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Galen Hosts Kentucky Governor and Kentucky Nurses Association (KNA) for Historic Legislation
Galen College of Nursing had the distinct honor of hosting the Kentucky Nurses Association’s (KNA) first-ever Legislation session on May 26, 2023. The event focused on legislative opportunities and important issues impacting the nursing profession and marked a significant moment in history as Governor Andy Beshear signed landmark legislation aimed at safeguarding healthcare workers across the state.
The legislative session, held at the college’s state-of-the-art campus in Louisville, brought together nursing professionals, legislators, and stakeholders from the healthcare industry. “This event continues the focus on the legislative opportunities and important issues impacting the nursing profession that were highlighted at Kentucky Nurses Day at the Capitol in March 2023,” Dolores White, KNA President.
The session culminated in an extraordinary moment when Governor Andy Beshear signed into law House Bill 176, a ground-breaking piece of legislation focused on protecting the rights and well-being of healthcare workers. The legislation comprises a comprehensive set of measures designed to address key concerns, including guidelines for developing workplace safety assessments, plans, and standards specific to preventing workplace violence against healthcare workers.
“We are immensely proud to have hosted the Kentucky Nurses Association Legislation Session at Galen College of Nursing,” said Mark Vogt, CEO of the College. “This event showcases the collective determination of our nursing community and the commitment to support those who tirelessly care for our communities. We commend Governor Beshear for his leadership in prioritizing the needs of healthcare workers.
Galen College of Nursing remains dedicated to fostering the growth and development of nursing professionals and supporting initiatives that elevate nursing education and the nursing profession. By hosting this momentous legislative session, the college reinforced its commitment to advocating for nurses and helping ensure the highest standards of patient care.
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The U.S. needs more nurses, which means it needs more nursing students. Many students, especially non-traditional, or those who may be first in their families to pursue higher education, may need additional types of support throughout their academic journey to prepare them to enter the workforce. Galen College of Nursing recognizes that every student has individual needs, which is why they employ a holistic approach to expanding access to nursing education.
Saucony and Galen Launch the First-Ever NIL Student Nurse Initiative in Recognition of National Student Nurse Day
Leading global performance footwear and apparel brand Saucony today announced that it is partnering with Galen College of Nursing, one of America’s largest educators of nurses, to introduce the NIL Student Nurse Initiative, the first-ever NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) program developed exclusively for nursing students. This groundbreaking program, created in partnership with full-service advertising agency Doner, aims to recognize, support, and celebrate the incredible achievements of this essential next generation of nurses as they prepare to embark on their critically important career journey.
A nursing education requires commitment academically. Nurses are also heralded for the high emotional I.Q. they bring to work each day. But often overlooked is the physical side of being a nurse. From the hours worked to the miles walked – the average nurse can walk nearly a marathon each week on the job – there is no question that today’s nursing students are true endurance athletes.
This unique collaboration between Galen College of Nursing and Saucony is launching during National Nurses Week (May 6 – 12). Saucony is offering NIL sponsorships to four of Galen’s top nursing students:
- Lauren Lowe – 2-year Associate Degree in Nursing program
- Sarah Sangha – 2-year Associate Degree in Nursing program
- Ashley Lutes – 3-Year Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program
- Brianna Nelly – 3-Year Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program
These high-performing students will serve as ambassadors, with their profiles featured on both Saucony and Galen’s social platforms, showcasing their commitment and performance, just as we would expect to see from other high-profile elite college athletes. At a signing event this week, Saucony helped to ensure each selected student is equipped with optimal gear to perform on the job and with their studies. Each student nurse received the new Saucony Triumph 20 and Saucony Endorphin Shift 3 running shoes, both designed to be worn all day, making them ideal for nurses on duty. Each student has also received financial compensation from Saucony for their participation in the NIL Student Nurse Initiative.
“As a company that exists to inspire and serve all humans to live their best lives, we are inspired by these remarkable student nurses,” said Kathryn Pratt, CMO Saucony. “Together with Galen College of Nursing, one of the largest nursing colleges in the country, we’re excited to support them on their journey and humbled to welcome them into the Saucony family.”
In addition to raising awareness for the vital role nurses play in healthcare, the NIL Student Nurse Initiative aims to inspire and prepare the next generation of nursing professionals. To recognize all nurses and nursing students, Saucony is also offering them 25 percent off Saucony products through May 18.
“We are thrilled to work with Saucony to elevate and celebrate the hard work and commitment that all nursing students demonstrate on their path to serving others,” said Mark Vogt, CEO Galen College of Nursing. “These nursing students have mental, physical, and emotional strength that many don’t realize. They will be going into a workforce that needs them now more than ever and we are proud to support them and the future of healthcare in our country.”
Emily Selch, Dean of Galen College of Nursing’s Louisville campus, added, “Our students are passionate about their future and work hard every day to make it a reality. To be able to recognize achievement while our students are on their way to becoming strong, caring, and compassionate nurses when patients need them most, is an amazing opportunity.”
“NIL deals typically recognize the performance of elite student-athletes,” Colin Jeffery, CCO, Doner.
“By joining forces, Saucony and Galen are championing the next generation of elite student nurses. Their hard work, strength, and dedication are not only admirable but essential to the future health of our nation.”
About Saucony
Saucony, the ‘Original Running Brand’ and a division of Wolverine World Wide, Inc. (NYSE: WWW), is a leading global performance running brand that fuses innovation, style and culture. Widely recognized for award-winning technologies including PWRRUN™ PB, PWRRUN+™, and SPEEDROLL™, Saucony creates innovative technical and lifestyle footwear and apparel across Road, Trail and Originals. Founded in 1898, Saucony exists to inspire and serve all humans to live their best life by providing access to running, self-expression and creating a better world. For more information, go to www.saucony.com.
About Galen College of Nursing
Founded more than 30 years ago, Galen College of Nursing is one of the largest nursing colleges in the United States. With a focus solely on nursing education, Galen offers master’s, baccalaureate, associate, and practical/vocational nursing programs to over 11,000 students on its campuses in Louisville, Hazard, and Pikeville, KY; San Antonio, Dallas, Houston, and Austin, TX; Tampa Bay, Miami, Gainesville, and Sarasota, FL.; Cincinnati, OH; Nashville, TN; Myrtle Beach, SC; Roanoke and Richmond, VA; Asheville, NC; and online. Galen is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degrees. Programmatic accreditation status for Galen’s programs can be found on the College website.
About Doner
You’ll find us at the intersection of Modern & Main Street. It’s where we help Main Street brands compete in the modern marketplace – and Modern brands scale by connecting with everyday Americans. Our clients include McDonald’s, Johnson & Johnson, Stellantis, Amazon, JBL, Hackensack Meridian Health, Bloomberg Media, The UPS Store, and many more of America’s favorite brands. We apply data-driven strategy to bring our creativity to life across all platforms. And we offer our clients speed and efficiency with an in-house content studio that is the largest in the Midwest and unmatched in the industry. To learn more about Doner and see some of our work, visit doner.com.
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MountainStar Healthcare Welcomes Galen To Salt Lake City
MountainStar Healthcare and Galen College of Nursing have announced a new Galen campus is coming to the Salt Lake Valley in 2023. As a single-purpose nursing college with a mission to increase access to quality nursing education, Galen’s new location in Draper is expected to help address Utah’s nursing workforce needs. According to a recent report, there will be an estimated 200K-450K shortage of nurses in the U.S. by 2025, influenced by increased demand from an aging population, more nurses leaving the profession, and the inadequate supply of graduates from nursing schools.
MountainStar Healthcare, a Utah health system with dozens of care locations from Logan to Payson, is partnering with its parent network HCA Healthcare to bring Galen College of Nursing to the Wasatch Front. Galen joined the HCA Healthcare family in 2020, and has since expanded with nine new campuses in communities served by the national healthcare provider.
“We are delighted to announce Galen’s first campus in Utah and excited to begin our collaboration with MountainStar Healthcare to attract the next generation of nurses and help support the delivery of quality care in the state for the long term,” says Mark Vogt, Galen’s Chief Executive Officer. “With over 30 years of experience exclusively educating nurses, Galen is well-positioned to help expand the pipeline of practice-ready nurses in Utah.”
Expected to be completed in the latter half of 2023, the 31,920 sq. ft. campus will feature modern resources – from advanced patient simulation laboratories to classroom environments designed to encourage practice-based learning – creating a unique hands-on learning experience. Galen’s student support model has helped over 30,000 graduates enter the profession over the last three decades.
Jen Wagenaar, MountainStar Healthcare’s Chief Nurse Executive, added, “We are excited to work with Galen to welcome more passionate people into the nursing profession to care for Utahns. Many of the communities we serve are among the fastest growing in the nation, and it’s critical that we ensure access to nursing education as we continue to meet the changing healthcare needs in the Beehive State. Having one of the nation’s leading nurse educators right here in the Wasatch Front will help us nurture the pipeline of new nurses and also provide continuing education options to the thousands of nurses and clinicians already serving Utahns within the MountainStar Healthcare family.”
Located at 344 West 13800 South in Building One of Draper’s Irvine Office Park, the campus will initially offer a 2-year Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program starting July 10, 2023. Galen also plans to offer a 3-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at the campus with a start date announcement coming soon. With four quarterly enrollments per year, admission for the first term is now in progress.
About MountainStar Healthcare
MountainStar Healthcare is a comprehensive care network serving Utahns in award-winning hospitals from Logan to Payson, as well as dozens of ambulatory sites of care. As part of HCA Healthcare, one of the nation’s leading providers of health services, MountainStar is able to bring the data, insights and best practices from the enterprise’s 35 million annual patient interacts to improve care for families in Utah. The eight MountainStar Healthcare hospitals include: St. Mark’s Hospital, Ogden Regional Medical Center, Timpanogos Regional Hospital, Lakeview Hospital, Mountain View Hospital, Lone Peak Hospital, Brigham City Community Hospital and Cache Valley Hospital. Please click here to connect with MountainStar Healthcare on social media.