Shannen Curtin ’17

MAJOR: Nursing
PROFESSIONAL; Registered Nurse, Pediatric Nurse, Start Line Pediatrics
Formerly at Mayo Clinic and Boston Children’s Hospital
VOLUNTEER: Registered Nurse, Boston Medical Reserve Corps

I am passionate about providing health care to all and working as an advocate and educator for my patients. I hope to become a nurse educator one day and teach the next generation of undergraduate nursing students. I hope to inspire change, love, and compassion into the future of nursing and health care.

My patients, most of whom have been children, inspire me with their strength and resilience daily. I am motivated to help create a system with better, affordable care for all, and a better future for my patients. I am continually inspired by colleagues all over the world, especially those caring for patients in Gaza today.

My time at Worcester State prepared me to be a nurse, but also to be a good person. I found community and friendship like I had never experienced before. Nursing school at Worcester State was incredibly challenging, but I am grateful for the gift it gave me. I would not be the nurse I am today without Worcester State.