DAISY Award 2023 Nominations Form is NOW CLOSED Looking for a way to honor and recognize the amazing work that our BSMCON nursing faculty do? Look no further than The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nursing Faculty! This international program was created in memory of J. Patrick Barnes, and is designed to highlight the outstanding clinical excellence and compassionate care that nurses provide to their patients. Read more
	2022 Annual Report The Annual Report for 2022 has arrived! Check out the highlights from the previous academic year at BSMCON! Read more
	Student Spotlight: Edward "Eddie" T. Meet Edward “Eddie” Tiet, a man whose story of resilience and perseverance is both unique and inspiring. Born in Vietnam, Edward’s family immigrated as political refugees to the United States in 1979 during the tumultuous era of the Vietnam War. When they arrived in America, they had nothing but the clothes on their backs and the hope of a better life. Read more
	Alumni Spotlight: Monique R. “I like to say I didn’t choose nursing, it chose me” said Monique Rolle, BSN, RN when asked why she decided on nursing as a career path. Rolle was a late bloomer, entering the field of nursing after serving in the United States Army. She transitioned from being a military hero to a health care hero knowing that nursing would fill a void. After completing Medical Institute as a practical nurse, she passed the LPN NCLEX. Read more
	Student Spotlight: Meisha H. Meisha Harris, a non-traditional student and single mother with two academic degrees, chose to pursue nursing after discovering her passion for it in high school. She obtained certification as a nursing assistant in 2007 and went on to earn a bachelor's degree in exercise science from Virginia Commonwealth University, as well as a master's degree in athletic training. However, her heart was drawn to nursing, so she applied to the competitive BSN program at the College of Nursing, stating that growth only comes from working outside of one's comfort zone. Read more
	Global Outreach 2023 Benefit Auction On Friday, January 27, 2023, the College of Nursing held its annual Global Outreach Silent Auction. Due to the pandemic, this was the first time the auction was held since 2020. All proceeds from the auction help students with the costs associated with international, national or local mission-driven service. With hundreds of items up for auction, festive food and beverages, door prizes and more, the Global Outreach event was a success! Items donated for the auction included handmade objects, donated goods and services, and unique pieces for bid. Read more
	Student Spotlight: Imoni Anderson BSN student Imoni Anderson knew as early as five years old that she wanted to work in the medical field. She discovered the College of Nursing after hearing about the school’s outstanding reputation. “Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing lived up to every expectation,” Anderson said. She mentioned that the admission process was very competitive, but it was well worth it as she reflects upon her journey. Read more
	On Track Newsletter, Spring 2023, Issue 1 Read the latest College news in the On Track Newsletter, Spring 2023, Issue 1! Calendar reminders, recent events, special features and more! Read more
	Student Spotlight: Jacob Weideman Prior to enrolling at the College of Nursing, Jacob Weideman was working 16-hour shifts in a paper mill. “I was doing back-breaking work and feeling drained. The only thing I had to show for my efforts at the end of the day was a paycheck,” he said. As a father and husband, Weideman wanted a more meaningful career; he always enjoyed caring for others, which led him to apply and successfully enroll in the BSN program at BSMCON. Read more
	BSMCON Earns First Quality Matters Certification We are thrilled to announce that Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing (BSMCON) has just earned its first Quality Matters (QM) Certification in Online Teaching Support. This certification was awarded to both our pre-licensure (BSN) and post-licensure (RN-BSN) programs. Read more