2025-2026 Washington Home Scholarship Recipients Announced

“Being a first-generation graduate student has shaped not only my path in nursing but also my perspective on care. I know what it feels like to navigate systems where guidance isn’t always clear, and that drives me to ensure every patient feels seen, supported and empowered. Nursing, to me, is about more than treating illness, it’s about connecting with people, understanding their unique stories and celebrating the diversity they bring. I thrive on the challenge of meeting patients where they are, understanding their needs, and helping them navigate their health journeys with confidence and dignity. Nursing isn’t just what I do, it’s who I am. I can’t imagine a more fulfilling way to make a meaningful impact in the world. When I graduate, I look forward to utilizing my passion for nursing to serve the older population in D.C.”

“Health care is not only about treating or preventing illness, but about fostering dignity, comfort and connection. My passion is creating and delivering nursing care that meets people where they are, addressing not only physical needs but also the emotional and social challenges that too often go unseen. Living and studying in the D.C. area, I have witnessed how isolation, inequity and limited resources can diminish quality of life, especially for older adults and unhoused neighbors. With a commitment to compassionate nursing and thoughtful, innovative leadership, I aspire to design initiatives that uplift individuals, strengthen families, and ensure that no one faces their later years or final chapter without care, respect and belonging.”

“I am inspired by the NBA legend Allen Iverson, who was given a golden opportunity to attend Georgetown University. His story of hardship and perseverance continues to serve as an inspiration for me to pursue life as a Hoya. Instilling the importance of diversity and global perspectives is crucial in obtaining a realistic view of the health care injustices our communities face today. Respecting the dignity of every individual, demanding health equity, and promoting the common good by focusing on the older adult and other marginalized populations, is only a glimpse of what I hope to accomplish as a master’s-prepared nurse. Furthering this idea of inclusion will help us create a more just world and help promote the health and wellness of all individuals in our global community. I wish to further open the conversation of health disparities and remain committed to changing this narrative throughout my nursing journey. I look forward to working with the older adults and other minority communities in the D.C. area.”

“As a first-generation American, I am excited for the opportunity to pursue the Master of Science in nursing to invest in my education and pursue my dream of making a meaningful impact in health care. This support empowers me to advance my skills in providing compassionate, high-quality care to underserved communities. I am profoundly grateful for this opportunity and remain committed to using my education to create positive change. After graduation, I will focus on nursing services to older adults in the D.C. area, particularly those from underserved communities.”

“As a lifelong believer in community service and cura personalis, I am excited to embark on this desired career as a graduate nursing student at Georgetown University. I have a commitment to the older adults and other disadvantaged populations in D.C. and look forward to working with them when I become a nurse. I chose nursing as a career because I want to join the community of selfless workers who save lives regardless of race, religion or sexual orientation. Working as an essential frontline volunteer during COVID-19, I realized that nursing is not just a job, but a profession that genuinely serves humanity. It is a profession dedicated to helping others during their vulnerable times. I believe in the spirit of service above self. Nursing lives this ethos. The resilience and dedication depicted by nurses in the face of tumultuous health crises inspired me to have a career change and pick nursing as my career path.”

“As an aspiring registered nurse, I am impassioned by one of Georgetown’s values in particular. Cura personalis places great importance on the individualized care of a patient, taking into consideration their background and unique needs. My clinical experience in working with older adults has reinforced just how paramount cura personalis is for patient care, and I look forward to providing exceptional care to this marginalized population in D.C. upon graduation.”