Student Organizations

The African Student Nursing Association (ASNA) is a community dedicated to supporting African nursing students while fostering cultural exchange and promoting diversity within the nursing profession. ASNA was founded in response to the strong desire among students to celebrate African heritage and build unity among both African and non-African students and educate the campus community about the richness of African traditions, arts, history, and contemporary issues.

Our mission is to empower nursing students through inclusive leadership, learning, and cultural unity.

We strive to create an environment where members can grow academically, professionally, and socially while making a meaningful impact in healthcare and within our communities.

Rooted in Culture, United in Purpose

Officers:

• Marvelous Akhigbe and Simona Dike, President
• Emengini Chukwuma, Vice President
• Damilola Oga, Treasurer
• Sylvia Joledo, Events Coordinator
• Marvelous Akhigbe, Membership Chair
• Joy Akinjide, Secretary
• Joy Akinjide and Kanijaa Hickson, Semester Representatives

Faculty Advisor:

• Anthony Nwaiwu, DNP, CMSRN

Contact Us:

Contact the organization at nrsasna@umaryland.edu.

Asian Students Inspired to Advance in Nursing (ASIAN) is a student-led organization dedicated to uplifting Asian nursing students and all those who value cultural understanding, mentorship, and academic excellence. We strive to create a welcoming community where every member feels seen, supported, and inspired to thrive—personally, professionally, and collectively.

Through peer connection, leadership development, and shared purpose, we foster an environment that honors individual experiences and encourages collaborative growth. Our commitment is to nurture compassionate, forward-thinking nursing professionals prepared to care for diverse populations with respect and empathy.

Officers:

• Ara Agustin and Rachel Hong, Co-Presidents
• Miriam Callejas and Alice Maeng, Co-Vice Presidents
• Trinity Huynh and Allison Nguyen, Co-Treasurer
• Joyce Yam, Secretary
• Kritika Bhattarai and Ariana Sukhram, Co-Public Relations
• Aliya Bugash, Erika Quintana, and Justine Whigan, Co-Social Chairs
• Ella Choi and Rafael Quibuyen, Semester Liaisons
• Matthew Lee, 2nd Semester Liaison
• Ella Choi, 3rd Semester Liaison
• Maryam Kayed, 4th Semester Liaison

Faculty Advisor:

• Angelica Fernandez-Dizon, DNP, MD, MBA-HCM, NP-C

Contact Us:

Contact the organization at nrsasian@umaryland.edu.

The Black Student Nurses Association (BSNA) mission is to establish a safe space for African American/Black/African nursing students. The Association aims to provide support services to minority nursing students and help them overcome the challenges they may face in the nursing profession.

BSNA aims to educate students by holding events to bring awareness to student nurses across the diasporas' struggles in healthcare. This association provides community services to African American or minority communities, and presents mentorship and leadership opportunities to student nurses. BSNA is a non-segregated group that strives to bring a diverse representation and awareness to the student nurses at the University of Maryland School of Nursing, Baltimore.

Officers:

• Daphney Waller, President
• Deborah Alemu and Dru Johnson, Co-Vice Presidents
• Kanijaa Hickson, Secretary
• Samira Washington, Treasurer
• Rachel Adeoye, Social Media Chair

Staff Advisor:  

• Chantelle Brown, MS

Connect with BSNA:

Check out our Instagram.

Contact Us:

Contact the organization at nrsbsnabaltimore@umaryland.edu.

The Black Student Nurses Association (BSNA) mission is to establish a safe space for African American/Black/African nursing students. The Association aims to provide support services to minority nursing students and help them overcome the challenges they may face in the nursing profession.

BSNA aims to educate students by holding events to bring awareness to Black nurses' struggles in healthcare. This association provides community services to Black or minority communities, and presents mentorship and leadership opportunities to student nurses. BSNA is a non-segregated group that strives to bring a diverse representation and awareness to the student nurses at the University of Maryland School of Nursing, Baltimore.

Officers:

• Daiona Askew and Arvena DeShield, Co-Presidents
• Madelyn Asirifi and Ruth Begashaw, Co-Vice Presidents
• Taylor Stanback and Paula Uwahemu, Co-Treasurers
• Foyet Shamiaha Holmes and Vanelle Wendeu, Co-Secretaries
• Jennyprecious Fobang and Dassielle Santana, Co-Community Chairs
• Ozioma Ekwunife, Public Relations
• Graciele Bassanguen, Historian

Faculty Advisor:

• Nicole E. Smith, PhD, RN, CNE, CHSE, CNE-cl

Connect with BSNA:

Check out our Instagram.

Learn about events, membership, and more on our website.

Disclosure: The website and social media channels are run by BSNA student leaders. UMSON/UMB does not review or endorse the content. All content is monitored and produced by BSNA for the use of its student members. 

Contact Us:

Contact the organization at nrsbsna@umaryland.edu.

The Doctoral Nursing Student Organization (DNSO) supports doctoral students by encouraging them to engage in professional and social endeavors that will enhance educational experiences and promote leadership and organizational skills.

Mission and Vision:

The mission of DNSO is to support and enhance the learning, knowledge, and professional development of fellow students who are committed to making a difference in health care.

The vision of the DNSO is to create a rich and vibrant community of doctoral students who lead in using evidence based practice and scholarship. The DNSO is a collaborative community that fosters the development of constituents through its values of questioning, creating, changing, learning, teaching, answering, educating, researching, and caring.

Officers:

• Abaneh Ebangwese and Moses Akwobugi, Co-Presidents
• Alicia Hawkins, Vice President
• Dahae Choi, Secretary
• Jessica Wood, Treasurer
• Olivia Chung and Christina Ng, Promotion and Engagement
• Donald Amenah and Jiwon Jang, GSA Representatives
• Sarah Alotaibi and Krystal Ansah, Student Affairs Co-Reps
• Nikki Akparewa and Anne Hagan, SEI Committee Co-Reps
• Liz Cushing and Angela Horman, DNP Curriculum Committee Co-Reps
• Eunji Lee and Jiwon Park, PhD Curriculum Committee Co-Reps
• Hajah Conde and Beth Waganer, Universities at Shady Grove Co-Reps

Faculty Advisors:

• Krista Roberts, DNP, FNP-BC
• Keisha Robinson, PhD, RN, CNM, C-EFM

Resources for all UMSON Doctoral Students

• UMSON Office of Academic and Career Success
• UMB Writing Center
• Doctors of Nursing Practice (national organization)
• Graduate School Forms (i.e., Admission to Candidacy, Nomination of Committee Members, etc.) 
• Sigma Pi Chapter Scholaraly Presentation/Travel Award

Contact Us

Contact the organization at nrsdnso@umaryland.edu.

The purpose of the GNA shall be to:

• Advocate for all master’s nursing students, encourage good fellowship among the students, create a sense of unity, and facilitate communication between faculty, staff, and UMSON master’s students.
• Instill an appreciation for the necessity of continual professional growth within the nursing master’s student body.
• Develop and maintain a functional government, which addresses diversity within and among the members of the student body.

Officers:

• Jeronn Danso, President
• Destinee Akindana, Vice President
• Joy Akinjide, Secretary
• Glenys Coker, Treasurer
• Emilee Downs, Social Chair
• Fife Awosika, Mentor Chair
• Graci Wade, Community Chair
• Dunja Sissoko, USGA Senator
• Jackie Torres, SEI Representative
• Sharee Turner, Student Affair Representative

Faculty Advisor:

• Tara Stoudt, MS, RNC-NIC

Contact:

Email the organization at nrsgna@umaryland.edu. 

The Latinx Association of Nurses at University of Maryland's (LANUM) mission is to empower nursing students, both Latinx and non-Latinx, to be strong advocates for Latinx/Hispanic patients in both clinical settings and the broader community. The association aims to foster the personal and professional growth of nursing students who identify as Latinx, equipping them with the skills and knowledge to deliver culturally competent healthcare. The association also aims to advance health equity within the Latinx community, working towards eliminating disparities and ensuring equitable access to quality healthcare.

Officers:

• Miriam Callejas and Kelsey De La Cruz, Co-Presidents

• Martina Aguirre and Zulema Torrico, Co-Vice Presidents
• Nalia Molina and Madalie Renteria, Co-Secretaries
• Joseline Garcia-Castillo and Maryam Kayed, Co-Treasurers
• Karla Puntay Rojas and Elizabeth Sanchez Cabrera, Co-Public Relations

• Ginger Anderson and Elimar Ramirez, Co-Event and Outreach Coordinators

• Abby Velasquez, 2nd Semester Liaison
•  SVanessa Garcia, 3rd Semester Liaison

•  Ana Rapalo, 4th Semester Liaison

Faculty Advisor:

Angelica Fernandez-Dizon, DNP, MD, MBA-HCM, NP-C

Contact:

Email the organization at nrslanum@umaryland.edu. 

Men in Nursing exists to:

• Recruit, support, and empower men in nursing at UMSON.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and networking opportunities for male nursing students at all academic levels (BSN, MSN, DNP, PhD).
• Promote academic success, professional development, and leadership in nursing.
• Foster a community of unity and inclusion where male nursing students can share experiences, discuss career pathways, and support each other in achieving their professional goals.
• Challenge the stereotype that nursing is only a women’s profession.

Officers:

• Marvelous Akhigbe, President (co-founder)
• Princeton Enyioko, Vice President (co-founder)
• Yuan San Jose, Treasurer (co-founder)
• Caleb Carter, Event Planner( co-founder)

Faculty Advisor:

Rachael Holton Parran, MS, BA, RN

Contact Us:

Contact the organization at nrsmeninnursing@umaryland.edu.

The purpose of Nurses Christian Fellowship is to establish nursing students and professionals who embody the love of Christ through service to the UMSON community while growing in love for God, God's Word, God's people of every ethnicity and culture, and God's purposes in the world. We are open to Baltimore and Shady Grove students. We meet every other week by Zoom and do in person events on both campuses.

Officers:

• Brie Perpignan, President
• Ashleigh Denoon, Treasurer
• Kady Trevino, Secretary
• Karina Maradiga Guevara, Outreach Officer

Faculty Advisor:

• Laura Koo, PhD, CRNP, FNP-BC

Resources:

Nurses Christian Fellowship (Intervarsity)

Contact us:

Email the organization at nrsncf@umaryland.edu.

The mission of Nurses for Global Health Student Organization on University of Maryland Baltimore Campus (NGH-BLT) is to expand and share knowledge of global health issues, serve as a resource for global health nursing opportunities, and to cultivate cross-cultural learning experiences among the student nurse population at UMB.

Officers:

• Lee Ann Salter, President
• Sheree Turner, Treasurer
  

Faculty Advisor:

Charlotte Nwogwugwu, DrPH, BSN, RN, HIV PCP, CPH-BC

Contact Us:

Email the organization at nrsnghbaltimore@umaryland.edu. 

Our mission is to strengthen the engagement of the University of Maryland School of Nursing at the Universities at Shady Grove with the global health community by building collaborations, creating networks, and becoming a resource center for global health nursing opportunities. We support the School of Nursing's vision of creating a rich and vibrant working and learning environment, with a focus on expanding and sharing knowledge on global health issues. 

Officers:

• Rena Geibel and Joyce Yam, Co-Presidents
• Efrata Asfaw and Madalie Renteria, Co-Vice Presidents
• Aicha Sow and Hadley Stocker, Secretary
• Bersable Emeshwu and Katie Ngyuen, Treasurer
• Kelsey De La Cruz and Maryam Kayed, Public Relations
• Vanessa Garcia, NNdei Onyejiuwa, Erika Quintana, Airana Sukhram and Sharee Turner, Liaisons
• Joseline Castillo-Carcia, Event Lead

Faculty Advisor:

• Yvette Hammond, MSN, RN

Contact:

Email the organization at nrsnghusg@umaryland.edu. 

Purpose:

• Promote academic excellence and professional development through study groups, resume workshops, LinkedIn building, interview preparation, career readiness programming, etc.
• Foster leadership, advocacy, and community engagement by encouraging volunteerism and outreach opportunities.
• Offer networking opportunities with peers, faculty, alumni, and healthcare professionals through mentoring programs, guest speakers, and career events.
• Support student wellness and resilience in nursing education by planning activities that encourage balance, well-being, and connection

Officers:

• Anuska Shrestha, President
• Rachel Armstrong, Vice President
• Amanda StFrancis, Secretary
• Ugonna Onyegbula, Treasurer
• Camille Grace Garcia, Social Media Manager

Staff Advisor

Susan Hindle, MS

Contact Us:

Contact us at nrsnpsa@umaryland.edu. 

The purpose of the Nursing Student Government Association (NSGA) is to encourage fellowship among students, faculty, and staff by creating an atmosphere of collaboration and understanding at the University of Maryland School of Nursing (UMSON). NSGA inspires professional growth by providing programs representative of fundamental and emerging trends in the field of nursing and promotes a dynamic and diverse student body dedicated to the highest quality of health care.

Purpose:

1. Advocate for all students, encourage good fellowship among students, and create a sense of unity and facilitate communication between faculty, staff, and students
2. Instill an appreciation for the necessity of continuous professional growth
3. Develop and maintain a functional government, which addresses diversity within and among the members of the student body

Membership:

All undergraduate students of the University of Maryland School of Nursing (UMSON) are members of the NSGA and have the right to vote in general elections. The monies received by UMSON from the Student Activities Fee are paid by each student at the time of registration for each semester. The University of Maryland allocates these funds to the NSGA according to established financial policies and procedures.

Officers:

• Anuska Shrestha, President
• Tiffany Lei and Khang Tran, Vice President
• Hallie Zlokovitz, Treasurer
• Cara Lynch, Secretary

Faculty Advisor:

• Anthony Nwaiwu, DNP, CMSRN

Connect with NSGA:

• NSGA Website
• Instagram
• Facebook
• Email

Disclosure: The website and social media channels are run by NSGA student leaders. UMSON/UMB does not review or endorse the content. All content is monitored and produced by the NSGA for the use of its student members.  

Useful Links:

• American Nurses Association
• Maryland Association of Nursing Students
• Maryland Nurses Association
• National League of Nursing
• National Student Nurses Association

The UMSON Student Veteran Association empowers student veterans to excel academically and grow personally. We honor the legacy of military service, cultivate leadership, and build a supportive community that inspires achievement, fosters mentorship, and drives professional success. Together, we rise to meet challenges and give back through service, leadership, and dedication to excellence.

Officers:

• Matthew Zalikowski, President
• Audrey Beck, Vice President

Faculty Advisor:

• Regina Phillips, PhD, RN, CNE

Contact:

Email the organization at nrssva@umaryland.edu.

The University of Maryland Association of Nursing Students (UMANS) is the University of Maryland's chapter of the National Student Nurses’ Association (NSNA) at the Universities of Shady Grove in Rockville, Maryland.

UMANS was recently awarded the Stellar Chapter Recognition from NSNA. Since 2009, the NSNA Stellar School Chapter Recognition Program recognizes NSNA school chapters that demonstrate ongoing involvement in NSNA, including a strong commitment to shared governance and professional development of their students and faculty. 

Officers: 

• Rebecca Howell and Brianna Velez, Co-Presidents
• Katherine Benitez-Romero and Jonathan Gavel, Co-Vice Presidents
• Anthony Arias and Rahul Sunil, Co-Treasurers
• Zamira Zabala, Secretary
• Daiona Aske and Joyce Yam, Public Relations
• Erika Quintana and Tanya Vidya-Fuentes, Co-Community Chairs
• Rebecca Howel and Marayam Kayed, BTN
• Krista Dowuona-Hammond, SEI Rep
• Julieanne Ciecwierz Elias and Bersable Emeshwu, Fundraising
• Aliya Bugash, Polina Burkhard, and Clover Lor, Liaisons
• Ariana Sukhram and Madelyn Yi, Historian

Faculty Advisors:

• Marisa Astiz-Martinez, MSN, RN, CNE, RYT-200

Connect with UMANS:

UMANS Website: Find out information about memberships, events, and current news.

Contact the organization at nrsumans@umaryland.edu. 

Disclosure: The website and social media channels are run by UMANS student leaders. UMSON/UMB does not review or endorse the content. All content is monitored and produced by UMANS for the use of its student members. 

Useful Links:

• American Nurses Association
• Maryland Association of Nursing Students
• Maryland Nurses Association
• National League of Nursing
• National Student Nurses Association (NSNA)
• NSNA Code of Ethics