Graduate Stories

"Myla Barber has the steady calm of someone well beyond her years. Even though she is a single mom at age 21, she has achieved much: a loving home for herself and her daughter, college graduation, a successful healthcare career, and a positive outlook on life."

"I’m fascinated by the complex structure of the human body. Specifically, how each body system connects with one another in a variety of different environments. To me, this is a beautiful curiosity to..."

"When I first entered Royal Columbian Hospital for my practicum, I was extremely nervous. It felt like everything was becoming real, but after just a few hours, I realized that I had actually learned e..."

"They said that I could either stay and I would not be allowed to go out, or I could leave. I tried to talk to them about it, but ultimately, my dad was unbending."

"I enjoyed life as a Pharmacy Assistant, but I felt like it wasn't enough. I loved my interactions with the patients and building those bonds with them... I wanted that puzzle piece I was missing so that I could build stronger connections with them and help my community more."

"I love having a relationship with my residents."

"I love seeing my clients’ faces light up when I arrive, some of them even trying to stand from their wheelchairs!"

"I appreciated all the care and everything the nurses did for me. They helped me tremendously, and I wanted to be able to give back and pay it forward."

"I saw the positive behind those expectations. I followed the rules and stayed true to my path."