Nurses group lists scholarship winners

The Van Wert Area Nursing Association awarded three scholarships at their May Nurse’s Day Celebration. Two $750 scholarships and one $500 scholarship were awarded. These scholarships are given in a five-county area that includes Van Wert and funds are mainly raised through the “Nurses Hit the Road” bus trip held each October.

The scholarships are given on need and an essay each student writes on “Why did I choose Nursing as a career. Or why you want to further your degree and what are your future plans in the profession of nursing after graduation.

The first recipient was Amy Homan of Celina, who received $750. Homan is Registered Nurse who is enrolled in the Family Nursing Practitioner Program at the University of St. Francis in Fort Wayne, Ind. She is employed at Coldwater Hospital.

Larrisa Watson of Van Wert received a $750 scholarship. Watson also attends St. Francis University, where she is a sophomore pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing. Watson works at Van Wert County Hospital in registration and central scheduling.

Annette Cox of Delphos received $500. Cox is in the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program through Northwest State Community College. She presently is employed at Westrich Furniture in Delphos.

The association thanks all students and nurses that applied.