2026 Healthcare Pathways Program Scholarship Winner

08/07/2026

The Healthcare Pathways Program is designed to empower the next generation of healthcare professionals through meaningful, hands-on experiences. This scholarship reinforces our commitment to removing financial barriers and helping motivated students continue their path toward a future in medicine.

The scholarship was created to honor the memory of our beloved gift shop manager, Gayle Stegeman. Gayle was an inspiration to many throughout the hospital, both patients and team members.

Congratulations, Emily Chen Nguyen!

Emily Chen Nguyen Headshot

Emily

“Overall, I choose to be a part of the North Memorial Health Healthcare Pathways Program because I have always been interested in pursuing a career in nursing, especially being a registered nurse to then a nurse practitioner! I wanted to explore this interest and gain firsthand experience to better understand the field of nursing in real time. This program allowed me to do this while also showing me the variety of different paths available that are in the healthcare setting. Being a part of this program has strengthened my desire to pursue nursing and has taught me how to be knowledgeable, compassionate, an advocate, and respectful in helping patients receive their best health possible!”

 

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