WooSNA

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Worcester State University


Student Nurses' Association 

We're here to connect, promote, encourage and help.

This site will serve to help keep the student nurses of Worcester State up-to-date on any events that may be going on, any resources that can benefit the students and also promote a healthier community.

*Check out our Media Section for updated pictures from the 2012 Career Forum that was hosted by WooSNA! A very big thank you to MaSNA for all of their support!*

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Check out the resources section of this page for links to other major organizations and nursing communities!  

WSU Students Attend NSNA National Convention

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This past week, 4 senior nursing students, and 2 junior nursing students attended the 60th NSNA Convention in Pittsburgh, PA. Over 3,000 nursing students from across the country attended this fantastic event! Photos and student reflections on this event are coming soon! Stay tuned for information regarding next year's NSNA Convention in Charlotte, North Carolina!

Also, check out this month's edition of Imprint, the NSNA newsletter and resource catalog! http://viewer.zmags.com/publication/9c76e46f#/9c76e46f/1

Stressed about Finals? 

Don't let the end of the year get the best of you. Here are some fool-proof techniques to keep your cool, and to get the best grades!

  • Take breaks! It's been proven that if you study for an hour, and take a 15-minute break, doing a non-intellectual activity, your brain will be able to better absorb the information you just learned.
  • Eat well. Although quick snacks and sugar-sweetened beverages can be very convenient, try to eat wholesome, nutrient-rich foods which will promote learning. Staying hydrated and nourished will help you in the long run! 
  • Exercise! Talking a walk, hitting the gym, doing some yoga, or even just dancing around your room can help release tension, and encourage the learning process for when you do sit down to study.
  •  Remember to laugh! Joking around with a friend, or watching a funny show has been shown to relax the mind during stressful periods. Take quick breaks, and get a little laugh in.
  • Avoid cramming the night before. Ever feel as though your brain can't hold any more information? It's probably because it can't -- in one night! Spread out studying as much as possible; new material is usually lost after 24 hours of learning it for the first time. Give yourself enough time to absorb what you need to know!
  • Right before the exam, take a deep breath!