Name: Ashley Stattelman
Hometown: Marshall, Minnesota
Site: Sioux Falls
What motivated you to choose a career in nursing: I enjoy the bedside care nurses provide that can make an impact in an individual's life.
Why did you choose SDSU to pursue your nursing degree: South Dakota State University has been the college choice for multiple people in my family so I thought I would continue that. I also love how SDSU has multiple opportunities and experiences for each student.
What clinical experience have you enjoyed the most and why: I have enjoyed being able to go back to the hospitals for clinical experiences despite COVID-19. I am excited to have clinicals on the OB floor this semester.
Is there a particular field of nursing you are planning to pursue: Following graduation I will start as an emergency department nurse.
What is your big dream (future goals): A goal of mine is to be a traveling ER nurse in a few years.
What advice would you share with a future nursing student: My advice is to not give up because everyone has bumps in the road, but everyone's path through the nursing program is different.