Student Nurses Association (SNA)

General Information

The Student Nurses Association (SNA) connects nursing students through service, leadership, professional development, and community engagement. No matter where you are in your nursing journey, the SNA provides opportunities to grow alongside your peers and gain experiences beyond the classroom.

Quick Facts

• Founded in 2021 by Dr. Elsie Alabi-Gonzalez
• It is a registered student organization recognized by the Student Government Association
• The organization is a member of the New Jersey State Nurses Association (NJSNA) and the National Student Nurses' Association (NSNA)

Why Join the SNA?

For nursing students at every level, the SNA offers opportunities to engage, learn, lead and serve. As a member, you will:

• Build lifelong professional connections
• Develop leadership and teamwork skills
• Serve your community through meaningful outreach
• Support charitable causes and healthcare initiatives
• Create lasting friendships with fellow nursing students

What We Do

Through participation in the SNA, students gain hands-on opportunities to serve the community, strengthen leadership skills, and connect classroom learning to real-world healthcare experiences. Members have the opportunity to participate in initiatives such as:

• Organizing health fairs or wellness screenings on campus
• Volunteer opportunities with local organizations and charities
• Fundraising efforts for local nonprofit organizations
• Holiday giving initiatives for clinical partners

Members gain valuable professional experiences beyond the classroom through leadership development, networking, and opportunities to engage with the nursing community, including:

• Attendance at national nursing professional conferences and conventions
• Opportunities to hear from industry leaders at organization meetings
• Joining School of Nursing committees to advocate for student governance
• Leadership opportunities through event planning and coordination

Our Mission

The SNA supports nursing students by creating opportunities for service, leadership, education, and collaboration. Through these experiences, members develop the skills and confidence needed to become compassionate healthcare professionals and advocates for patient care.

Meet our Leadership Team

Have questions about joining, events, or getting involved? Reach out to any of our officers or email us at sna@sgamsu.org.

• President - Lucialta Cassamajor
• Vice President - Jordan Egerton
• Treasurer - Raffaelina Leone
• Secretary - Delaney Fahey
• Projects / Fundraising Chair - Nina Bagaub
• Social Media Chair - Patrick Mendoza
• Faculty Advisor - Dr. Elsie Alabi-Gonzalez