february 2025

DIVERSITY CRNA NEWSLETTER

Dear Diversity CRNA Community,


As we step into February, we proudly celebrate Black History Month, honoring the resilience, brilliance, and contributions of Black leaders in healthcare and beyond. Among them is Goldie D. Brangman (October 2, 1917 – February 9, 2020), an extraordinary nurse, educator, and trailblazer in nurse anesthesia. She was a co-founder of the Harlem Hospital School of Anesthesia, where she dedicated much of her career to training future nurse anesthetists, later serving as the director of the Harlem Hospital School of Nursing. Brangman was also part of the surgical team that cared for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. after an attempted assassination on September 20, 1958. In 1973, she made history as the first African-American president of the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA). Beyond her professional contributions, she was a lifelong volunteer for the Red Cross, embodying a spirit of service and leadership that continues to inspire us all. As we honor her legacy, we reaffirm our commitment to increasing diversity and representation in the CRNA profession.

 

The 2025 Diversity CRNA Information Session & Airway Simulation Lab Workshops are set and registration for the first two events is underway! These transformative workshop events provide an unparalleled opportunity to gain hands-on experience, connect with current CRNAs and SRNAs, and solidify your path toward nurse anesthesia. You must be registered to attend these events, no walk-ins accepted. Mark your calendars:



Registration for the last three events opens in April 2025—stay tuned!


The Diversity CRNA HBCU Tour proudly sponsored by NC A&T for their nursing students kicks off on Friday, March 14, 2025.


The weekend continues in person at NC A&T with the Diversity CRNA Doctorate Symposium on Saturday, March 15, 2025. Registration is now open—secure your spot today! This dynamic initiative offers aspiring nurse anesthetists a unique opportunity to explore doctoral-level education, research, and gain valuable insights from doctoral prepared CRNAs, advanced nurse practitioners, and faculty. The Keynote Speaker is Dr. Sheldon D. Fields, PhD, RN, CRNP, FNP-BC, AACRN, FNAP, FAANP, FADLN, FAAN; Associate Dean for Equity & Inclusion; Research Professor, Pennsylvania State University Nese College of Nursing; and President, National Black Nurses Association.


In addition to these hands-on experiences, we are proud to continue offering free services. Our Personal Statement & Resume Review and Interview Preparation Sessions have resumed this month, ensuring that every aspiring CRNA has access to the tools and confidence needed for success.

 

We are also excited to host the Diversity CRNA Personal Statement & Resume Writing Workshop on Saturday, May 3, 2025—registration opens next week!

 

Additionally, the Diversity CRNA Basic Interview Preparation Sessions via Zoom at 11:00 AM EST are now open for registration. Must be registered to attend:

 

As a community, we are stronger together. Let us continue to uplift one another, break barriers, and make 2025 a year of progress and empowerment. Thank you for your unwavering support and passion—it is what makes Diversity CRNA so special.

 

With gratitude and anticipation,

In-Person 2025 Events

Diversity CRNA Information Session & Airway Simulation Lab Workshops

Diversity CRNA Doctorate Symposium

Diversity CRNA HBCU Tour


In-Person 2025 Events

Diversity CRNA Information Session & Airway Simulation Lab Workshops

Save the Dates! Diversity CRNA In-Person Events 2025 Registration Has Started!


Exciting news for future CRNAs! We're thrilled to announce the 2025 Diversity CRNA In-Person Events – an incredible opportunity for aspiring CRNAs to connect, learn, and be inspired by industry leaders.


Event Dates Announced!

Be sure to mark your calendars! We can't wait to bring together a diverse and passionate group of CRNA candidates, educators, and mentors in 2025.


Can't Make it In Person?

For those unable to attend in person, the Saturday Information Sessions will be broadcast via Zoom from each host university. This is your chance to participate virtually and still gain valuable insights, no matter where you are located.


Registration Has Begun!

Don’t wait – these events fill up fast! Be ready to secure your spot whether in person or virtually as soon as registration. The in-person event at Kaiser Permanente is at capacity with a waitlist although you can still register for the Saturday Information Session via Zoom. The in-person University of Pittsburgh event registration is almost at capacity. The registration for the remaining three Diversity CRNA 2025 Information Session & Airway Simulation Lab Workshops will open in the coming weeks.


Take the next step in your CRNA journey with Diversity CRNA!

Welcome to the Diversity CRNA Wellness & Joy Collective!


CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, Nurses & Nursing Students...Please join us for the Diversity CRNA Wellness & Joy Collective!
 
Learn more about it on our website and be about it at Diversity CRNA 2025 Information Session & Airway Simulation Lab Workshop Events, Diversity CRNA HBCU School of Nursing Tours & Diversity CRNA Doctorate Symposium!!
 
This platform emerged for our Diversity CRNA Community, with a mission to foster joy, wellness, and a sense of belonging among underrepresented CRNAs and future CRNAs.
 
Thank you, Levia Sutton, MSN, CRNA, University of Pennsylvania PhD Student & Robert Wood Johnson Policy Scholar for leading this initiative!

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