“When students receive a scholarship, it encourages them to continue to thrive in their academic pursuits,” said Julie Aird, director of student affairs for UCI’s Sue & Bill Gross School of Nursing. “Because of the financial support, they have more time to give back to the community through volunteer work. This gives them valuable hands-on training and experience with the individuals they will ultimately serve.”
Seiler’s experience at UCI – her education, hands-on training, volunteer work and scholarship – made all the difference in her journey to become a nurse.
Nominated by her peers, Seiler received the 2016 Undergraduate Excellence in Service Award. In addition, she was one of 30 graduates from UCI’s class of 2017 who received the Chancellor’s Award of Distinction.