Harpers Ferry Students Fast-Tracking to Healthcare Careers
Shepherd University puts students on fast track to healthcare professions amid critical need
DC News Now | Wednesday, July 9, 2025
In response to the critical demand for healthcare professionals, Shepherd University is accelerating the path for aspiring nurses from the region. Students like high school junior Kylie McMaster and sophomore Lena Boyd are already engaging in preparatory programs that blend classroom learning with real-world experience. Under the mentorship of seasoned professionals such as Laureen Donovan, they are equipped to tackle the changes the healthcare landscape has undergone post-COVID. Parents and community members, including Nina Pierce, express excitement about these programs, which promise to cultivate the next generation of healthcare workers vital to the local community's wellbeing.
