Peer Resource Network
Peer Resource Network (PRN) of Linfield University-Good Samaritan School of Nursing connects a community of past, present, and future nursing students in an effort to instill confidence and ease transitions by providing support, guidance, and inspiration while fostering the core values of nursing.
The Peer Resource Network (PRN) is a mentoring network that helps students better identify with the culture of nursing school including communicating with faculty, student involvement opportunities, and campus resources in order to have a successful first semester.
PRN Peer Advocates
Teresa
Hi my name is Teresa, I’m a 4th semester student from Portland. I did my prereqs in Mac before coming to the nursing campus. I am interested in neuro, cardio, & hospice care. Some of my favorite things to do are watching reality TV, stargazing at the beach, & trying new foods with friends. I’m very excited to get to share what I’ve learned, to help, & support everyone as y’all start your journey through nursing school and beyond! You can contact Teresa at tnguyen7@linfield.edu
Angela
Hi there! My name is Angela and I am an incoming third semester nursing student this fall. I am a first generation Latina from SE Portland and I love to hang out with friends and family most. Although I am nearing the end of my time at Linfield, I don’t fully know what type of nurse I want to be! You will see that it often fluctuates based on experience and likings. However, I am interested in pediatric and cardiovascular nursing. I am excited to get to know you all and see how I can be a support to you. Don’t be afraid to say hi :) You can contact Angela at acano-hernandez@linfield.edu
EmmaLee
Hi! My name is EmmaLee Haburn and I am a second-semester student. I am originally from Salem, OR and am living in Gresham with my best friend, who also lived with me at the McMinnville campus for my pre-reqs. Some fun facts about me: I just spent the month of July in Europe (which the photo of me is from Greece!). I love being with my nieces and nephews whenever I can. I am an extremely hard worker and sometimes I overestimate how much time I have to do things and have to take a step back and reevaluate. Something you’ll learn in nursing school is that you can have fun and give your mind that much needed break at least once every week without failing any thing. Your mind and body need to have fun and not feel guilty for it because we are all working extremely hard to become amazing nurses. Just work on time management and you’ll be amazing!! I am excited for this upcoming year with you all and I am here for all of you no matter the time of day! You can contact EmmaLee at ehaburn@linfield.edu
Melissa
Hi! My name is Melissa and I will be in my second semester this fall. Being a transfer student, I completed my prerequisites at PCC. I was born and raised in Los Angeles but have lived in Portland with my husband and two children for 7 years. It has taken me while to get here, having spent 8 years in another career and 6 years as a stay-at-home mother. I am proud to call myself a Linfield student and hope to be a resource to you all during your first semester! You can contact Melissa at mgonzalez3@linfield.edu
Gracie
Hello! My name is Gracie, and I am a fourth-semester nursing student. I am originally from Portland, OR but spent much of my early adulthood working in musical theater and childcare throughout the US and even abroad. My nursing dream job is in either pediatrics or L&D and hope to one day become a Nurse-Midwife. In my free time, I enjoy cooking and baking for my friends and family, growing my own food, a DIY project, and taking my dog to the park. I look forward to getting to know you and sharing words of encouragement or advice as you begin your nursing journey. You can contact Gracie at gallen@linfield.edu
Jessica
Hi everyone! My name is Jessica, and I am a fourth-semester student. I am originally from a small town in California but have lived in the Portland area for the last ten years. My absolute favorite place is the beach, and my family and I love to take as many weekend trips as possible. I am interested many areas of nursing but especially pediatrics and maternal health. I would love to work in the NICU or labor and delivery. I am excited to help you along this journey and look forward to meeting you all! Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions! You can contact Jessica at jcaldwell@linfield.edu
AJ
Hi everyone! My name is Alexie Joi or AJ for short and I am a third semester student. I am originally from the island of Oʻahu and moved to Oregon to complete my pre-reqs at the McMinnville campus.
My current specialty of interest is Labor & Delivery, but I'm still keeping an open mind as I navigate through this last year of nursing school. I love spending my free time at the beach, hanging out with family & friends, and eating good food. I'm so excited to work alongside you all on this new journey. You should be proud of yourselves for how far youʻve come. I canʻt wait to meet you all! You can contact AJ at arealubit@linfield.edu
Evie
Hello! My name is Evelyn, but most people call me Evie. I am a third semester student and I currently live at home with my family in Salem, OR where I was born and raised. I began my college journey at Oregon State, but after a year transferred to Linfield’s McMinnville campus before migrating to Portland last Fall. I am interested in pediatrics and labor & delivery, however I am open to anything I feel called to when the time comes. Some fun facts about me are I am the middle child in my family, I have two giant dogs named Remi and Lucy, I love working out at Orange Theory, and I am always up for Thai food! I look forward to meeting all of you and helping make Linfield Nursing your new home as you begin this once in a lifetime journey! You can contact Evie at ehoppe2@linfield.edu
Questions about PRN?
If you have any questions about PRN, please feel free to connect with any of the PRN Peer Advocates (their emails are listed above, under their respective profile photo), or contact Matt Hiller at mhiller@linfield.edu.