04/16/2026
Southern KY AHEC celebrated the first Next Nurse Graduation Banquet with 5 talented students from Knox County Schools completing our 6-month nursing pipeline program. These students attended 12 sessions, learning basic nursing skills, gaining job shadowing hours, exploring nursing programs in Kentucky, and participating in a soft skills workshop with Jake. We appreciate Laney, Olivia, Jayden, Chyann, and Abby's dedication. We also want to thank our partners at ARH Barbourville, Union Commonwealth University Nursing, and Knox County Public Schools for their support. Community involvement is crucial for our students' success, and we're grateful for partners who help us launch our students futures!