Nursing a Dream: The unspoken heroes
Dylan Eble’s journey through Arizona State University’s Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation and Barrett, The Honors College is one that is full of discovery and perseverance. Born in Bloomington, Illinois, Eble participated in graduation ceremonies in May but officially received his degrees in August. Years of dedication, combined with a newfound interest in this multifaceted field, have all contributed to this momentous event.
“I learned about a variety of nursing specialties that I had never known existed while I was a student at ASU and in nursing school,” Eble continued. “I knew about nursing roles in a hospital setting, but there is much more to the nursing role than that. There is a large list of specialties that include forensic nurses, flight nurses and global health nurses. This is not an exhaustive list, and there are many more specialties within this field that I recently learned about in college.”
Eble felt drawn to ASU because of the university’s passion for innovation, an area that caught his attention as he prepared to join a field that is constantly evolving.
“I chose ASU because I was inspired by the university’s dedication to innovation,” Eble explained.
As for his input regarding current students, Eble believes that one has to pace oneself.
“Just take one week at a time. With more and more assignments and deadlines to meet, it’s very easy to get overwhelmed. Taking it one week at a time really helped me to stay on top of stuff without getting too stressed out,” he added.
Eble grew to enjoy and concentrate on some of the more serene areas of ASU.
“My favorite spot on the Downtown campus has to be the outdoor seating area around the law school,” Eble stated. “It’s always a great place to study and allows you to take in the weather. On the Tempe campus, my favorite spot is definitely the Noble Library. It has that traditional 'library' feel that I enjoy.”
Looking to the future, Eble plans to remain in the Valley and pursue a career as a registered nurse. But with more expansive resources, Eble knows precisely where he could make a difference.
If he could, Eble would direct my efforts toward making healthcare more accessible.
“Too many people are burdened when it comes to their health care, and my goal would be to alleviate some of that stress.”
From finding a new nursing specialty to learn how to take life one week at a time, Eble and his experience in college embody all that is right with leaders in healthcare for the future.