MMPNO Biographies of 2023 Scholarship Recipients

Reem Abraha

Reem is enrolled in Seattle University's Nursing Program and will graduate in June 2024. She was enthralled by the actions of the healthcare team working collaboratively to deliver her baby brother as a child. This experience was her introduction to the medical industry Since coming to the United States, she has worked as a nursing assistant who has developed an understanding of diverse populations

Madisen Barre-Hemingway

Madisen is enrolled at the University of Washington's School of Nursing and will graduate August 2023. Madisen's interest in becoming a nurse comes from her experiences as a youth. She is passionate about racial inequity and injustices in the healthcare system. One of her professors describes her as a self-starter. She has received recognitions for her community service and a number of awards from various organizations for her contributions

Mebel Christian-Ezeofor

Mebel is enrolled in Seattle University and is pursuing a Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP). She will graduate in May 2026. She recognized that access to healthcare was a basic right for a free and just society Throughout her career, she has been summarized as a visionary, goal setter and achiever Her goal is to become an Acute Care AdultGerontology Nurse Practitioner to lead mission trips to educate and serve under-served populations.

Jean Claude Cisekedi

Jean Claude is enrolled at Seattle University's School of Nursing and will graduate August 2024. His aspiration to become a nurse is supported by his family. He takes care of four younger brothers and shows them kindness, empathy, and compassion. He is working as a medical assistant and serves as an advocate for French-speaking patients. His long-term goal is to obtain an advanced nursing degree.