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Portrait of Skyler Sullivan

Honor Society® member

Skyler Sullivan

  • bachelor of science in nursing
  • Class of 2029
  • Libertyville, IL

Member since January 2025

About

I have always been drawn to challenges. Whether it was taking on the toughest AP courses, training for national-level soccer tournaments, or pushing through exhaustion to study late into the night, I thrive in environments that demand dedication. My drive to excel in academics and athletics stems from a simple belief: Hard work, resilience, and purpose can turn ambition into achievement. This philosophy is what fuels my pursuit of nursing.

Education

  • University Tennessee Knoxville

    Bachelor of Science in Nursing

    2025 – Present

Honors and awards

  • 2024 AP Scholar with Distinction Award

    High scores on multiple AP exams taken through College Board

  • Illinois State Scholar

    Awarded for being top 10% of seniors graduating in 2025

  • National Honor Society

    High academic achievement

Goals and interests

Career goal

Registered Nurse

Graduate school interests

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists)

Outside the classroom

Club travel soccer, running, reading. I have been playing soccer since the age of 5. Soccer has pushed me physically & mentally while stressing the importance of leadership, communication and camaraderie. My soccer career highlight was attending the USYS Nationals in Florida, my team being amongst the top 8 team nationally.

Experience

  • Lifeguard

    Libertyville Recreation Department, Adler Pool & Riverside Pool

    May 2025 – Aug 2025

  • Cashier/Ice cream server

    Cold Stone Creamery

    Oct 2024 – Feb 2025

Volunteering

  • Consistent volunteering with my club soccer team

    Feed My Starving Children

    Jan 2020 – May 2025

Languages

  • English (US) Fluent