Yalanda Moore

I am a dedicated and resilient nursing student, wife, and mother of five — three boys and two daughters — committed to academic excellence and lifelong growth. Balancing the responsibilities of marriage, motherhood, and nursing school has strengthened my discipline, time management, and perseverance. My husband’s support and my children’s encouragement fuel my determination to succeed and to model the power of education, faith, and hard work.

My intended career path is to become a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA). I am passionate about advancing my education to provide safe, skilled, and compassionate anesthesia care to patients during some of their most vulnerable moments. I understand that this goal requires academic excellence, critical thinking, and unwavering commitment — qualities I continue to develop through perseverance and humility.

My journey has taught me how to do more with less, transforming challenges into motivation. I view scholarship not only as achievement, but as responsibility — to uplift my family, serve my community, and represent the values of leadership, integrity, and service within the nursing profession

From a young age in grade school, I was naturally drawn to helping others. I remember being the student who wanted to comfort classmates when they were hurt or upset and who was curious about how the human body worked. Science projects fascinated me, especially anything related to health or caring for people. Even then, I felt a strong desire to serve and make a difference.

Those early interests planted the seed for my journey into nursing. What began as childhood curiosity and compassion has grown into a clear professional goal of advancing my education and pursuing a career in healthcare. Looking back, I can see that my passion for caring, learning, and supporting others has always been a part of who I am.

Outside of my academic responsibilities, I enjoy spending quality time with my husband and five children, creating meaningful memories and supporting their growth. I value family-centered activities, whether it’s attending school events, cooking together, or simply enjoying conversation at home. These moments keep me grounded and remind me of my purpose.

I also enjoy reading and reviewing nursing-related material to strengthen my knowledge, as well as listening to motivational content that encourages personal and professional development. When time allows, I appreciate quiet moments of reflection and planning, which help me stay organized and focused on my long-term goals of advancing in nursing and becoming a CRNA.