“Each spring for more than 28 years, North Harris College has received a generous scholarship contribution for NHC nursing students from the Auxiliary members. This year’s $10,000 gift brings the groups’ overall gifts to almost $350,000,” says Ken Feld, NHC’s financial aid director.
The college has been successful in recruiting and retaining nursing students to fill today’s high demand for nurses and other health care professionals. However, nursing courses are very rigorous and the required medical books are expensive. “That is why we are extremely grateful for the Auxiliary’s generous donation. These funds consistently help students in our nursing programs to stay committed to finishing their degrees,” says Feld.
The scholarship funds are produced by a dedicated group of Houston Northwest Hospital Auxiliary volunteers, who manage the small 15- by 25-foot hospital gift shop within the medical center. The shop is brimming with stuffed toys, balloons, flowers, candy and other items, which–when purchased–adds sunshine and comfort to patients confined at the hospital. “While some might call it a gift shop, it’s more like a ‘giving’ shop for North Harris College,” says Feld.
North Harris College offers a wide variety of health care programs including: associate degree nursing, LVN to RN transition, pharmacy technology, professional medical office, paramedic to RN transition, health information technology including medical transcription certification and coding certification, and emergency medical services.
North Harris College is located at 2700 W.W. Thorne Drive, one-half mile south of FM 1960 E, between Aldine-Westfield and Hardy Roads. Registration for summer courses is now progress. For more information about the college, call 281.618.5400 or visit: www.northharriscollege.com
North Harris Montgomery Community College District, among the five largest and fastest growing community colleges in Texas, comprises, North Harris College, Kingwood College, Tomball College, Montgomery College, Cy-Fair College, seven satellite centers, and The University Center.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 04/21/2006
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