Mentorship is not a luxury; it is not an optional add-on to workforce development. It is a crucial piece of how systems endure. It is how clinical excellence is preserved and scaled over time. If we want strong leadership in high-stakes care, we must design mentorship intentionally - long before leadership is urgently needed.
When Shawnette Jones enrolled at Western Governors University (WGU) to finish her bachelor's degree in business management, she knew she needed a university that understood what it meant to learn while working full-time and balancing everyday life. What she didn’t expect was finding a sisterhood that would become one of the most meaningful parts of her educational journey.
As we celebrate National Volunteer Month, it’s essential to shine a spotlight on the incredible individuals whose acts of kindness and dedication shape their communities for the better.
