[MIAMI, FL] April 29, 2025 — Miss America 2025, Abbie Stockard, delivered an empowering message at the Preceptor Appreciation Reception for the University of Miami School of Nursing and Health Studies. As a nursing student at Auburn University herself, Abbie shared her passion for the profession, encouraging the next generation of nurses to “dream big, serve boldly, and take up space in every stage they enter.” Her words inspired the students and faculty to pursue their careers with confidence and to embrace leadership opportunities within healthcare.
Abbie’s involvement in the event underscored her dedication to both education and the nursing profession, reinforcing the importance of nursing as a vital part of our healthcare system. Her powerful message of empowerment and service served as a reminder of the lasting impact nurses
can have on the future of healthcare.
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