08/20/2026
We are incredibly proud to celebrate our upcoming Licensed Practical Nursing graduates as they prepare for one of the most meaningful milestones of their nursing journey —the Nursing Pinning Ceremony.
Unlike traditional graduation, a nursing pinning ceremony is a time-honored tradition reserved specifically for nurses. It symbolizes the transition from nursing student to nursing professional. The modern tradition dates back to the 1860s and the legacy of Florence Nightingale, with the first nursing pins presented to a graduating class in the United States at Bellevue Hospital in 1880.
Reaching this moment is no small accomplishment. Our Practical Nursing program consists of 1,232 clock hours, including 450 hours of hands-on clinical experience. Throughout their journey, these students have dedicated countless hours to developing the knowledge, skills, compassion, and professionalism needed to care for others.
The pin they receive represents so much more than the completion of a program. It represents the hard work, sacrifices, early mornings, long clinical days, challenges overcome, and unwavering commitment that brought each graduate to this moment.
Soon, these graduates will proudly take their place in a profession built upon compassion, service, integrity, and care for others. We could not be more proud of how far they have come.
🩺Congratulations to our 2026 Practical Nursing Class! We are honored to celebrate this special nursing tradition with you.
