Student

Get There:
Into Strength and Compassion

Grace Toler

BSN student Grace Toler is combining her love of helping others with her drive to grow as a nurse—building the confidence, skill, and compassion to make a difference wherever her career leads.

Nursing student Grace Toler smiles at the camera

Grace Toler discovered her passion for caring for others early on—always the one to offer comfort or help patch a scrape. Inspired by the nurses in her family, she followed that calling to Southeastern, where she’s thriving in the BSN program and gaining hands-on experience in diverse clinical settings. 

After graduation, Grace plans to begin her career in an ICU to build experience before pursuing an advanced degree to become a nurse practitioner or CRNA. Guided by empathy, discipline, and purpose, she’s dedicated to helping patients heal—and to growing into a nurse who leads with both strength and heart.

Action Plan

  • Checked off task, Serve as class president and represent peers on the Student Affairs Committee for the School of Nursing.
  • Checked off task, Work as a nurse tech at Baton Rouge General to gain real-world clinical experience.
  • Checked off task, Play for Southeastern’s Indoor Volleyball Team and help secure the Southland Conference Tournament Championship.
  • Checked off task, Coach middle school and private volleyball lessons to mentor young athletes.
  • Unchecked task, Earn a graduate degree.