By Keith Olson
For Bluefield State University
Event: Bluefield State University Junior Nurse Academy Pinning Ceremony
Date: Thursday, June 25, 2026
Time: 3:30 p.m.
Location: Medical Education Center, Room 211
WHAT: Bluefield State University’s College of Health Sciences will hold its Junior Nurse Academy Pinning Ceremony, celebrating students who have completed the program. The pinning ceremony is a time-honored tradition in nursing education, marking a significant milestone in each student’s journey toward a career in healthcare.
The West Virginia Junior Nurse Academy at Bluefield State University is a free, immersive summer program designed to introduce eighth-grade students to the nursing profession and inspire them to pursue healthcare careers. It is one of the University’s signature outreach initiatives and is offered through a partnership among Bluefield State University, WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital, the Princeton Rescue Squad, and the West Virginia Office of Nursing Education and Workforce Development.
Photo Opportunities:
- Graduates receiving their nursing pins
- Faculty congratulating graduates
- Students with family members following the ceremony
- Group photo of the graduating class
- Candid moments of celebration
Suggested Coverage:
Capture photos and short video clips of the pinning presentations, faculty remarks, and the graduates’ celebration following the ceremony.