All Monmouth University Nursing students are members of MUPNA.
The Purpose of the MUPNA
- To contribute to nursing education and help to provide for the highest quality of healthcare; to aid in the development of nurses’ professional role and their responsibility for the healthcare of people in all walks of life.
- To provide programs representative of fundamental and current professional interests and concerns.
- To promote awareness and involvement in nursing education.
- To act as a liaison between nursing faculty, administration, student government, and nursing students.
- To provide an online means of communication for the nursing community at Monmouth University.
One of the key aims of the organization is to act as the student’s voice in the Nursing Department. A representative of MUPNA is invited to attend all faculty meetings.
Board Members for the 2026–2027 School Year
- President: Sophia Skowronski
- Vice President: Marta Danylko
- Corresponding Secretary: Sofia Sabonjan
- Recording Secretary: Antonina Cottone
- Treasurer: Milana Khurshudian
- Fundraising Chair: Mariah Maldonado
- Community Service Chair: Melanie Roney
- Director of Social Media: Angelina Mayo
Faculty Advisors
Arianna Duncan
Nursing Skills Lab & Simulation Director
Giuseppina Pagnotta, DNP, MSN Ed, RN, NCSN, PED-BC
Assistant Professor
Awards
- 2020-2021: “You Make A Difference” Award (Student Activities)
In recognition of efforts made in making connections with students, encouraging membership, and staying active as a club the duration of the school year. - 2020: Campus Conscious Award
The Office of student activities and student center operations congratulates you on your hard work and dedication to student life here at Monmouth University.