Karyn Tindbaek
“Receiving the WSNA scholarship is a huge honor, and I am deeply appreciative to those who fund and organize it. This scholarship reduces the financial burden of nursing school, allowing me to pursue additional experiences that will shape my clinical practice.”
— Karyn Tindbaek
Degree program: Accelerated BSN, Pacific Lutheran University
Scholarship: WSNF Scholarship
Award year: 2026
After working in academic research settings, including as a clinical research coordinator at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Karyn’s deep passion for working directly with vulnerable people led her to pursue nursing. Her long-term goal is to earn an advanced degree and work as a nurse practitioner in adult-gerontology and specialize in hospice care.
Karyn has been active in her student nurses association, helping organize blood drives, community health activities, and work with her local food bank. Her commitment to her community and patients shines through in all she does. We are proud to support Karyn with a 2026 WSNF scholarship.
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