Mary Maccarone is an example of a hard-working, dedicated, and compassionate nursing student. She has always shown so much dedication to the profession, has always gone above and beyond what is the standard expectation. She secured a nurse externship, as well as an immersion in the field of labor and delivery, where her passion lies. She works so hard as a student there, and the staff and patients absolutely adore her. She is smart, kind, compassionate, and dedicated. She was hand-picked by the nursing staff on that unit, as she stood out in her group during her clinical there. She has worked hard and is deserving of this award.