Nursing, Neighbors, and Next-Gen Leaders: NSU Interns at the Heart of CommUnity

Urban League of Hampton Roads is proud to continue its impactful partnership with Norfolk State University’s Nursing Program, now welcoming its 4th cohort of student interns. Since Spring 2024, this internship has given nursing students hands-on experience in public health outreach, allowing them to apply their clinical skills in meaningful, real-world community settings.

The 3rd cohort of interns made a lasting impression by organizing and hosting the Healthy Together Fair on April 26th—a full day dedicated to health screenings, wellness resources, and direct community engagement. Their initiative reflected the mission of the program: empowering students to serve, educate, and advocate for public health at the local level.

This year, the 4th cohort continues to build on that momentum, returning for their second year supporting the Juneteenth Freedom Festival, where they will staff and manage the First Aid Tent. Under the mentorship of site supervisors Dexter Davis and Joshua Holder, interns are learning about HIV/AIDS education, health and wellness awareness, and strategic community outreach from one of the region’s most experienced leaders.

In preparation for this year’s Juneteenth event, the Summer 2025 interns have also been involved in event promotion—visiting community partners like the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore, the Blocker Norfolk Family YMCA, and the Jordan-Newby Anchor Branch Library at Broad Creek to raise awareness and distribute event information.

This partnership continues to strengthen both our mission and the future of healthcare in our region. It’s a meaningful way to invest in the next generation of nurses while expanding our reach in the community. It reflects this year’s theme: CommUnity — where U are at the center of UNITY. We’re proud to be building something impactful, together.

Want to support more program like this our internships? Visit the Health webpage to get involved, or contact us at [email protected] to learn more.