Global Initiatives Director - Gillian Werolin

Hi everyone! My name is Gillian Werolin and I’m a Track 2 Senior. I am originally from Folsom, California, although I am so excited to now get to call San Diego home. 

I currently work as a Patient Care Assistant at Scripps Health. I’m also involved in SDSU HEAL and Mortar Board. Outside of school, I love going to concerts, spending time outdoors, and reading! I love doing anything creative and can frequently be found drawing or writing! 

I am incredibly passionate about learning about health inequities and the systemic factors leading to these inequities. I feel that one of the best ways to fight these inequities are to create a generation of nurses that practice cultural humility. Because of this, I am so honored and excited to get to be your Global Initiatives director for this year. I can’t wait to create so many opportunities for all of you to learn about how to better support a diverse patient population!

E-mail us at: sdsusnaglobal@gmail.com ​

Global Initiatives Director - Emily-Ann Pacio

Hi! My name is Emily-Ann Pacio and I am your Global Initiatives Co-Director! I am a Junior Track 2 Transfer student. I was born and raised in sunny San Diego. I love working with children and plan to work in the pediatric field when I become a nurse. In my spare time, I love to play basketball, sing, and make jewelry. I am motivated and ready to create events that inspire you to develop your nursing skills. If you need advice or have any questions, feel free to contact me! <3

​E-mail us at: sdsusnaglobal@gmail.com
As Global Initiatives Directors, our responsibilities are to... 
  • Increase cultural competency to help eliminate culture related healthcare disparities between patients and providers
  • Create a monthly cultural flyer
  • Coordinate a student-led Medical Spanish class 
  • Fundraise and sponsor families at Christmas with Rady's Adopt-A-Family Program
  • Coordinate and plan activities for nursing exchange students who come to visit SDSU
  • Provide opportunities to expose SDSU SON students to holistic nursing options 
  • Provide creative opportunities to help students gain cultural awareness