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NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y., May 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Over 550 individuals are now protected against COVID-19 thanks to students in Iona College's new nursing program. Describing the opportunity to serve their community as both emotional and historic, students said they were grateful for the hands-on experience gained through the pandemic.
"It feels humbling," said student Nico O'Leary '21, of New Rochelle, N.Y. "This has been a horrible year for everyone. So, the fact that we're able to give back in this way is enormous."
Iona College nursing student Anna Tesoriero ’21, of Huntington, N.Y., draws a COVID-19 vaccine. In all, students will vaccinate 550 residents over six sessions in New Rochelle, N.Y.