Thursday, May 8, 2008

A Part of Schutz Is Leaving


By Shereen Hassan
For an impressive twenty six years, Schutz has been blessed with Salwa Hussein one of the most caring and loving people on campus. She has made a strong commitment with her positive work ethic and a kind heart. Her success as a school nurse is evident through the highly organized clinic that she runs. Not only is Salwa qualified as a registered nurse in Egypt, but as of 2005 she has been qualified to practice nursing in the United States. Besides working at Schutz, Salwa taught at the Faculty of Nursing Alexandria Universities for five years and also worked in Tripoli for six years at the Oil Company Clinic. When asked why she chose the field of nursing, Salwa responded, “The challenge of helping and taking care of a person, not only physically but mentally, is very rewarding.”
Salwa has gained a lot of experience along with her education. Salwa not only practiced nursing but also taught health from pre-k to the high school level. Salwa was also an instructor in Medical Surgical Nursing and Public Health Nursing located at the Faculty of Nursing in Alexandria. When asked about her experience at Schutz, Salwa replied that “Schutz had a great impact on me. I learned a lot from the students of different age groups. The diverse student body has enabled me adapt to different aspects of the many cultures Schutz possesses.”
Salwa enjoys her leisure time and proudly takes advantage of it. Salwa loves sports, especially basketball and tennis. In fact, Salwa coached the Varsity Girls Basketball team and the JV Tennis not long ago. Salwa instructed aerobics at Schutz for at least five years and also coordinated Schutz’s summer program. Salwa also enjoys walking, jogging, reading, listening to soft music, and even singing. As many of you have probably noticed, Salwa sang a tune from the movie Music & Lyrics in this year’s Talent Show.
Although Schutz has seen several changes in recent years, Salwa was able to cope and to adapt. After Salwa retires from Schutz, she wishes to move to the States to live with her grandson and daughter where she plans to continue to practice nursing. To Salwa, Schutz will continue to be her second home: “Schutz is not just a school, it’s my school, and just like the song I wish that everyone carries with them the greatness of Schutz.” Salwa will be deeply missed by all, and our deepest wishes go to her as she embarks on a new experience in the United States.

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