Student Spotlight

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What It Means to Be Selected as a Student Spotlight

Being selected as the Student Spotlight in an SOE lab is a recognition of more than just clinical skill. It's a reflection of professionalism, dedication, and leadership in a high-pressure learning environment.

It means they have consistently demonstrated mastery of hands-on skills, a commitment to learning, and a strong understanding of protocols and procedures. They come prepared, stay engaged, and take every opportunity to improve not only themselves but also their peers by offering support and fostering a positive team dynamic.

As a Student Spotlight, they have shown composure under pressure, a willingness to receive and apply feedback, and the ability to think critically in simulated emergency situations. Their conduct reflects the values of a future paramedic: compassionate, capable, and committed to excellence. This recognition highlights their growth and sets the standard for what it means to be a confident, competent entry-level clinician.

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Jesse Collins

SOE Tyler

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Jesse was in great spirits all week. And was a go getter being very willing to get in and get to work everybody.
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Jesse Baer

SOE Tampa Bay

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Jesse stood out today because he has a ton of great qualities. He was the fastest to salad intubate in spite of an airway full of fluids. He has a great attitude and is well liked by the whole class. He is kind and caring. I think he will be an outstanding medic one day soon!
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Benjamin Royer

SOE Taylorville

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Ben did an awesome job this week. He dug two feet in to learn all he could and always had a smile doing it. He accepted feedback like a champ and made changes accordingly. He's going to do very well and has potential to be a great leader in our field.
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Jeffrey Holmes

SOE Provo

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Jeff Holmes traveled all the way from California to participate in lab this week. He was polite, attentive, engaged, and always willing to help wherever needed. Jeff demonstrated strong paramedic skills and was a great addition to the lab. And as an added bonus, his vacuuming skills were top-notch! Thanks, Jeff, for your hard work, positive attitude, and willingness to pitch in!
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John Chmielewski

SOE Bemidiji

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John was very strong on his assessments. He listened well and accepted feedback and made the change. He delegated to his team and assisted others when needed when he was the team member.
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Joshua Gibbons

SOE Wagoner

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Josh shows his knowledge and skill well. He will make an excellent provider. Not only does he have a friendly easy going demeanor, but he is also helpful and eager to assist wherever needed.
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Giovannie Rivera-Alicea

SOE Tampa Bay

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Giovannie is great to have in lab. Today was IV day and med math day. He was first to try both. He was successful in his sticks and was a willing subject for others to try. He jumped into med math fully and was soon doing med calculations correctly. He has a ton of leadership qualities and a really great attitude!
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Jennifer Miller

SOE Duncan

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Jennifer showed up and maintained a positive attuite for lab. Jennifer continued to work at patient assessment and skills. She stayed involved and was eager to learn.
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Timothy Hauk

SOE Tampa Bay

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Timothy was outstanding with his team work and taking lead. He really embrace collaborating with fellow students when it came to confirming protocols and doses for med math. He was interactive and adapted to obstacles that were thrown into his scenarios.
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Travis Shafer

SOE Tyler (HQ)

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Travis was very attentive, asked plenty of questions, was very respectful & helped other students (as well as the instructors) when needed.
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Angel Baez

SOE Tampa Bay

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This student had standout performance, needed minimal prompting, and helped other students! They drive from Palm Beach hrs (4hrs) because he thinks our program is worth the effort and is far better and more flexible then his local area.
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Matesi Hess

SOE South Dakota

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Whenever they were faced with a challenge, they put both heels down and pushed forward. They were quick to ask for and accept feedback, and changes were made quickly based upon that feedback. The stayed after class all four days of lab to ask questions that they had and to get some extra practice in. They are eager to be the best versions of themselves because they know it will only serve to benefit their patients. Great job, Sophie and Matesi!
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Miranda Opsal-Richards

SOE Bemidiji

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Miranda was really on top of her game. She was very smooth in her scenarios and treatments. After the first day of ACLS, she became very good at rhythm interpretation and medications and doses were spot on. She took control when she was the team lead and was able to talk calmly but firmly to lead calls. She did a great job.
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Sophie Burtman

SOE South Dakota

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Whenever they were faced with a challenge, they put both heels down and pushed forward. They were quick to ask for and accept feedback, and changes were made quickly based upon that feedback. The stayed after class all four days of lab to ask questions that they had and to get some extra practice in. They are eager to be the best versions of themselves because they know it will only serve to benefit their patients. Great job, Sophie and Matesi!
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Jesus Pena

SOE Burleson

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Mr. Pena did exceptionally well this week. He took well to feedback and made improvements immediately that stuck with him through his following skills and assessments. He was very active in helping other students who were struggling with some concepts. He also took initiative to help clean up the classroom each day by straightening up tables and chairs, and cleaning up any equipment that may have been left out, whether it was caused by his group or not. He was very much a lead-by-example person all week and deserves commendation for that.
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Kwan Slydell

SOE Tampa Bay

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Kwan is a great student. He is a total leader. He knows his stuff. He has a great attitude and is helpful towards the other students. I was really impressed with him as were the other instructors. He will rise to the top of any organization. Really sharp young man!
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Cassidy Bittner

SOE Tampa Bay

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Cassidy is a natural leader. She is the first to take lead. She did an incredible job working through her scenarios. And, she has the best attitude.
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Charlee Boergers

SOE Tampa Bay

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Charlee is a return student, she was in our EMT program prior to this and returned for paramedic school. She is very interested in learning, respectful, and hard working.
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Charlee Boergers

SOE Tampa Bay

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Charlee is a return student, she was in our EMT program prior to this and returned for paramedic school. She is very interested in learning, respectful, and hard working.
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Arthur Stamler

SOE Russellville

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Arthur was wanting to learn as much as possible during the lab. He was at most times the first one to try new skills. He will succeed in his endeavor to become a paramedic. When other students struggled and he was versed enough in those struggles, he stepped up and assisted other students when needed.
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This gallery highlights our students actively engaged in EMS training across our various live lab education, clinical and field externship sites. From mastering patient assessments to assisting with critical care interventions, School of EMS students are immersed in the realities of modern emergency medicine every step of the way.

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At the School of EMS, we don’t just train future paramedics, we prepare EMTs, AEMTs, EMRs and paramedics to thrive in real-world emergency situations. Our students gain hands-on experience in clinical environments, ambulance ride-alongs, and high-pressure field scenarios where classroom knowledge transforms into life-saving action. Through a combination of advanced EMS education, real-time clinical exposure, and mentorship from experienced professionals, our EMT, AEMT, EMR and paramedic students graduate confident, capable, and ready to serve their communities. These moments captured in action represent more than training - they reflect the dedication, resilience, and purpose that define the next generation of first responders.

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