My name is Nanle Gusen. I am a 3^rd year PhD student at the University of Iowa College of Nursing and a graduate research assistant. My academic journey in nursing began at the University of Jos, Nigeria, followed by a master's degree in social work in healthcare from the University of Debrecen, Hungary, where I was awarded the Scholarship for Christian Young People, before commencing my PhD program at the University of Iowa. 

My time at the University of Iowa has been marked by active campus engagement. In addition to my role as a research assistant, I serve as the President for the International Student Advisory Board (ISAB), just after serving as the Mental Health Director for the graduate & Professional Student Government (GPSG). I currently serve as the Grants Director for GPSG.

I am passionate about students' holistic and financial welfare. Having navigated student resources on campus, I feel the need to advocate for and contribute to the accessibility of funding for graduate and professional students. I am on board to share about the plethora of resources on campus that support students' personal and professional development, which can prevent or relieve financial distress.

In my free time, I enjoy playing soccer, table tennis and swimming. I enjoy cooking, watching comedies, hosting people, and traveling. In addition, I love worshipping and reading scriptures.