Professor Genuino was my Capstone professor at Felician University. I met her in my final semester of nursing school, and I can arguably say that she is one of the best professors I have ever had. She is highly compassionate, a hard worker, and an individual who has her students’ best interests at heart. Throughout my clinical rotations, she was very understanding and approachable. She created a calm and welcoming environment in which students never felt neglected. Every student in my cohort can attest to the thriving community she has created. She always told her students that the path to success is not always easy, but true success can be achieved through persistence, hard work, and determination. She also encouraged students to actively participate in professional nursing organizations and take up leadership roles. I remember getting an email from Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honor Society and having doubts as to whether I should register or not. She encouraged me, explaining the advantages of the program.  She also informed me about the New Jersey League for Nursing and the New Jersey State Nurses Association. If anyone deserves this award more than anything, it is Professor Genuino. Thank you. 

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Dr. Genuino's involvement in ongoing research, such as the Global Survey on Filipino Nurses Overseas, demonstrates her commitment to lifelong learning and inquiry. By serving as a co-investigator in this international study, she encourages her students to think critically about the global challenges and issues affecting the nursing profession. Furthermore, her publications and presentations at nursing conventions and conferences, such as the Philippine Nurses Association of New Jersey Annual Educational Convention and New Jersey Nursing Students, Inc. Annual Convention, showcase her dedication to staying current with the latest healthcare developments. These opportunities allow her students to engage with contemporary healthcare issues and research findings, fostering a spirit of inquiry and a lifelong learning mindset. Dr. Genuino's passion for advancing nursing education and her active involvement in research and professional development initiatives exemplify her commitment to facilitating a spirit of inquiry and lifelong learning among her students. Her approach empowers learners to stay curious, explore new horizons, and remain at the forefront of healthcare knowledge and practice.