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MY GOALS & UNIVERSITY VISION AND MISSION

Although I’ve only been a nurse for a year and a half, I’ve realized the importance of furthering my education and obtaining my master’s degree. In the future, if I do not plan to continue bedside nursing, I want to be fully prepared in my education to move on to a new career. For the past couple of months, I’ve been looking into different nursing programs that offered a Master’s Degree in Nursing as well as

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speaking to my colleagues about how they feel about the schools they are enrolled in. Almost everyone I know who is in the process of obtaining their master’s degree is enrolled with Walden, so I decided to look further into the program for myself. As a full time nurse and mother, I realized that Walden’s flexibility would be the best fit for me. When I made the decision to enroll, I chose the nurse executive program and I have hopes to get my post-master’s certificate in nursing education after I graduate. Discussion: Networking Opportunities NURS 6003

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Being a nurse executive entails striving to continually improve the health of patients, families and communities, as well as upholding professional and ethical principles (NursePractionerSchools, 2020). Part of being a nurse executive also means having great critical thinking skills as well as having an understanding of concepts of evidence-based practices (NursePractionerSchools, 2020). After reading Walden University College of Nursing’s vision and mission statements, I realized that the degree I obtain will help me to be the best nurse executive that I can be. According to the Walden University College of Nursing (2020a), their vision is for graduates to transform nursing to meet the needs of individuals and communities. The College of Nursing’s mission (2020a) is to provide education for nursing professionals seeking enhancement of critical thinking skills, abilities to select and implement evidence-based practices, and core and specialty nursing knowledge in order to transform society. Discussion: Networking Opportunities NURS 6003

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CONCLUSIONS

I strive to be able to apply all goals and outcomes listed by Walden University to my professional career in the future and will work my hardest to do so. Some outcomes that I inspire to achieve the most are: to facilitate positive social change and use my knowledge to positively impact where I work, in my community and society; apply my learning to specific problems and challenges in my workplace and professional settings; practice legal and ethical integrity in my professional work, and support diversity and multiculturalism within my profession, community and society (Walden University b, 2020). Although the journey might be long and hard, with the help of my professional and academic network that I develop inside and outside of school, I know I will able to achieve all goals that are set. Discussion: Networking Opportunities NURS 6003

References

Schools, N. P. (2020, August ). What is a Nurse Executive? Retrieved from Nurse Practioner Schools: https://www.nursepractitionerschools.com/faq/what-is-a-nurse-executive/

University, W. (2020a). College of Nursing Mission and Vision . Retrieved from https://catalog.waldenu.edu/content.php?catoid=176&navoid=62706

University, W. (2020b). Vision, Mission and Goals. Retrieved from https://catalog.waldenu.edu/content.php?catoid=176&navoid=62496

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Hi Al,

I think it is great that you decided to further your education this early in your nursing career. In my case, I had planned to work for about 3-4 years and then further my education. Although, not being able to start as plan was due to unforeseen circumstances. At first I was unsure of what my specialization would be and since then, it has been one thing or another delaying the process such as family, work, financial issue and loss of family members. My sister who is a Walden alumnus never ceases to encourage me about starting the program and the one who is deceased was in the NP program when she passed away. So, this is a bitter and sweet feeling for me. I am glad that I am starting at this time and with Walden. I am joining Walden not only of what I heard about the program but Walden University’s vision, mission and goal statements. As stated in Walden University College of Nursing (2020b), part of the university’s vision is to help nurses grow from being a novice to expert in integrating evidence based practice into their practice to meet healthcare needs of the patients and community as a whole.

In addition, one needs to be open to lifelong learning. In order to be up to date with new researches, technology and evidence based practice. To ensure that lifelong learning is integral part of one’s professional and personal lives, it is essential for one to create a lifelong learning plan. A lifelong learning plan involves a written, detailed strategy to constantly acquire, absorb, and build knowledge and skills, evaluate and apply them in the entire life of a person. (Davis, Taylor & Reyes, 2014). Discussion: Networking Opportunities NURS 6003

References Discussion: Networking Opportunities NURS 6003

Davis, L., Taylor, H., & Reyes, H. (2014). Lifelong learning in nursing: A Delphi study. Nurse education today, 34(3), 441-445.

University, W. (2020b). Vision, Mission and Goals. Retrieved from https://catalog.walden.edu/content.php?catoid=176&navoid=62496

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Providing care to those in need is something that was instilled in me at an early age. Growing up with a single mother who has sickle cell disease, I developed an early understanding for the importance of health care and the vital role nurses play in it. It was those early childhood experiences with my mother that pushed me and helped cement my desire to become a nurse. Now 10 years strong in the nursing profession, I find myself realizing more each day that the integration of technology into nursing like so many other professions is a must for patients to receive high quality, safe and cost-effective care. Majority of the equipment I have used in the emergency rooms over the years require a minimal understanding of technology and its function in relation to the task or procedure that is to be performed. According to (Narayana Moorthi M. & Manjula R., 2018, Mobile devices, including phones and computers are becoming significant ICT tools for many activities and process of health care service delivery in both urban and rural areas, by organizations and individuals, literates and educated. section). In my opinion, I believe that before the next decade health care technology will allow patients to receive 75% or more of their care remotely and potentially even higher now with the current pandemic of Covid-19. Due to this increased demand for health care professionals to navigate the world of technology and integrate technology in our every day lives while providing care this is why I have chosen to seek a graduate degree in nursing informatics.

Armed with my previous experience of attending Walden University for my BSN program, I know firsthand the type of online learning environment that I am facing. Walden University provides their students with the necessary tools and resources to overcome many challenges that arise as you build a road map for academic success. Over the years, since I graduated from Walden, I have gained an even greater appreciation for its mission statement and the ways that I have seamlessly woven this philosophy into my everyday nursing practice. According to (Walden University, n.d., Walden University provides career professionals with the opportunity to transform themselves as scholar-practitioners so that they can effect positive social change. section) The most recent example I have that comes to mind of how Walden University’s idea of being a scholar-practitioner relates with my clinical practice is the current crisis of Covid 19 testing in our emergency room. When the pandemic occurred our emergency room (ER) like many emergency rooms around the world were rapidly changing how we provided care for our patients on a daily basis. Due to the current pandemic my facility is constantly changing how we practice emergency room nursing and rely on evidence-based nursing practice to facilitate care for our patients this allows me to develop into a more well-rounded scholar-practitioner.

Throughout the test role out of Covid-19 and the testing process I collaborated constantly with my department leadership, physicians, as well as our nurse educator to stay informed with the latest evidence-based practices for administering the test. As a whole the hospital really worked on involving the nursing staff in the decision-making process and offering us the latitude to speak up and initiate how the changes affect the care of our patients and their potential risk to all health care professionals throughout the organization. In an article writing by(Sanders, 2018, These professionals perform varying combinations of three roles: research, teaching and applied field work. They have developed different work habits, ways of thinking and even ways of being than their colleagues who focus on just one of those areas in either field, and have a set of personal characteristics including being adaptive, collaborative, holistic, passionate and wise, which empower their use of self in helping their clients or patients. section).

A contributing part of becoming a more effective scholar-practitioner lies with incorporating the outcome and perspectives of Walden’s MSN program into my professional practice. Some key points that I can readily identify within my role as an emergency room nurse are facilitating positive social change, a commitment to lifelong learning, and understanding the methods of inquiry. Each of these principles have helped me to be a more effective patient advocate as well as a nurse leader within my department.

References

Narayana Moorthi M., & Manjula R. (2018). Advances in healthcare information systems and administration.

IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-5225-5036-5.ch004

Sanders, E. (2018). Being scholar-practitioners – wisdom in action. Academy of Management Proceedings, 2018(1), 18522.

Retrieved August 28, 2020, from https://doi.org/10.5465/ambpp.2018.18522abstract

Walden University. (n.d.). Retrieved August 28, 2020, from https://catalog.walden.edu

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My name is K and I currently am a staff nurse in a medical intensive care and coronary care unit in Little Rock, Arkansas. Before graduating from nursing school, I worked as a nursing assistant and a Licensed Practical Nurse. I have worked as a bedside nurse in critical care, med-surg, radiology, and the cath-lab. In the process, I discovered my love for teaching. Whether it was precepting a new graduate or championing new policies and teaching staff nurses how to implement them, having knowledgeable nurse educators is essential to the nursing profession.

I graduated with my BSN from University of Arkansas at Little Rock in 2017. I knew I wanted to pursue a post-graduate degree, but was unsure how I would be able to work full-time while doing it. After speaking with a co-worker, who recently graduated from Walden, I knew this would be the best fit for my vision for myself and my future career goals. Walden is devoted to helping students balance their education with their personal and professional lives (Walden, 2020a). This affords me to further my education at a pace that works with, not against, my work and family life.

I aim to achieve the vision that Walden sets forth, specifically advancing the greater good(2020a). As a nurse educator, I have the patience, understanding, and knowledge to be an effective educator and be an agent of positive social change (2020a) for nurses, nursing students, and the communities that I am a part of. Stys (2008) stated “most everyone believes that working or social justice is a noble undertaking, but nurses can do better to educate themselves, their peers, and their students about what social justice requires of nurses as health care leaders and educators.”(p.368).

Another way I plan to utilize my degree is to serve the role as a community health nurse. Sometimes access to care is not the problem, lack of knowledge is. In my opinion, community health nursing can be the first line of defense for many patients, many whom don’t even have a primary physician. I put on a yearly health far at my church in which we check blood pressure, glucose, perform rapid HIV tests, and talk to members of our community about the importance of taking care of themselves. Whether it be in the hospital setting teaching experienced nurses, or as a faculty nursing instructor for a college, I am prepared to promote quality improvement of patient-centered care in accordance with professional practice standards that transform health outcomes for diverse populations(2020b).

References

Stys, J. C. (2008). Social Analysis Formation for NURSE EDUCATORS. Nursing Education

Perspectives (National League for Nursing), 29(6), 366–369.

Walden University. (2020a). Vision, Mission, and Goals (September 2020). Retrieved September 1, 2020 from https://catalog.waldenu.edu

Walden University. (2020b). MSN Learning Outcomes. Retrieved September 1, 2020 from https://catalog.waldenu.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=178&poid=70112&returnto=64000

Discussion: Networking Opportunities

You will begin laying the groundwork for academic and professional success in this module. Your efforts should begin with a vision for success that includes your own definition. While your vision may be different than that of your colleagues, this does not mean you must take these initial steps alone.

Walden University and the College of Nursing have their own visions and missions, which include assisting you in realizing your own. Additionally, members of your new academic community, such as faculty, support staff, and fellow students, can be beneficial. Practitioners in the field and other members of the professional community can also assist you in refining your vision.

The Discussion section of this Module invites you to consider how the Walden mission and vision, as well as the mission and vision of the College of Nursing, relate to your professional and academic goals.
Additionally, you will begin identifying individuals and teams who can assist you as you design the “blueprint”—your Academic Success and Professional Development Plan—that will guide you toward your own vision of academic and professional success. Finally, you’ll discuss the value of networking and how it can assist you in achieving your professional and academic objectives.

Hello everyone, my name is Chioma Onuoha. I am married with five kids. My focus in the MSN program is family Nurse Practitioner (FNP). I have been a registered nurse for more than ten years. And during those years, I have worked both in hospital, nursing homes and in people’s homes. I have been at the bedside providing holistic care to individuals and their families. Having worked in different capacity for that long, I believe that it’s about time that I advance my nursing career.

In the current time period of DNA genome sequencing, and other perimeter of research efforts that focuses heavily on the mastery of the human anatomy at an infinitesimal level, it is my utmost belief that the future of health care lies within the beck and call of the health care providers that have clasped the dividends of exploration and transformation. It was based on this hypothesis, that I started searching for a graduate nursing school that will train me to be able to conduct an in-depth research to ascertain the overall patient outcomes when health care providers adjust and employ new research initiatives in the treatment of the patient. I reached a verdict that Walden MSN program will prepare me for this mission because her outcomes and perspectives relates to my professional and academic goal of becoming a scholar-practitioner. Walden university’s diversity, multiculturalism within their profession, communities and society as well as their global outreach and accessibility to busy adults, especially working professionals who are determined to advance their learning, positions her as my number one choice. An MSN degree from Walden University, School of Nursing will avail me a spot in the nursing of the future.

Healthcare systems around the globe are becoming increasingly overwhelmed especially in the wake of this covid-19 era. As such, it has become imperative that healthcare professionals are highly needed in order to meet the demand for quality healthcare delivery systems in the 21^st century. The covid-19 pandemic tested the quality of several healthcare emergency preparedness and disease surveillance systems around the world. In addition to the lack of a potent vaccine, this situation succeeded in putting a strain on the existing lean healthcare workforce, particularly in the U.S., thereby creating a global crisis for quality of life, quality of healthcare delivery systems and well-being of communities and the human population overall. Hence the need to develop robust health policies that ensure sufficient healthcare funding, quality of health data collection, analysis, decision-making and by extension, the sustained wellbeing of humanity in the 21^st century and beyond. It is my prerogative to be part of the team that will provide solution to this problem. This is in line with Walden’s school of nursing’s vision to be recognized as a preeminent 21st-century school of nursing in which the contributions of nursing, health, and related sciences will transform the provision of nursing services along the continuum of care and across the human life span to meet the needs of individuals and local and global communities

On another note, I can confidently state that Walden University academic culture will tremendously advance my critical thinking, communication, leadership skills and professional values which remains an integral part of nursing practice. Nevertheless, considering that nursing care to the sick, needy and the vulnerable has always been my desire, it is my firm belief that Walden’s vision, mission, goals, and social change initiatives which relates hugely to my professional and academic goals will enable me to avail an evidence-based care and outcomes to both New Jersey and New York communities. It is my passion to become an active player in the future of nursing, a future that is hinged on evidence-based practice

Networking is a vital part of learning. It will help me achieve both professional and academic goals by enabling me to improve and develop nursing skill set, stay on top as far as the latest trends in the healthcare industry goes, keep a pulse on the healthcare job market, come to close quarters with prospective mentors, partners, clients, etc., grant me both the platform to synergize with colleagues and an access to important resources that will advance my nursing career.

All in all, I believe that by acquiring an MSN degree from Walden University, I will someday begin to live the life of excellence that I have always imagined, as a scholar-practitioner.

Note: Unless otherwise noted, initial postings to Discussions are due on or before Day 3, and response postings are due on or before Day 6. You are required to participate in the Discussion on at least three different days (a different day for main post and each response). It is important to adhere to the weekly time frame to allow others ample time to respond to your posting. In addition, you are expected to respond to questions directed toward your own initial posting in a timely manner.

To Prepare:

Review the Walden and College of Nursing mission and vision statements, Walden’s goals and University Outcomes, and the MSN Program Learning Outcomes presented in this Module’s Learning Resources.
Reflect on your professional and academic goals as they relate to your program/specialization.
Consider how the information in these resources fit with your own goals and to your becoming a scholar-practitioner.
Also consider academic and professional individuals and teams with whom you may collaborate in support of your efforts as a student at the university and as a professional within your organization and career.
Consider the importance of networking and how it may help you achieve your professional and academic goals.

By Day 3 of Week 1

Post a brief introduction of yourself to your colleagues. Include an explanation as to how Walden’s vision, mission, goals, and social change initiatives relate to your professional and academic goals and to your becoming a scholar-practitioner. Also include an explanation for how the Walden MSN Program Outcomes and perspectives relate to your professional and academic goals and to your becoming a scholar-practitioner. Finally, explain why networking is important and how it may help you achieve your professional and academic goals.

Great post!  Networking has endless benefits and you touched on some excellent examples in your post! As you stated, networking is important in creating positive patient outcomes. As nurses we dedicate ourselves to lifelong learning, to ensure we provide the best quality of care and the best patient outcomes. We do this by staying informed and being a part of ongoing developments, in evidence-based practice.  By networking with healthcare professionals in various specialties, we are presented with information, that makes us examine patient care on a broader scale, than we would normally view it. It also presents insight into how healthcare is changing, overall. Together, this introduces fresh ideas and better patient outcomes.

The benefits of networking on academic success, was another key point you touched on. Networking allows you to establish relationships with like-minded people, that can offer not only advice but support as well. As working adults, on a quest to obtain a higher degree and become scholarly-practitioners, we may face obstacles along our journey. These obstacles may cause various levels of stress. Ensuring you have a good support system, can help you to be more productive and decrease the level of stress you are experiencing (Schmidt, n.d.). Networking provides the opportunity to connect with professionals in the specialty you have interest in and gain insight from the knowledge and skills they have. The professionals you network with can also be valuable assets when you begin to look for a job in your new career. Based on statistics, more than half of employed individuals, secured their job by networking with other professionals (Wofford, 2018). 

Your post was very thoughtful! Great job, Brandi!

References:

Schmidt, K. (n.d.). 5 reasons nurses should engage in professional networking. Retrieved from https://blog.bluepipes.com/5-reasons-nurses-should-take-professional-networking-seriously/

Wofford, P. (2018). 10 Networking tips for nurses who hate networking. Retrieved from https://nurse.org/articles/tips-for-nurse-networking/

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By Day 6 of Week 1

Respond to at least two of your colleagues’ posts by suggesting additional individuals and/or teams with whom you wish to collaborate or by offering additional networking strategies.

Module 1 (Week 1): Networking for Academic and Professional Success

Laureate Education (Producer). (2018). The Foundation of Success [Video file]. Baltimore, MD: Author.

Laureate Education (Producer). (2018). The Walden Journey to a Masters in Nursing: The Journey Begins [Video file]. Baltimore, MD: Author.

Laureate Education (Producer). (2018). The Walden Journey to a Masters in Nursing: Networking and Collaboration [Video file]. Baltimore, MD: Author.

Learning Objectives

Students will:

Analyze relationships among Walden’s vision, mission, goals, and social change initiatives to professional and academic goals
Analyze the relationship between MSN program outcomes and perspectives to professional and academic goals
Analyze the importance of networking
Identify concepts for Walden student readiness
Identify academic and professional collaborators for academic and professional success
Identify individuals or teams to collaborate with for success in the MSN program and as a practicing nurse

Due By	Assignment
Week 1, Days 1–2	Read the Learning Resources. Compose your initial Discussion post. Begin to compose Part 1 of your Assignment.
Week 1, Day 3	Deadline to post your initial Discussion post. Begin to check your knowledge with the Quiz. Continue to work on of Part 1 of your Assignment.
Week 1, Days 4–5	Compose your peer Discussion responses. (Make sure to participate in the Discussion on three different days.) Continue to check your knowledge with the Quiz. Continue to work on Part 1 of your Assignment
Week 1, Day 6	Last day to post Discussion responses. Continue to check your knowledge with the Quiz. Continue to compose your final draft of Part 1 of your Assignment.
Week 1, Day 7	Final day to complete Quiz. Deadline to submit your final draft of Part 1 of your Assignment.

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Learning Resources

Required Readings

Nurse.org. (n.d.). List of nursing organizations. Retrieved November 14, 2018, from https://nurse.org/orgs.shtml

Schmidt, K. (n.d.). 5 reasons nurses should engage in professional networking [Blog post]. Retrieved November 14, 2018, from https://blog.bluepipes.com/5-reasons-nurses-should-take-professional-networking-seriously/

Walden University. (n.d.). Connect to Walden. Retrieved November 14, 2018, from https://www.waldenu.edu/connect

Walden University. (n.d.). College of Nursing. Retrieved October 5, 2020, from https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/fieldexperience/son#s-lg-box-3837398
Review the College of Nursing’s vision and mission.

Walden University. (n.d.). Walden University catalog. Retrieved October 4, 2019, from https://catalog.waldenu.edu
Select College of Nursing, then Master of Science in Nursing (MSN). Review the MSN Learning Outcomes on this page.

Walden University. (n.d.). Walden University catalog. Retrieved October 4, 2019, from https://catalog.waldenu.edu
Select Introduction, then the link “Vision, Mission, and Goals” under the Introduction header. Review Walden’s vision, mission, and goals.

Walden University. (n.d.). Writing center. Retrieved November 14, 2018, from https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter

Wofford, P. (2018). 10 networking tips for nurses who hate networking. Retrieved from https://nurse.org/articles/tips-for-nurse-networking/

Document: Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Template (Word document)

Document: Discussion Posting Exemplars (PDF)

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Criteria

Ratings

Pts

Main Posting

50 to >44.0 pts

Excellent

Answers all parts of the discussion question(s) expectations with reflective critical analysis and synthesis of knowledge gained from the course readings for the module and current credible sources. … Supported by at least three current, credible sources. … Written clearly and concisely with no grammatical or spelling errors and fully adheres to current APA manual writing rules and style.

44 to >39.0 pts

Good

Responds to the discussion question(s) and is reflective with critical analysis and synthesis of knowledge gained from the course readings for the module. … At least 75% of post has exceptional depth and breadth. … Supported by at least three credible sources. … Written clearly and concisely with one or no grammatical or spelling errors and fully adheres to current APA manual writing rules and style.

39 to >34.0 pts

Fair

Responds to some of the discussion question(s). … One or two criteria are not addressed or are superficially addressed. … Is somewhat lacking reflection and critical analysis and synthesis. … Somewhat represents knowledge gained from the course readings for the module. … Post is cited with two credible sources. … Written somewhat concisely; may contain more than two spelling or grammatical errors. … Contains some APA formatting errors.

34 to >0 pts

Poor

Does not respond to the discussion question(s) adequately. … Lacks depth or superficially addresses criteria. … Lacks reflection and critical analysis and synthesis. … Does not represent knowledge gained from the course readings for the module. … Contains only one or no credible sources. … Not written clearly or concisely. … Contains more than two spelling or grammatical errors. … Does not adhere to current APA manual writing rules and style.

50 pts

Main Post: Timeliness

10 to >0.0 pts

Excellent

Posts main post by day 3.

0 pts

Poor

Does not post by day 3.

10 pts

First Response

18 to >16.0 pts

Excellent

Response exhibits synthesis, critical thinking, and application to practice settings. … Responds fully to questions posed by faculty. … Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by at least two scholarly sources. …Demonstrates synthesis and understanding of learning objectives. … Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues. … Responses to faculty questions are fully answered, if posed. … Response is effectively written in standard, edited English.

16 to >14.0 pts

Good

Response exhibits critical thinking and application to practice settings. … Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues. … Responses to faculty questions are answered, if posed. … Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by two or more credible sources. … Response is effectively written in standard, edited English.

14 to >12.0 pts

Fair

Response is on topic and may have some depth. … Responses posted in the discussion may lack effective professional communication. … Responses to faculty questions are somewhat answered, if posed. … Response may lack clear, concise opinions and ideas, and a few or no credible sources are cited.

12 to >0 pts

Poor

Response may not be on topic and lacks depth. … Responses posted in the discussion lack effective professional communication. … Responses to faculty questions are missing. … No credible sources are cited.

18 pts

Second Response

17 to >15.0 pts

Excellent

Response exhibits synthesis, critical thinking, and application to practice settings. … Responds fully to questions posed by faculty. … Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by at least two scholarly sources. … Demonstrates synthesis and understanding of learning objectives. … Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues. … Responses to faculty questions are fully answered, if posed. … Response is effectively written in standard, edited English.

15 to >13.0 pts

Good

13 to >11.0 pts

Fair

Response is on topic and may have some depth. … Responses posted in the discussion may lack effective professional communication. …Responses to faculty questions are somewhat answered, if posed. … Response may lack clear, concise opinions and ideas, and a few or no credible sources are cited.

11 to >0 pts

Poor

17 pts

Participation

5 to >0.0 pts

Excellent

Meets requirements for participation by posting on three different days.

0 pts

Poor

Does not meet requirements for participation by posting on 3 different days.

5 pts

Total Points: 100