Fort Scott, KS – Fort Scott Community College has welcomed a familiar face back to campus as Tayler Thornberg joins the college as a new Nursing Instructor at the Miami County Campus.
Thornberg’s journey with FSCC began as a student at the FSCC Miami County Campus, where she completed her prerequisites before graduating from the college’s nursing program. She credits her time at FSCC as a defining chapter in both her academic and professional life.
“My time as a student at Fort Scott Community College was incredibly meaningful and rewarding,” Thornberg said. “I completed my prerequisites at FSCC Miami County Campus and went on to graduate from the nursing program, an experience that truly shaped my professional path.”
While a student, Thornberg was an active member of Phi Theta Kappa and participated in campus activities, including assisting with Kids’ College at the Miami County Campus. She said those experiences helped her grow academically and personally while building strong connections within the college community.
“The instructors were instrumental in developing my confidence and preparing me to enter the workforce feeling capable and well-equipped,” Thornberg said.
After graduating, Thornberg applied her nursing education across multiple fields, including pharmaceutical research, patient education, and mental health. Her diverse professional background now informs her approach in the classroom as she prepares students for careers in healthcare.
“Now, I am proud to return and share my knowledge and experiences to help prepare the next generation of students for success in the workforce,” she said.
As a new member of the nursing faculty at FSCC’s Miami County Campus, Thornberg brings both firsthand experience as an FSCC alumna and a broad range of professional expertise to support students pursuing careers in nursing and allied health fields.
For more information about the nursing program at Fort Scott Community College, visit the college’s website or contact the Miami County Campus.
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