Stapelton earns masters from Trinity University in Dublin

Halley Stapelton graduated from Trinity University in Dublin, Ireland, with a Master of Science in nursing and midwifery with a specialization in aging health and well-being for intellectual disabilities.

Part of the reason she chose to travel to Ireland and reside there for over a year was the rich history that the Choctaws share with the Irish. With a relationship built upon support, hope and goodwill, she was determined to reconnect with the Irish culture with such deep-seated roots in Choctaw culture.

“We could not be prouder of Halley and hope that this news is shared with the other members of the Choctaw Nation, hopefully inspiring others to not only reach for higher levels of education, but to also explore and celebrate our history,” said Halley’s sister Sara Stapleton Barrera.