BS in Nursing Student Found His Purpose at UWM

Meet Daniel, a BS in Nursing student who graduated in Spring 2025. When Daniel Blankson arrived in the United States, he wasn’t confident in his American English and couldn’t afford college — but he never gave up. Through hard work, …

UWM Nursing Students Shine with NCLEX Success in 2024

The UWM School of Nursing is proud to announce another year of outstanding success on the NCLEX-RN licensure exam. In 2024, 270 students from our undergraduate nursing programs, including those at UWM’s Milwaukee campus, UW-Parkside, Waukesha, and the Direct Entry …

BS in Nursing student found resources to overcome barriers at UWM

Meet Aoua, a UWM BS in Nursing student. Juggling the demands of motherhood and nursing school, Aoua leaned into UWM’s resources and support services to overcome language barriers, cultural differences and academic challenges, all while inspiring her daughter. “It’s very …

First-generation nursing student Adriana’s experience at UWM

Meet UW-Milwaukee BS in Nursing student Adriana. As a first-generation nursing student, Adriana had a positive, supportive and impactful experience in the School of Nursing. She appreciates how the nursing program set her up for the real world, and now …

Julio reflects on his time at UWM as a BS in Nursing student

Meet UW-Milwaukee BS in Nursing student Julio. He reflects on his decision to pursue the field of nursing, why he decided to attend UWM’s School of Nursing, and the impact the brand new James and Yvonne Clinical Simulation Center has …