PhD nursing alum aspires to improve nursing students’ transition to practice
Kylateia helps a nursing student with a manikin in the simulation center.
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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 …
Pursuing nursing as a second degree with the Direct Entry MN program
Have you ever thought about returning to college for a second degree after earning a bachelor’s in a different field? Going back to college to pursue a second degree in nursing can be a transformative and rewarding decision for many. …
2023-2024 DAISY Award Winners
The DAISY Foundation, as part of its service to the nursing profession’s role in patient care, established The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nursing Faculty (includes clinical teaching staff as well). The purpose of this program is to provide to colleges/schools …
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 …
4 Reasons to Earn a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Degree
Earning a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree is a significant accomplishment that requires hard work and dedication. However, the benefits of obtaining this advanced degree are numerous. Here are four reasons why you should consider earning your DNP: 1. …
Seeking 2023-2024 DAISY Award nominations
What Is the DAISY Faculty Award? The DAISY Foundation, as part of its service to the nursing profession’s role in patient care, established The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nursing Faculty (includes clinical teaching staff as well). The purpose of this …
Interview with DNP student: Jennifer Lange
Jennifer Lange (MSN, RN, APNP, FNP-BC, CNEcl, PM-DNP student) has worked in nursing for over 15 years and has spent the last 7.5 years as a Family Nurse Practitioner. Her clinical experience is in medical-surgical nursing, primary care, urgent care, …
Faculty Research Featured as Distinguished Abstract at 2024 MNRS
Congratulations to Michele Polfuss and Natalie McAndrew, their abstract was chosen as a distinguished abstract to be feature at this year’s Midwest Nursing Research Society (MNRS) conference! Dr. Polfuss and Dr. McAndrew collaborate with Medical College of Wisconsin colleagues, Dr. …
Master’s in Nursing student Katie talks about her journey to becoming a nurse educator
Master of Nursing student Katie McCoy (BSN, RN) discusses her decision to shift careers into becoming a nurse educator through UWM’s School of Nursing. The new James and Yvonne Clinical Simulation Center has impacted not only her learning but has …