Kelly Krainak shares why she chose the PhD program at UW–Madison, her interest in planetary health, and her research on how geographic and social issues lead to multiple health disparities.
Year: 2025
Q&A With Sophie Butkiewicz, BSN’25
Sophie Butkiewicz talks about her experience in the accelerated BSN program, her passion for planetary health, and why she’s proud to be a Badger nurse.
The Local to Global Ripple Effects of Planetary Health
Ashley Smith, MSN, RN, PHN, is using the DNP in population health to create positive change for her community and the planet.
Answering Planetary Health FAQs
What is planetary health? How does it impact nursing, health care, and communities? We answer some frequently asked questions.
Meet Jin Jin: Admissions & Recruitment Coordinator
Jin Jin talks about her role, the amazing students she works with, and why AI can never replace human nurses.
School of Nursing Alumna Presents World Health Organization Nursing Report
On International Nurses Day, the World Health Organization (WHO) hosted the global launch of the State of the World’s Nursing 2025 report. The event featured WHO lead author and School of Nursing alumna Dr. Carey McCarthy ’99 presenting the main findings and global policy priorities.
Edith Lawrence-Hilliard Honored With 2025 Canary Savage Girardeau Award
Ms. Lawrence-Hilliard is a lifelong advocate for equity who has dedicated her work to uplifting marginalized voices in health, education, and civic life.
Meet Kelli Richards: Career Development & Learning Support Manager
Kelli share how the students she works with motivate her to keep growing and what makes her team unique.
Tonya Roberts Named Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs
Dr. Roberts was officially announced as the new associate dean for faculty affairs in December 2024 after serving in the role in an interim capacity since February 2024.
AACN Names UW–Madison Alumna Mary Beth Flynn Makic Distinguished Research Lecturer
The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses has named UW–Madison School of Nursing alumna Mary Beth Flynn Makic as its 2025 Distinguished Research Lecturer.