The Dean’s Corner letter in this issue was written by Dean Scott prior to knowing she was facing health challenges, but with the understanding that she was soon to be entering into her final semester as dean. Though her circumstances changed soon after finalizing the letter, her message to the School of Nursing community is still one that resonates. We hope you are inspired and encouraged by her words.
Year: 2025
Carmela De Leon’s Ireland Immersion Experience
Carmela De Leon, x’26, calls studying abroad in Ireland one of her best decisions as a nursing student, gaining a global health perspective at University College Dublin, meeting peers worldwide, and growing personally and professionally with the help of scholarships.
Meet Rikki Klassy: Clinical Placement Coordinator
From solving escape rooms to helping students achieve their professional dreams, Rikky Klassy brings a sense of care, collaboration, and fun to her role at the School of Nursing.
Rising Star
A first-generation college graduate, Dayne Krachey chose the BSN@Home program at UW–Madison for the flexibility, networking, and leadership development it offered. Today, he’s a Rising Star at Grant Regional Health Center, leading across inpatient, emergency, and charge nurse roles.
Zahner named interim School of Nursing dean
Dr. Susan Zahner has more than 40 years of professional experience in public health, nursing, and academic leadership, including 24 years at the School of Nursing.
Culture as Medicine
Renowned author Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer was the keynote speaker for the 10th annual Native Nations Nursing, Helpers, and Healers Summit—a meaningful day of connection and reflection attended by over 450 alumni, students, nurses, and Indigenous community members.
UW–Madison nursing students express concern as federal legislation changes professional degree classification
Federal legislation is changing what areas of study are considered “professional degrees,” altering eligibility for federal loans and leaving students concerned about their future.
Building Stronger Rural Communities Through Healthy Aging Programs
UW–Madison’s Center for Aging Research and Education is transforming care for rural and aging Wisconsinites.
From Battlefield to Clinic: Brenda Coupar’s Path from Combat Lifesaver to DNP
Brenda Coupar ’09, DNP’18, knows the true meaning of service. “I didn’t choose nursing. Nursing chose me,” she says.
Where Culture Meets Care
Undergraduate nursing students are benefiting from a new nursing immersion program with the Ho-Chunk House of Wellness.