Alumni
Badger Nurses for Life
The University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Nursing aims to foster a dynamic, supportive network that connects alumni to the School, current students, and one another. By maintaining strong ties with alumni, the School of Nursing creates opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and collaboration. This engagement helps strengthen the nursing community, promotes lifelong learning, and ensures that alumni continue to feel valued as members of the Badger nurse family.
.The School of Nursing and the Nurses Alumni Organization (UW NAO) have remained close partners since 1927 when the first graduates decided to continue supporting the school’s mission. Since then, alumni have served as ambassadors, volunteers, and advocates. Alumni contribute to the strong reputation and success of the School of Nursing programs through their achievements and impact in the broader health care landscape. Please consider staying informed and engaged to inspire future generations of Badger nurses. Together, Badger nurses will transform the future of health and health care—for Wisconsin and beyond.
Helpful Links
Nominate a nurse for an alumni award
Each year, the UW–Madison Nurses Alumni Organization awards salute alumni who have made significant contributions to the nursing profession, whether recently or over their career. Do you know a nurse who should be recognized? Nominate them through December 1st!
Get Involved
Networking Opportunities
Strong connections can provide valuable networking opportunities, career development resources, and mentorship for current students and recent graduates.
Honor Student and Alumni Excellence
Each year, we recognize outstanding alumni through the NAO Alumni Awards and honor graduating students with nursing pins.
Collaborate with the Nurses Alumni Organization
Founded in 1927 shortly after the first class graduated from the School of Nursing, the UW NAO is comprised of alumni who support the School of Nursing in advancing opportunities for involvement and engagement.
Traditions
Events
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News
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UW–Madison School of Nursing Recognized as Wisconsin’s Top Undergraduate Nursing Program
2027 Rankings Place School of Nursing’s BSN program in top three percent of eligible programs nationwide
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Dr. Kitty Montgomery’s Research Highlighted by Carbone Cancer Center
Dr. Kitty Montgomery’s time as a pediatric cancer nurse inspired her to lead research on ways to improve symptom management for these young patients.
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Beyond the Algorithm
In an age of rapidly evolving artificial intelligence, how are nurses ensuring they have a voice in the technology’s development?
Strength in Numbers
60%
Alumni stay in Wisconsin
11,500+
School of Nursing alumni
72/72
Wisconsin counties with Badger nurses
Degree Verification
Contact our Academic Affairs office to have a degree verification sent to the nursing board or employer of your choice. Email: academic.affairs@nursing.wisc.edu
Contact Us
Give Back
The School of Nursing continues to grow and innovate thanks to support from alumni like you. Your gift to us supports tangible, meaningful programs that benefit students and build relationships with alumni.