Alumni

Badger Nurses for Life

Badger Nurses Transform the FutureThe 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 healthcare 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.  

Get Involved

Networking Opportunities

Strong connections can provide valuable networking opportunities, career development resources, and mentorship for current students and recent graduates.

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Honor Student and Alumni Excellence

Each year, we recognize outstanding alumni through the NAO Alumni Awards and honor graduating students with nursing pins.

Adam Schneider-Price receives the UW NAO Alumni Award from Dean Linda Scott.

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.

Student Ambassadors pose for a group picture at the All School Reunion in 2024.

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.

Ways to Give

Alumni News and Events

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NAO Board Members

We’re grateful to all the alumni who generously lend their experience as members of our NAO board of directors.

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Strength in Numbers

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60%
Alumni stay in Wisconsin

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11,000+
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

Jordan Langer

Position title: Advancement Manager

Email: jlanger3@wisc.edu

Phone: 608-262-1179

Address:
5173 Signe Skott Cooper Hall