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.
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.
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.
Traditions
Class Photos
Explore 100 years of School of Nursing class photos.
Reunions
View information about upcoming and past class reunions.
Graduation
See photos, videos, award and speaker information from graduation ceremonies.
Alumni News and Events
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.
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.
From the Archives
Where Are They Now? Catching Up with David Ensch ‘73 and Julia Ensch '10.
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Events
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Jan28
Coopcakes in Cooper Hall @ 10:30 am - 2:00 pm Signe Skott Cooper Hall 701 Highland Ave Madison WI
NAO Board Members
We’re grateful to all the alumni who generously lend their experience as members of our NAO board of directors.
Strength in Numbers
60%
Alumni stay in Wisconsin
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
Phone: 608-262-1179
Address:
5173 Signe Skott Cooper Hall