Centennial Weekend

Throughout our 100-year history, we have improved health, changed lives, and created a network of passionate Badger nurses and friends. Join us in celebrating our legacy, impact, community, and the promise of our future during our Centennial Weekend.

Registration for the in-person event is closed

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Friday, November 8: Signature Centennial Celebration

4:30-8:00 p.m. at Union South, including the
25th Littlefield Leadership Lecture (6:30-8:00 p.m.)

Our signature centennial weekend event will begin Friday with a social reception followed by a plated dinner. Then, the program will feature a School of Nursing-focused 25th Littlefield Leadership Lecture. The evening will conclude with an inspiring closing ceremony, including a moment of giving and a centennial toast.

4:30 p.m. Check-in begins

4:30-5:45 p.m. Social time with heavy appetizers, beer, wine, and soda

5:45-6:30 p.m. Seating and dining (plated dinner)

6:30-7:30 p.m. 25th Littlefield Leadership Lecture

7:30-7:40 p.m. Brief program break

7:40-8:00 p.m. Dessert, inspired moment of giving, closing remarks, and centennial toast

View Remote Livestream, 6:30-8:00 p.m. CST (free)

We wish all who are interested could attend the in person, but we know that is not possible. However, you can view the livestream for the 25th Littlefield Leadership Lecture and the inspiring closing program and toast.

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Saturday, November 9: All-School Reunion

10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at Signe Skott Cooper Hall

Reconnect with friends and classmates and extend your network of Badger nurses at this festive all-School/all-years reunion.

10:30-11:30 a.m. Tours of Cooper Hall (optional)

View named auditorium seats (optional)

11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Social hour and tailgate-themed lunch

1:00-2:00 p.m. Light programming to celebrate and build on connections shared by Badger nurses across ages and eras

2:00-2:30 p.m. Sweet and spirited finish

Support the Transform the Future Fund

Throughout 2024, we have proudly celebrated 100 years of innovation and excellence in nursing education. As we transition into our next century of impact, the UW–Madison School of Nursing asks for your support to reduce financial barriers to a life-changing education.

Your gift to the School’s Transform the Future fund provides need-based financial support to the next generation of Badger nurse leaders.

Please consider a contribution to help us meet or exceed our goal of $100,000 by the end of our centennial year—December 31, 2024. You now have the chance to double your impact through a 1:1 match (up to 100,000) offered by an anonymous donor!

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