Megan Zuelsdorff, PhD, was recently featured in an article from Wisconsin Public Radio about attempts to promote healthy aging in Wisconsin.
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Meet the nurses who respond to Madison’s darkest moments
Athena Christophersen ’21 is part of a small but dedicated team of three full-time forensic nurses and five part-time nurses at UnityPoint Health-Meriter Hospital.
Q&A With Taylor Brook x’26
Taylor Brook shares how her mother’s example, UW–Madison’s world‑class clinical training, and the support of a scholarship are shaping her mission to empower patients and strengthen community health.
Empowering Cancer Survivors Through Collaborative Research and Mentorship
Rachel Hawn x’26 was inspired to pursue a PhD in nursing from her personal and clinical experience with cancer and cancer survivorship. Now she’s bringing that experience into her research to improve the quality of life among survivors of adolescent and young adult cancers.
Carmela De Leon: A World‑Traveled Nurse in the Making
Carmela De Leon x’26 is a globally minded nursing student whose journey at UW–Madison is fueled by scholarship support and a drive to improve mental health outcomes for young patients worldwide.
Meet Judy Christensen: Recruitment and Awards Specialist
From school counselor to scholarship champion, Judy Christensen is passionate about helping nursing students break financial barriers and achieve their dreams. Discover her insider tips and why she loves supporting future nurses.
Meet Benjamin Curtin : Facilities Technician II
From Latin dance nights to hidden rooftop gems with lake views, Benjamin Curtin shares his favorite hobbies, insider tips, and why he loves working at the School of Nursing.
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.