Commitment to Inclusive Excellence
The School of Nursing actively fosters an environment of inclusive excellence that welcomes diversity among its students, faculty, and staff. Awareness of diversity and promotion of inclusivity is central to our curricula, social and educational events, and resources and services.
We embrace a definition of diversity that acknowledges the intersection of multiple factors, perspectives, and identities, which include but are not limited to: race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, nationality, religion, age, and physical characteristics.
Our tradition of integrated research and practice focuses on the needs of those whose health status or social condition leaves them vulnerable or places them at risk. Our collaborative innovations increase the diversity of participation in healthcare research, promote sharing of diverse interprofessional perspectives, provide tools to support those working with vulnerable populations, and enhance community engagement.
Get Involved
Health Sciences Lunch and Learns
These events are co-sponsored by the UW–Madison Schools of Nursing, Pharmacy, Veterinary Medicine, and Medicine and Public Health, and are open to all health science faculty, staff, and students.
10th Annual Native Nations Nursing, Helpers, and Healers Summit
The Native Nations Nursing Summit focuses on educating nurses about the public health needs of Wisconsin Native communities while highlighting the use of an integrated team model in health care.
The Canary Savage Girardeau Award for Health Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Named in honor of the first African American graduate of the UW–Madison School of Nursing, this award is presented to a graduate, current student, faculty, or staff member for notable work or responsive advocacy that reflects the School’s commitment to health equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Multicultural Student Nurse Organization
The Multicultural Student Nurse Organization is a student-founded and directed organization dedicated to improving students of color’s experiences, expertise, and preparedness for succeeding in nursing curriculum and professions and for caring for patients of all backgrounds across care settings.
Badger Nurse Mentorship Program
The School of Nursing created the Badger Nurse Mentorship Program to build more connections between our alumni and current students. One of the most effective ways to build a sense of belonging for students is to pair them with alumni who have similar experiences.
You Belong Here: Health Sciences Reception
Hosted by the Schools of Nursing, Pharmacy, Veterinary Medicine, and Medicine and Public Health, this gathering is dedicated to creating a space where faculty, staff, students, and alumni can come together to build meaningful connections and support one another.
Inclusion Across Campus
Events
- April
- April 21
- April 22
- April 22
- April 23
- April 23Global Café hosted by International Student Services (ISS)4:30 PM, International Community Center (Suite 130), Pyle Center
Understanding diversity is an ongoing process that involves lifelong learning, and we believe that this continued learning is crucial to improving health, ensuring equity, and providing a positive, supportive climate in which all individuals are welcome.
DEI in Research and Practice
Meet Diamond D. Williams, DrPH, MPH: Associate Dean for Health Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Diamond D. Williams discusses the importance of health equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives within nursing and the ways she'd like to see this landscape change across the UW.
A New Type of Translation
For UW–Madison School of Nursing alum and professor Dr. Maichou Lor, creating tools to address culturally-appropriate care and improve clinical practice means patients’ symptoms are no longer lost in translation.
Dr. Jeneile Luebke Receives Outstanding Women of Color Award
Each year, UW-Madison recognizes honorees whose advocacy, activism, and/or scholarship have positively transformed their organizations and/or communities and whose efforts advance inclusive excellence for people of color.
School of Nursing Visionary Dr. Linda D. Oakley Recognized with 2024 UW–Madison School of Nursing Canary Savage Girardeau Award for Health Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
This honor highlights Dr. Oakley’s transformative contributions to nursing, education, and community-based research that addresses health disparities in marginalized communities.
Reclaiming Traditional Knowledge Through the Native Nations Nursing, Helpers, and Healers Summit
Our 2024 summit brought together Indigenous communities, health care providers, tribal leaders, students, and advocates in a powerful gathering focused on culturally congruent care.
- More Stories about Diversity & Inclusion
Contact Us
Diamond D. Williams, DrPH, MPH
Position title: Associate Dean for Health Equity and Community Engagement
Email:
ddwilliams2
Phone: 608-263-5262
Address:
5257 Signe Skott Cooper Hall