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ForwardNursing Magazine

The missing puzzle piece

The Fall 2025 issue of ForwardNursing highlights how Badger nurses are often the missing piece of the puzzle in communities where underserved populations need health care the most. 

The fall 2025 cover of ForwardNursing shows the state of Wisconsin as a vibrant green patchwork, with three health care professionals unfurling the School of Nursing's logo in the center.

Featured Stories

Headshot of Linda D. Scott against a gray background.

Dean’s Letter | Fall 2025

This letter was written by Dean Scott prior to knowing she was facing health challenges, but with the understanding that she was soon to be entering into her final semester as dean. Though her circumstances changed soon after finalizing the letter, her message is still one that resonates.

A group participates in an outside exercise class in a park shelter, organized by the HeART Iowa County coalition.

Bridging the Gap

How UW–Madison’s Center for Aging Research and Education transforms care for rural and aging Wisconsinites.

An illustration of a semi truck driving along an open road with clouds in the background. Illustration by Jackapan Pairin.

Driving Toward Heart-Healthy Change

Dr. Wan-Chin Kuo investigates social determinants of health to improve truck drivers’ well-being.

More Stories

  • The Power of the Pause

    The Power of the Pause

    Tori DePrey ’18 shares how resilience, grace, and self-awareness have shaped her evolving nursing journey.

  • 2026 UW NAO Alumni Award Winners

    2026 UW NAO Alumni Award Winners

    The UW–Madison Nurses Alumni Organization proudly announces the 2026 NAO Alumni Award Winners, Karen Solheim ’73, and Amy Jochsett Perez ’21.

  • Dean’s Letter, Fall 2025

    Dean’s Letter, Fall 2025

    The Dean’s Corner letter in this issue was written by Dean Scott prior to knowing she was facing health challenges, but with the understanding that she was soon to be entering into…

  • Where Culture Meets Care

    Where Culture Meets Care

    Undergraduate nursing students are benefiting from a new nursing immersion program with the Ho-Chunk House of Wellness.

  • From the Archives

    From the Archives

    Where Are They Now? Catching Up with David Ensch ‘73 and Julia Ensch ’10.

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