ForwardNursing Magazine

Legacy, Transformed

How Linda D. Scott transformed nursing at UW–Madison, and beyond.

Dean Emerit Scott stands against a geometric purple backdrop on stage at the American Academy of Nursing, smiling as she gestures with one hand.

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The Power of the Pause

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

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Nurse Advocacy for Better Policies and Better Health

Laura Vergenz, BSN, RN, a graduate student in the systems leadership and innovation track of the UW–Madison School of Nursing’s Doctor of Nursing Practice program, is a strong advocate for older adults.

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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.

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