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.

Featured Stories

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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.

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

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Driving Toward Heart-Healthy Change
Dr. Wan-Chin Kuo investigates social determinants of health to improve truck drivers’ well-being.
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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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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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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…
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Where Culture Meets Care
Undergraduate nursing students are benefiting from a new nursing immersion program with the Ho-Chunk House of Wellness.
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From the Archives
Where Are They Now? Catching Up with David Ensch ‘73 and Julia Ensch ’10.
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