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History

Guests sing and put their arms in the air as the UW Marching Band plays.

Centennial Year in Review

In 2024, we proudly celebrated the legacy of excellence that resulted from 100 years of dedication to innovation, advocacy, and excellence in nursing education.

A charcoal and watercolor artwork featuring portraits of the eight deans of the School of Nursing.

History of Our Leadership

Highlighting our first hundred years of leadership at the UW–Madison School of Nursing.

The first class at the School of Nursing stands on the steps of the old dormitory

Historic Timeline

Explore a photo gallery highlighting major milestones in our history.

Centennial Mural

Collaborative art efforts can harmonize, heal, and help bring people together through offering a chance for people to freely share their perspectives and work together.

Tia Richardson, Muralist

Explore the Mural

Making History One Story at a Time

A white layer cake on a red background with the words "We Celebrate."

ForwardNursing brings you the latest in research, education, and practice from the School of Nursing, highlights the people leading the way, and celebrates the impact of alumni across the state and around the world.

Legacy, Transformed

How Linda D. Scott transformed nursing at UW–Madison and beyond.
From the Archives

Where Are They Now? Catching Up with David Ensch ‘73 and Julia Ensch ’10.
We Celebrate Mrs. Chase, Millie, and the Evolution of Immersion

We explore how simulation has evolved over the years, from wooden medical manikins to our current state-of-the-art Center for Technology-Enhanced Nursing.
We Celebrate Wellness

The School of Nursing strives to advance the wellness of every individual and connect the School community with wellness resources across campus and within the greater Madison community.

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