Ruth Mongoven x’26

Ruth Mongoven, from Cedarburg, Wisconsin, chose UW–Madison for its interactive learning and strong academic reputation. She plans to work in an ICU before pursuing a career as a nurse anesthetist. Ruth’s favorite class has been pharmacology, where she enjoyed learning about medications and appreciated her professor’s approach. She encourages aspiring nursing students to gain hands-on experience through volunteering or shadowing at a clinic, senior living center, or hospital.

Fun fact: Ruth is passionate about wellness and enjoys deepening her knowledge through her job at a spa in Fitchburg.