Nicole Schmitt x’26

Nicole Schmitt is earning a dual degree in nursing and human development & family studies, along with a certificate in global health. Hailing from Denver, Colorado, she values the rigorous and supportive environment at UW–Madison and the access to a wide variety of resources.

Nicole plans to begin her career in intensive care or psychiatric nursing and eventually become a nurse practitioner. Her favorite memory is spending time with friends in Curran Commons in Cooper Hall, where she found a sense of community. Nicole’s advice to future nursing students is to believe in themselves, take each day one step at a time, and create a supportive friend group that celebrates their achievements.

Fun fact: Nicole has seen 40 artists live in concert.