Allie Young x’26

Allie Young chose to attend the School of Nursing due to its national prestige, its access to the health sciences campus, and her love for Signe Skott Cooper Hall. She says, “It is obvious that the professors care about their students and their well-being and want us to succeed.”

Before starting nursing school, Young worked as a nursing assistant at UW Health University Hospital. The experience solidified her passion for health care and helping others. It also allowed her to gain valuable patient care skills while connecting with driven individuals who share her commitment to patient care.

Though she is unsure of her exact path after graduation, she is interested in working in the emergency room or intensive care unit before transitioning into labor and delivery. Young is also considering further education to become a nurse practitioner specializing in women’s health.

Her advice for aspiring nurses is to give themselves grace when material gets tough or when mistakes happen. “We are all human, and mistakes are inevitable,” she notes. “Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and say yes to everything!”

Her favorite UW tradition is Jump Around during football games!