Taylor Brook shares how her mother’s example, UW–Madison’s world‑class clinical training, and the support of a scholarship are shaping her mission to empower patients and strengthen community health.
Scholarships
Carmela De Leon: A World‑Traveled Nurse in the Making
Carmela De Leon x’26 is a globally minded nursing student whose journey at UW–Madison is fueled by scholarship support and a drive to improve mental health outcomes for young patients worldwide.
Why Scholarships Matter: Allie Young’s Story
Receiving a scholarship made it possible for Allie Young x’26 to complete a Traditional BSN at her dream school.
Meet Judy Christensen: Recruitment and Awards Specialist
From school counselor to scholarship champion, Judy Christensen is passionate about helping nursing students break financial barriers and achieve their dreams. Discover her insider tips and why she loves supporting future nurses.
Embodying the Wisconsin Idea
Joseph Green x’25 talks about his journey from growing up on a farm in Monroe to developing a passion for bedside nursing and serving rural communities.
Transforming The Future of Health Care Through Trust and Connection
Diamond Wimbley x’25 always knew she wanted to work in health care. She shares how receiving scholarships through the School of Nursing helped make her dream a reality.
A Calling Answered: Eduardo Piña’s Journey into Nursing
Eduardo “Chuy” Piña has changed lives and inspired many on the road to a BSN—all while overcoming steep challenges.
Breaking Barriers to Education through Scholarships
Raymond C. Lauver knew first-hand that finances create significant barriers to accessing quality education. To help break these barriers, he established the Diane Lauver Scholarship Fund to assist promising Badgers who cannot afford a college education without financial assistance. Meet Raymond and this year’s Lauver Scholarship recipients.
Honoring a Nurse | Florence Grossberg
The Florence Grossberg Nursing Scholarship was created in Florence’s memory to provide support to students at the School of Nursing who come from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds and diverse environments. The fund will provide tuition assistance and mentorship opportunities for students enrolled in the BSN@Home program, the School’s first such scholarship.
UW–Madison School of Nursing Selected to Receive Major Grant to Support Accelerated Degree Program
A grant from the esteemed Helene Fuld Health Trust will make a significant impact on scholarship opportunities for students pursuing a degree within the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program at the University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Nursing.