School of nursing news
U-M School of Nursing Celebrates Second MiMAT Cohort Graduating to Strengthen Maternal Health Workforce
This spring marks another milestone for the University of Michigan School of Nursing as the Michigan Maternity Care Traineeship Program continues to grow.Seven MiMAT scholars graduated this year, representing the program’s largest cohort to date. As they step into the next phase of their careers, these future nurse-midwives are preparing to serve communities where maternal health care is needed most.Building on last year’s inaugural graduating class, this year’s cohort reflects the continued impact of a program designed to expand the maternity care workforce and improve access to health care… Read more
Nursing Students Gain Hands-On Population Health Experience at Local Food Bank
Understanding community health goes beyond the classroom.
For Florence Johnson, Ph.D., MHA, MSN, CDP, assistant professor at the University of Michigan School of Nursing, that belief is one of the focal points of her teaching. Recently, she brought eight U-M School of Nursing students in Population Health Clinical (PNE 406) to volunteer at the Gleaners Community Food Bank in Livingston County, giving them a firsthand look at how community resources support population health.
“This was a great opportunity for our students to get involved locally, give back to the community and gain an… Read more
U-M School of Nursing Earns Top National Rankings for Graduate Programs
The University of Michigan School of Nursing has again earned national recognition for excellence in graduate education, with its Doctor of Nursing Practice program ranked #4 in the nation and its Master of Science in Nursing program ranked #6, according to the latest list of top nursing programs from U.S. News & World Report.
Additionally, the school earned national recognition across several specialty areas in the latest release. Among them:
MSN Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner – #4
Nurse-Midwifery – #5
DNP Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner – #6
DNP Primary Care… Read more
Dean Patricia D. Hurn Named Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science
University of Michigan School of Nursing Dean Patricia D. Hurn, Ph.D., RN, FAAN, has been named a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), one of the world’s largest and most prestigious scientific societies. Election as an AAAS Fellow is a distinguished lifetime honor recognizing individuals whose efforts to advance science or its applications are scientifically or socially distinguished.
Dean Hurn is internationally recognized for her groundbreaking research on the cellular and molecular basis of gender differences in response to experimental brain injury.… Read more
Postdoctoral Fellow Receives NCI K00 Award to Support Health Care Workers Returning to Work After Cancer
The University of Michigan School of Nursing (U-M School of Nursing) is proud to celebrate postdoctoral fellow Dr. Kai-Lin You, on receiving a K00 award from the National Cancer Institute (NCI), funded for three years. The award will support her work to develop and test a digital intervention designed to help nurses and other health care workers return to work after cancer.Health care workers face unique job-related health risks that may increase their chances of developing cancer. Yet, Dr. You said there is limited research and little personalized support available to guide them as they… Read more
Statement from the University of Michigan School of Nursing Re: Federal Funding and Nursing Graduate Student Loan Changes
The recent announcement by the United States Department of Education to exclude nursing from recognized professions and impose caps on graduate student loans for nursing students is deeply concerning. This action undermines the critical and irreplaceable role nurses play throughout the health care system.Nurses are the foundation of patient care, providing clinical expertise and essential services across hospitals, clinics, community settings, and public health programs. At a time when our nation faces dire current and future nursing shortages, limiting educational access to this profession… Read more
Dr. Lisa Kane Low Honored with 2025 U-M School of Nursing Career Lifetime Achievement Award
Reflections and RecognitionThe University of Michigan School of Nursing is excited to share that Lisa Kane Low, Ph.D., CNM, FACNM, FAAN, senior associate dean for Professional Graduate Studies and Professional Relations and professor at U-M School of Nursing, has been selected as the recipient of the 2025 Career Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing her career that has left, and continues to leave a lasting impact on nursing through leadership, innovation, mentorship and scholarship.“Receiving the Career Lifetime Achievement Award from the U-M School of Nursing is deeply meaningful to… Read more
U-M School of Nursing Undergraduate Program Ranked No. 6 in the Nation by U.S. News & World Report
The University of Michigan School of Nursing’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program has been ranked No. 6 in the nation in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Colleges rankings.This recognition once again places the U-M School of Nursing among the top nursing programs nationwide, highlighting our continued excellence in preparing future nurses and health care leaders. Our BSN program has been consistently ranked inside the top 10, a reflection of our long-standing commitment to world-class nursing education.The rankings for BSN programs are based on the average scores from… Read more
UMSN is Building the Future of AI in Health Care
Artificial intelligence is transforming every corner of health care—from diagnostics to documentation—but at the University of Michigan School of Nursing (UMSN), the focus is clear: nurses should be at the center of that transformation. Rather than reacting to change, UMSN is staying ahead of the technological curve and empowering nurses to help shape the future of care, starting with AI.That’s the driving force behind the Nurse AI Trainer (NAIT). Developed in partnership with the Statistical Online Computational Resource (SOCR), NAIT introduces nursing students to the world of AI in a way… Read more
Dr. Geoffrey Hoffman analyzes why Medicare Advantage enrollees switch or return to traditional Medicare
More than half of older Americans now get their Medicare coverage through an insurance company’s Medicare Advantage plan. But many go on to switch plans or even leave for traditional Medicare when Open Enrollment comes around each autumn.Researchers have had a hard time getting access to data that could help them understand what drives these changes, which have major implications for federal spending on Medicare as well as individuals’ health.Now, a new study in the June issue of Health Affairs peels back the curtain on what motivates people to switch MA plans or leave MA altogether.The… Read more
2024-2025 Preceptor of the Year Awards Announced
The University of Michigan School of Nursing’s (UMSN) Office of Professional Graduate Studies proudly announces the winners of the 2023-2024 Preceptor of the Year Awards. These distinguished awards recognize preceptors who demonstrate extraordinary commitment to mentoring students transitioning to advanced practice providers. The honorees are selected based on student nominations and faculty evaluations.This year, six awards were presented in the following categories: Family Nurse Practitioner / Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner ProgramPediatric Nurse Practitioner ProgramNurse-Midwifery… Read more
Packard Health West Willow's Mission for Community-Focused Health Care
In an era where access to quality health care is not guaranteed for everyone, one clinic is making a difference by providing essential medical care to those who need it most. Nestled between I-94 and US-12, just east of the University of Michigan School of Nursing (UMSN), lies West Willow—a small community of over 3,000 people.The Glaring Need for Accessible Health CareThe West Willow neighborhood faces a stark reality with an average life expectancy of just 73.8 years—seven years below Washtenaw County's average and three years less than the national average, as reported by the 2018 U.S.… Read more
UMSN Celebrates Its Inaugural Midwifery Graduates Through the MiMAT Program
UMSN Celebrates Its Inaugural Midwifery Graduates Through the MiMAT ProgramThis spring marks a significant milestone for the University of Michigan School of Nursing (UMSN) midwifery program as it graduates its first group of Michigan Maternity Care Traineeship Program (MiMAT) scholars. With a focus on empowering maternal health, MiMAT represents a strategic initiative aimed at expanding the maternity care workforce to improve maternal health outcomes in health care provider shortage areas or medically underserved communities.The First Class of MiMAT MidwivesThe inaugural cohort of 13 UMSN… Read more
Future #MichiganNurse Uses Personal Battle with Cancer to Fuel Her Nursing Aspiration
The University of Michigan School of Nursing (UMSN) is thrilled to welcome Amari Lemon this fall. Emerging from a 34-month battle with Mixed Phenotype Acute Leukemia, Amari's journey fuels her positive attitude and her mission to make a difference in the lives of children facing cancer.Transforming Personal Challenges into Personal AspirationsAmari received her diagnosis in April 2021, which forced her to come face-to-face with cancer—a stark reality for someone with an impeccable track record of health. “I had never been sick before,” Amari said. “When I was admitted to the ER that day, the… Read more
New Clinic Brings Comprehensive Health Care Services to Whitmore Lake
Whitmore Lake residents have a much-needed option for accessible and affordable health care with Hamilton Community Health Network’s (HCHN) Whitmore Lake Clinic. This comes as a result of dedicated collaboration between HCHN, the University of Michigan School of Nursing (UMSN), and Whitmore Lake Area Human Services, offering a promising remedy for the community's need for accessible care.Addressing a Long-standing DemandIn 2011, the Whitmore Lake Health Equity leadership team identified significant gaps in health care access through community assessments that found the community connecting… Read more
Future Michigan Nurse Has a Heart for Community and Change
As the fall semester approaches, the University of Michigan School of Nursing (UMSN) is gearing up to welcome its new wave of #MichiganNursing students. Among these bright faces is Ana Hilda Suarez, a Detroit native with roots in the Dominican Republic. Her journey to nursing is as vibrant as her background, and her story is one of compassion, resilience and a drive to make a difference.Inspiration and the Decision to Pursue NursingGrowing up in the Motor City, Ana found herself constantly interacting with people from different walks of life. This interaction, further enriched by her… Read more
UMSN Graduate Programs Shine in U.S. News & World Report's 2025 Rankings
Once again, the University of Michigan School of Nursing’s (UMSN) graduate programs have been recognized among the top in the nation by U.S. News… Read more
EPIC Pathways Program at UMSN Transforms Lives
The University of Michigan School of Nursing (UMSN) is creating new pathways and building futures through its EPIC Pathways: Nursing Scholars Program. Led by Rushika Patel, Ph.D., M.Ed., assistant dean for strategic education, this impactful initiative empowers students from Michigan community colleges to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree at UMSN.The Journey Towards RealizationThe journey to actualize the EPIC Pathways program began with a significant grant submission. With this funding, UMSN was poised to embark on a transformative path. "This was absolutely a priority of… Read more
U-M School of Nursing receives $2 million grant
Gift from Bedford Falls Foundation will support undergraduate nursing studentsA transformative grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation-DAF will provide scholarships to more than 140 undergraduate students at the University of Michigan School of Nursing over the next four years, and academic support to many more.The grant will establish the Bill and Joanne Conway EPIC Scholarship, which will provide partial scholarships, stipends and NCLEX preparation materials to BSN students with demonstrated financial need. In addition, the grant will fund peer tutoring and faculty-led academic support to… Read more
Empowering Undergraduate Nursing Students through Mentorship at UMSN
Undergraduate nursing students at the University of Michigan School of Nursing (UMSN) have an ally in their academic journey: their fellow classmates.Through the UMSN Advising Mentorship Program, undergraduate nursing students across the school can connect in a supportive and enriching environment. This voluntary program is open to undergraduate students who wish to either mentor their peers or seek guidance from those with more experience. With the program kicking off at the beginning of the 2023 Fall semester, it has quickly become an integral part of the academic and social landscape at… Read more