School of nursing news
UMSN is Building the Future of AI in Health Care
Jun 04, 2025Artificial 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... Read more
Dr. Geoffrey Hoffman analyzes why Medicare Advantage enrollees switch or return to traditional Medicare
Jun 03, 2025More 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... Read more
2024-2025 Preceptor of the Year Awards Announced
Jun 02, 2025The 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... Read more
UMSN Celebrates Its Inaugural Midwifery Graduates Through the MiMAT Program
May 07, 2025UMSN Celebrates Its Inaugural Midwifery Graduates Through the MiMAT Program
This 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 Midwives
The... Read more
Future #MichiganNurse Uses Personal Battle with Cancer to Fuel Her Nursing Aspiration
Apr 23, 2025The 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 Aspirations
Amari 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... Read more
New Clinic Brings Comprehensive Health Care Services to Whitmore Lake
Apr 22, 2025Whitmore 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 Demand
In 2011, the Whitmore Lake Health Equity leadership team identified significant gaps in health care access through community assessments that found the... Read more
Future Michigan Nurse Has a Heart for Community and Change
Apr 08, 2025As 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... Read more
UMSN Graduate Programs Shine in U.S. News & World Report's 2025 Rankings
Apr 08, 2025Once 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 & World Report's 2025 Best Colleges rankings. This consistent recognition reaffirms the program's commitment to excellence in nursing education and its role in shaping future health care leaders.
Notably, both the Master's of Science in Nursing (MSN) program (no. 8) and the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program (no. 6) are ranked within the top 10 nationally. Additionally, specialized graduate program areas, including Primary Care... Read more
EPIC Pathways Program at UMSN Transforms Lives
Apr 04, 2025The 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 Realization
The 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... Read more
U-M School of Nursing receives $2 million grant
Mar 20, 2025Gift from Bedford Falls Foundation will support undergraduate nursing students
A 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... Read more
