Nursing Education

Wednesday, Feb 12, 2025 Two University of Rochester nursing faculty members and alumni are now among just 103 individuals across the world to hold advanced certifications as healthcare simulation educators, or CHSE-A.

Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 Accelerated nursing programs prepare you for a swift transition into the nursing workforce but the rigorous nature of the program can feel overwhelming at times. By following these tips, you’ll be prepared to tackle the challenges of the program and emerge as a skilled nursing professional.

Wednesday, Sep 4, 2024 The annual tradition welcomes new and returning University of Rochester nursing students and honors student award winners.

Thursday, Aug 15, 2024 The University of Rochester School of Nursing has been named a 2024 National League for Nursing (NLN) Center of Excellence in Nursing Education for sustained accomplishments in creating environments that enhance student learning and professional development.

Wednesday, Jul 31, 2024 The University of Rochester School of Nursing is the first school in New York State to offer a new entry point for its Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program, reinforcing its leadership in DNP education.

Monday, Jul 22, 2024 The selective national program supports doctoral students who aspire to take on faculty roles and teach the next generation of nurses.

Wednesday, Jun 12, 2024 As he prepares for retirement, Craig Sellers, PhD, RN, AGPCNP-BC, GNP-BC, FAANP, hopes to have inspired his students to be thoughtful, curious, and caring clinicians.

Wednesday, Jun 12, 2024 As she prepares for retirement, Karen Stein, PhD, RN, FAAN, hopes to leave her legacy of commitment to the nursing discipline and high-quality nursing research.

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 After spending six years as a registered nurse in trauma, psychiatric, med-surg, and pediatric units, Samantha Loper decided to further her education in the Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program.

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 After dedicating two decades to practicing law, Sara Bird embarked on a new journey as a nurse, following her passion for helping others.

Tuesday, Apr 30, 2024 The University of Rochester School of Nursing is hosting and supporting a series of events throughout the week to recognize and celebrate National Nurses Week. The celebration begins on May 6 and ends on May 12.

Monday, Apr 22, 2024 The University of Rochester School of Nursing proudly announces its first-ever Experiential Learning Summit, scheduled for June 6-7, 2024, at Helen Wood Hall in Rochester, New York. As leaders in nursing education innovations, the School of Nursing invites nurse educators and leaders from across the nation to join a journey of discovery in nursing education.

Monday, Apr 8, 2024 The University of Rochester School of Nursing has been ranked No. 21 among U.S. nursing schools for its master’s programs, according to the 2024-25 Best Graduate Schools guide produced by U.S. News and World Report.

Tuesday, Mar 26, 2024 The UR Nursing alumna and stroke nurse educator has dedicated her career to educating patients, fellow nurses, and the wider community on stroke prevention and risk factors.

Friday, Jan 26, 2024 The University of Rochester School of Nursing, in partnership with nursing practice at the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC), has extended a free tuition program for UR nurses for another year. The grant supplements employee tuition benefits to provide 100 percent tuition coverage in select bachelor’s, master’s, and advanced certificate programs.

Friday, Nov 10, 2023 The University of Rochester School of Nursing was named a recipient of the American Associate of Colleges of Nursing’s (AACN) 2023 Innovations in Professional Nursing Education award.

Monday, Oct 23, 2023 A longtime oncology nurse at UR Medicine's Pluta Cancer Center, this recent MNE graduate is now sharing her knowledge with nursing students.

Wednesday, Sep 6, 2023 The annual ceremony celebrated new and returning students, and marked major milestones for the School of Nursing.

Monday, Aug 21, 2023 Teaching undergraduate nursing clinicals helped Erin Sabo uncover a passion for teaching. Now, she's pursuing a master's in nursing education.
Thursday, Aug 17, 2023 Dzikowicz, who also holds a master's in nursing education, is also passionate about generating interest in nursing research and informatics among undergraduates.
Tuesday, Jul 25, 2023 A collaboration with East High is introducing Rochester teens to the possibilities within a nursing career and expanding diversity in the health care workforce.

Friday, Jul 21, 2023 The School of Nursing has revamped its education approach to prepare nurses for a future marked by disruption.

Tuesday, Apr 25, 2023 The University of Rochester School of Nursing has been ranked No. 22 among U.S. nursing schools for its master’s programs, according to the 2023-24 Best Graduate Schools guide produced by U.S. News and World Report.

Monday, Apr 17, 2023 Michael Hasselberg ’07N (MS) ’13N (PhD), UR Medicine's chief digital health officer and a psychiatric nurse practitioner, will deliver the 2023 School of Nursing Graduation Ceremony speech on May 12.

Monday, Jan 23, 2023 UR Nursing is the first New York nursing school to earn INACSL's endorsement in simulation education.

Wednesday, Jul 6, 2022 "So far, it’s the most realistic education we’ve gotten in the program,” Sean Goonan, RN, BS, OCN, a 2021 adult gerontology acute care nurse practitioner graduate, said after participating in his first Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE). “In my opinion, it’s almost the equivalent of walking into a real patient’s room for the first time.”

Tuesday, Feb 8, 2022 The University of Rochester School of Nursing, in partnership with nursing practice at the University of Rochester Medical Center, has extended a free tuition program for UR nurses for another two years. The UR School of Nursing Tuition Grant supplements UR employee tuition benefits to provide 100 percent tuition coverage in select bachelor’s, master’s, and post-master’s programs.