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A view of the School of Nursing over Swan Lake on Sept. 30, 2013. (Sean Flynn/UConn Photo)

UConn Nursing Students Earn Spring 2026 Dean’s List Honors

The UConn Elisabeth DeLuca School of Nursing recognizes 217 undergraduate students for outstanding academic achievement during the Spring 2026 semester, celebrating their dedication to scholarship, leadership, and the future of healthcare.

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Pitching the Future of Health Care

“At its core, innovation is about making the world a better place, and that purpose was evident in every pitch presented.” – Michael McGuire, MBA, Beekley Medical

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Celebrating Nurses Week

UConn Elisabeth DeLuca School of Nursing honors compassion, community, and care.

Construction workers for DeLuca Hall with the signed beam.

UConn Celebrates Beam Topping-Off for New Elisabeth DeLuca School of Nursing Building

DeLuca Hall reached a major construction milestone with the topping-off of the final beam, marking the completion of the building’s structural frame.

A pregnant woman in the hallway of a hospital.

UConn Nursing Researcher Leads Innovative Study on Maternal and Infant Health

Sharon Casavant, Ph.D., RN, is leading a study that focuses on cannabis use during pregnancy.

UConn Nursing faculty and staff standing behind the signed beam for the new Elisabeth DeLuca School of Nursing building.

UConn Celebrates Beam Signing for the Future Home of the Elisabeth DeLuca School of Nursing

The UConn Nursing community came together on Monday, October 27, for a beam signing ceremony to commemorate the construction of the new Elisabeth DeLuca School of Nursing.

UConn School of Nursing’s Sigma Theta Tau Mu 2025 inductees

School of Nursing’s Sigma Theta Tau Mu Chapter Inducts 69 New Members

'Sigma represents love, Theta represents courage, and Tau represents honor,' said Mu Chapter President Elizabeth Mayerson, DNP, RN, APRN, FNP-BC, CNE.

UConn Nursing faculty, students and community doctors during a weeklong visit to Guatemala.

UConn Nursing Promotes Conversation and Education on Reproductive Health in Guatemala

UConn Nursing's scholarly project in Guatemala brings conversation to the community regarding women's health

Dr. Snyder's closing remarks to first-year students hearing from Hartford Healthcare partners

Healthcare Partners Visit the School of Nursing

Dr. Marianne Snyder’s students met with Hartford Healthcare’s leadership team to hear about career opportunities

UST Learning Retreat Student Small Group in Peggy Sczesny Auditorium

Urban Service Track/AHEC (UST) Learning Retreat Hosted by the School of Nursing

On Thursday, Sept. 5, the UConn School of Nursing hosted the first UST scholar’s learning retreat for the upcoming academic year.

Students at the Annual Transition to Clinical Ceremony in the Sczesny Auditorium

UConn Nursing Hosted its Annual Ceremony for Juniors Transitioning to Clinical Practice

On August 28th, the School of Nursing held its traditional ceremony for junior nursing students starting their clinical rotations.

Dr. Mallory Perry-Eaddy and Dr. Eileen Carter

Two UConn School of Nursing Faculty to be Inducted to the American Academy of Nursing

Dr. Mallory Perry-Eaddy and Dr. Eileen Carter, two faculty from the UConn School of Nursing, will be Inducted as Fellows in the American Academy of Nursing.

Storrs Hall is seen from the opposite side of Swan Lake.

UConn School of Nursing Receives Award to Help Increase Nurses in the Workforce

Associate Dean Dr. Annette Jakubisin-Konicki, PhD, ANP-BC, FNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN receives award to provide a low-interest option for students.

The UConn School of Nursing Recognizes 173 Students on the Spring 2024 Dean’s List

This semester the UConn School of Nursing had 173 students with a 4.0 grade point average recognized on the Spring 20204 Dean’s List.

Three women standing together in front of a purple backdrop

UConn School of Nursing’s Dr. Tiffany Kelley awarded the 2024 Excellence and Innovation in Teaching Award

Dr. Tiffany Kelley PhD was awarded the 2024 Excellence and Innovation in Teaching Award by The American Association of Colleges of Nurses (AACN).

Students and faculty of the School of Nursing process along Glenbrook Road toward their Commencement ceremony at the Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts on May 4, 2024. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

Celebrating UConn School of Nursing’s 2024 Graduates

UConn Nursing celebrates over 200 graduates during the 2024 commencement ceremony

UConn Nursing Students at UConn Bound Day 2024.

School of Nursing Sees 32% Increase in Undergraduate Applications Since the Last Year Amidst a National Nursing Shortage

The UConn School of Nursing received 3,800 applications for its Class of 2028.

Nursing State CT Representatives visit School of Nursing.

Exploring Career Pathways and Leadership Opportunities in Nursing

UConn School of Nursing Hosts State of Connecticut Executives.

UConn Students receive a copy of the book Take My Hand from Dean Dickson.

‘Take my Hand’: A Gift to Encourage Health Equity in Nursing

UConn Nursing alumna Lisa-Marie W. Griffiths donated over 200 books of the powerful "Take My Hand" to UConn nursing seniors.

A view of the School of Nursing with Wilbur Cross in the background.

UConn Nursing in the Top 10 of National Online Programs

U.S. News & World Report placed the School as No. 8 in online nursing master's programs around the country, moving up 10 spots from last year, and first among such programs in New England.