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UConn Nursing Faculty and Students Earn Top Honors at ENRS Conference
From national awards to leadership appointments, faculty and students highlight innovation and collaboration in Boston.
Aiming High: UConn Nursing Alumnus Becomes LIFE STAR Flight Nurse
“I want to provide the highest level of care, wherever it is needed, and be the best part of someone's worst day,” — Justin Pedneault ’19 (NUR)
Palliative Care on a Global Scale
Elisabeth DeLuca School of Nursing students travel to Belgium to gain educational and cultural insights into palliative care.
Two Sisters, One Calling
Sisters, Christine McGovern and Katherine Bequary, enroll in the Elisabeth DeLuca School of Nursing Accelerated Second-Degree CEIN/BS Program.
UConn Nursing Honors 206 Students on the Fall 2025 Dean’s List
This semester, the UConn Elisabeth DeLuca School of Nursing had 206 students recognized on the Fall 2025 Dean’s List.
Legacy of Advocacy
"Improving healthcare access, systems, and legislation for underserved communities and populations has been my passion since I became a nurse practitioner.” – Joy Elwell, DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, FAAN, FAANP
A Symbol of Compassion and Generosity
UConn Elisabeth DeLuca School of Nursing sophomores receive their first stethoscope, gifted by a former alumna.
Elisabeth DeLuca School of Nursing Celebrates Its December Graduates
The Elisabeth DeLuca School of Nursing graduated its Accelerated Second-Degree BS/Certificate of Entry into Nursing (CEIN) Class of 2025.
UConn Nursing Alumna Honored with the Excellence in Nursing Leadership Award
Elisabeth DeLuca School of Nursing celebrates commencement by recognizing Cheryl Ficara, RN, MS, NEA-BC.
American Academy of Nursing Inducts Eight UConn-Affiliated Fellows
Every Connecticut Inductee for the American Academy of Nursing 2025 Fellows is affiliated with the University of Connecticut, including three Elisabeth DeLuca School of Nursing faculty members.