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The UCSF School of Nursing is continuing its rich history of preparing the next generation of nurse leaders to meet growing health care demands through its academic degree programs.
Nov. 16, 2020
Building Nursing Leaders From the Ground Up
By Milenko Martinovich
Science of Caring
The UCSF School of Nursing is stepping up efforts to meet that need with a new, innovative initiative that will equip nurses with the skills to lead within their organizations. In addition, the School is continuing its rich history of preparing the next generation of nurse leaders to meet growing health care demands through its academic degree programs.
From left, Deborah Johnson, Carol Dawson-Rose and Matt Tierney have provided stellar leadership to their respective organizations, influencing important nursing issues.
Nov. 16, 2020
Advocating for Nurses and Health Care, at the National and International Levels
By Milenko Martinovich
Science of Caring
Three UCSF School of Nursing faculty members are continuing a tradition of faculty leaders who are steering impactful change on the national and international stage. As presidents of major professional nursing organizations, these faculty members are leading important initiatives — from influencing policy, to increasing diversity, to enhancing access to care — that will advance expand health care access for patients nationwide and across the globe.
40 Under 40 Photo Collage
Nov. 13, 2020
40 Under 40: Rising Nurse Leaders
By Milenko Martinovich and Katherine Tam
Science of Caring
Meet 40 rising nursing leaders from the UCSF School of Nursing who are leading innovative changes and forging new paths to better health for our communities. These faculty, students and alumni, who are age 40 or younger, are already making significant contributions in health care. This feature is part of an ongoing series that highlights remarkable nurses and scholars from the School, and their commitment to a more equitable world.
Nurse speaks with pediatric patient and their parent
September 22, 2020
Preparing Nurses to Lead in Health Equity
By Milenko Martinovich
Science of Caring
The UCSF School of Nursing is leveraging innovative practices and technological advancements to prepare the next generation of nurse leaders to champion health equity.
Scholars at the UCSF School of Nursing have received more than $19 million in funding for their research on health equity. These researchers include, clockwise from top left, Abbey Alkon, Elena Portacolone, Jarmin Yeh, Monica McLemore, Jerry John Nutor and Laura Wagner.
September 21, 2020
Scholars Lead Over $19 Million in Health Equity Studies
By School of Nursing Communications and Office of Research
Science of Caring
The School of Nursing’s commitment to health equity is demonstrated in 22 innovative projects its researchers are currently conducting.
Brianna Singleton's stands on a platform at a Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) station (Photo credit: Elisabeth Fall)
September 21, 2020
Dismantling Barriers to Health Equity
By Milenko Martinovich / Photo by Elisabeth Fall
Science of Caring
The obstacles that stand between our most vulnerable populations and effective health care are multi-layered and complex, but researchers at the UCSF School of Nursing are working to eradicate barriers to health equity.
Pregnant individual
July 27, 2020
Reversing the Tide of Black Maternal Mortality
By Milenko Martinovich
Science of Caring
The UCSF School of Nursing is leveraging its research power, classroom expertise and collaborative partnerships to create practical, effective interventions to address Black maternal mortality. This far-reaching approach not only provides immediate answers, but offers a framework to reduce harmful outcomes in the future.
Afaf Meleis
Afaf Meleis Awarded UCSF Medal

Professor Emerita Afaf Meleis, PhD, DrPS(hon), FAAN, LL, has been awarded the 2020 UCSF Medal, the university's highest honor, for her work as a mentor to hundreds of nursing students and faculty around…