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The University of Texas is proud to announce that Yang Li, PhD, RN, assistant professor at the School of Nursing, has been awarded an R01 grant from the National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR).

The Texas Nurses Association (TNA) recognized Jacklyn “Jacki” Hecht, Julie Zuñiga and Veronica “Ronnie” Walker, all faculty members at The University of Texas at Austin School of Nursing, among its 25 Outstanding Texas Nurses for 2026.

The University of Texas at Austin School of Nursing joins health care organizations and communities across the country in celebrating National Nurses Week, observed May 6–12, 2026. The annual recognition honors the dedication, compassion, and leadership of nurses while highlighting the essential role the profession plays in advancing health care and improving lives.

The School of Nursing will host its official graduation ceremony on Friday, May 8, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. CT at Bass Concert Hall. The ceremony recognizes undergraduate and graduate nursing students graduating in Fall 2025 and Spring 2026.

The University of Texas at Austin School of Nursing is proud to announce that Minyoung “Christine” Kim, an undergraduate nursing student, has been named a recipient of a highly competitive academic scholarship from the American Nurses Foundation (ANF), a national organization dedicated to advancing the nursing profession and strengthening the future nursing workforce.

The University of Texas at Austin School of Nursing proudly celebrates the upcoming induction of Linda Yoder, PhD, MBA, RN, AOCN-emerita, FAMSN, FAAN, Professor Emerita, into the Sigma Theta Tau International (STTI) 2026 Nurse Researcher Hall of Fame.

The University of Texas at Austin has named Kavita Radhakrishnan, PhD, MSEE, RN, FAAN, as interim dean of the School of Nursing. A nationally recognized nurse scientist and educator, Radhakrishnan brings extensive experience in research leadership, interdisciplinary collaboration, and faculty development to the role.

Two faculty members and a PhD student from The University of Texas at Austin School of Nursing recently received recognition for their contributions to nursing science, leadership, and service, reflecting the UT Austin School of Nursing’s continued impact on health care and nursing scholarship.

The University of Texas at Austin School of Nursing announces faculty promotions, recognizing distinguished contributions in teaching, leadership, service, and practice. Promotions will be effective August 16, 2026.

The Texas Department of State Health Services has announced continued funding through August 2027 for the evidence-based "Interprofessional Curriculum Approach to Alzheimer's and Other Dementias" project. This $1.45 million initiative is designed to strengthen dementia care training for future healthcare providers over four years (FY24-FY27).