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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).

For first-generation BSN student Devora Solomon, nursing is more than a career path; it’s a calling shaped by family, culture and compassion. Born in Eritrea, a small East African country, and raised in San Antonio, Texas, Solomon brings a unique global perspective to her journey as a student at The University of Texas at Austin School of Nursing.

PhD student Merci Paulhill has been selected as a 2026 Graduate Archer Fellow, an honor that will place her in Washington, D.C., this summer to live, learn and lead alongside graduate students from across The University of Texas System.

The University of Texas at Austin School of Nursing recognizes six staff members for their dedicated years of service to UT Austin. These individuals have made lasting contributions through their commitment, excellence and care in supporting UT Austin’s mission.