UAB School of Nursing

Recognized for its BSN program—ranked No. 13 in the nation and No. 1 in Alabama—the UAB School of Nursing prioritizes offering enriching professional development experiences that allow students to showcase their growing skills and knowledge. Recently, members of the UABSON Student Nurses’ Association attended the 74th Annual National Student Nurses' Association Convention in Houston, Texas, where they won the Tournament for Patient Safety.

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Celebrating the newest BSN graduates! We are so happy for all of you! 🎉

Meet Justin Duncan, our Student of the Month! Justin is a 2nd semester BSN student from Bessemer, Alabama.

He shares, "One piece of advice I wish someone had given me on my first day at UAB would be to find the lesson in everything. Every class and every exam serves a purpose. Use your classes as opportunities to evaluate your strengths and weaknesses, both academically and personally. As difficult as my nursing prerequisites were, without that rigor, I wouldn’t have learned how I study, how to balance school while still making time for the things I enjoy, or even how to navigate networking with professors. We all have areas where we can grow, so take advantage of every opportunity to do so."

On this Nurse Scientist Day, we recognize the scientists whose research guides clinical practice and shapes health policy. We are grateful for their dedication to educating the next generation of scholars and scientists who will shape our profession and healthcare.

Yesterday, Dean Shirey presented at the American Association of Colleges of Nursing Access, Connection, Engagement Symposium, where she discussed approaches to building and sustaining academic‑practice partnerships.

In case you missed it, UABSON faculty have published a new book with Sigma Nursing, outlining the work behind UAB's award‑winning academic‑practice partnerships. The book provides nursing and healthcare leaders with a blueprint for driving innovation, improving outcomes and achieving health equity.

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Monday evening's Lamp of Learning Ceremony was one of many milestones ahead for our first summer BSN cohort! During the ceremony, students received their pins and recited the Nightingale Pledge, signifying their welcome into the nursing profession. 🕯️

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We are excited to have UABSON faculty and staff at this week, contributing to the conversation on simulation‑based nursing education and training.

Ready to lead at the highest level in healthcare? Join our upcoming Nurse Executive virtual open house!

🗓️ Wednesday, June 17, 2026
⏰ 6–7pm

Register here: https://bit.ly/3RZwXAl

The UAB School of Nursing DNP Nurse Executive Pathway is designed for experienced nurse leaders with a master’s in nursing, business or health administration. This practice‑focused terminal degree prepares students for executive health system leadership roles, including Chief Nursing Officer or Chief Nursing Informatics Officer.

The application deadline for Spring 2027 admission is October 15.

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Proof that hard work pays off! We are beyond proud of these BSN graduates! 🎓

UABSON Professor and Senior Associate Dean of Professional Development and Faculty Affairs Allison Shorten and Professor and Interim Associate Dean for Research and Scholarship Ellen Smith have been appointed to university professorships.

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