For what’s next ▶ Look to Michigan Nursing

Now is the time for the University of Michigan School of Nursing.

Since 1891, the University of Michigan School of Nursing has worked to advance health for all by educating and developing nurses and other professionals as leaders; generating and applying knowledge; and serving individuals, communities, and populations.

Today, our more than 14,000 alumni serve in hospitals, research laboratories, and boardrooms around the world where they deliver life-saving care, develop new therapies, and lead health care institutions to better solutions. Our nurses do not just touch millions of lives– they transform them.

Vision

Our vision for the future is to expand this reach to become the world’s leading source of high-impact research, evidence, and education that will develop the knowledge and nurses necessary to address health care’s biggest challenges and provide health for all. Reaching this vision will require transformation.

Campaign Priorities

The Look to Michigan campaign is focused on four key priorities that will shape the future of nursing at the University of Michigan School of Nursing. Each priority is designed to address the urgent challenges facing health care and ensure that Michigan nurses are at the forefront of providing solutions. Below, we highlight these priorities and the impact they will have on the future of nursing education, research, and practice.

Provide Student Support

Increase scholarships and financial aid to remove barriers for undergraduate, graduate, and Ph.D. students.
Support Ph.D. students to build a pipeline of future nurse educators and address the nationwide shortage.

Attract and Retain Faculty

Establish new endowed professorships and other faculty funds to recruit and retain top nursing educators and researchers.
Increase faculty resources and infrastructure to support a growing student population and high-quality teaching.

Expand Access to Key Programs

Advance research in critical areas such as health equity, symptom science, and Big Data for global impact.
Expand global health initiatives to provide students with valuable learning opportunities and broaden perspectives.

Expand Critical Facilities

Upgrade and expand classrooms, labs, and student spaces to accommodate growing enrollment and foster innovation.
Equip high-tech labs and create state-of-the-art learning environments to prepare students for modern health care challenges.

What Sets Us Apart: Shaping The Future

At the University of Michigan School of Nursing, we are not just educating nurses; we are shaping the future of health care. Our reputation as a top-ranked institution is built on a foundation of excellence in education, groundbreaking research, and a commitment to innovation. Our graduates become leaders, not only in health care but also in business, government, and beyond—driving change and improving lives on a global scale. Here’s what sets us apart:

Top 10 Nursing School

Consistently ranked among the top 10 nursing schools by U.S. News & World Report (2024), we are renowned for our academic rigor and excellence in nursing education.
With over 130 years of experience, our extensive network of more than 14,000 alumni spans the globe, making significant impacts in health care and beyond.

World-class faculty and education

With over 100 nationally recognized faculty members, more than half of whom actively practice in clinical settings, our students benefit from learning directly from experts who are tackling today’s health care challenges.
Additionally, our state-of-the-art Clinical Learning Center, equipped with advanced simulation suites and skills labs, ensures that students are thoroughly prepared for real-world experiences.

Top Groundbreaking research

As pioneers in health equity, Big Data, health systems, and symptom science, our research tackles the most pressing and topical issues in health care.
Our faculty leads groundbreaking research both locally and globally, yielding high-impact discoveries that enhance patient care and improve health outcomes around the world.

A Transformational Opportunity: Naming the U-M School of Nursing

Naming the University of Michigan School of Nursing is a choice to invest in the School’s continued and expanded ability to shape health care and change lives in the U.S. and around the globe.

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