UAB School of Nursing

UAB School of Nursing The UAB School of Nursing is a leader and trendsetter in nursing and health care. The School is ranked 13th, in the top 5% of nursing schools, by U.S.

The UAB School of Nursing is a leader and trendsetter in nursing and healthcare and located at UAB- Alabama’s flagship academic health science center. News and World Report. The School’s notables include:
- Alabama’s only PhD in nursing program and nursing-specific research center
- One of three Paul D. Coverdell Peace Corps Fellows programs in the U.S. specific to returning volunteers interested in pursuing a career in nursing
- Designated as a Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization Collaborating Center for International Nursing; one of 10 in the U.S. and 42 in the world
- Diverse research funding portfolio from sources including the National Institute of Nursing Research, National Cancer Institute, National Institute of Child Health Development, Department of Defense, Veterans Administration (VA), Health Resources and Service Administration (HRSA), among others

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2025 has brought growth across the UAB School of Nursing, supported by the efforts of faculty, staff, students, alumni a...
12/29/2025

2025 has brought growth across the UAB School of Nursing, supported by the efforts of faculty, staff, students, alumni and our community. Throughout the year, the School continued to advance its academic mission, expand research activity and strengthen its clinical impact. Commemorating the 75th Anniversary offered an opportunity to reflect on a longstanding tradition of leadership, innovation and service. Together, these achievements continue to carry the School forward as we enter the new year.

Read more about these accomplishments in our Fall 2025 issue of UAB Nursing: https://bit.ly/4j8evPv

Accelerated Master's in Nursing Pathway graduate Taylor Bentley's journey began at Birmingham-Southern College, where sh...
12/26/2025

Accelerated Master's in Nursing Pathway graduate Taylor Bentley's journey began at Birmingham-Southern College, where she played volleyball as an outside hitter and majored in Health Sciences. In March 2024, when BSC announced its closure just before her senior year, she transferred to UAB, where she discovered that her passion for helping others would become her purpose.

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UABSON Assistant Professor and Co-Coordinator of the Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Specialty Brenda Mayfi...
12/23/2025

UABSON Assistant Professor and Co-Coordinator of the Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Specialty Brenda Mayfield appeared on WBRC 6 News to share strategies for navigating loss during the holidays.

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Congratulations to our AMNP graduates on completing their Master of Science in Nursing degrees in one year! We wish them...
12/23/2025

Congratulations to our AMNP graduates on completing their Master of Science in Nursing degrees in one year! We wish them continued success as they begin their careers in nursing.

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The UAB School of Nursing is at the forefront of Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner education. Graduates of the M...
12/23/2025

The UAB School of Nursing is at the forefront of Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner education. Graduates of the MSN and DNP specialty tracks are prepared for advanced nursing practice in a variety of settings with populations of infants, children and adolescents. As advanced primary care specialists, Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioners assess, diagnose and manage commonly occurring episodic and chronic health problems while promoting health and wellness.

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UABSON Professor Allison Shorten joined UAB Medicine's ‘Women's Health with Dr. Huh’ podcast to discuss how decision aid...
12/22/2025

UABSON Professor Allison Shorten joined UAB Medicine's ‘Women's Health with Dr. Huh’ podcast to discuss how decision aids give expecting mothers and their care teams clear, research-based information to guide conversations about options and preferences regarding delivery.

Listen here: https://bit.ly/4p7npxY

The UAB School of Nursing wishes our students, faculty, staff and community a joyful holiday season!
12/22/2025

The UAB School of Nursing wishes our students, faculty, staff and community a joyful holiday season!

Meet Marcyon Nelson, our Student of the Month! Marcyon is from Montgomery, Alabama and graduated from the AMNP Pathway o...
12/15/2025

Meet Marcyon Nelson, our Student of the Month! Marcyon is from Montgomery, Alabama and graduated from the AMNP Pathway on Saturday. He has accepted a position in the Medical Patient Intervention Unit at the UAB Center for Psychiatric Medicine.

He shares, "My passion stems from a constant desire to learn and grow, both academically and personally, through the pursuit of higher education. I appreciate how the professors take the time to connect with students, offer guidance and provide valuable career advice. Their support truly extends beyond the classroom."

UABSON alumna Elizabeth Robison is the recipient of the 2025 Bobbie Anderson Leadership Award from the Foundation of the...
12/11/2025

UABSON alumna Elizabeth Robison is the recipient of the 2025 Bobbie Anderson Leadership Award from the Foundation of the Organization for Associate Degree Nursing. The award honors exceptional educators who are shaping the future of associate degree nursing education.

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Discover what’s next in artificial intelligence at this month’s 3rd Thursday with AI session, where Instructor Chris Hic...
12/10/2025

Discover what’s next in artificial intelligence at this month’s 3rd Thursday with AI session, where Instructor Chris Hickman will highlight next‑generation AI tools and techniques shaping the future of innovation.

Register: https://bit.ly/4oPtcs6

UABSON alumna Constance Smith Hendricks is the recipient of the 2025 Alabama State Nurses Association Lifetime Service A...
12/10/2025

UABSON alumna Constance Smith Hendricks is the recipient of the 2025 Alabama State Nurses Association Lifetime Service Award, one of the highest honors bestowed by the organization.

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The UAB School of Nursing is a leader and trendsetter in nursing and health care. It is located at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, the state’s flagship academic health science center. The School is ranked 8th by U.S. News and World Report. The School’s notables include: - Alabama’s oldest and most honored PhD in nursing program - One of three Paul D. Coverdell Peace Corps Fellows programs in the U.S. specific to returning volunteers interested in pursuing a career in nursing - Designated as a Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization Collaborating Center for International Nursing - Diverse research funding portfolio from sources including the National Institute of Nursing Research, National Cancer Institute, National Institute of Child Health Development, Department of Defense, Veterans Administration (VA), Health Resources and Service Administration (HRSA), among others