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The College of Nursing & Health Sciences offers the only advanced degree nursing programs south of Boston.

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College of Nursing & Health Sciences news and events

Discover what’s new in the College of Nursing & Health Sciences — news, stories, and events that highlight academic excellence and community impact.

University partners with Southcoast Health to launch nurse camp for local students to explore careers in healthcare
New Bedford sophomores and juniors explored St. Luke’s Hospital’s simulation lab and worked alongside current UMassD nursing students to learn more about healthcare professions
Nursing students train New Bedford first responders for active shootings
Four students volunteered in Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERRT) as part of a nursing project, receiving praise from local and state officials
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Nationally Ranked: UMassD online graduate nursing programs
Top 15% in the nation: UMassD’s online MS in Nursing earns U.S. News & World Report recognition
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Online programs earn national recognition in eight U.S. News & World Report rankings
Online graduate programs in business make significant strides
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Excellence in nursing and health sciences

Discover how UMass Dartmouth’s College of Nursing & Health Sciences advances healthcare through student achievement, faculty research, and alumni leadership.

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Kayla Alvares '19, MSN '22, PhD '25: A decade at UMassD
First-generation nursing student earns BSN, MSN, and PhD at UMass Dartmouth, spending 10 years as part of the campus community
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Fatima Alzyoud '22: Advancing women's healthcare equity through PhD research
Nurse science educator PhD alumna reflects on her journey from obstetric nurse in Jordan to UMassD doctoral graduate
CAS and CNHS alumna that now works as nursing faculty
From cranberry fields to classrooms: Monika Schuler ’89, MS ’12 embraces new career paths
Schuler turned her passion for biology into a nursing educator career, inspiring her to give back to UMass Dartmouth as an Alumni Association member.
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Melissa DaSilveira '26: Balancing Compassion and Ambition
Pursuing her RN-BS in Nursing online, she’s not just chasing a degree, but carrying forward a legacy of care, compassion, and community service.
Candice Darteh '25 at the White Coat Ceremony
Candice Darteh '25: Possibilities through perseverance
Nursing student flourishes through College Now program, learning valuable skills while pursuing her passion for global healthcare

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