Friends,
We’ve had another busy year in the UAMS College of Nursing, and I’m excited to share some of the latest developments with you.
In May, the state awarded us a grant of nearly $1.7 million through the Arkansas Linking Industry to Grow Nurses (ALIGN) program, which will allow us to expand our nursing faculty as well as our capacity to accept more students into the College of Nursing. We’ve already begun to explore new clinical and educational opportunities that will give students the experience they need to move quickly and capably into the nursing workforce.
As we enhance our program offerings, our students continue to show why these investments are worthwhile. In the 2023-24 academic year, UAMS graduates achieved an outstanding 96.7% pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nursing (NCLEX-RN).This accomplishment reflects their dedication to their studies and to all the patients they will one day serve.
Students often tell me that our faculty and staff walk with them on every step of the academic journey, generously offering their time and support during late nights and rigorous assignments. I’m proud to work alongside colleagues who are setting an example for the next generation of nursing leaders.
Thank you for continuing to support the College of Nursing in its academic, research and clinical missions.
Sincerely,
Patricia A. Cowan, Ph.D., RN, FAAN
Dean, UAMS College of Nursing