Alumni

Dean’s Report
July 29, 2025
The Dean’s report spotlights key milestones in education, care delivery, research and philanthropy that create a stronger future for nursing.

Lead. Serve. Inspire.
July 29, 2025
Alumni Council Chair Lorraine Barton reflects on the strength of the nursing alumni community and encourages continued connection and support through the Forever San Antonio platform.

Answering the call to serve
July 28, 2025
Three alumni reflect on the calling that led them to nursing and the commitment that keeps them involved, motivated and eager to serve.

Calling all alumni to share their news and updates!
August 20, 2024
Dear School of Nursing graduates, As the Alumni Council Chair, I’d like to reinforce the importance of our alumni network and to invite you to stay connected with us by sharing your personal and professional updates. At the UT Health San Antonio School of Nursing, we’re not just a community during our time on campus. […]

Where in the world?
September 2, 2023
See where School of Nursing alumni have landed throughout the U.S. and across the globe.

Navigating brand-new waters
September 2, 2023
Meet Julie Mize, RN, BSN, a dedicated school nurse in Uvalde, Texas. From routine care to navigating a trauma response, discover the vital role school nurses play in student well-being.

A second act of service
September 2, 2023
Wesley Richardson, a School of Nursing alumnus and faculty member, dedicates his career to serving fellow veterans. With a background in the military and nursing, he inspires and educates nursing students, creating a vital pipeline for veterans’ care.

Calling all alumni to connect and stay connected!
September 1, 2023
The School of Nursing Alumni Council represents over 13,000 alumni and serves to support the school’s mission. Its aim is to enhance alumni involvement and values its members’ input. Connect today!

MSN Graduate Treats Patients with COVID at University Hospital
September 6, 2021
A year after joining University Hospital, Adriana Munoz, MSN, AGACNP, RN, and her hospital medicine team transitioned to caring for COVID-19 patients. Munoz, who is pursuing her PhD at the nursing school, is now performing COVID-related research.

ICU Nurse Finds Career Later in Life as Pandemic Strikes
September 6, 2021
Brenda Backlund-Pearson, BSN, RN, started her third career during the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. The recent graduate of the School of Nursing at UT Health San Antonio met the challenges of treating COVID patients in the ICU at Methodist Hospital.

Novice Nurse Handles Unknown During Historic COVID-19 Pandemic
September 6, 2021
After a month of training at the Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans’ Hospital, Julissa Del Bosque, BSN, RN, began her nursing career on the COVID-19 floor. She credits extra clinical practice at the School of Nursing for preparing her to handle the challenge.

Alumni Briefs
September 6, 2021
Alumni Briefs from the School of Nursing at the UT Health San Antonio share professional achievements from nursing graduates.