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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.
Advocates in action
July 29, 2025
Whether writing notes of encouragement or raising scholarship funds, these community advocates are making sure students and faculty feel seen, supported and inspired.
Nationally recognized for dementia support
July 28, 2025
A national award recognizes the School of Nursing’s Caring for the Caregiver Program for empowering families and building a more dementia-friendly community in South Texas.
A nurse’s mission
August 23, 2024
Fayron Epps, PhD, RN, a distinguished researcher at UT Health San Antonio’s School of Nursing, is addressing the disproportionate impact of dementia in the African American community. Through her program, Alter, she equips faith leaders and caregivers with essential resources, cultivating dementia-friendly environments in churches and communities.
Amplifying the voices of Hispanic Texans
August 23, 2024
Community pláticas in South Texas are empowering citizens to help shape dementia care. Sara Masoud, PhD, MPH, and her team are hosting discussions that highlight the critical needs of the region’s largest demographic.
School of Nursing faculty and staff recognized for their service and excellence
August 20, 2024
2023 Top 2% of Scientists Scopus Jacqueline McGrath, PhD, RN, FNAP, FAAN, vice dean of faculty excellence, was recognized among the top 2% of scientists worldwide based on Scopus citation metrics. Esteemed for her research contributions advancing neonatal health care, McGrath has demonstrated exceptional leadership and scholarly excellence and continues to shape the future of […]
Researcher and Scholar Spotlights
August 19, 2024
The School of Nursing is shaping the future of nursing education and patient care through a wide and varying range of research and scholarship programming. ADELITA G. CANTU, PHD (’06), RN, FAAN, associate professor, specializes in public and community health nursing. Her program of teaching, service and research is dedicated to promoting healthy communities by […]
On an upward trajectory
September 5, 2023
A message from Dean Hardin that highlights the School of Nursing’s growth and impact. Innovations in clinical practice, research and education are now addressing the nursing shortage and further nursing’s mission of holistic care.
Perseverance pays off
September 2, 2023
From Appalachian Roots to Nursing Leadership: Dean Sonya R. Hardin’s inspiring journey from first-generation college student to dean, shaped by her experiences and commitment to education, community engagement and support for her students.
Supercharging change
September 2, 2023
UT Health San Antonio’s grant-powered medical home for foster families: A $4 million grant creates health care hubs for foster care families in Texas, aiming to provide consistent and comprehensive care to a vulnerable population.
Nursing School Responds to Evolving Patient Needs with Vaccines, Virtual Care
September 6, 2021
During the pandemic, the School of Nursing at UT Health San Antonio addressed the health care needs of the university and overall community by running a state-approved vaccine hub with more than 159,000 vaccines provided to residents.
Responding to a Pandemic: Nurses Leading Extraordinary Team
September 6, 2021
The School of Nursing at UT Health San Antonio led a university-wide effort to create and run the COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic on campus. The state-approved hub provided 159,137 vaccines.