Dr. Hunsaker researches literature on traumatic brain injuries in sexual assault and/or intimate partner violence survivors. Her studies increase awareness and care by teaching nurses to assess for traumatic injury and teaching patients how to appropriately care for themselves afterwards.

Eve Larsen (BS ‘56) is a member of the first graduating class from the BYU College of Nursing. At almost 91 years old, her legacy has inspired dozens of her family members to join the nursing profession. We sat down with Eve and asked her some questions about her time at BYU and her nursing career to capture her memories for the generations to come!

Outside of the hospital, the need for trained nurses is growing ever larger. The Nursing 372 Chronic Disease Management course is advancing students' perspectives of the careers available to them after school.

Dr. Ruda recently won the BYU Career & Experiential Learning Award. The student-nominated, annual award is given to the professor who made a large impact on a student’s experience. One professor per college receives such an honor.

Students and faculty recently presented research at the Western Institute of Nursing (WIN) conference in Spokane, Washington.

This past week, several students from BYU College of Nursing’s Student Nurses’ Association (SNA) chapter attended the National SNA 73rd annual convention in Seattle. While there, the college received a renewal of its Stellar School chapter ranking. The college was one of only twelve recognized nationwide with the accolade.

Graduating students from Fall 2024 and Winter 2025 were commemorated at the 2025 Ceremony.

During her time in the College of Nursing, Pyper Schmutz truly learned what it means to practice the Healer's art! Read about her experiences and accomplishments.

Growing up, Kelby Sosa wanted to be a paramedic so he could help others on what might be their worst day. Now as a recent graduate, he is excited to work in an ICU for a few years before moving on to either work in the catheterization lab assisting doctors in inserting a thin tube into the heart through a blood vessel or study to become a certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA).

Kate Blaine’s experience in BYU College of Nursing is different than the average student. Beyond training to be a nurse, she is also a member of the Army National Guard. She had to balance military training on the weekend with nursing classes during each week and made the most of both!