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A world-class city filled with art and culture and an incredible campus that offers cutting edge resources–that’s what students receive at Penn Nursing. And that’s just the start. Penn Nursing and the wider university offer something for everyone, as well as a lifelong community.
Penn Nursing is globally known for educating dynamic nurses—because our School values evidence-based science and health equity. That’s where our expertise lies, whether in research, practice, community health, or beyond. Everything we do upholds a through-line of innovation, encouraging our exceptional students, alumni, and faculty share their knowledge and skills to reshape health care.
Penn Nursing students are bold and unafraid, ready to embrace any challenge that comes their way. Whether you are exploring a career in nursing or interested in advancing your nursing career, a Penn Nursing education will help you meet your goals and become an innovative leader, prepared to change the face of health and wellness.
Penn Nursing is the #1-ranked nursing school in the world. Its highly-ranked programs help develop highly-skilled leaders in health care who are prepared to work alongside communities to tackle issues of health equity and social justice to improve health and wellness for everyone.
Penn Nursing’s rigorous academic curricula are taught by world renowned experts, ensuring that students at every level receive an exceptional Ivy League education. From augmented reality classrooms and clinical simulations to coursework that includes experiential global travel to clinical placements in top notch facilities, a Penn Nursing education prepares our graduates to lead.
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- <div class="hero c-white"><div class="shell"><figure class="hero__background"><picture class="lw_image"><source media="(max-width: 500px)" type="image/webp" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/21/width/500/height/219/crop/1/src_region/0,0,2752,1208/15327_Jackie_Raab_2752x1208.rev.1702668412.webp 2x, /live/image/scale/3x/gid/21/width/500/height/219/crop/1/src_region/0,0,2752,1208/15327_Jackie_Raab_2752x1208.rev.1702668412.webp 3x" data-origin="responsive"/><source media="(max-width: 500px)" type="image/png" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/21/width/500/height/219/crop/1/src_region/0,0,2752,1208/15327_Jackie_Raab_2752x1208.rev.1702668412.png 2x, /live/image/scale/3x/gid/21/width/500/height/219/crop/1/src_region/0,0,2752,1208/15327_Jackie_Raab_2752x1208.rev.1702668412.png 3x" data-origin="responsive"/><source media="(max-width: 800px)" type="image/webp" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/21/width/800/height/351/crop/1/src_region/0,0,2752,1208/15327_Jackie_Raab_2752x1208.rev.1702668412.webp 2x, /live/image/scale/3x/gid/21/width/800/height/351/crop/1/src_region/0,0,2752,1208/15327_Jackie_Raab_2752x1208.rev.1702668412.webp 3x" data-origin="responsive"/><source media="(max-width: 800px)" type="image/png" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/21/width/800/height/351/crop/1/src_region/0,0,2752,1208/15327_Jackie_Raab_2752x1208.rev.1702668412.png 2x, /live/image/scale/3x/gid/21/width/800/height/351/crop/1/src_region/0,0,2752,1208/15327_Jackie_Raab_2752x1208.rev.1702668412.png 3x" data-origin="responsive"/><source media="(max-width: 1200px)" type="image/webp" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/21/width/1200/height/527/crop/1/src_region/0,0,2752,1208/15327_Jackie_Raab_2752x1208.rev.1702668412.webp 2x" data-origin="responsive"/><source media="(max-width: 1200px)" type="image/png" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/21/width/1200/height/527/crop/1/src_region/0,0,2752,1208/15327_Jackie_Raab_2752x1208.rev.1702668412.png 2x" data-origin="responsive"/><source media="(min-width: 1201px)" type="image/webp" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/21/width/1376/height/604/crop/1/src_region/0,0,2752,1208/15327_Jackie_Raab_2752x1208.rev.1702668412.webp 2x" data-origin="responsive"/><source media="(min-width: 1201px)" type="image/png" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/21/width/1376/height/604/crop/1/src_region/0,0,2752,1208/15327_Jackie_Raab_2752x1208.rev.1702668412.png 2x" data-origin="responsive"/><img src="/live/image/gid/21/width/1376/height/604/crop/1/src_region/0,0,2752,1208/15327_Jackie_Raab_2752x1208.rev.1702668412.png" alt="Jackie Raab, Penn Nursing" width="1376" height="604" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/21/width/1376/height/604/crop/1/src_region/0,0,2752,1208/15327_Jackie_Raab_2752x1208.rev.1702668412.png 2x" data-max-w="2752" data-max-h="1208" data-optimized="true"/></picture></figure><!-- /.hero__background --><div class="hero__content"><h1> “Penn truly has the best curriculum for graduate students. The flexibility and quality of content is unmatched.” </h1><div class="hero__actions"><a href="https://penn-nursing-staging.livewhale.net/live/profiles/18625-jackie-raab" class="btn hero__btn"><span>Read about Jackie</span></a><a href="https://penn-nursing-staging.livewhale.net/dnpel/" class="btn hero__btn btn--red"><span>DNP in Executive Leadership</span></a><a href="https://penn-nursing-staging.livewhale.net/our-expertise/practice/" class="btn hero__btn btn--green"><span>Practice</span></a></div><!-- /.hero__actions --></div><!-- /.hero__content --></div><!-- /.shell --></div><!-- /.hero -->
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New Multi-year, Multi-million Dollar Grant Supports Ongoing Partnership Between Penn Nursing and City of Philadelphia
The Philadelphia Community Engagement Alliance (CEAL), funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is pleased to announce a new $5.5 million NIH grant focused on chronic disease self-management among Philadelphia residents. The project builds on a sustained strategic partnership between Penn Nursing, the Philly CEAL Community Advisory Coalition, and the City of Philadelphia’s Office of Community Empowerment and Opportunity (CEO).
- <section class="section-feature-profile-questions bg-c-beige"><div class="shell"><div class="section__inner"><div class="section__image-wrapper"><div class="section__head section__head--mobile"><div class="heading-label section__head-label"><p> Five Questions For... </p></div><!-- /.heading-label --><h2 class="h1"> Breanne Mastromarino </h2><!-- /.h1 --></div><!-- /.section__head section__head-/-mobile --><figure class="section__image media"><picture class="lw_image"><source type="image/webp" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/21/width/480/height/693/crop/1/src_region/0,0,1280,1280/15295_thumbnail_Breanne_Mastromarino_square_1.rev.1702608214.webp 2x" data-origin="responsive"/><source type="image/jpeg" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/21/width/480/height/693/crop/1/src_region/0,0,1280,1280/15295_thumbnail_Breanne_Mastromarino_square_1.rev.1702608214.jpg 2x" data-origin="responsive"/><img src="/live/image/gid/21/width/480/height/693/crop/1/src_region/0,0,1280,1280/15295_thumbnail_Breanne_Mastromarino_square_1.rev.1702608214.jpg" alt="" width="480" height="693" data-max-w="1280" data-max-h="1280" loading="lazy" data-optimized="true"/></picture></figure><!-- /.section__image --></div><!-- /.section__image-wrapper --><div class="section__content"><img src="/live/resource/image/assets/images/svg/arrow.rev.1695159636.svg" class="section__btn js-expand-trigger" alt="" loading="lazy"/><header class="section__head"><div class="heading-label section__head-label"><p> Five Questions For... </p></div><!-- /.heading-label --><h2 class="h1"> Breanne Mastromarino </h2><!-- /.h1 --></header><!-- /.section__head --><div class="section__body"><div class="lw_accordion"><section class="lw_accordion_block"><h4 class="lw_accordion_block_title"><button aria-expanded="false" type="button">What’s your favorite place on campus?</button></h4><div class="lw_accordion_block_content" aria-hidden="true"> John M. Huntsman Hall 2nd Floor Quiet Study Room </div></section><section class="lw_accordion_block"><h4 class="lw_accordion_block_title"><button aria-expanded="false" type="button">What’s your favorite Penn activity / hobby outside of class?</button></h4><div class="lw_accordion_block_content" aria-hidden="true"> Exercising, especially running in Philadelphia </div></section><section class="lw_accordion_block"><h4 class="lw_accordion_block_title"><button aria-expanded="false" type="button">The most memorable moment I’ve had at Penn Nursing so far is…?</button></h4><div class="lw_accordion_block_content" aria-hidden="true"> …receiving recognition for my accomplishments as an undergraduate while knowing that I would one day return as a graduate student by submatriculation. </div></section><section class="lw_accordion_block"><h4 class="lw_accordion_block_title"><button aria-expanded="false" type="button">What is something that you really like about your program of study?</button></h4><div class="lw_accordion_block_content" aria-hidden="true"> I love how flexible and accommodating it is toward students of different paths. We have options to go part-time or full-time and do clinical rotations in a variety of areas especially if they are closer to home. I also love how much emphasis there is on clinical practice and case studies even in didactic courses. Our professors schedule guest lecturers who are experts in their fields to engage us in dynamic learning experiences. </div></section><section class="lw_accordion_block"><h4 class="lw_accordion_block_title"><button aria-expanded="false" type="button">What’s your favorite thing about your cohort and/or the community at Penn?</button></h4><div class="lw_accordion_block_content" aria-hidden="true"> The students in my program share clinical anecdotes from a variety of work backgrounds which helps us learn from one another. </div></section></div></div><!-- /.section__body --></div><!-- /.section__content --></div><!-- /.section__inner --></div><!-- /.shell --></section><!-- /.section-feature-profile-questions -->
- <section class="section-feature-profile-questions bg-c-beige"><div class="shell"><div class="section__inner"><div class="section__image-wrapper"><div class="section__head section__head--mobile"><div class="heading-label section__head-label"><p> Five Questions For... </p></div><!-- /.heading-label --><h2 class="h1"> Huseyin Cakir </h2><!-- /.h1 --></div><!-- /.section__head section__head-/-mobile --><figure class="section__image media"><picture class="lw_image"><source type="image/webp" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/21/width/480/height/693/crop/1/src_region/0,0,3200,3199/15104_655be15ecf708_9926_16879760659434.rev.1700520287.webp 2x, /live/image/scale/3x/gid/21/width/480/height/693/crop/1/src_region/0,0,3200,3199/15104_655be15ecf708_9926_16879760659434.rev.1700520287.webp 3x" data-origin="responsive"/><source type="image/jpeg" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/21/width/480/height/693/crop/1/src_region/0,0,3200,3199/15104_655be15ecf708_9926_16879760659434.rev.1700520287.jpg 2x, /live/image/scale/3x/gid/21/width/480/height/693/crop/1/src_region/0,0,3200,3199/15104_655be15ecf708_9926_16879760659434.rev.1700520287.jpg 3x" data-origin="responsive"/><img src="/live/image/gid/21/width/480/height/693/crop/1/src_region/0,0,3200,3199/15104_655be15ecf708_9926_16879760659434.rev.1700520287.jpg" alt="" width="480" height="693" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/21/width/480/height/693/crop/1/src_region/0,0,3200,3199/15104_655be15ecf708_9926_16879760659434.rev.1700520287.jpg 2x, /live/image/scale/3x/gid/21/width/480/height/693/crop/1/src_region/0,0,3200,3199/15104_655be15ecf708_9926_16879760659434.rev.1700520287.jpg 3x" data-max-w="3200" data-max-h="3199" loading="lazy" data-optimized="true"/></picture></figure><!-- /.section__image --></div><!-- /.section__image-wrapper --><div class="section__content"><img src="/live/resource/image/assets/images/svg/arrow.rev.1695159636.svg" class="section__btn js-expand-trigger" alt="" loading="lazy"/><header class="section__head"><div class="heading-label section__head-label"><p> Five Questions For... </p></div><!-- /.heading-label --><h2 class="h1"> Huseyin Cakir </h2><!-- /.h1 --></header><!-- /.section__head --><div class="section__body"><div class="lw_accordion"><section class="lw_accordion_block"><h4 class="lw_accordion_block_title"><button aria-expanded="false" type="button">What’s your favorite Penn activity / hobby outside of class?</button></h4><div class="lw_accordion_block_content" aria-hidden="true"> I am a part of the Admissions Deans Advisory Board where I work closely with the Dean of Admissions (Whitney Soule) to give a “campus pulse” and student perspective of admissions practices and prospective student retention. </div></section><section class="lw_accordion_block"><h4 class="lw_accordion_block_title"><button aria-expanded="false" type="button">The most memorable moment I’ve had at Penn Nursing so far is…?</button></h4><div class="lw_accordion_block_content" aria-hidden="true"> One of my most memorable moments at Penn Nursing was the journey from struggling on my first two exams in Anatomy and Physiology to achieving a significant improvement on my final exam, finishing the class with a strong grade. This transformation not only highlights my determination but also the support I received from my professors. It’s a testament to the importance of adaptability and the willingness to revise my study habits when facing obstacles. Overcoming adversity in a rigorous course like Anatomy and Physiology is no small feat, and my success reflects my hard work and the valuable guidance provided by my professors. This experience is a reminder that the journey through nursing school isn’t always smooth, but the ability to learn from setbacks and use them as stepping stones to success defines a dedicated student. </div></section><section class="lw_accordion_block"><h4 class="lw_accordion_block_title"><button aria-expanded="false" type="button">What is something that you really like about your program of study?</button></h4><div class="lw_accordion_block_content" aria-hidden="true"> I really like the different ranges and clinical placement locations in our program of study. It’s great to see that we often get the opportunity to work at the best hospitals in the area, and we’re paired up with very experienced and knowledgeable clinical instructors. This hands-on experience is invaluable, as it not only provides us with exposure to various healthcare settings but also allows us to learn from some of the best in the field, making our education not only comprehensive but also practical and rewarding. </div></section><section class="lw_accordion_block"><h4 class="lw_accordion_block_title"><button aria-expanded="false" type="button">What’s your favorite thing about your cohort and/or the community at Penn?</button></h4><div class="lw_accordion_block_content" aria-hidden="true"> My favorite thing about my cohort and the Penn community is the close-knit nature of our nursing cohort. With roughly 100 students per year, we spend the majority of our time together in classes, clinical placements, and various nursing-related activities. As a senior now, our class feels like a big family. The significance of these nursing cohorts cannot be overstated; we’ve built strong bonds, shared experiences, and supported each other throughout our academic journey. The sense of community and camaraderie within our cohort not only enhances the learning experience but also creates lasting friendships and a sense of belonging that is truly special. </div></section><section class="lw_accordion_block"><h4 class="lw_accordion_block_title"><button aria-expanded="false" type="button">What or who has inspired you the most while pursuing your degree, and why?</button></h4><div class="lw_accordion_block_content" aria-hidden="true"> I was a personal trainer in high school, and what inspired me the most during my pursuit of a nursing degree was the experience of helping people both physically and mentally when it came to their health and well-being. The fulfillment I found in assisting individuals in their fitness journeys made me realize that nursing was the career path with the most transferable skills within the healthcare field. Nursing allows me to continue making a positive impact on people’s lives, not only in terms of their physical health but also their overall well-being, which has been a driving force in my educational journey. </div></section></div></div><!-- /.section__body --></div><!-- /.section__content --></div><!-- /.section__inner --></div><!-- /.shell --></section><!-- /.section-feature-profile-questions -->
- <section class="section-feature-profile-questions bg-c-beige"><div class="shell"><div class="section__inner"><div class="section__image-wrapper"><div class="section__head section__head--mobile"><div class="heading-label section__head-label"><p> Five Questions For... </p></div><!-- /.heading-label --><h2 class="h1"> Taylor Jaaska </h2><!-- /.h1 --></div><!-- /.section__head section__head-/-mobile --><figure class="section__image media"><picture class="lw_image"><source type="image/webp" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/21/width/480/height/693/crop/1/src_region/0,0,2398,3200/15099_655be15bb0eb3_9834_16879760659434.rev.1700520284.webp 2x, /live/image/scale/3x/gid/21/width/480/height/693/crop/1/src_region/0,0,2398,3200/15099_655be15bb0eb3_9834_16879760659434.rev.1700520284.webp 3x" data-origin="responsive"/><source type="image/jpeg" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/21/width/480/height/693/crop/1/src_region/0,0,2398,3200/15099_655be15bb0eb3_9834_16879760659434.rev.1700520284.jpg 2x, /live/image/scale/3x/gid/21/width/480/height/693/crop/1/src_region/0,0,2398,3200/15099_655be15bb0eb3_9834_16879760659434.rev.1700520284.jpg 3x" data-origin="responsive"/><img src="/live/image/gid/21/width/480/height/693/crop/1/src_region/0,0,2398,3200/15099_655be15bb0eb3_9834_16879760659434.rev.1700520284.jpg" alt="" width="480" height="693" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/21/width/480/height/693/crop/1/src_region/0,0,2398,3200/15099_655be15bb0eb3_9834_16879760659434.rev.1700520284.jpg 2x, /live/image/scale/3x/gid/21/width/480/height/693/crop/1/src_region/0,0,2398,3200/15099_655be15bb0eb3_9834_16879760659434.rev.1700520284.jpg 3x" data-max-w="2398" data-max-h="3200" loading="lazy" data-optimized="true"/></picture></figure><!-- /.section__image --></div><!-- /.section__image-wrapper --><div class="section__content"><img src="/live/resource/image/assets/images/svg/arrow.rev.1695159636.svg" class="section__btn js-expand-trigger" alt="" loading="lazy"/><header class="section__head"><div class="heading-label section__head-label"><p> Five Questions For... </p></div><!-- /.heading-label --><h2 class="h1"> Taylor Jaaska </h2><!-- /.h1 --></header><!-- /.section__head --><div class="section__body"><div class="lw_accordion"><section class="lw_accordion_block"><h4 class="lw_accordion_block_title"><button aria-expanded="false" type="button">What’s your favorite place to eat on campus or in the city?</button></h4><div class="lw_accordion_block_content" aria-hidden="true"> Kalaya in Fishtown </div></section><section class="lw_accordion_block"><h4 class="lw_accordion_block_title"><button aria-expanded="false" type="button">What’s your favorite place on campus?</button></h4><div class="lw_accordion_block_content" aria-hidden="true"> The cobblestone streets right in the middle of campus </div></section><section class="lw_accordion_block"><h4 class="lw_accordion_block_title"><button aria-expanded="false" type="button">What is something that you really like about your program of study?</button></h4><div class="lw_accordion_block_content" aria-hidden="true"> I love how the WHNP/CNM program emphasizes the importance of the history of health care, social impacts, current issues in society, and important reproductive justice information along with the course curriculum </div></section><section class="lw_accordion_block"><h4 class="lw_accordion_block_title"><button aria-expanded="false" type="button">What’s your favorite thing about your cohort and/or the community at Penn?</button></h4><div class="lw_accordion_block_content" aria-hidden="true"> Everyone is so excited to be there. It truly feels like everyone wants the best for each other and does everything they can to uplift one-another. </div></section><section class="lw_accordion_block"><h4 class="lw_accordion_block_title"><button aria-expanded="false" type="button">What or who has inspired you the most while pursuing your degree, and why?</button></h4><div class="lw_accordion_block_content" aria-hidden="true"> One of our faculty, Casey Benchimol, has been incredibly inspiring. Their lectures not only teach required content but bring about important social topics, discuss the “hard things”, create space to express and feel different emotions and ideas, and make you feel heard and respected. They are a wonderful faculty member and the WHNP/CNM program is incredibly lucky to have them! </div></section></div></div><!-- /.section__body --></div><!-- /.section__content --></div><!-- /.section__inner --></div><!-- /.shell --></section><!-- /.section-feature-profile-questions -->
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Through policy-relevant and community-engaged research, I strive to build knowledge and partnerships between maternal-fetal medicine and the Reproductive Justice movement to enhance care and equity for people experiencing fetal complications during pregnancy.
Having the opportunity to develop a primary care workforce that can equitably address the needs of vulnerable populations and underserved communities will be transformative.
When I was in nursing school, I never expected that one day I would help nurses around the globe prepare students for specialty careers.
Check yourself before you wreck yourself, my favorite skiing quote, is an apt reminder to challenge your reasoning ahead of determining a patient’s most-likely diagnosis.
While at Penn I thrived in the challenges and opportunities found in community health nursing. Penn Nursing prepared me for population-based care as well as individual care provided in a community-based setting—which have been a focus for most of my nursing career.
My primary research interest is testing symptom management strategies to improve the lives of people chronic illnesses.
I’ve had strong mentors who have helped me identify my strengths and develop as a leader during my time as a graduate student at The University of Pennsylvania as well as during my time working in healthcare administration. I hope to provide this same mentorship and guidance to graduate students as they navigate their education and subsequent careers.
We prepare students to embrace the full potential of the pediatric acute care and neonatal nurse practitioner roles upon graduation, providing the foundation for them to not only become excellent clinicians but also engage in quality improvement, health policy and advocacy, education, leadership, and community activities.
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Welcome Back Fall 2024: A Message from Dean Villarruel
At the start of this fall semester, I welcome you—not just to the hustle of a new semester, but to a renewed chance to be part of our vibrant Penn Nursing community. We talk a lot about what we want our culture to be at the School, and for me the thing that makes the biggest difference is being deliberate about connecting with people. We need to understand how connecting reinforces our community and our health—and wards off isolation that can lead to loneliness.
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Nurturing the Next Generation of Nurses
See how Dean Villarruel and Penn Nursing students and IBX Foundation nurse interns, Leslie Njingang and José Maciel, are nurturing the next generation of nurses by emphasizing the importance of patient care and advocacy.
