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A dedicated first-generation nursing student committed to compassionate care and advocacy for underserved communities.

The College of Nursing's Bachelor of Science in Nursing program moved up 80 places in the national ranking to #74 according to U.S. News & World Report undergrad rankings for 2025.

Daniel Fernandez Tamayo, DNP ’24, was awarded the 2024 Archbishop Raymond G. Hunthausen Outstanding Service Award and delivered the valedictory address at Seattle University’s Graduate Commencement ceremony.

Each year, the College of Nursing takes time to acknowledge and honor graduating seniors and doctoral students who have made significant contributions to the university community. This recognition celebrates their hard work, dedication and achievements throughout their academic journey.

Today marks the beginning of National Nurses Week (May 6-12)! We honor each one of our faculty, staff, students, and alumni who represent Seattle University College of Nursing so well throughout our city, region, state, and nation. We also beam with pride and optimism of the impact that our immediate next cohorts of nurses who complete our undergraduate and graduate programs will make