2023-2024 Fulbright Scholar

Congratulations to Rachel Anderson Doctor of Nursing Practice student who is one of the UW students recognized as a 2023-2024 Fulbright Scholar.

Hometown: Fort Collins, CO

Graduation Year/Program: DNP, 2027

What is your research/areas of interest?

Infant mental health and perinatal mental health; pediatric infectious diseases

Why did you choose nursing?

Nursing has great flexibility and I like the ability to work in a variety of settings that incorporate research and patient-facing aspects.

How has your experience at the School of Nursing helped you with your career trajectory?

I have done the ABSN and part of the DNP at UW and the faculty support and access to research institutes such as the Barnard Center have been such a gift.

What are your plans after graduation?

I hope to continue to work in research and pursue a per diem level one nursery position.