Congratulations to Doctor of Nursing Practice student Rachel Anderson, who was recognized as a 2023–2024 Fulbright Scholar.
Hometown: Fort Collins, CO
Graduation year/program: DNP, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Primary Care; 2027
What are 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 I nursery position.