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From classroom to the community: Transforming health in underserved areas

  Across South Texas, the future of healthcare is being shaped by a new generation of health professionals who are preparing to serve the communities that need them most. Through education, mentorship and hands-on experiences, they are building the skills and connections needed to expand access to care and strengthen the healthcare workforce for generations […]


Cross-institutional pilot grant supports study of personalized approach to diabetes prevention

A new cross-institutional research study between The University of Texas at San Antonio and Texas State University aims to better understand how diet, genetics and physical activity interact to influence diabetes risk.


Global Health Program builds nurse leaders with broad worldview

  A chance conversation at a high school reunion eventually led to a request for assistance from the president of Zambia for Kenneth P. Miller, PhD, MJ, RN, CFNP, FAAN, FAANP, associate dean for ambulatory services at The University of Texas at San Antonio School of Nursing. While catching up with a friar at his […]


UT San Antonio ranks in top 13% of universities worldwide for research excellence

UT San Antonio now ranks in the top 13%, placing 296 out of 2,250 institutions worldwide. UT San Antonio’s research enterprise is recognized as a globally competitive leader in clinical and academic research, innovation and impact.


UT San Antonio receives final approval from national accrediting agency

The University of Texas at San Antonio met its accreditation standards as a merged university, completing the required process for institutional-level accreditation for a merger as affirmed by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).


Five faculty recognized among nursing’s top leaders

Five School of Nursing faculty members have been inducted as 2026 fellows of prestigious national organizations, recognizing their leadership and contributions to advancing nursing practice, research and healthcare.


Becker’s Dental + DSO Review: DSOs, dental schools and companies secure $270M in funding boons

Becker’s Dental + DSO Review: DSOs, dental schools and companies secure $270M in funding boons


The New York Times: Raising Dementia Awareness, One Black Church at a Time

The New York Times: Raising Dementia Awareness, One Black Church at a Time


KENS 5: UTSA graduates from health programs walk the stage

KENS 5: UTSA graduates from health programs walk the stage


Health professional schools celebrate commencement, academic milestones

When the 1,190 spring and summer graduates of The University of Texas at San Antonio’s six health professional schools walk across commencement stages this weekend, they will begin the next chapter of careers and advanced training dedicated to improving health and well-being. The achievement is the culmination of countless hours spent in laboratories and study rooms, lecture halls and clinical spaces.


The nurse she was always meant to be

A childhood illness that left her bedridden and relearning to walk became the moment Brooke Heche discovered nursing. This May, she will graduate in the School of Nursing’s Class of 2026.


UT San Antonio School of Nursing named best in Texas for hybrid learning

The School of Nursing has been named “Best for Hybrid Learning” for psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner programs in Texas by Allnurses, and ranked second overall in the state.


UT San Antonio faculty recognized at Shine Academy conference

  Several faculty members from The University of Texas at San Antonio were recognized for excellence and innovation in health science education at the 2026 Kenneth I. Shine, M.D., Academy of Health Science Innovation Annual Conference. The Shine Academy fosters excellence in health sciences education by recognizing outstanding educators and advancing innovation in the field. […]


UT San Antonio nursing leader inducted into international research Hall of Fame

Lixin Song of UT San Antonio’s School of Nursing is inducted into Sigma’s International Nurse Researcher Hall of Fame for her global impact in cancer and caregiving research.


New study aims to guide prostate cancer patients through early treatment decisions

  For more than 20 years, Lixin Song, PhD, RN, FAAN, vice dean for research and scholarship and professor of nursing at The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) School of Nursing, has studied how cancer patients and their families navigate the challenging experience of making decisions about treatment while facing uncertainty, […]


Wellness 360 Pediatrics earns Level 1 Trauma-Informed Care Certification

UT Health San Antonio’s Wellness 360 Pediatrics nursing practice has earned Level 1 Trauma-Informed Care certification from the Ecumenical Center, joining a growing coalition of Bexar County organizations committed to delivering care that heals without causing further harm.


San Antonio Express-News: These 5 San Antonio schools have high-ranking graduate programs, according to a new report

San Antonio Express-News: These 5 San Antonio schools have high-ranking graduate programs, according to a new report


Houston Chronicle: U.S. News ranked America’s best graduate programs. Here are the top Texas schools.

Houston Chronicle: U.S. News ranked America’s best graduate programs. Here are the top Texas schools.


MarketWatch: UT Health San Antonio announces $6.5 million gift to strengthen pediatric health workforce through new Harvey E. Najim Pediatric Health Scholars Program

MarketWatch: UT Health San Antonio announces $6.5 million gift to strengthen pediatric health workforce through new Harvey E. Najim Pediatric Health Scholars Program