Welcome to the Upstate Nursing Alumni Association!
Serving more than 3,000 alumni living and working coast-to-coast across the United States.
MISSION
The Nursing Alumni Association enhances educational excellence for Upstate’s nursing students and supports the professional development of alumni, students, and faculty in order to positively influence the health of our community.
We accomplish this by supporting scholarships, continuing education and clinical skills workshops, student professional enrichment opportunities, and other priority needs of the College of Nursing and our alumni community.
VALUES
Integrity • Professional Excellence • Lifelong Learning • Service • Inclusion • Mentorship • Community
MEMBERSHIP
All students of the College of Nursing are automatically members of the Nursing Alumni Association. From their first day as a student through every stage of their professional journey, graduates remain part of a strong, supportive, and engaged Upstate nursing community.
The association fosters meaningful connections between alumni, students, and faculty while creating opportunities for mentorship, networking, and continued professional growth.
OUR COMMITMENT TO STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS
The Nursing Alumni Association is proud to support scholarships that help reduce financial barriers and empower the next generation of nurses. Thanks to the generosity of alumni and friends, these scholarships recognize academic achievement, leadership, and dedication to compassionate patient care.
SUPPORTING NURSING EXCELLENCE
Gifts to the Nursing Alumni Association help strengthen the College of Nursing and enhance the alumni experience through scholarships, student programming, professional development opportunities, alumni engagement events, and emerging needs of the college.
Thank you for supporting Upstate nurses — past, present, and future.
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ALUMNI NEWS AND UPDATES
EMERGING TRENDS IN HEALTHCARE: WHEN VIDEO GAMES AND VR MEET SCIENCE
Thursday, April 2 | 5:30 PM | CNY Biotech Accelerator
Join us for the second installment of our Emerging Trends in Healthcare series for an interactive evening exploring how cutting-edge technology is transforming behavioral health research and care. This engaging session will highlight how innovative tools—like video game platforms and immersive virtual reality—are helping researchers better understand treatment relapse and develop new ways to support children with autism. Through live demonstrations and conversation, you’ll see how discoveries move from the lab into real-world clinical settings where they can directly improve patient care. Sponsored by the Alumni Associations of the Upstate College of Health Professions and the Upstate College of Nursing, this free event is open to Upstate employees, alumni, and community members.
Additionally, the event will provide 1 Continuing Education Unit (CEU; at least 50 minutes of learning) for behavior analysts.
Refreshments will be served, so come curious, bring a colleague or friend, and join the conversation about how today’s research is shaping the future of healthcare.
*Pre-Registration is required.
https://tinyurl.com/EmergingTrends01
WHITE COAT ROCK IS BACK!
The prescription worked… so we’re writing another one.
WHITE COAT ROCK: Take 2 (and call me in the morning), is the follow-up appointment nobody wants to miss. Upstate Medical University’s own Spinal Chords are back on stage, proving once again that clinical talent and musical chops go hand in hand. And because one dose just isn’t enough this year, the band is delivering TWO full sets of live rock, country, and pop favorites.
Made up of Upstate students, physicians, and staff, Spinal Chords trades rounds for riffs and lectures for loud guitars, bringing the same energy and teamwork they use in healthcare straight to the stage. Expect powerhouse vocals, driving guitars, keys, bass, and drums that will keep the crowd moving all night long.
Plus, kicking off the night are special guests Southbound Train, bringing a crowd-pleasing mix of country favorites and classic rock anthems to set the tone for a night of high energy grooves. Keep an eye out for a familiar face: Spinal Chords guitarist Shaun Sergott pulls double duty, taking the stage with both bands.
Get your advance tickets BY CLICKING HERE.
DON'T FORGET THE MERCH!
Celebrate WHITE COAT ROCK: Take 2 (and call me in the morning) with this limited-edition commemorative tee! Available for a limited time only, proceeds support the Upstate Nursing and College of Health Professions Alumni Associations — helping fund the future of healthcare in Central New York.
Order by March 28th to guarantee you have yours for the show!
Visit our Bonfire Store to Order:
https://www.bonfire.com/wcr-take2/
Upstate College of Nursing DNP Poster Presenations
Join us for an evening of discovery and innovation as our Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) students present their evidence-based projects aimed at transforming healthcare.
📅 Tuesday, April 7, 2026 | 🕓 4:00 – 7:00 PM
📍 Central NY Biotech Accelerator | 841 E Fayette St, Syracuse, NY 13210
Why Attend?
✅ Explore cutting-edge projects tackling real-world healthcare challenges
✅ Connect with faculty, healthcare professionals, and fellow alumni
✅ Gain insight into the future of nursing and healthcare innovation
This event is open to students, faculty, healthcare professionals, families, and community members.
✨ Light refreshments will be served.
Get yours now at our online store
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