Advancing Oncology Care Through a DNP Lens: A Q&A with Lakisha McDonald
Lakisha McDonald explains how her DNP education empowers her to impact oncology patient care, health systems, and policy beyond the bedside.
Cardiology Nurse Practitioner Insights: Training, Mentorship, Impact
Duke School of Nursing alumnus Jesuit Nugas reflects on the people, moments, and values that shaped his vision for and commitment to compassionate cardiac care.
A Defining Moment for Duke School of Nursing: Nurse Scientists Inspire Future Leaders
Associate Professor Michael Cary, PhD, RN, FAAN; Associate Professor Tolu Oyesanya, PhD, RN; and Associate Professor Schenita Randolph, PhD, MPH, RN, FAAN—the first Black nurse scientists at Duke University School of Nursing to be granted tenure in the School's history—have very different areas of focus in their research.
QA with Nurse Scientist Schenita Randolph
Dr. Schenita Randolph reflects on her career path, her dedication to mentoring the next generation of nurse scientists, and her passion for community-engaged research.
QA with Nurse Scientist Michael Cary
Dr. Michael Cary shares factors that shaped his career, his philosophy of mentorship, and how Duke has supported his research and interdisciplinary collaboration.
QA with Nurse Scientist Tolu Oyesanya
Dr. Tolu Oyesanya reflects on the inspiration for her career, the importance of mentorship, and the role of Duke in her career trajectory as a nurse scientist.
Duke University School of Nursing Rises to #2 in 2026 U.S. News & World Report Online Rankings
Duke University School of Nursing's distance-based Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program is now ranked #2 overall according to the U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 online nursing school rankings, rising one spot from last year.
Innovation Starts Here: A CRNA’s Path from Rural Kansas to Duke
At Duke, Matthew Donegan discovered that innovation isn’t just a course but a mindset, one that’s reshaping his approach to nursing, leadership, and future entrepreneurial goals.
Which Nurse Practitioner Major Is Right for You? A Guide for RNs Considering Advanced Practice
Explore Duke University School of Nursing’s Master of Science in Nursing Nurse Practitioner programs and compare eight NP majors, including Family NP, Neonatal NP, and Psychiatric NP. Learn about populations served, practice settings, and career paths to find the right NP specialty for your goals.