School of Nursing & Health Professions News

Each day, 12,000 people are bitten by venomous snakes worldwide. Three USF graduates are working towards the antidote.

Nikita Landfield ’26 talks about internships, software, and the importance of embracing what you don’t know.

More than two decades ago, Professor Bruce Wydick helped lay the foundations of the M.S. in International and Development Economics (IDEC) program at USF. He has played a central role in shaping the program’s mission and academic rigor.

At a time when each job opening receives an average of 150 applications, how can you stand out? 

Alistair Ateshian ’26 talks about internships, venture capital, AI, and the investment lab at USF.

Courtney Jeffries ’06, alumna of the University of San Francisco’s Sport Management Master’s program, has carved an innovative path at the intersection of sports, technology, and entrepreneurship.

Alyssa Nakken ’15, the first full-time female coach in Major League Baseball history, has been named the 2025 recipient of the USF Sport Management Alumni of the Year Award.

The San Francisco Pride Parade is one of the largest Pride celebrations across the country, with this year's estimated attendance close to 50,000 people. This year's theme “Queer Joy is Resistance” serves as a powerful reminder of the community's ongoing resilience and its bold vision for a more just and radiant future.

Yuan Lu MS ’25 talks about research, neural networks, and the importance of finding your passion. 

Eve Mendez ’06, MA ’09, a mother and Double Don, shares how USF shaped her path from the San Francisco Giants, 49ers, and Golden State Warriors to the FIFA Club World Cup and why community remains at the heart of her work.