Department of Nursing
Kansas Wesleyan University’s Nursing program embraces the Power of AND, proving that students do not have to choose between pursuing a nursing degree and continuing the activities they love. Through intentional support, flexible planning, and collaboration across campus, KWU helps nursing students stay involved in athletics, student organizations, campus leadership, and other meaningful experiences while preparing for a rewarding healthcare career.
At KWU, the goal is to develop not only skilled nurses, but well-rounded individuals. By creating clear pathways and support systems that balance academic rigor with student engagement, the Nursing program empowers students to thrive in the classroom, on the field, on the stage and beyond. It’s a commitment to helping students answer their calling to nursing while continuing to pursue their passions.
In fact, below is a list of recent KWU graduates who participated in their sport while in the Nursing program:
Women’s Volleyball: Chelsea James ’24, Eden Schilder ’26
Women’s Basketball: Angel Lee ’25, Brooke Strine ’26, Hannah Goetz ’24
Track and Field/Cross Country: Jake Cruz ’26, Liz Stout ’26
Softball: Madysn Havenstein ’26, Brylee Potter ’25, Jenna Soule ’25, Kyndyll Garrison ’25, Lauren Blue ’24
Women’s Soccer: Alex Muro ’26, Hannah Castro ’26, Bella Galvan ’26, Maleia Jackson ’25
Baseball: Brett Maddock ’25
The baccalaureate degree program with a major in nursing at Kansas Wesleyan University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education: 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
The Kansas Wesleyan University baccalaureate nursing program is approved by the Kansas State Board of Nursing: Landon State Office Building, 900 SW Jackson, Suite 1051, Topeka, Kansas 66612-1230, Phone: 785-296-4929, Fax: 785-2963929, ksbn.kansas.gov.
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Nursing at KWU from a Student’s Perspective
“The small class size has really allowed me and other students in my class to have a personalized education. The professors have unwavering support for the students and they genuinely want to see you succeed.”
– Bella Galvan ’26
Nursing Major and All-Conference Soccer Honoree
Hear more from Bella as she discusses her experience at KWU.
Kansas Wesleyan’s nursing program equipped me with the vital clinical skills and compassionate mindset needed to care for individuals from all walks of life. The close-knit KWU community fostered meaningful connections between professors and students, creating a supportive environment where mentorship thrived. Through the program, I was given access to valuable job connections and professional opportunities even before graduation, setting me up for success. Beyond academics, Kansas Wesleyan encouraged a well-rounded college experience, allowing others and myself to remain actively involved in activities such as athletics and music while pursuing our nursing degree.
HANDS-ON LEARNING
In the Classroom and in the Field
Practical Experience
Students gain hands-on experience in a wide variety of clinical practice sites, such as Salina Regional Health Center, Presbyterian Manor, medical offices, and throughout the school districts.
Scholarships and Employment
The Salina community and surrounding areas continue to benefit from an agreement between KWU and Salina Regional Health Center that was developed to expand opportunities for KWU student nurses by providing additional financial support for their education and then employ many of our graduates once they receive their Registered Nurse license.
Community Support
Salina Regional Health Foundation has given its vote of confidence in the KWU Nursing degree by providing a $1,000,000 gift to the Kansas Wesleyan University Foundation to establish the Salina Regional Health Center Chair in Nursing Education.
Belonging Statement
The Department of Nursing prepares students to provide compassionate, respectful care across diverse settings. Belonging in our program means students feel supported academically and personally as they develop professional identity. These values guide our teaching, admissions, and community engagement. Updated May 2026
Nursing Education Center
The Kansas Wesleyan University Nursing Education Center opened for classes Jan. 12, 2021 and was formally dedicated in a virtual ceremony Feb. 19 of that year. The building — KWU’s first new, on-campus facility dedicated entirely to academics in more than 50 years — was the culmination of a true community effort. Salina Regional Health Center and its foundation provided the initial impetus for the project by gifting both the building itself and a financial element. Many others invested in the future of Nursing Education in central Kansas by supporting this project.
