During National Nurses Week, UTMB announced a $4 million gift from the Sealy & Smith Foundation to launch the ISLAND (Integrating Student Living to Advance Nursing Development) Promise.
This transformational initiative will provide tuition assistance, housing support, and a direct pathway to employment at UTMB Health for selected UTMB School of Nursing students, helping remove financial barriers while strengthening the future nursing workforce.
The ISLAND Promise reflects a shared commitment to investing in nurses at every stage while addressing critical workforce needs in healthcare. It also serves as a powerful reminder that honoring nurses means investing in their future.
Thank you to the Sealy & Smith Foundation for its enduring commitment to nursing excellence at UTMB, and to our nurses, whose compassion, expertise, and dedication make a difference every day.