The Jean School of Nursing and Health Sciences is delighted to welcome Haley Swartz, Ph.D., as the new Coordinator for Student Academic Success and Support for the undergraduate nursing program.
Swartz is an educator and researcher with two decades of experience in teaching, advising, and administration in secondary and higher education. With a specific focus on health and medical communication, Swartz has published research covering a variety of topics such as instructional design, visual and multimodal rhetorics, and pedagogy in top academic journals. Swartz is the recipient of the 2025 Outstanding Graduate Research Award from Clemson University, and she has also received recognition from Florida Atlantic University and the University of San Diego for her innovative pedagogy.
Along with these impressive accolades, Swartz is proficient in designing solutions to address student learning needs. “I am so grateful to have received support from the Bedford Falls Foundation so that Dr. Swartz could join our academic team. Her single focus is to provide students with guidance and access to the support needed to successfully complete our nursing program,” says Diane Uzarski, Inaugural Dean of the Jean School.
This semester, Swartz has been working closely with faculty in the Academic Resource Center to efficiently address any academic concerns that undergraduate nursing students may have. “In my first semester at Saint Anselm, I have been meeting with students to tailor study strategies, organization, and time management, connecting them with campus resources, and collaborating with faculty,” says Swartz. The undergraduate nursing students can rely on Swartz to provide them with the necessary skills and tools to flourish in a rigorous academic setting. Her vast experience in the field of education has equipped her with the ability to assist students in a variety of ways.
Swartz is already making her mark on the Jean School, but she also has some exciting plans for the future of the undergraduate nursing program. According to Swartz, “a key next step will be building an alumni mentorship program that links students to real-world insight and opportunity, ensuring students have both support and direction as they navigate coursework and prepare for practice.”
As a motivated leader and dedicated advocate for students in pursuit of equitable education, Swartz proves to be an excellent addition to the Jean School team. “I am thrilled to support our undergraduate nursing students as they build the habits, confidence, and community that drive success,” says Swartz.