A Message from Dean Patricia Simino Boyce, PhD, RN
At the Marion Peckham Egan School of Nursing and Health Studies at Fairfield University, we prepare healthcare professionals to lead with knowledge, compassion, and purpose. Inspired by the Jesuit tradition, we offer a holistic education that blends academic excellence, ethical reflection, and the highest standards of professional practice.
Our distinguished faculty — educators, scholars, and clinicians — bring real-world expertise and a deep commitment to student success. They foster a learning environment that emphasizes critical thinking, innovation, and personalized mentorship. Students are immersed in experiential learning experiences through partnerships with leading health systems, community organizations, and other service providers to create rich, interprofessional training opportunities. This hands-on learning, combined with rigorous coursework equips graduates to meet today’s complex health and human service challenges and to shape the future of care across disciplines, settings, and communities.
What sets Fairfield apart is our intentional community — where students are truly known and supported, relationships matter, student success is a shared priority, and lifelong connections are built. The impact of an Egan education extends far beyond graduation, reflected in the leadership, advocacy, and care our alumni bring to the world. We invite you to join us in advancing the future of health and healing and a shared vision for a healthier, more compassionate world.
