School of Health Sciences

The social-justice mindset of St. Edward’s reaches far beyond our hilltop campus, impacting the greater Austin area and contributing to the well-being of communities and the world.

Guided by our Holy Cross mission and strategic plan, the core values of our Health Systems & Administration, Nursing and Occupational Therapy programs focus on academic excellence, respectful care, integrity, ethics, and social responsibility.

The real-world, hands-on experiences our students receive ensures graduates of our programs are positioned to address issues of disparity, justice and equity within healthcare, and to support culturally relevant care. Speaking of their recent internship, one student said, “I learned how strong communication, leadership, and safety planning are in healthcare settings…. It confirmed my interest in pursuing [a career in health systems and administration].”

We want all of our students to have these kinds of experiences, and we can’t do it without you. Will you support future healthcare professionals during #LoveBlueGiveGold this year?