By Dr. Schola Matovu: Nurse Scientist, Professor & Global Health Scholar [Gerontology | Caregiving | Advancing Nursing Leadership & Global Learning And We Think Nursing Is Hard: What Nurse Agnes
By Dr. Schola Matovu | Nursing Professor | Nurse Scientist | Director of Global Learning and Engagement There is a question in nursing that we do not ask often enough—but should:
In today’s digital world, staying connected goes beyond just one platform. If you’re looking for insightful content, professional updates, and engaging conversations, you can now follow Dr. Schola Matovu across
By Dr. Schola Matovu | Nursing Professor | Nurse Scientist | Director of Global Learning and Engagement Who Are We? There is something in nursing that we don’t talk about enough—but
By Dr. Schola Matovu | Nursing Professor | Nurse Scientist | Director of Global Learning and Engagement Why This Matters Now Global health is at an inflection point.We are navigating a
By Dr. Schola Matovu | Nursing Professor | Nurse Scientist | Director of Global Learning and Engagement Redefining the Trenches There is a phrase we use often in nursing: “nurses in
Dr. Matovu with Her Excellency, the Vice President of the Republic of Uganda, Jessica Rose Epel Alupo; Her Excellency, the Minister of Health of Uganda, Hon. Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng
By Dr. Schola Matovu | Nursing Professor | Nurse Scientist | Director of Global Learning and Engagement Who Are We? There is something in nursing that we don’t talk about enough—but
Dr. Schola Matovu’s dedication to advancing global health and nursing science has been recognized through prestigious honors, including the Early Career Global Health Scientist Award from the UCSF Institute for
NJN (Not ‘Just’ a Nurse) Podcast is to amplify the voices of nurses as leaders, innovators, scientists, and advocates who are shaping healthcare, influencing policy, and improving lives in communities
The Grand Experience is a community-informed podcast dedicated to amplifying the voices of grandparent-caregivers and increasing public awareness of the challenges, research, and support services that shape their experiences. By
As Director of Global Learning and Engagement at the University of Utah College of Nursing (UUCON), Dr. Schola Matovu leads initiatives that expand the visibility and impact of global health
In 2017, Dr. Schola Matovu was honored to deliver the valedictorian address at her PhD graduation ceremony at the University of California, marking a meaningful milestone in her academic journey.
On September 19, 2026, Dr. Schola Matovu was invited to serve as the Keynote Speaker at the Children’s Service Society of Utah’s Annual Gala and Silent Auction. Addressing an audience
Transcultural Grandparent Caregiving & Wellbeing My program of research focuses on promoting the health and well-being of grandmothers who are primary caregivers for their grandchildren. My work highlights how caregiving
“In my leadership role as the Director of Global Learning and Engagement at the University of Utah College of Nursing, I lead the vision and strategic development of our Global
EW2 was born from my belief that when women are grounded in their values, care for their whole selves, and lift one another with intention, they create ripples of transformation
NTNGI is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening nurse leadership and professional development in low-resource settings. Through this work, we aim to prepare nurses as transformational leaders who uplift others,
Funded by: The Betty Irene Moore Fellowship for Nurse Leaders and Innovators of the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation
Funded by: Fogarty International Center (1K01TW012427-01A1) of the National Institute of Health
Supported by: University of California GloCal Health Fellowship, Co-funded by the Fogarty International Center (D43TW009343) and the National Institute of Mental Health
By Dr. Schola Matovu | Nursing Professor | Nurse Scientist | Director of Global Learning and Engagement What does it actually take to turn a story into policy? I used to
posted on womenlifthealth In honor of International Nurses Day, Schola Matovu, an alumna of WomenLift Health’s North America 2021 cohort, reflects on her identity as a nurse, a woman, and
As a member of the Nursing Leadership Think Tank, I was honored to contribute to the centenary celebrations of the Uganda Nurses and Midwifery Council in November 2022—a historic milestone
Dr. Schola Matovu was invited to serve as the Keynote Speaker at the Rotary International Nurses and Midwives Conference. Addressing a global audience of interdisciplinary professionals, she spoke on the
By The WomenLift Health Team We spoke with Schola Matovu, Assistant Professor, University of Utah College of Nursing, and one of the members of our 2021 U.S. Leadership Journey. Read
