Minnesota school launches first-of-its-kind bridge program to strengthen Army Reserve, nursing pipeline and readiness
U.S. Army Reserve leaders and academic partners announce the launch of a new Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) bridging program at the University of Missouri–St. Louis (UMSL), April 22, 2026. The program enables Army practical nursing specialists (MOS 68C) to apply their military training toward a BSN degree through an accelerated pathway, strengthening the military medical workforce and supporting healthcare readiness. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Mikayla Fritz)