An Ursuline nun is a member of the Ursuline Order, a Roman Catholic religious community founded in 1535 by Saint Angela Merici in Italy. The order is dedicated to the education and spiritual development of young women. Ursuline nuns are known for their commitment to teaching, social justice, and community service. Ursuline nuns often run schools and educational programs, emphasizing the importance of education in fostering personal and spiritual growth. They live a life of prayer, community, and service, following the teachings of the Catholic Church while also adapting to the needs of the modern world.