The mission of the Department of Nursing is to provide professional nursing education at the undergraduate and graduate levels that:
encourages the student to think critically and to utilize nursing theory, related sciences and humanities to improve their practice
assists the student to internalize professional values and standards of practice
provides learning experiences that acknowledge the needs of a diversified student population with varied nursing practice experience
encourages students to actively participate in all aspects of their educational experiences
promotes tolerance and acceptance of diversity in individuals and groups and organizations
facilitates student development of a spirit of inquiry, personal satisfaction and a commitment to lifelong learning
supports the advancement of knowledge and the nursing profession through scholarly and creative endeavors
reflects socially responsible standards of professional nursing
