The concepts of caring, change, nursing, person, health and environment form the organizing framework for our philosophy, and give direction to our course objectives, learning experiences and program outcomes. These components are reflected in the undergraduate and graduate programs. Teaching students to care for others must take place in a caring, respectful community. Faculty and students are accountable for maintaining ethical and professional standards. Learning is a lifelong, interactive flexible process that fosters creativity, risk-taking, and responsible decision making.
Individuals have different ways of knowing and learning about the world.
Students will value the unique characteristics and holistic nature of people in a global society. The Department must create an academic environment that fosters ongoing growth of faculty and students as learners, professional practitioners, and researchers.