What follows is a synthesis of the issues and possible school repsonses discussed at these sessions. Research is primary means for gaining external recognition. Research differentiates our SON with from other schools of nursing in region. To solidly DSN program, school must demonstrably be committed to research. Nursing leaders of future must be solidly grounded in research.
Nursing research can make significant contributions to evolvingpattern of health care delivery.
The importance of research needs to be better articulated within the mission statement and integrated within school's culture and value system. Host an annual reception at school and structure so that posters around school on research are visible and associated faculty are available to discuss with guests. Consolidate SON web-pages so that there is a logical path to finding information about research at school. Name a web-master for the school. Ask Mary Martha Stinnett to coordinate more intereaction between Development Office and SON faculty.