Its purpose is to provide information to assist the student in making the transition to graduate study in nursing. It is intended to supplement other University publications by providing specific information about the policies and procedures of the Master's Program in Nursing at this institution. Graduate study builds upon undergraduate education and requires that the student gain a greater depth of knowledge and experience. Extensive self-directed study is essential.
Students have the responsibility to explore and test new ideas.
The environment provides the stimulus as well as the direction and opportunity to pursue selected areas of nursing study. New relationships, concepts and ideas about nursing become clearer. It is hoped that this handbook will serve as a useful reference tool and answer many of the questions that arise during the course of graduate study. However, should additional questions arise the Coordinator of the Graduate Nursing Program will be able to provide guidance.