mission statement
Indiana State University College of Nursing* is part of a publicly-assisted opportunity institution of higher learning. The mission of the College of Nursing is to foster the development of students who will become productive citizens who function as competent nurses and who strive to enhance the quality of life of the members of society.
This is a mission that extends beyond local and state boundaries to include a national and international scope. The mission of the College of Nursing is accomplished by the dissemination of knowledge through research, creative and scholarly activities, and service to the University and the public.
To meet the needs of a diverse society, the College of Nursing provides education at various levels using multiple delivery methods. The academic programs encompass the baccalaureate and higher degree programs.
As part of our dedication to life-long learning, the College of Nursing assists nurses in maintaining and developing competencies in nursing by offering continuing education programs.
The College of Nursing is committed to being an inclusive academic community by providing a supportive environment for students who are diverse in many ways, including age, gender, economic status, and ethnicity. In the pursuit of excellence, the College of Nursing is dedicated to continuous systematic assessment for the purposes of quality improvement.
Department of Baccalaureate Nursing
Department of Baccalaureate Nursing Completion
Department of Advanced Practice Nursing
The mission of the Department of Advanced Practice Nursing is to develop competent, caring nursing professionals and productive citizens practicing in advanced nursing roles in clinical care, education, and leadership. This mission is accomplished through a variety of teaching modalities, experiential learning, research and/or the application of research findings, and community and public service.
* Due to the current development of the College of Nursing, Health, and Human Services, the terminology / nomenclature on this web page will be updated when the process is complete and approved by the appropriate entities