VISION To be the best College of Nursing in the state and region, nationally recognized for excellence in improving health through the integration of teaching, research, scholarship, and practice.

MISSION The mission of the College of Nursing is to facilitate the health of the community through excellence and innovation in nursing education, leadership, research, scholarship and practice.

GOALS Provide high quality nursing programs. Increase the number of BSN, MSN, and PhD graduates to address nursing workforce needs. Provide culturally diverse opportunities for students and faculty. Engage in faculty and/or student research and scholarly activities that improve health and advance nursing knowledge. Deliver innovative health care in partnership with communities. Influence systems and policies, through professional leadership, to improve health.