Vision

The College of Health Professions promotes wellness, quality health care, and healthy environments through excellence in education, research, service, and community partnerships.

Mission

The College of Health Professions provides students with health professions education that is grounded in academic excellence, fosters critical thinking and ethical practice, and promotes interdisciplinary collaboration. Faculty in baccalaureate and graduate educational programs facilitate development of active learning, emphasize evidence based practice, utilize multiple delivery systems, develop inter-professional relationships, and cooperate with community partners to prepare competent and caring health professionals. 

Goals

The College of Health Professions goals are to:

• Prepare students to assume vital roles as health professionals delivering care in diverse and dynamic interdisciplinary and global environments.
• Promote professional behaviors including ethical practice, competent, and compassionate care, cultural competence, and effective communication skills.
• Facilitate critical thinking, evidence-based practice, and a commitment to life-long learning.
• Support faculty and student participation in scholarly activities.
• Promote active involvement of faculty and students in providing service to local and global communities.
• Foster career advancement and engagement in lifelong learning among healthcare personnel in the communities we serve.