Welcome back to campus as you embark on a year of new beginnings!  

For incoming freshmen, you probably found the first few weeks of the semester a time of adjustment. Still, with the help of all of us – your faculty in the classrooms, your advisors, and your fellow upperclassman, you will hopefully find support to help you adjust to this new and exciting collegiate learning environment. To returning undergraduate students, you are about meet new challenges as you take the next steps toward a career in nursing. During the course of the academic year, I wish you all the best with your academic pursuits. I also urge you to get involved and participate in the Student Nurses Association, Delta Nu Chapter Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society for Nurses activities, community-engaged learning volunteer and study abroad opportunities, clubs, and department, school, and campus-wide happenings that will enrich your student experience. Finally, I would like to recognize our RN to BSN and Graduate student population. Your dedication to advancing your education and professional role is applauded.