11 Objective 3.6 Explore interprofessional collaboration pathways including healthcare administration (with School of Business) and rural health/public health initiatives (with Science & Social Science Departments). Timeline: Initial conversations Fall 2025, feasibility assessment 2026-2027 Objective 3.7 Explore feasibility of graduate nursing education (MSN) to meet regional advanced practice and nursing leadership needs. Timeline: Feasibility study 2027-2028, recommendations by Spring 2028 Strategic Direction: Championing a Unified Identity Goal Statement: To establish NSU as a regional leader in nursing and health sciences education, contributing to the university's unified identity and mission. Objective 4.1 Establish Nursing Program Advisory Council with healthcare employers, community stakeholders, alumni, and faculty to provide strategic guidance and strengthen community partnerships. Timeline: Inaugural meeting Spring 2025, biannual meetings ongoing Objective 4.2 Collaborate with University Marketing to finalize establishment of recruitment materials and branding Timeline: Messaging framework Spring 2026, ongoing coordination Objective 4.3 Build student engagement through Student Nurses Association chapter, professional organization involvement, campus activities, and healthcare community service. Timeline: SNA chapter Fall 2024, community partnerships ongoing, NCF Fall 2026 Objective 4.4 Position NSU nursing as a regional leader through CCNE accreditation, strong NCLEX pass rates, workforce partnerships, and demonstrated graduate outcomes. Timeline: Accreditation Spring 2027, first outcomes data Spring 2027, reputation building ongoing
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