University Mission
The University of Kentucky is a public, land grant university dedicated to improving people's lives through excellence in education, research and creative work, service, and health care. As Kentucky's flagship institution, the University plays a critical leadership role by promoting diversity, inclusion, economic development, and human well-being.
College of Nursing Mission
The mission of the University of Kentucky College of Nursing is to foster health and well-being among the people of Kentucky, the region, and the world through collaborative relationships that support excellence in nursing education, research, practice and service in an ever-changing health care environment.
The University of Kentucky College of Nursing endeavors to be one of the nation’s top nursing programs among public research universities.
Vision
The University of Kentucky College of Nursing endeavors to be one of the nation’s top nursing programs among public research universities.
Values
- caring and commitment
- community engagement
- cooperative learning
- excellence, creativity and innovation
- inclusive community
- open and honest communication
- health and wellness of all persons
- respect and integrity
- appreciation of contributions of others
- interdisciplinary collaboration
- life-long learning
- shared leadership
Mission, Vision and Values approved by College of Nursing Faculty 3/7/07. Values revised and approved by College of Nursing Faculty 3/2/10.