History, Mission & Vision of Undergraduate Nursing at OHIO
History
The Ohio University nursing program began in 1968, with the establishment of an associate degree in nursing. A two-year associate degree is still an option at Ohio University's Chillicothe, Southern, and Zanesville campuses.
In 2013, the School of Nursing graduated the first class of its four-year traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) on the Athens Campus. The traditional BSN is now also offered on the OHIO regional campuses of Chillicothe, Eastern, Lancaster, Southern, and Zanesville. Students seeking admission to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing programs first apply to Ohio University as Pre-BSN majors (ND1220) and complete pre-requisite courses. Acceptance into the Pre-BSN program is selective. During spring semester students meeting all requirements apply for consideration for selection to the BSN program (BS1221)
All undergraduate School of Nursing programs are approved by the Ohio Board of Nursing (OBN). In addition to approval by the Ohio Board of Nursing, the Ohio University School of Nursing holds several accreditations.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Ohio University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. See our Accreditations and Approval.
Vision
An academic community of excellence empowering the next generation of nursing professionals to provide transformative, quality care to complex and diverse populations.
Mission
We SERVE our communities by preparing students to excel in person-centered nursing practice. We inspire students to SOLVE the health challenges of our communities through clinical reasoning, collaboration, and evidence-based practice. We SUCCEED in educating engaged nurse leaders who are committed to lifelong learning and quality care for all.
Values
- Academic Excellence
- Service and Scholarship
- Professionalism
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Reflection and Curiosity
- Equity, Diversity & Inclusion