Division of Nursing - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Dr. Lenora R. Campbell RN, DSN
Associate Dean
and Professor
Vision Statement
The Division of Nursing at Winston-Salem State University is a national premier nursing school based on excellence in education, research, and public service, as well as diversity in student population and program offerings.
Mission Statement
The Division of Nursing consistent with the WSSU mission and the mission of the School of Health Sciences provides professional nursing education that prepares a baccalaureate degree nurse generalist and a graduate degree advanced practice nurse and nurse educator. The undergraduate curriculum provides experiences needed for students to develop effective communication and critical thinking while executing therapeutic intervention, health promotion and disease prevention, and evidence-base practice strategies. These experiences include theory, clinical practicums and public service essential for delivery of professional nursing care in a variety of settings and to diverse populations.
Prior learning experiences are considered in the criteria for admission of a student population diverse in age, gender, ethnicity, academic levels, life experiences and health care experiences. The Division provides an environment conducive to personal and professional growth and lifelong learning for students and faculty. Faculty and students engage in mutually beneficial relationships with the community and other health care providers in ways that complement the nursing division's educational mission. These experiences foster the impartation of values such as kindness, compassion, justice, loyalty and also cultural competence and sensitivity.
Division of Nursing Revised Admission Criteria
Effective immediately, all students applying for admission to the nursing program must meet the minimum required SAT and/or ACT score.
