Minnesota State University, Mankato - College of Allied Health and Nursing

Welcome to the College of Allied Health and Nursing! The College of Allied Health and Nursing is Minnesota State University, Mankato's home for those who are looking for a diverse and thriving community dedicated to preparing tomorrow’s health and wellness leaders. Mission The College of Allied Health and Nursing is dedicated to educating individuals who promote wellness and improve the quality of life through teaching, scholarship, and service. Vision It is the vision of the College of Allied Health and Nursing to be recognized by stakeholders for providing exceptional educational programs. Goals The College of Allied Health and Nursing strives to: Foster an active learning community that empowers critical thinking, ethical decision making, multicultural competence, global / international perspective, wellness, lifelong learning, and leadership skill development. Provide innovative and accessible high-quality undergraduate and graduate educational programs and continuing education programs responsive to the needs of students and health service professionals. Enhance the visibility of the college, its mission, vision, distinctiveness, and achievements to internal and external consultants. Identify circles of excellence and areas of potential growth, and delineate a resources allocation and marketing plan. Promote a healthy environment that values each member of the learning community and supports student, faculty, and staff professional development and participation in quality education, scholarship, research, and service opportunities. Values Academic excellence and applied research Cultural and ethnic diversity and inclusion Free and open dialogue and inquiry Transparent, clear and open communication Objectivity Responsibility Honesty Internal and external civility, collegiality, respect and collaboration Professional and personal ethics, respect and integrity Informed, reflective, value-based and ethical decision making