School of Nursing

Name of concept: School of Nursing

Overview of idea:

RIT has an excellent portfolio of medical science programs, but Nursing is an often requested program of study and high demand career field that we are lacking.  Nursing is a program that is perceived by a lot of the public as already being offered by RIT, but is not.  This program will attract more women than men, which will help RIT's demographic.  It could also be a competitive program that may raise RIT's admission profile.

How this idea leverages current areas of RIT expertise:

RIT has a lot of the coursework in place already that would allow us to offer a Nursing BS and possible Nurse Practioner MS programs.

Identify the main RIT on-campus champion(s) for this idea:

College of Science

Identify additional on-campus champions willing to collaborate with this individual and take a lead role in driving the idea:

Haven't identified any.

Identify the potential off-campus individual, organization, company or government entity advocate(s):

Yes, RGH, Local medical office community, Strong

Are you aware of another university that is working on a similar idea?

No

Explain how you envision this idea advancing RIT's national or global stature in an important or emerging field:

There is a national demand for nursing professionals.  RIT could draw students from out-of-state for this program.

Why you believe RIT has a unique opportunity or an ability to differentiate itself through this idea:

The US has a large aging population and the demand for nurses will grow in the future.  RIT can help meet this emerging need.