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h3. Name of concept: School of Nursing
h3. 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.
h3. 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.
h3. Identify the main RIT on-campus champion(s) for this idea:
College of Science
h3. Identify additional on-campus champions willing to collaborate with this individual and take a lead role in driving the idea:
Haven't identified any.
h3. Identify the potential off-campus individual, organization, company or government entity advocate(s):
Yes, RGH, Local medical office community, Strong
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h3. Are you aware of another university that is working on a similar idea?
No
h3. 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.
h3. 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.
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