Summer on the Hilltop is a time to reflect on our progress and plans for the upcoming school year. The 2024-2025 academic year- the second year of the Jean School of Nursing and Health Sciences, marked a period of significant growth, innovation and community building. Guided by our vision to “improve the health and wellness of all individuals and communities whom we serve,” we advanced academic excellence, expanded clinical and academic partnerships, launched an inaugural graduate nursing program, and fostered innovation to advance our strategic goals.
Some of these successes include:
- Developing and launching the inaugural Master of Science in Nursing Leadership and Innovation (MSN) Program and Post- master’s Certificate in Nursing Leadership and Innovation (PMC.)
- Increasing access and academic success for undergraduate nursing students through funding from the Bedford Falls Foundation DAF.
- Increasing school enrollment, not only overall but for underrepresented groups in our program including male nursing students, New Hampshire residents, first generation students, and BIPOC students.
- Implementing a number of partnerships providing clear academic paths, including partnerships with the Tufts’ Master of Public Health (MPH) and Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) programs, and a 3+1 Medical Laboratory Science Certification Program with New England Veterans Affairs.
- Increasing the Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) program’s reach, hosting 38 events that served a total of 1,692 participants—a 21% increase in attendance over the past two years.
- Exploring new partnerships to increase global and domestic travel opportunities, such as the annual Costa Rica trip, for undergraduate nursing and health sciences students with a focus on health disparities and vulnerable populations.
- Creating a new Center for Health Sciences Simulation, with an expanded team and Faculty Director Anne Knight, MBA
- Our amazing faculty and staff continuing to educate our Jean School students to meet the everchanging needs of the healthcare industry that leads to success after graduation.
- Continuing to celebrate the beloved traditions of the Blessing of the Hands and the Annual Pinning Ceremony.
None of this would have happened without your support. Thank you!
We look forward to this coming year with plans for more partnerships and innovations on the horizon. Most importantly, we await our move in to our new home – Grappone Hall, with a ribbon cutting celebration on September 5th.
Warmest regards,
Dean Diane M. Uzarski