In the latest edition of UNMC Connect, Juliann Sebastian, Ph.D., dean of the College of Nursing, talked about her vision for the college.
Excerpts from this discussion are below.
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| Juliann Sebastian, Ph.D. |
Where do you see the college headed in the next five years?
I see wonderful opportunities given the growing needs for nursing research, education and practice resulting from health care reform, changing demographics, increasingly sophisticated technology and global connectivity. Our faculty members have done an excellent job including concept-based, learner-centered and team-oriented approaches in the curriculum, which models the expansive thinking and sophisticated clinical reasoning needed in today’s health care. We will continue to expand our research and clinical programs, while moving forward with innovative and integrative learning opportunities.
What excites you about the college?
Without a doubt, it’s the talent of the faculty, staff and students, and the fact that we have five vibrant divisions across the state. The faith our extraordinarily generous donors have shown in the college and the amazing accomplishments of our alumni help move us forward.
How will nursing education change in the next decade?
Our scientists, clinicians and educators will work together to develop, test, adopt and evaluate new ways to provide nursing and to help people optimally manage health. We will partner with clinical entities and community organizations and keep environmental factors in mind as we deal with people from different socioeconomic, cultural, family and community environments.