About the College
Philosophy / Mission and Vision
Read about the Philosophy of Human Life, of Nursing, and of Education. Understand the commitments and goals of the College of Nursing, as well as the Vision behind the excellence.
Facilities
The two-story teaching wing on the north side of White Hall is divided into three clinical laboratories, three classrooms, 11 seminar/conference rooms, a 160-seat auditorium, and a large media/study room.
Policies
Policy information for Undergraduate and Graduate students.
Resources
Learn about getting a Nursing Scholarship, find helpful information on tutoring and the mentoring program, as well as a list of important links to university provided services.
Nursing Ambassadors
Students in their junior and/or senior year have an opportunity to share their experiences as a College of Nursing Student with a diverse audience including high school students, family members, alumni and the state legislators.
Organizations
Information on URI's Student Nurses Association, National Student Nurses Association, Sigma Theta Tau International, Nurses Christian Fellowship, and the URI Student Senate.
Committees
Take a look at the standing committees that encourage student representation.
Org Chart
College of Nursing Organization Chart
Contact Us
Feel free to contact the College of Nursing with any questions or comments you may have.
About the College
Welcome to the College of Nursing website. The College of Nursing, founded in 1945, offers programs of study in the Bachelor of Science (BS), Master of Science (MS), and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degrees. The baccalaureate and master's degree programs are fully accredited from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
The College of Nursing offers a broad range of clinical affiliations from rural community agencies to large urban teaching hospitals in order to provide appropriate clinical practicum and research opportunities for each level student.
The College is located in Louisa White Hall on the Kingston campus at the corner of Flagg and Heathman Roads.
History
In September 1945, the University began its first nursing program with nine students, in the School of Home Economics. In 1947, a Division of Nursing was established and Miss Louisa White, associate professor, was appointed Director. In 1950 a School of Nursing was created and in 1960 the School of Nursing became a degree granting college within the University. In 1970, the College began offering a Master's in Nursing, and in 1985, a Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing.
Until 1968, nursing students lived in Providence during the clinical portion of the program, and the majority of the faculty had offices at Rhode Island Hospital. In 1963, Fogarty Hall was dedicated and office space was provided for the Dean, several faculty, and two secretaries. Finally, a new building was completed which was designed specifically for the College of Nursing. White Hall, named in honor of the first director of the nursing program, was dedicated on September 23, 1977.
Nursing Pin
The Origin of the Nursing Pin
The pin of the University of Rhode Island College of Nursing, worn by its graduates, was selected by the first graduating class of 1950. It represents three aspects of professional nursing education: the Spirit of Nursing, the Science of Nursing, and the Art of Nursing. The central motif of the pin is an eight-pointed cross, similar to those worn during the Crusades by knights who were members of hospital orders.
The cross represents humility, mercy, sincerity, and kindness -qualities of character which the members are encouraged to emulate. Superimposed
upon the cross is the University seal which represents the academic and clinical preparation for professional nursing. Borrowed from ancient tradition, a laurel wreath surrounds the pin as a mark of honor and a symbol of esteem.
