Department of Nursing
Mission Statement
The mission of the Department of Nursing is to provide quality nursing education within a Christian liberal arts university that prepares the professional nurse to contribute service and leadership to diverse communities.
Healing hands and caring hearts
Spring Arbor University’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing program blends the liberal arts and nursing science to lay a foundation for communication, leadership and critical-thinking. Begin your journey in nursing with our undergraduate BSN program, or continue your education with Nursing completion programs or MSN program. Our nursing program are CCNE accredited and flexible to fit your learning style and schedule. Choose SAU for a holistic learning experience in nursing from day one.
Accreditation
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing and master’s degree program in nursing at Spring Arbor University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
Department Administration
Alvin Kauffman, DNP, MSN/MSBA, RN — Dean of the School of Nursing and Health Sciences
Mindy Rice, DNP, MSN, RN — Chair of Pre-Licensure BSN track
Dawn Day, EdD, MSN, RN — Chair of Graduate Nursing Programs
Michelle Heriford — Director of Nurse Practitioner Tracks
Shuba Samuel — Assistant Director of Graduate Nursing Programs
Carolyn Watson — Coordinator of Faculty Services
Gary Mason, M.Div — Major Advisor
Candy Robinson — Major Advisor
Kim Rysztak — Major Advisor