Nursing Department Mission:
CSU-Pueblo Nursing DepartmentCheryl Mincic
719-549-2871
Nursing@colostate-pueblo.eduNursing Associate Dean
Dr. Donna Wofford
Undergraduate (BSN) Coordinator
Ruth DePalma
Graduate Coordinator
Dr. Joe Franta
National Accreditation by:
The National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC), 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 500, Atlanta, GA 30326. Phone: (404) 975-5000, Fax: (404) 975-5020
State Board Approval by:
The CSU-Pueblo Department of Nursing baccalaureate educational program is fully approved by the Colorado Board of Nursing.
Nursing Department Goals:
The Nursing Department will:
- Provide quality learning experiences for nursing students that prepare graduates for entry level baccalaureate nursing practice or advanced nursing practice in a culturally diverse community
Provide multiple degree entry paths based on previous education and academic entrance
criteria that support student achievement at a professional level
Serve as a regional nursing education center for Southern Colorado, by collaborating with local
and regional health care agencies to provide nursing programs.
Maintain educational excellence demonstrated by program status consistent with the Colorado
Board of Nursing, national accrediting agency criteria and educational emphases on
professional nursing standards.
Provide a supportive and caring learning environment to address the learning needs of a
diverse student population.
Support role development responsive to the changing health care environment by redefining
and maintaining competencies throughout one’s practice.
Academic Programs
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program
Graduate Nursing Programs