The College of Professional Studies is the finest example of ǿý’s commitment to combining theory and practice. Our world-class faculty rely on the most current research in their fields as they teach teachers, nurse nurses, train trainers, and manage sport managers. Their use of existing studies and contributions to new scholarship ensures that CPS students are not just prepared to “be” something, they are prepared to “do” some things; to make, to create, to produce new knowledge.
At ǿý, every observation, simulation, and presentation that CPS students do is another link in the evolution of these vital professions. We encourage and celebrate scholarship, in both theoretical and practical areas, because the questions, suggestions, proposals or hypotheses that come from the College of Professional Studies all have the potential not only to be heard or read or published or cited, but to directly improve the lives of patients, students, and clients. This scholarship matters, it is meaningful, and so too is our celebration of it.
Dr. Andrew Smith
Dean, College of Professional Studies