- Review the Walden and College of Nursing mission and vision statements, Walden’s goals and University Outcomes, and the MSN Program Learning Outcomes presented in this Week’s Learning Resources.
- Reflect on your professional and academic goals as they relate to your program/specialization.
- Consider how the information in these resources fit with your own goals and to your becoming a scholar-practitioner.
- Also consider academic and professional individuals and teams with whom you may collaborate in support of your efforts as a student at the university and as a professional within your organization and career.
- Consider the importance of networking and how it may help you achieve your professional and academic goals.
The Assignment
Post a brief introduction of yourself to your colleagues. Include an explanation as to how Walden’s vision, mission, goals, and social change initiatives relate to your professional and academic goals and to your becoming a scholar-practitioner. Also include an explanation for how the Walden MSN Program Outcomes and perspectives relate to your professional and academic goals and to your becoming a scholar-practitioner. Finally, explain why networking is important and how it may help you achieve your professional and academic goals.
Hello everyone,
I’m excited to introduce myself to my fellow colleagues. My name is [Your Name], and I’m currently enrolled in the MSN program at Walden University. I come from a background in nursing and have been working as a registered nurse for the past five years. I have always been passionate about healthcare and nursing, and that’s what drove me to pursue my Master of Science in Nursing.
As I embark on this academic journey, I find that Walden University’s vision, mission, goals, and social change initiatives align closely with my own professional and academic aspirations. Walden’s mission to provide a diverse community of career professionals with the opportunity to transform themselves as scholar-practitioners resonates with me. I see myself as a lifelong learner and a dedicated practitioner committed to making a positive impact on healthcare outcomes. Walden’s emphasis on social change initiatives reaffirms my belief in the power of healthcare professionals to drive positive changes in healthcare systems and patient outcomes.
Furthermore, the Walden MSN Program Learning Outcomes are directly relevant to my professional and academic goals. These outcomes, which include enhancing critical thinking skills, promoting interprofessional collaboration, and fostering a commitment to social change, mirror the qualities I aim to cultivate in myself as I progress in my nursing career. Becoming a scholar-practitioner, as envisioned by Walden, means not only mastering the latest evidence-based practices but also actively contributing to the nursing profession through research and collaboration.
Networking holds immense importance in achieving my professional and academic goals. It opens doors to opportunities for collaboration and knowledge exchange with academic and professional individuals and teams. By connecting with experienced professionals, professors, and fellow students, I can gain valuable insights, mentorship, and support to excel in my studies and contribute effectively to my organization and career.
In conclusion, Walden University’s vision, mission, goals, social change initiatives, and the MSN Program Learning Outcomes closely align with my personal and professional aspirations. I am eager to engage in this journey of growth and transformation as a scholar-practitioner and believe that networking will play a crucial role in helping me achieve my goals. I look forward to collaborating with all of you and learning from our collective experiences.
Best regards, [Your Name]