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Dean’s Office
Anne Mason, DNP, ARNP, PMHNP-BC, serves as Interim Dean of the Washington State University College of Nursing. A long-time faculty member and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, Dr. Mason is recognized for her student-centered leadership, collaborative approach, and commitment to preparing Coug Nurses to meet the evolving health needs of their communities.
Faculty Departments
In the Fall of 2023, WSU College of Nursing restructured it’s faculty units into three functional department units: Foundational Practice and Community-Based Care, Nursing and Systems Science Department, and Advanced Practice and Community-Based Care. Select ‘Department Members’ in each department chair’s profile below.
Academic Affairs
Academic Affairs supports all curriculum initiatives for the academic programs in the College. This includes supporting curriculum revisions or new curriculum development, ensuring academic programs meet all accreditation and regulatory requirements, and managing academic scheduling. In addition, Academic Affairs provides Canvas and classroom technology support to ensure faculty and students have the tools and resources needed for effective teaching and learning.
Business & Finance
Business Services department encompasses accounts payable processing, personnel support, budget management, contracts, payroll, purchasing, grant support, and travel processing.
Center for Experiential Learning
WSU College of Nursing is a national leader in simulation-based learning, offering lifelike health care environments for students to apply clinical skills, teamwork, and communication, with a focus on reflecting real-world nursing scenarios for improved job readiness.
Development and Advancement
The Development department serves as a liaison between alumni, local and regional donors, and nursing students across the state, while also managing scholarship funds, endowments, and gifts.
Marketing & Communications
The WSU College of Nursing Marketing and Communications department handles public relations, marketing, website management, and social media publishing.
Office of Research & Scholarship
The College of Nursing Office of Research & Scholarship provides support to graduate students and faculty in securing extramural support for their scholarly, research, teaching, and community service activities.
Professional Development
The Professional Development office provides approved Continuing Education sessions for faculty, staff, and RNs across the state of Washington; along with a School Nurse certification course and IAFN approved SANE Skills Courses.
Student Services
The Center for Student Excellence supports student success from admissions through graduation, across all programs and campuses. Support encompasses guidance, resources, supportive spaces, connections to student activities and organizations, and more. Students are supported by advisors/coordinators, student success coaches, and admission and program coordinators.
