ABOUT OUR SCHOOL

"Welcome to the Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing at the University of Wyoming! Come be part of a nursing program with a history of excellence. I am excited to be
involved in continuing this tradition of excellence by working with our partners across
the state to meet the nursing workforce needs of Wyoming."
- Sherrill J. Smith, Dean and Professor
Mission
The Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing aims to improve, promote and protect health for
Wyoming and beyond through scholarly inquiry, EBP, and education of nurses as innovators
and leaders in healthcare.
Vision
Fostering nursing education and innovation in healthcare for Wyoming.
Values
We value compassion, human dignity, integrity, autonomy, altruism, diversity, scholarship,
collaboration, and social justice.
Goals
The goals of the Fay W. Whitney School:
1. Enhance Student Success
2. Pursue Institutional Excellence
3. Provide a supportive Community
4. Engage with and serve the State of Wyoming
5. Cultivate Financial Stability/Diversification
Approved: FSA 9/5/2024
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