The faculty of the College of Nursing believes that humans are unique, holistic and multidimensional beings who are deserving of respect and dignity.  Human beings have a right to self-determination and to make informed choices.  They also have a right to competent advocacy when their abilities for self-determination and choice are impaired.  Persons are capable of deliberate action for health purposes, have free will, reflect upon their experiences, and attach meaning to their experiences and their environments. Nursing is the professional application of arts, skills, and science to help the individuals, families and groups obtain their maximal state of well-being.