Global Health

Empowering nurses to make a global impact through education, research, and service.

Mission, Vision, Values and Ethos for the VUSN Global Program

Mission: VUSN advances global nursing education, health equity and well-being through scientific discovery, innovation, evidence-based care and lifelong learning.
Vision: VUSN will be the global leader in the transformation of health care and the nursing profession.
Values: Excellence, Kindness/Civility, Connectedness, Integrity/Trust
Ethos: Learn, collaborate and give back to communities worldwide through innovation, education, and equity-focused health care delivery

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Student Opportunities

Full-time MN students entering in the fall are eligible to pursue a Global Health Certificate offered by the Vanderbilt Institute for Global Health.

This certificate requires an additional 3 credit hours focused on global health coursework and includes an immersive international experience. As part of the program, students will travel during spring break to one of the following countries: Ecuador, Guatemala, or Mexico.

For more information or questions, please contact vusnglobal@vanderbilt.edu or Dr. Shelza Rivas at shelza.j.rivas@vanderbilt.edu

Upcoming Events

Past Events

Aligning Advanced Practice Nursing with Global Sustainable Development Goals

Global Collaborative Series June 2025

Aligning Advanced Practice Nursing with Global Sustainable Development Goals: May 2025

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14th ICN NP/APN Network Conference 2026

14-17 September 2026, Nashville, TN

Join us for the 14th ICN NP/APN Network Conference as it returns to the United States for the first time since its inception. Together, we can elevate global NP/APN practice through innovation, education, advocacy, and impact.

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