Advisory Board Information
Purpose:
The Health Sciences Program Advisory Board acts in an advisory and consultative capacity to promote, assist, and perpetuate the goals and objectives of Aspen University DrPH program. This committee meets annually.
Functions:
- Identify emerging health care needs that may require programmatic and institutional response
- Provide an opportunity for the exchange of viewpoints between business/professional persons, alumni, and academicians as they relate to health sciences education.
- Provide a direct liaison between faculty and the community for the purpose of promoting the activities and mission of the Aspen University DrPH program and the health sciences profession.
- Advise and inform the Dean of Nursing and Health Sciences on local, state, and national perceptions regarding the public health profession, suggest possible avenues for marketing the program.
Membership:
Dean of Nursing and Health Sciences and program administrators, and various members of the community of interest: current student, alumni, nurses, leaders in health care.
The Aspen University Schools have established an Advisory Council that:
- Includes members who are not otherwise employed or contracted by the University;
- Consists of practitioners in the field for which the program prepares students;
- Convenes at least annually;
- Provides advice on the current level of skills, knowledge, and abilities individuals need for entry into the occupation; and
- Provides advice on the adequacy of Doctoral programs’ objectives, curriculum, and course materials.