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Mission Statement & Learning Outcomes

The mission of the health sciences department at Whitworth University is to equip its graduates to serve humanity through study of the form and function of the human body, and the body's connection to health and wellness. Through a curriculum that integrates theory and practice, graduates will be able to critically and creatively appreciate this relationship and apply it to various health-related fields.

The learning outcomes of this major prepare graduates to:

• Identify their gifts and interests and learn how these can be used to serve humanity and the greater good of the communities in which we live.
• Begin to understand and appreciate the human body's relationship to health and wellness through science, theory and application.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills necessary to teach others effectively and accurately about human health and wellness in a variety of organizational and institutional settings.
• Demonstrate critical-thinking skills and the ability to access and evaluate relevant health information and resources.
• Demonstrate the interpersonal skills required to work cooperatively with individuals and groups on issues related to the human condition.
• Begin to understand cultural, ethical and professional considerations related to health and wellness.
• Develop a worldview that integrates students' spiritual and ethical values with their vocational calling.
• Experience a health-related internship that clarifies career goals and provides practical preparation for students' careers.