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Salve Regina University is a vibrant learning community where intellectual curiosity and ethical responsibility converge. Professional and liberal arts-based programs offer limitless opportunities for academic challenge and growth. Small classes, dedicated faculty members and rigorous courses cultivate the knowledge and critical thinking skills required for men and women to succeed. Learning begins in the classroom but knows no boundaries as students explore life on campus, the surrounding community, and the world through year-round educational partnerships, study abroad and service opportunities. In an ever-changing world where standing still is not an option, Salve Regina continues to evolve to meet the educational and spiritual needs of today's students and tomorrow’s leaders.

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Featured Course

Transitioning into Professional Nursing
R.N. to B.S. Program

This course explains the mission and philosophy of Salve Regina and the Department of Nursing, the development of the discipline of nursing and the expectations of the nurse of the future. Students are given assignments that develop skills in the use of library information systems and information technology, professional writing in APA format and public speaking/presentation skills for professional nurses.

R.N. to B.S. Program

Student Spotlight

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Vin Testa '11
Wallingford, Conn.
Major: Secondary education and mathematics

When he first set foot on campus, Vin Testa '11 hit the ground running, getting involved early and often. A familiar face in the Salve Regina community, Testa does it all, from serving as treasurer of the Student Government Association to choreographing numbers for the student-run dance organization SRU Dance.

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Did you know?

Former athlete holds NCAA record
Former athlete holds NCAA record

Former Salve Regina baseball player Damian Costantino holds the NCAA record for consecutive game hitting streak, at 60 games. In April 2003, Costantino broke the record of 58, which had been set by former New York Yankees third baseman Robin Ventura when he played for Division I Oklahoma State in 1988.