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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

Faculty Spotlight

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Dr. Traci Warrington
Professor and Chair

Dr. Traci Warrington believes in preparing students for the real world and the challenges they will face. "My students learn what it is really like to work for a client-not just hand it in, get a grade, and be done."

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Did you know?

Salve Regina is a top surf school
Salve Regina is a top surf school

In November 2008, the editors at Transworld Surf magazine – the Bible for ardent surfers – pegged Salve Regina in its Top 10 Surf Colleges in America. The university’s location along the Cliff Walk places students in close proximity to several of Newport’s surf spots, including the legendary East Coast break Ruggles.