A Modern, International University in Småland Southern Sweden

Sweden’s newest university A merger of Kalmar and Växjö Universities A university embodying the highest quality in its day-to-day business, competitiveness and developmental potential Linnaeus University was inaugurated on 1st January 2010

Linnaeus University – a mission statement Linnaeus University – an attractive and international academic environment cultivating intellectual curiosity, new thinking and close proximity between individuals

Linnaeus University in figures 34,000 students 2,000 employees Undergraduate to PhD research training in Nursing 150 degree courses and 2,500 single subject courses

Linnaeus University in Kalmar and Växjö The university in the middle of town Natural sciences are a strong research area Växjö University campus Humanities and social sciences are strong research areas

Växjö Campus You will take three courses – 5 weeks each that will count for Community Nursing Health Care in an Intercultural Perspective Perspectives on contemporary illness The Elderly in Modern Society Welfare Policy in Sweden - Caring Science with focus on Nursing Clinical Courses Med-Surg I and OB - Clinical Didactic portion Dr. Coke - MS Mrs Doss for OB Clinical Faculty – English Speaking RN

Växjö Campus Student accommodations, university rooms, library, restaurants, pubs, lakes and an outdoor activities area are all within a five-minute walk. There is even a genuine castle in the campus grounds.

Växjö Campus And….Oh yeah…snow!

Växjö Sweden

Goal: An attractive academic environment An integrated teaching and research environment in co-operation with the surrounding community

Goal: To be a driving force for the region Developing new formats for co-operative outreach ventures with the surrounding community IKEA Striving for the provision of skills and expertise and research and development for the region

Who can apply? Helps to be HOPE eligible Cost is same….. Must pass all courses without difficulty Includes current courses Eligible students that would like to go Submit interest via email to Dr. Coke IMMEDIATELY Sallie.coke@gcsu.edu Rank top two willing students and keep waiting list Current nursing school grades Current teachers’ recommendations Passport Helpful