Assessment Description:

The General Education Competencies are derived from the GCU Mission, and are designed to be a guide of general education skills students should gain while attending GCU.

Review Chapter 2 of University Success Guide: Finding Your Purpose and the General Education Competency list located in Topic 5 Resources. Choose which competencies you think relate best to the GCU Mission. How will these competencies lead to your success as a student and beyond?

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Solution to UNV-103: University Success - Topic 5 DQ 2.

SAMPLE 1

Hello class,

            I believe the General Education Competencies that best relate to Grand Canyon University's mission are Effective Communication, Critical Thinking, and Christian Worldview. These competencies align closely with the university's goal of equipping students "with knowledge of the Christian worldview, instilling in them a sense of purpose and vocational calling that enables them to be innovative thinkers, effective communicators, global contributors, and transformative leaders who change their communities by placing the interests of others before their own. (Grand Canyon University, n.d.)"

As an Emergency Room (ER) nurse and a student, I know that effective Communication is crucial as we must clearly convey information to patients, families, healthcare team members, and also our instructors. Grand Canyon University (n.d.) emphasizes that "Communication skills guide you to understand others and have them understand you in turn." I strongly believe that this competency will help me succeed both as a student and in my nursing career by improving my ability to communicate complex medical information clearly and empathetically.

Additionally, critical thinking is essential in healthcare, where I must constantly analyze situations and make quick, informed decisions. Critical thinking involves considering and understanding the assumptions that make the thought valid or not and developing your own clear and relevant thoughts (Grand Canyon University, n.d.). This skill will be invaluable in my studies and in providing high-quality patient care. Moreover, the Christian Worldview competency aligns with GCU's mission as a "missional, Christ-centered university." While not mandating specific values, it challenges us students to consider our present values and assess our beliefs and behaviors based on those values. This competency will help me integrate my faith with my nursing practice, ensuring I provide compassionate, ethical care that respects the dignity of all patients. These competencies will lead to my success by helping me become a more effective communicator, a sharper critical thinker, and a nurse who integrates faith and ethics into practice.

Reference

Grand Canyon University (n.d.). University Success Guide: Finding Your Purpose