I urge the state of Virginia to strongly reconsider its new stance on Excelsior College.  Excelsior is not only the best, but also the only opportunity for some working nurses to advance their careers while supporting their families.  It would be a travesty for the state to take this opportunity away from hardworking individuals who want nothing more than to improve their quality of life and ability to serve those with medical needs.

As a fully accredited degree-granting institution, there is no logical reason why the state should refuse to accept the validity of Excelsior College's nursing degrees.