Resources for Students

Student Handbook

Students must abide by the policies and procedures outlined in the Student Handbook for the Master of Science in Nursing. This handbook includes essential information for student success, including but not limited to the following:

• standards and functional abilities for nursing practice
• program requirements for clinical practice
• academic policies and procedures for progression in the ELMS program
• evaluation and grading policies for the ELMS program
• Department of Nursing clinical policies
• inclement weather guidelines for clinical practice

It is the responsibility of students in the entry-level Master of Science (ELMS) program to familiarize themselves with policies and procedures outlined in the Graduate Student Handbook.

The Department of Nursing reserves the right to regularly update and modify the student handbook as needed. Graduate students should refer to this site or their Blackboard courses each term for the most recent version of the handbook.

ELMS Student Handbook

Student Success Coordinator

The Student Success Coordinator is available to discuss nursing students’ academic needs, facilitate academic progression, and connect students with university resources. Through individual appointments, students can receive support in developing plans and identifying strategies for academic success.

The best tactic for student success in a challenging program is to seek help before you need it. Students are strongly encouraged to take advantage of the Student Success Coordinator's services from the start of the program.

SERVICES

• test-taking strategies
• note-taking and textbook reading tips
• study skills
• holistic stress management
• time management strategies
• Supplemental Instruction (SI) supervision & training

Supplemental Instruction

Supplemental Instruction (SI) is a peer-facilitated academic support program that the Department of Nursing has adopted for select courses that have historically been especially challenging for students. SI is internationally recognized, evidence-based, and completely free for students. Through regularly scheduled, peer-led group study sessions, students have the opportunity to reinforce what they learned in the classroom. Sessions are led by student SI Leaders who previously completed and demonstrated academic competency in a course. SI Leaders are trained to use collaborative learning techniques, facilitation strategies, peer-to-peer interaction, and small group activities. SI sessions are offered regularly throughout the semester. Participation is free, voluntary, and strongly encouraged. Data shows that regular SI attendance is correlated with stronger academic performance and higher grades at the end of a course.

University Resources

TU offers many resources to students to support their learning and promote success. You are encouraged to make use of all the resources available to you to ensure that you succeed and thrive in your graduate studies. Students may find support for their academic success, well-being and professional development through these university resources:

• Cook Library
• Writing Center
• Counseling Center
• Accessibility & Disability Services
• Graduate Student Association