Nursing Student Handbook 2012-2013

108 College of Nursing Health Care Privacy (HIPAA) Statement See Nova Southeastern University, Specific Policies and Procedures section for Health Care Privacy (HIPAA) Statement. Disability See Nova Southeastern University, Specific Policies and Procedures’ section on Disabilities and Nondiscrimination Statement and Disabilities and Academic Accommodation Appellate Committee Guidelines. ACADEMIC AFFAIRS Student and Alumni Organizations A variety of organizations are available in which students may participate. Sigma Theta Tau Sigma Theta Tau is a national scholastic honor society for nursing. The purpose of the society is the promotion and recognition of significant scholarship, leadership, and contributions to the allied health professions by students, faculty members, and alumni. Florida Nursing Student Association Membership is required in the Florida Nursing Student Association (FNSA) for all students enrolled in the entry-level B.S.N. Program. FNSA is the official liaison between the College of Nursing and the Student Government Association. Advisement Academic Advising NSU and the College of Nursing believe academic advising serves an important function and is an integral part of a student’s success. Prior to the start of classes, each new student is assigned to a faculty adviser for academic and program progression. Advisement and Registration A designated nursing faculty member will help the student with course selections for each semester. Prior to selecting courses for the next semester, the student should review all nursing program course requirements and tracking. (See advisement policy and procedure in this handbook.) If the student has difficulty with registration or financial aid issues, he or she should contact the program director immediately for assistance. All students are asked to meet with their adviser each term, including the last term of coursework, prior to graduation. Curriculum Advising and Program Planning (CAPP) Report The online CAPP report enables students to review their class choices and program requirements. It is recommended that students print and bring their report with them when meeting with an academic adviser to determine course selection and program progression.