So long, blogger.com....

NYUCN Advising hopes you had a great spring break!

We have big news: NYUCN Advising blog will be transitioning out of blogger.com, to a new home tumblr.com! Tumblr is a more diverse, interactive, and accessible social media site for students, and more information will be made available to all nursing students,

For those of you who already have a tumblr account, you can go and follow us now! If you don't have one, no worries. The page is made public for everyone to see. To view or start following, click here for the official NYUCN tumblr page. 

p.s., be on the lookout for the new NYUCN instagram page. Will be rolled out soon.

We draw your attention to the following reminders for the upcoming week:

Exploring Health Careers: A panel representing a wide rang of health careers will be sharing their perspectivs on the industry, work place experiences, and helpful advice for students entring the health profession. Monday, March 30th, 6:30pm-8:30pm. Wasserman presentation room A on the 2nd floor (133 east 13th street). RSVP now by clicking here. 

Happy Spring Break NYUCN Students!

Happy Spring Break!

We draw your attention to the following reminders for upcoming events taking place this week.

Medical Spanish Crash Course: Join fellow nursing students for a biref crash course in medical spanish. Monday, March 23rd, from 6pm to 8pm. At the Kimmel Center for University Life, Rm 906 (60 Washington Sq.).

"Nursing of the future:Modernizing a Timeless Profession: Featuring clinical nurse, author and NY Times Columnist Theresa Brown. Tuesday, March 24th from 6pm to 8pm. Held at the NYU Global Center for Academic and Spiritual Life Grand Hall, 5th Floor. To RSVP click here,by Wednesday March 18th.

After College/AACN Scholarship Fund: Open to undergraduates, graduates, and doctoral degree nurses. For the application and more information, click here. 

The Hartford Institute Geriatric Undergraduate Scholars Program: Now accepting applicants for the summer and fall cohorts. This honors program is only open to undergraduate students who are currently in the 2nd sequence; A&E II. Applications are due April 21st for both traditional and accelerated students. For the application and more information, click here. 

HAVE A GREAT SPRING BREAK!

Research Days

NYUCN RESEARCH DAYS

Do you know what the NYUCN Research Days are all about? These important two days in April is where all students of NYU College of Nursing, alongside NYU college of Dentristry and all its programs who have engaged in a research project can share their work. It must have been under the supervision of a faculty member. 

It is the perfect opportunity to share your work with your peers, professors, and the entire NYUCN community. This is also a great achievement to add to your overall resumes, or Linkedin accounts. 

Runs April 23rd to 24th. Students should seek approval from their adviser before registering. Advisers will recieve a confirmation email indicating that their students have registered. Submit your abstract online by clicking here. Also email a WORD attachment to research@nyu.edu. Deadline for the abstract is March 15th. 

We draw your attention to the following reminders for this week:

Integrated Care Models and Multidisciplinary Behavior Health for Older Adults with HIV: The introduction to using different integrated care models for the growing number of older adults with HIV. Tuesday, March 3rd 8:00am-4:00pm. Held at Kimmel Center for University Life, Rosenthal Pavilion 60 Washington Sq. Breakfast and Lunch will be provided, register by clicking here. 

Ethical Decision Making: Presented by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation New Careers in Nursing. Join Dean Amy Knowles in a discussion on ethical decision making in the nursing profession.Thursday, March 5th 4:00pm to 5:00pm.  RSVP by clicking here. 

NYUCN Undergraduate Town Hall: The opportunity to voice your concerns, questions, and thoughts. Whether its about academic affairs, student life, or the new NYUCN main building, we encourage you to attend this town hall meeting.  Please fill out this form with your concern and offer a recommendation to resolve the issue; click here. 

Scholarships & Fellowships

Happy Monday NYUCN Students!

This blog  post is a update on current/upcoming scholarships, fellowships, externships & employment opportunities. Please put reminders for yourselves to get ample time to complete the applications; some are intensive and require components that may be time consuming based on your already packed schedules.







-NYU Langone Summer Externship: This full time program is being offered to all nursing students, and already has a large number of applicants. You will be able to get hands on clinical work on a designated unit, while getting a competitive salary. Deadline is this week, February 27th. To apply and to get more information click here. 


-NYU Summer Opportunity for Registered Nurses: The NYU Child Study Center is hiring a full time RN for the NYU Summer Program for kids; an all day therapeutic program that provides treatment to meet education & behavioral needs of 7-11 years old children with ADHD. To learn more about this opportunity call (516)358-1811 or email donofd01@nyumc.org  


-National Institutes of health Undergraduate Scholarship: This is for undergraduate students from disadvantaged backgrounds committed to careers in biomedical, behavioral and social science related careers. Deadline is March 2nd. For more information and to apply click here.


-After College/AACN Scholarship Fund- Open to students seeking master's or doctoral degrees. Special consideration is given to graduate students with the goal of becoming a nurse educator, those completing an RN to BSN or RN to MSN program, and accelerated students. Deadline is March 30th. For more information and to apply click here. 


-Margaret E. Mahoney Fellowship: This program provides stipends for medical, public health/policy, and graduate students to conduct summer research projects on a health care delivery transformation. Deadline for submissions is March 15th. For more information and to apply click here.

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Studying Abroad...

Attention NYUCN Students:

-Are you interested in studying abroad? There are some general informational sessions coming up that will discuss different opportunities offered by the Office of Global Programs.

When: Fridays, 2:00-3:00PM.
Where: Academic Resource Center, 18 Washington PL. LL05.
RSVP: Please click here.


-Most students assume that studying away is too expensive for them. Think again! There are many scholarships available from Global Programs. Information sessions are being offered to learn more about scholarship eligibility, applications, and more resources that are being offered.
When: Fridays 3/6, 4/3, 4/24, and 5/1. 1:00-2:00PM.
Where: Academic Resource Center, 18 Washington Pl. LL05.
RSVP: Please click here.


-Pell Grant Recipients
: A workshop led by NYU Gilman study away advisor is being offered. This session will cover the application process for the Pell Grant, the requirements, etc.
When: Every Friday leading up to March 3rd deadline. 1:00-2:00pm.
Where: Academic Resource Center, 18 Washington Pl
RSVP: Please click here.


-Study away advisors will be available for walk-in hours to help you navigate through all the great opportunities offered through NYU's global network.
When: Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM
Where: Academic Resource Center, 18 Washington PL. 1st FL Front Desk, ask here.

Can LinkedIn Benefit Nursing Students? Yes It Can!

As you know, today more than 80% of jobs acquired are because of networking. This, as well as your professional media presence online can increase your chances of getting noticed. This pertains to nurses as well, and many are unaware of this.

Linkedin.com is growing fast, and is one of the world's largest professional networking site. NYUCN students are encouraged to start building their Linkedin profiles right away. You can begin to connect with your fellow classmates, other nursing students from different schools, professors, and connections are limitless moving forward.

This site gives the opportunity to not only display your work experience, but also show past or current research projects, internships/externships, courses, and several other components that make you stand out. Join today for free by clicking here. The following are some articles for nursing students to get a broader view on Linkedin, and how it can catapult your nursing career. 

Nurse.com: Recruiters on Linkedin

Health Providers Choice: Tips for using Linkedin

Scrubs Mag.: 4 Linkedin groups every nurse should join

We draw your attention to the following reminders for this week:

Azma International Volunteering- Azma International is seeking volunteers to work in medical clinics and hospitals throughout Africa, Peru, and Guatemala. Students who are interested in health issues and clinical work are encouraged to apply. Email info@azmainternational.org for more details on these volunteer opportunity and the 2015 summer health camps. 

Financial Aid Presentation #1: The NYU office of Financial Aid will be hosting free presentations to all undergraduate students. February 19th, 5:30pm-6:30pm at the Silver building room 520. This is first presentation out of three to follow in the next two months. Registration not required. 

SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES

The Louis and Rachel Rudin Foundation Inc. Nursing Scholarship (click here)

Due February 14th, 11:59pm

The Arnold and Marie Schwartz Nursing Fund (click here)

Due February 14th, 11:59pm

A Unique Approach to Your Job Search...

NYUCN Students: Are you looking for a way to get noticed by companies/agencies? Do you want to diversify yourself, and make your resume more attractive? Do you want to challenge yourself, and earn money doing so?

If you answered YES to any of the above questions, head on over to MindSumo.com! Mind Sumo helps connect students to companies by hosting competitive challenges. Students are then able to demonstrate their abilities & creativity to potential employers. There are a variety of different challenges, and they students from any major can sign up.

The best part? Students get to win prizes and/or money, while engaging with the real-world problems that potential employers face. Most importantly, you are building a active portfolio that can be added to your resume or Linkedin accounts for employers to view. Sign up today, click here.



*FUN FACT: NYU is one of the top three colleges that has accumulated the most rewards this month. Lets get that number one spot for February!:

Rank	School	This Month	All Time
1	Indian Institute of Technology - Bombay	$18,773	$34,627
2	University of Central Florida	$8,926	$14,847
3	New York University	$7,256	$25,689
4	Florida State University	$7,046	$12,228

We draw your attention to the following reminders for this week:

Ring in the New Year Party:

Join Dean Charles N. Bertolami  for the annual new year party. Open to NYUCN and NYU Dentistry students & staff only. Will be at Riverpark Restaurant, 450 east 29th st. Between 1st ave and the FDR. 4:30 to 6:30PM.  To RSVP please click here.

SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES

Minority Nurse Magazine Scholarship (click for info. & to apply)

Due February 1st

Welcome Back NYUCN Students!

NYUCN  Office of Advising and Academic Services welcomes you to the Spring 2015 semester!

Classes begin next week and it is officially the beginning of a new semester. To dust off on your grammar and writing skills, please come to next weeks event, Writing in Style: For the Health Industry. Good writing styles are essential in the health field, and this  workshop will be a interactive refresher for students. Will be taught by Communications Consultant Barbara Kancelbaum, a NYUCN Alum. Will be held at the Wasserman Center, 133 E. 13th St. 2nd floor. Friday, January 30th from 3PM to 5PM. To RSVP go to NYU CareerNet, and search "writing in Style"; click here. 

We draw your attention  to the following reminders:

Scholarship Deadlines

Minority Nurse Magazine Scholarship (click for application & info.)

Due February 1st 

Arnold and Marie Schwartz fund for Nursing Scholarship (click for application & info.)

Application opens January 26th; due Februrary 14th

Anna Lynch Turner Scholarhship in Graduate Nursing (the click for application & info.)

Application opens January 26th; due February 14th

Nursing Student Vloggers

Happy December to you all!



Finals are upon us, and many students must plan how to go about studying and prioritizing for the upcoming stressful week. There are some great vlogs by nursing students such as yourselves that give great tips and advice on studying, classwork, test taking, etc. Below are some popular nursing student vlogs for you to check out:

Make sure to take advantage of the stress minimizers that are available to students on campus. For example, the health promotion office will be offering free breakfast and study kits to students at the Health Promotion office; 726 Broadway 3rd floor; starting this Monday December 8th. Breakfast will be given from 9am to 11am, and study kits can be picked up throughout the day. 

     We draw your attention to the following reminders for this upcoming week:

Scholarship Deadlines

The Foundation of the National Students Nurses Association Undergraduate Scholarship Program

Due January 16th (click above for more information)

Go Red Multicultural Scholarship Fund

Due December 31st (click above for more information)

March of Dimes Graduate Nursing Scholarship

Due January 30th (click above for more information)

Certified Background-Graduate Nursing Student Academy Scholarship

Due January 31st (click above for more information)

Nursing students? Yes, there are apps for you!

Happy Thanksgiving from NYUCN Academic Advising Office!

Among college students, about 90% are smartphone users. The most common smartphones used are the notorious apple iphone, and Android phones. Smartphones give people access to apps, or applications; which keeps information at your fingertips. There are apps for anything you can possible imagine, from opening a house door or starting a car, to taking quizzes in class. There are a growing number of apps for Nursing students right now, and many students are unaware of these hidden gems; Nursing Apps. 

There are thousands of popular nursing apps that available, and most are free! click the following links to learn more. Download some today!:

Top 10 iphone nursing apps

Top andriod nursing apps

List of nursing apps for iphone and andriod users

Second list of nursing apps for iphone and andriod users

       We draw your attention to the following reminders for this upcoming week:

-NCLEX Challenge Workshop:

Will be held by Dr. Emerson. Monday, December 1st. Tisch Building (Stern), Room LC 9. RSVP now, go here to sign up. 

-NYU College of Nursing Career Fair:

Be sure to mark your calender for this big event! You will meet with employers from a variety of local/national hospitals; and from other health related organizations and facilites. Wednesday, December 3rd 11:00AM - 1:30PM. Wasserman Center, 2nd floor. 133 E. 13th street New York, NY 1003. Open to all NYUCN students, bring your ID to gain entry. 

*Prepare  for the fair early by working on your resume! Stop by the Wasserman Center during walk-in hours to talk to a career counselor. Go here for more information.

Free Food for NYU Students

                                                                                                                                   

A lot of students have a NYU meal plan, and use dining dollars. But are you aware of the NYU meal swipes community? It is a great opportunity for NYU students to donate leftover/extra meal swipes, and students who are hungry can ask and request a meal. Click here to visit the Facebook page. 

How does it work? Visit the online request form and click "offer a swipe" or "ask for a swipe". Click here to sign up now.  It is very full right now, so we encourage students to please donate spare swipes!

Below are a few other great tips and resources for students looking for free meals around campus:

- NYU events calendar updates daily/weekly for events on campus that will have free food. On the upper right hand side there is a "Free Food Events" tab. Use that, as well as the calendar on the left hand side to view upcoming NYU events with free food included. 

- Free Food at NYU twitter page provides information on events or spots around campus that will have free food. Check frequently.

- Eat Up NYC Facebook page that finds free food all around NY for the general public. 

- Campus Clicker sign up here to receive texts and/or emails of coupons for food, markets, etc. 

 We draw your attention to the following reminders for this upcoming week:

-Host a Student:
Today, November 14th is the last call to sign up to host an international student. There is always room at Thanksgiving dinner for one more! Hurry, to sign up click here. 

-Graduate Student Research Breakfast:
Librarians and specialists from across the disciplines will provide resources for upcoming projects/papers; Breakfast will be provided. Thursday, November 20th at 10:00am. Bobst library, 10th floor graduate exchange To RSVP click here.

The Honor Society of Nursing

Hello Nursing Students!

This past week Dr. Larry Z. Slater PhD, RN-BC, CCRN who is a NYUCN clinical assistant professor, was selected to take part in the 2014-2015 nurse faculty leadership academy. The program is offered by the honor society of nursing, also known as Sigma Theta Tau International. Slater will be joining a group of 13 other nurse professors in this 18 month program which was made to help groom nurse educators into leaders. Read more about Professor Slater's exciting new chapter for this program here.


Who is the Sigma Theta Tau? It is an enriching honor society that supports career development, and has a world wide community offered to its members. Currently there are over 622 nurses across the country. For graduate and undergraduate eligibility and the application process, go here on the NYUCN website for more information.

We draw your attention to the following events and reminders for this upcoming week:

-NEW CAREERS IN NURSING LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT SEMINAR:

By Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. Monday, October 20th, 1:00pm-2:00pm. Nursing Conference Center 1091. To RSVP email Andrew Lavenia at alv262@nyu.edu

-MEALS WITH MONROE:

Join other students and the director of NYU CMEP for a great meal and conversation about the university's commitment to diversity programming. Wednesday, October 22nd. 12:30pm-2:00pm. Kimmel room 806 To RSVP click here. spots are LIMITED so hurry!

SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:

Greenidge Endowed Fund for International Education Scholarship

DUE NOVEMBER 3RD (click above for information)

The Cynthia Davis Sculco Scholarship for Undergraduate Nursing Students

DUE NOVEMBER 7TH (click above for information)

January Activities

Even though most students are away for winter break, if you are still on campus check out the January term newsletter by the Student Resource Center!

Some highlights from this week's newsletter include: 

Winter Workshops at Wasserman
The Wasserman Center for Career Development will be hosting a variety of workshops during January Term on such topics as resume writing, interviewing skills, and job searching. Workshops start January 16th! For more information, and to RSVP for events, log-in to NYU CareerNet.

Skirball Center for the Performing Arts 

566 LaGuardia Place
There are several performances happening at the Skirball Center throughout January Term! Check out these great events (NYU discount tickets are available for both):
> State of the Union ("Matzav Hauma") | January 14, 8:00pm 

And much more! We hope everyone is having a wonderful winter break.

Winter Break is Around the Corner...

Winter Break is around the corner. You have been working hard studying for finals so treat yourself to some local fun in NYC!

If you’re not going abroad or going home for winter break - don't worry! There are still fun things to do right here in New York. Here are some suggestions:

Time Out New York is a great magazine for all things NYC. Check out their website and browse about everything from restaurants to arts and culture of NYC. Since it is winter break check out the holiday lights and decorations all over the city at these locations.

Ice Skating - Gather some friends and go ice skating at Central Park, Prospect Park or at Rockefeller Center. Learn more here. It is a fun activity to engage in with your friends all while you get some exercise!

NYU Ticket Central - Ticket Central offers winter specials for events around NYC! Check out their website here for information about their specials. They will also be open during winter break so don't miss out on some fun savings.

Student Resource Center – The Student Resource Center at NYU has a fantastic website with information about everything from online guides to NYC to information about theatre, dance, or movies. Check it out here. 

A Big Welcome...

To our new Assistant Dean of Advising and Academic Services - Dr. Rachelle Sussman Rumph. We sat down with Rachelle to ask her a few questions so you could all get to know her better. 

What is your role at the College of Nursing?
As the Assistant Dean of Advising and Academic Services, I oversee the professional advising staff and all issues pertaining to advising at NYUCN. I also advise students and support our faculty advisors. 

What do you look forward to most in your new role?
Having the opportunity to help the NYUCN student population realize their intellectual and professional goals as much as possible. Getting to know students, learning more about your backgrounds, experiences, and circumstances that brought you here to NYUCN.


How long have you been at NYU?
I have been at NYU in various roles since 2000. I started as an Academic Advisor at Steinhardt in the Media, Culture, and Communication (MCC) department. I pursued a PhD in MCC, and I am also an adjunct instructor in MCC. Most recently, I was the Associate Director of Academic Support at the College of Arts & Science.

What is your favorite part of NYU?
The diversity you find at NYU, geographically, among student populations, and the diversity of opinions and professional backgrounds within the University. I am also amazed by our faculty at NYU. And of course, the location and delicious food options that surround us.

What are your interests and hobbies outside of being the Assistant Dean of Advising?
A majority of my time is spent raising my two little ones. My daughter is six and my son is three; they keep me quite busy so while I am not here, I am tending to them! 

Lastly, what are your tips for success for our nursing students?
Use the resources around you. NYU has so many, including amazing faculty, professional advisors, tutoring centers, the writing center, and the University Learning Center. 
Also, remember that your time in college goes by quickly. We are aware you are very busy, but it's important to take stock and remember this is a wonderful time for you as you're pursuing your career goals in a top notch research University, in one of the greatest cities in the world. It's an exciting time.

We are all very excited to have Rachelle join our team as our new leader. Make sure you stop by the office and say hello to her! 

Writing Support for Graduate Students

Last week we blogged about writing resources for undergraduate students. This week, we want to tell you about our collaboration with NYU's School of Continuing and Professional Studies. College of Nursing MS, DNP, and PhD students now have access to free tutoring to improve writing skills!

Even graduate students need help with writing papers.  The craft of writing does not come easy to everyone, so whether you've been out of school for a while, or have always struggled with putting your thoughts down on paper - this free service will help you. Individual tutoring sessions are matched to your availability including evening and weekend hours.

To set up an appointment call: 212.992.9055.  Identify yourself as a graduate nursing student, provide your name, student ID number and your availability.  Evening and weekend hours are an option. At this point only appointments made by phone will be taken.

Location: McGhee Tutoring Services 7E 12^th Street, 6^th Floor

Things to keep in mind:

• Tutors are not editors, proofreaders, graders, etc. They will provide feedback on your writing style, and in cases where grammar or sentence structure need to be addressed, they will work with you on those rules.

• Schedule appointments ahead of time so you can make any necessary changes to your work and turn assignments in on time.

• If you're working on a draft, bring two copies. One for you, one for the tutor.

• Come prepared with questions, information about a particular assignment, copies of a paper with teacher comments, any related notes or research. 

• Students are allowed a maximum of 5 hours of tutoring per semester. 

• Open to graduate students only.

If you have any specific questions about writing skills tutoring please email Mcghee.tutoring@nyu.edu. Additional information is also available on the Academic Advising Tutoring Program Website. Be sure to review the tab for graduate students! 

Write On!

There are so many free resources at NYU to help you succeed as a student. One of them is the writing center! 

In conjunction with the Expository Writing Program, the NYU Writing Center serves as a resource to all NYU students needing assistance with writing assignments (as long as they aren't exams). Students are able to receive one-on-one help with all stages of the writing process! 

Students are able to both schedule appointments and stop by for a walk-in appointment. Appointments are 40-45 minutes in duration and can be scheduled online here: https://nyu.mywconline.com/.

Here are some helpful tips from the Writing Center so you can be prepared:

• Bring two copies of your paper.
• If you are preparing a piece of writing for a specific assignment, bring the assignment.
• Bring any feedback that you have received on the piece from your professor or instructor(s).
• Bring your research items to the session. This includes notes, previous writings on the topic, and texts related to what you will be writing.

Questions? Email nursingadvising@nyu.edu.

We Are In and of the City

NYU is In and of the City - so what are you doing to enjoy this city? Below are some suggestions:

Check out the Broadway show discount ticket finder through NYU Ticket Central! Grab some friends and spend a night out watching a world famous Broadway show. 

Ticket Central also offers discounts for sporting events. Whether you enjoy watching basketball or hockey, support our local teams at a game. 

Try some cheap eats around NYU. From Dosa's to cupcakes, this cheap eats tour covers it all. This information is courtesy of the Student Resource Center.

Speaking of the Student Resource Center, be sure to follow them on Facebook, so you can stay up to date on events around NYU and NYC. 

While school is important, don't forget to take a break and enjoy this wonderful city, because as an NYU student - you are In and of the City.

Ciao!

Ciao! We're so excited about study away that we want to remind you about our upcoming info session:

Winter 2014 Study Away Applications Available Now

We are pleased to announce that the applications for the Florence, Italy and Buenos Aires, Argentina Winter 2014 Study Away Sessions are now available. Make sure you do not miss the opportunity to expand your worldview by studying away. The deadline for both applications is September 25, 2013 at 5:00pm. Please contact the Interim Student Affairs Officer, Titilayo Kuti (tok207@nyu.edu) for application details.

Florence Winter 2014 Study Away Information Session
Tuesday, September 17, 2013
6:00pm – 7:00pm

NYU College of Nursing
Nursing Conference Center
726 Broadway

If you're one of our traditional undergraduate students: Don't miss the September 15th application deadline through global programs! Sign up for a weekly info session here. 

Welcome to the New Semester!

As we head into the first few weeks here in the College of Nursing, we want to make sure that you are doing what you can to be a successful student. So start the term off on the right foot and follow these tips:

Read your syllabi! It may sound obvious, but make sure you attend the first day of class and go over your syllabi. Everything you need to know will be somewhere in this important document, so make sure to spend some time reading it over and learning about the layout (scheduling, attendance, grading) of your classes.

Get organized! Buy a planner or update your Google Calendar with your NetID. Whatever you prefer to use, just make sure you use something! Update your planner with all the assignment and test dates in your classes. Being organized makes for more efficient time use and less unwanted surprises.

Go to class! This one is simple. It may be tempting to get an extra hour of sleep, but skipping class is the easiest way to fall behind. You pay tuition, so get your money’s worth!

Talk to your Professors! Whether it is after class or during office hours, professors at NYU love to talk to their students. Don’t be afraid to ask questions if you’re falling behind, as many professors are willing to spend extra time with you to help get you where you need to be.

Get involved! NYU has hundreds of clubs and activities for you to get involved in. Whatever your interests are, there is sure to be a group of students that are interested in the same thing. Joining clubs is a great way to meet new people and to simply unwind from the stress of schoolwork.

Explore the City! NYU students have the unique opportunity to be in and of New York City - one of the greatest cities in the world. There is always something to do in the city no matter what you are interested in. There are concerts, museums, zoos—and discount deals on all of the above for those who know where to look. Make sure to check out and sign up for NYU TicketCentral’s mailing list for tickets to exclusive shows and events.