This is an excellent socializing opportunity that benefits both new students and upper classmen. Other information collected about freshman scholars includes honors and awards that they receive during their schooling. For the past 5 years, the outstanding May graduate has been a former freshman scholar. One scholar was awarded the outstanding senior female student for the university. As a whole, the scholars have been very successful in being granted awards and recognitions.
Evaluation also includes student input.
Scholars are asked to evaluate their experience after the freshman year, and again at graduation. Records are also maintained regarding entry into graduate studies. Nursing students are encouraged to obtain at least one year of practice prior to graduate school so the number of scholars currently enrolled is only 2. However, most scholars state they expect to continue their education. Overall, the nursing freshman scholars program has been evaluated as an effective use of faculty time and school money.