Student services personnel serve as liaisons between students, faculty, and other groups in interpreting School of Nursing and university policies and procedures, and in advocating students rights and responsibilities. All students new to the School of Nursing are expected to attend the nursing orientation program at the beginning of the fall or spring semester. Guidance and Counseling A counselor in the Indiana University School of Nursing Office of Educational Services is available as a resource for students. Students must see their faculty advisors for academic counseling and program planning. The IU School of Nursing has initiated a graduate student mentoring program to support minority and international students during their education in the graduate program.
Faculty members serve as mentors for students.
To help students develop personal, social, and professional skills that will enable them to understand the challenges of graduate education and will enhance opportunities for academic and professional success. To motivate students involvement in opportunities presented through the Indiana University Graduate School, Indiana University School of Nursing, and Indiana University support services. To promote communication between students, administrators, professors, mentors, staff, and the community. To promote experiences that will support the accomplishment of a student s professional goals. To meet regularly with students to review progress and make plans for future success.