Baccalaureate Program
Admission to the School of Nursing
Requirements for Graduation
Registered Nurse Students
Wisconsin Caregiver Law
Honors and Early Entry Ph.D. Options
Certificate Programs of Study
Financial Aid and Scholarships
Support Services
Communications
Greater University Tutoring Service (GUTS)
Libraries
Minority/Disadvantaged Student Services
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The baccalaureate program in nursing prepares men and women for entry level positions in professional nursing. It also provides the opportunity for licensed registered nurses to pursue a baccalaureate degree (see Registered Nurse Students section). Nursing courses emphasize clinical decision-making and the application of theoretical knowledge from nursing and other disciplines in determining nursing action. Students work with other members of the health care team in planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care. The foundations in general and professional education acquired in the program provide a basis for progressing to positions of increased responsibility, leadership, and for undertaking graduate study in nursing.
The curriculum has three major components: general education, nursing practice, and electives. The general education component includes courses in the sciences, humanities, and social studies. The majority of these requirements are met in the first two years. The nursing component (junior and senior year) includes lectures, laboratory, and clinical courses. Elective courses in general education and in nursing permit students to pursue individual interests. Students have the opportunity to complete the nursing component of the program either at the UW-Madison campus or the Western Campus for Nursing, located at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse, Wisconsin.
Clinical courses provide students with the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge to practice. Experiences are offered in both hospital settings and in community health agencies.
High school graduates, college students, college graduates, registered nurses, and practical nurses who wish to earn a baccalaureate degree in nursing are considered for admission. High school students should pursue a broad general program with emphasis on mathematics, science, social studies, and humanities as preparation for the nursing curriculum. Admission to the University of Wisconsin-Madison is the first step in the admission process. Requirements and procedures are described in the admission materials and application form that are available from the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, Armory and Gymnasium, 716 Langdon Street, 3rd Floor, Madison, WI 53706-1481, Web site at www.admissions.wisc.edu.
Freshmen are admitted with the pre-nursing (PRN) classification. Applicants with college credits or other post-high school education may be considered with advanced standing as transfer students. Transfer students are not admitted at the freshman level (fewer than 24 transferable credits). Only those transfer students with sophomore or higher standing (24 or more transferable semester credits) are eligible for consideration.
Individuals may be considered for admission as pre-nursing students in the fall, spring, and summer sessions.
Admission to the pre-nursing classification is no guarantee of admission to the nursing major.
Students seeking admission directly into the nursing major must submit an online nursing application and submit college transcripts to the School of Nursing Undergraduate Admissions Office (K6/146 Clinical Science Center, 600 Highland Avenue, Madison, WI 53792-2455). For off-campus transfer students, this is in addition to the Undergraduate application, high school and college records that must be submitted to the UW-Madison Office of Undergraduate Admissions (Armory and Gymnasium, 716 Langdon Street, 3rd Floor, Madison, WI 53706).
Transfer students must meet UW-Madison admission requirements to be eligible for School of Nursing admission. Courses and credits from other accredited colleges and universities are accepted in transfer if they are similar to courses offered for degree credit at UW-Madison. However, students who transfer must meet the degree requirements of the nursing program. Non-nursing courses are reviewed by the university Office of Undergraduate Admissions; nursing courses are reviewed by appropriate School of Nursing faculty.
The School of Nursing application is available for both on-campus and off-campus students after October 1 online through the School of Nursing Web site at www.son.wisc.edu/. Applications to both the School of Nursing and the university must be submitted by February 1. Admission to the nursing major is available only for fall semester. Students are admitted to the nursing major with an NUR classification. Students who complete the nursing program at the Western Campus for Nursing are given the NWC classification.
In order to be considered for admission to the nursing major, students must meet the following academic requirements by the end of spring semester.
The number of admissions to the program may be limited by university and School of Nursing admission policies; therefore, it is likely that the GPA required to be competitive for admission may be well above the 2.75 minimum GPA. Further, while academic performance is important in admissions decisions, other factors are taken into consideration as well.
The faculty of the UW-Madison School of Nursing believes that the knowledge, judgment, and skills needed to be a professional nurse are best developed through a rigorous academic program of study as well as through active engagement in the wider world. For this reason, admission to this highly competitive major is determined by a holistic review of each applicant's file. Typically, there are a greater number of qualified applicants than there are spaces available in the program. Candidates with the strongest overall applications are offered admission. Admissions policies are reviewed and updated periodically in light of the School of Nursing's mission statement and strategic priorities.
Factors that will be considered in admission decisions are academic performance, pattern and trend of grades, courses taken, extra-curricular activities, work experience related to health care, and factors beyond a student's control that may have temporarily impaired academic performance. The faculty of the School of Nursing also believe a diverse student body produces educational benefits for all students in promoting a robust exchange of ideas. Further, exposure to and competence in dealing with a wide range of peoples, cultures and viewpoints is essential in contemporary nursing practice. For these reasons, we give serious consideration to all the ways an applicant might contribute to a diverse educational environment such as experience or background in diverse cultural, social and geographic settings, evidence of commitment to community service, fluency in a second language, and interest in pursuing advanced degrees and a career in research and teaching. The School of Nursing application includes sections requesting information in all these areas.
The faculty of the School of Nursing reserves the right to recommend for graduation and for admission to the State Board of Nursing examination those students who, in the judgment of the faculty, meet the credentials for entry into professional practice.
Science, 22 credits, to include:
Chemistry 108 or 103, 4-5 cr
Anatomy 328, 3 cr, or equiv
Physiology 335, 5 cr, or equiv
Microbiology 101 or Biochemistry 501, 3 cr, or equiv
Pathology 404, 3 cr, or equiv
Pharmacology 401, 3 cr, or equiv
Social Studies and Humanities, 22 credits, to include:
Humanities, 6 cr
Human Growth and Development, 3 cr
Introductory Psychology, 3 cr
Introductory Sociology, 3 cr
Social Studies or Humanities, 7 additional credits
Math 112 or equivalent
English 101 or equivalent
Ethnic Studies: 3 credits from any category above or nursing
Nursing: 53-59 credits
105 Health Care Systems: Interdisciplinary Approach, 2 cr
212 Introduction to Nursing Practice, 4 cr
219 Clinical Nursing I, 3-4 cr
301 Health History and Patient Assessment, 3 cr
302 Introduction to Systematic Investigation, 3 cr
310 Mental Health Nursing and Mental Illness: Implications for Nursing, 3 cr
312 Nursing Care of Persons Responding to Alterations in Body Systems, 4 cr
319 Nursing Care in the Inpatient Setting, 4 cr
322 Community Health Nursing, 3 cr
332 Essentials of Family-Centered Perinatal and Pediatric Nursing, 3 cr
401 Legal and Social Forces in Nursing, 3 cr
415 Organizational Influences on Interdisciplinary Practice, 3 cr
419 Clinical III: Community Health Nursing Practicum, 4 cr
422 Advanced Concepts in Nursing Practice, 3 cr
433 Essentials of Gerontological Nursing, 3 cr
449 Nursing Care of Persons and Families with Complex Health Care Needs, 4 cr
Electives: 21-27 credits or sufficient to complete 124 credits
75 credits at the intermediate or advanced level
Communications A & B
Quantitative Reasoning A & B
A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above
Completion of 30 credits in residence
Note: Requirements are subject to curricular change. Consult with a nursing advisor regarding possible changes.
The four clinical nursing courses provide experience in caring for patients and families. The School of Nursing cannot guarantee that students will receive clinical training with all clinical populations. Specific orientation to the clinical experience is part of each clinical nursing course
Western Campus students use in-patient and out-patient facilities at the Gundersen Lutheran Hospital as well as community health sites throughout the La Crosse area.
In addition, Vernon, Monroe, and Trempealeau County public health agencies are available for additional experiences.
A Directory of Undergraduate Clinical Sites is available online at www.son.wisc.edu/students/clindirectory.htm.
In addition to the basic expenses for undergraduate students, nursing students will have additional expenses for uniforms and travel during the last two years of their program.
Nursing students are required to purchase an approved UW-Madison School of Nursing (SON) uniform. The uniform consists of a white top and navy pants. Lab coats embroidered with the SON logo are also required and worn when students are on clinical units doing clinical preparation. In addition, students may be required to wear their lab coats during community clinical experiences. Students wear predominantly white nursing, running or walking shoes when on the clinical units. For more detailed information about the uniform requirement, see the School of Nursing Student Handbook.
Western Campus nursing students wear a white uniform. Pants and tops of your choosing, white shoes and socks, and a white lab coat can be obtained at any uniform shop. For more detailed information about the uniform requirement, see the School of Nursing Student Handbook.
Clinical courses require travel to hospitals and agencies outside of the Madison and La Crosse area. Therefore, students must have a valid driver's license and access to the use of an automobile. Students are responsible for arranging their own transportation and for travel costs.
The RN to BS program is built upon the foundation of an associate degree or a diploma in nursing and includes general education courses, courses supportive of nursing, and the upper-level nursing major. The Bachelor of Science Program also offers returning registered nurse students advanced placement in nursing courses. Two distinct programs are available:
Registered nurses who hold a diploma or a degree from a two-year college and wish to earn a baccalaureate degree can complete the RN to BS program either full-time or part-time. The program is offered via the Internet and the combined resources of the nursing programs at the UW campuses located in Eau Claire, Green Bay, Madison, Milwaukee, and Oshkosh. The goal of the program is to provide access so that students may pursue their education without having to relocate.
The UW-Madison School of Nursing is one of five UW campuses providing the BSN@Home Program. Students choose UW-Madison as their home institution if they wish to pursue their B.S. degree from the UW-Madison institution. UW-Madison provides all student-related services (i.e., advising, financial aid, registration) and the unique capstone practicum course that gives students an integrative education experience.
All five institutions teach nursing courses in the shared curriculum. Core nursing courses are offered frequently to ensure that students have multiple options for course and program completion.
Students are admitted and enroll for courses through UW-Madison and must meet all degree requirements for the nursing program. The baccalaureate degree in nursing will be awarded by UW-Madison. The degree is nationally accredited and approved by the Wisconsin State Board of Nursing.
Students apply online for admission to the BSN@ Home Program through the UW-Madison Office of Admissions at www.apply.wisconsin.edu, indicating "Nursing (Collaborative Program)" as their intended major.
For more information, see the Web site bsnathome.com.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is nationally known for high-quality graduate, professional, and research programs. The School of Nursing offers an accelerated program designed for individuals who have received their nursing preparation in either an associate degree or diploma program, have been practicing in the field and are seeking additional education. Faculty recognizes that many RNs who return for the baccalaureate degree go on to attain the master of science degree.
The accelerated track is for highly motivated RN and academically eligible (3.0 GPA and above) students whose educational goal is master's or doctoral preparation. This track allows selected individuals to accelerate through the BS and MS programs. Students are considered for the accelerated track after admission to the BSN @Home program and completion of a designated confirming course. They conduct program planning with an undergraduate advisor and graduate faculty member in anticipation of admission to the M.S. program.
Students substitute Master's-level credits for baccalaureate-level credits while earning the B.S. Credits awarded upon completion of graduate-level courses count towards the baccalaureate degree. If students demonstrate graduate-level competency (grades of B or better) and are successfully admitted to the master's program after completion of the B.S., the corresponding number of credits will reduce the master's credit requirement.
Students in the accelerated track must apply to the master's program after completing the BS degree and before entering their first semester of exclusively MS level course work. They must take GREs and meet all other prerequisites for admission to the graduate program.
Students must apply online for admission to the BSN@Home Program through the UW-Madison Office of Admissions at www.apply.wisconsin.edu, indicating "Nursing (Collaborative Program)" as their intended major.
Students apply to the Accelerated Track (RN-MS) within the School of Nursing after formal admission to the nursing major. An application to the accelerated track is available from the student's advisor.
A minimum of 124 credits to include:
Chemistry 108 or 103, 4-5 cr, or equiv
Anatomy 328, 3 cr, or equiv
Physiology 335, 5 cr, or equiv
Microbiology 101, 3 cr, or Biochemistry 501, 3 cr, or equiv
Pathology 404, 3 cr, or equiv
Pharmacology 401, 3 cr, or equiv
Humanities, 6 cr
Growth and Development (Child and Family Studies 362 or 363 or equiv), 3 cr
Introductory Psychology, 3 cr
Introductory Sociology, 3 cr
Social Studies or Humanities, 7 additional credits
Nursing credits granted for prior learning: 24-30
306 Narrative Analysis, 2 cr
317 Health Assessment, 4 cr
341 Theoretical Foundations, 4 cr
433 Essentials of Gerontological Nursing, 3 cr
434 Nursing Research, 3 cr
437 Management and Leadership in Nursing, 4 cr
444 Community Health Nursing, 3 cr
519 Capstone Practicum for Registered Nurses, 6 cr
Note: Requirements are subject to curricular change. Consult with a nursing advisor regarding possible changes.
Wisconsin law requires criminal history background checks of persons responsible for the care, safety, and security of children and vulnerable adults. The Wisconsin Caregiver Law requires criminal background checks for licensed individuals, employees, prospective employees, and other specified persons affiliated with caregiving entities or providers. As this law applies to students providing care in School of Nursing clinical settings, the school must ensure that nursing students are in compliance with this law. Admission to the School of Nursing does not guarantee that a student will be eligible to earn a nursing degree if certain types of criminal offenses identified in the background check prevent them from participating in clinical placements. In addition, the school cannot guarantee eligibility for licensure by the State of Wisconsin or other licensing entity/authority if certain types of criminal offenses are identified in the background check.
The initial background check will be in effect for four years. If, during that four-year period, the student notifies the program that he/she has been convicted of a crime, or is under investigation for a crime, or if the program learns of this information from another source, another background check will be conducted. Likewise, if an individual remains in the program for more than four years, another background check is required.
Students place their background check order at www.myvci.com/uwmad. For more information about Wisconsin Act 27, please see the Department of Health and Family Services Web site, www.dhfs.state.wi.us.
The UW-Madison School of Nursing offers an honors degree for those high-ability students seeking early research involvement with a faculty mentor. Students who successfully complete the honors program graduate with a distinguished academic performance and receive a Bachelor of Science in Nursing with Honors. In addition, students of the honors program acquire an enriched view of nursing science.
Qualified students with a cumulative undergraduate GPA at or above 3.5 are invited to apply for admission to the honors program when they are admitted to the nursing program. Admission to the honors program is judged on past academic work, a short essay, and a letter of reference.
Note: Persons who do not fit within admission guidelines but feel they have exceptional ability as evidenced by an advanced degree in another discipline and/or unique academic or professional experiences may be considered for admission on an individual basis.
Each student in the Honors Program has an active role in identifying a faculty mentor. Once a student is assigned a faculty mentor, the mentor will help the student understand the research process and provide research-related resources. The mentor will also assist with identification and implementation of a senior honors thesis (e.g. involvement in the mentor's research).
Students must complete the following honors courses:
N680 Honors Seminar, 1 cr
N302 Introduction to Systematic Inquiry, 3 cr—honors section
N681 Senior Honors Thesis, 1-2 cr
N682 Senior Honors Thesis, 1-2 cr
The Honors Seminar course (N680) provides students with the opportunity to learn about faculty research projects. Students enroll in this course during the first semester of the nursing program. As part of the seminar, faculty presents their research, and faculty and students discuss research findings. In addition, students arrange meetings with faculty to explore the possibility of a mentoring experience and potential senior honors thesis projects. At the end of the seminar, students are assigned a faculty mentor.
The Nursing Research course, Introduction to Systematic Inquiry (N302), provides students with an overview of the steps of the research process. This course precedes the senior honor thesis and students enroll in an honors section. During the course, students design their senior honors thesis with guidance from their faculty mentor so that, upon completion of the course, students submit their N681 senior thesis contract.
The Senior Honors Thesis (N681) is a two-semester effort (or a semester and a summer) in which students actively participate in their faculty mentor's research program. The senior honors thesis can involve one or more of the following steps of the research process: reviewing the literature; designing nursing interventions for testing; collecting data; analyzing and interpreting data; and preparing scholarly reports or manuscripts. Senior thesis monies are available to students while completing the thesis. Students apply for the funding when submitting their N681 and N682 contracts.
Note: A student may obtain undergraduate honors credit for a graduate-level course (e.g., N700 Nursing Research I may fulfill requirements for N302 Introduction to Systematic Inquiry) if this is negotiated in advance with the undergraduate and graduate course professors.
Students must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or better on UW-Madison course work in order to remain in the honors program.
Advisors in the School of Nursing are available to provide assistance and advice with program planning for honors students. They are located at K6/146 in the Clinical Science Center. For an appointment, please call 263-5202. For further information about the honors program, contact: School of Nursing Honors Program, K6/146 CSC, 600 Highland Avenue, Madison, WI 53792-2455; 608/263-5167; srnellis@wisc.edu.
The Early Entry Ph.D. Option in nursing is an innovative program designed for undergraduate students who are interested in pursuing a research career. With the assistance of a faculty advisory committee, Early Entry students plan an individualized program of study and research, drawing on existing undergraduate and graduate courses in nursing and related disciplines. The option consists of early and intensive research training, clinical practice, and required and recommended course work. Three degrees are awarded to students who complete this option—a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.), granted by UW-Madison School of Nursing; and a Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.) and a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), granted by the UW-Madison Graduate School.
Admission. Undergraduate students may enter the program as a pre-nursing student or a student in the nursing major (e.g. a junior nursing student or registered nurse). Each applicant submits the following as part of admission screening: a statement of intent, written documentation of prior research experience(s), scholarly interests, academic recognition or awards, transcripts, standardized test scores (ACT or SAT), and references.
The student will formally apply to the Graduate Program of the School of Nursing and the Graduate School of the university, one or two semesters prior to completion of the baccalaureate degree. If the student is making satisfactory progress in the Early Entry Ph.D. option (including maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or higher), admission will be automatic. The student will not be required to take the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) for admission to the graduate program.
Curriculum. The program of study includes undergraduate and graduate credits. Current university standards for degree credits are followed. A minimum of 124 credits is required to earn a baccalaureate degree; a minimum of 16 graduate credits is required for the master's degree, followed by the required 57 doctoral credits. The master's degree is awarded prior to writing the preliminary examination. Upon successful completion of doctoral research credits and dissertation defense, the Ph.D. is awarded.
An integral part of the Early Entry Ph.D. Option is preparation for a career as a nurse researcher. Throughout the program, students will participate in a research team facilitated by their major advisor. Students participate in colloquia exposing them to the breadth and depth of research at the UW-Madison School of Nursing. As students progress, there is an expectation that they conduct independent research.
For further information, contact School of Nursing Academic Programs in Room K6/146 Clinical Science Center, 608/263-5202, www.son.wisc.edu.
The UW-Madison School of Nursing offers the School Nurse Certification Program in cooperation with the School of Education. Basic nursing students who wish to meet requirements for school nurse certification should see an advisor early in their program planning. Registered nurses working toward a baccalaureate degree may also complete requirements with their program. Registered nurses with a degree may apply to enter the certification program as "Special Students". All candidates apply to enter the certification program through the School of Nursing. A health education minor in the School of Education is also available.
470 Primary Health Care Nursing in the School Setting, 2 cr
472 Practicum in School Nursing, 6 cr
Courses meeting the growth and development requirement of the baccalaureate nursing program also satisfy the requirement for school nurse certification. Minimum of 3 credits to be selected from:
362 Development of the Young Child, 3 cr
363 Development from Middle Childhood to Old Age, 3 cr
320 Human Development in Infancy and Early Childhood, 3 cr
321 Human Development in Adolescence, 3 cr
723 Development Processes Across the Life Span, 3 cr
One of the following:
300 School and Society, 3 cr
412 History of American Education, 3 cr
500 Social Issues and Education, 3 cr
One of the following:
501 Health Information for Teachers, 3 cr
541 Organization and Administration of School Health and Safety Program, 3 cr
For further information contact the assistant dean for undergraduate programs, K6/132, Clinical Science Center, 600 Highland Avenue, Madison, WI 53792-2455; 608/263-5171
An integrated course sequence is offered by several university departments, including the School of Nursing, resulting in a multi-disciplinary educational experience in gerontology. The option is available to registered nurses in the community and nursing students. Upon completion of the sequence students will be awarded a Certificate of Specialized Study in Gerontology. Students desiring to meet requirements for the certificate program should see an advisor.
The Women's Studies Program offers a certificate in women's studies. This option, available to undergraduate and graduate students, requires 15 credits of course work in women's studies. Students interested in the certificate are encouraged to see an advisor.
The Office of Student Financial Services coordinates all types of financial aid for undergraduates, including scholarships, loans, and employment. Nursing students are considered for aid from university funds as well as the Nursing Student Loan Program and the Helen Denne Schulte Loan Program.
Information and application forms are available from: Office of Student Financial Services, 432 North Murray Street, Madison, WI 53706; 608/262-3060. For more information, see Student Financial Services in the beginning section of this catalog.
Several scholarships are administered by the School of Nursing in accordance with agreements between the donors and the school. For further information, contact the School of Nursing, Room K6/146, 263-5202, or visit www.son.wisc.edu/students/bsfinaid.htm.
Advisors are available to help students interpret curriculum and academic requirements, select electives, and plan a program of study. Advisors are also available to help with academic problems and to acquaint students with campus resources. Students should see an advisor at least once every semester.
The Advising Service is located in K6/146 of the School of Nursing. All advising appointments are made by calling 608/263-5202.
Students who wish to participate in the UW-Madison Pilot Four-Year Graduation Agreement must attend SOAR and the formal "Four-Year Graduation Agreement" orientation. They also must meet with their advisor by the second Friday in October for program planning and verification that they can graduate in four years. Students must continue to meet with their advisor at least once each semester to review their progress. Please note that participation in the agreement does not guarantee admission to the nursing major.
The Academic Advancement Program provides access to higher education for students with academic potential from minority/disadvantaged backgrounds. Students selected for the program may or may not meet all requirements for regular admission to the university, but all must show good potential to succeed according to the program's admission criteria.
The Academic Advancement Program serves students in UW-Madison schools and colleges campuswide. Students who are currently enrolled on the UW-Madison campus and who wish to become Academic Advancement Program participants may apply through the program's on-campus entry procedure. Supportive services of the program include counseling and advising, tutorial services, and writing/study skills instruction.
For more information or to receive a program brochure, contact the Academic Advancement Program, 10 Ingraham Hall, 1055 Bascom Mall, Madison, WI 53706; 608/263-5068. Students are admitted in the fall and spring semesters. The application deadline is June 1 for fall and December 1 for spring.
Students in the undergraduate nursing program are expected to know the rules and regulations of the nursing program. An Undergraduate Student Handbook and Pre-Nursing Student Handbook, published annually by the school for its undergraduate students, are available from advisors. The Undergraduate Student Handbook can also be found at the School of Nursing web site. The "For Your Information" (FYI) Web site contains official notification of policy changes, registration, and other information for students. Students are held responsible for information posted at www.son.wisc.edu/students/.
GUTS is a university-wide, student-run, volunteer tutoring program based on the concept of peer education: students helping students. Tutors provide help free of charge in a variety of subjects. The GUTS office is located in 302A Union South. Appointments with a tutor may be scheduled by calling 263-5666 or e-mail, guts@mail.studentorg.wisc.edu.
The Ebling Library is located on the second and third floors of the Health Sciences Learning Center building. The library collects resources and provides access to information in the basic and biomedical sciences. The 50,000 square foot facility contains 16 group-study rooms, wireless network capability, 32 research workstations, data jacks and outlets for personal laptops through the building and a teaching lab with 18 hands-on computers. The library resources include over 305,000 books, 3,000 journal subscriptions, 40 electronic databases covering the health sciences, 2,200 full-text electronic journals, 300 full-text health reference books, and rare books and special collections dating from 1492 to 1914.
The school is committed to recruitment, admission, retention, and graduation of minority and disadvantaged students. Staff in the Office of Academic Programs provide information about financial aid, tutoring and academic support services available on campus, housing, UW and School of Nursing policies, and employment opportunities.
For more information, contact School of Nursing Office of Academic Programs, 600 Highland Avenue, Madison, WI 53792-2455, 608/263-5202.
The SOAR Program is an orientation, academic advising, and registration program for all new students who are admitted and plan to attend the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The SOAR Program provides academic advising, the opportunity to enroll in classes, and an orientation to the UW-Madison campus.
Nursing students may participate in the social, cultural, athletic, recreational, and service organizations of the university and the Madison community. Many volunteer activities are available. There are student positions on some university-wide committees. Students are elected to serve on School of Nursing committees in an annual student election sponsored by the Student Nurses' Association (SNA).
Sigma Theta Tau, Inc., a professional honorary society, recognizes superior scholarship, leadership, research, and creativity. Advanced undergraduate and graduate students are chosen for membership to the Beta Eta Chapter on the basis of scholarship and professional excellence.
UW-Madison Student Nurses' Association (SNA), a pre-professional organization, is open to all undergraduates, including pre-nursing students.
The Writing Center offers help free of charge to students who are having problems writing or organizing papers, and to those who need assistance with mechanical or style problems. The Writing Center is located in 6171 Helen C. White Hall.