Academic Support and Student Services
The Loewenberg College of Nursing Academic Support team plays a critical role in supporting and guiding students throughout their nursing education. Our Academic Advisors’ mission is to support all nursing students throughout their program at LCON. The Academic Advisors are readily available to assist students with a variety of student services, including:
- Academic Planning
- Program and Curriculum Guidance
- Degree Progress and Graduation Requirements
- Career and Professional Development
- Personal and Academic Support
We are dedicated to being a helpful resource for you. Working closely with the university's faculty and staff, advisors create a supportive and inclusive atmosphere that fosters accountability, academic success, and diversity. Within this positive and user-friendly environment, advisors ensure the provision of accurate and up-to-date information to students. We are here to help you succeed! If you need something and don’t know who to ask or where to go, call or stop by and ask us. You can make an advising appointment with your respective academic program advisor via the contact information listed below within the designated program tab.
The Advising Period:
- Oct 1 – Nov 15 for Spring Semester Courses
- Mar 1 – Apr 15 for Summer Semester Courses
- Mar 1 – Jul 15 for Fall Semester Courses
BSN students will be issued course permits that will allow you to register for your first semester of nursing classes after receipt of all Required Nursing Data Documents in the Clinical Data Management Software (CDMS).
Mid-way through your first semester of the BSN program, and each semester afterwards, you will meet with an LCON Academic Advisor to prepare for the next semester's courses, create an academic plan in UMdegree, and discuss challenges associated with being a nursing student. After this appointment, your Advisor will clear you to register, and you will be issued permits for your next semester of nursing classes.
To schedule an academic advising appointment contact:
- Alex DeJarnett (N1/A1 - N3)
- Angelica Williams-Miller (N4/A4 - N5)
For more information about BSN Academic Advising, Academic Advising.
MSN Advising considers the individual needs of each student, which may include appropriate referral services, decisions concerning appropriate classes, career choices, co-curricular activities, or advice and recommendations during the advising process. Once the student is active in the system, the advisor will put their degree plan in their PLANS section of UMdegree.
The Graduate Program Academic Services Coordinator (GPASC) will contact the student to review a part-time or full time schedule. (Unless the student does not work, we do not recommend a full-time curriculum plan, which is 12 hours. A full-time curriculum must be approved by the director of each program). We recommend a part-time curriculum (6 hours) for the best academic results. Please note, the MSN curriculum plan is pre-set and published on the Nursing website.
Once a student receives advisement and are familiar with the process, the GPASC will
enter the appropriate course pins to release classes and clear the student for registration.
After which, the student can register for classes. Graduate students will also be
assigned an LCON Faculty Advisor. Mid-way through your first semester of the MSN program,
and each semester afterwards, the student will meet with an LCON Faculty Advisor to
prepare for the next semester's courses as well as discuss challenges associated with
being in the program. After each semester's appointment, the GPASC will clear the
student to register for the next semester of nursing classes.
For more information about MSN Academic Advising, Academic Advising.
For more information about PhD Academic Advising, Academic Advising.
How do I make an appointment with an advisor? What if Navigate isn't working?
Carefully follow the instructions above for online booking. If you are still having problems with getting an appointment please submit a Scrub Hub ticket for additional assistance.
I tried to register and it says I need an alternate PIN from my advisor. What does this mean?
This is an advising hold. It means you have not met with your advisor to discuss your class schedule for the upcoming semester. Schedule an advising appointment (see above for instructions), and the hold will be cleared after your appointment. If you have already met with your advisor and the alternate PIN message still appears, contact your advisor as soon as possible so that the hold can be removed.
Can I take classes in the Summer Semester? How do I submit my request for Summer school?
Undergraduate students should email an advisor if they are interested in enrolling in Summer courses. Currently, undergraduate nursing courses are only offered for students enrolled in the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. If you are considering enrolling in any elective or general education courses during the summer please contact and verify with your respective Academic Advisor first.
Can I receive registration permits if my nursing data needs to be updated?
No. All required nursing data must be current to receive course permits for the upcoming semester. Students must be clear through April for the Spring term, August for the Summer term, and November for the Fall term. Updated nursing data documents can be emailed to bsn@memphis.edu. For information regarding your required nursing data, click here or contact the BSN Clinical Services Coordinator at bsn@memphis.edu.
I haven't received my registration permits, but my friend has. How can I get my permits?
In order to receive your permits, make sure that all your required nursing data is current (see above). Registration permits are not all issued at the same time, so be patient, and don't worry, you are guaranteed a spot in your nursing courses!
What are my responsibilities?
- Know the Academic Advisors' names and where they are located.
- Consult with an Academic Advisor if problems arise.
- Make sure that your health requirements are current.
- Schedule appointments early and keep current on academic requirements, policies and procedures.
- Accept responsibility for academic choices.
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