Dear Students, Welcome back! It is hard to believe it is the middle of September already. I love having classes back in session. It is wonderful to see so many students in the Atrium studying, interacting, and enjoying their time at the College. On October 10, we will be celebrating the graduation of 20 BSN graduates from our October 2013 class. The ceremony will be held in the Atrium at 7 pm. Congratulations is extended to each and every one of you! With the start of the new year, we have many new faces. Please welcome the following new employees: Academic Members: Faculty Dr. Stephanie Stewart – Dean of Academic Affairs Mark Bake – BSRS Program Director Misty Susa – Clinical Coordinator/Faculty, BSRS Program Andra Sartorelli – Clinical Coordinator/Faculty, BSRS Program Christina Smith – Faculty member, BSRS Program Cindy Finesilver – Faculty member BSN Program Academics: Adjunct Faculty Members Jolene Bartlett – BSRS Program Michelle Bilke – BSN Program Marilyn Brunner – BSN Program Chad Dall – BSRS Program Linda Haen – BSN/FNP Program
Dates to Remember 15 Month Commencement Ceremony Thursday, October 10, 2013 7:00 p.m. Bellin College Atrium Scholarship Salute Thursday October 30, 2013 4:00 p.m. Bellin College Atrium Academic Advising: October 21 – November 14 Thanksgiving Break November 28 & 29, 2013 Finals Week December 9-13, 2013
Staff Members: Jessica Krause – Admissions Counselor Janelle Maricque – Advisor and Career Services Coordinator Nicole Schneider – Research Analyst As a College, we have an enormous gift to give. We give the gift of enhancing the lives of our students and the gift of teaching you the knowledge, skills, and abilities to be successful in your career. Our commitment as faculty, staff, and administration is to place our students first. Of course in the long run, our success will be measured by the accomplishments of our students, and the level of leadership they assume in their profession. It is our duty to serve as role models and leaders. But more than that, it is our responsibility to make a positive and lasting difference to our students. Your success at Bellin College is a joint responsibility with the faculty, staff, and administration. Here are a few tips to help you succeed: Take every opportunity to learn to be a nurse, an Educator, a FNP, or a radiologic technologist. The biggest challenge for most students is time management. Don’t overextend yourself, and make sure that you are “putting in the time” outside of classes, labs, and clinical experiences. Do not succumb to frustration. If you have trouble, be sure to see your professors. You have an active advising system available to you, and you need to make use of it if you feel you may be falling behind. If Graduation is near, stay focused until the end…your success depends on it! Remember, you are here because you had a vision to become a nurse or radiologic technologist. Hold on to that vision as you work toward your personal success. Best of luck this academic year! My door is always open if you want to talk as I look forward to getting to know each and every one of you. Remember: “Vision without action is merely a dream. Action without vision just passes the time. Vision with action can change the world.”
Dr. Connie J. Boerst President/CEO
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Student Organizations: Opportunities to Engage at Bellin College Dr. Nancy Burruss Dean of Student Services Learning takes place in every aspect of your College experience. Not only within the classroom but outside of the classroom. Our campus and the surrounding community have the potential to be filled with challenges and opportunities. Students who are involved outside of class feel a stronger sense of community and are more satisfied with their overall College experience. Student organizations are a great way to meet other students, nursing and radiology, while exploring your interests, developing leadership skills, and being an active part of the College community. There are several organizations on campus that meet regularly, host programs and events, and provide service to the community. Student organizations such as Bellin Student Nurse Association (BSNA), Student Senate, Open School for Health Care Professionals (IHI), and the Ambassador Club. When you engage outside the classroom in student organizations you: Develop your strengths and interests Meet new people and network Reinforce what you are learning as a professional Develop your skills as a leader Prepare for your future career Gain valuable real-world experience working with others Develop characteristics for success Consider joining and actively engaging in one of our student organizations and make the most of your Bellin College experience!
Student Senate Student Senate is an organization that allows students to organize and actively participate in the decision-making of student services and activities. It is also a means for students to have an active and open dialog with Bellin College Administration. Over the course of the year, Student Senate sponsors several Collegewide events that promote student involvement and/or wellness. All students are members of Bellin College’s Student Senate and are welcome to attend meetings, although, there are representatives from each class who will report back with any
important information. Student Senate is an easy and fun way to get involved at Bellin College. It allows students to voice their opinions and make a difference. Everyone is welcome and we love to see new faces! 2013-2014 Meeting Dates: To be announced… Please visit the Student Senate webpage for more information, upcoming events, and meeting days, times, and location.
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Other upcoming events for this year include: a fundraiser to raise money to provide products to parents at the N.E.W. Clinic who can't afford to buy things like diaper cream, diapers or hygiene products for their children, a stethoscope sale, as well as community volunteering during the Christmas season.
BSNA Update Welcome Back! Bellin Student Nursing Association (BSNA) is dedicated to preparing nursing students to become valuable healthcare members who reflect the standards and ethics of the nursing profession by promoting health through community service, increasing awareness of nursing issues and development of leaders.
Next Meeting: Monday, September 23 from 4-5:30pm The officers for this year are: President: Cassandra Cooley President Elect: Natalie Werth Vice President: Jani Morgan Projects Director: Amanda Novitski/Caitlyn Lloyd Secretary: Kyleigh Lesjak Treasurer: Lindsay Schroth, Fundraising Director: Krysta Schbesta Legislative Director: Jacilyn Herman Junior Class Rep: Natalie Werth Senior Class Rep: Lori Liest & Kelsey Zaztrow
This year BSNA will be hosting Boo Bash on Saturday, October 26, 2013 from 1:003:00 p.m. in the College atrium. It is a free Halloween event that is open to the community! The goal is to create a fun, safe, educational event for children and their parents. This event will be a collaboration with Student Senate, Kappa Pi, Radiology student organization and IHI Open School. There will be a sign up sheet available if you are interested in helping out with the Boo Bash! BSNA will also be collecting food items for a local shelter during the event.
IHI Open School - Bellin College Chapter Welcome Back Everyone! The IHI Open School is part of an international effort to improve the quality and safety of care provided to patients. Through the Open School, students have the opportunity to enhance their knowledge, skills and abilities related to quality care and to engage in activities designed to assist students in making a difference in the life of each patient they encounter.
Advisor: Dr. Mary Rolloff
competition, a Float Sale in December, and members are planning to attend the IHI National Forum in Orlando! If you are interested in joining IHI, feel free to attend the next meeting on September 30, 2013 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. in Room 104. The officers for this year are: President: Hannah Jochman President elect: Abigail Cropsey Vice President: Amanda Rader Treasurer: Courtney Fiest Secretary: Yeni Elena-Carrasco
IHI has a lot of great events in the works for this year, such as Breast Cancer Awareness month activities, the Wisconsin AHEC Case
For the latest updates visit: www.bellincollege.edu
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Save the Date! Higher Learning Commission (HLC) College Re-Accreditation Visit: April 7, 8 and 9, 2014 Bellin College is scheduled for its re-accreditation visit with the Higher Learning Commission next spring, April 7, 8, and 9, 2014. Accreditation ensures students, as well as employers, that our students are receiving a quality education. Without it a college may not be eligible for participation in federal and state financial aid programs. Proper accreditation is also important for the transfer of college credit, and is a prerequisite for many graduate programs. The College currently has 3 accreditations:
The Higher Learning Commission, which gives as “permission” to teach and function as an institution of higher education;
The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE): the primary reviewer of our BSN and MSN programs (review due 2018)
The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT): the reviewer of our BSRS program (review due 2015)
Preparation for this visit is underway, the College is working to compile the necessary information to present to the reviewers in the spring.
So, what do you need to do? Nothing at this point. We simply want you to be aware of this project. During the semester, you may be asked by a faculty member to use a paper, project, presentation, or portfolio that you completed as an example of work that meets program outcomes. As we get closer to the visit, we’ll be asking for student volunteers to sit down with the HLC reviewers to share your Bellin College student experiences. This is an exciting time for the College! It gives us the opportunity to do a thorough review of our processes, to show what we are doing well, and to examine those areas where we can improve. If you have any questions please feel free to contact Dr. Kathy Zellner.
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HESI Update: For all Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors: Course activities are well underway, and with that comes studying for exams, clinical preparation, and general review! Don’t forget to incorporate your Evolve / HESI resources into your study plan. Please regularly access your resources at www.evolve.elsevier.com and take advantage of the Case Studies and Patient Reviews that are available. These will help you prepare for the content-specific exams, prep for or review clinical scenarios, as well as provide additional review for your courses. Research studies have shown that students who actively use the case studies and patient reviews as part of their study plan are more likely to pass the nursing licensure test following graduation! HESI testing for fall 2013 is underway. Please refer to the schedule below, or to your course syllabi for specifics. If questions, please do not hesitate to contact either your course faculty or Dr. Mary Rolloff.
HESI TESTING DATES: Fall 2013 REMEMBER: The Computer Resource Center will be closed to all except for test writers during the testing sessions. SEPTEMBER: Class of 2013, Oct. 15M OCTOBER: Class of 2014, Oct.15 M
Pharmacology: Monday, Sept. 23 0800-1000 E2: Thursday, Sept. 26 0800-1200 Fundamentals: Tuesday, Oct. 1 1430-1630 Pharmacology: Monday, Oct. 7 0800-1000
NOVEMBER: Class of 2014, May 15M: Medical/Surgical: Monday, Nov. 25 0800-1000 DECEMBER: Class of 2014, May Trad: Medical/Surgical: Monday, Dec. 9 0900-1100 (A-H) Tuesday, Dec. 10 1430-1630 (J-Z) Class of 2014, Oct. 15M: Fundamentals: Friday, Dec. 13, 1030-1230 Class of 2015, May Trad: Psych-Mental Health: Monday, December 2, 0830 - 1030 (O-W) Tuesday, December 3, 0900 - 1100 (B-M) Class of 2016, May Trad: Fundamentals: Monday, Dec. 2 1500-1700 (A-M) Fundamentals: Friday, Dec. 6 1430 – 1630 (N-Z) As always, if questions or concerns, please do contact me at:
[email protected] Student Evaluation of Course and Faculty: End of Session 2013: Course evaluations will be distributed for ALL 15 month courses the mid-October and will remain open for 2 weeks. Your feedback regarding courses and faculty is valued and used to make improvements Please watch your e-mails and respond promptly when notified! For the latest updates visit: www.bellincollege.edu
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Having a tough time in class? Looking for a little extra study help?
Bellin College Awards The College grants two awards each year at the spring graduation ceremony, and they are outlined below.
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Graduating Student Award: Lucyanna Hitch Award for Excellence Eligible applicants include candidates for graduation in good standing from October 2013, December 2013, and May 2014.
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This award recognizes the graduating student from any program (BSN, BSRS, and MSN) who best exemplifies the College Values of Excellence, Integrity, Community, and Caring.
Don’t wait until it’s too late! This is an annual award given in memory of, and tribute to, Lucyanna Hitch, a dedicated College advocate. The award recipient is announced at graduation in May and receives a recognition plaque in addition to a modest cash award. Award recipients are commemorated on the cumulative award plaque permanently on display at the College in the Student Activities Conference Room, Room 102A. This award has been given each year since 1988.
Janelle Maricque Advisor and Career Services Coordinator (920) 433-6663
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This award involves an application process. Calls for Applications will specify the application requirements: Application Cover Form Narrative Faculty Letter of Recommendation The application deadline will be a date, to be announced, in spring 2014. If you have any questions, please contact this year’s Selection Committee Chair – Kathie DeMuth.
_____________________________________________________ Faculty Award: Nishioka Family Faculty Excellence Award All students are encouraged to nominate a nursing faculty member who has been influential in their program of study. This award honors a nursing faculty member for contributions in the areas of professional nursing advancement, nursing education advancement, professional behavior and growth, and support of the College. This award has been given each year since 1990. The award is sponsored through a generous contribution from Dr. Hiro Nishioka. The award recipient is announced at commencement in Spring, receives funds for professional development, and is commemorated on the cumulative award plaque permanently on display at the College in Conference Room 212. This award involves a nomination process. Calls for Nominations will specify the nomination criteria and provide the nomination form. The nomination deadline will be a date, to be announced, in spring 2014. If you have any questions, please contact this year’s Selection Committee Chair - Lynn Murphy.
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Emergency Procedures & Campus Safety Students should familiarize themselves with the Bellin College campus emergency evacuation plans posted throughout the building. During a fire drill all students and employees are expected to vacate the building. The College is equipped with emergency phones and call buttons. There are emergency phones in the parking lots which can be identified by their blue lights. These phones access 911 Emergency responses. There is also an emergency call button located in the campus Wellness Center. The College has a cardiac arrest mobile unit (A.E.D. or Automated External Defibrillator) located at the reception desk in the Atrium. Campus Safety: This is a shared responsibility between the College and its campus community members. There are security personnel on campus when students have access to the building. For assistance during regular business hours (8:00 am – 4:30 pm) contact the Student Service Office. Security personnel will be patrolling the campus during non-business hours, and will be stationed at the reception desk in the atrium. Inclement Weather/Class Cancellations: If the hours of operation of the college are altered (cancellation of classes, labs, and/or practicum) details will be communicated via the College Information Line, website and/or local radio and televisions stations. Students are responsible for using personal judgment regarding their safety and travel to the college during inclement weather. If the College closes for reasons other than weather, check the website. Information Line: (920) 433-1933) Information about any closings will typically be available as early as 5:00a.m. for day classes, labs, and practicum, and typically by 1:00p.m. for evening classes, labs, and clinical experiences.
Bellin College Hours General guidelines: Students may enter the Main Entrance Door on the first floor or the back doors by using their ID badges. The College is open to the public from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Main Entrance Door will be open during regular business hours. Students’ ID badge will allow access before and after regular business hours. Students are expected to leave the building by 8:00 p.m. Hours are subject to change, namely, during holidays and summer months. A complete list of campus hours in the Undergraduate Student Handbook. Student Access to the Building: Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., Saturday & Sunday – Closed Library Access: Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., Saturday & Sunday – Closed Computer Resource Center: Monday – Friday 7:00 - 8:00pm, Saturday & Sunday – Closed Health Sciences Resource Center: (Practice Lab): Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., Saturday & Sunday – Closed Wellness Center: Monday – Friday 7:00-8:00 p.m., Saturday & Sunday – Closed BC Express: Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Saturday & Sunday – Closed
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