Office of Academic and Career Success - Universities at Shady Grove
To schedule an appointment, students attending classes at the Shady Grove campus must email their advisor.
Meet the Staff:
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Laura El Shafei, MPH, MA, RN Director/ Academic Advisor and Career Counselor Room: Room 107D, Building I, USG Phone: 301-738-6234 lelshafei@umaryland.edu |
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Brigitte Bard, BA Assistant Director/Academic Advisor and Support Coordinator Room: 107C, Building I, USG Phone: 301-738-6253 brigittebard@umaryland.edu |
Academic Advising and Support Services
Academic Advising (BSN)
Shortly after you have been admitted, you will be assigned an academic advisor who will guide you in the development of educational plans that are consistent with your goals. Our services include:
- Assistance with adding/dropping/withdrawing from courses
- Academic course selection
- Assistance navigating UMSON policies and procedures as outlined in the UMSON Student Handbook.
Academic Success Coaching Services
We offer academic coaching to support you in identifying roadblocks, uncovering obstacles, and generating new paths forward toward academic success. Our services include:
- Test-taking and study strategies and study skill building tips
- Time/stress management strategies and tips
- Critical thinking and clinical judgement strategies
USG Academic Support Services
Macklin Center for Academic and Leadership Success
- oral and written communication coaching
- disability support
- student life, organizations and leadership opportunities
- workshops
- professional toolkit preparation
- apa
- research
- data bases
- workshops
Health Sciences and Human Services Library
Peer Academic Support and Leadership
Peer-Led Academic Support Services
Guided Study Sessions
Guided Study Sessions are led by peer academic leaders who are BSN students who have successfully completed previous courses. They have strong communication skills and facilitate learning for students in designated 1st- and 2nd-semester courses.
Individual and Group Tutoring Support
Individual and small group tutoring is available to students who are struggling in their courses as evidenced by poor performance in their exams/quizzes, need for language support, or another type of circumstance that requires extra academic support or remediation. Students must meet with their advisor first before being referred to tutoring services. For questions about peer academic support services, email your academic advisor.
Leadership Opportunities
Office of Academic and Career Success
Are you someone that your peers gravitate to for help with their coursework? Are you interested in gaining skills as an educator and leader? The OACS recruits students each semester who are interested in leading Guided Study Sessions, Individual and Small Group Tutoring, and other special projects that facilitate student learning.
Criteria to Apply:
3.2 or higher GPA
85% or above grades are required in the course you wish to apply for
No experience necessary: We will train you!
Yes! This is a paid position!
How to Apply:
Recruiting emails are sent to rising 2nd, 3rd and 4th semester students. If you meet the criteria and are interested, please reply and attach your updated resume and cover letter. It doesn’t hurt to reach out to your professor and ask them to endorse you for the course/s and position that you are applying for.
If you would like more information, please contact Laura El Shafei or Brigitte Bard.
Student Organizations and Leadership Opportunities
Student Organizations
As a future nursing professional, it is essential to cultivate skills needed to be successful in a clinical setting. Participation in student organizations is a great way to develop and enhance your professional skills to make you stand out as an applicant while also allowing you to get to know other UMSON nursing students who share your similar career goals and aspirations. Serving in a leadership role can further enhance your skillset and allow you to showcase your contributions to future employers and help you launch your career with confidence.
UMSON Student Organizations at Shady Grove
- Asian Students Inspired to Advance Nursing (ASIAN)
- Black Student Nurses Association (BSNA)
- Latinx Association of Nurses at University of Maryland (LANUM)
- Nurses for Global Health (NGH)
- NSNA* Chapter: University of Maryland Association of Nursing Students (UMANS)
Check out the full list and details of UMSON student organizations for both campuses and get engaged! Should you have questions, please reach out to Chantelle Brown, Assistant Director/liaison to UMSON student organizations.
USG Leadership Paid Opportunities
Student Ambassador Program:
Center for Transfer Access (CRTA)
301-738-6023
Student Assistant Positions:
Macklin Center for Academic and Leadership Success
301-738-6315
usg-macklin@umd.edu
Center for Scholarships
301-738-6023
usg-scholarships@umd.edu
Recreation Services
301-738-6299
usg-rec@umd.edu
Externship and Career Readiness Resources
Applying for a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) License
USG Externship and Career Events
Nurse Recruiter Tuesdays at Shady Grove
Each semester, the Universities at Shady Grove offers Meet the Recruiter Tuesdays. Students are invited to meet and speak with recruiters from local hospitals about externships and careers.
Resume Resources
Nursing Resume Tip Sheet
Early Career Sample Resume
Employment
Careers4Nurses – Connecting UMSON nurses and employers Careers4Nurses is an online recruitment platform exclusively for students and alumni from the University of Maryland School of Nursing. Students can search and apply directly to any positions that are posted by employers. Careers4Nurses is FREE and accessible 24/7.
Employer Recruitment Programs and Events
UMSON regularly hosts employers on campus during the fall and spring semesters at the Baltimore and Universities at Shady Grove locations. Watch your email, the Elm Weekly, and the USG Weekly for upcoming event.