Office of Academic and Career Success - Universities at Shady Grove

These organizations are currently active at USG:

• Nurses for Global Health (NGH)
• University of Maryland Association for Nursing Students (UMANS) (also see the UMANS website for additional information)

Additional Student Organizations are available at the Baltimore location.

We offer limited direct one-on-one and group writing consultations, both online or face to face. Services include: 

• Brainstorming  
• Understanding Assignment 
• Planning Content and Organization  

Macklin Center for Academic Services (MCAS)

We partner with MCAS in providing writing support services for nursing students. MCAS offers one-on-one online or face-to-face assistance with course work, projects, and presentations, including:

• Brainstorming 
• Content and Organization 
• Grammar 
• APA Formatting  

For more information or to make a writing appointment visit the Macklin Center's website. 

UMB's Writing Center

We encourage students to also become familiar with the valuable resources offered on the UMB Writing Center’s website.

Research and Citation Help

Priddy Library at USG offers: 

• Health and Life Sciences Librarian (Eileen Harrington)   
• Workshops 
• Academic Writer 

Health Sciences and Human Services Library at UMB offers: 

• School of Nursing Librarians (online appointments offered) 
• Databases 
• Workshops and Tutorials 

Academic Advising (BSN and MSN – E)

Upon admission to UMSON, 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.
• CNA licensure guidance

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 

Coaching is also provided at the Universities at Shady Grove Macklin Center for Academic Success.

Peer-Led Academic Support Services

Guided Study Sessions 
Guided Study Sessions are led by peer academic leaders who are BSN students and have successfully completed previous courses. They have strong communication skills and facilitate learning for designated 1st- and 2nd-semester courses. 

Open Tutoring
Meet with 3rd- and 4th-semester peer academic leaders who are experienced learning facilitators who provide open tutoring for 1st-, 2nd-, and 3rd-semester students. Open tutoring is held both virtually and in person.

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.

Writing Tutors 
Peer Academic Writing Support is available for 1st through 3rd semester students who need help with understanding their writing assignments, content and flow. Students can also make an appointment to brainstorm their writing assignments.

For information about peer academic support services, email your academic advisor or email the Office of Academic and Career Success at oacsnursingsg@umaryland.edu.

Writing and Research Support Services

Universities at Shady Grove Macklin Center for Academic Services (MCAS) 
MCAS offers one-on-one online or face-to-face assistance with course work, projects, and presentations, including:

• Brainstorming
• Content and Organization
• Grammar
• APA Formatting  

For more information or to make an appointment visit the Macklin Center's website.

Research and Citation Support

Priddy Library at USG offers: 

• Health and Life Sciences Librarian (Eileen Harrington)   
• Workshops 
• Academic Writer 

Health Sciences and Human Services Library at UMB offers: 

• School of Nursing Librarians (online appointments offered) 
• Databases 
• Workshops and Tutorials 

Schedule an Appointment

To schedule a career counseling appointment, email Laura El Shafei, Director of UMSON Office of Academic and Career Success at USG at lelshafei@umaryland.edu to request an appointment.

Career Counseling Services

• Career decision making
• Resume, curriculum vitae (CV), cover letter, personal statement review
• Job search and networking strategies and tips
• Interview preparation
• Evaluating offers and job acceptance etiquette

The Center for Career Development at the Universities at Shady Grove

UMSON students who attend classes at the Universities at Shady Grove are also eligible to receive free career services offered by the Center for Career Development at the Universities at Shady Grove.

To schedule an appointment, visit The Center for Career Development’s “Getting Started with Career Connector” webpage to create your free account and schedule your career appointment.

Website: shadygrove.umd.edu/student-affairs/career-development
Email: usgcareerservices@umd.edu
Campus Location: Biomedical Sciences and Engineering Building (Building IV), Suite 1318
Phone: (301) 738-6338
In person Hours: Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Virtual Hours: Fridays, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Sample Documents

• Résumé Guide (PDF)
• Cover Letter Guide (PDF)
• Sample Resume for Student Nurse/CNA/Patient Tech No. 1
• Sample Resume for Student Nurse/CNA/Patient Tech No. 2
• Sample Resume for Entry-Level RN

Careers4Nurses online career management and job search platform

Career4Nurses is an online recruitment platform exclusively for UMSON students and alumni.  It serves as your one-stop-shop for searching and applying to positions posted by employers seeking to hire UMSON talent. Search and apply to positions of all kinds -- whether it be part-time, full-time, student nurse, externship, research, entry-level, or experienced positions. Careers4Nurses is FREE and accessible 24/7. 

Employer Recruitment Programs

Whether you are beginning your first semester or are about to graduate, it is essential to learn about employers and begin to gather information to help you find the career path that is right for you! 

The Office of Academic and Career Success Baltimore campus regularly hosts on-campus employer visits "Career Connections” each semester.  These events are designed to bring nurse recruiters and hiring managers and students together to exchange information in a casual, relaxed setting.  

To view the current calendar of events, visit the Elm calendar. 

Professional Nursing Associations

University of Maryland School of Nursing Alumni "UMSON Connects"

Additional Job Search Resources for Nurses

liquidcompass.com/institutions/umaryland 
Maryland Job Network 
Advanced Practice Job Search 
HealthJobs Network 

Student Organizations

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 same career goals and aspirations.  Assuming 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.

Check out the full list of UMSON student organizations and get engaged! Should you have questions, please reach out to Chantelle Brown, Assistant Director/liaison to UMSON student organizations.

Peer Leadership Opportunities

The following leadership opportunities are offered at the USG campus to support you in the pursuit of leadership skills:

Careers4Nurses – Connecting UMSON nurses and employers 

Careers4Nurses is the University of Maryland School of Nursing’s online recruiting system. It serves as your one-stop-shop for recruiting UMSON talent – whether it be for full-time, part-time, entry-level, or experienced positions.  UMSON students and alumni can search and apply directly to any position you post to the system. Careers4Nurses is FREE and accessible 24/7. 

Visit the Careers4Nurses employer webpage to sign up for a free account today!

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. 

If your organization would like to know more about how you can partner with our school, please email NRScareers@umaryland.edu.

• Universities at Shady Grove Macklin Center for Academic Services
• UMB Writing Center
• Center for Counseling and Consultation (USG)
• Student Health Center
• Educational Support and Disability Services