Whether you are beginning your nursing journey at the baccalaureate level or advancing your practice through one of our master's or doctoral programs, we are honored that you have chosen USI. Our faculty and staff are committed to supporting you at every step as you work toward your degree and your goals as a nursing professional. You have joined a program with a strong tradition of excellence, and we are invested in your success.
This student handbook contains the policies and procedures that guide the USI Coudret Nursing Program. Please take the time to review it carefully—students are responsible for knowing these policies, and any questions can be clarified by your advisor, your faculty or the Assistant Dean of Nursing. All students enrolled with the Kinney College of Nursing and Health Professions are expected to abide by the policies found in the Kinney College Handbook. This handbook is located on the Kinney College website listed under "About the College." In addition, students should be knowledgeable of the University policies, which can be found on the Dean of Students webpage.
The nursing student handbook is available on each Blackboard course site as well as in the virtual centers. Faculty reserve the right to amend policies and procedures when appropriate, and any revisions will be communicated to you in class or through your USI email.
I wish you a successful and rewarding academic year, and I look forward to celebrating your accomplishments along the way.
Dr. Bailey Rankin
Assistant Dean of Nursing