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Four bowling lanes and a swimming pool are located in the educationalunit. These facilities provide recreation for students along with use of theOur Lady of Victory Auditorium where volley ball, basketball, folk andballroom dancing are enjoyed.A large laundry provides automatic washing and drying facilities. Alsoon this level of the building, there are vending machines, a recreation room,and trunk storage room.Spiritual OpportunitiesThe school encourages students to have an active spiritual life andprovides various opportunities to fulfill this goal. Holy Mass is offered twicedaily in the hospital chapel. St. Mary's Chapel, located on B-Floor of theschool, offers a quiet atmosphere for prayerful meditation.A Christian Renewal is planned on an annual basis. All students areencouraged to participate.Courses in Theology, Ethics, Christian Marriage, and Psychologyare offered to teach Christian principles which underlie the practice ofnursing and the Christian way of life.The Christian Life Committee is an organization which plans for thespiritual activities of the student body. Projects are planned by a committeeof six student members. Additional spiritual activities include: May Crown ing of the Blessed Virgin Mary, a Christmas party for underprivileged chil dren, and accompanying the chaplain as he goes to the hospital floors togive the patients Holy Communion. The school library has an ample supplyof books concerning spiritual subjects to interest the students.The National Student Nurse AssociationThe National Student Nurse Association is divided into constituentunits. At each level the organization elects officers, holds meetings, andserves as a pre-professional organization for students.All studentsare urged to become members, to participate in the activities, and to attendthe annual Nebraska State Student Nurses' Convention.Heaith ServiceThe health program directs the promotion of good health, the preven tion of illness and provides for medical care of the student. The school isresponsible for the mental and physical health of its students and maintainsa health program under the direction of a physician and registered nursewhich will minimize health hazards and thereby prevent loss of time, pro mote maximum efficiency and personal effectiveness. Although the healthprogram should guard against illness, it has a primary goal in the promo tion of positive health and the development of each individual's maximumpotentialities for a useful professional and well-rounded life.A complete physical examination is given by the school physician afteradmission and annually thereafter. Any additional laboratory tests, examina tions, eye refractions, dental care, or x-rays will be at the expense of thestudent. The school assumes no responsibility for physical defects, disclosedat the time of the entrance physical examination or those caused by a lackof cooperation with the health program. The school is not responsible forhealth expenses due to accidents or illness occuring off the campus.-1 0 -

It is required that each student enroll in the Blue Cross-Blue ShieldGroup Han or a comparable health insurance plan. Students assume responsi bility for payment of hospital service and all other medical and surgicalexpenses not covered by insurance. This indebtedness must be satisfiedbefore the final examinations of the current academic year. Students mayconsult other physicians with the knowledge and permission of the healthdirector.Medications regularly stocked by the health office are dispensed at nocost. Prescribed medications may be purchased from the hospital pharmacyat a discount.Permission for students who are minors to serve as blood donors andto participate in research projects for staff physicians is obtained fromparents or guardians.Twenty-one days for illness are allowed during the program of study.Guidance and CounselingThe purpose of the guidance and counseling program is to assist thestudent to make the most effective use of his assets, to set reasonableand attainable goals within the framework of the educational program andin keeping with the philosophy and objectives of the school.Guidance and counseling is an integral part of the educational programfor the student, and is founded on the philosophy that personal adjustmentand maturity in all areas of living are essential to a happy and productivelife. Its aim is toward greater independence and integration of each studentinto her environment. Within this program, the student develops throughself-direction a more mature and adequate spiritual, academic, emotional andsocial adjustment.Guidance involves personal help given by someone competent in theactivity. It is designed to assist the student in decisions on goals, means ofreaching them and how they can best be accomplished. Any student at anytime and for any reason may seek out the assistance of the guidance per sonnel. While students are encouraged to use the services of the guidancepersonnel for matters not specifically pertaining to a particular area of study,all faculty members associated with students are responsible for counseling.Guidance is a continuing process that begins before admission and its influ ence continues long after the student has left the school.Student OrganizationsIn common with many educators in other areas, the faculty of thisschool believes that school-sponsored activities contribute directly to thestudent's personal, social and spiritual growth.According to the expression of student interest, activities have beenand may continue to be expanded to include cultural and social opportun ities in the community.The official organization of the student body is the Student Associationto which all students belong. The purpose of the Association is to developin the student a sense of moral and social responsibility. Its functions areto plan and direct student activities, to promote cooperative relationshipsbetween students and faculty, and to assist in maintaining the highest possi ble standards for the school.Officers are elected annually, and monthly meetings are held fromSeptember through May.Two faculty members are appointed toserve as advisors. Within the structure of the Student Association, provision-1 1 -

is made for a Residence Board whose responsibility relates to the rules ofthe residence, and for various committees who serve in designated capacities.Student Association dues are ten dollars ( 10.00), payable upon admissionand are not refundable.The Student Council is vested with the executive power of the StudentAssociation. It is composed of the Student Association officers—president,vice-president, secretary, treasurer—one representative from the second andthird year classes, two representatives from the first year class, and the chair man of the Residence Board.Each class is organized with officers and two advisors selected fromthe faculty. Through class organizations, students become better acquainted,and promote understanding of school objectives, good fellowship and coop eration among the members.ActivitiesThe school provides a wide variety of activities and encourages allstudents to participate, as a means of developing their personal and socialabilities.Choir offers an opportunity to develop or further an appreciation ofmusic. Serving on the yearbook staff affords students the opportunity forgroup participation utilizing various skills. Through Red Cross activitiesstudents may benefit the community by helping in the bloodmobiles and atthe blood center.Participation in various sports is offered throughout the year. Locatedin the residence are a four-lane bowling alley and a swimming pool. Bothsports may be enjoyed during leisure hours. Swimming classes at all levelsare conducted during the year through the Water Safety Program of theAmerican Red Cross. The school is a member of the Omaha-Council BluffsNurses' Recreation Association. Through this organization volleyball andbasketball games are played in competiton with other schools of nursing.The Big Sister-Little Sister program assists the incoming student in hernew environment. Before entering the school, each prospective student re ceives a letter of welcome offering friendship and assistance from her bigsister. Big-Little Sister parties are special events during orientation week.Certain traditional events are planned every year. Highlighting theseare graduation, striping, and capping. Others to which all the students lookforward are Queen of Hearts Ball and Spring Dance, Initiation, Skit Night,various teas and luncheons, as well as numerous seasonal parties.Students may also participate in the various social and religious organ izations at Creighton University.Alumni AssociationThe Creighton Memorial St. Joseph Hospital School of Nursing AlumniAssociation was established in 1920 for mutual help in professional work, topromote good fellowship among graduates, and to aid in the advancementof the interests of the school of nursing.The Annual Spring Banquet honors the graduating class and the twentyfive year class. Financial assistance is given to students through funds de rived from membership dues and fund-raising activities.-1 2 -

CRITERIA FOR ADMISSIONApplicants are selected on the basis of their scholastic abilities, serious ness of purpose, interest, emotional stability, good moral character, positivequalities of health, and other personal characteristics desirable in the nursingprofession. Male or female applicants, married or single, of any race orreligion are eligible for admission. Applications of transfer students will beconsidered on an individual basis.Requirements are as follows:1. The minimum age of an applicant is 17 years.2. United States citizenship or intended citizenship is required forregistration.A birth certificate bearing the seal or signature of the appropriatestate office is requested to verify citizenship. Foreign students areadmitted only on approval of the State Board of Nursing.3. Applicants must have graduated from an accredited or approvedhigh school.Applicants should rank in the upper one-half of the high schoolgraduating class and must have earned 16 acceptable units; 11 ofthese units should be in academic courses.Recommended units are as follows:English—4 unitsSocial Sciences—4 units(History, Civics, Economics, Geography, Sociology, andPsychology)Biological and Physical Sciences—2 units minimum(Chemistry*, General Science, Biology, Physics, Physiology)Mathematics—2 units(Algebra, Geometry, General Mathematics)Foreign Language—2 units(Latin, German, French, Spanish)*A course in Chemistry at either the high school or college level ishighly recommended.It is desirable that applicants have a strong background in thesciences. Remaining units may be selected from any subject accept able for graduation from accredited or approved high schools. Ifthere is a deficiency in any subject area, exceptions may be made onan individual basis.Two copies of high school (and college) transcripts are required.-1 3 -

4. The American College Tests (ACT) are required. The tests may betaken as early as the high school junior year. A minimum standardscore of 17 is considered acceptable.Other tests may be required to validate the acceptability of an appli cant. Any additional cost of such testing will be borne by the appli cant.Satisfactory personal references are required.5. Upon request the prospective student is sent a bulletin, applicationform and medical record. Requirements which need to be completedand submitted prior to final action are:Application to the schoolOne medical record which includes the chest x-ray, bloodserology, urinalysis, and immunization against smallpox,diphtheria, tetanus and polio during the three months priorto admissionA statement attesting to the student's dental healthTwo copies of the high school transcript formAn official birth certificateAmerican College Test report cardA non-refundable application fee of 10.00A recent photograph must accompany the application blankInformation sheet and application forms are available for stu dents requesting financial assistanceA personal interview with the applicant (and parents or guard ian) is arranged.The Committee on Admission, Promotion and Graduation willreview all records submitted and notify the applicant by letter.Upon notification of final acceptance, the applicant is requiredto make a deposit of 50.00. This sum will be applied towardtuition for the first semester. If the applicant withdraws theapplication prior to July 1st, or if the school rejects the applica tion for any reason, this sum is refundable.-1 4 -

STUDENT F!NANC!AL A!DStudentships, Scholarships, LoansStudentships are available through the school to qualified studentsfor tuition and other expenses.Studentships from business firms andinterested individuals are a!so available. Through the school, scholarshipsare available from the Knights of Ak-Sar-Ben, preferably to first yearstudents who are residents of the Omaha area, and have graduated fromlocal public or private high schools.Students may also apply for other scholarships from various civicand philanthropic organizations in their home communities.Formal application acceptance and appointment to the first yearclass are prerequisites to consideration of any scholarship or otherfinancial assistance.Scholarships and studentships are not granted to transfer students.A student may enjoy at any given time only one Creighton MemorialSt. Joseph Hospital School of Nursing scholarship or studentship.A student who does not complete the program in nursing, and whoreceived a studentship or scholarship, will consider this financial aid asa loan to be repaid in full upon withdrawal from the school.Loan Funds and GrantsThe Revolving Loan FundThe Sisters of St. Francis have established a fund which is availablefor loans to students in need of financial aid. Applications for such loansshould be made to the Director of Nursing Education.Information on other scholarships and loan sources may be obtainedon request.Health Manpower Act of 1968Student Loan ProgramA primary purpose of the nursing student loan program encouragesand enables capable students to enter the field of nursing. Funds areavailable in proportion to financial assistance requests.Students mayreceive loans up to 1,500.00 for any academic year.Applicants forloans should apply to the Director of Nursing Education.Scholarship ProgramThe purpose of the scholarship program is to assist students ofexceptional financial need to undertake a course of study in nursing.Scholarships may be awarded up to 1,500.00 a year, or the amount of thestudent's need, whichever is the lesser.-1 5 -

Academic AdministrationOne ciass is admitted annually in September. The course of studycovers a three academic year and one summer session period.Applications will be considered from prospective students, either maleor female, married or single, regardless of race, or religion.Certain academic and religious courses are offered at Creighton Uni versity. The total educational program is planned to establish a firmfoundation for effective nursing skills within a curriculum which empha sizes the basic sciences, and supervised clinical experience concurrentwith instruction in the major nursing areas.The school may, at any time, change the rules regarding admission to,instruction in, and graduation from the school. The school maintains theright to change any regulation affecting the student body. Such changeswill become effective at any time deemed necessary by the proper authority,and will apply to all students enrolled in the school as well as to prospectivestudents.The school may require the withdrawal of a student at any time forreasons considered, by the faculty, to be adverse to the best interests of thestudent or the school.During the first year, the curriculum emphasizes principles, understand ing and knowledge of fundamentals of nursing, the biological, physical andsocial sciences. The study of basic sciences provides the student with knowl edge of human relationships and functions. At this time the students aregiven an orientation to the hospital facilities, community agencies, and begintheir clinical laboratory experience.Study of ethics aids the student in underst

SCHOOL OF NU RS1NG Ca!endar 1970-1971 1970 September 9-11 Wednesday-F riday Orientation September 14 Monday Classes begin November 2 Monday Midsemester examinations begin November 25 Wednesday Thanksgiving recess begins at noon November 26 Thursday Thanksgiving Day November 30 Monday Classes resume December 23 Wednesday Christmas recess begins 1971