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U of C Nursing

Welcome to the Survival Guide for first year nursing students. This website was developed by students, for students as a way of answering some of the questions people may have when starting their nursing education at the University of Calgary. This website was planned and implanted by students in Nursing 501- Nursing Leadership as a way for senior nursing student’s to pass on some of the tips they have learned over the years. All the information on this website is the personal opinion of the students it is simply a compilation of available information in the form of a web resource for students. If you have questions or comments or something to add, feel free to contact the UNS.

Here are some things you may want to know when starting nursing at the U of C…

	Things you need to know before you start
	Where are some good places to park at U of C?
	How do I use blackboard?
	Where can I access resources for projects and papers?
	How can I access APA resources?
	What is available in the LRC?
	Any suggestions on how to save money on books?
	What is the UNS peer mentorship program?
	Participating in faculty events (cabarets)?
	Working during school, balancing school with social life
	Where to go if you have course or academic concerns?
	How do I get connected at U of C?
	Where do I go to seek counseling?
	How and when do I specialize?

FAQ's about starting clinical

	Info on parking and transportation to hospitals?
	Where to buy scrubs?
	What to expect at clinical?
	How to get your CPR recertification?
	Info on working as an NA after first year?
	What is the lab kit all about?

Website created by: Frances Baba, Kara Steele, Kerri Waritsky, Corinne Wiens, Stephanie Workentine, Gillian Yule