& Student Handbook - Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

94 Bachelor Degree Programs
Required Communication Courses
CM309
Professional Writing (3 cr.)
This writing course provides strategies for developing a clear, concise
professional writing style. A variety of writing formats, including business
letters and memos, formal research proposals, and reports are
addressed. Voice, style, audience, purpose and the writing process,
including strategies for editing and revision, are examined in the context
of interpersonal and ethical dimensions.
CM310
Oral Communications (3 cr.)
Communication skills pertinent to organizational settings form the
foundation of this course. Effective methods for design and delivery of
oral communication are examined. Other topics include communication
styles, interpersonal communication skills, dynamics of small group
communication and persuasive speaking.
Required Capstone Course
NUR490
Bachelor of Science Capstone (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: All other requirements of the program
This summative course integrates knowledge and skills developed in
previous courses and provides an opportunity to apply them to a
selected topic in a specialized area of interest. Each student selects a
topic currently confronting the field of study or profession, clearly defines
the topic using appropriate references and resources, and writes and
presents their comprehensive project. The presentation must be
provided in a professional manner suitable for a professional healthcare
audience.
Admission Requirements
Applicants may apply for admission to undergraduate degree programs
at any time during the year and, if accepted, begin the program during
any one of the three semesters. Applicants must demonstrate the
language proficiency necessary for successful undergraduate
coursework. All applicants must have achieved an overall GPA of 2.5 in
their Associate Degree in Nursing program, have taken a basic English
composition course, and have an unencumbered registered nurse
licensure.
Application Process
Applicants must submit:
1. Completed application form with the nonrefundable application fee
(fee not required for alumni or students seeking readmission or
veterans and active military personnel) and,
2. All official transcripts from each higher education institution attended
issued to Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. (An official transcript is
one that is sent or carried to the university in an envelope sealed by
the granting university. Transcripts from countries other than the U.S.
must be evaluated by a university accepted evaluation source, such as
World Education Services, www.wes.org, or Educational Credential
Evaluators, www.ece.org, and be deemed equivalent to accredited
U.S. university standards.) and,
3. Complete an interview with a program administrator.
4. Copy of current nursing license.
Please Note: Application materials should be sent to the attention of the
Office of Admission on the Twin Cities campus.