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A BSN nursing student wearing blue scrubs stands in front of other students

What is the Difference Between ADN and BSN Nursing?

Choosing a career in nursing is a wise decision for anyone wanting a long-lasting and fulfilling career. Nurses are the backbone of the medical field and often have the most contact with patients. Having a strong desire to help others as well as interest in medicine is why many students choose to nurse and pursue a BSN nursing degree. There are many options and pathways to becoming a nurse. In your own experience at the doctor’s office or another medical facility, you may have noticed a difference in employee name

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FEMA: Final Public Notice

FINAL PUBLIC NOTICE (PDF) FINAL PUBLIC NOTICE St. Andrews University has applied for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Public Assistance (PA) Program funding through North Carolina Emergency Management (NCEM) as a sub- recipient.   Under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) ,federal actions must be reviewed and evaluated for feasible alternatives and for social, economic, historic, environmental, legal, and safety considerations. Under Executive Order (EO) 11988 and EO 11990, FEMA is required to consider alternatives, and to provide a public notice of any proposed actions in or affecting floodplains or

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COVID-19 Update 9/2

On Monday, I reported that three individuals had tested positive for COVID-19. As these individuals played sports, had roommates, and some had relationships, we began contact tracing. As a result, any roommate of an individual with a COVID 19 positive test, even if they test negative, has to quarantine for 14 days and be symptom free for 3 consecutive days. Athletes on the same team who practiced without masks, not socially distanced, and for more than 15 minutes were asked to test as well even if they had no symptoms

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COVID-19 Fall 2020 Protocol

SAU COVID-19 Fall Semester Protocol (PDF) COVID-19 Fall Semester Protocol ·      To date (8/18/2020), St. Andrews University, a branch of Webber International University, has had no known cases of COVID 19 for faculty, staff, or students on campus. ·      The campus will be in compliance with North Carolina COVID 19 guidelines, NAIA and other athletic conference guidelines, and the Equestrian Association guidelines. New information, guidelines, or state executive orders may change this COVID 19 protocol. ·      The campus Leadership Team will continue to meet at least three times per week

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Four nurses in scrubs stand outside a hospital entrance

What Can You Do with a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing?

People desiring to enter the field of nursing often believe that nursing is a calling, not just a career path. They have a deep desire to help others. Although as a nurse you will be able to help others, nursing is also a very flexible, competitive, and rewarding profession. Graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from St Andrews University is the first step in achieving a long and fulfilling career in healthcare. There is a high demand for bachelor’s prepared Registered Nurses, and graduates of St. Andrews University Bachelor

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An occupational therapist assistant helping a child with their movement

What Does an Occupational Therapy Assistant Do on a Daily Basis?

Many of us take for granted the movements that our body naturally does throughout the day. We often don’t think twice about getting up out of bed, getting dressed, or walking to the kitchen. It isn’t until we have an injury, surgery, or aches and pains that we notice how much we use our fingers, hands, or joints and limbs for daily function. Occupational therapy is a vital resource for patients, both young and old, who need help teaching their bodies how to perform meaningful, daily tasks, and routines. So,

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COVID-19 : Actions taken to reduce the risk of transmission

PURSUANT TO NCGS 99E-71(b), PLEASE TAKE NOTICE OF ACTIONS TAKEN BY ST. ANDREWS FOR THE PURPOSE OF REDUCING THE RISK OF TRANSMISSION OF  COVID-19 TO INDIVIDUALS PRESENT ON THESE PREMISES. Our top priority is the safety, health and well-being of our students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Our COVID-19 protocol is based on the safety recommendations from the CDC and our infection prevention experts. WEAR A FACE COVERING:  We require that everyone on campus wear a face covering. The face covering should cover your nose and mouth. St. Andrews will provide

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Coronavirus Update: Fall Sports

The Appalachian Athletic Conference (AAC) Council of Presidents today (Monday, Aug. 3) announced that we intend to begin fall competition for the sports of men’s and women’s cross country, volleyball, and men’s and women’s soccer on Sept. 15, 2020. It is the AAC’s intention to play conference-only games in the fall, and that the regularly scheduled conference championships will be completed as scheduled in the fall. Championship dates may change if needed to accommodate the conference-only schedules. No outside competition in any sport will be permitted before Sept. 15 to include scrimmages and exhibition games. Inter-squad

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Disabled child in wheelchair being cared for by a special needs therapist

How to Become an Occupational Therapy Assistant

An occupational therapy assistant plays an essential role in helping patients achieve independence and improve the quality of everyday life. Working directly with patients, the occupational therapy assistant is often part of a larger patient care team. Understanding the therapist’s work environment, licensing requirements, and educational programs is the first step to determining if this career is right for you. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median salary for occupational therapy assistants and aides is $59,200 with a job growth outlook of 31%. This fast-growing career might

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Laurinburg is UKNIGHTED against COVID19

  St. Andrews administration and staff members have met with Laurinburg community leaders. Attendees met over lunch and discussed the importance of strengthening relationships between the community and university during this time of uncertainty with the nation-wide pandemic of COVID-19. It was also the first opportunity for the introduction of St. Andrews’ new Campus Vice-President of Institutional Advancement, Stanton Cadow. “As someone new to the community, it was a pleasure to meet with these key community leaders and to extend every courtesy and explore every opportunity to build greater partnerships

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