Information for Students Affected by Hurricane Milton

Information for Students Affected by Hurricane Milton

With Hurricane Milton making landfall, the University is offering accommodations to students affected by the storm.

To help assist our students affected by Milton, the University is offering the following accommodations:

  • Students who are directly impacted by the hurricane and who are currently registered in courses for the Nursing Session 2 July, August, September or October 2024 terms have the option of receiving a free eight-week course extension without mentor approval; or, a 100% tuition credit for their course(s) to a future term. Affected students should submit a Request for Course Extension Form or a Request for Course Withdrawal Form indicating “Hurricane Milton” as the reason for the request. Please note that TECEP exams in these terms cannot be extended, nor credited for tuition after the exam has been taken.
  • Impacted students who are currently on a course extension for the July 2024 term can request a second eight-week extension on their current term at no additional cost.
  • The University will follow the New Jersey State Guidelines for U.S. military students residing in or deployed to the affected region.

Request an Accommodation: Students affected by the hurricane and flooding who need an accommodation should contact the Office of the Registrar by email at registration@tesu.edu or by phone at 609-777-5680.

Accommodation requests should be submitted by Oct. 25. Requests after that date can be accommodated if the student provides documentation of the reason for the late request.

TESU Foundation Celebrates 2024 Impact Awards, Honoring Alumni and Community Leaders

October 15, 2024
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The Thomas Edison State University Foundation held its second annual Impact Awards, honoring individuals who exemplify the University's mission of creating innovative and accessible pathways for students and communities. The event, hosted in Pruitt Hall on the Trenton campus, raised nearly $100,000 to support TESU’s programs and initiatives.

This year, the Spirit of Edison Distinguished Alumna Award was presented to Bonny Simi, a 2019 TESU graduate and President of Operations at Joby Aviation. Simi was recognized for her leadership in fostering opportunities for growth and development in the aviation industry by making higher education accessible through the JetBlue Scholars program, which she founded in 2016.

The Spirit of Edison Community Award went to Sean Murray, market president for Central/Northern New Jersey and the Lehigh Valley Region at Fulton Bank. Murray was honored for his meaningful work in strengthening local communities and his commitment to building partnerships that drive economic growth and sustainability.

TESU’s president, Dr. Merodie A. Hancock, addressed attendees, highlighting the significance of the evening and expressing gratitude for the ongoing support from the TESU community. “Thank you to everyone for sharing this special evening with us. Your continued support drives us to provide the most innovative, accessible and career-relevant programs possible to each and every one of our students,” she said.

The Impact Awards event, now an annual tradition, serves as a key moment to recognize the outstanding contributions of alumni and community members, as well as to garner vital resources for the University’s mission. This year’s successful fundraiser will help TESU continue to expand its innovative educational offerings and provide student support through scholarships, ensuring students have access to career-relevant programs that meet their unique needs.

For more information about the Impact Awards or to learn how you can support TESU, please visit our website or email jjoworisak@tesu.edu.