Message from the Dean | Thomas Edison State University

Advisory regarding Southern California wildfires

On behalf of everyone at Thomas Edison State University, we hope that students affected by the wildfires in Southern California remain safe. The University is offering accommodations to students affected by the wildfires:

Students who are directly impacted by the fires and who are currently registered in courses for the November 2024, December 2024 and January 2025 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 “Southern California wildfires” 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 September 2024 and October 2024 terms can request a second eight-week extension on their current term at no additional cost.

Request an Accommodation: Students affected by the wildfire and evacuations 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 January 24th. Requests after that date can be accommodated if the student provides documentation of the reason for the late request.

Welcome to the W. Cary Edwards School of Nursing and Health Professions at Thomas Edison State University.

An early pioneer in distance education for nurses, the W. Cary Edwards School of Nursing and Health Professions celebrates more than 40 years of experience in providing excellence in education through quality and flexible programs for learners who desire an alternative to campus-based learning.

The world is rapidly changing, as are the healthcare concerns and needs of our communities. Nurses are increasingly being called upon to assume challenging responsibilities and duties as never before. Nurses are also being celebrated across the globe. It is a testament to the vital role that nurses play in our society. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has spotlighted this role, as nurses have risen to face every possible challenge in the provision of quality healthcare.

The School envisions continued growth with our recent expansion in offering health professions programs and increased diversity with a commitment to providing high-quality programs that meet the needs of the healthcare community and uphold the standards of the nursing profession. Online course schedules are flexible and are accessible whenever and wherever you are. Our course mentors are academically qualified, experienced nurse educators with varied backgrounds and experiences.

The staff at the W. Cary Edwards School of Nursing and Health Professions are here to assist you. We look forward to working with you and wish you success on this transformative journey.

Sincerely,
Dr. Ruth A. Wittmann-Price
Dean, W. Cary Edwards School of Nursing and Health Professions