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Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook 65 Office of Student Affairs at the Regional Campuses Student Affairs at NSU’s regional campuses serves as the liaison with the Fort Lauderdale/Davie Campus to provide an array of programs, services, resources, and opportunities for all regional campus students. This function oversees and advises local student government associations (SGAs) and the Regional PanSGA, advocating on behalf of regional campus students in addition to fostering campus and community engagement. Center for Student Counseling and Well-Being The NSU Center for Student Counseling and Well-Being (CSCW) offers student counseling services to the student body of Nova Southeastern University to help students maximize their best self academically, personally, and professionally. NSU’s clinical partner is Henderson Behavioral Health, a leader in behavioral health care providing comprehensive, recovery-focused services and is accredited at the highest level for student counseling services by the Commission on the Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). Services provided at the CSCW range from stress management and coping strategies to psychiatric assessment and crisis intervention. The center provides the student with an assessment, counseling, consultation, psychiatric services, wellness and recovery education, and when needed, case management services and linkage or referral. In addition, the Center for Student Counseling and Well-Being provides various outreach programs and support groups on such topics as stress management, transitions to college and grad school, as well as coping with oneself and others. Individual, couples, family, and group counseling that utilizes a brief therapy model is provided in a welcoming office environment. The option for telehealth services is also an option when appropriate. Services are scheduled based upon the identified needs and service options chosen by the student. The counselor’s goal is to build upon the student’s current skill sets for positive behavioral change. Services are provided by licensed counselors, licensed psychologist, and a psychiatrist. Full- and part-time enrolled students are eligible for 10 counseling sessions per academic year at no cost. Psychiatric services are available and are covered by many commercial insurance plans, or for a nominal fee. Daily appointments available for new students. You can register at: nova.edu/studentcounseling . Enrollment and Student Services Enrollment and Student Services (ESS) is comprised of the Office of Student Financial Assistance, the Office of the University Registrar, the Office of the University Bursar, the One-Stop Shops in Horvitz and Terry Administration Buildings, Enrollment Processing Services/Admissions Management Services, Transfer Evaluation Services, the Health Professions Division Office of Admissions, and SharkCard Services. Collectively, the ultimate goal of ESS is to effectively meet the information and service needs of all NSU students. Office of Student Financial Assistance The Office of Student Financial Assistance (OSFA) is dedicated to assisting students in making well- informed decisions regarding the funding of their education at NSU. The OSFA administers grants, scholarships, student employment, and loans, and prepares student financial aid award offers based on federal and state regulations and institutional guidelines. The OSFA provides information on the