Current ABSN student in the Oakland cohort here.
Just wanted to support what @rjay01, @coffeebeans and @AlmostNurse90 have reiterated regarding the hesitancy of applying to SMU and its current situation with the absence of arranged preceptorships and poorly organized clinical rotations. It has been quite depressing to know that this is affecting all 3 campuses, and also affecting many of the BSN cohorts as well. This was not communicated to us in a transparent and coherent manner by administration, despite numerous virtual town hall sessions held by admin.
There will be a couple of new grad programs/positions that will require preceptorships, so I am worried for what jobs I can qualify or apply for given this sudden change. I urge anyone that is considering to apply, re-apply or accept to re-consider or take a moment to read through what other current students are sharing and experiencing first before deciding. Good luck!