To see the practice policies and limitations, please download our University Health Service Scope of Practice.

                For Campus COVID Information, please click below:                                               

 

Services provided at UHS include, but are not limited to:  

Additional Information

 

Special Statements on Immunizations, the Men B Vaccination, and other Important Topics
  • 2022-2023 Freshman Health Form (PDF)
  • If you have any questions about your immunity, check with UHS. We require 2 doses of MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) for all incoming students born after 1956.
  • If you are a Graduate Student and need more information about vaccination requirements, please see our page of Important Information for Graduate Students.
  •  You can find electronic copies of some of our handouts regarding common campus ailments and travel concerns on our forms page.  Electronic copies of our required paperwork can also be found in this section.
  • Did you know? The Sewanee Police Department has a dropbox where you can get rid of old, expired, or unwanted prescriptions.
More information about the Wellness Center can be found on our FAQ page
Forms
2022-2023 Freshman Health Form
Graduate Student Info
Our Statement on the Meningitis B Vaccine Information
Sewanee Community Providers
Physical Exams
Immunizations
Prescriptions
Sexual Health Services
Health Education and Information
Evaluation and Treatment of Illness and Injury
Diagnostic Laboratory Testing

Meet The UHS Team

KAREN THARP, RN
UHS DIRECTOR

Karen has been the Director of the University Health Service since 2010 and a nurse with UHS since 2006. Karen received her BA in Expressive Therapy and Painting at Prescott College. She completed some graduate work at Sonoma State University before obtaining her RN degree in Austin, TX. Karen is currently pursuing a certification in Professional Coaching to help others cultivate their own sense of wellbeing. Karen's professional interests include, young adult health and facilitating mind and body wellness workshops. 

 

Something about her; Karen's hobbies are painting, working in her garden, traveling, and spending time with her daughters and sweet dog Olive. 

Mindy Holloway, ACNP-BC, FNP-BC
UHS Assistant Director

Mindy joined the Wellness staff in 2017. Her professional interests include managing chronic illnesses - especially diabetes -, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and performing in office surgical procedures. Mindy obtained her ASN degree from Motlow State Community College, her BSN from Middle Tennessee State University, her MSN from The University of Alabama in Huntsville, and her post-MSN from Austin Peay State University. She is currently working toward completing her DNP degree at The University of South Alabama. She holds dual NP certifications as an Acute Adult Nurse Practitioner and a Family Nurse Practitioner.

Shay Keener, MA, AEMT
Medical Assistant

Shandra, better known to everyone as Shay, has been with the Center since 2010. Her professional interests include minor procedures and wound care. Shay has completed education and training at the Academy of Allied Health in Chattanooga, Chattanooga State Technical College, and earned her AEMT license through the University of the South.

Belinda K. Morgan, LPN
Licensed Practical Nurse

Belinda, a longtime resident of Tracy City, TN, joined our team in March 2020. She is a practical nurse who is passionate about community health, wellness, and nutrition. She has also worked with Combat Veterans, served as a school nurse, travel nurse, grant writing, and residential faculty member at Baylor School, Chattanooga, TN. She developed the seeds of Change Garden Program at Swiss Memorial Elementary School with the help of Sewanee Students and support from the University Farm.

 

Something about her; Belinda loves to travel, garden, cook for friends, and fly fish. 

Kim Bradford, CPB, CPC
Health Information Manager and Revenue Specialist

Kim has been a member of the Health Services since 1989.  She is responsible for maintaining medical records, coordinating referrals, overseeing billing, providing assistance and advocacy for students and families with any issues complex insurance system for all students.

 

Something about her; Kim's hobbies are her grandkids, UT Football, camping, kayaking, knitting, watercolors, crafting, and her fluffy cats, Elvis and Maynard. 

Evelyn Patton
Patient Care Coordinator

Evelyn joined the Wellness Center staff in 2017. She has previously worked for both Grundy and Franklin County 911 EMS services, having attended the University of the South EMT program, and has been certified as an AEMT since 2005. She has also completed the business systems technology program at the Tennessee Technology Center in McMinville. Evelyn is a long time resident of Sewanee, having graduated high school from the Sewanee Academy, and was even born in the old Emerald Hodgson Hospital which is now a residence hall on campus!

Helpful Information

Community Health Commitments
We must all do our part to help prevent an outbreak of the coronavirus

The health and safety of our campus and community must involve all of us—students, faculty, staff, and residents. The University's Community Health Commitments lay out the actions every member of the Sewanee community is expected to make

Our Commitment
Masking Directive
On the Domain, you are required to wear a cloth face covering

On July 3, Vice-Chancellor Brigety instituted a mandatory mask directive for all persons on the Domain—to include residents, visitors, students, faculty, and staff. It will remain in force until further notice.

Read the directive
University Updates
Latest information on planning, policies, and protocols

A chronological list of the University updates to students, employees, and community members.

Read Updates