Planning ahead can make a difference between finding the right path for you. This week we've organized events that will allow you think about post-graduation options such as Graduate and Professional School, non-academic post-graduation opportunities, and GAP year opportunities.
Meet our scholar in the spotlight Tianna Bankhead, junior Elementary Education and Psychology minor from Omaha, NE. Tianna has learned the importance of not being afraid to ask questions in and outside of class. This summer Tianna hopes to study abroad in South Korea for two weeks. Continue reading…
Studying abroad this summer and applying for Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship? We can help! Emira Ibrahimpasic, Assistant Director, is available to help review your essays/application. Email eibrahimpasic3@unl.edu to set up an appointment.
Whether or you're a first, or fourth year scholars, learning about post-graduation opportunities can be useful. Join us Tuesday, February 24 at 1PM in Gaughan Center Ubuntu Room 202 for a discussion on where you see yourself after you get your degree.
This week's E.N. Thompson Forum on World Issues is presented by Milton Chen from George Lucas Educational Foundation. His presentation is titled "Creativity, Curiosity, and Learning”. The talk starts at 7PM at the Lied Center on Tuesday, February 24th. Make sure to sign-in w/ W.H. Thompson Scholars. Continue reading…
Come learn tips for applying to graduate and professional school. From personal statements to recommendation letters, it is never too early to get started. The event will be held on Thursday, February 26th at 4 pm in the Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center Ubuntu Room 202. Continue reading…
W.H. Thompson Scholars Learning Community is excited to announce that the applications for Peer Academic Leaders (PALs) are now available. Application are due by Monday, March 30, 2015. Applications can be found at: http://www.unl.edu/wht/PAL%20Application%202015-2016.pdf Continue reading…
More details at: http://go.unl.edu/sf8a
Information sessions on how to become a W.H. Thompson Scholars mentor continue this week. Join us Monday, 2/23/15 at 11AM in Union Heritage Room. Continue reading…
Education Quest will be available on Tuesday, February 24th from 5-7 pm in the first-floor of Harper Residence Hall to assist you with filling out your FAFSA. Continue reading…
More details at: https://www.educationquest.org/college-students/
Tsitsi Jaji, assistant professor of English and Africana Studies at University of Pennsylvania.
Schedule of public talks:
FEBRUARY 26, 3:30–5:00 PM
Andrews Hall, Bailey Library: “Africa in Stereo: Listening for Pan-African Futures”
FEBRUARY 26, 7:00–8:00 PM
Nebraska Union, Regency A: Poetry reading Continue reading…
Where: Women's Center
Every Monday
Time: 11AM-12PM
For more information contact:
Layla Younis at younislayla@yahoo.com Continue reading…
This is a confidential and safe group to support students who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, asexual, or may
be questioning their sexual orientation.
Tuesdays, 4PM-5PM
Location: LGBTQ Resource Center City Campus Union Continue reading…
First-Year Experience & Transition Programs are looking for five first-generation students to serve as peer mentors for the program. The commitment is from August 12-August 19 with a stipend of $750. Please spread the word to students and post the attached flier. Continue reading…
A discussion and support group for Latina women across campus to:
**Support and empower
**Discuss and reflect
**Listen and understand
**Mentor and guide
Thursdays 12PM-1PM located in the Women's Center Room 340 City Campus Union
Contact Belinda at 402-472-7450 for more information. Continue reading…