TRIO ETS Buzz: Welcome!

Welcome to our new newsletter!

We will be sharing all the great opportunities and news for our ETS Scholars and their families.

University of Nebraska at Omaha Virtual Campus Visit

High school scholars - join TRIO Educational Talent Search (ETS) on Wednesday, September 30, 6:00p-7:00p for a virtual visit of University of Nebraska at Omaha.

*This is open to any high schools student, even if they aren't in ETS. Continue reading…

More details at: https://go.unl.edu/etsuno

Middle School Robotics Program

Are you ready to learn programming, coding, and robotics with Sphero? You will learn new skills through virtual classes with trained ETS staff and hands-on activities. Classes are Oct 13-Dec 18, Tues & Thurs, 6:30p-7:30p, over Zoom.

Spots are limited! Sign up by 10/2: https://go.unl.edu/etsrobotics Continue reading…

More details at: https://go.unl.edu/etsrobotics

EducationQuest Virtual College Fair

Don't miss the EducationQuest Virtual College Fair! This is your opportunity to learn about different colleges from the comfort of your home.
Tuesday, 9/29: 1:00p-8:00p
Wednesday, 9/30: 1:00p-8:00p

Visit at least 3 colleges for a chance at a $500 scholarship!

More details at: http://eqf.org/collegefair

Club Supply Distribution

If you are in a club, supply and snack pickup is this Sunday, October 4, 3:00p-4:15p. Continue reading for location details.

If you aren't in a club yet, but you want to be, go to https://go.unl.edu/etsclubs to sign up. Continue reading…

Coffee with … Precious Loving-Afuh

ETS Education Specialist, Precious Loving-Afuh, featured in L-Magazine

More details at: https://journalstar.com/niche/l-magazine/coffee-with-precious-loving-afuh/article_afc256ba-04ac-5553-b7db-7fc55baa093e.html

Attention High School Scholars: TODAY is the LAST CHANCE for you to sign up for our FREE PRE-ACT Bootcamp

This Saturday you will learn tips & tricks - how to answer questions you don't know, how to answer questions quickly, & more!

Seniors - taking the ACT again?

Juniors - you need to start studying for the ACT now!

Sophomores & Freshmen - it isn't too early for you to start.

All supplies provided!

More details at: https://go.unl.edu/etspreactbootcamp

Practice ACT from Home

The ACT can be nerve wracking for many. You can have an advantage by taking a practice ACT. The more you see it, the easier it gets.

By doing our FREE practice ACT, you will learn what you do well and how you can improve.

All supplies & snacks provided, as well as a meal after.

More details at: https://go.unl.edu/etspracticeact

Virtual Tutoring - Free for All ETS Scholars

We know classes can be difficult, especially right now. There's no shame in getting a little extra help. 30 minutes with a tutor could mean saving an all night headache.

We have drop in tutoring (click "continue reading" for times & Zoom info), as well as individual tutors (ask your specialist). Continue reading…

Dawes, Lefler, and Non-Target Scholars: MiDdLe Club

Virtual Afterschool Club for Dawes, and Lefler scholars (and those that go to schools we don't serve).
Wednesdays - 4:15p-5:15p on Zoom:
https://unl.zoom.us/j/97765181095; Meeting ID 977 6518 1095
Continue reading…

More details at: https://go.unl.edu/etsclubs

Park Scholars: ETS Club

Virtual Afterschool Club for Park Scholars
Thursdays - 4:00p-5:00p on Zoom:
https://unl.zoom.us/j/97725405658; Meeting ID 977 2540 5658 Continue reading…

More details at: https://go.unl.edu/etsclubs

Senior Scholars Club

Virtual club for all Senior Scholars to get ready to apply to college.
Mondays - 5:00p-6:00p on Zoom:
https://unl.zoom.us/j/96153177190; Meeting ID 961 5317 7190
Continue reading…

More details at: https://go.unl.edu/etsclubs

21 Days of Building Healthy Habits for Eating & Exercising

Nebraska Extension Program Lancaster County Extension is looking for income-eligible families (free/reduced lunch) to create budget-friendly healthy habits. Participants that qualify can get a cookware set, blender, crockpot, and more!

Program starts October 1.

More details at: https://www.facebook.com/NEPLancaster/posts/1828974857267949

University of Nebraska-Lincoln - 10/14: https://go.unl.edu/etsunl
Southeast Community College - 11/4: https://go.unl.edu/etsscc
Princeton University - 11/18: https://go.unl.edu/etsprinceton
Iowa State University - 12/2: https://go.unl.edu/etsiowastate

Scholars earn a free meal for attending!