Month: March 2017

Become a Campus Ambassador for UMKC!

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UMKC is seeking new Campus Ambassadors!

The UMKC Office of Admissions is seeking cheerful, articulate and enthusiastic UMKC undergraduate students to apply for the Campus Ambassador Program! Students chosen for this exciting program will be trained to assist in recruiting new students and giving prospective students tours. The Campus Ambassadors are always representing the Chancellor, Academic Units and the UMKC campus as a whole. This is a great opportunity to get involved on campus, meet new people and make amazing friendships. Students chosen for this position will also receive a $2,000 scholarship for the academic year 2017-2018. View the flyer here. Apply by Monday, April 17 with this link: https://umkc.co1.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_4IcKZhvZX0xU77D

If you have any questions or concerns you can contact thomaselo@umkc.edu.

Become an Honors Ambassador for Fall 2017!

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The Honors College is seeking actively involved and committed Honors College students to apply to become Honors Ambassadors.  The Honors Ambassadors will be hourly paid positions.  These students will work closely with Honors College faculty and staff to promote the Honors College to prospective and current students as well as the university community. The Ambassadors will also serve as peer advisors and mentors to current Honors College students by being accessible during scheduled hours in various locations on campus to answer questions and support their fellow peers academically, professionally, personally and socially.

Job Responsibilities

  • Meet with students during set office hours in specific locations
    • Answer basic questions about curriculum
    • Share information about college activities/student clubs and community involvement
    • Provide information about Honors College and UMKC resources and offices
    • Assist students in learning how to use Pathway, Connect, and DARS for academic navigation and planning
  • Attend mandatory training in August and weekly meetings
  • Meet with prospective scholars that visit campus (ex. eating lunch with them on campus, have them attend a class with you) to give them the one on one attention and student perspective
  • Attend recruiting events hosted by UMKC Admissions and the Honors College
  • Assist with UMKC Summer Orientation

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must be an Honors College student and have completed at least 1 semester in the Honors College.
  • Must have completed 2 full semesters at UMKC.
  • Excellent listening, written, and oral communication skills.
  • Must be available for training in August and weekly meetings during the semester

Application: If you are interested in applying to become an Honors Ambassador please follow this link to the application online.  You will also be asked to submit a resume.

Contact Breana Boger for more information.

Registration for the Honors College Banquet is now Open!

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Registration for the Honors College Banquet is now open!

The 2017 Honors College Banquet will be held on Friday, April 21, 2017 from 6:00p.m.-8:00p.m. in the Atterbury Student Success Center’s Pierson Auditorium. Honors College Faculty, Staff and Students are invited to attend this event to help celebrate the achievements of the fall 2016 and spring 2017 Honors College Graduates. Honors College Graduating Seniors will be able to invite up to four guests. This event is co-sponsored by the Honors College Student Association and the Honors College.

RSVP now!

Apply for the McGowan 2017 Regenerative Medicine Summer School!

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The McGowan Institute for Regenerative Medicine willing be having its Fourth Annual Regenerative Medicine Summer School from June 4 – 10, 2017.

The program is designed to provide a week-long didactic and hands-on learning experience addressing the science and engineering related to the multidisciplinary field of Regenerative Medicine.  The program targets undergraduates who will have completed their 3rd year of study. However, exceptional candidates who will have completed their 1st or 2nd year of undergraduate study will also be considered.  Students do not have to have a science or engineering background in order to apply.

The tuition for this year’s program is $500.  This fee includes all accommodations, meals, coursework, laboratory experiences, social activities, and networking/career development events.  Scholarship/internship opportunities are available but will be limited.  Those interested in internship opportunities are encouraged to inquire and apply early.

Last year’s class featured twenty bright and eager students from across the country; this summer should be another positive experience! Applications will be reviewed as they are received and admissions decisions will be made on a rolling basis until April 1st. Apply now (PDF).

Deadline Extended to Represent UMKC as a Shear Fellow!

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The Sue Shear Institute for Women in Public Life has announced the 21st Century Leadership Academy will be held from May 21–26, 2017 in St. Louis, MO.

The Sue Shear Institute for Women in Public Life is a non-partisan institute focused on making government accessible to all Missouri citizens by encouraging women’s full participation in the policy process. The organization sponsors the 21st Century Leadership Academy, an intensive week-long residential leadership development program designed to inspire civic engagement and encourage women’s public sector leadership. The program features involvement from several schools including Missouri State University, the University of Central Missouri and of course UMKC. Participants of the program are known as “Shear Fellows.”

Apply to Represent UMKC as a Shear Fellow by March 24, 2017

Spend a week with outstanding student leaders and savvy women in public life: women judges, women office holders & women public policy experts.

What will you do as a Shear Fellow?

  1. Develop leadership skills.
  2. Build self confidence.
  3. Make friends & contacts for your future.

To apply, fill out the electronic application at: https://goo.gl/forms/DT19OB0fKqC42Zpm2 Note that in addition to the electronic application, you will also need to submit the following items to Brenda Bethman at bethmanb@umkc.edu by March 17, 2017 to complete your application:

  • A cover letter discussing your career goals and reason for applying to the Academy.
  • A copy of your resume.
  • A short biography written in third person.

For more information on the Leadership Academy, visit http://www.umsl.edu/sueshear/21st-Century-Leadership-Academy/index.html. With questions, contact Dr. Brenda Bethman (bethmanb@umkc.edu).

Latinx students are invited to attend the Adelante Latinx Student Leadership Summit!

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Latinx students are invited to attend the Adelante Latinx Student Leadership Summit on Friday, March 17 from 8:45-11:30a.m. in 401 Student Union!

The summit will address the most critical topics of diversity and social justice challenging Latinx student leaders today. National speakers will lead dynamic discussions informing and empowering students to strengthen their leadership abilities. Students will have the extraordinary opportunity to meet other students who share their passion and interest for creating a better future for Latinx in the America.

As the next generation of great Latinx leaders, this summit will challenge you to leave a legacy of excellence on your campus and in your community through experiences including but not limited to:

  • Learn strategies for taking your career and life “to the next level” from the Maximo Anguiano, Executive Director of ADELANTE! U.S. Education Leadership Fund.
  • Develop action plans for improving your leadership skills, gaining a competitive edge, and becoming the best you possible!
  • Understand the latest in the socio-political landscape and implications for Latinx students from leading educational civil rights litigator and advocate, Marisa Bono.

View the flyer (PDF) for more information. Register here.

Represent UMKC as a Shear Fellow!

Posted on by Jim McKusick

The Sue Shear Institute for Women in Public Life has announced the 21st Century Leadership Academy will be held from May 21–26, 2017 in St. Louis, MO.

The Sue Shear Institute for Women in Public Life is a non-partisan institute focused on making government accessible to all Missouri citizens by encouraging women’s full participation in the policy process. The organization sponsors the 21st Century Leadership Academy, an intensive week-long residential leadership development program designed to inspire civic engagement and encourage women’s public sector leadership. The program features involvement from several schools including Missouri State University, the University of Central Missouri and of course UMKC. Participants of the program are known as “Shear Fellows.”

Apply to Represent UMKC as a Shear Fellow by March 17, 2017

Spend a week with outstanding student leaders and savvy women in public life: women judges, women office holders & women public policy experts.

What will you do as a Shear Fellow?

  1. Develop leadership skills.
  2. Build self confidence.
  3. Make friends & contacts for your future.

To apply, fill out the electronic application at: https://goo.gl/forms/DT19OB0fKqC42Zpm2 Note that in addition to the electronic application, you will also need to submit the following items to Brenda Bethman at bethmanb@umkc.edu by March 17, 2017 to complete your application:

  • A cover letter discussing your career goals and reason for applying to the Academy.
  • A copy of your resume.
  • A short biography written in third person.

For more information on the Leadership Academy, visit http://www.umsl.edu/sueshear/21st-Century-Leadership-Academy/index.html. With questions, contact Dr. Brenda Bethman (bethmanb@umkc.edu).