Workshops and Conferences 7-12
There are many opportunities for students to attend events or participate in scholarship competitions. This page is updated monthly.
COLLEGE FAIR AND EDUCATIONAL PLANNING PROGRAMS FOR 2006-2007
There are many events already scheduled for next fall. Mark your calendars for the following College Fairs all held on Sunday afternoons:
Sept. 10 Norfolk Area Northeast Community College-Norfolk
Sept. 17 Grand Island Area Conestoga Mall-Grand Island
Sept. 24 Columbus Area Central Community College-Columbus
Oct. 8 Tri State Marian Inn-Souix City
Oct. 22 Lincoln Area Southeast Community College-Lincoln
Oct. 29 Omaha Area University of Nebraska-Omaha Financial Aid Programs sponsored by EducationQuest will be held throughout the school year across the state. Juniors, seniors and their parents are welcome to attend any session that is convenient. Malcolm Public School will hold a Financial Aid Program during the school day on November 2, 2006 at 9:00 a.m. Parents who are unable to attend during school hours should watch this web site and the Clipper for programs in our area that are held at 7:00 p.m. The current schedule shows the following events:
Milford Thurday, November 2
Seward Tuesday, November 14
York Tuesday, November 28
Lincoln East Thursday, November 30
Waverly Monday, December 4
Lincoln High Thursday, December 7
Lincoln North Star Monday, December 11
Lincoln Northeast TBA
Lincoln Southeast Tuesday, December 12
Lincoln Southwest Tuesday, December 12
Raymond Central TBA
There are many opportunities to attend these events so do not miss out on the great information they provide for students and parents.
SCC BASIC NURSING ASSISTANT COURSES AVAILABLE THIS FALL
This Basic Nursing Assistant Course, approved by the Nebraska Department of Health, provides the basic preparation for a nursing assistant to be employed in a long-term care facility. A nursing assistant gives simple, basic nursing care under the supervision of an RN or LPN. High school completion or GED is not required to take the course, however, students must be at least 16 years of age. All classes will meet at SCC-Lincoln on the 8800 “O” Street location. Tuition ($279.50 plus $5.00 for liability fee) must be paid at the time of registration. The four available sessions of NURA 1401 LN are printed below:
Section Date Days Time Room
FA 10/4-12/11* MWF 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. T-9
FB 10/4-12/11* MWF Noon-4 p.m. T-101
FC 10/4-12/11** MTW 5:30-9:30 p.m. N-8
FD 10/10-11/28 T TH 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. T-9
* No class Oct. 27
**No class Oct. 31 & Nov. 22
No class Nov. 23
Question about registration, availability and dropping is at 402-437-2700 or 402-437-2701or slarsen@southeast.edu. You can also visit SCC at www.southeast.edu for the other Basic Nursing Assistant class offerings; the course is taught in a variety of smaller communities across Southeast Nebraska (Beatrice, Falls City, Hebron, Henderson, Nebraska City and Tecumseh). Click on the Continuing Education link than look for heath classes.
BryanLGH College of Health Sciences
5035 Everett St. in Lincoln, NE
Saturday, November 4, 2006
9:30-11:30 a.m.
See state-of-the-art technology in a student-focused facility, the Patient Simulator, which mimics human responses to patient conditions and treatments, and learn about programs offered by the School of Nursing and School of Allied Health. Call 402-481-8697 or 800-742-7844, ext. 18697 to RSVP or for more information. Please RSVP by Thursday, November 2, 2006.
BRYAN LGH BASIC NURSING ASSISTANT COURSE AVAILABLE
Bryan LGH is also offering a newly implemented Basic Nursing Assistant course to train non-licensed individuals with a high school diploma to provide safe basic skills to patients in a variety of health care settings. Upon successful completion, the student will qualify as a Certified Nursing Assistant through the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. The non-credit course fee is $350,which includes the student manual and workbook. Dates and times vary for the course. For specific information, call the BryanLGH College of Health Sciences registrar at 481-8602.
2006 Young Women’s Leadership Conference
Wednesday, October 25
8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
stside Community Conference Center
3534 South 108th Street (108th & Grover)
Omaha, NE
Featuring keynote speaker, Marty O’Connell
from the organization Colleges That Change Lives
For more information, visit www.gpgirlscouts.org/ywlc/index.html
or call 558-8189, ext. 239
UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA-LINCOLN RED LETTER DAYS
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hosting 17 Red Letter Days (Senior Open Houses) this fall and winter. All events are scheduled from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and are planned for high school seniors and their families. To register go to: http://admissions.unl.open_house or call 800-742-8800, ext. 2023 or 402-472-2023. The deadline for registration is one week in advance of the event date; however, register early to reserve your preferred date! The dates for the Red Letter Days are:
All Majors:
September 29
October 2 & 9
November 3, 6 & 10
December 1
February 19
March 23
Specialty Red Letter Days:
September 22-- Engineering & Technology
October 6--Education & Human Sciences
October 13--Multicultural
October 23--Architecture & Interior Design
October 30--Fine & Performing Arts
November 13—Architecture
December 4—Journalism
Individual daily visits are available most weekdays at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Please schedule two weeks in advance so UNL can personalize your visit. Saturday visits are available. Bilingual visits are also available upon request. Check the website for regular updates!!
EXPLORING COLLEGE OPTIONS
Exploring College Options, a student/parent information session hosted by Duke, Georgetown, Harvard, Stanford and University of Pennsylvania, will be held on Tuesday, September 26, 2006 at 7:30 p.m. at the Omaha Marriott located on 10220 Regency Circle in Omaha. If your student is interested in attending one of these schools, take advantage of this opportunity.
EVENING INFORMATION SESSION
Northwestern University in Evanston, IL, Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN, and Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, NY will jointly offer an Evening Information Session on the admission process at high selective institutions on Tuesday, October 24 from 7:30-9:00 pm at the Cornhusker Marriott in Lincoln. The 90-minute session will include an introduction to our respective schools, a discussion of our admission/financial aid processes, and time for questions with the admission officers. Interested students and their parents are invited and encouraged to attend. The Cornhusker Marriott is located at 333 S 13th St. in Lincoln. To register, please visit www.ugadm.northwestern.edu/session.
SCC COMPUTER ELECTRONIC DAYS
Southeast Community College-Milford campus is hosting eight Computer Electronics Days for high school juniors and seniors (with a minimum 3.0 GPA) who demonstrate positive citizenship and leadership skills and are interested in pursuing an education and career in Electronics and Information Technology. This is a one-day hands-on, instructor led training that will teach the student the necessary skills needed to build, configure and test a Pentium 4 based computer. The student will also install and configure Windows XP. The purpose of the day is to provide some insight into the career opportunities that an Electronics Technician has in the area of Information Technology. During the visit the student will be able to experience part of what is involved while training in our Electronics Engineering Technology-Information Processing Systems focus. This focus prepares students for exciting careers in Information Technology, which includes working on computers, computer networks, networking operating systems, and communication systems. All PC components, tools, supplies, software and test equipment will be furnished by the college. Students attending will receive a complimentary lunch in the college cafeteria. Classes will be held on Wednesdays, October 4, 11, 18 & 25, November 8, 15 & 29 and December 6 for a maximum of twenty students each week. If you/your student is interested in attending, contact the school counseling office early as registrations are accepted on a first come, first serve basis.
Here are some examples of the type of summer opportunities available to students. These events are from the summer of 2004; new info will be posted as it becomes available.
WORLD AFFAIRS SEMINAR AT UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN
The 28th annual World Affairs Seminar will be held at UW-Whitewater on June 13-18, 2004. Approximately 1,000 young people from North America, in association with 250 exchange students from throughout the world, will spend a week on the University campus, to study and discuss world issues. The purpose of the seminar is to provide a forum for future international leaders to be introduced to some of the most perplexing work problems and work toward future world peace. Students must be in their junior year during the 2003-2004 school year to be considered. May 15th is the due date for application and payment ($395); however, applications received before March 1st are eligible for a $40 discount. If your junior is interested, visit or call the school counseling office for more details and application materials.
SUMMER ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
The Summer Enrichment Program (SEP) for the Gifted and Talented at the University of Northern Colorado has been designed to meet the diversified needs of gifted and talented students who are selected from all areas of the United States and other countries. These youths are identified as being capable of high performance, but they require different educational programs in order to realize their contribution to society. High performance may be manifested in any or a combination of these areas:
• General intellectual ability
• Specific academic aptitude
• Creative or productive thinking
• Leadership
• Visual or performing arts Students entering grades 5 through 10 in September 2004 are eligible to attend one of the two sessions on the University of Northern Colorado campus in Greeley, Colorado. Students who are selected will have a unique opportunity for enrichment not ordinarily possible in the regular classroom. Session 1 will be held July 4-17; Session 2 is July 18-31, 2004. For more information contact the school counseling office or visit the Web site at www.unco.edu/sep. Cost for attending the program is $1,150; limited scholarships for SEP are available. Scholarship applications must be postmarked by April 1, 2004.
WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY IN ST. LOUIS
HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER SCHOLARS PROGRAM
Every summer a unique and talented group of rising high school seniors gathers at Washington University in St. Louis for five weeks of college life. They take two or three college courses and live on campus in a residence hall. In a supportive college environment they have fun and make lasting friendships at the High School Summer Scholars Program. The sessions for the 2004 High School Summer Scholars program will take place June 13-July 17 and July 18-August 20. Students must be at least 16 years of age and have completed their junior year o high school, have an academic average of B+ or better, and have a combined SAT score of at least 1200, combined PSAT of 120, or a composite ACT or PLAN of at least 25. For more information visit their Web site at: http://ucollege.wustl.edu/hssp or visit the guidance office. Application deadlines are May 7 (Session 1) and June 11 (Session 2). If you apply by March 1, the non-refundable application is waived. Scholarship assistance is available to students of academic merit who demonstrate financial need.
EXPLORE THE WORLD WITH NACEL OPEN DOOR, INC.
Nacel Open Door, Inc. has programs available for students aged 13-19 in the following countries: Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, Japan, Mexico, Russia and Spain. Programs are planned for summer and the academic school year. Scholarships are available as well; the deadline for academic semester/year programs application with no fee is February 14, 2004. Deadlines for summer programs are more flexible, however you should apply as soon as possible. For more information about any of these programs, please visit their Web site at : www.nacelopendoor.org or call the counseling office.
BIG RED SUMMER ACADEMIC CAMPS
Big Red Summer Academic Camps events will be hosted by Nebraska 4-H and UNL faculty members in various academic areas across campus during June and July of 2004. UNL is offering summer camps for students in grades 9-12 (fall 2004) in culinology ™, 3-D Animation, Linux, Web Flash Development, golf, foreign languages (grades 8-11), movie-making (grades 10-12), Pizza-Making, Fashion Design, Theatre, and Horsemanship. Camps range from three to seven days long and cost from $250 to $475. Most have an early bird discount if post marked by April 1. If your student is interested, please contact the guidance office for more information or visit their Web site at www.bigredcamps.unl.edu.
CYCLONE GOLF CAMPS
Iowa State University Cyclone Sports Camps will hold the 2004 Cyclone Golf Camps on June 6-10 and June 13-17 on the Ames, Iowa college campus and Veenker Memorial Golf Course. Boys and girls age 11 to seniors in high school are eligible to attend. For more information, contact the school counseling office or visit www.cyclones.com.
PRATT SUMMER 2004 PRE-COLLEGE PROGRAM
Each summer, close to 400 high school students from across the country and around the world immerse themselves in art, design, architecture, creative writing, and cultural studies in Pratt’s intensive four-week college-level program. Pratt combines academic excellence with hands-on studio work. High school sophomores, juniors, and graduating seniors with an extensive creative background who want to immerse themselves in college-level study with students who have similar interests or students with more limited backgrounds who want exposure to college-level study are encouraged to consider this program. The program will be held Tuesday, July 6 through Friday, July 30 on the Brooklyn, NY campus. If you would like more information, visit the school counseling office or www.pratt.edu/precollege.
CREIGHTON UNIVERSITY SUMMER PROGRAMS
Creighton University in Omaha, NE will be hosting two programs this summer for gifted and talented students. Students in grades 9-12 (in 2004-2005) are invited to attend Arete (taken from a Greek word meaning excellence) which will be held June 27-July 2. This is an integrated living/learning experience taught by Creighton professors and master teachers from the metropolitan area and professionals from the community. The academic experience is balanced with a variety of social and recreational activities allowing students to relax and enjoy the company of their peers. Registration will remain open until the program reaches capacity; typically the programs fills early so if your student is interested, register early.
The Ad Astra program offers gifted and talented 7th & 8th grade students (in 2004-2005) an introduction to stimulating academic-based classes and social activities not usually encountered in the middle school experience. It is designed to provide a challenging academic curriculum with varied contemporary, cultural activities and active social interchange in a week of living and learning on the University’s campus. The Latin phrase Ad Astra--to the stars--was adopted in 1985 as the title to suggest the programs intent. This program will be held June 13-19 and repeated June 19-26. As with Arete, registration will remain open until the program fills. Contact the school counseling office for more information about either of these programs.
SUMMER INSTITUTE FOR THE GIFTED
The Summer Institute for the Gifted offers unique programs for gifted and talented students and teachers. The three-week summer residential programs for gifted students in grades 4-11 are held at some of the nation’s most prestigious colleges and universities. Students engage in stimulating academic, artistic and recreational activities Monday through Friday, plus enjoy enrichment activities, performances and weekend excursions.3 Courses are designed to introduce students to new areas of interest and to provide meaningful learning experiences. Thousands of students from more than 25 countries have participated in SIG programs since 1984. Day programs, Saturday programs and a Gifted Online Accelerated Learning (GOAL) program are also available. For more information, call or visit the school counseling office or visit www.giftedstudy.com.
CAMPAIGN CAM
C-SPAN’s 2004 Campaign Cam Student Documentary Contest is soliciting entries from middle & high school students. Students compete for a chance to win one of 45 awards with a top prize of $5000. Entrants must express what they think in a short video about an issue that matters to them as our country approaches the 2004 elections. Winning entries will air on the C-SPAN networks.
• Documentaries must be no longer than 10 minutes.
• Videos must offer a variey of perspectives and points of view.
• Teams or individuals may enter.
• Prizes will be awarded in middle and high school categories.
For complete rules, go to c-span.org/classroom/204vote. Entries must be received by May 17, 2004. Winners will be announced June 3, 2004.
STUDENT CONSERVATION ASSOCIATION SUMMER PROGRAM
The Student Conservation Association is offering a tuition-free, summer Conservation Crew program to students ages 15-19. They are looking for qualified students who are interested in spending a few weeks this summer helping the environment amidst a backdrop of a magnificent vista. Students spend up to a month in our spectacular national parks and forests conducting vital conservation projects. As a team of 6-8 they learn what it takes to live and work outdoors, to cook and clean for themselves, and hike as much as mile to their work site every day. They’ll challenge themselved in ways they never imagined. Teamwork is a central component of these experiences. Crew members return home having accomplished that sense of independence without every leaving a supportive, familial atmosphere. If your student is interested, for more information visit www.thesca.org/crew_leaders.cfm.
SUMMER HEALTH PROFESSIONS CAREER WORKSHOP
The Student Services Office of Special Projects at the University of Nebraska Medical Center will be holding its annual Summer Health Professions Career Workshop (SHPCW), Wednesday, August 4-Saturday, August 7, 2004. This workshop is designed to give students entering their junior year, who have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and are interested in the health professions, the opportunity to investigate different health careers through a hands-on learning program. The cost of the program is $250 which includes breakfast, lunch, and snacks while on the UNMC Campus during the day, program costs and fees, transportation while in Omaha, and dorm room expenses. Additional information and application forms are available in the counseling office. Completed applications are due back to UNMC by June 1, 2004.
BRIGHT LIGHTS
Bright Lights is an enrichment program in Lincoln for students who enjoy exploring a favorite topic in depth. It is a day program; elementary and middle school students register and participate in weeklong, half-day classes held throughout Lincoln. You must provide your own daily transportation. For complete information you can send e-mail to info@brightlights.org or check their web site at www.brightlights.com.
YOUTH LEADERSHIP LINCOLN
Youth Leadership Lincoln, a Knights of Ak-Sar-Ben program, is entering it ninth year in our community. The program is a year-long interactive, hands-on experience focusing on developing leadership skills and an understanding of and life-long commitment to the individual’s role in community service. Participants have the opportunity to meet with community leaders from business, government, media, social services and the arts, while learning first hand how the community works and how youth leadership can make a difference.
The program is open only to students who will be high school sophomores during the 2004-2005 school year. The Selection committee is looking for a diverse group of students who have demonstrated leadership potential, but may not have had the opportunity to completely develop that potential. The student should have an interest in their community (the city, their school, their place of worship, their neighborhood, etc.) and must be committed to following through with tasks. The program meets once a month during the school day so it is important that students be in good academic standing in order to participate.
Applications are available in the school counseling office. Applicants must obtain two references in order to be eligible for the program; one from school personnel and one from someone outside of the school system. The application deadline is Friday, May 28 at 5:00 p.m. This is a firm, non-negotiable deadline, so if your 2004-2005 sophomore is interested in applying they should pick up an application form as soon as possible. Questions can be directed to the school counseling office or the Youth Leadership Lincoln office at 441-4661.
11th ANNUAL MINNESOTA PRIVATE COLLEGE WEEK
This unique week-long event is sponsored by the Minnesota Private College Council. During the week, Minnesota's private colleges and universities provide guided campus tours and present general information on financial aid and college admissions in sessions held twice daily, 9:00-11:45 a.m. and 2:00-4:15 p.m. Details about this event, including on-line registration can be found on their web site, www.mnprivatecollges.com.
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