SSS Programming for Spring 2012
Practical Tips for Scholarships
Facilitator: Trudy Bement, SSS Academic Advising Coordinator
There are many scholarships available to students at UW-Eau Claire, but how do you locate them and write applications that get results? Join us for some insights that may help you acquire funds to help pay for your education.
Wednesday, Feb 15, 12:00-1:00 pm, in Arrowhead Room. Pizza will be served.
Junior Career Seminar: Internships
Facilitator: Laura Rubenzer, SSS Career Development Coordinator
All students are strongly advised to have a professional internship during the summer of their junior year. This workshop teaches students where to find employment opportunities, how to develop a resume and cover letter, interview with confidence, and use proper follow-up strategies. All third-year SSS students should plan to attend one of the following sessions:
Monday, February 20, 3:30-5:00 pm, in the Potawatomi Room or
Tuesday, February 21, 3:30-5:00 pm, in the Potawatomi Room
Attendance is required for all third-year students in the SSS Program.
Discover Your Strengths
Facilitator: Andy Strowig, SSS Career Development Coordinator
Developed by the Gallup Organization, the Strengths Finder assessment measures 34 areas of talent and helps you identify your five main talent areas. This session will demonstrate how understanding your own talents can help you set goals to achieve academic, career, and personal success.
Tuesday, February 28, 2:00-2:50 pm, in Schneider 317
TRIO Day Celebration
Facilitator: Bruce Ouderkirk, SSS Director
TRIO Day is an opportunity to draw campus attention to the achievements of TRIO programs and student participants. Join students from five different TRIO projects for refreshments, informational sessions, and an awards ceremony. Numerous door prizes will be awarded to those in attendance.
Tuesday, February 28, 3:30-6:00 pm, in Davies Theatre
Decoding the FAFSA
Facilitator: Trudy Bement, SSS Academic Advising Coordinator; Scott Siegenthaler, Financial Aid
Make sure that you qualify for the most financial aid possible by submitting your FAFSA on time. Held in a computer lab, this workshop will answer your questions and help you complete the FAFSA on line.
Note: Please bring you parents' W-2s and tax forms, your W-2's and tax form, your FAFSA password and PIN (will be same as last year).
Wednesday, March 7, 2:00-3:00 pm, in Phillips 219 or
Tuesday, March 13, 4:00-5:00 pm, in Hibbard 201
Graduate School: Is it in Your Future?
Facilitator: Andy Strowig, SSS Career Development Coordinator
Are you thinking of graduate or professional school, but finding the whole process a bit intimidating? Bring your questions and concerns and join us for this discussion about the benefits of a graduate degree. We will examine the intricacies of graduate school, from credential building, to selection and application of appropriate programs, through timing and financing a degree.
Tuesday, April 3, 2:00-2:50 pm, in Schneider 317
Degree Planning: Making Every Course Count
Facilitator: Trudy Bement, SSS Academic Advising Coordinator
Some students move through their college degree in the allotted four years, while others complete their requirements in five or even six. Although every degree plan is unique, this discussion can help you to visualize your degree from beginning to end and may help you to graduate in the best time possible, allowing for GPA, employment, and other concerns.
Thursday, April 5, 3:00-4:00 pm, in Haas Fine Arts 275
Senior Career Seminar
Facilitator: Laura Rubenzer, SSS Career Development Coordinator
This seminar will prepare seniors to begin their professional career successfully. Topics will include how to become politically savvy, use appropriate self-promotion, build strong working relationships, find a career mentor, and more.
Monday, April 9, 3:30-5:00 pm, in the Alumni Room or
Tuesday, April 10, 3:30-5:00 pm, in the Presidents Room
Attendance is required for all fourth-year students in the SSS Program.
SSS Recognition Celebration
Facilitator: Bruce Ouderkirk, SSS Director
SSS will host a dinner to honor program participants who are graduating in May, as well as those who have a high GPA or have served as mentors or Advisory Board members during the academic year.
By invitation: Monday, April 23, 5:00-6:30 pm, in the Dulany Inn
Fuel Up for Finals
Take a break during finals to relax and have some treats. The SSS staff invites all program participants to stop by the SSS office for refreshments on the first day of final exams.
Monday, May 14, 9:00 am-4:00 pm, in Old Library 2136
