13th Annual National McNair and Undergraduate Research Conference

The 13th University of Maryland National Conference for McNair Scholars and Undergraduate Research  will be held in College Park, Maryland. Approximately 250 individuals participated in the 2011 University of Maryland National Conference for McNair Scholars and Undergraduate Research, and we are excited to once again provide the opportunity for students to present their academic research in a professional environment and to provide the opportunity for staff to participate in professional development activities.

http://www.aap.umd.edu/McNairConference/2012/index.htm

Move Forward with your Education

Prepare yourself for an enriching future.  Click below for more details.

http://www.marianuniversity.edu/uploadedFiles/Academic_Programs/Special_Programs/McNair_Scholars_Program/Letter%20to%20Prospective%20McNair%20Students.pdf

TRiO/McNair Oral Presentations - Fall 2011

The Marian University community is invited to the fall 2011 Research Presentations by students in the TRiO/McNair Scholars Program. This gathering will provide an excellent platform to present the research findings of these exceptional students.

Tuesday, October 11, 2011 

11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Stayer Center • Room 217/218

For several months, they had worked on unique and challenging research projects under the guidance of their distinguished research mentors.

Please join us in supporting their efforts.

• Gina Anderson - Psychology
• Phyllis Becker - Social Work
• Andrea Binnebose - Biology
• Matthew Peña - Sports & Recreation Management
• Mary-Zitta Muabe - Biology

View the Full Schedule

·         Poster Presentations – Wednesday, October 12; 1:30 – 3:00pm; Stayer Dining Room

·   Gina Anderson

·   Andrea Binnebose

·   Tess Goeller

·   Greg Hardt

·   Da’Monique Johnson

·   Jazmin Lang

·   Denny Mudd

·   Steve Rumbuc

·   Randy Schoenborn

·   Maria Weeks

TRiO/McNair Poster Defense

The staff of the McNair Scholars Program at Marian University cordially invites you to attend their second annual poster presentation and reception for student participants and their faculty mentors. This past summer, students from Marian University were involved in various projects as part of the McNair Research Experience under the direction of their distinguished research mentors. Now, they have the opportunity to talk to members of the university community about their experience.

·         Poster Presentations – Wednesday, October 12; 1:30 – 3:00pm; Stayer Dining Room

·   Gina Anderson

·   Andrea Binnebose

·   Tess Goeller

·   Greg Hardt

·   Da’Monique Johnson

·   Jazmin Lang

·   Denny Mudd

·   Steve Rumbuc

·   Randy Schoenborn

·   Maria Weeks

McNair Scholars Recruitment

The McNair Scholars Program is looking for high achieving students interested in pursuing a graduate education. If you are a sophomore or junior currently enrolled at Marian University, you are strongly encouraged to attend a recruitment session at the Administration Building - Breezeway.

Stop by and find out how we can help you accomplish your academic and professional goals. Just come in - No appointment necessary!

October 3^rd, 4^th, 6^th, & 7^th 

11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

http://www.marianuniversity.edu/mcnair/recruitment/

McNair Scholars Presentations!

October 11th, 2011 come join McNair in Stayer Center Room 217/218 as

Gina Anderson - 11:00a.m.- 11:30a.m.
Phyllis Becker - 11:30a.m.- 12:00p.m.
Andrea Binnebose - 12:00p.m.- 12:30p.m.
Matthew Pena - 2:30-p.m.- 3:00p.m.
~and~
Mary-Zitta Muabe - 3:00p.m.- 3:30p.m.

present their McNair Scholars Presentations!

What do McNair scholars do?

Engage in Research. Students participate in the McNair Research Experience during which they develop and conduct individual research projects under the guidance of a faculty/professional mentor. As part of the research experience, they enroll in MCN 201: Preparing for Research and MCN 401: Performing Research. More details are available on the McNair website.

Develop and deliver professional research presentations. McNair Scholars present their research at selected research symposia held at Marian University. In addition, students have the opportunity to travel to academic and professional conferences across the nation. Participation in conferences is an excellent opportunity to network with faculty and graduate students from a wide variety of institutions.

Attend graduate school preparation seminars and workshops. Students must attend graduate school seminars and/or workshops focusing on specific topics related to the graduate school application process, including how to identify graduate programs that “fit” their needs and interests, preparing for the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), and how to navigate graduate school.

Visit graduate schools and meet with graduate faculty members. Students can receive funding to travel to graduate school visits. This is an opportunity for them to learn more about an institution and department as they make decisions to pursue a graduate education.

Participate in Service-Learning opportunities. The Service-Learning experience is strongly encouraged at Marian University. These experiences serve students by engaging them in the educational process, using what they learn in the classroom to solve real-life challenges in the community.

For more information visit: http://www.marianuniversity.edu/mcnair

Community Involvement Program (CIP) Forms

When participating in a Service-Learning activity, always remember to keep a record of your involvement. Please find below the forms to be submitted to Student Development Center:

• Student Community Involvement Program Form (printable) 
• Student Community Involvement Program Form (electronic) 

Click here for more information.

New McNair Home Page

The McNair Scholars Program at Marian University has a new home page. Please follow the web link below to check it out.

http://www.marianuniversity.edu/mcnair

For feedbacks and questions, please contact gmoise at marian univesity dot edu or call 920-923-8621

Thank you.

Be INSPIRED by Ronald E. McNair. Create your own legacy.

McNair and SSS Senior Retreat

Click below for the schedule of events and more details.

McNair-SSS_2011-Retreat.pdf

Teri Passow, M.S.Ed.

Program Coordinator

Marian University McNair Scholars Program

45 South National Avenue

Fond du Lac, WI 54935

Office: 920.923.8630

www.marianuniversity.edu/mcnair

What Did They Do This Summer?

This summer, students from the McNair Scholars Program at Marian University were involved in several research projects under the guidance of their respective mentor. As they prepare to enter their graduate education journey, the McNair Research Experience represented a great learning opportunity for each of them.

In this blog, we present to you many sets of interviews we conducted with many of them. The following is a list of the ones who have described many facets of their individual research experience throughout Summer 2011.

• Da’Monique Johnson, Criminal Justice
• Ashley Schmitz, Nursing
• Theresa Goeller, Psychology & Theology
• Matthew Peña, Sport and Recreation Management
• Greg F. Hardt, Human Resource Management
• Dennis Mudd, Biology & Chemistry
• Maria Weeks, Expressive/Therapeutic Art & Studio Art
• Randal Schoenborn, Biology
• Steven Rumbuc, Biology
• Mary-Zitta Muabe, Biology
• Cody Ullsperger, Criminal Justice
• Jazmin Lang, Nursing & Psychology
• Nancy Garcia, Criminal Justice
• Gina Anderson, Psychology
• Phyllis Becker, Social Work & Psychology

Click here to know more about the McNair Research Experience. During the fall semester, students will present their research findings at different venues, including Marian University.

McNair Scholars at Work this Summer

During the past two months, tudents from the McNair Scholars Program at Marian University were involved in several research projects under the guidance of their mentor. The McNair Research Experience was a great learning opportunity for them, as they prepare to enter their graduate education journey.

In the coming days, we will present many sets of interviews we conducted with them about their research experience this summer. They have shared with  the community many facets of their individual experience. In the meantime, feel free to read more about the McNair Research Experience.

Check back with us soon.

McNair at WVU

Similar opportunities and experiences await YOU.

20th Annual National McNair Research Conference and Graduate Fair

The National McNair Research Conference has been designed to provide undergraduate students the opportunity to explore graduate study as a realistic option. Workshops, panel discussions and activities will introduce McNair Scholars to the nature of graduate study as well as provide helpful tips and suggestions in writing an effective graduate admissions application.

Plan on being there.

Think Deep, Aim High

Open Doors with a Doctorate

Higher education in the United States is arguably the best in the world, with doctoral education the “jewel in the crown,” attracting the best and the brightest domestic and international students. Doctorate recipients become the world’s leading researchers, educators, experts, and innovators; enrich the arts and literature; discover new vaccines and cures; document history; strengthen the global economy; and develop new technologies. This CGS flyer highlights these and other reasons why students might consider pursuing a doctorate. Click here to download a .pdf copy free of charge.

Read more...

As You Prepare for a Graduate Education

I just read this blog post from the McNair Scholars Program at University of Nebraska-Lincoln. I encourage McNair students at Marian University to read it and share it with other people who plan on attending graduate school.

Obviously, it is not a complete list of advices for a graduate school experience. However, I believe his points can serve many who are currently planning on movind to the same direction.

http://unlmcnair.wordpress.com/2011/03/16/grad-student-advice-things-i-wish-id-known-before-i-entered-graduate-school/

Post the link to your facebook, twitter, etc...

Garry Moise

Save TRiO Programs

(June 14, 2011)

Political Leaders in Washington, D.C. are NOT Talking About TRIO

Yet, they are engaged in crucial conversations that will have a direct impact on whether any funding is available for TRIO in FY12 and beyond.

Why?

• Republicans are holding legislation to raise the debt ceiling hostage unless Democrats agree to include measures in the bill to reduce the federal deficit by cutting programs important to low-income Americans.

What happens if Congress doesn’t raise the debt ceiling?

• The United States will have to choose between paying its debts and funding domestic programs like Social Security, Medicare, etc.

What can we do?

• Contact Vice President Joe Biden.
  He is the White House's lead negotiator on this issue. Contact him by e-mail at (http://www.whitehouse.gov/contact/) AND by phone at (202) 456-1111. (Please note that phone lines are only staffed Monday thru Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Eastern Time.)
• Contact Senator Harry Reid (D-NV).
  As the Majority Leader, Senator Reid is accountable to all American citizens for action in the U.S. Senate. He is and will continue to be a key figure in this fight. He knows about TRIO. Now we need him to stand up for TRIO! Contact him by e-mail at (http://reid.senate.gov/contact/) AND by phone at (202) 224-7327.
• Contact your Democratic Representatives and Senators in Congress.
  Republicans have dug in their heels on this issue. So, we must focus our energies on Democratic Senators and Representatives. Contact information for all legislators is available at (http://www.contactingthecongress.org/).
• Recruit five friends WHO DO NOT WORK IN TRIO to do the same!!! Remember to also engage local leaders, parents, alumni and students as well.

What is our message?

• Sample Message #1: “As a citizen, I am very concerned that you and other Democrats are not going to stand up for the low-income people you represent in deliberations on the debt ceiling. Education programs that are important to me, like the Pell Grant and TRIO, are threatened by these negotiations. If we don't educate our citizens, we will not be able to compete in the global economy.”
• Sample Message #2: “I am very concerned that the interests of our most vulnerable citizens will be ignored in the debt ceiling debate. Don't trade the futures of the low-income students and families who rely on programs like TRIO and Pell in the name of fiscal responsibility. Cutting such programs would actually be fiscally irresponsible. Without an educated population, our economy will not survive. We, as citizens, are counting on you to protect our TRIO programs and the students and families served by them.”

For more information about this issue, please click here.

If you have any specific questions regarding this important request, please contact Heather Valentine or Kimberly Jones at the Council for Opportunity in Education by phone at (202) 347-7430 or via e-mail at (heather.valentine@coenet.us) and (kimberly.jones@coenet.us).

Monthly Roundtable

This round table will incorporate both mentors and scholars in an integrated discussion regarding student progress, program benchmarks and expectations, as well as individual accomplishments among students.
It will also facilitate discussion of summer events and the opportunity to ask questions about research or program requirements.

When:    Wed Jun 15 3:30pm – 5pm Central Time
Where:   McNair House 96 S. National Ave

Students who are unable to attend this event are asked to contact the McNair office to arrange an individual meeting to be update.

GRE Workshops - Session 2

If you missed the first session of the GRE Workshops, you may register today for the second session. Please share this information to someone you know who might be interested.

McNair Newsletter - Spring 2011

New McNair Scholars at Marian University

The McNair Scholars Program at Marian University is proud to announce its fourth cohort of scholars. During the academic year 2010-2011, eight students - from a wide variety of academic disciplines - were recruited to join the growing rank of McNair scholars across the nation.

 

• Theresa Goeller -- Psychology, Theology
• Greg F. Hardt -- Business Administration, HR Management
• Da'Monique Johnson -- Criminal Justice
• Jazmin Lang -- Nursing, Psychology
• Dennis Mudd -- Biology, Chemistry
• Steve Rumbuc -- Biology
• Randy Schoenborn -- Biology
• Maria Week -- Expressive/Therapeutic Art & Studio Art

 

To learn more about the students, please visit http://www.marianuniversity.edu/interior.aspx?id=15128

 

 

GRE Workshop Coming to Marian

Want to Succeed in Your Graduate School Admissions Test?
The GRE Workshop is for you.

The McNair Scholars Program at Marian University invites students to prepare for the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) through a series of formal or informal instruction and study sessions. The workshop will be led by Teri Passow, Program Coordinator of the McNair Program.

Students enrolling in the workshop will be charged $225 for the entire session; this includes classroom instruction, all course materials (class text, skills review text, CD-ROM study aide), and pre- and post-course GRE assessments to help students gauge their progress and standing. While this may be a significant amount of money for many of our students, standard fees for these types of programs are typically priced at $500 or higher, making this a great opportunity.

This workshop is the only one of its kind offered in the Fond du Lac area.

Click here for more information

Spring Research Presentations

Come and support the following Marian University students as they present their research findings to the University Community. Faculty, staff, students: all are invited.



http://www.marianuniversity.edu/interior.aspx?id=12942

Professional Conduct and Employee Rights

We’re on the home stretch, just a couple more weeks to go!

But if you need a break from studying, from working, or just feel a little frazzled, we are very excited to welcome Kathleen Rinehart, the Marian University Legal Counsel, to speak on behalf of our program.

Kathleen Rinehart will be speaking tomorrow,

April 27^th at 2:30 PM in T205.

Ms. Rinehart will speak about the ever important issue of conduct and professionalism in the workplace.  For those of you about to graduate or even to embark on a new off-site research project, this is a can’t miss presentation!

Most of us know that we can’t copy/paste swaths from Wikipedia into our papers, or that we can’t  cheat on tests.  But do we know what comes next?  What happens if your boss asks you to perform a task that is clearly immoral?  What if you are consistently belittled by a coworker and don’t know how to stand up for your rights?  What happens if another lab worker blatantly steals your work and pawns it off as his own?

…if you come armed with questions, there’s a good chance you’ll get the answers.

In the past, we’ve had paltry attendance at Renaissance Scholar events among our most important group… our Scholars.  Maybe you don’t realize, but these events are put forth to help you become better, more knowledgeable human beings.

So keep that in mind when choosing whether or not to attend the program.

And good luck on finals!

Daniel B. Reed

Program Secretary

Marian University McNair Scholars Program

45 S. National Ave

Fond du Lac, WI, 54935

dbreed38@marianuniversity.edu

(W) (920) 923-8620

McNair Updates #17

The McNair Updates #17 is available to all McNair students, mentors, and staff via email. Please contact the McNair Office if you did not receive yours.

gmoise at Marian University dot edu

Put First Things First

"Things which matter most must never be at the mercy of things which matter least."
--Johann Wolfgang von Goethe



"Putting first things first means doing to the most important things in life. It means being clear about your priorities and acting on them. Many people unconsciously fall into the trap of getting caught up in non-important things. They neglect the larger life priorities until it becomes too late to act on them."
--Celestine Chua

Put First Things First is Habit # 3 of Stephen Covey’s book 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.

Please share this post with someone.

Etiquette Dinner 2011

This event is sponsored by Marian University's Career and Graduate School Services. 

Click on the image for a better view.



McNair Updates #15

The McNair Updates #15 is available to all McNair students, mentors, and staff via email. Please contact the McNair Office if you did not receive yours.

Garry Moise, MS

Assistant Director

Marian University McNair Scholars Program

45 S. National Ave.

Fond du Lac, WI 54935

(920) 923-8621 OFFICE

(920) 923-8622 FAX

www.marianuniversity.edu/mcnair

Coming soon to Marian University

TRiO Day Celebration

Marian University TRiO programs – Student Support Services (SSS) and McNair Scholars Program – will   participate in National TRiO Day on Monday, February 28, 2011. Historically, the TRiO Day Celebration is a nationwide community service initiative.  In honor of this special day, these two programs will conduct a series of activities that will bring more awareness of TRiO services available to Marian University students.

TRiO programs are funded through the U.S. Department of Education to serve students who meet one or more of the eligibility criteria: first-generation, low-income, documented disability and/or a member of a group underrepresented in graduate education. They were originally established by the federal government in 1965 to ensure equal educational opportunity for all Americans, regardless of race, ethnic background, or economic circumstance.

At this point, TRiO Programs at Marian University include Student Support Services (SSS) and the McNair Scholars Program.

Student Support Services For more information: Administration building, Room 206 Office: (920) 923-8632 Email: nyang38@marianuniversity.edu

McNair Scholars Program For more information: McNair House (Building 96) mcnairprogram@marianuniversity.edu   Office: (920) 923-8621 www.marianuniversity.edu/mcnair

CSI For The Defense

...If you think CSI on television is good, you've got to come see this!...

THE MARIAN UNIVERSITY MCNAIR SCHOLARS PROGRAM PRESENTS:

CSI FOR THE DEFENSE:

STEVEN AVERY AND THE HALBACH MURDER TRIALS

A Renaissance Scholars Special Event Presented by:

Forensic D.N.A. Consultant

Alan L. Friedman, Ph.D.

Marian University

Stayer Center Auditorium

February 9^th

6:30-8:30PM

(viewer discretion is advised)

For more information or questions please contact:

Daniel Reed at (920) 923-8620 dbreed38@marianuniversity.edu

Spring 2011 - Information Sessions

Spring 2011 - Information Sessions

http://www.marianuniversity.edu/interior.aspx?id=11116

Monday, January 31st @ 2:30 p.m.
Tuesday, February 1st @ 12:45 p.m.
Wednesday, February 2nd @ 3:00 p.m.
Thursday, February 3rd @ 11:10 a.m.  

 

Each sessions lasts approximately 45-50 minutes. If you find it difficult to attend one of them, please arrange to visit with a McNair staff member at a more convenient time in order to receive additional information about the program.

Spring 2011 - Information Sessions

McNair Recruitment for the spring semester will take place at the Stayer Center (T217/218) according to the following schedule:

• Monday, January 31st @ 2:30 p.m.
• Tuesday, February 1st @ 12:45 p.m.
• Wednesday, February 2nd @ 3:00 p.m.
• Thursday, February 3rd @ 11:10 a.m.

Bring, at least, 1 friend with you.

If you are unable to attend those information sessions, please contact Garry Moise at gmoise@marianuniversity.edu to schedule an appointment.
  
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Challenger Remembrance Celebration

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Student Roundtable - Cancelled

We regret to inform McNair Mentors that the roundtable has been cancelled due to inclement weather. We plan to reschedule in the coming days to kick off the Spring Semester.

Thanks for your patience.

WHAT DO MCNAIR SCHOLARS DO?

Engage in Research. Following their first year in the program, students participate in the McNair Summer Research Experience during which they conduct individual research projects, under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Quality research projects provide a realistic picture of graduate school scholarship, while also preparing students for the doctoral school climate.

Develop and deliver professional research presentations. McNair Scholars present their research at selected research symposia. In addition, students have the opportunity to travel to professional conferences nationwide and to network with faculty and graduate students through membership in professional organizations.

Attend graduate school preparation seminars and workshops. Students must attend graduate school seminars and/or workshops that focus on specific topics related to the graduate school application process, including how to identify graduate programs that “fit” their needs and interests, preparing for the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), and how to navigate graduate school.

Visit graduate schools and meet with graduate faculty members.  Students can receive funding for travel to graduate schools to learn more about the institution and department as they make their final decision.

McNair Calendar

The McNair Calendar is available via the following link: http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=mcnairprogram.marian%40gmail.com&ctz=America/Chicago

Please contact any staff member at the McNair Office if you have any question.

Happy New Year 2011

For the New Year, we all have hopes and aspirations; many others make new resolutions. May the year 2011 and every future year bring you blessings, happiness, courage, success, good health, opportunity and prosperity.

Have a promising, peaceful, and fulfilling New Year.