The completion of a planned learning lab, together with the establishment of a museum educator position, will create new opportunities for hands-on learning, research and engagement for college students, K–12 learners, families and visitors of all ages.
Learning Lab Infrastructure Updates Expected Cost: $75,000
Museum Educator Position Expected Cost: $1 million (endowed); $350,000 (5-year term); $200,000 (3-year term)
There is a leadership myth that you have to be elected President or hold a specific title to make a difference. In reality, some of the most powerful leadership happens when you don't have a title at all. Whether you are a new general body member, a committee volunteer, a student worker, or not involved in extracurriculars yet, your voice matters. This workshop is designed to build your confidence to speak up, share your ideas, and step up from any seat at the table. Learn how to get your peers excited about your ideas and make a lasting impact on your organization from day one.
Friction is a natural part of working in a group, but healthy disagreement can actually lead to creative breakthroughs when navigated correctly. This session dives into the different types of team conflict and guides you through the Conflict Animal Styles assessment. Discover whether you naturally act as a Shark, Owl, Turtle, Fox, or Teddy Bear, and learn how to use your personal style to achieve positive, mutually respectful outcomes.
Ever feel like your ideas get lost in translation, or your group chat is a total mess? Whether you’re running a student org meeting, planning a major campus event, or trying to get a group project done on time, how you say things matters. This interactive workshop breaks down how to communicate so people actually listen, how to really hear what your team is saying, and how to give helpful feedback without making things awkward.
Join us for a spooky-good hour of mythbusting, strength-sharing, and building transfer pride. Burn away old stereotypes, claim your transfer superpowers, and snap a pic for our wall of "Transfer Student Heroes."
Spooky Perks: Drinks & Snacks provided, Raffle Prize for one lucky attendee, Open to all students (Transfer & NonTransfer alike)
Centered on the principles of active inclusion, mutual support, and shared purpose, this workshop focuses on how to transform separate individuals into cohesive, resilient networks at ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì. Learn how to bridge social gaps, establish meaningful group norms, and design intentional spaces where every member of our campus community feels seen, valued, and connected.
The U.S. Department of Education has awarded ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University a five-year, $1.3 million TRIO Teacher Preparation Student Support Services grant to support undergraduate students preparing to enter the teaching profession. ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì will receive more than $272,000 annually to serve 140 students who are first-generation college students, income-eligible students or students with disabilities. The new grant is specifically focused on students pursuing teacher preparation programs and will provide comprehensive support from college enrollment through graduation, licensure and entry into...
Students participating in education abroad may be new to a country and may not know much about the campus or community around them. At ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University, international students have an opportunity to connect with domestic students through a program called FRIEND. FRIEND stands for Foster Relationships, Intercultural Experiences, Navigation skills and Discovery. It is a semester-long program in which international and domestic students are paired and spend the semester getting to know each other by meeting once a week. Students can participate in activities such as going to a Flash Ac...
