Progress 12/15/05 to 12/14/10
Outputs
OUTPUTS: Our success with the grant was evident, the students selected had a 2.807 average GPA while I student received a 3.547 GPA for their final semester. I had constant contact with our MSP scholars with a weekly email. I informed them of the meetings, events for the week and also deadlines for scholarships, important dates and other items that are of interest to them. All of our MSP scholars were very busy; they are involved on campus and keep a hectic schedule. They all have maneuvered through the University System on their own and don't need my assistance as often and that is the goal of our program. PARTICIPANTS: Nothing significant to report during this reporting period. TARGET AUDIENCES: Our target audience was high school students who were interested in attending the University of Nebraska - Lincoln PROJECT MODIFICATIONS: Nothing significant to report during this reporting period.
Impacts
I know the MSP Scholars feel very successful in the academic career. One student has come to me for letters of reference for numerous scholarship applications and grant applications. He currently is a research technician here at the University of Nebraska - Lincoln and he is completing his Master's degree in Animal Science. Another student is currently at the National Park Service in Omaha, NE. All of our students are very successful and happy with their education.
Publications
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Progress 12/15/07 to 12/14/08
Outputs
We continue to have three students in our MSP program. A fourth student was a MSP Scholar for one semester but switched to a major in the College of Arts and Sciences. We have already identified a fourth student for this fall, Amanda Eby will be in the MSP program for fall, 2008. Amanda is a first generation Hispanic college student in need of financial assistance and a Forensic Science Major. PRODUCTS: I continue to have contact with our MSP scholars with a weekly email. I inform them of the meetings, events for the week and also deadlines for scholarships, important dates and other items that are of interest to them. All of our MSP scholars are very busy; they are involved on campus and keep a hectic schedule. They are all maneuvering through the University System on their own and don't need my assistance as often and that is the goal of our program. OUTCOMES: Our MSP Scholars continue to thrive at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The average for GPA's is 3.010, with one student having a 3.317 for the fall semester. That is quite an accomplishment for each of our students. Our retention and educational quality is a priority for our MSP scholars. DISSEMINATION ACTIVITIES: Our MSP scholars will be asked to share the impact of the program as they get closer to graduation. FUTURE INITIATIVES: The MSP scholars will be encouraged to take our Employment Seminar through the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources. It is a one hour course that covers all aspects of getting a job, cover letter, resume, researching a company, mock interviews and an etiquette dinner. The class prepares our students to interview with companies in their career choice and the knowledge can be used the rest of their lives.
Impacts
I know the MSP Scholars feel very successful in the academic career. Jared has come to me for letters of reference for numerous scholarship applications and grant applications that he is currently applying for; he has a top notch application and I applaud him. Amanda's mother was there to push her academically.
Publications
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Progress 12/15/06 to 12/14/07
Outputs
We continue to have three students in our MSP program. A fourth student was a MSP Scholar for one semester but switched to a major in the College of Arts and Sciences. We have already identified a fourth student for this fall; Amanda Eby is a freshman who will be in the MSP program for fall, 2008. Amanda is a first generation Hispanic college student in need of financial assistance.
PRODUCTS: I continue to have contact with our MSP scholars with a weekly email. I inform them of the meetings, events for the week and also deadlines for scholarships, important dates and other items that are of interest to them. All of our MSP scholars are very busy; they are involved on campus and keep a hectic schedule. They are all maneuvering through the University System on their own and don't need my assistance as often and that is the goal of our program.
OUTCOMES: Our MSP Scholars continue to thrive at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The average for GPA's is 2.807, with one student having a 3.547 for the fall semester. That is quite an accomplishment for each of our students. Our retention and educational quality is a priority for our MSP scholars.
DISSEMINATION ACTIVITIES: Our MSP scholars will be asked to share the impact of the program as they get closer to graduation.
FUTURE INITIATIVES: The MSP scholars will be encouraged to take our Employment Seminar through the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources. It is a one hour course that covers all aspects of getting a job, cover letter, resume, researching a company, mock interviews and an etiquette dinner. The class prepares our students to interview with companies in their career choice and the knowledge can be used the rest of their lives.
Impacts
I know the MSP Scholars feel very successful in the academic career. Jared has come to me for letters of reference for numerous scholarship applications and grant applications that he is currently applying for; he has a top notch application and I applaud him. Amanda's mother was there to push her academically. She has almost completed her freshman year and she knows that her mother was right - in pursuing a degree.
Publications
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Progress 12/15/05 to 12/15/06
Outputs
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Multicultural Scholars Program has completed a very successful year. At this time, we have 3 MSP Scholars enrolled as full time students. Monique and Jared are both freshmen and Animal Science majors. Angel is a transfer student who has an Associate's Degree from Northeast Community College at Norfolk, NE.
PRODUCTS: I meet regularly with our MSP scholars. We have had dinner together and gone bowling so that the scholars get to know each other. The freshmen students are in the Dean's Scholars in Experiential Leadership (DSEL), a freshman leadership seminar for the students in the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (CASNR). Jared completed AGRI 103 - Introduction to Agriculture and Natural Resource Systems with Library 110 incorporated in the course (required) and he received an A-. Monique is currently enrolled in AGRI 103. AGRI 103 is required for freshmen and sophomores so Angel is not required to take it. The MSP scholars have begun development of their resume with the help of the CASNR Career Specialist.
OUTCOMES: Currently, all thee of the MSP scholars are successful in their academic majors, none are on academic probation. We are currently working on their four year plans so that they stay on track for graduation. All are members of the Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences (MANRR) Chapter at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and are looking at attending the National MANRRS Conference in Birmingham, AL.
DISSEMINATION ACTIVITIES: Dissemination activities will begin at the end of the first academic year for our MSP scholars. A progress report is filed with the Dean of the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources after each MSP group meeting, updating him on the progress and success of each MSP scholar.
FUTURE INITIATIVES: The MSP Scholars will be encouraged to enroll in AGRI 388 - Employment Seminar to learn about job search techniques, cover letters and resumes, mock interviews and networking. MSP scholars will also be matched with faculty and begin research projects in their academic major. Research can be presented at professional meetings and at the National MANRRS Conference. The MSP scholars will be matched with industry representatives as an industry mentor. The industry mentors will be able to host job shadowing for our MSP scholars and provide internship information. MSP Scholars to complete at least one internship as an MSP Scholar.
Impacts
The MSP Scholars have had a very successful first semester at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Jared stated: The MSP Program has allowed me to save money that can be used for future use when I continue my education in a Master's Program. It allows me to cut down on tuition costs and allows me to use money that I was going to use on tuition for schooling down the road. This program has benefited me greatly and I am glad to be apart of it.
Publications
- No publications reported this period
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