Build Your Leadership Confidence!
Plan to attend the annual UMA Leadership Conference Saturday 3/19 from 9 am to 3 pm, on the Augusta campus. The theme is: Lead, Follow or Get out of the Way! Free to all UMA students and $30.00 for guests. FMI: Laurie Murphy.
Expressions Night – Friday, March 25
Share your amazing talents with your fellow students on Friday, March 25th at 5:30PM. All types of personal expression are welcome. To sign up to perform at this event, email Mary Lynch at [log in to unmask].
Expressions Night will be dedicated to the memory of student Joshua Bowen, who thrived in the performing arts. Donations are appreciated but not necessary for the American Heart Association and/or the Make a Wish Foundation.
Explore Internships
Are you curious about how an internship experience might fit into your academic plan? Please come to a panel discussion on Friday, April 1st at noon at URock in room #403. Some URock students who are currently doing internships will talk about the enrollment process, the work experience and some do’s and don’ts. Internships are one of the best ways to build a resume so that when you graduate, you have a degree plus a strong work background. Check out the new link about internships on the URock web site! Registration for the panel event is appreciated but not nexessary.
Summer and Fall Registration
Course schedules are just about finalized for summer and fall 2011. Click here for registration dates across the UMaine System as well as current course listings. This is a good time to schedule an advising appointment so you are ready to go when registration opens.
URock the Vote!
Be an active part of the URock Community. Help plan activities and create a strong learning community! The Student Association will be holding elections in April. If you wish to take out nomination papers to run for the offices of President, VP, Treasurer or Secretary, pick up the forms at the office. Gather 15 student signatures to be put on the ballot. Voting will take place the week of April 11 – 15.
Mental Health Counseling Available on a Drop-In Basis
Richard Chalmers is doing a semester internship offering individual counseling to members of the URock community. This is a free and confidential service. If you need support with depression or anxiety, relationships or other matters which interfere with your personal growth and development, please contact Richard directly at 691-6062. If you forget to schedule an appointment, Richard will be available for drop in hours at URock Mon – Thursday from 12:00 noon – 1:00PM. Look for him in one of the faculty offices.
URock Apparel
Now you can order URock apparel online with our logo and the clothes (T-shirts, sweats, etc.) will be hand delivered to you at URock. Get ready for Spirit Week, April 11 – April 15.
Check Out Room #409, our “Learningful Space”
A new trend in higher education is called, “Collaborative Learning” and it depends heavily on creativity, cooperation and exploration. Room #409 is an ITV receive room but it has been converted to “learningful space” with comfy chairs, white boards and a computer that projects onto the large, flat screen. Its use may be scheduled online through Google calendar. Try it out. It’s ideal for study groups and group projects.
Commencement 2011
UMA has posted information about Commencement 2011 including protocol, caps and gowns, etc. Check out all you need to know about the May 14th event at the Augusta Civic Center. Remember to apply to graduate online.
Also please mark your calendars for Saturday, May 7th at 4:00PM for the URock Graduation Celebration. More details coming.
Leadership Roles Offer Scholarship Funds
There will be openings for leadership on the URock Student Association Board as well as within the URock/UMA Honors Program. If you are looking to get more involved in our student community (and build your resume) think about stepping up! These positions open up special scholarship and stipend situations and can earn you extra dollars. See Bev or Deb FMI.
Financial Aid
Scholarships that are based on financial eligibility require that the applicant submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to the federal processor. File your FAFSA as early as possible to qualify for the broadest range of funds.
Download the General Scholarships Information and Application. PLEASE NOTE: UMA extended its deadline on these scholarships to Friday, March 11.
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