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Upperclassmen Scholarship Application

Published by Genevieve Knab on October 24, 2011 in General News, Good Grades, Scholarship Info and Student Involvement Center. 0 Comments

If you are an upperclassman who has demonstrated exceptional involvement and service at SLU then you should apply to get a scholarship from the Student Government Association (SGA).

Each year the SGA has the opportunity to award five $1,000 scholarships to undergraduate upperclassmen . To apply you need to have at least a 3.0 cumulative G. P. A., have completed at least 60 credit hours, completed at least 2 semesters at SLU, and if you are not receiving a full tuition scholarship.

The application is online here. Once you have included a resume, two current letters of recommendation, and a short essay, the completed applications must be submitted to Cheryl Kaufman in the Student Involvement Center in BSC Suite 319 by 5:00 P.M. on Tuesday, November 1.

If you have any questions shoot the SGA Academic Vice President, Patrick Grillot, an email at pgrillot@slu.edu or sga@slu.edu. You can also check out the event website here.

 

Upperclassmen Scholarship Applications
Deadline: Tuesday, Nov. 1: 5:00p.m.
Student Involvement Center, BSC: Suite 319
free

 

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The McNair Fellows Program Holds an Open House on September 3 for Students Interested in Graduate Education

Published by Colin Shevlin on August 27, 2010 in Good Grades and Graduation. 0 Comments

The McNair Fellows Program is open to any SLU undergraduate student who is interested in graduate education. On Friday, September 3, at 3:30 PM the program will be holding an open house for students in room 123 of the Bauman Eberhardt Center. Michelle Parrinello-Cason with the program explains more:

The McNair Fellows Program is open to any SLU student (Freshman-Senior) who is interested in graduate education. We help prepare students for graduate studies by providing workshops on the application process, networking, and research.

The Fellows program is a part of the larger McNair Scholars Program which provides research and travel opportunities and funding to first-generation or underrepresented students. Participants in the McNair Fellows program will be given preferential application status to the Scholars Program.

Students who are interested in graduate school (or even just considering it as a possibility) should come by our Open House. They can learn more about the programming we provide and the opportunities available. Come enjoy some refreshments and meet other students considering graduate studies.

For more information, contact Michelle Parrinello-Cason at mcnair@slu.edu or at 314-977-2108.

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What does ‘Success’ mean to you?

Published by Laura Thomson on March 15, 2010 in Good Grades, On Campus, Student Development and Student Success Center. 0 Comments

What does ‘Success’ mean to you?

Become a fan of the SLU Student Success Center on Facebook and post your personal definitions of success.

By posting a definition, you will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win a $20 gift card for Barnes and Noble.  The winner will be announced Monday, March 29, 2010.

For more information and access to helpful online resources, podcasts, videos and more, visit the updated Student Success Center website at www.slu.edu/success.)

 

Take a Break and Ease Your Pre-Finals Jitters

Published by Colin Shevlin on December 4, 2009 in BSC Activities, Free Stuff, Good Grades and On Campus. 0 Comments

Several scientific studies have shown that final exams are hard. Take a break from the stress of a a looming week of studying with some events happening all over campus:

Reinert Hall will be hosting a very special presentation of “Elf” in its banquet rooms on Saturday, December 5 at 9 pm.  The four main food groups will be provided: candy, candy canes, candy corns, and syrup. Sponsored by Reinert and Billikens After Dark.

On Monday, December 7, SHAPE and Active Minds will set up a “Stress Free Zone” in the Knights Room in Pius Library. From 7-9 pm there will be food games, massages for a dollar a minute, and stress kits to take care of the stresses of the week.

Finally, Chartwells and the Residence Hall Association will be hosting their annual Midnight Breakfast on Monday, December 7, from 10 pm-12 am (the term “Midnight Breakfast” is used loosely) . Take a break from studying and head over the Griesedieck for breakfast and raffles every half hour. Don’t miss this semiannual Billiken tradition!

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Sharpen Your Study Skills Through the Student Success Center

Published by Colin Shevlin on November 3, 2009 in BSC Activities and Good Grades. 0 Comments

Are you looking for resources that will help you become a stronger student?

SLU now has an academic support website, devoted to help you strengthen their current study skills. Visit the website through the Student Success Center website, and click on “Academic Support.”

Also remember the remaining “Fridays at the Student Success Center” events! This Friday, November 6, get a jump start on finals by learning “Study Skills for Everybody.” Come by the Student Success Center (BSC suite 331) at noon. No RSVP required.

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