HNN September 20

Are you ready to move the world forward? Step one is getting involved, and we have lots of opportunity this week!

HONORS NEWS NETWORK

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

We're nearly a month in... How is your semester going?

Now, is a great time to take an inventory of where you are at this year.

Have you taken advantage of Honors College events? Are you reaching out and meeting new people? Don't be afraid to venture out of your comfort zone. There's a good chance you won't be the only one trying something new.

This week, marks our second "Building Blocks of Undergraduate Research" session. It's an important starting point for those new to research, so be sure to mark you calendar. You'll find full details in the newsletter below.

2017 Posters on the Hill

While we're talking research, there is also an amazing opportunity for students to apply to showcase their work on Capitol Hill through the Council on Undergraduate Research. In this competitive event, students will travel to Washington D.C., talk to congressional members, meet with their representative and learn about advocacy for undergraduate research. Posters on the Hill is accepting applications until November 2.

In 2016, 60 top projects were selected out of hundreds of applications. Purdue has done well in the past at this event and we are hoping to have a presence in D.C. again.

Click HERE to learn more.

Friday, Sept. 23 marks Family Weekend at the Honors College and we are expecting a big crowd. During the open house, families will hear a message from the dean, meet students, faculty and staff, and take tours of the building.

(4-6 p.m. Honors Hall)

Student Spotlight

Honors student explores leadership while living at George Washington's Mount Vernon estate

Most of us see historic sights as a visitor, Claire Lee had the opportunity to be fully immersed.

This summer, she stepped right into history as part of the Mount Vernon Leadership Fellows program. The junior was among 16 scholars from all over the country selected for the six-week, fully-paid experience.

Click HERE to read more about her adventures and find out how you can apply.

EVENT CALENDAR

Wednesday, Sept. 21:

Building Blocks of Undergraduate Research

11:30-12:30pm Honors Hall

Thursday, Sept. 22

Cultural Companions Mixer at Dean Phillips's home

5:30pm Welcome Desk in HCRN

Friday, Sept. 23

Family Weekend

4:00-6:00pm Honors Hall

Friday, Sept. 23

Discovery Park Open House and Convergence Conference

Noon-5:30pm Burton D. Morgan Building

Sunday, Sept. 25

Leadership Toolbox: Being the Best You

3:00-4:00pm North Learning Studio 1143

Sunday, Sept. 25

Honors Etiquette Dinner

6:00pm Honors Hall

NISO WEEK: INFO SESSIONS

Monday, Sept. 19:

Critical Language Scholarship Info Session

5:00-5:45pm HCRS 1054 RSVP

Boren Scholarship Info Session

5:45-6:30pm HCRS 1054 RSVP

Gilman Scholarship Info Session

6:30-7:15pm HCRS 1054 RSVP

Tuesday, Sept. 20:

Goldwater/Astronaut Scholarships Info Session

5:30-6:15pm HCRS 1054 RSVP

Rhodes/Marshall/Mitchell/Gates Cambridge/Churchill/Schwarzman Info Session

6:15-7:00pm HCRS 1054 RSVP

Wednesday, Sept. 21:

Udall Scholarship Info Session

5:30-6:15pm HCRS 1054 RSVP

Truman Scholarship Info Session

6:15-7:00pm HCRS 1054 RSVP

Thursday, Sept. 22:

Beinecke Scholarship Info Session

5:30-6:15pm HCRS 1054 RSVP

Fulbright U.S. Student Program

6:15-7:00pm HCRS 1054 RSVP

Friday, Sept. 23:

Goldwater/Astronaut Scholarships Info Session

10:30-11:30 am HCRS 1054 RSVP

Udall Scholarship Info Session

11:30-12:30pm HCRS 1054 RSVP

Truman Scholarship Info Session

12:30-1:30pm HCRS 1054 RSVP

Beinecke Scholarship Info Session

1:30-2:30pm HCRS 1054 RSVP

Gilman Scholarship Info Session

2:30-3:30pm HCRS 1054 RSVP

Wednesday, Sept. 28:

CV/Resume Workshop

5:30-6:30pm HCRS 1054 RSVP

One week, 14 Scholarships, unlimited opportunity

NISO SCHOLARSHIPS WEEK

Prestigious scholarships can open doors and forge futures, so gear up for a VERY busy week of informational meetings. This is the one time of year where you can attend sessions to learn about all 14 scholarships and grants.

C ome talk with Purdue's National and International Scholarships Office about what it takes to apply, what you'll gain in the process and how these highly selective awards can help your professional development.

We know you're curious...

Find out which award fits you! NISO can walk you through each scholarship.

Goldwater
Astronaut
Beinecke
Udall
Truman
Gilman
Boren
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Rhodes/Mitchell/Marshall/Gates Cambridge/Churchill/Schwarzman

Many applications begin at this time of year. Click HERE for the full schedule.

Feel lost when it comes to getting started in research? Don't miss the Building Blocks of Research sessions. They are your one-stop-shop and the PLACE TO BE when it comes to preparing yourself to complete your scholarly project.

First-year students, you may recall these sessions were mentioned during your orientation. Please attend!

CLA/Ed/HHS your session is coming up Oct. 7

(noon-1 pm Honors Hall)

This page is also a great research resource.


	Photo courtesy: Michael Takeda

Honors Etiquette Dinners

Special guest Anthony Cawdron, the House Manager for "Westwood" the official residence of the president of Purdue, will be guiding students through a full three course meal.

His presentation will cover general dining and business etiquette, as well as professional conduct.

Sunday, Sept. 25

Honors Hall

6 p.m.

Please RSVP HERE by noon on Wednesday, Sept. 21.

Facebook LIVE: Let's chat!

Purdue University will be doing a live Facebook chat from the Honors Hall this Wednesday at 2:15 p.m.

Have a burning question about honors? Curious about the vision behind the Honors College and Residences? The construction process? Need an explanation of honors contracting? This is your chance to ask online and get instant feedback. You can talk with:

Dean Rhonda Phillips
Assistant Dean of Research and Creative Endeavors, Kris Bross
Resident Education Assistant, Mark Aronson

Click on this icon on Wednesday to follow along:

And be sure to SHARE the live chat with friends who may be interested in the Honors College or family members.

Leadership Toolbox: Being the Best You

Have you ever wondered what kind of message you are sending when you meet an employer, professor or classmate?

This session will show you how to put your best foot forward when making that all-important first impression.

Join Professor Joel Ebarb in the North Learning Studio 1143.

Sunday, Sept. 25

3:00-4:00 pm

Purdue's Discovery Park is inviting you to explore...

This Friday, Sept. 23 Discovery Park is holding an Open House and Convergence Conference.

Considered an open innovation laboratory for transdisciplinary collaboration, Discovery Park is focused on the challenges of global health, global conflict and security, as well as those that lie at the nexus of sustainable energy, world food supply, water and the environment.

What can you expect?

Hors d'oeuvres
TED-style talks (research innovations in neuroscience, nanotechnology and Purdue's innovation ecosystem)
A "Fireside Chat" on next generation electronics and sensors
Building tours
Demonstrations

Full agenda HERE

Cultural Companions

We are heading to Dean Phillips's home for our first mixer on Thursday, Sept. 22. Meet us by the "Welcome Desk" in HCRN for pick up at 5:30 p.m.