Scholars Communities
CEHS Advantage Scholars
The College of Education and Human Sciences (CEHS) is committed to enhancing individuals, families, schools and communities. Programs of study associated with this community range from teacher preparation to textiles to nutrition and athletic training to developing strong families. Students in this invited community will study with others who share the college's vision of academic excellence, commitment and professional success.
The overarching goal of the Community is to develop engaged, successful graduates by building professional and ethical competence into career development. CEHS programs provide the knowledge and job-specific competency needed. Each student will engage in focused coursework that enhances their skills and talents while developing professional skills universally sought by employers--problem solving, teamwork, leadership, creativity and communication.
Classes will support both academic requirements and professional development. Suggested professional development classes include: EDPS 337 Leadership Development; CEHS 200 Families, Schools and Community; EDPS 209 Strategies for Academic Success. Students will be expected to develop a plan to prepare them for a successful transition into their selected professional career choice.
For more information, contact Karen Kassembaum at 402-472-0695 or kkassembaum@unl.edu.
EN Thompson International Scholars
Working closely with the EN Thompson Forum on World Issues, this community is designed to provide talented students from all disciplines with an opportunity to explore world issues, engage in community service, and begin grappling with the complexity of being a global citizen. Prospective Thompson Scholars can except to be challenged through honors level coursework, thoughtful dialogue and experience with students around the world via real-time global classrooms.
If you have an ACT of 27 or above watch your mail for more information regarding this opportunity.
For more information, contact AnnMarie Williams at 402-472-0698 or awilliams6@unl.edu.
Justin Smith Morrill Scholars: Engaging, Serving, and Leading
The Justin Smith Morrill Scholars program draws upon the life experience, experiences and accomplishments of Justin Smith Morrill, author of the Land-Grand College Acts of 1862 and 1890, to teach students to embrace and engage in life-long interdisciplinary "renaissance" learning and education, advance the public good through social and civic engagements and service, exhibit and model the qualities of a successful leader, and act in a leadership role when and where needed and appropriate, and to appreciate and articulate the importance of the Land-Grant College Acts and the role of the Land-Grant University in the modern era. Our students are committed to becoming responsible, independent citizens who are intellectually curious, articulate, confident and resourceful.
For more information, contact Dr. Harvey at 402-472-0232 or feharvey1@unl.edu.
Melvin W. Jones Scholars
This community is a living legacy to the late Melvin Jones, a vice chancellor whose life exemplified leadership, civic engagement, and integrity. Jones Scholars focus on the development of leadership, academic excellence, and serving others. Open to all students, this community is aligned with the University's goals of recruiting and retaining a diverse student body. For more information, contact University Admissions at 402-472-2023.
William H. Thompson Scholars
This program is specifically designed for UNL students who have been awarded a scholarship from the Susan T. Buffett Foundation. Students receiving this scholarship are automatically a member of the William H. Thompson Scholars. Students will be co-enrolled in two courses per semester, have the opportunity to live with other William H. Thompson Scholars and engage in a variety of student experiences outside of the classroom as well. To learn about student eligibility as well as the application process for the Susan T. Buffett Foundation Scholarship, please visit Buffetscholarships.org.
For more information on the William H. Thompson Scholars, contact Demoine Adams at (402) 472-5523 or dadams7@unl.edu or June Griffin at (402) 472-1886 or june.griffin@gmail.com.
Women in Leadership Scholars
Prepare for lifelong success through the Women in Leadership (WIL) scholars program! Join scholars who explore the evolving dynamics of women in leadership on a local, national, and international basis. The WIL scholars program provides opportunities for leadership skill development, community networking, civic engagement, and career exploration. As a scholar you will focus on developing your intrapersonal and interpersonal skills (e.g. professionalism, communication, finances, life balance, organization, decision making, negotiation, conflict resolution, and wellness). Prepare for the journey through college, prepare for life; become a WIL scholar.
For more information, contact AnnMarie Williams at 402-472-0698 or awilliams6@unl.edu.
