The Transfer Connection
Greetings,
Most of us think about college as a means to a career, but I think it is more than that. Consider the following from Loius Schmier, professor of history at Valdosta State University, Georgia.
What is the purpose of higher education? Think I live in opaque, dreamy clouds? Well, stop smirking. Listen to Warren Buffet. He certainly has his feet on the ground. He told us: "In looking for people to hire, look for three qualities: integrity, intelligence and energy. But if they don't have the first, the other two will kill you." There are the three dimensions of higher education. Our mission must be to educate both the mind and heart, to develop both skills and ethics, to cultivate good professionals who are good people. Our purpose must be to help each student grow in her or his intellect and character, to help each of them to learn how both to do things right and to do the right things, to help each learn what is necessary for both a productive livelihood and a productive life.
What questions do you have as the semester nears the midpoint? Be sure to ask questions. Talk to your professors and TAs. Talk to your adviser. Talk to other students. And ask questions. If you are not sure where to go for information, email or call me or stop by 201 Seaton Hall. I'd love to hear from you!
EVENTS
Thursday, February 26, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Wick Alumni Center
What (Not) To Wear in the workplace
Let the Nebraska Alumni Association help you with a fun, free, and informative night of networking, snacks, and fashion advice, including a mini fashion show. You will leave much better equipped to dress for that coveted interview without committing any fashion faux pas. Register with photo of yourself to win a gift card.
http://www.huskeralum.com/students/whatnottowear.htm
Eating Awareness Week, February 23-27
http://health.unl.edu/students/education/nutrition/edaw/
Wednesday, March 4, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Nebraska Union Centennial Room
Conference on Women and Leadership
Leadership takes many forms. This day is for students who want to discover the leadership skills within themselves and to learn how they can shape their world, locally and globally. The conference aims to empower women and men to explore gender differences in leadership issues and opportunities. Register for the FREE Conference by Friday, February 27; Call 472-2597 to register.
JoAnn Moseman, M.A.
Academic Transfer Coordinator
Office of Undergraduate Studies
201 Seaton Hall
Lincoln, NE 68588-0683
TEL: 402-472-9455
www.unl.edu/ous/student_programs/transfer.shtml
http://transition.unl.edu/
jmoseman2@unl.edu
