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Today marked the first annual Summer Programs Symposium at Barnard College, an opportunity for students to present original faculty-mentored research and reflect on internships and leadership engagements from this past summer. Represented across the day were initiatives supported by the Laidlaw Foundation, Bridgewater Associates, and GRoW @ Annenberg. Three key takeaways from impressive presentations from students: 1) The transformative potential of research and experiential educational opportunities completed in the first half of an undergraduate experience: students in their first and second year of college grow tremendously, not only because of their early engagement in scholarship across disciplines, but also because of the relationships with mentors among faculty, staff, alums, professionals in the field — and (the most underrated) — with fellow students. 2) The power of collaborations with external partners that understand the importance of giving time and resources for students to grow and learn at their own pace: we're lucky to have the support of Laidlaw, Bridgewater, and GRoW @ Annenberg, who all designed programs that allow students flexibility to determine their own path. 3) The value of deep and intentional faculty/staff collaborations in the creation of campus programs. I can't imagine embarking on these efforts without faculty leaders like Sharon Harrison, Rebecca Wright, Daniela De Silva, Rajiv Sethi, Paul Scolieri, and Joan Snitzer — nor without staff at Beyond Barnard, the Athena Center for Leadership at Barnard College, and across campus. From the beginning, these initiatives were designed to require faculty/staff integration — and it makes a tremendous difference in the execution of meaningful programs. Thanks to everyone for a fantastic summer, and a great day! There's a lot to be learned from your hard work and creativity in the facilitation of these opportunities.

Learn more about work done this summer by NYU Wagner fellows!

In today's Q&A, we speak with Mason Read,  a computer science undergrad at UC Irvine, about his experience interning at Galois. Give it a read here: https://lnkd.in/e3v453yk

Talent pipeline starts here!

Applications for our undergraduate #SummerPlacements are still open! 🎉 Our placements are designed to give you an insight into the world of science research at STFC and help you #DiscoverWhatsPossible. You can find links to more information about both projects, as well as how to apply, in the comments below 👇 Wondering what it would be like? Watch this video 📺 to hear how some of our 2023 Summer Students found their experience, and what advice they have to those looking to apply.

🔎 ➡️ Did you know Fordham University students take on internships at the United Nations, are mentored by CEOs of Fortune 500 companies, and earn prestigious Fulbright Fellowships to continue their studies and work around the world? Learn more about this featured college on CollegeXpress! #colleges #highered #highereducation #collegesanduniversities #collegesearch #collegeadmission #exploringcolleges #students #highschoolstudents #collegestudents

Local Business Partnerships: Investing in Tucson's Success! 🤝 We collaborated with over 300 individuals and formed partnerships with local organizations and businesses such as the City of Tucson, the Diocese of Tucson, HSL Properties, Jim Click Automotive, and Pima Community College to design our Bachelor of Arts in Management program. 🎯 Our goal? To help Tucson flourish by investing in its local population. Together, we're shaping a program tailored specifically to Tucson's needs and insights. 💼 Our local partners aren't just advisors; they actively contribute to the program through workshops, roundtables, mentorship, and guided internships, ensuring our students gain real-world experience. 🏫 Pima Community College Partnership: Enroll at Catholic University of America - Tucson and simultaneously join Pima Community College for the first two years of your B.A. in Management program. ✅ One Convenient Site: All in-person classes are held at CatholicU Tucson's location on Pima's Downtown Campus, fulfilling requirements at both institutions. 🎓 Two Powerful Degrees: Graduate with an associate's degree from PCC and the prestigious B.A. in Management from CatholicU Tucson, doubling your academic achievements. 💪 Twice the Support and Services: Benefit from PCC's comprehensive range of student services, career guidance, and vibrant student activities throughout your program. 🌟 Together, we're empowering students to make a positive impact in Tucson and beyond. Join us on this exciting journey toward success! • • • #TucsonBusinessCommunity #LocalCollaboration #SupportLocalBusinesses #PartnershipMatters #TucsonPride #CommunityDrivenEducation #StudentOpportunities #BusinessNetworking #CareerDevelopment #InternshipProgram #LocalEconomy #BuildingConnections #TucsonLeadership #EducationForAll

Navigating the journey to an undergraduate degree is complex, especially for first-generation students. At the Whitman School of Management, we recognize these challenges and are committed to providing tailored support through our Whitman First Program.🎓 With the surge in first-generation enrollment, up from 12% to 19% in just one year, our program aims to foster a sense of belonging and provide essential mentorship. Lindsay Quilty, our Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Programs, highlights the importance of this initiative: "Whitman is committed to student success, and being able to tailor the Whitman First Program, specifically to help our first-year students thrive in the business school environment, is important for the Whitman School." Our program pairs first-generation students with faculty or staff mentors who understand their journey firsthand. The Whitman First Program strategically addresses key challenges with formal sessions on financial awareness, internship opportunities, classroom technology and more. Through these initiatives, we not only affirm that it's okay to seek support but also equip our students with the skills, confidence and resources they need to succeed in academia and beyond. We're proud to be part of the movement to support first-generation students in their pursuit of higher education. Let’s unite in celebrating diversity, empowering our students and building a brighter future together.🌟 #FirstGenSuccess Read more of the article here: https://lnkd.in/enmWATrD

Michigan Tech is making waves! Among the nation’s public colleges and universities, Michigan Tech was named No. 2 on the list of Best Schools for Internships, No. 9 for Best Career Placement and No. 18 for Best Schools for Financial Aid. In the Best Value Colleges category, solely based on return on investment, or ROI, Michigan Tech was ranked No. 33. Learn more about out rankings by The Princeton Review. https://lnkd.in/gYKbNwKU

Thank you panelists, for your participation in our Undergrad Webinar Series “Destination USA”. Aaron Bixler- Miami University, Hannah Mee Eun Girman- University of Cincinnati and Nitina Chopra Dua- Shiv Nadar School to have contributed their insights on the topic “Navigating the American Education System for Bachelors in USA”. Key Insights: ▶ Emphasizing the strategic advantage of early applications to American universities, highlighting its impact on scholarship accessibility and course selection. ▶ The critical importance of a balanced approach in university selection, considering both accreditation and rankings. ▶ The necessity of initiating the profile-building process for U.S. universities as early as Class 9, coupled with insights on the flexible duration of U.S. degree completion. ▶ Illuminating the extensive opportunities available for undergraduate students in the U.S. to engage in work, internships, and research alongside their studies. Thank you for joining us! #CareerMosaic #BachelorsInUSA #StudyAbroad #AmericanEducation #InternationalEducation #StudentEnrollment #StudentRecruitment