WEEK OF MARCH 9-13
JUNIORS: Fort Hays State University will be hosting their annual Tiger Mania on Monday, March 30, 2020. Any junior interested in learning more about FHSU, taking a tour of campus, and talking to representatives from their academic departments can sign up to attend. Students must register with Mrs. Sheldon by Monday, March 23rd. Permission forms will need to be filled out and returned no later than Wednesday, March 25th.
JUNIORS, SOPHOMORES, & FRESHMEN: The University of Kansas will be hosting Project Discovery a week long, intensive camp for high school students. Campers choose from different engineering disciplines and work closely with KU faculty and graduate students as they complete a hands-on project. Students interested need to visit www.engr.ku.edu/camps for additional information. Students need to register by April 1, 2020 to receive a $100 discount.
JUNIORS, SOPHOMORES, & FRESHMEN: Kansas State is hosting a free event for students who want to explore the field of engineering. Engineering Day will be Friday, April 17, 2020. Students who are interested in the engineering program need to register by April 13 at engg.k-state.edu/engineering-day.
SOPHOMORES, JUNIORS, & SENIORS: The University of Kansas is hosting the 2020 Summer Venture in Business for any 10th, 11th, or 12th grade students who are interested. Students will learn about aspects of the college experience both in and out of the classroom, and will gain access to academic resources and opportunities at KU. In addition to exposing participants to business topics, Summer Venture aims to equip students with the tools and knowledge for how to apply to the university, succeed in college, and prosper in their careers. Summer Venture in Business will be held May 31-June 2, 2020. Students interested must have at least a 3.0 GPA and apply by April 19, 2020. Please see Mrs. Sheldon for more information.
SOPHOMORES: Kansas State University will be hosting their annual For Sophomores Only experience on April 17-18, 2020, in conjunction with the All-University Open House. Sophomores interested will hear current students share their college experiences, learn about the degree programs offered on campus, and parents will get to talk with admissions and financial aid representatives. If interested, please register at k-state.com/FSO.
SOPHOMORES & JUNIORS: Fort Hays State University is proud to announce the fifth annual Hispanic College Institute (HCI)--the only program of its kind in the state of Kansas. This is a unique opportunity to assist high school sophomore and junior Hispanic and Latino students to pursue their educational and personal goals. The Hispanic College Institute will be held June 17-20, 2020 on the FHSU campus. This 4 day/3 night program is uniquely designed to serve the future leaders of Kansas. Hispanic and Latino professionals from across the United States will be participating as mentors, role models, and presenters. This is a FREE opportunity to gain skills in critical thinking, professional development, confidence building, college admissions and financial process, and fostering a supportive community. Students that are interested need to apply at www.fhsu.edu/hci before May 1, 2020. They only take 100 applicants, so apply early!
STUDENTS: Lang Diesel Inc. is offering a TechUp ToolUp Scholarship & Tool Allowance Program. This is financial assistance for both tuition and tools for qualified students entering a two-year diesel tech program. LDI will purchase the standard toolbox and tools listed on the program’s recommended tool list, up to 10,000. They will also help pay up to 100% of a student’s tuition, depending on their GPA for semesters 2-4. Students who are interested MUST be willing to commit to a 36-month work term post-graduation. For more information, please see Mrs. Sheldon.
JUNIORS: Fort Hays State University will be hosting their annual Tiger Mania on Monday, March 30, 2020. Any junior interested in learning more about FHSU, taking a tour of campus, and talking to representatives from their academic departments can sign up to attend. Students must register with Mrs. Sheldon by Monday, March 23rd. Permission forms will need to be filled out and returned no later than Wednesday, March 25th.
JUNIORS, SOPHOMORES, & FRESHMEN: The University of Kansas will be hosting Project Discovery a week long, intensive camp for high school students. Campers choose from different engineering disciplines and work closely with KU faculty and graduate students as they complete a hands-on project. Students interested need to visit www.engr.ku.edu/camps for additional information. Students need to register by April 1, 2020 to receive a $100 discount.
JUNIORS, SOPHOMORES, & FRESHMEN: Kansas State is hosting a free event for students who want to explore the field of engineering. Engineering Day will be Friday, April 17, 2020. Students who are interested in the engineering program need to register by April 13 at engg.k-state.edu/engineering-day.
SOPHOMORES, JUNIORS, & SENIORS: The University of Kansas is hosting the 2020 Summer Venture in Business for any 10th, 11th, or 12th grade students who are interested. Students will learn about aspects of the college experience both in and out of the classroom, and will gain access to academic resources and opportunities at KU. In addition to exposing participants to business topics, Summer Venture aims to equip students with the tools and knowledge for how to apply to the university, succeed in college, and prosper in their careers. Summer Venture in Business will be held May 31-June 2, 2020. Students interested must have at least a 3.0 GPA and apply by April 19, 2020. Please see Mrs. Sheldon for more information.
SOPHOMORES: Kansas State University will be hosting their annual For Sophomores Only experience on April 17-18, 2020, in conjunction with the All-University Open House. Sophomores interested will hear current students share their college experiences, learn about the degree programs offered on campus, and parents will get to talk with admissions and financial aid representatives. If interested, please register at k-state.com/FSO.
SOPHOMORES & JUNIORS: Fort Hays State University is proud to announce the fifth annual Hispanic College Institute (HCI)--the only program of its kind in the state of Kansas. This is a unique opportunity to assist high school sophomore and junior Hispanic and Latino students to pursue their educational and personal goals. The Hispanic College Institute will be held June 17-20, 2020 on the FHSU campus. This 4 day/3 night program is uniquely designed to serve the future leaders of Kansas. Hispanic and Latino professionals from across the United States will be participating as mentors, role models, and presenters. This is a FREE opportunity to gain skills in critical thinking, professional development, confidence building, college admissions and financial process, and fostering a supportive community. Students that are interested need to apply at www.fhsu.edu/hci before May 1, 2020. They only take 100 applicants, so apply early!
STUDENTS: Lang Diesel Inc. is offering a TechUp ToolUp Scholarship & Tool Allowance Program. This is financial assistance for both tuition and tools for qualified students entering a two-year diesel tech program. LDI will purchase the standard toolbox and tools listed on the program’s recommended tool list, up to 10,000. They will also help pay up to 100% of a student’s tuition, depending on their GPA for semesters 2-4. Students who are interested MUST be willing to commit to a 36-month work term post-graduation. For more information, please see Mrs. Sheldon.