For the week of March 3, 2008
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COLLEGE REPRESENTATIVES Wednesday, March 5 – (A Day) See Mrs. Grazziano for a pass. |
UNL MATH PLACEMENT EXAM
Don’t forget to register for the UNL Math Placement Exam!! Wednesday, April 2 is the one time opportunity to take the math placement exam here at Millard South. Total testing time is about 45 minutes. The exam will be held at 8:00 AM (note the time change) in the Lecture Hall. The registration deadline is Friday, March 6 . See Mrs. Grazziano in the Counseling Center to register.
Upcoming March On-Campus Events Doane College – March 7 |
$$ Scholarship $$ |
Deadline Watch:
| Scholarship | Due Date |
| Millard Rotary | February 29, 2008 |
| Suburban Rotary | February 29, 2008 |
| Sertoma Club/Nursing | February 29, 2008 |
| ORA | February 29, 2008 |
| Ak-Sar-Ben IAAP | March 1, 2008 |
| ACACIA | March 1, 2008 |
| NAPM | March 1, 2008 |
| Am. Legion/M.Jensen | March 1, 2008 |
| Isaacson/UNO | March 1, 2008 |
| IIAN/Linder Mem. | March 1, 2008 |
| Davis Fnd. | March 1, 2008 |
| CCC | March 1, 2008 |
| CRI Amputee | March 1, 2008 |
| Om. Arch/Women | March 3, 2008 |
| Millard Ed. Para. Assoc | March 7, 2008 |
| USA Today/SAMMY | March 7, 2008 |
| Peru Music | March 7, 2008 |
| PDK | March 8, 2008 |
| Offutt/OOSC | March 8, 2008 |
MORE $$$ FOR MILLARD SOUTH
The Millard Educational Paraprofessional Association is offering a $500 scholarship to a graduate from Millard South. To be eligible you must have attended Millard South your junior and senior year and have participated in school/community activities. See the rack. Deadline: March 7, 2008.
GOT MILK?
America ’s Milk Processors and USA TODAY are offering the 10 th annual “Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year” (SAMMY 2008) Award Program. The purpose of this program is to recognize scholar athletes. You must apply online at www.bodybymilk.com. Deadline: March 7, 2008.
PERU + MUSIC = $$$
There are two music scholarship opportunities for students planning to attend Peru State College. One scholarship is for a student participating in the and one will be for a student majoring in music. See the rack for an application. Deadline: March 7, 2008.
PHI DELTA KAPPA
The Phi Delta Kappa International is awarding scholarships to prospective educators. You must be a high school senior intending to pursue an education career. See the rack for an application. Deadline: March 8, 2008.
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Exploration Day
Saturday, March 29th at 9:30 am
The Exploration Day offers students the opportunity to learn more about all of their undergraduate and graduate majors, tour campus, learn about financial aid, and visit with current students. Reservations are required by calling 1-800-742-7844.
More UNL Opportunities Fire Protection Program
There is always a demand for fire protection specialists. Technological changes in industrial and construction workplaces, as well as concerns for the environment have only increased the need. UNL offers associates and bachelor’s degree options in fire protection. These degrees are offered through UNL’s College of Engineering but taught at UNO’s Peter Kiewit Institute. This program trains students for a variety of careers. Interested??? Visit http://extended.unl.edu/fire/.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!
Omaha College Affaire
Thursday, March 27
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Millard North High School
More information forthcoming.
Iowa Western Community |
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MONEY FROM THE MILITARY
The Offutt Officers’ Spouses’ Club Charitable Association will award two $1,000 academic scholarships. To be eligible, you must be a military dependent (active duty, retired, deceased, officer, or enlisted) or a dependent of GS-7 or above employed or retired from employment at Offutt Air Force Base or assigned to a local military unit serviced by Offutt Air Force Base. See the rack. Deadline: March 8, 2008.
ATTENTION ANIMAL LOVERS!!
Are you interested in working in the field of animal health, nutrition, or the pet industry? Then the Oxbow’s High School Senior – Animal Interest Scholarship is for you. You must be a graduating senior and attending a college or university in the fall. Check out the application online at www.oxbowhay.com. Deadline: March 10, 2008.
PLANNING ON CONSTRUCTION??
The National Association of Women in Construction Greater Omaha Chapter #116 is offering a college scholarship to those students planning on going into the field of construction. Please see the application for all of the details. Deadline: March 14, 2008.
NURSING $$$ OPPORTUNITY!!
The Metro Omaha Chapter of Oncology Nursing Society will be awarding two $500 nursing scholarships. You must be planning to major in nursing, have a 3.25+ GPA and have participated in school and community activities. See the rack! Deadline: March 14, 2008.
LOOKING AT A CAREER IN HR??
The Human Resource Association of the Midlands (HRAM) Diversity Committee is offering a $500 to students who are interested in pursuing a human resource career. See the application for all the details. Deadline: March 15, 2008.
OPPORTUNITY FOR MINORITY STUDENTS!!
Fraser Stryker is again offering the Fraser Stryker Diversity Scholarship Program for Omaha seniors. This scholarship was designed to assist African-American, Asian, Latino and Native American students who plan to pursue a career in law. You must have 24+ ACT or 1650 SAT, be in the top 20% of your class and have financial need. See the rack for all of the information. Deadline: March 14, 2008.