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December
2007
 
Hey All,
I just want to
give you a
couple of
updates from the
UBMS office.
Things have been
a little hectic
for Steve,
Sarah, and Tina
but we have all
pushed through
everything and
still try to
keep the holiday
spirit. Our
Annual
Performance
Report is due on
December 31st
so we have been
VERY busy trying
to get all of
the necessary
information from
our alumni and
your guidance
counselors. I
hope to see each
of you at the
December
activity on the
15th.
We have some
really great
things planned
for that
afternoon. We
will have two
presenters in
the morning and
our gift
exchange and
other Christmas
activities
following
lunch.
Winter Retreat
preparations are
in the works. I
have been
looking at a
couple of
different places
and have been
searching for
some activities
and a college
visit. After
the final date
and location has
been set, I will
be sending out
permission forms
to those who are
eligible. Those
must be returned
back to me as
soon as possible
to secure your
spot. Winter
Retreat is
typically at the
end of February
so next month
will be rather
busy for all of
us here at SSU
as we prepare
for the retreat
as well as begin
selecting new
students. The
recruiting dates
will also be
announced soon.
I would like to
have a couple of
you from each
school join me
in the
presentations
and help share
the UBMS
experience.
Also, begin
talking to your
friends and
encourage them
to apply so we
can have a
really good pool
of candidates.
The application
deadline will be
on February 1st.
Seniors—I hope
that you are in
the process of
narrowing down
your colleges
and filling out
as many
scholarship
forms that come
into your
sight. You can
never apply for
too many and if
you need any
recommendation
letters, I will
gladly help.
All that I ask
is that you give
me a couple days
in advance.
When you send me
a request,
please let me
know what the
letter is for
(college
admission,
scholarship,
etc.) and also
include some of
your in-school
and
out-of-school
activities. If
you guys need
any help with
anything, let me
know and if I
can’t help you I
will find
someone that
can. Do not
wait until the
last minute.
Pay close
attention to
deadlines!
And lastly, I
want to wish all
of you a very
Merry
Christmas.
Although I may
get on you about
homework and
your eligibility
requirements, I
want you to know
how thankful I
am for the job
that I have and
the opportunity
I’m given to
work with such
great students
and wonderful
people. I don’t
want to see
anyone miss out
on anything
because of a
simple
assignment, so I
continue to
remind you week
after week. We
are going to
have a lot of
fun this year
and the upcoming
summer. I want
you ALL to be
there. Have a
good Christmas
and a safe New
Year.
Happy Holidays!
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Hey
everyone, Christmas is around the corner. You know what that
means right? Soon, classes will not be in session. Try to
keep your spirits high and make sure you stay on top of your
work. I know that we're all probably having sugar plums
dancing in our heads (or presents possibly), but we have to
be good. You can be sure that Santa's checking his list,
especially to see if you've done the monthly homework (wink,
wink). Remember that if you need help, Santa always has his
little helpers. Whenever you do get around to Christmas
vacation though, don't forget to take the time to enjoy the
season. I wish all of you a very Merry Christmas and a
Happy New Year!
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Scholarship
Opportunities
Institute for Humane
Studies Academic Writing Competition–
Deadline
January 31, 2008
The Institute for Humane
Studies Undergraduate Academic Writing Competition
is open to undergraduate students. To enter the
contest you must submit an essay on the topic: "What
factors lead to prosperity, progress and human
flourish." Essays must be between 600 and 2500
words.
http://www.theihs.org/grants_and_contest/id.908/default.asp
Ronald Reagan Future Leaders Program-Deadline
January 15, 2008
The Ronald Reagan Future Leaders Program is open
to students who demonstrate leadership on behalf of the cause of
freedom, American values and constitutional principles. This program
recognizes outstanding young leaders on campus and in the community
who are making significant, positive differences to promote American
values on their college campus. To be eligible, you must be a U.S.
citizen and be enrolled full-time and in good standing at any
accredited, four-year degree-granting institution in the United
States or its territories. An essay describing your background,
educational and career objectives, leadership and achievements,
among other criteria, will be required. Finally, you will be asked
to submit at least two letters of recommendation.
http://www.thephillipsfoundation.org/
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Homework
Assignment
Remember, it is essential we
receive your assignment. If you fail to complete
any assignment, you may be considered ineligible for
college visits as well as the upcoming summer program.
This
month's assignment is to send us your New Year's
Resolution. We will publish some of your
resolutions in the upcoming January edition of
the newsletter. Also, email or snail mail
Steve your ideas for winter retreat.
Where would you like to go? What school
might you want to tour? This assignment
MUST be turned in by December 30th.
Assignments should be
sent to Steve's e-mail address:
scunningham@shawnee.edu
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UBMS
University Spotlight
of the Month:
Ohio Northern University
ONU at a GlanceProfile
Founded in 1871, Ohio Northern University is a private, comprehensive, United Methodist affiliated, liberal arts university. ONU is known for its solid educational programs and excellent networking connections with employers.
Campus
Safe, scenic, modern campus covers 300 acres in a town of 5,000 residents. Ada provides a small town atmosphere which compliments the friendly environment found on campus.
Students - 3,542 students
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3,202 - Undergraduate
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324 - Law
Social Life
Students choose from a variety of campus activities including; 150 student organizations, 4 National Sororities/6 National Fraternities, intramural & intercollegiate sports, music and theatrical events.
Faculty
- 207 full-time faculty members bring extensive academic, work, travel, and life experience to their classroom
- 83% of faculty with Ph.D. or Highest Degree
Athletics
The Polar Bears compete in the NCAA Division III-Ohio Athletic Conference. There are 21 varsity sports for men and women, beyond intramurals and club sports.
Class Size
- 13:1 student/faculty ratio
- Average class size: 25
Computers
Over 1,200 networked computers on campus. Internet access throughout campus and in each residence hall room.
Freshman Programs
All freshman take either a departmental or college orientation course or a Freshman Seminar Class, a course designated to ease the transition into college.
Calendar
The academic calendar is on a quarter system. A quarter consists of ten weeks of class and one week of finals.
Programs
Many students take the opportunity to double major and/or minor. ONU has over 70 majors and pre-professional options from which to choose.
College of Law
Founded in 1885, the Claude W. Pettit College of Law is the second oldest law school in Ohio and fully accredited by the American Bar Association.
Experience
Every major has the option to incorporate a co-op, summer job, study abroad or an internship within the college curriculum.
Career Services Center Works with students beginning the freshman year.
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For more information, visit Ohio
Northern's webpage at
www.onu.edu
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We will be
visiting the following schools to meet the new students and
welcome them into the program.
STAY TUNED!!
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UBMS Photo Page
Heather Holland
came up with the idea of sharing summer photos with one another
through the internet. She has setup a webpage through photobucket.com in which UBMS participants can share their photos
and order a CD of photos if they desire. The following are
directions and a link so that you can view and upload your own
photos.
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save your pictures to a folder on your computer
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go to
www.photobucket.com
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put in these two items:
sign in name:
UBMSSummerFUN
password:
2msfamily -
click on browse and find the folder your pictures
are in
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double click on the picture (it will bring you back
to the main page) then click submit
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it’ll take some time
depending on how fast or slow your computer is, but your picture
will load up there.
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keep adding pictures from the summer, the final
trip, anything to do with UBMS
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SAT/ACT Deadlines
2007-2008 SAT Test Dates
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Test Date |
Registration Deadline |
Late fee Required |
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December 1, 2007 |
October 30, 2007 |
November 8, 2007 |
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January 26, 2008 |
December 26, 2007 |
January 4, 2008 |
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March 1, 2008 |
January 29, 2008 |
February 7, 2008 |
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May 3, 2008 |
April1, 2008 |
April 10, 2008 |
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June 7, 2008 |
May 6, 2008 |
May 15, 2008 |
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2007-2008 ACT Test Dates
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Test Date |
Registration Deadline |
Late fee Required |
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December 8, 2007 |
November 2, 2007 |
Nov. 3-15, 2007 |
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February 9, 2007 |
January 4, 2008 |
January 5-18, 2008 |
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April 12, 2008 |
March 7, 2007 |
March 8-21, 20080 |
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June 14, 2008 |
May 9, 2008 |
May 10-23, 2008 |
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Birthdays
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December Birthdays |
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11 |
Kristin Duncan |
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12 |
Michael Lykins |
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17 |
Lacey Cultice |
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18 |
Tabbetha Loan |
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25 |
Steve Cunningham |
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30 |
Kylie Summers |
Student News
Got
News?!!
E-mail your
student news and we'll put your name in print!!
Amanda Pinkerman-Made
Senior Salute of the class of 2008 at South Point High
School. Amanda was selected from a pool of 40 to
represent the senior class of South Point throughout the
community. Congratulations Amanda!
Paige Mills-Made
National Honor Society. Way to go Paige!
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