Office of Graduate Access and Retention - October Newsletter
Upcoming GAR Events
Dr. Angela Neal-Barnett, Professor, Kent State University
Oct. 16 | 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. | CASE Auditorium
Being and "Only"—the only woman, the only person of color, the only one openly suffering from a mental or physical illness—can contribute to existing and promote the development of mental health issues. The event aims to provide insights and strategies for managing anxiety and enhancing leadership skills among students and faculty who classify as an "only" at CU Boulder.
Nov. 19 | 6 – 8 p.m. | Main Campus (full location shared after RSVP)
Join us for an evening of fun, networking, and relaxation at the Office of Graduate Access and Retention Game Night. This event is designed to foster connections and community among GAR fellows in a casual, enjoyable setting, encouraging participants to unwind and build lasting relationships with peers. Snacks provided.
Scholarships and Fellowships
SHAPE America has awarded scholarships to outstanding undergraduate and graduate student members majoring in the field of health, physical education, recreation or dance. The Ruth Abernathy Presidential Scholarship, developed by the past presidents of SHAPE America to honor deserving students, is awarded to three undergraduate students and two graduate students in January of each year. All scholarships are presented at the SHAPE America National Convention & Expo held in the spring.
Award: $1,750
Application Deadline: Oct. 15, 2024
The Armenian American Medical Society strongly believes in investing in our future healthcare professionals, who will play a crucial role in improving the health and well-being of our community. Each year, the Armenian American Medical Society awards scholarships to qualified Armenian students enrolled in various healthcare education programs, including medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing, mental health and allied health.
Award: $5,000
Application Deadline: Oct. 15, 2024