 News and Events at Continuing Education
June 2008English Language Institute Begins '08 Explore Utah Summer Program June 16 - More than just a trip, ELI's summer program allows students to immerse themselves in a new culture, study and refine their English language skills, and make lifelong friends as they visit scenic locations around the state. It's the perfect opportunity to gain a world-class education from The University of Utah and explore a region like no other place in the world. This summer's short-term program begins July 7. Check us out online for more information! Fall Term Noncredit Academic Classes Now Online June 18 - Always wanted to take a University class but didn't want to worry about grades and tests? Noncredit classes through Continuing Ed's Academic Noncredit program allow you to do just that, and at a lower cost than most regular college classes. Visit our website to browse the many available subject areas, and register today to learn something new this fall! Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Receives $1M Endowment June 12 - After four years of generous grant support from the Bernard Osher Foundation, our Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at the U has been granted a $1 million endowment from the Foundation to help sustain our operations into the indefinite future. OLLI at the U is one of the truly exemplary organizations in the state for active learners 50 and over. For more information about membership and fall classes, visit www.continue.utah.edu/osher today! U of U Awarded Endowment for Re-Entry Scholarships June 10 - The University of Utah was recently awarded a $1 million endowment from the Bernard Osher Foundation to fund scholarship opportunities for students to return to their college studies after being away from school for more than 3 years. This initiative is a partnership between Continuing Education and University College in Student Affairs. The Osher Reentry Scholarship Program funds 25 scholarships for students from throughout the state of Utah with financial need between the ages of 25 and 50 whose collegiate studies were interrupted for several years and who now wish to resume their studies and complete a four-year baccalaureate degree. Apply for the Osher Reentry Scholarship. New Development Officer and Grant Writer Announced June 2 - Continuing Ed is pleased to announce that Jennifer Mabey will be the new Continuing Education Development Officer. Jennifer will help craft a strategy to meet our significant and growing development needs, and will also continue to coordinate the AMES Program (the Academy of Math, Engineering, and Science at Cottonwood High School). Jennifer has development work experience in a number of settings, and her familiarity with and passion for the important work done here will serve us well. April Cordova, former part-time Development Officer, will continue in a part-time grant writing position. Her expertise and familiarity with our mission will be invaluable as we move forward with a new, larger, development mandate. Open House and Free Workshop Announced for the Nonprofit Academy at the U June 4 - On July 17, 2008, from 8:30-10:00 am, the Nonprofit Academy for Excellence will host an Open House and offer 2 free workshops: Funding Your Professional Development Strategy and 6 Ways to Become an Effective Board Member. Events will take place at the U of U Murray Campus, 5282 S. 320 W. RSVP requested. Call 801-585-1780 or email your name, company, and daytime phone number to proed@aoce.utah.edu. For more information about the Nonprofit Academy, please visit our home page. Youth Education Nominated for Nickelodeon Parents' Picks Award June 2 - Youth Education at the U has been nominated in the 1st Annual Parents' Picks Awards! Vote for us at www.ParentsConnect.com/ParentsPicks. Return as often as you want to complete your ballot, vote in another category, or track how your favorites are doing. Thanks for your support! See older news items... |
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