MENTUR Project

The MENTUR Project facilitates several activities throughout the year for participants in the MENTUR Project.

If you would like to join in these activities, please complete an application for the MENTUR Project. Contact us for more information.

2007 - 2008 MENTUR Project Participants

Calendar of MENTUR Activities
This calendar is updated regularly. Please check back often.

January 2009
January 7 - 9, 2009
MENTUR Project Bridge Program for Newly Accepted Nursing Majors
The program will focus on mathematical skills, writing skills, and a basic science review, as well as issues related to time management, study skills, use of technology, etc. The bridge program will also provide opportunities for students to network with each other, tour clinical settings, and meet nursing role models from disadvantaged backgrounds.

January 7th
12 - 7 p.m.
S3223
January 8  & 9th
12 - 4 p.m.
S3223

Friday, January 23, 2009
Career Workshop
Presentations by: Daryl Sylvester, SMDC Recruiter Present on the trends and experiences SMDC is looking for and perform a mock interview with a current MENTUR student.
Mary Anderson, CSS Career Services Presenting on the value of internships and discuss: why would you want to do an internship, how to look for an internship and the pieces required for the application (resume, cover letter, application).
1 - 2:30 p.m
S1128

February 2009
Thursday, February 19 and 20
Students will choose from three options to attend a Cultural Diversity Workshop and learn about MENTUR Diversity Awareness Month and how this knowledge will help them as future nurses.
Presentations by Xavier Bell, Duluth Community Action, and Bill Howes , OLCE program at CSS.
Speakers will talk about diversity and their own cultures.  These presentations will lead to a month-long diversity awareness effort for students taking part in the MENTUR Project.

March 2009
During the month of March, students participating in the program will be participating in a self-directed diversity project.  Students will be taking part in a community/campus activity related to diversity and reflect upon the experience.
In addition, several study groups and NCLEX-RN Reviews will continue during the month.

April 2009

Workshop : Learning for a Lifetime
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
1:30 - 3 p.m.

Workshop Description--Healthcare is constantly changing and requires staying current in the latest trends and research. In this workshop, learn how you can transfer your college research skills into your career and community. Databases used to search for nursing and general topic journals will be demonstrated and resources available to you after graduation will be discussed.

Target audience: RN/BS, Post Baccalaureate, and Seniors

Tuesday, April 21, 2009
SNA Meeting
5:15 - 6:15 p.m.
(Yes, it is okay to come late or leave early, SNA understands how busy you are!)

WHERE: either 3209 or 3211

WHO: All nursing and intended-nursing students, all nursing faculty and staff are invited!
TOPICS: A MENTUR panel on diversity in nursing on... Native Americans, Hmong, public health nursing, white privilege, male nurses and more! This should be VERY interesting meeting, you won't want to miss it!
- Also, *hopefully* the spring clothing will be in!
- And... snacks provided! BYOB :)

 

Previous MENTUR Sessions

August 2007
Wednesday, August 22, 2007
RN/BA MENTUR PARTICIPANTS
Orientation Program
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
S 1206 Computer Lab
Lunch provided

September 2007
Tuesday, September 4, 2007
WELCOME SESSION
4 p.m. - 6 p.m.
S3209
Refreshments will be available

Tuesday, September 11, 2007
Fixing the "I forgot" Problem
How to effectively use your planner and manage your time.
2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Meeting Room TBA

Sunday, September 16, 2007
Pathophysiology Test Study Group
7:30 - 9 p.m.
Sci 2137, Biology Conference Room
Be sure to come with your questions and to work together to find a solution.
Facilitator: Lynnae Wilke

Monday, September 17, 2007
NSG 3200 Test Study Group
4 - 5:30 p.m.
T 1115
Be sure to come with your questions and to work together to find a solution.
Facilitator: Anna Tan

Tuesday, September 25, 2007
SCHAWB-- Life Happens Workshop: Managing Test Anxiety
3:45 p.m.
S3217

Friday, September 28, 2007
From the Heart and Hand Closing Ceremony
3 p.m.
St. Scholastica Theater

The Ojibwe Culture Language and Education Program and the School of Education at The College of St. Scholastica are pleased to bring you:
Dewe'igan gidozhitawaanaan (We are making a drum)
Ojibwe Drum Making Sept. 17-28, 2007
Mon-Thurs: 3 PM - 6 PM
Fridays: 3 PM - 5 PM
St. Scholastica Theatre
Come and observe a master drum maker creating a large frame drum in the Ojibwe tradition.

* Join the artist and students on Sept. 28 for a closing ceremony and drumming demonstration.

October 2007
Tuesday, October 2, 2007
Library Research - First of a Three Part Series
Successful Student Research
2 - 4:00 p.m.
Library Classroom

Thursday, October 4, 2007
The Power of a Test Plan
Improving your Test Taking Skills
1 - 2:30 p.m.
T1115

Sunday, October 7, 2007
Pathophysiology Test Study Group
7:30 - 9 p.m.
Sci 2137, Biology Conference Room
Be sure to come with your questions and to work together to find a solution.
Facilitator: Lynnae Wilke

Monday, October 8, 2007
NSG 3200 Test Study Group
4 - 5:30 p.m. T 3410
Be sure to come with your questions and to work together to find a solution.
Facilitator: Anna Tan

Tuesday, October 9, 2007
DIVERSITY SPEAKER: KATHERINE HOLMES
3 - 4:30 p.m.
S 3211

Saturday, October 13, 2007
NCLEX Workshop provided by HealthEast
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Woodwinds Health Campus
1925 Woodwinds Drive
Woodbury, MN

Tuesday, October 23, 2007
Nursing Faculty
Presentation by Marilyn McFarland
Time/Location: TBA

Sunday, October 28, 2007
Pathophysiology Test Study Group
7:30 - 9 p.m.
Sci 2137, Biology Conference Room
Be sure to come with your questions and to work together to find a solution.
Facilitator: Lynnae Wilke

Monday, October 29, 2007
NSG 3200 Test Study Group
4 - 5:30 p.m.
T 3410
Be sure to come with your questions and to work together to find a solution.
Facilitator: Anna Tan

November 2007
Wednesday, November 7, 2007
Writing, Revising & Citing
A "hands-on" workshop
3:15 - 4:30 p.m.
T3111
Presentation by Steve Backus, Rose Warner Writing/Critical Thinking Center

Friday, November 16, 2007
NCLEX Review Session
12:30 - 2 p.m.
S3202

Tuesday, November 27, 2007
Stress Reducing Techniques
1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
S 3207
Presentation by: Gary Anderson

Friday, November 30, 2007
Making Your Resume Stand Out Among the Rest
1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
S 3207
Presentations by: Daryl Sylvester, SMDC and Cathy Richards, CSS Career Center

December 2007
Tuesday, December 4, 2007
Loom Beading Class
3 - 4:30 p.m.
Mitchell Kitchenette
Presenter: Jerry Fairbanks, Native American Artist
Member of Fond du Lac Reservation

Sunday, December 16, 2007
Pathophysiology Test Study Group
7:30 - 9 p.m.
Sci 2137, Biology Conference Room
Be sure to come with your questions and to work together to find a solution.
Facilitator: Lynnae Wilke

January 2008
January 9 - 11, 2008
12 - 4 p.m.
S3223
MENTUR Project Bridge Program for Newly Accepted Nursing Majors
The program will focus on mathematical skills, writing skills, and a basic science review, as well as issues related to time management, study skills, use of technology, etc. The bridge program will also provide opportunities for students to network with each other, tour clinical settings, and meet nursing role models from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Loom Beading Class
4 - 5:30 p.m.
Mitchell Kitchenette
Presenter: Jerry Fairbanks, Native American Artist
Member of Fond du Lac Reservation

February 2008
Friday, February 8, 2008
NCLEX Review (Juniors)
10:30 a.m. - 12:00p.m.
S3202

Friday, February 8, 2008
NCLEX Review (Seniors)
12:45 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
S3202

Thursday, February 21, 2008
MANDATORY MEETING
For MENTUR Funded Students
(Choose on of three Feb 21 - Feb 22)
4 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
S3223

Friday, February 22, 2008
MANDATORY MEETING
For MENTUR Funded Students
(Choose on of three Feb 21 - Feb 22)
8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
S3207

Friday, February 22, 2008
MANDATORY MEETING
For MENTUR Funded Students
(Choose on of three Feb 21 - Feb 22)
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
S3207

Friday, February 29, 2008
Interviewing Skills - Career Services
12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
S3223

March 2008

Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Western Medicine and Native Traditional Healing
Presenter: Dr. Arne Vaino & Skip Sandman
2 - 3:30 p.m.
Private Dining Room (PDR)

Thursday, March 13, 2008
NCLEX Review (Juniors & Seniors)
11:00 a.m. - 12:30p.m.
S3202

April 2008

MENTUR Project Applications for the 2008-2009 Academic Year are due on Friday, April 18, 2008. Be sure to complete your application to be considered for scholarship or stipend awards. You can download an application at www.css.edu/x22077.xml.

Thursday, April 10, 2008
NCLEX Review (Juniors & Seniors)
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
S3202

Saturday, April 12, 2008
NCLEX Workshop provided by HealthEast
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Woodwinds Health Campus
1925 Woodwinds Drive
Woodbury, MN

Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Success and Barriers in the Working World
Presenter: CSS Alum and former MENTUR Project Participant - Firestar Charette RN
4:00 - 5:30 p.m.
S3217

Firestar is a graduate of the School of Nursing at The College of St. Scholastica in 2007. She will discuss transitions from school to career including highlights and struggles as a new graduate. She will address how CSS prepared her for the NCLEX exam and her career. Additionally, Firestar will address cultural interactions and how they influenced her in her career. At the end of the workshop, we will have a few minutes for question and answers.

April 18, 2008
Life Long Learners Workshop
Presenter: Heidi Johnson
Topic: How to access resources for continued learning in the medical field
1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
S1206 Computer Lab

May 2008
End of Academic Year
Complete 1:1 end of year meetings.
Enjoy Summer Vacation

September 2008
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
MENTUR Welcome Session
4 - 5:30 p.m.
Somer's Hall
Open to all eligible nursing students to the MENTUR Project.
Information Session

Friday, September 5, 2008
Current Sophomore Class
Application to the Major - An Information Session
3:30 - 4:15 p.m.
S3223

October 2008
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Library Workshop
Get started on your paper - First Things First
9 - 10:30 a.m.
Library Classroom

Friday, October 17, 2008
Dedication Ceremony of Diversity Artifacts and Artwork
4 - 5:30 p.m.
Science Building, 3rd Floor Lounge

November 2008
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Writing Workshop - Has it been a while since you have written something other than an email?  Big papers, get started.
8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
T1115

Friday, November 7, 2008
SMDC/Career Center Presentation
Employment trends in nursing: What are they looking for and how to prepare for the workforce.
1 - 2:30 p.m.
S3223

December 2008
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Stressed Out? Learn another way to take care of yourself.
5:00 p.m.
S3223