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McNair
Scholars
Program
Handbook
McNair Scholars Program Administrative Roles
Dr. Patricia Spaniol-Mathews
Executive Director (361)825-3163
Dr. Anna Partin
Assistant Director (361)825-2279
Anabel Hernandez
Program Manager (361)825-3835
Dora Garza
Business Coordinator (361)825-5933
Margarita Cooper
Administrative Assistant (361)825-3687
Dr. Ronald E. McNair
Biography
HE OVERCAME OBSTACLES.
Dr. Ronald Erwin McNair, Physicist & Astronaut,
dared to dream. As an African-American growing up
in a poor community in the South, he encountered
discrimination early in his youth.
Yet this did not stop him from pursuing his dream
of becoming a scientist.
HE ACHIEVED ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE.
In 1971, he graduated magna cum laude from North
Carolina AT&T State University with a B.S. degree
in physics. Ronald McNair then enrolled in the
Massachusetts Institute of Technology. In 1976, at the
age of 26, he earned his Ph.D. degree in laser physics.
HE BECAME A LEADER IN HIS FIELD.
Dr. McNair soon became a recognized expert in laser
physics while working as a staff physicist with Hughes
Research Laboratory. He was selected by NASA for the
space shuttle program in 1978 and was a mission
specialist aboard the 1984 flight of the shuttle Challenger.
HE WAS RESPECTED AND COMMENDED.
For his achievements, Ronald McNair received three
honorary doctorate degrees and many fellowships
and commendations. These distinctions include:
Presidential Scholar, 1967-71; Ford Foundation
Fellow, 1971-74; National Fellowship Fund Fellow,
1974-75, Omega Psi Phi Scholar of the Year, 1975;
Distinguished National Scientist, National Society of
Black Professional Engineers, 1979; and the Friend
of Freedom Award, 1981.
HE EXCELLED IN MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE.
Ronald McNair also held a fifth degree black belt
in karate and was an accomplished jazz saxophonist.
He was married and was the dedicated father of a
daughter and a son.
After his death in the Challenger explosion in January
1986, members of Congress provided funding for the
Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement
Program to encourage college students with similar
backgrounds to Dr. McNair to enroll in graduate
studies. Thus, the program targets students of color
and low income, first-generation college students.
This program is dedicated to the high standards of
achievement inspired by Dr. McNair’s life.
Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program
THE NATIONAL MCNAIR SCHOLAR PLEDGE© I ______________________ will strive to honor and respect the legacy set forth by Dr. Ronald E. McNair and former McNair scholars I will work earnestly toward the realization of my educational goals I will embrace the challenge of attaining baccalaureate and post baccalaureate education through hard work, perseverance, and persistence. I will strive to overcome any obstacles, barriers and limitations that might hinder, derail, or prevent my educational attainment. I will endeavor to achieve excellence by conceiving of and believing in excellence in my personal, professional and academic endeavors. I will observe high ethical, moral and academic standards. I understand that I must be trustworthy, honorable and noble Respect myself, my peers, and the people who contribute to my personal and academic success I will graciously extend myself and service to the uplifting of future TRiO students and promising scholars I will be a part of the solution and not the problem; I am a McNair Scholar and I believe in the words of Dr. McNair: “Whether or not [I] reach [my] goals in life depends entirely on how well [I] prepare for them and how badly [I] want them.” With this pledge, I hereby accept the responsibilities and privileges of induction into the Ronald E. McNair Post baccalaureate Achievement Program.
Conceived and Authored by Wallace Southerland III, Ph.D., Associate Director, McNair Program at the University of Maryland, College Park and Cheryl Bailey Gittens, Director
McNair Scholars Program at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University with contributions by members of the national McNair Scholars community
©May 2009 University of Maryland, College Park and Virginia Polytechnic Institute and
State University McNair Scholars Programs
Introduction
The Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi McNair Scholars Handbook is for your
informational use and is a basic tool to ensure that you have a guide that describes the
policies, services, benefits, expectations, and resources of the Ronald E. McNair Post-
Baccalaureate Achievement Program at Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi (McNair
Scholars Program).
This handbook has been designed in a chronological fashion for ease of use and is by no
means exhaustive, as many policies, procedures, and rules will be provided as needed
during McNair monthly meetings and in written announcements, bulletin boards,
electronic-mail messages, and telephone calls. This handbook is subject to modifications
as needed. It is important that you keep your handbook as up-to-date as possible.
The McNair Scholars Program will give you new opportunities and adequate support to
help you reach your academic and professional goals. The success of the McNair
Scholars Program is based on a collaborative effort of faculty mentors, program staff, and
of course you.
The McNair Scholars Program is designed to help high-achieving, motivated, historically
disadvantaged low-income and first-generation college students and underrepresented
students in graduate school receive a Ph.D. or an Ed.D. in their field of study. McNair
Scholars are given the opportunity to collaborate with a faculty mentor on a research
project of their choosing.
McNair Scholars are expected to represent academic excellence by achieving to the best
of their ability in academic and professional endeavors and engaging in community
service to help others attain success.
The McNair & TRIO Connection
In the middle to late 1960’s, Congress established a series of programs to ensure equal educational
opportunity for all Americans, regardless of race, ethnic background, or economic circumstance.
These programs, funded under Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965, are referred to as the
TRIO Programs. Legislation was established for TRIO programs to provide assistance to students
who are low-income, first generation, and underrepresented in higher education. The original
TRIO programs were Upward Bound, Talent Search, and Student Support Services. The name
TRIO has been retained even though three additional programs (Educational Opportunity Centers,
Ronald E. McNair Post Baccalaureate Achievement Programs, and training programs for TRIO
staff) were later added. McNair Programs joined the TRIO family in 1986 in memory of Dr.
Ronald E. McNair, a gifted scientist from an underprivileged background who rose to achieve the
highest academic distinction possible, and to become one of the first African Americans in the
NASA program. All TRIO Programs are funded by the United States Department of Education.
Today, more than 2,800 TRIO programs serve 850,000 students. Over 1,200 colleges, universities,
and agencies in the nation currently house TRIO programs. There are numerous McNair programs
in operation at various universities throughout the United States. In 2007, Texas A&M University-
Corpus Christi (TAMUCC) was selected as one of two hundred institutions to host a McNair
Scholars Program. TAMUCC also has a Student Support Services Program. These programs
operate under the guidance of Dr. Gerardo Moreno, the Assistant Vice President for Student
Success.
Overview of the McNair Scholars Program
The goal of the McNair Scholars Program at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is to provide services for students with academic potential majoring in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and liberal arts to matriculate, persist, and graduate from a doctoral program. The program provides participants with a mentored research experience, seminars, and workshops on topics pertinent to the pursuit of a graduate education, and the acquisition of advanced library and research presentation skills. The program’s long-range mission is to help increase the number of underrepresented group members who pursue careers as university faculty and researchers. The McNair Scholars Program is highly interactive. Comprised of both an academic and a summer program, the program requires scholars to complete a series of assignments that prepare students to enter and succeed in graduate programs. During the summer research program, students forge a relationship with a faculty mentor while conducting research. Scholars present their research findings at professional and academic conferences, where they benefit from the interchange of ideas with others working in related areas. Participants receive a research stipend and travel funds to attend these professional conferences. The program works very closely with its participants through their undergraduate requirements and tracks their progress to successful completion of advanced degrees. The McNair Scholars Program is located in the Classroom West Room 117. Services Provided:
• Research opportunities for participants who have completed their sophomore year of college, up to two summers of research stipends may be awarded
• Mentoring with a faculty member in their chosen discipline and with similar professional interests
• Seminars and workshops designed to prepare students for doctoral studies
• Tutorial assistance
• Academic counseling and advising
• Financial Literacy
• Assistance in securing admissions into graduate programs
• Assistance in obtaining student financial aid, scholarships, and fellowships
• GRE preparation and assistance
• Funding for travel and conferences
• Publication of a research article in the McNair Scholars Research Journal
Benefits of the McNair Scholars Program
Participating in an undergraduate research experience is extremely beneficial when applying to graduate school. It demonstrates that the student is capable of going beyond course requirements and is truly interested in learning about how an academic discipline approaches problem solving. In addition, undergraduate research training provides the skills and knowledge essential for success in the workplace. Employers value individuals who can think critically, assess problems, and formulate plans of action to address those problems, as well as communicate with others and work in a group context to implement solutions. Other benefits include:
• A paid summer internship offering the opportunity to design and conduct a research project under the guidance of a faculty mentor from the area in which the scholar hopes to pursue a graduate degree;
• Attendance at academic seminars and workshops;
• Participation in the TAMUCC McNair Research Poster Presentation Event;
• Participation in graduate school fairs;
• Participation in national McNair Scholar Symposiums;
• Travel funds to attend professional conferences;
• Paper publication in the Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi McNair Research Journal, a collection of research articles written by McNair scholars;
• Presentation of summer research findings at various conferences;
• Admission Application Fee Waivers for graduate school admissions for participating institutions;
• Interaction with students in your field of interest, and
• Learning becomes more exciting!
McNair Scholar Phases Phase 1 – Rising Scholars
Phase 1 will focus on equipping students with skills crucial to academic success
and degree attainment. These students for the most part are sophomores who will receive
workshops on necessary academic issues such as study skills, test taking skills, time
management, tutoring, and beginning research and organizational skills. Each scholar
also attends a specially designed workshop on how to determine who will be their faculty
research mentor and how to approach faculty to initiate a mentor relationship. Intensive
advising, counseling and mentoring services are also provided. Each student signs a
detailed commitment agreement that addresses all requirements of a Rising Scholar and
any additional assessed needs.
Phase 2 – Spring/Summer Research Scholars Phase 2 will familiarize students with the research process and facilitate the
students’ implementation of this process though the completion of a research project.
These students are juniors or above. The students commit to several training workshops
throughout the academic year, including: mentor search, IRB protocol, literature reviews,
methodology, and research statistics. These students complete summer research under
the direction of their faculty mentor, as well as their research article and poster.
All students in all groups must complete the Collaborative Institutional Training
Initiative (CITI Program) this is the training program utilized by TAMU-CC to ensure
training is received by all faculty members, staff, and students engaged in human subject
research. Completing CITI training is a requirement to submit an IRB protocol. This is an
online research training and is accessible free of charge to all university faculty, students,
and staff through the IRB website. This requirement provides McNair Scholars with an
understanding of issues involved in ethical research and will help them meet graduate
school requirements. Each spring/summer research scholar signs a detailed commitment
agreement that addresses all research requirements and any additional assessed needs.
Phase 3 – Master Scholars Phase 3 will seek to expand upon the skills acquired in Phase 1 and 2 with a focus
on professional development and research presentation. These are Scholars who have
completed their summer research and have produced their journal article and poster.
Skills development training for these Scholars includes state and national research
presentations, and mock graduate school interviews. These Scholars will also determine
any additional research opportunities they want to pursue. Each Master Scholar signs a
detailed commitment agreement that addresses all Phase 3 requirements and any
additional assessed needs.
Phase 4 – Senior Graduates The fourth and final stage will concentrate on equipping students with the skills
necessary to receive admission into graduate school. This group is in the final stage of
the McNair Scholars Program. These Scholars work closely with faculty mentors and
program staff to complete the requirement documents to successfully be accepted in to
a graduate program. The following documents include: Curriculum Vita, Personal
Statements, Graduate Applications, Recommendations, and GRE Exam preparation.
They also mentor McNair Rising Scholars. Each graduating scholar signs a detailed
commitment agreement that addresses all Phase 4 requirements and any additional
assessed needs.
All McNair Scholars attend and participate in at least one community service event
and one cultural event each year. All Scholars develop an education plan in conjunction
with the McNair manager. These plans are updated as appropriate. All McNair Scholars
also receive FAFSA preparation information and scholarship search assistance. Financial
and economic literacy is provided throughout all of the phases through online and in-
person workshops with the option of family involvement.
Rising Scholars Agreement Academic Year: 2016-2017 Sophomores
Maintain a 3.0 GPA, full-time status, and good standing, if you fall below these standards, contact McNair Staff.
Attend all required McNair Workshops and other required designated workshops.
McNair Staff should approve all Absences.
Schedule an appointment to have your photograph taken for Website.
Attend McNair Day and other appropriate programs.
Schedule individual meeting with McNair Staff at least once a month.
Attend one cultural event and one service event in a given academic year (proof of attendance required).
When directed to reply, please answer all e-mails sent by McNair staff in a timely manner.
Print Name_________________________________________________ Student Signature____________________________________________ Date:__________ Staff Signature______________________________________________ Date:__________
Research Scholars Agreement Academic Year: 2016 – 2017 Juniors
Maintain a 3.0 GPA, full-time status, and good standing, if you fall below these standards, please contact McNair staff.
Select an approved McNair Faculty Mentor for your research project by the last day of January.
Complete the IRB online training course by the last day of January.
Complete the Research Action Plan (RAP) by the last day of February and obtain approval from your Faculty Mentor and McNair staff before starting the research project.
If working with human participants or sentient animals, you must complete and submit an IRB protocol application by the last day of February and receive IRB approval before starting the research project.
Obtain all required signatures for your research.
Attend all required McNair meetings/workshops.
1. Mentor Search OCT. 6. Fin Aid Literacy JAN.
2. Graduate Process OCT. 7. Lit. Review FEB.
3. Personal Statement NOV. 8. Methodology FEB.
4. CITI & IRB DEC. 9. TriO Day FEB.
5. Focus Group DEC. 10. Statistics MAR.
6. Research Overview JAN. 11. Focus Group MAY.
You need McNair staff approval for all required workshop absences.
Schedule individual meeting with Program Manager at least once a month.
Attend one cultural event and one service event in a given academic year (proof of attendance required).
When directed to reply, please answer all e-mails sent by McNair staff in a timely manner.
Schedule an appointment to have your photograph taken for the Website and Journal by the last day of September.
Complete the research project during spring/summer 2017. This is contingent on your completion of the research article and poster (including any editing) and the approval of the article and poster by your McNair Faculty Mentor and the McNair Executive Director.
Present your research on McNair Research Day and other appropriate venues after completion. The stipend of up to $2800.00, will be contingent on completion of all requirements herein and any other requirements that are assigned to you by your Research Faculty Mentor or McNair staff. Print Name_________________________________________________ Student Signature____________________________________________ Date: ______________
Staff Signature_______________________________________________ Date: ______________
Master/Graduating Senior Scholars Agreement Academic Year: 2016-2017 Seniors
Maintain a 3.0 GPA, full-time status, and good standing, if you fall below these standards, contact McNair Staff.
Attend all required McNair workshops. McNair Staff should approve absences.
Graduate Process OCT. TRiO Day FEB.
Pers. Statement NOV. Speed Interview APR.
Composing CV NOV. Focus Group MAY.
Focus Group DEC.
Turn in a copy of
1. Your CV & GRE Scores 4. Your Graduate School List
2. Your Personal Statement 5. Graduate School Acceptance Letters
3. Your List of Recommenders
Schedule GRE test by assigned date.
Present your research at McNair Day, Discipline Conference, and a McNair Conference.
Schedule an individual meeting with McNair Program Manager at least once a month.
Attend one cultural event and one service event in a given academic year (proof of attendance required).
When directed to reply, please answer all e-mails sent by McNair staff in a timely manner.
Print Name________________________________________________ Student Signature________________________________________________ Date___________
Staff Signature___________________________________________________ Date___________
Program Schedule for 2016-2017 McNair Scholars Program
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
*This schedule is subject to change per the McNair Staff at any time.
*Program Orientation 9/9/16 12-3 p.m. Location: Bayview Room 320 This orientation is mandatory for all McNair Scholars. This meeting will provide a program overview as
well as an understanding of program expectations.
*Mentor Choice and Relationship Workshop 10/14/16 12-1 p.m. Location: Classroom West Room 117 This workshop is mandatory for all scholars who will be doing research and rising juniors. This meeting will help students gain a better understanding of what they should look for in a mentor and what a mentor is looking for in a student. Other Items: Discussion of the Research Action Plan (RAP) Discussion of Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI)
*Graduate School Acceptance Process Workshop 10/14/16 1-2 p.m. Location: Classroom West Room 117 This workshop is mandatory for seniors. The workshop will discuss graduate school, the application process, items required for applying, GRE testing, and letters of recommendation. This workshop provides scholars with what to look for in a graduate program and how to get accepted. Other Items: Turn in a list of graduate schools by 10/15/16 Discussion of Curriculum Vitae (CV) Discussion of Personal Statement for Graduate School
*Personal Statement Writing Workshop 11/11/16 Time: 12-1pm Location: Classroom West Room 117
This workshop is mandatory for all McNair Scholars. This workshop will provide scholars with essential information to develop an understanding of not only writing about their interests, eligibility and suitability for applications, but also to learn how their statements provide evidence of their achievements that aren’t reflected in other parts of an application. Other Items: Personal Statement due 11/30/16
*Composing your Curriculum Vitae (CV) 11/11/16 1-2 p.m. Location: Classroom West Room 117 This workshop is mandatory for seniors. The workshop will introduce students to the major elements of a curriculum vitae (CV). The workshop focuses on the most common categories listed in a CV and includes samples of CV’s from different disciplines. Following the informative workshop, students will be given an opportunity to work on their own CV as writing consultants offer feedback and answer questions. Other Items: Curriculum Vitae (CV) due 11/30/2016 Personal Statement due 11/30/16
*CITI Training and IRB Protocol Workshop 12/2/16 12-1 p.m. Location: Classroom West Room 117 This workshop is mandatory for all students participating in spring/summer 2017 research. This workshop will explain the protocol that must be filled out if you are working with human or animal participants. This is a document that must be completed with approval from your mentor and submitted here on campus for review and approval of your project. Other Items: Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) due 1/31/17
*McNair Scholars Focus Group 12/2/16 1-3 p.m. Location: Classroom West Room 117 This workshop is mandatory for all McNair scholars. Students will participate in an educational activity, a McNair project service that will help refine the program’s workshops or seminars. The program will discover what participants already know about a topic, what materials they already have, and what they think they need for the next year. The data we will gather will suggest what workshops, seminars, and other educational activities we will offer for the next year.
*Research Overview 1/27/17 Time: 12-1 p.m. Location: Classroom West Room 117 This meeting will discuss all requirements for spring/summer 2017 researchers over the summer as well as final requirements from graduating seniors. McNair staff will discuss the upcoming McNair Day Event. Other Items: CITI Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) due 1/31/17 IRB Protocol due 2/28/17
*Financial Aid Literacy Workshop 1/27/17 Time: 1-2 p.m. Location: Classroom West Room 117 This workshop is mandatory for all McNair Scholars. This workshop will provide helpful tips and strategies for undergraduate students seeking to improve their knowledge of budgeting, saving, and avoiding the pitfall of poor credit.
*Writing a Great Literature Review 2/10/17 Time: 12pm – 1pm Location: Classroom West Room 117 This workshop will help explain how to write a great literature review and is mandatory for all spring/summer 2017 researchers. Through examples that pertain to your field of study, we will explain how to write a literature review and what to include in it. This workshop will be a great basis for research. Other Items: CITI Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) due 1/31/17 IRB Protocol due 2/28/17
*Research Methods Workshop 2/10/17 Time: 1pm – 2pm Location: Classroom West Room 117 This workshop is mandatory for all students participating in spring/summer 2017 research. This workshop will discuss how to create methods for your research project as well as how to write the paper portion of your methods section that will encompass the article you will need to submit for the McNair Journal. Other Items: Research Action Plan (RAP) due 2/28/17 Service Event: Discuss upcoming events such as: National TRIO Day
*National TRiO Day 2/25/17 Time: TBA Location: TBA The students will perform a community service as a way for TRIO to give back to the community to say thank you for their support
*Statistics Workshop 3/10/17 Time: 12pm - 2pm Location: Classroom West Room 117 Dr. Steve Seidel will host this mandatory workshop for all spring/summer 2017 research scholars. This workshop will give the basics of statistical analysis and how to figure your statistics through SPSS. Other Items: Literature Review due 4/14/17
*Speed Interviewing Workshop 4/14/17 Time: 12pm – 1pm Location: Classroom West Room 117 This workshop is mandatory for all McNair Scholars. This workshop will put your interview skills to the test and practice answering interview questions for graduate school in a fun, fast-paced environment alongside your peers.
*McNair Day and Luncheon 4/18/17 9– 2pm Location: Anchor Ballrooms This event is mandatory for all McNair Scholars and will showcase McNair Scholars who completed research during spring/summer 2016. This event will allow Scholars to present their poster presentations to faculty and students at TAMU-CC. McNair Day will conclude with a luncheon for all McNair Scholars, faculty mentors, and university staff that supported the McNair Scholars Program.
*End of Semester Focus Group 5/2/17 Time: 12pm – 2pm Location: Classroom West Room 117 This workshop is mandatory for all McNair scholars. Students will participate in an educational activity, a McNair project service that will help refine the program’s workshops or seminars. The program will discover what participants already know about a topic, what materials they already have, and what they think they need for the next year. The data we will gather will suggest what workshops, seminars, and other educational activities we will offer for the next year.
McNair Scholars Program
2016-2017 Workshop Academic/Cultural Event Schedule
Month Day Date Time Location Topic
September Friday 9th 12pm -3pm Bayview Room 320 McNair Scholars Program Orientation
Thursday 15th TBD TBD Hispanic Heritage Month Kickoff
October Thursday 6th 11 am-1pm East Lawn DiverseAbility
Friday 14th 12pm-1pm Classroom West Room117 Mentor Choice & Relationship
Friday 14th 1pm-2pm Classroom West Room117 Graduate School Acceptance Process
Tuesday 18th 8pm PAC Distinguished Speaker Series: Dr. Brian Greene
Friday 28th 11am-2pm Classroom West PASS Open House
November Friday 11th 12pm-1pm Classroom West Room117 Personal Statement Writing
Friday 11th 1pm-2pm Classroom West Room117 Composing your CV
Monday 14th TBD Anchor Ballrooms Culture Fest
December Friday 2nd 12pm-1pm Classroom West Room117 CITI Training & IRB Protocol
Friday 2nd 1pm-3pm Classroom West Room117 McNair Scholars Focus Group
January Monday 23rd 11:30am Anchor Ballrooms 2017 MLK Jr. Awards Luncheon
Friday 27th 12pm-1pm Classroom West Room117 Research Overview & Payroll Orientation
Friday 27th 1pm-2pm Classroom West Room117 Financial Aid Literacy
February Friday 10th 12pm-1pm Classroom West Room117 Writing a Great Literature Review
Friday 10th 1pm-2pm Classroom West Room117 Research Methods Workshop
Saturday 25th TBD TBD National TRiO Day
Monday 27th 7pm Anchor Ballrooms African American History Month Celebration
March Friday 10th 12pm-2pm Classroom West Room117 Research Statistics
April Friday 14th 12pm-1pm Classroom West Room117 Speed Interviewing
Tuesday 18th 9am-2pm Anchor Ballrooms McNair Day & Recognition Luncheon
May Tuesday 2nd 12pm-2pm Classroom West Room117 End of Semester Focus Group
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Revision: 6/17/15
College of Science and Engineering
Dr. Mark Besonen
College of Science and Engineering [email protected] 361- 825-2043
Dr. Eugene Billiot College of Science and Engineering [email protected] 361-825-2680
Dr. Fereshteh Billiot College of Science and Engineering [email protected] 361-825-6067
Dr. Christopher Bird College of Science and Engineering [email protected] 361-825-6024
Dr. Gregory Buck College of Science and Engineering [email protected] 361-825-3717
Dr. Lea Der Chen College of Science and Engineering [email protected] 361-825-3046
Dr. Xavier Gonzales College of Science and Engineering [email protected] 361-825-3824
Dr. James Hogan College of Science and Engineering [email protected] 361-825-5883
Dr. Yuxia Huang College of Science and Engineering [email protected] 361-825-2646
Dr. Scott King College of Science and Engineering [email protected] 361-825-5877
Dr. Chuntao Liu
College of Science and Engineering
361-825-3845
Dr. Ruby Mehrubeoglu College of Science and Engineering [email protected] 361-825-3378
Dr. Paul Montagna College of Science and Engineering [email protected] 361-825-2040
Dr. Dorina Murgulet College of Science and Engineering [email protected] 361-825-2309
Dr. Frank Pezold College of Science and Engineering [email protected] 361-825-2349
Dr. Lee Smee College of Science and Engineering [email protected] 361-825-3637
Dr. Greg Stunz College of Science and Engineering [email protected] 361-825-3254
Dr. Magesh Thiyagarajan College of Science and Engineering [email protected] 361-825-2144
Dr. Dugan Um College of Science and Engineering [email protected] 361-825-3381
Dr. Benjamin Walther College of Science and Engineering [email protected] 361-825-4168
Dr. Kim Withers College of Science and Engineering [email protected] 361-825-5907
Dr. Paul Zimba College of Science and Engineering [email protected] 361-825-2768
College of Education
Dr. Randy Bonnette College of Education [email protected] 361-825-3317
Dr. Elsa Gonzalez College of Education [email protected] 361-825-2438
Ms. Sayuri Hiraishi College of Education [email protected] 361-825-2207
Dr. Donald Melrose College of Education [email protected] 361-825-2811
Dr. Bethanie Pletcher College of Education [email protected] 361-825-3892
Dr. Frank Spaniol College of Education [email protected] 361-825-3924
Dr. Corinne Valadez College of Education [email protected] 361-825-3336
College of Liberal Arts
Dr. Isabel Araiza College of Liberal Arts [email protected] 361-825-3936
Dr. Pamela Brouillard College of Liberal Arts [email protected] 361-825-5755
Dr. Charles Etheridge College of Liberal Arts [email protected] 361-825-5755
Dr. Gina Glanc College of Liberal Arts [email protected] 361-825-2391
Dr. Mark Hartlaub College of Liberal Arts [email protected] 361-825-5990
Dr. Sam Hill College of Liberal Arts [email protected] 361-825-2394
Dr. Amy Houlihan College of Liberal Arts [email protected] 361-825-2971
Dr. Melissa Jarrell College of Liberal Arts [email protected] 361-825-2188
Dr. Michelle Maresh-Fuehrer College of Liberal Arts [email protected] 361-825-2273
Dr. Pamela Meyer College of Liberal Arts [email protected] 361-825-5818
Dr. Miguel Moreno College of Liberal Arts [email protected] 361-825-2205
Dr. Catherine Quick College of Liberal Arts [email protected] 361-825-3025
Dr. Michael Ramirez College of Liberal Arts [email protected] 361-825-2388
Dr. Phillip Rhoades College of Liberal Arts [email protected] 361-825-2637
Dr. Carey Rote College of Liberal Arts [email protected] 361-825-2372
Dr. Steven Seidel College of Liberal Arts [email protected] 361-825-2619
Dr. Anthony Zoccolillo College of Liberal Arts [email protected] 361-825-2390
Faculty Mentor Relationship: Scholar Expectations All faculty mentors receive a copy of the Faculty Mentor Handbook and a copy of a scholar contract outlining task deadlines upon starting a research project with a scholar, and are contacted via phone, email, or personal visit by the program coordinator or director to discuss expectations and address any questions. A scholar’s relationship with his or her faculty mentor is one of the most important relationships during one’s undergraduate years. All scholars are expected to follow these guidelines: (1) Meet regularly with mentor, preferably one hour a week or more, to discuss and evaluate progress on research project. During the weekly meeting, review hours of work with mentor and record hours in timesheet. (2) Be punctual for all meetings with mentor. (3) Defer to the mentor’s expertise with regard to research methodology, writing style, and/or project development. (4) Communicate! Avoid misunderstandings by keeping the faculty mentor informed and by asking for information when uncertain about procedures or what to do next. (5) Ask mentor to suggest relevant readings to broaden knowledge base. (6) Get insight from mentor about possible graduate programs and the graduate school environment’s cultures, values, norms, etc., to better prepare for potential challenges and pitfalls. (7) Request guidance when preparing presentation [all McNair Scholars will be expected to give a poster presentation on their project at TAMUCC McNair Scholars Research event and a regional or national professional meeting]. (8) Ask mentor about opportunities to attend professional development activities [conferences, seminars, meetings, etc. – depending on availability, funds for student travel to these meetings might be available]. (9) Have mentor proof and approve all written documents and timesheet forms submitted to the McNair program. (10) Accept constructive criticism and resolve to act on it. Be open to feedback and incorporate the mentor’s suggestions.
McNair Scholars Research Mentor Application
Name: _________________________________________
Title: __________________________________________
College: ________________________________________
Briefly state why you would like to become a McNair scholar mentor: State what research that you are involved in and what research McNair students could participate in: Please list doctoral programs that you would encourage and help McNair scholars with the application process? Include specific institutions if possible. When would you be available to serve as a Mentor for a student who is completing a Research Experience? (Student research would begin in the Spring Semester and continue for 8 – 14 weeks based on research needs) The McNair Scholars Program provides funds for Faculty Mentors and McNair Scholars to attend one professional discipline conference after completion of the required research project. Please list one professional conference that you would like to attend with your mentee? I have read the McNair Scholars Program Faculty Handbook on the mcnair.tamucc.edu website and I will be able to complete all required activities for the program. Signature_______________________________________________________Date_____________________ ______ Initial here if you will allow the use of pictures and other program participation information (no personal information will be used) on the McNair Scholars Program website and other publications including the McNair Scholars Research Journal. Please include with your application a copy of your curriculum vitae and one sample of research publications. Updated July 2015
McNair Research Experience
McNair Scholars will participate in at least one spring/summer Research Experience. You will be
selected to participate based on a review of your participation to-date in the program and your
mentor approved Research Action Plan. The Research Experience requires that you complete a
minimum of 100 documented hours of research overseen by at least one McNair Research Faculty
Mentor. Your continuation in the Research Experience will be contingent on satisfactory progress
reports from your McNair Research Faculty Mentor and an oral report at the mid-project point.
You will receive a stipend up to $2800.00 pro-rated over the research term. Final payment will not
be made until you have submitted to the Director of the McNair Scholars Program your Research
Article and Poster and are approved by the McNair Research Faculty Mentor.
After successful completion of the Research Experience, you will be required to present your
research at the TRIO McNair Scholars Research Poster Presentation event and make at least one
presentation at an area school or program that serves underrepresented populations. Your work
will also be included in the TAMU-CC McNair Research Journal if it meets all program
requirements. We will encourage you and provide support for you to present your research at
regional, state and national conferences, and we will assist you in finding opportunities to
participate in paid summer research programs at other universities during the summer after you
complete the Research Experience here at TAMU-CC.
McNair Scholars Program
Research Action Plan (RAP) PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT LEGIBLY SCHOLAR NAME: _________________________________ DISCIPLINE: _______________ FACULTY MENTOR: _________________________________________________________ Directions: Use the space provided to describe the summer research you propose to conduct as a McNair Scholar. McNair staff is available to answer your questions and assist you in completing this form. Call or come by if you need further support. The best help you can get to complete this form will be from your Faculty Mentor. (If additional space is needed an additional page may be attached.)
STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM: (the topic your research will explore)
State the problem in complete sentences in as few words as possible. State the problem, don’t just talk about it.
JUSTIFICATION/IMPORTANCE OF THE PROJECT:
Why is this proposed research needed? How will it add to the knowledge base in your
discipline?
HYPOTHESES AND/OR RESEARCH QUESTIONS:
Hypotheses and/or research questions direct researchers’ thinking in finding a solution to the problem (topic). List the hypotheses to be tested or state the research questions you will ask in seeking a solution to your research problem.
SOURCES OF LITERATURE REVIEW:
PURPOSE: To demonstrate that you have a clear idea of what is new about the proposed
research. In the review, explain how your research builds on what has already been reported
in the literature that relates to your problem.
SOURCES: Attach an annotated bibliography of at least 15 references you think will be used
for your research.
METHODS OF DATA GATHERING/METHODOLOGY:
Tell step-by-step how data will be gathered to answer the questions or test the hypotheses of this research. (Keep in mind if you plan to use quantitative or qualitative methods.)
DATA ANALYSIS PROCEDURES:
Tell step by step how the data will be analyzed in order to reach conclusions about the questions or hypotheses of this research. (Keep in mind if you plan to use quantitative or qualitative methods.)
Project Begin Date: _________________ Projected Completion Date: ________________
OUTLINE OF PROJECT ACTIVITIES:
Provide a timeline/calendar of research activities that will allow for completion by the end of the projected research completion date. Project must be completed by August 1st.
SIGNATURES: Scholar: _________________________________________________ Date: ______________
Faculty Mentor: ___________________________________________ Date: ______________
McNair Program Manager: ___________________________________Date: _____________
McNair Assistant Director: ___________________________________Date: _____________
File Check off List – Program Assignments
Research Qualifications
Workshops 2016-2017 (Research Scholars)
Mentor Choice and Relationship Workshop (October 14, 2016)
Institutional Review Board Protocol Workshop (December 02, 2016)
Research Overview Workshop (January 27, 2017)
Writing a Great Literature Review (February 10, 2017)
Research Methods Workshop (February 10, 2017)
Research Statistics Overview Workshop (March 10, 2017)
*Failure to attend all workshops will affect your approval for Spring/Summer research participation. Additionally,
students must meet with the program manager at least once a month during the spring semester and twice a
month during research months.
Spring/Summer Required Research Assignments Prior to Beginning Research
CITI Training Certification (Due: Jan 31, 2017)
Research Action Plan (Due: Feb 28, 2017)
IRB Protocol (If necessary) (Due: Feb 28, 2017)
*Students cannot submit a pre-purchase request form for research supplies until all items are submitted from the
list above (Spring/Summer Required Research Assignment Prior to Beginning Research), attendance of all
workshops, and submission of payroll forms and meeting with Business Coordinator. See Research Supply list
paragraph on Spring/Summer Research Program Guidelines form on more information on how to submit pre-
purchase request form for supply needs.
Completed Research Assignments in order to Release Research Funds
Literature Review Draft (Due: April 17, 2017)
Methods/Data Analysis Section Draft (Due: May 15, 2017)
Discussion/Results Section Draft (Due: June 15, 2017)
Draft Article (Due: July 17, 2017)
Final Article & Poster (Signed Off Journal Submission Form by Mentor) (Due: Aug 1)
Graduate School Requirements
Graduate School List
Curriculum Vitae
Graduate School Application Personal Statements
List of Graduate School Faculty Recommenders
GRE Exam Scores
Monthly Meetings 2016-2017 Academic Year
September 2016
October 2016
November 2016
January 2017
February 2017
March 2017
McNair Day (TBA)
April 2017
May 2017 (Research Scholars Only) May 2017
June 2017 (Research Scholars Only) June 2017
July 2017 (Research Scholars Only) July 2017
August 2017 (Research Scholars Only) August 2017
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Spring/Summer Research Program Guidelines
Research offers the satisfaction of discovering something new. For the beginning researcher, there are more immediate
practical benefits. Conducting research helps students understand materials they are studying in a way that no other
kind of work can match. Research experiences increase the scholar’s competitiveness for graduate school. Scholar
researchers and the faculty mentors, who participate in spring/summer research through MCNR, work on various
projects. While outcomes greatly differ, the steps are generally the same and scholars should participate in most, if not
all, of them. These steps include:
Turning an interest into a topic, that topic into a few good questions, and finding answers to the questions that will result in a solution to a problem;
Constructing an argument or hypothesis;
Review of the existing literature;
Testing the hypothesis;
Writing and presenting the research conclusions.
Research Project Time Commitment
Scholars are expected to devote a minimum of 10 hours per week during the research portion of the program. Research
project must have a stated begin and end date.
Research Funding Information
1. Scholars must complete the annual payroll orientation provided by the Business Coordinator. This includes
timesheet requirements.
2. Scholar must fill out all required payroll forms provided by the Business Coordinator.
3. Timesheets with mentor’s signature must be submitted to the Program Manager by required submission dates
and with required research items.
4. A payment of $1400.00 will be released once 50% of required research is completed and signed timesheets plus
required research items are turned in. Once a scholar has completed 100% of the research, signed timesheets,
final article, and poster is complete the final payment of $1400.00 will be released.
5. Failure to turn in Spring/Summer research assignments will result in delay of payment.
6. No research can begin prior to the spring semester and Program Manager approval letter. Research must be
complete by the end of summer.
7. No funds can be released prior to end of February or early March.
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Research Article Format
Title Page
The first page should include the following: Title for the research, student name, mentor name, title,
program/department, and college.
Abstract
The second page should be the abstract and should not exceed 150-200 words or the standard for the discipline.
Article Content
The article must not exceed twenty, double-spaced, 8 ½” x 11” pages which includes the bibliography. Other
specifications: Times Roman, 12 pt. font, and in a Microsoft word file.
Writing Style
Writing style (APA, MLA, Turabian/Chicago Manual of Style/Council of Science Editors) should be
determined by the faculty mentor. The article should be clear, consistent, and concise. Particular care should be taken to
ensure that each table, chart and/or figure is adequately explained. The paper should be written in a format that is
acceptable for journal submission within the academic discipline.
References/Bibliography
Include a complete reference to each item cited in the research paper. References for items not used in the paper
should not be included. No footnotes for the McNair Journal.
Appendix
If the applicant requires additional space in which to present details of a research instrument, elucidate a theoretical
point of view, or elaborate on some other vital point, an appendix may be included. This appendix should not exceed (3)
three pages, double-spaced.
Final Research Article
The student researcher should submit the final research article to the faculty mentor for approval. The faculty mentor
approval form must be signed by the mentor and sent by the mentor electronically with the final article to the MCNR
Program Manager by the required dates.
Drafts of the research paper and the final research article should be given to the faculty mentor well in advance of the
MCNR submission deadlines.
Research Presentation
Each McNair Scholar who conducts research during the 2017 spring/summer will be required to present his or her
research findings at the annual TAMUCC McNair poster presentation event, one McNair conference, and one discipline
conference.
Research Supply Needs
Student researchers will discuss their research supply needs with their mentor before the request is written. The
mentor must sign the written request before it is submitted to the McNair Scholars Program Office. All the supply
information such as websites and costs should be attached to the pre-purchase request form. Supply funds are very
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limited so all requests may not be honored.
Research Benchmarks
Spring/Summer
January 31 – Scholar must provide the name of the mentor selected for the research project and have completed the required CITI Training Certification
February 28 – Submit RAP and Annotated Bibliography of at least 15 scholarly sources February 28 – Submit IRB Protocol, if applicable (If this process is required then no student can begin research or receive any payments until this process is complete)
April 17 – Submit Literature Review May 15 – Methods/Data Analysis Section Draft June 15– Discussion/Results Section Draft July 17 – Draft Article
August 1st* - Final Article & Poster
McNair Scholar Journal Submission (Research Report will not be accepted unless accompanied by this form with all required signatures.)
Student Name: ____________________________________ Submission Date:_________________ Research Article Title: _______________________________________________________________ Article Number of Pages: ___________ Article Word Count: __________ McNair Faculty Mentor Name: ________________________________________________________ (as it will appear in the journal) McNair Mentor: Title: ________________________________ Department: ______________________ College: _____________________________ Review Date: _________________________ ______ Accepted No Revisions Needed ______Major Revisions/Additional Review Needed ______ Accepted with Minor Editing ______Not Acceptable Mentor Comments: (If editing is needed, please provide specific instructions for the student) __________________________________________________________________________________
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__________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ Mentor Signature/Date Student Statement: Author represents and warrants to the journal staff and the publisher that the report delivered for publication is original and does not infringe the patent, trademark, copyright, trade secret rights or other proprietary rights of third parties. Author further represents that the research was performed in compliance with author’s institutions (and any other institutions related to the research) appropriate policies related to the use of animal and/or human subjects and human-derived material (the “IRB”). __________________________________________________________________________________ McNair Scholar Signature/Date As Executive Director for the McNair Scholars Program, I have reviewed the Scholar’s Research Report and find that it meets the requirements for completion of the McNair Summer Research Experience. Director Signature/Date:_____________________________________________________________
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STUDENT TRAVEL REQUEST Date of Request:
SELECT PROGRAM:
GENERAL INFORMATION: SUBMISSION DEADLINES: In‐state – 30 days prior to date of departure Out‐of‐state ‐ 60 days prior to date of departure
Traveler Name: Traveler Banner ID: Email:
Major: Classification: GPA (from preceding semester):
TRAVEL INFORMATION (Complete proposal must be attached for consideration)
Indicate one: In‐state Out‐of‐State Destination:
Name of Workshop/Conference: Workshop/Conference URL:
Departure date: Return date:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (Please provide brief statements. If you would like to provide additional information, please attach additional pages.)
1) Will you be presenting at this Workshop/Conference? NO YES with a faculty member? NO YESIf YES, please attach the following documents: research abstract, conference presentation acceptance letter and/oremail, and copy of presentation.
2) If not presenting, please provide a brief purpose of trip.
3) How will attending this workshop/conference benefit your education/program?
FOR PASS PROGRAM USE ONLY
Funded Amt: ______________________
AR Created: _______________________
Conf Registration: ___________________
Transportation: _____________________
Lodging: ___________________________
IC#: __________________________
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Traveler Name: Traveler Banner ID:
COSTS (Must attach conference agenda)
Airfare (include baggage fee, if applicable)
$ Ground Transportation (Rental/Taxi) –justification required for Rental
$
Registration Fees $ Incidentals (Baggage fees, internet fees, hotel taxes, etc)
$
Meals (per GSA rates)
$ _________/day
$ Mileage(prior program approval required)
$
Lodging (Indicate per night)
$ ____________/night
$ Parking Fees (prior program approval required)
$
Higher Lodging Requested:
Yes No
Grand Total $
Have you applied/received funding from any other source, including from conference you are attending? Yes No
If yes, please indicate funding source title and account #: _______________________________________________________________
Traveler Name (Print): Traveler Signature: Date:
________________________________________________________________________________________________
Faculty Mentor Name (Print): Faculty Mentor Signature: Date:
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
AUTHORIZATION – PASS Program authorization is required. Additional authorization required at time of reimbursement.
Department Approval: ________________________________________ Date: _______________
AVP Approval: _____________________________________ Date: _______________
FOR PASS PROGRAM USE ONLY
Program Entry Date Select Program: McNair SOAR SSS FITW
Requirements Completed for Month Prior
Yes No Letter Sent:
Resume Attached Yes No Contract Submitted:
Emergency Information form
Yes No Orientation Date:
TAMUCC Medical Waiver
Yes No Orientation Completed:
Abstract/Conference Agenda
Yes No Bus Coord:
Acceptance Letter Yes No Bus Mngr:
By signing below, I certify that I have provided accurate information regarding travel expenses and have read and understand the PASS Student Conference Travel
Guidelines. I certify that the travel listed above meets the objectives of the PASS Program. I understand travel requests are evaluated and awarded based on my good
standing and contingent upon budgeted travel funds available.
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FACULTY/STAFF TRAVEL REQUEST
Date of Request:
SELECT PROGRAM:
GENERAL INFORMATION: Faculty Staff SUBMISSION DEADLINES: In‐State – 30 days prior to date of departure Out‐of‐State – 60 days prior to date of departure
Traveler Name: Traveler UIN: Extension:
Email: Position: Department:
TRAVEL INFORMATION (Complete proposal must be attached for consideration)
Indicate one: In state Out of State Destination:
Name of Workshop/Conference:
Departure date: Return date:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (Please provide brief statements. If you would like to provide additional information, please attach additional pages.) 1) Will you be presenting at this Workshop/Conference? NO YES
If YES, please attach the following documents: research abstract, conference presentation acceptance letter and/or email, and copy of presentation.
2) If not presenting, please provide a brief justification and program benefit for proposed travel.
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES IN RELATION TO PROPOSAL: 1) Please justify how the proposed travel will increase the quality of classroom instruction.
FOR PASS PROGRAM USE ONLY
Funded Amt: ___________________________
Letter: ____________________________
Contract: _____________________________
Expense Report: ________________________
IC#: _________________________
Bus Coord: _________________________
Bus. Mngr: _________________________
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Traveler Name: Traveler UIN:
COSTS Airfare $ Ground Transportation
(Rental/Taxi)
$
Registration Fees $ Incidentals(Baggage fees, internet services, hotel taxes, etc)
$
Meals
$ _________/ day
$ Mileage(prior program approval required)
$
Lodging
$ ___________/night
$ Parking fees(If applicable)
$
Higher Lodging Requested:
Yes No
Grand Total $
Have you applied/received funding from any other source, including from conference you are attending? Yes No
If yes, please indicate funding source title and account #: _______________________________________________________________
SUBMISSION CHECKLIST
Please attach the following documents that apply to your request for travel funds: Event agenda, Abstract (if presenting), GSA rate sheet, any other supporting documentation
Traveler Printed Name: Traveler Signature: Date:
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Department Chair Name: Department Chair Signature: Date:
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐PASS PROGRAM USE ONLY ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐
AUTHORIZATION – PASS Program authorization is required. Additional authorization required at time of reimbursement.
Departmental Approval: ____________________________________ Date: _______________
AVP Approval: ________________________________________________ Date: _______________
By signing below, I certify that I have provided accurate information regarding travel expenses and have read and understand the PASS Conference Travel Guidelines. I certify
the travel listed above meets the objectives of the PASS Program. I understand that travel requests are evaluated and awarded upon budgeted travel funds available.
Emergency Information
Full Name: Preferred Name:
UIN/A#: DOB: Gender: M F
Address/City/State/Zip:
Phone: eMail:
Major: Status: FR SO JR SR GR
Emergency Contact: Relationship:
Address/City/State/Zip:
Phone: Alternate Phone:
eMail:
Medical Conditions Advisor/Sponsor should know about:
Drug Allergies:
Medications you are currently taking (prescription and non-prescription):
Physician's Name: Phone:
Insurance Company: Policy #:
Name of Policy Holder: Group #:
Employer:
Signature of Traveler Date
If traveler is under 18, please complete the following:
Printed Name and Signature of Parent/Guardian Date
FAC STAFF
I hereby authorize Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi to release information pertaining to
myself in the event of an emergency. This information will be made available to authorized
TAMU-CC Faculty/Staff/Organizational officers, Advisor(s) and University Police Department.
This information is considered personal and confidential.
Destination:
CT
Participant Name
(Please print or type)
ID #
(Banner A# required for
students) OR UIN for
Faculty/Staff
Status
(Faculty/Staff/
Student/Volunteer) Signature
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I:Pur/Travel/Student Travel/Forms/Participant List Form (revised 8/11/14)
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY-CORPUS CHRISTI
GROUP TRAVEL PARTICIPANT LIST
Approval must be obtained on page one at all levels.
Example: Academic Department Head as a Traveler will need the Dean's Approval
Group Travel #:
Date(s) of Travel:
Export Control Visual Compliance Vetted for all Students: YES NO N/A
TRIP ITINERARY All Travel Forms to be completed five (5) days prior to trip
Trip Information Organization:
Purpose & Benefit of Travel:
Destination (City/ST or Country):
Dates of Travel:
Contact Person at destination: Accommodations:
Address:
Phone:
Method of Transportation (check all that apply)
_____ Personal Car _____Rental Vehicle _____ Bus _____ Air _____ Train _____Other
If traveling via personal vehicle the following items are required:
Driver's Name Driver’s License
Number License Plate
Number Copy of Current Auto
Liability Insurance Card Completed Driver
Release Form
If traveling via bus/shuttle the following information is required:
Bus/Shuttle's Name: _______________________________________________________________________
Phone Number: ________________________________________ If traveling via commercial airlines the following is required for each traveler: (or attach copy of itinerary)
Name of Airline(s):
Flight Number(s):
Flight Itinerary(s):
Return Date/Time/Location:
Advisor’s/Sponsor’s Signature
Advisor's Name (if applicable):
Phone:
Is advisor traveling? Yes No
_____________________________ ____________________________ __________________ Advisor/Sponsor's printed name Signature Date:
I:/Pur/Travel/Student Travel/Forms/Travel Trip Itinerary (Revised 03-28-2013)
THE TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM
AGREEMENT FOR WAIVER, INDEMNIFICATION, ASSUMPTION OF RISK
AND MEDICAL TREATMENT AUTHORIZATION
I, _______________________, age ____, desire to participate voluntarily in all activities of the
________________________ (“Activity”), which is sponsored or conducted by or under the auspices of
_________________________ (“Sponsor”), a member of The Texas A&M University System. I am fully
aware that there are inherent risks to myself and others involved with the Activity, including but not
limited to illness, injury (including death), and loss of personal property, and I choose to voluntarily
participate in the Activity and do voluntarily assume the above mentioned risks as to myself and my
property, and to the person and property of others. I acknowledge that the Activity may be physically
strenuous. I know of no medical reason why I should not participate.
HOLD HARMLESS, INDEMNITY AND RELEASE:
For myself, my heirs, personal representatives or assigns, I do hereby release, waive, covenant not to
sue, indemnify and agree to hold harmless for any and all purposes the Sponsor, The Texas A&M
University System, the Board of Regents for The Texas A&M University System, and their
members, officers, agents, volunteers, or employees (“RELEASEES” and/or “INDEMNITEES”)
from any and all liabilities, claims, demands, injuries (including death), or damages, including court
costs and attorney’s fees and expenses, which may occur to myself, other participants, and third-
persons as a result of my participation and conduct in the Activity, while traveling to and from the
Activity, or while on the premises owned, leased, or controlled by RELEASEES/INDEMNITEES,
including injuries sustained as a result of the sole, joint, or concurrent negligence, negligence per se,
statutory fault, or strict liability of RELEASEES/INDEMNITEES. I understand this waiver does not
apply to injuries caused by intentional or grossly negligent conduct.
NO INSURANCE:
I understand that RELEASEES/INDEMNITEES do not maintain any insurance policy covering any
circumstance arising from my participation in the Activity or any event related to that participation. As
such, I am aware that I should review my personal insurance coverage. Sponsor does not carry
general liability insurance to cover claims arising from the Activity so it seeks a waiver of claims as
additional consideration for my right to participate such that Sponsor, a governmental unit of the State of
Texas, can (a) provide the activity at the lowest possible cost to participants; and (b) provide access to a
greater number of participants by expending limited resources on program materials rather than on liability
insurance.
MEDICAL AUTHORIZATION, INDEMNITY AND WAIVER:
I understand RELEASEES/INDEMNITEES cannot be expected to anticipate or control all of the risks
associated with the Activity and RELEASEES/INDEMNITEES may need to respond to illnesses,
accidents, injuries, and potential emergency situations. Therefore, I hereby give my consent for any
medical treatment, rescue or evacuation services that may be required (as determined by Sponsor
staff, medics, emergency personnel, or other medical professionals) during my participation in the Activity
with the understanding that the cost of any such treatment will be my responsibility. I, for myself, my
heirs, personal representatives or assigns, agree to indemnify and hold harmless INDEMNITEES for
any costs incurred to treat me, even if an INDEMNITEE has signed medical care facility documentation
promising to pay for the treatment due to my inability to sign the documentation. I, for myself, my heirs,
personal representatives or assigns, further agree to release, waive, covenant not to sue, and agree to
hold harmless for any and all purposes, RELEASEES from any and all liabilities, claims, demands,
injuries (including death), or damages, including court costs and attorney’s fees and expenses, that may be
sustained by me while receiving medical care or in deciding to seek medical care, including while
traveling to and from a medical care facility, including injuries sustained as a result of the sole, joint, or
WAIVER, INDEMNIFICATION, AND MEDICAL TREATMENT
AUTHORIZATION
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concurrent negligence, negligence per se, statutory fault, or strict liability of RELEASEES. I
understand this waiver does not apply to injuries caused by intentional or grossly negligent conduct.
VOLUNTARY SIGNATURE AND BINDING OF HEIRS AND ASSIGNS:
In signing this Agreement, I acknowledge and represent that I have read it, understand it, and sign it
voluntarily as my own free act and deed. Sponsor has not made and I have not relied on any oral
representations, statements, or inducements apart from the terms contained in this Agreement. I execute
this document for full, adequate and complete consideration fully intending to be bound by the same, now
and in the future. For students engaging in extracurricular activities: I understand I can choose not to
sign this document and free myself from its terms and the associated risks of the activity by simply not
participating in the activity and choosing some other activity available to me that has a lower level of risk
to me. I further understand this is a voluntary activity and that not participating in this activity will in no
way hinder my ability to obtain a degree from member institutions of The Texas A&M System. For
students going on field trips, foreign travel or other class-related activities: I understand participation
in this class/fieldtrip/activity is not mandatory and I will not be penalized for failing to participate in this
activity because an alternative activity exists for which I can receive like credit. While I understand
alternative activities are available to me that do not have the risks associated with the Activity I still desire
to voluntarily engage in the Activity.
It is my express intent that this Agreement shall bind the members of my family and spouse, if I am alive,
and my heirs, assigns and personal representatives, if I am deceased, and shall be governed by the laws of
the State of Texas.
SIGNING THIS DOCUMENT INVOLVES THE WAIVER OF VALUABLE LEGAL RIGHTS.
Should you have any questions about these rights and the ramifications of signing this
document you should consult an attorney.
SIGNED this _______ day of ______________, 20___.
Participant Signature: ________________________________________________
Printed Name: _______________________________________________________
Participant’s Date of Birth: ____________________________________________
Parent or Legal Guardian Signature: ____________________________________
(If Participant is under 18 years old)
Parent or Legal Guardian Printed Name: _________________________________
(If Participant is under 18 years old)
TAMUS-OGC-Approved 8/2011
WAIVER, INDEMNIFICATION, AND MEDICAL TREATMENT
AUTHORIZATION
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Participant Emergency Contact Information:
Participant Name:
Address:
Phone:
UIN or Drivers License #
Student __ Fac/Staff __ Dependent __ General Public __
Emergency Contact Name:
Address:
Phone:
Alternate Phone:
Relationship to Participant:
McNair Scholars Program Policy and Procedure
Title: McNair Scholars Program Tutee Request & Service Procedure Effective Date: January 2, 2013 Revised: June 2, 2016 Policy: It is the policy of McNair Scholars Program to provide efficient, caring, and
professional services for all participants including tutoring services if needed by the participant.
Those affected: All individuals who participate in the McNair Scholars Program and need tutoring.
Purpose: To detail the tutoring request and service process. 1.0 Tutoring Overview
Students in need of tutoring should meet with the McNair Manager or Assistant Director to determine what tutoring should be requested based on student academic needs. Students must be currently enrolled in classes at TAMUCC, in need of extra help in understanding course material, or preparation for graduate school entrance exams. All requests are subject to funding availability. McNair Scholars Program staff will explain the services and resources available to the participant.
2.0 Tutoring Request Form Submission and Authorization
Students should complete each section of the tutoring form based on student academic needs. Completed requests will be authorized by Manager. Any inappropriate requests will be returned to the initiating staff for clarification, referral, or denial.
3.0 Tutoring Referral
The student will be referred to appropriate tutoring free of charge. After the student receives free tutoring, the student will then have the tutor sign his/her initials on the appropriate section of the tutoring form. The student will return the completed tutoring form to the Manager. The Manager will then log the request on the Tutor Referral Tracking spreadsheet.
The Manager will notate all requested tutoring subjects in the Individual Educational Plan (IEP)
in the tutoring section of the IEP. A copy of the approved tutoring request will be filed in the tutoring notebook.
4.0 Reconciling reports
At the end of each semester the Manger will obtain completed tutoring reports from the
appropriate offices. Then he/she will note in the student file on the contact form all tutoring information using the appropriate code and title. A copy of tutoring reports will also be filed in the tutoring notebook. The Administrative Assistant will input the data to the Student Access Database at the end of each semester.
McNair Scholars Program
Policy and Procedure
Title: McNair Scholars Program Service Documentation
Effective Date: January 2, 2013 Revised: June 2, 2016 Policy: It is the policy of McNair Scholars Program to accurately document all
services provided to students.
Those affected: All individuals who participate in the McNair Scholars Program and staff.
Purpose: To detail the services provided documentation process.
1.0 Complete list of all required services and other non-mandatory
Services
§ 647.4 What activities and services does a project provide?
(a) A McNair project must provide the following services and activities:
(1) Opportunities for research or other scholarly activities at the grantee institution or at
graduate centers that are designed to provide students with effective preparation for
doctoral study.
(2) Summer internships.
(3) Seminars and other educational activities designed to prepare students for doctoral
study.
(4) Tutoring.
(5) Academic counseling.
(6) Assistance to students in securing admission to, and financial assistance for,
enrollment in graduate programs.
(b) A McNair project may provide the following services and activities:
(1) Education or counseling services designed to improve the financial and economic literacy
of students, including financial planning for postsecondary education.
(2) Mentoring programs involving faculty members at institutions of higher education, students,
or a combination of faculty members and students.
(3) Exposure to cultural events and academic programs not usually available to disadvantaged
students.
(4) Other activities designed to meet the purpose of the McNair Program in § 647.1.
(Authority: 20 U.S.C. 1070a-15) [75 FR 65794, Oct. 26, 2010]
2.0 All mandatory services are numbered according to the following list:
26 Research Activities/Scholarly Activities
27 Internships
28 Seminars/Workshops and other Educational Activities
29 Tutoring
30 Academic Counseling
31 Admission Assistance to Graduate School
32 Financial Aid Assistance
35 Conferences
36 Other can include: Conferences, Presentations, Graduate School Visits, and
Teaching Related Experience
2.1 All optional services list:
33 Education or Counseling to Improve Financial and Economic Literacy
34 Mentoring
35 Exposure to Cultural Events and Academic Programs
3.0 Record Documentation
All services will be documented by the Manager or designee in the notes section of the
participant file. The entry will begin with the service code number with a date included.
Then the service title should be entered. Then enter the detailed information about the
service provided and state the reference in the section below the detailed service. If the
service is a McNair workshop then state Sign-In Sheet Notebook. If the service is
counseling the student should sign their name next to the reference section. For all
other services state at the end of the note the number of the file section where the proof
of service is located.
4.0 Database Services Input
The Administrative Assistant or designee will review all active student files each
semester for needed input to the Access Database. All new service data will be placed
into the Student Access Database.
McNair Scholars Program
Policy and Procedures
Title: Participant Folder Organization and Maintenance
Effective Date: March 1, 2012; Revision Date: June 2, 2016
Policy: The McNair Scholars Program periodically ensures that appropriate documentation is collected and maintained. The documentation is organized in a consistent fashion in order to ensure ease of inspection by compliance officers, institutional officials, site visitors, and auditors.
Those Affected: All employees assigned to the McNair Scholars Program Purpose: To describe the organizational structure of participant files for the
McNair Scholars Program; to specify requirements for maintaining and securing participant files.
1.0 Organization of Participant Files 1.1 McNair Scholar Program files must comply with program regulations
regarding “recordkeeping” (McNair, see 34CFR647.32(c). 1.2 Each McNair file must contain a completed, signed, processed, and
approved application. This application must appear as the top item on the left side of the file. Additionally all files must be divided into six (6) main sections through the use of dividers. The text for each divider and the contents of each file section are noted in the following tables including the order the items should follow.
Section 1 McNair Participant Folder Admission Information
Application Form
Student Personal Statement
Needs Assessment
Two Faculty Recommendations
Transcript GPA Verification Form
Clearinghouse Data At admission and each semester
Admission Letter Participant Update Information Form
Section 2 Participant Progress & Agreement Forms
Project Services Participant Progress & Agreement Forms Divider Individual Educational Plan (IEP)
Participant Agreements
GPA Transcripts Class Schedules (Updated each semester)
Exit Interview Letters From Graduate Schools
Section 3 Program Assignments
Research Qualifications Divider Draft Article Discussion/Results Methods/Data Analysis Literature Review IRB (CITI) Training
Cultural Events Service Events Academic Programs
Tutoring Request Forms
Fin. Aid Literacy Certificate
Grad School Requirements Divider School List CV/Resume Personal Statement Graduate Exam Scores
Section 4 Conferences
Conferences Divider Abstracts
Power Points Poster Template
Conference Acceptance Notifications
Conference Information/Agenda
Section 5 Summer Research
Research/Inter-nship Divider Research Action Plan(RAP)
Research Materials Form (If applicable)
IRB Application and Approval letter (if applicable)
Research Article Draft
Research Mentor Approval Submission Form
Section 6 Notes/Letters
Notes/Contacts Emails/Letters All Additional Correspondence
2.0 Maintenance of Participant Files (Services Provided Section) 2.1 Timetable for documentation of services provided
No later than 30 days after a service is rendered to a McNair participant, the service must be annotated in the:
Participant’s file; and
Project database.
2.2 Organization of documentation of services provided in participant files
In participant files, annotations of services provided must be in reverse chronological order with the most recent notation on top.
2.3 Assignment of service codes in documentation of services provided
A service code must be assigned to each service provided. This service code must appear with each annotation of the service that appears in the participant’s file and in the project database. Service codes for McNair will be identical to the field numbers and names that appear in the Participant List for the program’s Annual Performance Report (see fields #26 - #36 in 2013-2014 McNair APR).
26-Research or other Scholarly Activities
31- Admission Assistance to Graduate School
36-Conferences, Presentations, Graduate School Visits, and Teaching Related Experience
27-Summer Internships 32-Financial Aid Assistance
28-Seminars/Workshops and other Educational Activities
33-Education or Counseling to Improve Fin. Literacy
29-Tutoring 34-Mentoring
30-Academic Counseling 35-Culture Events/Academic Programs
Note: If two or more services are provided on the same date, each service must be documented and each must be assigned its own service code.
2.4 Annotation of information
Annotations that are informational in nature must not be documented as services in either the participant file or the project database. Furthermore, these annotations must not be assigned service codes.
2.5 Identification of service providers and information recorders
Alongside each annotation of services or information that a staff member places into a participant file, the staff member must clearly and legibly sign his or her initial and last name.
3.0 Maintenance of Participant Files (Educational Progress Section) 3.1 Timetable for documentation of progress
The Education Progress section must contain records of all grades earned by the participant (e.g., transcripts) from their date of project entry to the end of the most recently completed academic semester. This section will include graduation documentation.
3.2 Organization of documentation of progress
Records of grades must be organized in chronological order. 4.0 Participant File Security 4.1 File Location All participant files must be maintained in a secure file cabinet. Cabinet keys are assigned to each staff member and maintained in a secure location. Any files
being worked on by a staff member must be in their sight at all times and no participant information should be in public view. 4.2 File Transfers to Non-McNair Staff at TAMUCC Under no circumstance can an original participant file leave the security of the McNair office. If other entities need to view the participant file it must be done within the McNair office and only with the approval of the McNair Director or the VP for Student Success. If a participant file needs to be viewed outside the McNair office then it must be a copy. TAMUCC staff who need a participant file and have a valid reason may copy the file in the McNair office once approved by the McNair Director or VP for Student Success. All requests need to be in writing and have a detailed security process in writing. 4.3 Non-TAMUCC Participant File Access Anyone outside of TAMUCC staff (such as auditor’s access) needs approval by the McNair Director or VP for Student Success. The process will be determined by the McNair Director or VP for Student Success which provides for file security.
McNair Scholars – Cultural/Academic Event: _________________________________________
Today’s Date: ___________________ Date of Cultural Event: ______________
Scholar’s Name: __________________________________________________________________
Academic Semester: _______________ Location of Event: __________________
*Please staple the ticket, program, or information from the cultural event to this form.
Exit Interview
Please respond to the following questions as completely as possible. This form will assist us in evaluating McNair
Services.
Name: ______________________________________ Graduation Date: ________________________
Non-TAMUCC e-mail address: ____________________________________________________________
Please provide a mailing address and telephone number where you can be reached after leaving TAMUCC.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________
If you checked out an electronic device from the program please provide us a date when item will be returned:
____________________________________
1. Will you begin graduate school immediately? Yes No
If so, at what college or university will you begin your studies? ___________________________
Do you plan to pursue the master’s degree first and go immediately to the Ph.D.? Yes No
If no, do you plan to work between degrees? Yes No
Explain your plans for graduate study if none of the above
applies______________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________
When do you plan to begin the graduate degree (Term/Year)? ___________________________
What area will you study? _________________________________________________________
Have you visited the campus where you will be enrolled? Yes No
2. If you are not planning to attend graduate school immediately, what are your immediate plans? Be
specific._____________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
If you already have employment arranged, what is the name of your employer?
______________________________________________________________________________
Job title: ___________________________ Location (city/state)? __________________________
3. If planning to attend graduate school right away, have you secured funding for your studies?
Yes No
If yes, please describe the package that you will receive. Be specific.
___________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
4. Did you enjoy working on your research project? Yes No
What did you enjoy the most?
___________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
What did you least enjoy?
___________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
5. Hypothetically speaking, if you could repeat your experience in the McNair program, would you choose the
same faculty mentor? Yes No
Explain stating what you enjoyed the most about your mentor and what you enjoyed the
least._______________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________
6. What recommendations/changes would you suggest for improvement of the TAMUCC McNair Scholars
Program? Please be specific and as candid as you would like.
___________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________
7. Which of the following was most helpful to you as a TAMUCC McNair Scholar. Please check all that apply.
Program Workshops Attendance of national conferences
Annual Poster Presentation Graduate School Planning
Research Preparation Faculty Mentoring
Working with McNair Staff presenting research orally and on posters
8. Would you recommend participation in the McNair program to a fellow student who meets the eligibility
requirements?
Yes No
If yes, what would you tell them in terms of expectations?
___________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________
For office Use Only Name of Interviewer: ______________________________________ Date: ______________________________
Graduating Seniors Checklist
Please submit the following documents:
Research Paper/Publication
Copies of the following Graduate School Assignments:
Graduate School Checklist CV
List of Recommenders
GRE Scores
Statement of Purpose/Personal Statements
Letters of acceptance from graduate programs
Letters of Rejection (if applicable)
Record of Fellowships, Assistantships, etc.
NOTE: Please return completed items to the McNair office before you leave the University.
Failure to do so will result in receiving McNair Graduation Cords.
Revised: 5/11/2016
McNair Scholars Education Plan Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
Program Manager: _________________ Implementation Date: _________________
IEP Completion Date: _________________
Part I. BASIC INFORMATION
Name: ___________________________ Year 1:_______________
Year 2:_______________ Major/Minor: _________________________
Year 3:_______________ Academic Advisor: ______________________ Expected Graduation Date: _______________
Programs/Organizations/Honor Societies: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Part II. ACHIEVING GOALS AND PLANS— Graduate School Aspirations
1. Do you plan to attend graduate school? YEAR 1: ______________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 2: ______________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 3: ______________________________________________________________________________
2. If you are going to attend, what are your three top university choices YEAR 1: ______________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 2: ______________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 3: ______________________________________________________________________________
3. If you do not plan to attend graduate school, why not? YEAR 1: ______________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 2: ______________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 3: ______________________________________________________________________________
4. If you are going to attend graduate school, what program would pursue once in graduate school? Does that program align with your current academic major?
YEAR 1: ______________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 2: ______________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 3: ______________________________________________________________________________
5. Do you plan on working after graduating? Do you plan on working on a career aligned with your current major?
Revised: 5/11/2016
YEAR 1: ______________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 2: ______________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 3: ______________________________________________________________________________
6. What is your ultimate goal you would like to achieve for your future? What are your motivations?
YEAR 1: ______________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 2: ______________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 3: ______________________________________________________________________________
Part III. McNair Requirements for students Achievement
1. What benefit do you expect to get from the McNair Scholars Program? YEAR 1: ______________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 2: ______________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 3: ______________________________________________________________________________
2. What do you think is the purpose of attending McNair Scholar Workshops? What would you like to learn or know about the Workshops?
YEAR 1: ______________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 2: ______________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 3: ______________________________________________________________________________
RESEARCH REQUIREMENTS:
1. What topic(s) of research are you interested? YEAR 1: ______________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 2: ______________________________________________________________________________
2. Potential research mentors? YEAR 1: ______________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 2: ______________________________________________________________________________
3. How will doing research or learning research methods help you achieve your educational goals? YEAR 1: ______________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 2: ______________________________________________________________________________ 4. Mandatory Research: Mandatory Research is required at least once during one Spring/Summer. 5. Date of Research/ Academic Year: ______________ Department:_________________________ 6. Research Faculty Mentor:
__________________________________________________________________________________ 7. Short Description of project/research (e.g. topic, paper title, overview)
Revised: 5/11/2016
__________________________________________________________________________________
Part IV. Needs Statement – Strategies for courses and grades
1. Course schedule: Do GPA needs improving? Do grades need improving? What are your plans to improve your grades to have a good GPA?
YEAR 1: ______________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
YEAR 2: ______________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________
YEAR 3: ______________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________
Comments: ___________________________________________________________________________
2. Tutoring: Do you plan to receive tutoring? If so, what subject? Would you like to tutor or have tutored someone before? If so, what subjects?
YEAR 1: ______________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 2: ______________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________YEAR 3: ______________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ Comments: ___________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________
3. Writing Skills: What would you rate your writing skills from a scale of 1-10? Do you have writer’s block or does writing come easy to you? What do you receive on your writing/research papers? How are your organization skills?
YEAR 1: ______________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 2: ______________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 3: ______________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________Comments: ___________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________
4. Speaking/Presentation Skills: Have you presented in class/conference/symposium before? What grade did you receive in presentations? How do you feel when you present in front of people? How do rate your skills?
YEAR 1: ______________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 2: ______________________________________________________________________________
Revised: 5/11/2016
_____________________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 3: ______________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ Comments: ___________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________
5. Communication with Faculty Mentor: How do you feel about communicating with your professor? Do you have any strategies when you approach faculty members? Have you had problems with communicating with your professor?
YEAR 1: ______________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 2: ______________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 3: ______________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ Comments: ___________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________
6. Time Management: What strategies do you use to help you manage your educational time? How are you with procrastination? Do you get stresses when procrastinating?
YEAR 1: ______________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 2: ______________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 3: ______________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ Comments: ___________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________
7. GRE: Have you ever taken GRE? If so, when? What were your scores? Are you satisfied with your scores? If not, do you plan on taking the exam again? Otherwise, when do you plan on taking the exam? Do you know what to expect for the test?
YEAR 1: ______________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 2: ______________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 3: ______________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ Comments: ___________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ Part V. Goal with McNair Scholars
1. Strengths: How will you achieve your goal using and maintaining strengths with McNair Scholars Program?
YEAR 1: ______________________________________________________________________________
Revised: 5/11/2016
_____________________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 2: ______________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 3: ______________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ Comments: ___________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________
2. Weaknesses: How will you plan to overcome weakness to achieve your goal with the McNair Scholars Program?
YEAR 1: ______________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 2: ______________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 3: ______________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ Comments: ___________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ Update Part & Number: ________________ Date: ________________Scholar Initials: _______
________________ Date: ________________ Scholar Initials: _______ ________________ Date: ________________ Scholar Initials: _______ ________________ Date: ________________ Scholar Initials: _______ ________________ Date: ________________ Scholar Initials: _______ ________________ Date: ________________ Scholar Initials: _______ ________________ Date: ________________ Scholar Initials: _______ ________________ Date: ________________ Scholar Initials: _______ ________________ Date: ________________ Scholar Initials: _______ ________________ Date: ________________ Scholar Initials: _______ ________________ Date: ________________ Scholar Initials: _______ ________________ Date: ________________ Scholar Initials: _______ ________________ Date: ________________ Scholar Initials: _______ ________________ Date: ________________ Scholar Initials: _______ ________________ Date: ________________ Scholar Initials: _______ ________________ Date: ________________ Scholar Initials: _______ ________________ Date: ________________ Scholar Initials: _______ ________________ Date: ________________ Scholar Initials: _______ ________________ Date: ________________ Scholar Initials: _______ ________________ Date: ________________ Scholar Initials: _______ ________________ Date: ________________ Scholar Initials: _______ ________________ Date: ________________ Scholar Initials: _______ ________________ Date: ________________ Scholar Initials: _______ ________________ Date: ________________ Scholar Initials: _______
IEP Completion Date: __________________________________________
McNair Projects are Funded by Grants from the U.S. Department of Education
CERTIFICATION OF MCNAIR PROGRAM PARTICIPATION
AND REQUEST FOR ADMISSION APPLICATION FEE WAIVER
McNair Scholar Name: __________________________________________ Undergraduate Major: __________________________________________ Institution: __________________________________________ McNair Program and Dates: __________________________________________ College/University where student participated in McNair Program Research Topic(s): __________________________________________ __________________________________________ Faculty Mentor(s)/Department(s): __________________________________________ __________________________________________ The Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program, funded by the U. S. Department of Education, is designed to provide effective preparation for doctoral study for low-income, first generation, and underrepresented undergraduate students. Selection as a McNair Scholar is the result of a competitive process to participate in a program that prepares them for success in graduate school. The student named above requests an admission application fee waiver. My signature below certifies that the above named student has participated in the McNair Program. ______________________________ ______________________________ Please Print Name and Title of Project Official Official’s Signature ______________________________ ______________________________ Official’s Phone Number Official’s Email
A project of the Council of Graduate Schools and the Council for Opportunity in Education McNair Joint Committee
2016 – 2017 Project Services
26. Research or Other Scholarly Activities
27. Summer Internships
28. Seminars and Other Educational Activities
29. Tutoring
30. Academic Counseling
31. Admission Assistance to Graduate School
32. Financial Aid Assistance
33. Education or Counseling to Improve Financial and Economic Literacy
34. Mentoring
35. Exposure to Cultural Events and Academic Programs
36. Other can include: Conferences, Presentations, Graduate School Visits, and Teaching
Related Experience
*Definitions of each project service is attached
Revised: 8/12/2016
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: R/L# _______________ AMOUNT: ________________ RCV’D: ________________ IC# _________________
Updated: 8/31/16
AccountNumber Component ObjectCode Amount Notes
Total $
BusCoord: Date:
BusinessManager: Date:
STUDENT PRE‐APPROVALPURCHASEJUSTIFICATIONREQUESTFORM
Request Date:
Requestor:
Vendor/Company Supplier:
Department Initiating Purchase:
Title of Requestor:
Quote Attached: Yes No
Is there funding from any other source available for this purchase? Yes No
If yes, please contact your department Business Coord/Business Manager
Explain the purpose of the request and how this relates to the objectives of the PASS Programs:
Description of requested items:
Estimated Cost: $ (attach any supporting documentation to this form)
Requested By: ______________________________________________________ Date: _____________________ (Signature)
Department Approval: _______________________________________________ Date: _____________________ (Signature)
PASS Approval: ______________________________________________________ Date: _____________________ (Signature, Executive Director, if required)
AVP Approval: _______________________________________________________ Date: _____________________ (Signature, Dr. Gerardo Moreno, AVP for Student Success)
**Please return this form with any supporting documentation to your department Business Coordinator/Business Manager**
Tutoring Form
Please fill out each section of the tutoring form. This will help McNair staff measure tutoring services.
Tutor’s Initials: _________________
Student: _______________________________ Subject: _______________________________ Tutor’s Name: __________________________ Date: __________________________________ Time in: ___________________ Time Out: _____________________
TRiO is a federally funded program through the U.S. Department of Education.
Tutoring Form
Please fill out each section of the tutoring form. This will help McNair staff measure tutoring services.
Tutor’s Initials: _________________
Student: _______________________________ Subject: _______________________________ Tutor’s Name: __________________________ Date: __________________________________ Time in: ___________________ Time Out: _____________________
TRiO is a federally funded program through the U.S. Department of Education.
PROPERTY OFFICE OFF-CAMPUS USE PERMIT FORM
CHECK-OUT INFORMATION
Individual identified above is authorized to remove the above-described property as requested from the Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi campus.
Authorized by: (Both signatures required) _______________________________________ _________________________________________ Accountable/Alternate Property Officer Signature Date
________________________________________ _________________________________________ Department Head/Director Signature Date
Department/Sub-department
Name of person in custody of the asset (Please print) Faculty/Staff
Student
Asset #: Asset Description:
Serial #: Current Condition: Excellent Good Fair Poor
Date Property Checked-out:
Purpose for off-campus use:
If Student: Birthdate ______________ Driver’s License # __________________________ State _________ User understands that the equipment is the property of Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. If user fails to return the equipment when due or requested, the equipment will be reported as stolen and user is subject to criminal prosecution of a state felony. Punishment could include confinement in a state jail ranging from 180 days to two years. I understand that the above-listed property is to be used to conduct official Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi business or instruction. I understand that I am responsible for the property listed above while it is on loan to me. I will exercise reasonable care of this equipment and safeguard it against theft, damage, and misuse. I agree to keep the laptop with me at all times. I understand that I am personally responsible if it is lost, stolen, or damaged. I will pay all repair/replacement costs resulting from damage or loss (including theft) of the laptop and its accessories while it is checked out in my name. Determination of liability is made after the University Police Department conducts an investigation and by Department Head. Upon return staff member will verify that all equipment pieces have been returned. I will allow sufficient time for this process. I acknowledge that TAMU-CC and the department is not responsible for damage to files or removable media caused by viruses that may exist on the network or spread through the network, or that may exist on the laptop or spread through the laptop.
_________________________________________ _________________________________________
Borrower’s Signature Date
PROPERTY OFFICE OFF-CAMPUS USE PERMIT FORM - Page 2
Comments:
CHECK-IN INFORMATION
Individual identified below has returned the property described on Page 1 to Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi as required.
Department/Sub-department
Name of person returning the asset (Please print)
Date property returned: Signature:
ASSET VERIFICATION
Individual identified below has visually inspected the condition of the described property, verified asset information, and accepted the return of the property.
Department/Sub-department
Name of person accepting return of property (Please print)
Asset Tag # verified: Yes No Asset #: _____________________
Serial # verified: Yes No Serial #: _____________________
Asset description verified: Yes No
Property Condition upon return: Excellent Good Fair Poor
Date property accepted: Signature:
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The Nuts and Bolts of the
Graduate School Application
Process
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TIME LINE FOR GRADUATE SCHOOL/SCHOLARSHIP/FELLOWSHIP APPLICATIONS PROCESS
SPRING, JUNIOR YEAR
JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL MAY
*Identify schools and scholarships
SUMMER, JUNIOR YEAR FALL, SENIOR YEAR SPRING, SENIOR YEAR
JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL MAY
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*Wait for responses
*Set up campus and departmental visits
*Prepare for graduation
NOTE – DEADLINES VARY BETWEEN AND WITHIN INSTITUTIONS. PAY
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GRADUATE SCHOOL APPLICATIONS CHECKLIST
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INDIVIDUAL SCHOLARSHIP/FELLOWSHIP CHECKLIST FOR
(NAME OF SCHOLARSHIP/FELLOWSHIP)
TASK COMPLETED
1. Meeting/communication with fellowships/scholarship sponsor
2. Application typed
3. Essay(s) completed
4. Letters of Recommendation
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6. Resume/vita updated
7. Thank you letters/emails sent
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To be photocopied as necessary.
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How to Succeed in Getting Great Letters of Recommendation for
Graduate School
Choose your recommender carefully – if you only had one class with him/her, please reconsider. If you have any questions regarding what the person will write, again, you might want to reconsider. Remember, you want a glowing letter.
Once you have chosen the person and have asked if they would be willing to write letters, provide for them the following
packet: o Cover letter – to include – thanks in advance, what is included in the packet, and exactly what you want in clear
and concise language. Indicate for each school when the letters must be mailed or picked up by. You might want to shorten the deadline if the individual has the tendency to procrastinate. Remember, some schools award funds based on first-come-first-served basis.
Always allow 2-4 weeks for them to write the letter. For example, “I am applying to three schools:
1. Yale – please fill out the online form after you receive the registration email. This should occur prior to 12.01.13.
2. CSU-, please fill out form, add a short narrative on letterhead, and seal in the official CSU envelope. Please sign the back of the envelope and call me at the following number by 12.1.13. I will come and pick it up as all information has to be mailed together in one envelope;
3. Harvard – please write a letter on letterhead, seal, sign on back, and mail to the address on the attached form, please send before 11.14.13.
o Curriculum Vitae/ Resume – short, one to two pages o Personal statement o Forms and envelopes for each school
separated in some way (clips, colored paper, file folders). o Put all of the above in a file folder, binder, etc.
make the package as neat as possible
