National Society of Collegiate Scholars at UW - Madison

Have you applied for an NSCS Scholarship yet? No???
Be sure to check out the list of available scholarships here: https://nscs.org/nscs-scholarships/

NSCS Scholarships | Further Your Education | Apply Today NSCS offers 26 different national scholarship opportunities throughout the spring, summer, and fall, and each chapter also offers additional opportunities.

We are getting so excited to welcome new members to our chapter next week!!!! If you're new here, don't forget to sign up for our Scholar Central group so you can be in-the-know about our chapter events and ways you can get involved.
Scholar Central: member.nscs.org

UW-Madison is hosting a VIRTUAL GROUP ADVISING: HOW TO CHOOSE A MAJOR on OCTOBER 12 @ 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM CT. Here is the link: https://cec.ccas.wisc.edu/event/virtual-group-advising-how-to-choose-a-major-3/

Here are other upcoming Career Exploration Events: https://cec.ccas.wisc.edu/events/

Virtual Group Advising: How to Choose a Major There are more than 150 majors at UW-Madison, so how do you choose? The Career Exploration Center is here to help as you explore your major options. During these group advising events, you will have …

Happy Saturday, NSCS members!

We are excited to announce that our first online meeting will be on Tuesday, October 13th from 5-6pm CT via Zoom. We will be holding a meet and greet/information session for our new members! Please join using this link: https://uwmadison.zoom.us/j/94373223590

Additionally, we still have some officer positions that are available! If you are interested, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/eG7inHtfV4sbeVss9

Have a great weekend!
Megan Reilly
VP of PR and Recruitment
UW-Madison NSCS

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The National Society of Collegiate Scholars The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) is an honors organization that recognizes and elevates high achievers.

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Staying connected in a digital environment during this global pandemic is key. NSCS’ Scott Mobley shares tips for keeping students engaged.

https://universitybusiness.com/the-3-cs-of-maintaining-student-engagement-online/

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Sometimes, you can feel your anxiety rise as life’s stressors put you through the wringer. If you need an easy way to bring your inner peace back to the forefront of your life, these tips might work for you!

https://talknerdy2me.org/5-ways-to-bring-your-anxiety-level-down-right-now/

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Exercising can lift your morale and keep you in shape when you’re house-bound. These five forms of exercise in particular will help you to work up a sweat at home.

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Hi scholars,
Stay healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic with these tips.

https://www.activeminds.org/blog/coping-and-staying-emotionally-well-during-covid-19-related-school-closures/

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Life as a college student is really some of the most interesting years of your life and these tweets really do sum what life as a college student is today.

https://www.collegeentrepreneur101.com/20-tweets-that-sum-up-life-as-a-college-student/

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It doesn’t matter if you are preparing for your first interview or your 100th; meeting your potential new bosses is always a nerve-wracking experience. Here are some things to keep in mind!

https://talknerdy2me.org/you-can-ace-any-interview-with-these-6-essential-tips/

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Many universities are exploring official channels for peer support to supplement professional treatment options, check it out!

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We understand college is stressful, especially during midterms. Here are some techniques to keep you from becoming overwhelmed! You got this!

https://collegeinfogeek.com/feeling-overwhelmed/

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Hey NSCS!

We still have one more slot available for the resume workshop on Monday, March 9th at 7PM - 8PM with John Mirasola of The Epilepsy Foundation!

Sign up using the link below!
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1kAW1-osSHyehJTlT7HGSMpkuHp3LJ6ZFsuUlgIjN7J8/edit?usp=sharing

Resume Building Workshop Sheet1 Resume Building Workshop with John Mirasola Monday, March 2nd from 7-8pm,Tuesday, March 3rd from 7-8pm,Monday March 9th from 7-8pm College Library Room 2191C,College Library Room 2191C,TBD Name,Email,Name,Email,Name,Email Lily Weglarek,[email protected]

Hi Scholars,
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Check it out!
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Hi scholars, we're pleased to share this article that lists a variety of 2020 scholarships!

Check it out!
https://collegesofdistinction.com/advice/the-mega-list-of-scholarships-you-should-apply-for-class-of-2019-2020/

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Sign up using this link! The deadline to sign up is the same day as the event! HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1WeEk-Pq_Wjz6rbUoih8OTt9xBkXRLlsyDYqrWJhErzI/edit?usp=sharing

Hi everyone! Thank you to everyone who came out to our kick-off meeting last week! For anyone who missed it, here is a link to the slides that were presented! https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ytyHmv6sWJ6GYDOB7xDXMqcJ5EUVgariJHZZ0jBPRHo/edit?usp=sharing

Again, if you are interested in doing a PACE event this semester and are available on either Tuesday or Thursday mornings, please contact Alexa, Lily, and/or Deirdre!

If you have any questions or concerns about anything, please contact any of the officers!

Kick-off meeting TONIGHT!!!
7pm at 1101 Humanities
There will be PIZZA!!!

Come hang out and get to learn more about NSCS and meet the exec board!

Our sale is ending soon! Don’t miss 15% off all merch except grad gear! Visit https://store.nscs.org/ to shop now.

We hope you're staying warm, NSCS!

Important updates!

1. We have a volunteer event scheduled! Come volunteer at Henry Vilas Zoo at their event, Zoo Lights, on December 5th at 5:30-9:00! Volunteers will be helping around the carousal, at the gate, and helping with pictures with Santa! This is a fun opportunity to go to the zoo and hang out with kids! There are 10 spots available. Sign up here:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1eOtOLYz2NCg6ok--p89MJtvWJMsM6gpUHeLSGlsp6NA/edit?usp=sharing

2. The next and final resume building workshop is next week on November 19th (for juniors and seniors) in Room 2191D of College Library. There are still spots available, so please sign up! John Mirasola, head of employee services at the Epilepsy Foundation, will be leading this workshop!
sign up here:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Lj1GyQK9pRNznr47VklEaye8PqRflv90l24OoRoQtHM/edit?usp=sharing

3. Fall Induction will be this Thursday November 14th from 7-9pm in 2241 Chamberlain. Remember, the event is required for all new national members. If you are a freshman, you may still be inducted this fall even though you cannot register on the national site until next semester!
You are welcome to invite your family and friends.
Attire: business casual
RSVP here: https://mynscs.secure.force.com/dc/reg/2019UW-Madison

Zoo Lights Sign Up Sheet1 Zoo Lights December 5th at Henry Vilas Zoo Name,Email Waitlist

Hi NSCS!

Here are a few reminders about the important upcoming events we have going on!

1.We will be hosting a study session with the board members next Tuesday, November 12th from 6-8pm in Room M279 of Memorial Library. Bring a friend and work on homework together! This is also a great opportunity to get to know the board members and ask questions about the club!

2. Thank you to those who attended the resume building workshop yesterday! We hope you gained useful skills to perfect your resume!
The next session is on November 19th (for juniors and seniors) in Room 2191D of College Library. There are still spots available, so please sign up!
John Mirasola, head of employee services at the Epilepsy Foundation, will be leading this workshop. There are two more sessions, each lasting 45 minutes. The maximum number of people per session is 3 people. However, there is a waitlist underneath each section if you'd like to hold a place in case someone cancels.
We have extended the deadline to sign up; it is now Monday, November 11th.
The link to sign up is here:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Lj1GyQK9pRNznr47VklEaye8PqRflv90l24OoRoQtHM/edit?usp=sharing

3. Fall Induction will be on Thursday, November 14th from 7-9pm in 2241 Chamberlain. Remember, this event is required for all new national members. If you are a freshman, you may still be inducted this fall even though you cannot register on the national site until next semester!
You are welcome to invite your family and friends.
Attire: business casual
RSVP for Induction here: https://mynscs.secure.force.com/dc/reg/2019UW-Madison

Resume Building Workshop Sheet1 Freshman/Sophomore,Junior/Senior November 5th in 2191A College Library,November 19th in 2191D College Library 6:00-6:45pm,7:00-7:45pm,6:00-6:45pm,7:00-7:45pm Name,Email,Ken Wang,[email protected],Gavin Zan Liang,[email protected] Name,Email,trevor holtz,[email protected],Name,Email Name,Email

Hey NSCS!

We hope midterms are going well for everyone! Here are just a few things to look out for coming up!

1. We are hosting a Resume Building Workshop with John Mirasola. John Mirasola is head of employee services at the Epilepsy Foundation. This will take place on November 5th (for freshmen and sophomores) and November 19th (for juniors and seniors). There are four sessions (one for juniors and seniors), each lasting 45 minutes. The maximum number of people per session is 3 people. However, there is a wait list if you'd like to hold a place in case someone cancels. This is a really great opportunity since this is a customized workshop that you would normally have to pay for, but NSCS is offering it for free!
Please sign up by October 30th.
The link to sign up is here:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Lj1GyQK9pRNznr47VklEaye8PqRflv90l24OoRoQtHM/edit?usp=sharing

2. Fall induction will be on Thursday, November 14th from 7pm-9pm. This is a REQUIRED event for all new national members. If you are a freshman, you can still be inducted this fall even though you cannot register on the national site until next semester! You are welcome to invite your family and friends. The attire is business casual.
RSVP for induction here:
https://mynscs.secure.force.com/dc/reg/2019UW-Madison

Have a great week!

Resume Building Workshop Sheet1 Freshman/Sophomore,Junior/Senior November 5th,November 19th 6:00-6:45pm,7:00-7:45pm,6:00-6:45pm,7:00-7:45pm Name,Ken Wang,Gavin Zan Liang,Name Name,Marta Kowalik,Name,Name Name,Theju Vembakkam,Name,Name Waitlist,Waitlist,Waitlist,Waitlist

Hey scholars! Hope you guys are having a wonderful summer! So eager to see you all in the fall!

Office hours will be held this Wednesday, April 17th from 5-7 pm in the Council Room of Memorial Union (4th floor). Feel free to come with any questions you may have!! Pizza will be served

Exciting news!! Nscs has officially launched their new online store and debuted some impressive graduation regalia as well. Check it out here https://store.nscs.org/

thank you to all who came out to the induction ceremony tonight!! we had a great turn and loved seeing you all there. congrats to our newly inducted members❤️ (head on over to our instagram page : to see some photos of the event)