Nontraditional Student Week
In honor and recognition of returning adult students, colleges and universities all over the U.S. celebrate National Nontraditional Student Week, November 5–9, 2012.
Chancellor Wells has designated the week as Nontraditional Student Week at UW Oshkosh as well, to draw attention to the more than 3,000 nontraditional undergraduate and graduate students at UW Oshkosh.
Share your recipe
Help us create a nontraditional student cookbook! Submit your recipes online and you will automatically be entered into a drawing for a $25 Reeve Union gift card.
We are looking for quick and easy meals (30-minute or less and make-ahead meals), kid-friendly recipes (simple recipes that satisfy even your pickiest eater) and on-the-go recipes (submit recipes for on-the-go breakfast, lunch and snacks).
Schedule of Events
In celebration, the Division of Lifelong Learning and Community Engagement (LLCE), the Nontraditional Student Organization (NTSO) and the Alpha Sigma Lambda Honor Society will hold special events throughout the week.
Monday, November 5, 2012
Circle of Perspectives
7–9 p.m. • Reeve Union, room 306Join the non-partisan, group dialogues that involve critical thinking around diversity and social inequalities.
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Lunch and Learn: Credit for Prior Learning
Noon–1 p.m. • Reeve Union, room 221
Stop by for lunch provided by NTSO and learn ways UW Oshkosh students can earn college credit for their valuable work and life experiences. Facilitated by Dr. Karen Bowen, Credit for Prior Learning specialist.
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
LLCE and NTSO table
11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. • Reeve Union Concourse
Stop by and visit with us while you enjoy FREE popcorn and coupons from University Books and More!
Dining with Professionals
5–7 p.m. • La Sure's Banquet Hall
Sponsored by Career Services, come learn the basic fundamentals of networking, dinner conversations and proper dining etiquette. Visit the Career Services website for more information and to register.
Thursday, November 8, 2012
LLCE and NTSO table
11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. • Reeve Union Concourse
Stop by and visit with us and purchase puppy chow and receive coupons for University Books and More! Proceeds from the puppy chow fundraiser will be used to help nontraditional students attend a national student leadership conference in April.
Webinar: Finding support and resources on campus
Register online to reserve your spot! The webinar will also be recorded and can be viewed at a later date and time.
Friday, November 9, 2012
LLCE and NTSO table and Thank a veteran
11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. • Reeve Union Concourse
In honor of our student veterans, stop by and show your support by thanking them for their service to our country. Don't forget to pick up a flag and your discount coupon from University Book and More!
Omega Kappa Honor Society Induction Ceremony
6 p.m. • Sage Hall, room 1210
Join us as we induct new members into our honor society and recognize outstanding nontraditional students and their supporters.
More Information
For more information on any of these events or the week in general, please contact Wendy Van Ahn at vanahn@uwosh.edu or call (920) 424-3350.
