STEP this week 10/11-10/15

Hello STEP Students,

We have several announcements for this week:

• Tuesday October 12 from 12:15-1:15, we are pleased to offer a Nursing Workshop for students who are interested in learning more about pursuing a career in Nursing. This is the only time we will offer this workshop this semester, so don’t miss out!
• Wednesday, October 13 from 12:15-1:15, we are offering a Scholarship Workshop taught by Financial Aid staff. They will provide valuable information and tips for those students who are interested in learning how to look for scholarships. Please join us!
• Friday, October 15 we will be visiting ASU Main Campus for a Campus Tour. We will meet at 9:30 for a prompt 9:45 departure and return by 3pm. If you signed up and can no longer attend, please let us know ASAP.
• Mark your calendars! The College Depot on the 2^nd floor of the Burton Barr Phoenix Library Wednesday is holding some valuable workshops! October 21 they will offer a Searching for Scholarships Workshop from 5-6pm. On October 27 from 5-6 p.m. they will offer a How to Pay for College Workshop. Call 602-261-8847 or email college.depot@phoenix.gov for more information and to reserve your spot.
• The Hispanic Women’s Conference will be October 21-22. STEP has a limited number of tickets for students to attend. This opportunity is open to all women in the STEP Program. The Conference will have workshops on various career and success topics. Please stop by the office to secure your spot in you are interested in attending.
• Laura Smith, the STEP Academic Advisor, will be holding late hours every Wednesday from 10:30 a.m. – 7 p.m. This is a great opportunity for those students taking evening classes to connect with our advisor to update check sheets, register for Spring 2010, and apply for graduation. Remember, visiting Laura counts as one Academic Unit toward Grant Aid! Please call 602.305.5676 or stop by the office to schedule an appointment.
• We have less than 17 spots left for new STEP students. If you have a friend or relative who might be interested in STEP, please send them to our office so we can give them some information. Don’t delay – we only have a few weeks left for our fall recruitment!
• Remember, if you complete your Financial Literacy 101 on-line course and bring in your certificate, you will receive a free flash drive from STEP! Visit www.financialliteracy101.org and use the password SMCCSSS to login the New Member field.

Have a good week!