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Kaplan University Chapter Newsletter May 2015 Issue
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Hello Kaplan Chapter,
This is your Freelance Coordinator, Tallulah Bowser, and I hope you all are enjoying beautiful spring weather, and are doing well in your studies!
Scholars, are you ready for the biggest summer event of the year??
Scholarcon 2015!
Scholarcon is an innovative conference hosted by The National Society of Collegiate Scholars where stu-dents come together in a community driven by bold ideas!
Attend Scholarcon to discover the path to your ideal career, make your dreams a reality, and dare to change the world!
To register, check out the program overview, and check out the amazing guest speakers visit www.scholarcon.org.
Scholarcon 2015 starts June 25-28th, 2015 in Orlando, Florida at the Hilton Hotel.
Use my discount code (INSC15TBOW) to receive 10% off your registration!
Scholars, want to become more involved in your chapter? Want to expand your writing skills and ex-plore your creativity?
The Newsletter Team is the place for you!
We would like to Welcome to the team, Jennifer Sizemore and Kelly Hinds!
Current open positions include Family and Health Writer, and Editor.
For more information on positions, and/or if you would like to attend our next meeting on Friday May 8th, 2015 at 10 pm EST, email me at [email protected]
We hope to see you there!
Scholars, we hope you enjoy your May Issue of our Kaplan Chapter Newsletter!
Happy Reading!
Tallulah Bowser, Freelance Coordinator.
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We are happy to have aligned the chapter with the Wounded Warrior Project, which states that the “Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) takes a holis-tic approach when serving warriors and their families to nurture the mind and body, and encourage economic em-
powerment and engagement. Through a high-touch and interactive approach, WWP hopes to foster the most successful, well-adjusted generation of wounded service members in our nation's history”.
Our first event is a fundraiser and benefit concert. We are so excited to be doing such an ambitious project! A donation of any amount is appreciated, even if only a couple of dollars! You can donate to our fundraising portal on the WWP website by clicking here. If you are near Cleveland, TX on May 23rd, come on down to the concert! The concert website is located here and the venue is at the American Legion Hall 393, 25774 HWY 321, Cleveland, TX. The concert is from 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm. Make sure to come say hi to Wes and I!
A HUGE thank you to all of the student ambassadors that have helped with our snail mail advertising cam-paign! You are appreciated!
Kathy,
KUNSCS President
Kelly Hinds, Psychology Writer
My name is Kelly Hinds. I
live with my husband and
three children in Ohio. I
have a bright and beauti-
ful 8 year old daughter
named Selina, a hand-
some and charming 5
year old little man named
Ethan, and a spunky lovable 2 year old named Sophia.
I currently work as a Program Specialist for a residen-
tial company that provides services for adults with
developmental disabilities. I am a veteran for the US
Army where I served shortly after my first year of col-
lege. I attended Otterbein University for my freshman
year. Prior to coming to Kaplan I was out of school for
12 years! I attend Kaplan full time and I have been a
member of NSCS since February 2015! I have only
been a member a short time, but I plan to take full
advantage of any opportunities I can here. One of
those opportunities is writing for the NSCS newsletter
as the Psychology Writer. I greatly enjoy writing and
my class work. My schedule may seem overwhelming,
but attending Kaplan is like my hobby. It is the time I
spend for myself. It also offers me the chance to show
my children what is possible when you put your mind
to something. My passion in life is people. Anything I
can do with, for, or about people is what inspires me
and makes me happy. I hope that my inspirations can
translate through my articles to become inspirations
for you!
Meet the Newest Members of the
Newsletter Team!
Upcoming Event!
Wounded Warrior Project Fundraiser
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Jennifer Sizemore, Secretary & Business Writer
I am a single mother of 3
boys ages 24, 16 and 8. My
youngest is autistic and I
work very hard to provide a
good and stable life for him.
I have a Bachelor's Degree in
Business Administration and
I am currently working on
my Master's Degree in Legal
Studies. I have not yet decided what I want to do with
my degree; however, I am strongly leaning toward
becoming an attorney. I may change my mind as my
classes get closer to the end. Right now, I am just en-
joying my time here and look forward to all the intel-
lectual challenges that await me.
Spring is here and clean-
ing is in the air! While
most people prepare for
their annual spring clean
there is something else
you should be thinking
about this time of year. Cleaning out the closet helps
you feel refreshed and gives you a chance to get out
with the old and in with the new. This same process
can be applied to the mind!
Winter has ended but the blues are still hang-
ing around. During the winter months it is easy to feel
a lack of motivation, energy, and good moods. As
spring is moving in so should the positive thoughts.
There are ways to take care of the mind and clean out
those negative winter moods. Nothing can be more
motivating than the warm sun and colorful flowers to
ignite the mood outside, so why not find these same
concepts inside of you? Make your own “warm sun
and colorful landscapes” to set the mood from with-
in. Some simple changes can have a major impact.
First thing when you wake up in the morning,
before doing anything else, drink a glass of water and
think of one thing you are thankful for. Starting the
day with a life source and good thought can set the
tone for your mind and body. The body needs water
and the mind needs positive thoughts to thrive. Posi-
tive emotions can guard against stress, depression,
and promote overall health (Dolphin, Steinhardt, &
Cance, 2015). Making your first conscious thought a
positive one every day will become habitual and posi-
tive thoughts will come easier throughout the rest of
your day.
Next try setting a goal to make each day
better for one other person. Whether it is big or
small, focusing on others is a great way to take your
mind away from negative stressors. Adding a goal
encourages the mind to focus. Just like the decrease
in moods, winter blues can decrease the cognitive
abilities. Setting a goal provides many benefits from
motivation to adaptation. Combining goals with posi-
tive intentions increases those benefits throughout
our mind and mood (West, Bagwell, & Dark, 2005).
You may notice that Jennifer’s hair is bright blue! In
support of autism awareness Jennifer recently dyed
her hair this vibrant hue. On April 2nd for Light It
Up Blue Day, Jennifer’s autistic son also sported
blue hair and “loved it” as she exclaimed!
Spring Cleaning Our Minds
By: Kelly Hinds
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After spending time focusing on those around you it
is important not to forget about yourself.
Last but certainly not least, take one day a
week for yourself. Find something that makes you
feel good and take 30 minutes that is only for you. In
this fast paced world where the slowest changes
come in seasons, it is far too easy to forget the things
that we enjoy. Indulge in a local class each week from
painting to jazzercise, have a lunch date with friends,
or spend time alone relaxing to your favorite music.
Setting aside personal time deters the development
of resentment and envy. It gives a sense of identity
and worth that is only achieved when we care for
ourselves. If you follow this routine your “sun” will be
shining inside and out by summer! So put down the
brooms and trash bags. Today it is time to spring
clean our minds!
Dolphin, K. E., Steinhardt, M. A., & Cance, J. D. (2015).
The role of positive emotions in reducing depres-
sive symptoms among Army wives. Military Psy-
chology,27(1), 22-35. doi:10.1037/mil0000062
West, R. L., Bagwell, D. K., & Dark-Freudeman, A.
(2005). Memory and Goal Setting: The Response
of Older and Younger Adults to Positive and Ob-
jective Feedback. Psychology And Aging, 20(2),
195-201. doi:10.1037/0882-7974.20.2.195
Vegetable Kabobs
Ingredients:
2 cups cremini mushrooms
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red onion, chopped
1 zucchini, sliced
1 yellow zucchini, sliced
For the marinade:
1/4 cup olive oil
3 cloves garlic, pressed
Juice of 1 lemon
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Directions:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic,
lemon juice, oregano and basil; season with salt
and pepper, to taste.
Thread mushrooms, tomatoes, bell peppers, on-
ion and zucchini onto skewers. Place skewers on-
to a baking sheet. Brush olive oil mixture onto the
skewers and let sit for 10-15 minutes.
Place into oven and roast until tender, about 10-
12 minutes or grill over medium high heat, about
5-6 minutes per side.
Recipe from: http://damndelicious.net/2014/08/22/
vegetable-kabobs/
Kaplan Kitchen Korner
By: Megan Hemling
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Contact Information
Tallulah Bowser-Freelance Coordinator
Megan Hemling-Editor
Jennifer Sizemore-Secretary/Business Writer
Kelly Hinds-Psychology Writer
Stephanie Reeves-Health/Family Writer
Robert Griffin-Military Writer
Dear KUNSCS, I have come back to school in or-der to advance in my career. I have been working in my field for 25 years and working my way up through experience alone, but with the changing times, that is not enough and I need a degree. It seems absurd to me to spend four years studying the subjects I already know so much about. Not to mention, taking myself away from work to do so. Is there any way I can utilize my previous experiences to excel my degree plan?
-Looking to Advance
Dear Looking to Advance, You are in luck! Kaplan offers a course called EL203 that helps students convert their experienc-es into actual credits that can be used towards their degree. Throughout the course, students work on creating a portfolio of their work and life experiences to be submitted for review at the end of the term. If the Prior Learning Assessment Center decides to grant credits for the previous experience outlined in the portfolio, you could end up saving time and money on your education! For more information on the course and to find out if it is right for you contact a Kaplan Learning Advisor.
-KUNSCS
