Current Scholars
Upcoming Workshops:
October 4, 2023: Financial Aid 101 Hybrid Event at 12 noon- please sign up here.
October 24, 2023: Conflict Resolution Zoom at 12 noon- please sign up here.
November 15, 2023: AI in the Classroom Zoom at 12 noon- please sign up here.
Freshman: attend 3 HSF workshops
Reason: Create connections with HSF. Starting college can be hard and these workshops are specific to your phase of life. This will help create connections with other Hendrick scholars as well. Offered on Zoom with breakout rooms.
Sophomore (+): attend 3 campus workshops
Reason: Statistically, students are more successful in college if they get involved on campus. The goal is to meet other students, connect to campus resources, network, etc. Campuses offer virtual workshops as well to accommodate.
*Workshop must be a learning environment*
Proof of workshop: submit a paragraph of what you learned/what it was about. Submission Form
Seniors/Graduating:
We will offer one on one advisement to prepare you for the workforce. Your coach and coordinator will contact you. Must meet 3 times.
All Hendrick Workshops are still available to students for participation credit.
To view previous workshops and take the quiz, click here.–
Coordinators:
Business-Mark Miller and Andi Rosenfield
mmiller@hendrickscholarship.org
arosenfield@hendrickscholarship.org
Engineering-Sharmila Bose and Andrew Hull
Science-Neal Alexandrowicz
nalexandrowicz@hendrickscholarship.org
Education- Terri Richards
trichards@hendrickscholarship.org
Liberal Arts-Summer Konneker and Marta Lilly
summer.konneker@hendrickscholarship.org
mlilly@hendrickscholarship.org
Health-Viji George and Anthodith (Dith) Garganera
anthodithgarganera@texashealth.org
Other SSC contacts:
SSC Chair-Sarah Watkins
swatkins@hendrickscholarship.org
SSC Operations Managers-April Beall and Laura Rose
abeall@hendrickscholarship.org
SSC Admin-Diane Robbins
Growing Our Legacy – September 14th
North Texas Giving Day – September 21st
Tutor.com
How to access:
- Access with a Plano library card number here: Log-in Page
- 250 different subjects
- Live and scheduled tutoring from 2:00pm-11:00pm
- Offer Spanish speaking tutors
- Creating a free account lets you save the tutors you like
- Essay drop off
- NCLEX test prep/practice test (other Allied Health subjects as well)
How to get a library card:
- You are eligible if you live in Allen, The Colony, Frisco, Garland, McKinney, Richardson, Wylie
- Submit proof of address and photo ID (you will need a current utility bill if your ID does not have your current address).
- Register online or at any Plano library
First United Bank has provided three financial resources for our students:
- Paying Off Student Loans
- Using Credit Cards
- Going Off to College
Click to learn more: https://hendrickscholarship.banzai.org/wellness
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Dial 988
Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
SMU Center for Family Counseling
- Free counseling for people in the community (Not just SMU students)
- Telehealth appointments available
- Phone: 469-752-3098
- Website
CityHouse
- Free short-term counseling for ages 4-24
- Phone: 972-424-4626
Collin College
- Free counseling services for enrolled students
- Virtual and in person
- Phone: 972-881-5126
UTD
- Free counseling services for enrolled students
- Email: counselingcenter@utdallas.edu
UNT
- Free counseling for enrolled students
- Phone: 940-565-2741
Collin College:
Weblink: https://www.collin.edu/studentresources/career/index.html
Phone: (972) 881 – 5898)
Email: Career@Collin.edu
Register for Career Center Events on Cougar Connect
Clubs: (Weblink): https://www.collin.edu/campuslife/student_orgs.html
UT Dallas:
Weblink: https://career.utdallas.edu
Phone: (972) 883 – 2943)
First Generation Club: (weblink): First Generation Program
Clubs: (Weblink): https://jindal.utdallas.edu/student-resources/student-organizations/
University of North Texas:
Weblink: https://careercenter.unt.edu
Phone:(940) 565 – 2105)
Email: career.center@unt.edu
First Generation Club: (Weblink): https://studentaffairs.unt.edu/first-generation-success-center
Clubs: (Weblink): https://search.unt.edu/s/search.html?query=clubs&collection=uni-nt-search
UT Arlington:
Weblink: https://www.uta.edu/student-affairs/career/student-alumni
Phone: (817) 272 – 2932)
Email: career@uta.edu
First Generation Club: (weblink): https://www.uta.edu/news/news-releases/2023/01/27/first-generation-series
UT Austin:
Weblink: careerengagement.utexas.edu
Phone: (512) 471 – 2425)
Email: careerengagement@austin.utexas.edu
First Generation Club: (Weblink): firstgeneration.utexas.edu
(First gen email): firstgenlonghorns@austin.utexas.edu
Clubs: (Weblink): www.utexas.edu
University of Houston:
Weblink: https://www.uh.edu/ucs/
Phone: (713) 743 – 5100) – UH Main Phone: (713) 743 – 5091) – UH Sugar Land
Email: ucs@uh.edu – Main Email: praut@central.uh.edu – UH Sugar Land
First Generation Club: (Weblink): First Generation Coogs – Get Involved (uh.edu) –
Weeks of Welcome – University of Houston (uh.edu) – During Weeks of Welcome, numerous departments put on lots of FREE events for students to have fun, learn about the university, and get lots of freebies! This is the perfect time to make new friends & find your place in UH.
Calendar – University of Houston (uh.edu) – Join the Center for Diversity and Inclusion for a first-generation college student mixer and meet other students who are the first to attend college in their family.
Clubs: (weblink): Get Involved – University of Houston (uh.edu)
Coach Lunch & Learn:
Mental Health First Aid Training
Wednesday, October 11th
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
ZOOM
RSVP Here
5-Step Mental Health First Aid Action Plan (ALGEE):
A – Approach, assess for risk of suicide or harm. Try to find a suitable time or place to start the conversation with the person, keeping their privacy and confidentiality in mind. If the person does not want to confide in you, encourage them to talk to someone they trust. When helping a person going through a mental health crisis, it is important to look for signs of suicidal thoughts and behaviors, non-suicidal self-injury, or other harm. Some warning signs of suicide include:
- Threatening to hurt or kill oneself
- Seeking access to means to hurt or kill oneself
- Talking or writing about death, dying, or suicide
- Feeling hopeless
- Acting recklessly or engaging in risky activities
- Increased use of alcohol or drugs
- Withdrawing from family, friends, or society
- Appearing agitated or angry
- Having a dramatic change in mood
Always seek emergency medical help if the person’s life is in immediate danger. If you have reason to believe someone may be actively suicidal, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
L – Listen nonjudgmentally. Many people experiencing a challenge or distress want to be heard first, so let the person share without interrupting them. Try to have empathy for their situation. You can get the conversation started by saying something like, “I noticed that …” Try to be accepting, even if you don’t agree with what they are saying.
G – Give reassurance and information. It is important to recognize that mental illnesses and addictions are real, treatable illnesses from which people can and do recover. When talking to someone you believe may be experiencing symptoms of a mental illness, approach the conversation with respect and dignity and don’t blame the individual for his or her symptoms. After someone has shared their experiences and emotions with you, be ready to provide hope and useful facts.
E – Encourage appropriate professional help. The earlier someone gets help, the better their chances of recovery. So, it’s important to offer to help this person learn more about the options available to them. Visit the Mental Health Resource tab for professional resources.
E – Encourage self-help and other support strategies. This includes helping them identify their support network, programs within the community, and creating a personalized emotional and physical self-care plan. Individuals with mental illness can contribute to their own recovery and wellness through:
- Exercise
- Relaxation and meditation
- Participating in peer support groups
- Self-help books based on cognitive behavioral therapy
- Engaging with family, friends, faith, and other social networks
To learn more: link
For escalations, please reach out to April Beall or Laura Rose for assistance.