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In This Issue

Check out this issue of the Wilks Newsbeat to discover:

  • Important Announcements from our Wilks Focus Areas
  • Events by the Wilks Institute
    • Spotlight on Better Together Week hosted by META
  • Leadership Opportunities Around Campus

Announcements

Civic Engagement -

Make Your Vote Count!

The deadline to register to vote in Ohio is Monday, April 4th. Visit my.VoteEverywhere to update your voter registration
Update your voter registration here!

Scholarship Opportunity

The 2022 Leaf Scholarship
APPLY HERE!

Wilks Events

Event Spotlight:

Better Together Week by META

What is Better Together Week?

What is Better Together Week?

Calendar of Events for Better Together Week

Better Together Week Calendar of Events
Lesson in Leadership Documentary Night: Lavendar Scare

LIL Documentary Night

In-person event on April 7th at 6:00 p.m. UPH 127
Learn about a piece of LGBTQ+ history and consider how it intersects with leadership over some snacks!


Leadership Lecture: One College Nation

Leadership Lecture: One College Nation

April 20th, 2022 at 6:30pm
The Pavilion, Armstrong Student Center

The Wilks Institute for Leadership and Service invites you to our annual Leadership Lecture with Tisha Norman and Dr. Joshua Fredenburg for One College Nation. One College Nation is a highly interactive experience designed to equip students in developing and practicing essential skills that will give them the confidence to develop cross-cultural relationships, intercultural competencies, and create an inclusive campus community. Plus, we'll have a DJ, giveaways and time to connect with other leaders at Miami University! See you there. 

MPACT Retreat

MPact Retreat April 22-23
Register to Attend!

Leadership Opportunities Around Campus

To have an opportunity shared through the Wilks Newsbeat, please send your information and a picture to WilksLeadership@MiamiOH.edu by the 20th of the month.

Philanthropy Education Week, 

April 17 - 23
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As a leader, learn about the importance of giving back during Philanthropy Education Week, April 17-23. During the week, join the Senior Class Gift Committee (SCG) and Miami University Advancement as they educate us on why philanthropy, alumni connection, and the Class of 2022 senior class gift matters.

They will also host giveaways throughout the week! Be sure to enter for a chance to win.  Learn more here! 
Register to Attend!

Get Involved!

Leadership and Service Certificate program orientation dates
Leadership and Service Certificate
The Leadership and Service Certificate (LSC) program challenges students to examine leadership from diverse perspectives and encourages reflection into their own leadership skills, values, and beliefs. 
The next LSC orientation will be on April 18th, 2022. Please fill out this form if you are interested in attending an orientation and to access the orientation Google Meets links.

For more information, email WilksLeadership@MiamiOH.edu to set up a one-on-one chat about the program.
Service Project Announcement
MPact Survey
Ongoing survey for MPact Colloborative
If you have any service projects or events, please fill out this form to share information about the service project or event that you would like to advertise through the MPact Collaborative Instagram, newsletters, etc. 
Access the form here.
Please reach out to Sidra Capriolo (capriolosm@miamioh.edu) or Allison Riley (rileyan@miamioh.edu) if you have any questions about any portion of this form! 

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MPACT: Service Org Collaborative
The Wilks Institute and Student Activities are working together to create a collaborative of student organizations focused on community engagement, volunteerism, service, and social impact. Membership in the collaborative will include gatherings 1-2 times per semester and access to professional development opportunities.
If you are a member of a student organization focused on community engagement, service, or volunteerism and would like to join the collaborative, please email us at WilksLeadership@miamiOH.edu.

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Community Connect
Tracking Volunteer Hours

ComMUnity Connect is Miami University’s new tool for the promotion, management, and tracking of volunteer opportunities in our region.
ALL Miami staff, students, and faculty are able to log in using their Miami login information.
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ComMUnity Connect
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