CATALOG 2007-2008 - Prince George's Community College

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Chapter 9—Student Opportunities and Resources 149 Student Opportunities and Resources Chapter 9 Hillman Entrepreneurs Program 301-322-0700 Lisa Rawlings, Program Director lrawlings@pgcc.edu http://academic.pgcc.edu/hillman The Hillman Entrepreneurs Program seeks students with entrepreneurial potential. Students who have an entrepreneurial mindset and who have already demonstrated real-life business experiences or who have ideas that show promise for future entrepreneurial endeavors are encouraged to join this unique program. In addition, entrepreneurs who show promise of becoming future leaders within existing organizations are a strong fit for this program. The goal of the Hillman Entrepreneurs Program is to graduate ethical leaders who will become successful in their communities, energize those communities, and have a positive impact on the local economy. What it means to be a Hillman Entrepreneur at Prince George’s Community College • Receive a scholarship for up to 100 percent of tuition and fees • Receive one-on-one advising and mentoring • Develop entrepreneurial/leadership skills • Be a member of a group of aspiring entrepreneurs • Have summer job opportunities • Earn an associate’s degree from Prince George’s Community College How to continue as a Hillman Entrepreneur at University of Maryland College Park (UMCP) • Receive a scholarship for up to 64 percent of tuition and a $1,000 merit scholarship • Receive one-on-one advising and mentoring • Continue to develop entrepreneurial/leadership skills • Build business ideas with the help of on-site mentors • Earn a bachelor’s degree from UMCP Selection Criteria Students selected to be Hillman Entrepreneurs demonstrate: • Potential for becoming a successful entrepreneur or leader within a larger organization • Ability to be successful academically and graduate from PGCC and ultimately from UMCP Program Requirements Students must be: • Maryland residents • Enrolled (or eligible to enroll) at PGCC and taking collegelevel classes • Enrolled in a program of study that transfers to UMCP (prelaw not eligible) • Available for afternoon or evening Hillman courses each semester • Committed to additional programmatic and team-building activities • Progressing successfully towards graduation with an associate’s degree in a transferable major at PGCC and towards graduation with a bachelor’s degree at UMCP • Members of or be willing to join one of the PGCC Collegian Centers For more information, visit the Hillman Entrepreneurs Program Web site or contact the program director. Honors Programs and Organizations Dean’s List Students who demonstrate high academic achievement are provided recognition through the Dean’s List. To qualify for the Dean’s List, the following conditions must be met: • Enrolled in a specific program of study • Completed at least 12 credit hours at the college with a GPA of at least 3.25 • Earned at least 12 additional credit hours since the last time the student was on the Dean’s List and maintained a 3.25 GPA during that period Honors Academy Marlboro Hall, Room 1087 301-322-0433 Melinda Frederick, Coordinator mfrederick@pgcc.edu http://www.pgcc.edu/pgweb/pgdocs/honors/honors-promo.html The Honors Academy is designed for academically outstanding honors students who are interested in a rigorous program of academic excellence, intellectual development, leadership and community service. Benefits of Academy Membership Dual Admission Honors Academy scholars may hold dual admission at Prince George's Community College and a partnering four-year institution. Honors Academy partnering institutions include American University, Catholic University, Goucher College, Howard University, St. Mary’s College, University of Maryland College Park and Washington College. Upon graduation from Prince George’s Community College, the Honors Academy scholar receives Honors Academy recognition and may seamlessly transfer into a partnering institution. An Honors Academy scholar also may choose to transfer to a college or university that is not part of the dual admission agreement.
150 Prince George’s Community College Catalog 2007–2008 Financial Aid An Honors Academy scholar receives financial support from Prince George's Community College as long as he or she satisfies the requirements of the Academy and maintains his/her eligibility. Upon graduation from PGCC, the Honors Academy scholar will receive financial support from the partnering four-year college or university. Excellent Education and Opportunities At Prince George's Community College, Honors Academy scholars: • Become members of the Honors Program and Honors Society • Study with outstanding faculty • Have an Honors Academy adviser • May participate in research and internships • Work with fellow Academy scholars • May be inducted into Phi Theta Kappa, the International Honor Society for Two-Year Colleges Application Requirements for the Honors Academy Currently enrolled PGCC students must: • Have a 3.5 cumulative GPA or higher, based upon at least 12 college credits • Have at least 6 out of the 12 credits in general education courses • Be currently enrolled in or eligible for admission into the Honors Program • Have received a grade of B or better in EGL 101 • Be eligible for MAT 104 or higher Incoming students must: • Have applied for admission to PGCC • Have a 3.50 minimum cumulative high school GPA and a 1550 combined essay, math and verbal SAT score or • Have a 3.25 minimum cumulative high school GPA and a 1650 combined essay, math and verbal SAT score • Be eligible for admission into the Honors Program Obligations of an Honors Academy Scholar Students admitted into the Honors Academy must: • Maintain a 3.5 cumulative GPA • Perform 15 hours of community service each semester • Take a leadership role in the Honors Society, Phi Theta Kappa and throughout campus • Meet regularly with the Honors Academy adviser to determine the appropriate course of study • Determine a timetable for completion of an associate’s degree • Complete a minimum of seven honors courses, one of which must be an Honors colloquium • Graduate from Prince George’s Community College Honors Program Marlboro Hall, Room 1089 301-386-7530 honors@pgcc.edu http://academic.pg.cc.md.us/honorsprogram/ The mission of the Prince George’s Community College Honors Program is to promote the intellectual growth and enrichment of academically outstanding students. The program offers a curriculum that challenges and stimulates students through special honors courses. Members of the college’s Honors Program are provided with many unique opportunities. Some of the benefits include: • Stimulating classes that provide challenging course work and exciting class discussions • The designation of honors courses on students’ transcripts • Citations in honors designations for eligible students • Awards to outstanding students • An honors Blackboard site highlighting Honors Program activities and student achievements • Co-curricular activities sponsored by the Honors Society • Membership in Phi Theta Kappa for eligible students • The opportunity to meet, work and socialize with other honors students • Use of the Honors Student Center in Marlboro Hall, Room 1088 Students are admitted to the Honors Program based on their college placement examination scores, high school or college grade-point average, recommendations from professors or an interview with the Honors Program coordinator. Admission is open to full- and part-time students. To determine eligibility,
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