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HEAD OF CLASS
Making History
How a summer internship program with a museum confirmed one student's aspirations.
As an art history major, Allison Meadows ('08) loves learning about the past. And this summer, she found a hands-on way to do just that—all the while investing in her future.
Allison's opportunity came in the form of an internship at Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of the American Indian in Washington, DC. She worked on a project called "The Anchorage Loan," a museum dedicated to Arctic Studies and Native Alaskan communities that will open in Alaska in 2010.
One highlight of the internship was meeting and working with several well-known, highly regarded art and object conservators, including the Director of the George Gustav Heye Center in New York and Chief Smith of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma. She also connected with many more artists, musicians, and political figures. Exploring the massive collection at NMAI and researching native communities were other highlights.
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FOUNDATIONS
Her World. Delivered by Truman.
President of AT&T Missouri credits Truman faculty for her success.
Cynthia Brinkley ('83) comes from rural, humble beginnings. But that hasn't stopped her from achieving success with the largest telecommunications provider in the country. As president of AT&T Missouri, Brinkley is responsible for AT&T's regulatory, legislative, governmental, and external affairs activities for Missouri.
Brinkley grew up on a farm near Milan, Missouri. Following high school, she attended the University of Missouri-Columbia before transferring to Truman. When she transferred, she transitioned from an average class size of 500 to 30. "I thought the quality of instruction at Truman was fantastic," says Brinkley. She graduated from Truman with a degree in political science.
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CAMPUS LIFE
Family Day Festivities
A time for you to experience Truman with your student.
Six weeks into the school year, Truman hosts Family Day. This annual event allows parents to explore the campus and experience the environment in which their student is living. Heidi Templeton, director of public relations, says, "Parents enjoy seeing how their student has adjusted to college life. In most cases, they see they are happily adjusted." But just what is Family Day?
Family Fun
"Family Day is designed as a very informal set of events. Families can participate in all the activities available, or none of them," says Templeton. But informal doesn't mean boring. The Centennial Hall Senate is throwing a festival with free food, games, contests, and music. The Truman Bulldogs will face Pittsburg State on the football field. There will be a tailgate lunch in Red Barn Park, so bring a picnic blanket!
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THE RIGHT FIT
Doors Wide Open
How a focus on affordability and opportunities led a student to choose Truman.
For Jaime Chambers, choosing a college was about searching for opportunity. So why, after being accepted into the highly acclaimed University of Chicago, did she turn it down? The answer is simple: Truman.
Opportunities to See the World
When Jaime looked at what Truman had to offer, she was impressed by the variety of study abroad programs. "I knew that if I went to Truman, I would get a quality education for a lower price," says Jaime. "As a result, I could afford to study abroad, maybe even multiple times."
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Join the students, faculty, and staff of Truman State University for a special campus visit day featuring:
- Campus tours.
- A free picnic lunch.
- Two academic presentations.
- Student activities fair featuring student activities, faculty, athletic, and student services.
- Residence hall tours.
Find out more details and RSVP by contacting the Office of Admission at 660-785-4114 or RSVP online.
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