First Name * Last Name * Penn State ID Number * Penn State Email * Expected Graduation (Semester and Year) * Major (Intended or declared) * - Select -Earth Science and PolicyEarth SciencesEnergy and Sustainability PolicyEnergy Business and FinanceEnergy EngineeringEnvironmental Systems EngineeringGeobiologyGeographyGeosciencesMaterials Science and EngineeringMeteorology and Atmospheric ScienceMining EngineeringPetroleum and Natural Gas Engineering GPA (cumulative) * Directions Please answer the prompts throughout this application based on your current intentions. This application should serve as a reference point to help you thoughtfully plan how you will meet the aims of the EMSAGE program in the areas of scholarship, experiential learning and global literacy, and service. It is expected that your plan will change and adapt as you progress through your Penn State experience. The responses here are not binding and will not be used in the evaluation of your final EMSAGE Laureate application. You will be emailed a copy of your responses. Scholarship Briefly state why you chose your intended (or declared) EMS major and any disciplinary concentrations, minors or certificates you intend to pursue. Be sure to explain how you see these components of your degree working together. (Maximum 250 words) Majors/Minors/Certificates and Why? Briefly state your post-graduation plans. Be sure to include how they relate to your intended (or declared) EMS major. (Maximum 250 words) Post Graduation Plans Briefly list a minimum of three achievements you intend to pursue to demonstrate a commitment to Scholarship. Examples can be found at https://www.ems.psu.edu/undergraduate/beyond-classroom/honors-exhibitions-and-award-competitions/emsage Achievements Self-Assessment EMSAGE seeks to develop and recognize students who are dedicated to their majors and possess the breadth and maturity to extend their knowledge to address society’s most pressing problems. Beyond scholarship there are five key competencies Multicultural Awareness, Ethical Reasoning, Systems Thinking, Professional Development, Civic Responsibility that contribute to developing the skills needed for success after graduation. For each of these competencies rate your current level of achievement. Accurate self-assessment is encouraged, and you may be stronger in some competencies than others. For example, it is acceptable to be at “Beginning” in all five areas. Knowing the competencies where you may need to focus more time and attention is the key to the type of student experience EMSAGE wants you to achieve. Note: The Laureate application will ask you to include how your EMSAGE achievements have contributed to increasing your skills in at least three of these areas. Multicultural Awareness The knowledge and cognitive skills that support effective and appropriate interaction in a multitude of cultural contexts. Students who have developed this competency demonstrate awareness of, and respect for, human differences and apply diverse perspectives to complex subjects A few examples of, but not limited to, activities that can help develop multicultural awareness: World in Conversation discussion facilitator proficiency in a foreign language study abroad/study away resident assistant Please rate your current level of achievement of this competency. Beginning Developing Excellent Superior Multicultural Awareness Ethical Reasoning Reasoning about right and wrong human conduct; being able to assess ethical values and the social context of problems, recognize ethical issues in a variety of settings, think about how different ethical perspectives might be applied to ethical dilemmas, and consider the ramifications of alternative actions. Students who have developed this competency have a clear sense of integrity and can articulate their professional, educational and/or personal values. In addition, they can apply knowledge and abilities to address professional and/or societal problems in ethical ways. A few examples of, but not limited to, activities that help develop ethical reasoning: participation in professional student societies maintaining academic integrity volunteer service with the Office of Student Conduct teaching assistant for a course. Please rate your current level of achievement of this competency. Beginning Developing Excellent Superior Ethical Reasoning Systems Thinking The cognitive process to understand how systems constituent parts influence each other and how they behave over time within the context of larger systems. Students who have developed this competency demonstrate the ability to analyze and synthesize ideas, apply theories, and evaluate information to answer questions or solve problems. In addition, they demonstrate competence in the creation and interpretation of works of arts and design. A few examples of, but not limited to, activities that help develop systems thinking: undergraduate research laboratory teaching assistant participation in a student professional society, especially in a society competition participation in CAUSE, and extended field studies. Please rate your current level of achievement of this competency. Beginning Developing Excellent Superior Systems Thinking Professional Development The ability to clarify career goals while demonstrating the skills necessary to meet professional expectations. Students who have developed this competency demonstrate skills aligned with the expectations of their profession and/or today's global workplace and have clear career goals. A few examples of, but not limited to, activities that help promote professional development: an internship or co-op related to future career plans participation at a professional forum extended field studies unique life experiences such as military service, peace corps, and living abroad Please rate your current level of achievement of this competency. Beginning Developing Excellent Superior Professional Development Civic Engagement The duty to make a difference in the life our communities and the development of necessary knowledge, skills, values, and motivation to make a difference. Students who have developed this competency identify and describe their personal civic identity and demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively, effectively, and creatively within community contexts and structures to achieve a civic aim. A few examples of, but not limited to, activities that help develop civil engagement: volunteer service (Habitat for Humanity, food banks, Big Brother/Big Sister, blood drives) educational outreach (EMEX, EMS museum docent, Campus Weather Service) participation in local, state or federal government Please rate your current level of achievement of this competency. Beginning Developing Excellent Superior Civic Engagement Experiential Learning and Global Literacy Experiential Learning/Global Literacy are experiences that you have beyond the classroom that prepare you to impact the world after graduation. Keeping your ratings for the five competencies in mind, briefly list a minimum of three experiences you intend to pursue to demonstrate achievement in Experiential Learning and Global Literacy that will also address competencies where you need more experience. Additional examples can be found at https://www.ems.psu.edu/undergraduate/beyond-classroom/honors-exhibitions-and-award-competitions/emsage Experiential Learning and Global Literacy Service Service is using your interests and skills to give back to your community. Keeping your ratings for the five competencies in mind, briefly list a minimum of three experiences you intend to pursue to demonstrate achievement in Service that will also address competencies where you need more experience. Additional examples can be found at https://www.ems.psu.edu/undergraduate/beyond-classroom/honors-exhibitions-and-award-competitions/emsage Service Your EMSAGE Plan Briefly describe how your academic plans and proposed activities indicated here will work together to meet your future goals and shape your Penn State experience. (Maximum 300 words). Your EMSAGE Plan By submitting this application, you are indicating that you wish to join the EMSAGE student community and will participate in EMSAGE mentoring and programming opportunities related to fostering experiential and global competence and promoting a spirit of integrity, service, and leadership in the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences. I agree Agree? Leave this field blank CAPTCHA This question is for testing whether or not you are a human visitor and to prevent automated spam submissions. Submit
