Courtney Santos, Director of Undergraduate Research & Fellowships, will share strategies for writing effective personal statements as well as exercises for unlocking your creativity and originality in the writing process. This session is designed to help students master the art of crafting compelling and effective personal statements for graduate school, fellowship applications, and other academic opportunities.

Learn how to articulate your experiences, goals, and motivations in a clear and engaging manner. Gain insights on structuring your narrative, highlighting your strengths, and avoiding common pitfalls. Whether you’re just starting to write or looking to polish your draft, this workshop will provide the tools and strategies you need to create a standout personal statement!

This event is intended for currently enrolled UNL undergraduate students and alumni within one year of graduation with a bachelor’s degree. Staff, faculty, and graduate students who support undergraduate student success may observe the event.

This session is eligible for summer UCARE event participation credit.

Can’t attend live? This workshop will be recorded and posted to our website (https://fellowships.unl.edu/) within 1-2 weeks after the event.

Photo caption: UCARE Scholar Anna Synya ‘24 will attend Dublin City University for graduate study in history, with support from the Fulbright U.S. Student Program.