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SLFP Newsletter: Sunrise Block

Erik Maillard - Tuesday, January 20
 General 

Dear Student Fellows -

We hope your semester is off to a good start and you are staying warm during this cold snap. Below are the updates that you need to know.  Please review. 

Mentorshops: Starting next week! 
If you have not already, now is the time to reconnect with your mentor. Winter mentorshops registration is now open! Please see the events below and register as soon as possible. If you cannot attend a mentorshop, please e-mail SLFP@nmu.edu for alternative arrangments. 

February Fellowship  Meeting
This will be your first fellowship meeting in the SLFP.  Fellowship meetings are meaningful engagements where you are able to reconnect with the program and other student fellows.  There will be food served at each meeting!  There will also be a March Fellowship Meeting.  These are required meetings. 

Winter 2025 Check-List
This is intended to make it clear on what is required of you for the winter semester. 

  • Winter Mentorshop
  • February Fellowship Meeting
  • March Fellowship Meeting 
  • One-on-One Meeting with Nathan
  • CSI Initial Proposal - March 13
  • CSI Final Proposal - April 17
Optional, but strongly encouraged, social events (TBD) and committees. 

CSI Development

By now, you should be considering your CSI site for the upcoming year. Once you have confirmed your site, your next step is to complete your initial proposal. This form can be found here: SLFP CSI Resource Web Page

A list of opportunities can be found here: CSI Opportunities - Google Doc

Need assistance?  No worries, we are here to help you!  We cover CSI development during your mentorshop and your fellowship meeting.  You are also welcome to reach out to us and set-up a meeting to discuss your ideas and concerns. 

Recruitment and Selection Update
As you know, we are accepting applications for the 36th Cohort of the SLFP until Friday, Feb. 6 at 5 pm (ET).  Please continue to encourage others to apply if they are interested.  

We will have several opportunities for your assistance. We will have classroom presentations and interviews to be conducted over the next month.  If you are currently not on the Recruitment and Selection Committee but would like to help, please e-mail Elsa (elimberg@nmu.edu). 

Other ways to help!
Nominate a fellow student - Nomination Form
Share the application - 2026-2028 SLFP Application
 
Easily access SLFP Documents and Photos here:  Sunrise Block Shared Drive Link
 

We are in need of volunteers for our annual Point in Time Count! The Point in Time Count (PIT Count) 2026 is scheduled for Wednesday, January 28th at 6pm and 9pm. Volunteers are needed to accompany Room at the Inn staff to canvas Marquette County to reach any individuals experiencing homelessness that are currently unsheltered.

 

The Point in Time Count takes census of all people experiencing homelessness on a given night in January. This information is collected to connect unsheltered individuals with services, monitor homelessness program effectiveness, provide data for homelessness-related programming and policy, and provide data to allocate funding and resources.

 

Within our service area of Marquette County, we will have groups of 5 canvassing the area, in 2 waves at 6pm and 9pm. The 6pm wave will cover Negaunee, Ishpeming, Gwinn, and K.I. Sawyer. The 9pm wave will cover the City of Marquette and Marquette Township.

 

Volunteers and Staff will gather at the RATI Administrative Office (Catholic Social Services - 347 Rock St., Marquette) at their time slot. Transportation, a brief training, and all necessary supplies will be provided. Spots are limited! Volunteers should dress warm for winter weather.

Upcoming Dates

SLFP Hot Chocolate Social
Recruitment Event
Monday, Feb. 2 | 8:30 am- 11 am
Jamrich Hall Lobby

Winter Mentorshops 
*Please sign-up below
Monday, 1/26 - Noon
Tuesday, 1/27 - 5:15 pm
Weds., 1/28 - Noon
Weds., 1/28 - 5:15 pm
Thursday, 1/29 - 4 pm

February Fellowship Meeting
*Please sign-up below
Tuesday, 2/3/26 - 9 pm OR
Thursday, 2/5 - 4 pm

SLFP Applications Due
Friday, 2/6 at 5 pm (ET)

Save the date!
March Combined Fellowship Meeting
Tuesday, 3/10 at 9 pm OR
Thursday, 3/12 at 6 pm

January is National Mentoring Month

NMU recognizes Weds., January 21st as 'Thank Your Mentor Day' 

A day when we're encouraged to express our gratitude toward someone who has guided and inspired us, and made a positive and lasting impact on our lives.

Expressing gratitude is a powerful way to strengthen the mentor-mentee relationship and show appreciation for their time and effort. A simple thank-you message can go a long way in acknowledging their impact on our personal and professional development. Whether it's through a heartfelt email, a handwritten note, or a small token of appreciation, let's make an effort to show our mentors how much we value them.

Please take a moment to thank your mentor!

The UP200 is coming up! 

Here's your opportunity to be a part of something really special.  The UP200, Midnight Run and Jack Pine 30 are looking for volunteers. Volunteers are needed from Feb. 12-16 at a variety of locations. 

You can gain CSI hours or SB! Credit by volunteering at this event. 

For more information visit: https://up200.org/volunteer