Mellon Workshops

Spring 2026 Workshop Schedule


  • April 22, 12-1:30 p.m. — Humanities Careers Roundtable - Student Union 401
    • Humanities alumni from UMKC will discuss strategies for students to prepare for their careers after graduation. Topics will include networking, resumes, and securing grant funding.
  • May 6, 12-1:30 p.m. — End-of-Semester Showcase - Student Union 401
    • A gathering where students can discuss their experiences and accomplishments with their peers, internship coordinators, and host site supervisors.

Summer 2026 Workshop Schedule

  • June 10, 12-1:30 p.m. — Internship Orientation - Zoom
    • Interns will be prepared for what to expect from their internship experience, as well as payroll and time reporting.
  • June 24, 12-1:30 p.m. — Introduction to Career Services - Zoom
    • Interns will explore the resources provided by UMKC Career Services.
  • July 8, 12-1:30 p.m. — Making Your Humanities Skills Legible - Zoom
    • Led by UMKC History alum Matt Reeves, this workshop will focus on how humanities students can present their skills to employers who may not be aware of their applicability in a range of industries.
  • July 22, 12-1:30 p.m. — Thinking Entrepreneurially - Zoom
    • This workshop will cover basic concepts related to fostering an entrepreneurial mindset, key tools and frameworks used by entrepreneurs, and how to use these tools to define, propose, and scope a project for a client or customer.