Mellon Workshops

Fall 2025 Workshop Schedule

  • August 27 22, 12-1:30 p.m. - Internship Orientation - Education 115
    • Interns will be prepared for what to expect from their internship experience, as well as payroll and time reporting. 
  • September 3, 12-1:30 p.m. - Professional Communication and Conduct - Education 115
    • This workshop will cover expectations for professional conduct and communicatioin with supervisors and co-workers.
  • September 17, 12-1:30 p.m. - Introduction to Career Services - Education 115
    • Interns will explore the resources provided by UMKC Career Services.
  • October 15, 12-1:30 p.m. - Making Your Humanities Skills Legible - Education 115
    • 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.
  • October 29, 12-1:30 p.m. - Thinking Entrepreneurially - Education 115
    • 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.
  • November 19, 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.
  • December 3, 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.