Goals
• implement the new Satisfactory Academic Progress policy;
In 2011-2012 the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships will:
• implement new federal verification regulations;
• improve and integrate communications to students;
• automate follow-up notices to improve student response to requests for missing information needed to process theiraid; and
• integrate student development concepts into counseling and advising efforts;
• implement electronic delivery of financial aid notifications and satisfactory academic progress letters.
• implement the second phase of the online scholarship application;
Student Feature: Miechia Taylor Major: Minor: Year: Hometown:
Business Management and Marketing Africana Studies Junior Seattle, Washington
While attending Renton High School, Miechia began her search for the perfect university. Her active membership in DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America) piqued her interest in the business and marketing fields and she was attracted to what EWU had to offer for these programs. It was a good fit. She states “I love EWU! It’s not too big, or too small. No one gets overlooked, which is always best for students success.” Miechia lived in Dressler Hall her freshmen year and made sure she was actively involved in a variety of campus events. From the start of her EWU career she has looked for ways to contribute to, and grow within the EWU community. She has a particular interest in the Kode Red hip hop dance team. Kode Red performs on the EWU campus as well as other campuses including Washington State University, University of Idaho (for the annual Shades of Black Show) and Seattle University. By demonstrating their talent, the dance team attracts the attention not only of those interested in the craft of hip hop but also those interested in community service activities. Miechia is currently the captain and choreographer of the team that entertains and supports the wider community.
races as a sisterhood called to serve. The women of Nu Xi are enthusiastic contributors to the quality of Greek life at EWU, the improvement of the student campus life experience and to the improvement of the EWU community.
As a sophomore, Miechia became an orientation leader who assisted the incoming freshmen with their academic and social transition into Eastern. She has enjoyed and excelled in this capacity and has taken on new responsibilities as an Orientation Student Coordinator. In this position she is instrumental in preparing for and coordinating the many activities that make orientation a success for new students.
With her engaging approach to being part of EWU, it is not surprising that Miechia’s advice to other students includes, “Never be afraid to ask. Many students don’t succeed because they fail to ask what they are unsure of. No question is a stupid question.” She understands the connection between being willing to inquire and gaining self-confidence. “Do your best to get involved in as much as your time allows. Academics come first but having extracurricular activities will also be a major benefit along with giving you balance.”
In addition, Miechia has been a leader in Greek life at EWU. She was among nine other women on campus who reactivated the Nu Xi chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority at EWU. Delta Sigma Theta is the largest historically black sorority in the country that welcomes members from all 11