“As a new Chapter Founder at the Summer Institute, hearing about the personal experiences of Chapter Leaders from other universities really inspired and excited me about my own Chapter’s potential. Students are the heart of this organization, so meeting Nourish students from across the country was an invaluable experience for me.”–Felicia Alexander, UNM Chapter Founder and current Alumni Committee Member
Thursday August 1 – Monday August 5, 2013
Students: Register for the 2013 Institute
Students: Apply for a scholarship
Alumni: Register for the 2013 Institute
The Nourish International Summer Institute is a rigorous and rewarding 5-day conference that prepares our students for the challenges they’ll face as Chapter members. Through workshops, mentoring, and hands-on training, they’ll learn how to raise money, contact community partners and run a successful Nourish chapter on their campuses in the upcoming year.
Participation in the Institute fully enables Nourish students to hit the ground running as they begin new and exciting adventures in the following year. Training at past Institutes has focused on how to increase the profitability of ventures, maximize your project impact, lead a team, build membership and more.
We also feature speaker and mentors throughout the Institute. Learn more about our past speakers here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What expenses does my $200 fee cover?
A. The $200 fee will cover the cost of attending all workshops, speaker sessions and activities. Your fee also covers all lodging, food and transportation to Institute related activities.
Q: Are there any scholarships available for travel or the registration expense?
A: Yes, Nourish International is extending need-based and merit-based scholarships to students who are interested in attending the Summer Institute. Typically, 35-40% of Institute participants receive some type of scholarship. Email chapters@nourish.org to learn more!
Q: When is the conference?
A: Representatives are expected by 12pm on Thursday, August 1st. The conference ends at 3pm on Monday, August 5th. Students should plan accordingly when creating travel plans.
Q: What is the easiest way to get to Chapel Hill?
A: We will provide shuttle pickups from the Raleigh-Durham airport (RDU). In addition to flying, there are buses and trains that go to Chapel Hill, Durham and Raleigh. If you are located in a major East Coast city, check out MegaBus and Amtrak for alternatives to flying!
Q: Is there a maximum number of representatives per chapter?
A: We are hoping for 2 students per chapter, and will gladly accept more, if space allows!
“The Institute just keeps getting better year after year!” Joel Thomas, former Executive Director