INTENTIONALTEACHING: A CRITICAL SKILLTeaching critical thinking & how to remain objective.

“I teach the Fellows Legal Environment class, and have done so for the past 6 years. One thing that I’ve discovered over that span of time is that I don’t just teach law – I also try and teach students how to critically think. Critical thinking is all about (1) discovering what the real issue in the case is (because it’s really hard to get to a correct answer if you‘ve identified the wrong problem), and then, (2) remaining sufficiently objective so you can see, not just the obvious answer, but also the other point of view, the alternate approach. That is very much what the Legal Environment class is designed to teach students to do. Lest you have any doubt as to the importance of developing strong critical thinking skills, employers and recruiters routinely mention it as among the two most important qualities of an effective employee. More importantly, critical thinking is generally cited as the skill most lacking in new hires. I believe that my class makes an important difference for students on this dimension, as does the entire Fellows program.

While I love all the classes I teach, the Fellows class holds a very special place in my heart. Of course, it’s fun teaching students who are smart. But what I really love is that Fellows students come to class prepared to learn, and genuinely eager to learn! They just seem to have this innate intellectual curiosity that I don’t consistently see in other students. As a professor, there is nothing more exciting than that!”

- Professor Rob Rhodes

Globetrotters - Global Citizens Updates on our Fellows studying abroad this semester. With over half of our junior class abroad, Conner Lovely, our International Liason is keeping us updated with all our globetrotters. pg. 2

Fellows Impacting Fellows

Check out our newest edition to the newsletter. You just may be featured here! This edition highlights Riley Kiltz and Cami Miller who have played such a crucial role in impacting our Fellows curriculum! pg. 4

Thank you Dr. Rhodes!

FELLOWS FORUM

PASSION FOR THE LAW

“Rhodes’ passion for the law excites his student’s to come prepared and ready to discuss. The use of real cases, while some-times challenging, allowed me to gain a better understanding of Business Law and also deepen my critical reading skills”

- Erin Heffernan, Class of 2020

STUDENTS ARE MORE ENGAGED THAN EVER BEFORE“Dr. Rhodes teaches in such a way that students are more en-gaged than ever before with the material at hand, and because of this, my cohort and I were able to come to class excited and truly apply the knowledge we were learning to real world scenarios. After Taking B-Law and European Union law with him, I can confidently say that Dr. Rhodes has had such an impact on me as a student and an incoming businessman in the world.”

- Matt Williams, Class of 2020

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As the International Liaison, I am able to work with the current NFSO board and faculty to help establish a weekly point of contact between the Fellows who are studying abroad and those studying in Fort Worth.

Every week we feature a “Study Abroad Spotlight” in TGIF notes that get sent out to all current Fellows. Additionally, we will be having two Skype-esque digital classroom meetings where all the Neeley Fellows studying abroad will be able to join in on a Fellows Lab as well as an International Business class meeting. I am more than excited for what’s to come and very appreciative for the opportunity to serve the Neeley Fellows!”

- Conner Lovely, NFSO International Liason

15/32 of our Juniors are abroad this semester, and Conner Lovely is our International Liason, coordinating a couple Neeley Fellows meet-ups this semester while keeping the cohorts updated on their exciting adventures.

FELLOWS ARE GLOBAL CITIZENS. GLOBETROTTERS, SOME WOULD SAY.

“In Madrid, I’m taking classes entirely about the culture, history, and art of Spain which has been an all-encom-passing experience considering I am simultaneously living that culture and the consequences of their history.”

- Andrea Carrasquilla, Class of 2020

Current Fellows

“One of the main things I’ve learned while abroad is how to step outside my comfort zone to fully embrace different cultures. It’s amazing to be completely emerged in the Italian way of life since it is so different from life in America.”

- Natalie Fedder, Class of 2020

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“Being at Meg’s house for the Fellows Christmas party, particularly the White Elephant exchange was so much fun for myself and the rest of the Fellows. It was a much welcomed chance to get away from our studies and enjoy each other’s company. Thank you Meg!”

- Davis Donaldson, Class of 2020

“The Rodeo event was so fun and excit-ing as it was my very first rodeo ever since I am from Kansas City. I loved be-ing able to catch up with old professors as well as getting to connect with new alumni. This really proved to me how great the Fellows alumni network is.”

- Ellie Mitchell, Class of 2021

End of Semester Dinner: Rodeo Goat

Christmas Party at Meg’s House

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Each of the Neeley Fellows information sessions has been packed this year, and Monday, February 25th was no exception. The room was buzzing with questions, as excited freshmen applicants got to chat with current Fellows over Canes and cookies. With the application open until March 22nd, we are eagerly awaiting our new class of Fellows, whom we will soon welcome into our Fellows Families.

RECRUITMENT SEASON FOR OUR CLASS OF 2022.Class of 2022 Applications are Open!

“While taking classes in our cohorts naturally helps develop strong friendships, there is also an incredible opportunity for cross-cohort mentorship. Fellows Families encourages deeper camaraderie between cohorts, further uniting the Neeley Fellows program.” - Ashley Servais, NFSO VP Membership

BUILDING COMMUNITY WITH FELLOWS FAMILIES.

Unplugged Session

Fellows Forum - March 2019 Current Fellows

“I loved having a cross-cohort oppor-tunity to unwind and reflect on my first semester in Fellows. Sharing a meal with these people made me realize just how lucky I am to be surrounded by such driven and passionate individu-als. “

- Carson Jones, Class of 2021

Fellows Impacting Fellows

“Cami has been invaluable to my experience as a Fellow because of her advice both as a Fellows alum and as a mentor in life balance and happiness. Every time we’ve spent time with her in lab, a more relaxed, level-headed group of students leaves the classroom 50 minutes later. She has an amazing way of helping us decompress and think rationally about looming life decisions.” - Sydney Bettis, Class of 2020

“Invaluble to my experience as a Fellow”

FELLOWS IMPACTING FELLOWSWelcome to the newest addition to our newsletter! We are so excited to highlight some alumni who are giving back to the Fellows community. Fellows exceed because we lean on one another and challenge each other to grow in ways otherwise unimaginable. Thank you to each of you who continue to help the Neeley Fellows program grow.

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In January, Entrepreneur Magazine wrote an article on connection in the workplace. This article highlighted our very own Riley Kiltz who founded Craftwork, a coworking space and specialty coffee retailer created to combat the isolation epidemic facing the next generation. Congratulations to Ri-ley for creating this coworking space that impacts so many lives daily!

Additionally, Riley spoke to students in an Alumni Panel then offerred an internship to Thomas Gilbert, a current Junior Fellow. It is safe to say Thomas is learning everyday on the job, but he is even more thankful for a mentor who has worked to change the world we live in for the better.

“At the end of last semester, Riley reached out to Meg because he was interested in having a Fellow serve as Craftwork’s first intern. Craftwork needed

another hand on board to support the team in operational, financial, and other projects.

I am excited and very thankful for the intern-ship for two key reasons. First, the opportunity provides a platform to apply and develop a variety of business skills. Right now, I am conducting a COGS analysis, stretching my excel skills. Simul-taneously, I am applying a market research project from school to my work by doing a study on TCU students perspective on Craftwork. Secondly, I knew mentorship would be incredibly beneficial. Both Riley and Laura communicated they look to develop my skills professionally and empower me to take on whatever lies beyond the internship. Riley and Laura both have incredible work experi-ence and backgrounds, so I know I can learn a lot from their mentorship. “ - Thomas Gilbert, Class of 2020

Investor Experience Manager at Satori Capital Class of 2009Cami Miller

Alumni Panel (11/18): Huge thank you to Jodi Dyer, Blake Neuman, Arielle Schmeck, Riley Kiltz, and Chase Burton!

This past February, our lovely Megan McKinney accepted a position as Associate Director, Duck Career Network at the University of Oregon. We are forever grateful for the love and hardwork she poured into the Fellows program. We will miss Megan, but we are so excited for her increidble opportunity! Congratulations!

Congratulations Megan!

We are so grateful for each member in our cohorts, and we know you and your cohorts are changing the world one relationship at a time. Please email FellowsImpactingFellows@gmail.com with any recommendations for next quarter’s edition of Fellows Impacting Fellows to be featured in the Neeley Fellows Forum. We would love to hear how Fellows are impacting Fellows!

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