<p>I didn’t get any emails at all, should I panic?</p>
<p>um…yea. try emailing these people:</p>
<p><a href="mailto:gmsva@aitsite.com">gmsva@aitsite.com</a></p>
<p>I haven’t gotten an email either…</p>
<p>Oh relax. Last year, I didn’t get the e-mail well into September. The conference is in mid-October. Plenty of time.</p>
<p>i would relax but they said they would email us in 10 business days. then they sent me ANOTHER email saying if i hadnt gotten the email yet to email the people soo…</p>
<p>wait we register for the confrences…ok i will do it now…</p>
<p>and where do we go to register?</p>
<p>wait we get an email… which tells us how to sign up for the confrence???</p>
<p>that’s how I understand it. Too bad I dont have the email yet.</p>
<p>u get this email:</p>
<p>Dear GMS Scholar,</p>
<p>We are excited to have you participate as a member of the Class of 2006 in our 7th Annual GMS Leadership Conference for Freshman Scholars. It will be held on September 29 - October 1, 2006 at the Westfields Marriott in Chantilly , Virginia . The conference is designed to: </p>
<p>Build community among Scholars
Enhance academic and leadership skills
Provide activities to strengthen your capability to be successful personally and professionally.
An optional community service activity is scheduled for Sunday from 12:00-4:00 p.m. immediately following the conference. Space is limited and will be on a first-come, first-served basis. If you wish to participate, please indicate when you register on-line (prior to making travel arrangements); it is imperative that you do not make travel arrangements yourself. If you are interested in participating in the community service activity, we will work with you to secure your travel plans .</p>
<p>Conference Registration</p>
<p>Please register online at <a href=“http://www.gmsp.org/leader/login.asp[/url]”>http://www.gmsp.org/leader/login.asp</a> no later than September 12, 2006.
If you still have questions about online registration after reviewing the enclosed info rmation, please contact GMS by e-mail at <a href="mailto:valeadershipconference@gmsp.org">valeadershipconference@gmsp.org</a>.
When corresponding with us please include your full name, campus address and telephone number(s).
If you do not have Internet access or have special concerns regarding the conference, please contact the Leadership Development Program Team, Gates Millennium Scholars using the non-Scholar extension 2 at 1-800-944-9627 or via e-mail (<a href="mailto:valeadershipconference@gmsp.org">valeadershipconference@gmsp.org</a>).
The first 50 Scholars to complete registration will receive a surprise at the Leadership Conference!!!<br>
In preparation for your transition to college, we urge you to visit <a href=“http://www.gmsp.org/scholars[/url]”>www.gmsp.org/scholars</a> to review the Freshman Tips. </p>
<p>A conference Fact Sheet is attached. The purpose of this is to make your travel easy. GMS will pay for travel (airline, bus, train, or local shuttle), hotel accommodations, and meals. Detailed travel info rmation, Frequently Asked Questions, and a tentative conference program will be available when you register online. Conference activities begin with a networking reception on Friday, September 29th at 5:30 pm and conclude with a keynote speaker and boxed lunches on Sunday, October 1st at 12:00 noon.</p>
<p>We look forward to meeting you on September 29th!</p>
<p><strong>this one says VA cuz thats where im closest to but some of yalls will say LA i think</strong></p>
<p>Dear GMS Scholar,</p>
<p>Within the next few weeks, you will be receiving a Leadership Conference Invitation Package sent to your home and by e-mail. The documents will explain the online registration process along with facts about the conference.</p>
<p>Do not register until you have confirmed your final college choice with Gates Millennium Scholars. You will also need to have your campus contact information available. We will need an active e-mail address to keep in touch with you regarding conference updates. If you will be changing your e-mail address prior to registering on-line, please send you information to <a href="mailto:laleadershipconference@gmsp.org">laleadershipconference@gmsp.org</a>. Be sure to include your complete name and telephone number.</p>
<p>We look forward to meeting you.</p>
<p>Best regards,</p>
<p>The Leadership Development Team</p>
<p>^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ this is all i have gotten so far</p>
<p>it’s on september 29? or is september 29 for virginia?</p>
<p>I have classes!!!</p>
<p>damn the letter yall get for the LA one is wack lol.</p>
<p>and u LEAVE friday. i have classes that day too. im just leaving after classes.</p>
<p>The LA one starts on Veterans Day right?</p>
<p>I’m not sure but it’s mid november. I think 11th or somethng.</p>
<p>Thanks for the link melo…now I dont need the email.</p>
<p>youre welcome. omg the la one is later too? dang…</p>
<p>Those who won this scholarship…</p>
<p>Did you guys apply for other private scholarships at all?</p>
<p>yea i got another small $2500 that i used to buy my stuff for college.</p>