The Scholars Ground Rules  During our orientation session, our
group of Scholars established a set of common ground rules that
will govern our interactions with one another over the course of
the year.  Scholars Ground Rules 2013  How do we create a group
culture that is rigorous, supportive, exciting, and
collaborative?    1. Be timely.   2. Positive energy and
outlook, keeping an open mind.   3. Be able to be critical but
don’t be competitive.   4. Absorb and enjoy the experience.   5.
Mutual Respect: Encourage, support, and value one another.   6.
Be actively engaged in the program: be honest, ask questions,
take initiative, connect outside of meetings.   7. Make
connections: take advantage of the network of University
Scholars and reach out to the greater community.   8.
Acknowledge and honor each scholar’s diverse experiences and
backgrounds.