Undergraduate Newsletter
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Table of Contents Semester at a Glance August 22 Classes begin August 29 Last day to add classes via UAccess & without instructor signature August 30 - Begin $25 course late drop fee - Change of schedule form required to add a class with instructor signature September 1 - Deadline to apply for graduation/degree candidacy for Fall 2016 - Must submit by 2 PM SGPP Internship Spring 2016 application. September 4 Any classes dropped as of today will receive a notation of “W” on transcript September 5 Labor Day, no classes September 12 Last day to add units before $250 late fee. September 18 Last day to file Grade Replacement Opportunity (GRO) October 14 Last Day to change classes with only instructor signature, after today, a petition with the instructor’s and Dean’s signature is required October 30 Last Day to withdraw from a class via UAccess November 11 Veteran’s Day, no classes November 24-25 Thanksgiving Recess, no classes December 7 Last Day of Classes & last day to submit complete withdrawal from UA December 8 Reading Day December 9-15 Final Exams
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SGPP 2016 Alumni Panel
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December 2016 Graduation
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Reminders
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SGPP Events
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Internship Opportunities
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Non-SGPP Internship Opportunities 11-12 Job Opportunity
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Volunteer Opportunity
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Scholarship Opportunities
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Announcements
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Academic Advising
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December 2016 Graduation
GRADUATING
December 2016? APPLICATION LATE FEE NOW APPLICABLE
If you are graduating this December the deadline for degree candidacy applications was
September 1, 2016. A $50 late candidacy fee will now be assessed.
Detailed instructions on how to initiate your paperwork, can be found on the SGPP DEGREE CHECK page.
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Reminders Spring 2017 Priority Registration Make sure you know when your Priority Registration date! The Spring 2017 Priority Registration information link can be found at
http://registrar.arizona.edu/courses/spring-2017-priorityregistration. Juniors – You will be able to register beginning Oct 24 - Oct at 6am on 10/24/16 through 8pm on 30, 2016 10/30/16. National Student Exchange (NSE) students – October 24, You will be able to register beginning at 6am on 10/24/16 and will have continuous access 2016 through the first week of classes. Sophomores - You will be able to register beOct 31 - Nov ginning at 6am on 10/31/16 through 8pm on 6, 2016 11/6/16. Freshman - You will be able to register beginNovember 7 ning at 6am on 11/7/16 through 8pm on - 13, 2016 11/13/16. SGPP advisors will be having extended walk in appointments during Priority Registration. If you would like to meet with your SGPP advisor please check their appointment schedule at https://sgpp.arizona.edu/poladvising. SGPP Undergraduate Newsletter Page 5
Reminders Dear Juniors and Seniors,
We have partnered with Career Services to give our junior and senior majors access to Wildcat Joblink. Wildcat JobLink is a state-of-the-art career management tool, offering UA students access to jobs, internships, and a range of other services including campus interviewing and resume referrals.
To access JobLink, please visit the Career Services website at https:// www.career.arizona.edu/joblink. All you need is your NETID and password to login and take advantage of these great services.
Why is SGPP only funding juniors and seniors to have access to JobLink? The funding comes from SGPP Program Fees, which only our junior and senior majors pay. If you are a freshman or sophomore, you are welcome to register and pay the annual $5 fee out of pocket. Visit https://www.career.arizona.edu/joblink to register.
I will be a junior at the end of the current semester. When can I have access? SGPP will be requesting access for any students who have reached 60+ credits each semester after the census date (the 21st day of the semester). So, if you will have 60+ completed credits at the end of this semester, you will be granted access next semester after the census date. If you have any questions, please email ahackett@email.arizona.edu .
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SGPP Events
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Internship Opportunities Internship Opportunities! Check out the SGPP Internships page for an updated comprehensive list of all local and regional internships, such as:
Amistades - ONDCP2 Internship
Arizona Citizens for the Arts Application Information Here
Pima County Legal Defender’s Office
U.S. Department of Justice, United States Marshal, (CJS or PMPC-CJA only) District of Arizona Tucson Division. Spring 2017 application deadline TBD.
Yume Japanese Gardens of Tucson
Contact information, internship description, instructions on how to enroll, and more! The School of Government and Public Policy at the University of Arizona claims no political affiliations.
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Non-SGPP Internship Opportunities
Community Leadership + NGO Internships – the Ultimate DC Experience! Institute on Philanthropy and Voluntary Service www.DCinternships.org/IPVS June 3 – July 28, 2017 Early Application Deadline: December 6, 2016 - 5% tuition discount Immerse yourself in community leadership this summer in Washington, DC! The 8-week program allows students to intern with nongovernmental organizations while earning academic credit in economics and humanitarian aid. LIVE Live just blocks from the national monuments, State Department and White House on the campus of George Washington University. Fully furnished housing and roommate matching is provided as part of our program. LEARN Earn course credit while you intern! You will earn 3-9 academic credits this summer. Our curriculum is designed to complement your DC experience with upper level government, ethics and economics courses. Academic course credit is provided through George Mason University. INTERN An internship is one of the most important investments you can make in your future. Based on your interests and skills, you will be placed in an internship in the Washington, DC area. CONNECT + LEAD Our comprehensive program is designed so you can make valuable professional connections as well as practice your leadership and networking skills in a real-world setting. We offer a number of opportunities to enhance your internship experience and maximize your time in DC: • Social entrepreneurship workshops • Seminars in professional development and legal studies • Mentor program with DC professionals • Roundtable discussions & networking receptions • Site briefings at key Washington Institutions including the World Bank, Peace Corps and American Red Cross Headquarters • Student-led charitable grant program • Leadership projects impacting at-risk youth, urban green spaces, public health education and much more APPLY NOW – 5% Discount Visit www.DCinternships.org/IPVS to begin an online application today. Apply by the early deadline of December 6 to receive priority admissions and scholarship consideration as well as a 5% tuition discount. SCHOLARSHIPS We strive to make the programs affordable to the best and brightest students regardless of financial status. Scholarship awards are granted based on need and merit with over 70% of students receiving full or partial funding. Questions may be directed to admissions@tfas.org or 202.986.0384.
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Non-SGPP Internship Opportunities
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Job Opportunity
Application HERE
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Volunteer Opportunity Call to Action! *Volunteers Needed* The Alitas Program provides humanitarian aid and basic resources to migrant families seeking political asylum in the United States. Many of these families are coming from Central America and are fleeing from intense violence and poverty. We are seeking volunteers to assist at the shelter and help families reunite with their loved ones. (Alitas is an affiliate program of Catholic Community Services.) Please note: -Student volunteers are eligible for community service/ internship hours -Spanish speaking skills are a great help! Interested volunteers should contact volunteer coordinator, Sydney Tuller, to attend an orientation at stuller@arizonaserve.org.
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Scholarship Opportunities Dear SBS Undergraduate Students, We encourage you to apply to the SBS Magellan Circle Scholarship! Through the generous donations of Magellan Circle Members, the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences (SBS) offers $500 Magellan Circle Scholarships to fulltime SBS undergraduate majors enrolled during AY 16-17. You must be in good academic standing at the University of Arizona and making satisfactory progress toward your degree, and you must be able to demonstrate a documented level of financial need. This scholarship is unique in that you will meet the donor at a mandatory breakfast scheduled on Fall'16 Reading Day, which is December 8, 2016. This networking opportunity is one of the key benefits of this scholarship opportunity. Go to Scholarship Universe for more details: https:// scholarshipuniverse.arizona.edu/SUHA/Scholarships Here are our past winners: https://web.sbs.arizona.edu/magellan-circle-scholars Recipients will be selected by a panel of SBS faculty, and they will evaluate both academic performance and financial need to determine winners. All best, Amy Amy C. Kimme Hea, PhD Associate Dean for Instruction College of Social and Behavioral Sciences
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Scholarship Opportunities The Lint Center for National Security Studies Scholarship Information The Lint Center for National Security Studies invites undergraduate and graduate students pursuing their education in majors related to homeland security (i.e. criminal justice/criminology, government, intelligence, etc.) to apply for scholarships. Awards will be made in amounts ranging from $500 - $1500. The completion of one application will qualify a student for multiple scholarships. Awards must be used for tuition and/or course fees. The mission of the Lint Center for National Security Studies is to foster the educational development of students interested in homeland security. Scholarship recipients will have the opportunity to participate in the Lint Center’s mentoring program, in which professional guidance can be obtained from an experienced counterintelligence or national security expert. These scholarships are recognized nationwide, with their prestige benefitting recipients during their academic and professional careers. The application process includes the submission of a short essay pertaining to counterintelligence, national security/defense, and/or alliance building. This essay should reflect a student’s ability to utilize innovative, creative and interdisciplinary thinking. All submitted information is confidential. There are no rigid GPA requirements. Information about these scholarships and the Lint Center can be found at http:// www.lintcenter.org/scholarships/. Applicants are urged to submit their materials early. Completed applications must be received by January 31, 2017.
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Announcements
Downtown Series Explores Privacy With every click and swipe, we can access unimaginable amounts of information online. We also leave a trail of personal data, revealing secrets about our health, habits, beliefs, connections and plans. This fall, UA faculty will host a series of discussions with national privacy experts to explore the benefits and dangers of the digital age. Guest panelists include representatives from business, government, and privacy advocacy groups, including Fitbit, MediaBrix, the Center for Democracy and Technology, and the Combating Terrorism Center at West Point. Titled "Conversations on Privacy," the series will be held on five consecutive Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. from Oct. 19 to Nov. 16 at the Fox Tucson Theatre. More
How to Get Tickets The conversations are free and seating will be first-come, firstserved. The public can reserve tickets for each event in advance through Eventbrite. Tickets are also available at the Fox Tucson Theatre box office on the day of the event.
Parking The Fox Tucson Theatre is located at 17 W. Congress Street at the northwest corner of Congress St. and Stone Ave. Parking downtown is easy! Street parking downtown is free after 5 p.m., plus there are plenty of parking garages nearby. Or consider taking the Sun Link Street Car!
Fame and Shame in the Digital Age Oct. 26, 6:30 p.m. In the digital world, we leave a trail of information that can be easily obtained and posted online for everyone to see forever. For journalists trying to hold governments and corporations accountable, this information can be helpful in exposing wrongdoing. For private citizens and celebrities, however, the online publication of personal information can be devastating. David Cuiller, director of the UA School of Journalism; Jack Gillum, an Associated Press reporter who covers privacy, technology, and surveillance; and Emma Llansรณ, director of the Free Expression Project with the Center for Democracy and Technology (CDT), will discuss how we balance the public's right to know with the individual's right to privacy. Get tickets here.
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Academic Advising Academic Advising Info To see your Academic Advisor click here
for their contact information. You can also schedule an appointment with your advisor by logging into SBS Wise Advising here.
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