U NDERGRAD N EWSLETTER Important Dates
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New Announcements
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Student Reminders / Academic Advisor Information
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Important Dates & Deadlines to Know: Full UA Calendar dates here Thanksgiving Recess
11/22-11/25/12
1st Spring 2013 Internship Enrollment Date (For More Info & Dates Click Here)
11/27/12 1:30-3:30
Reading Day
12/6/12
Deadline to pay for Winter 2012 without late charge
12/19/12
Reimbursement Deadline for GRE Test Prep
30 days from registration 30 days from airfare
Reimbursement Deadline for Study Abroad Airfare
Purchase
Reimbursement Deadline for Internships Outside of Arizona Airfare
30 days from airfare Purchase
First Day of Spring Classes
1/11/13
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Announcement
Save the Date! Internship Info! Do you need to register/enroll for an internship? If you do, then you MUST attend one of the enrollment dates listed below Are you interested in doing an internship in Spring 2013? If yes, then you must attend one of the following internship enrollment dates, all will be held in Social Sciences 305 & 313A: Tuesday, November 27th, 2012, from 1:30-3:00PM Monday, December 10th, 2012, from 12:00-1:30 PM Friday, January 11th, 2013, from 1:30-3:00PM Wednesday, January 16th, 2013, from 10:00-11:30AM Thursday, January 24th, 2013, 10:00-11:30 Friday, January 25th, 2013, from 10:00AM-12:00PM View more SGPP Internship info here. An enrollment date is when you are actually registered/enrolled in the internship, you cannot receive credit for your internship without enrolling during one of the times listed above. You must bring the application filled out by you and your supervisor to the enrollment time you choose. View the internship slideshow & full details here.
NO STUDENT WILL BE ENROLLED INTO AN INTERNSHIP AFTER JANUARY 25TH. NO EXCEPTIONS
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Announcements Attention students seeking an internship opportunity this Spring BE THE CHANGE From personal growth to community leadership, we are committed to building potential and opportunities that make the world a better place. Call us crazy, but at LeadLocal we believe that WE ALL HAVE THE POWER TO CHANGE FOR GOOD. With this guiding belief, we bring together emerging corporate and community leaders (mentors) with highpotential undergraduates (interns) who have the drive to improve and the passion to lead contribute. As we provide coaching and hands-on leadership opportunities, these teams generate real business solutions for our community’s small businesses and non-profit organizations. The LeadLocal experience is a unique and transformational opportunity. Interns benefit from: + partnering with like-minded students to achieve a goal. To apply online: 1. Go to http://www.leadlocal-tucson.com/become-intern 2. Scroll to the bottom of the page and select "Apply Now" 3. Complete the online application form 4. Or Email Robin Breault at contactleadlocal@gmail.com with any questions The Association of American Universities (AAU) still has openings for undergraduate interns in our Washington, D.C. office for the spring 2013 semester, and we’d love for students from your university to apply! AAU internships focus on science and higher education policy and allow students to engage in a wide variety of policy-related activities, from conducting research and analysis and tracking legislation, to attending briefings and drafting policy documents for use by our staff and university members. For more information on the AAU intern program, interested students can visit our website at http://www.aau.edu/about/article.aspx?id=6294. The original deadline for Spring 2013 applications was Friday, November 2nd, but we’ll continue accepting applications through the end of November. Any interested students are encouraged to contact Kristen.deforrest@aau.edu, and should include a recent resume/CV, cover letter and short writing sample.
SUMMER HUMAN RIGHTS FELLOWSHIP Humanity in Action invites applications from talented college students and recent graduates who are intellectually gifted, mature, independent and passionate about human rights to spend roughly four weeks in Europe exploring human rights, all expenses paid. Current sophomores, juniors, and seniors and graduates from the undergraduate classes of 2010 and 2011 are eligible to apply. Visit http://www.humanityinaction.org for more information and contact Dr. Jeff Thibert with the Office of Nationally Competitive Scholarships at thibert@email.arizona.edu for application feedback! Applications are due January 10, 2013. SGPP Undergrad Newsletter Pg 3
Announcement
Persona Attention Undergraduate Writers and Artists at the University of Arizona: Persona is accepting submissions for our Spring 2013 issue! Persona is THE undergraduate magazine of art and literature at the University of Arizona. Since its inception in 1978, Persona has been designed, edited, produced, and marketed by a dedicated undergrad staff—selecting and publishing works representative of UA student body creativity. This year, we’re looking for: Literature: fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction (memoirs), screenplays, short plays, monologues, song lyrics Art: drawings, paintings, sculptures, designs, illustrations, photography, printmaking, mixed media, architecture The first deadline for submitting literature is December 3, 2012, and the final deadline for both art and literature is February 4, 2013. See our Submission Guidelines page at uapersonamagazine.tumblr.com for more information!
Department of English ∙ Persona Magazine ∙ P.O. Box 210067 ∙ Tucson, AZ 85721 literature.persona@gmail.com
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Reminders
Collegetown @ U of A Attend Collegetown! Collegetown is a social justice leadership camp that focuses on combating racism, bigotry, and discrimination in our community. We strive to create a community that embraces diversity. WHEN: January 3-7 WHERE: Chauncey Ranch in Mayer, AZ (near Prescott) COST: $100 (Fee covers 3 meals/day, housing, and camp materials. Does not include Transportation.) SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE!! Application available at here (Due Nov. 30th by 4 pm) Questions? Email: CollegetownUofA@gmail.com
Introducing the Hayek Fund for Future Scholars The Institute for Humane Studies wants to help increase their chances of being accepted and funded in their programs of choice. The new Hayek Fund for Future Scholars will reimburse up to $300 in application fees, making it affordable for promising students to apply to more programs. Who is eligible? Undergraduates and recent graduates applying for full-time doctorate or master’s degree programs to start in the 2013-14 academic year; interest in individual and economic freedom, and strong academic potential are essential. Further details: www.TheIHS.org/hayek-fund-futurescholars
Keri Anderson Student Coordinator Institute for Humane Studies www.TheIHS.org Connect with IHS
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Reminders Scholarship Universe Focus Group We are looking for UA students, any grade level, any major, to participate in our focus groups.
The Focus Groups are as follows; 1 Hour sessions that will be moderated by unbiased third-party (Non-OSFA) personnel. There are 8 spots per Focus Group – a total of 32 students is needed. First come, first serve. Participants will receive: Free Pizza Lunch with soda and water aplenty. $10 Gift Card to the Student Union to be used at the dining establishment of their choice. Dates & Times: Tuesday 11/13 – 11:30-12:30 – Career Services Big Conference Room #411 Wednesday 11/14 – 11:30-12:30 – Career Services Big Conference Room #411 If anyone is interested in participating please contact Uriah Bennett (usb@email.arizona.edu) to sign up.
The McGuire Entrepreneurship Program is holding two additional Information Sessions for the 2013-2014 academic year. Information Sessions are held in McClelland Hall Room 202. These sessions will provide information about the McGuire Entrepreneurship Program, student expectations, and the application process, with time at the end for questions. Acceptance to the McGuire Program for undergraduate students is highly competitive and space is limited for graduate students. All interested undergraduate students must attend a McGuire Program Information Session and graduate students are strongly encouraged to attend. Due to high demand, two sessions have been added to our schedule: Wednesday, November 28 – 2:00-3:00 pm. Any questions may be directed to Julie Forster at forstejm@email.arizona.edu. Information about the program and the application process can be found here: http://mcguireexperience.com/about/mcguireprogram/apply/.
Pima County Superior Court/Pretrial Services will have two paid intern positions available, with the positions starting in January 2013. Please submit your application materials by November 30, 2012 For information on how to apply for the internship, please visit the Wildcat JobLink page and search for Intake Support Specialist. http://www.career.arizona.edu/joblink
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Reminders
Learn-Lead-Network with the Washington Semester Program Washington Semester Program by November 1st,our priority deadline. Applications can be submitted at applyspexs.american.edu See the brochure here. To view Spring 2013 costs with tuition click here To view Spring 2013 costs without tuition click here http://www.american.edu/spexs/
Students Can Make The Most Out Of Their Summer in Washington, DC Spend your summer with students from across the country while earning credit To learn more click here
The Rangel International Affairs Program is now accepting applications for the 2013 Rangel International Affairs Graduate Fellowship. The Fellowship welcomes applications from young people interested in careers of international service. For those who want to become Foreign Services Officers in the U.S. Department of State, The Rangel Graduate Fellowship Program provides benefits of up to $90,000 over two years toward a two-year master's degree, arranges internships on Capitol Hill and at U.S. embassies, and provides professional development and support activities. Fellows may use the fellowship to attend a two-year master's program in a U.S. institution to study any area of relevance to the Foreign Service, including international relations, public policy, public administration, languages, or business administration. Upon successful completion of the two-year fellowship, Fellows enter the Foreign Service of the U.S. Department of State. Applicants must be college seniors or graduates looking to start two-year graduate programs in fall 2013, must have GPAs of at least 3.2, and be U.S. citizens. The program welcomes any undergraduate major and encourages applications from members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service and those with financial need.
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Reminders Attention UA Seniors Join the Senior Year Experience! Get info on everything you need to know about your senior year and graduation.
• Senior-only events. • Career resources and fairs. • Graduation checklist. • Important dates and deadlines. • Deals on graduation supplies. • Plus more! It’s easy to join! Just “like” us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/UASeniors20122013 Don't forget to check out the Senior Year Experience website at http://alumni.arizona.edu/ students/seniors. It's got everything YOU need!
Check out these special topic courses!! Extraordinary Class Offerings for Spring 2013 ANTH 395A, Section 1: Archaeology of Ancient Athletics ANTH 395B, Section 1: Language and Youth Culture ANTH 395B, Section 2: Global Health Challenges in 21st Century ANTH 395B, Section 3: Energy, Society, Culture ANTH 395B, Section 4: Anthropology of Food ANTH 395D, Section 1: Experimental Methods ANTH 495A, Section 1: Mapping Ancient Cities ANTH 495A, Section 2: Tree rings, Documents and Oral History ANTH 4945A, Section 3: Practical Pottery Making ANTH 495A, Section 4: Classical and Controversial ANTH 495A, Section 5: Diseases and Human Evolution (not yet posted in the schedule) ANTH 495B, Section 2: Prison Nation Time: The Anthropology of Control
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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 WiseAdvising here.
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