| Tuesday, October 27, 2009 Kansas Union, 5th Floor 3:30 - 6:30 pm |
Public Service & Non-Profit Career FairPublic Service & Non-Profit Career Fair, 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm, Kansas Union, 5th Floor. Thinking about a career in government or the non-profit sector? This is your opportunity to meet recruiters from Federal, State and local government agencies, their direct-support agencies and various non-profit organizations, and explore these career options (including internships, fellowships and full-time jobs). Check the University Career Center web site (www.kucareerhawk.com) for a list of participating employers. Contact information: Megan Hill (864-4517; mjhill@ku.edu). |
| Tuesday, October 27, 2009 Kansas Union, Jayhawk Room 6:30 - 8:00 pm |
CIA Career OpportunitiesCIA Career Opportunities, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm, Kansas Union, Jayhawk Room (will immediately follow the Public Service & Non-Profit Career Fair). CIA representatives will focus on a broad range of topics including the Agency mission, potential career opportunities, and the online application process. All majors are welcome; bring your updated resume! Contact information: Megan Hill (864-4517; mjhill@ku.edu). |
| Tuesday, November 3, 2009 Kansas Union, International Room 7:00 – 9:00 pm |
Peace Corps Information and Return Volunteer PanelPeace Corps Information and Return Volunteer Panel, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, Kansas Union, International Room. |
| Tuesday, December 1, 2009 Lawrence Public Library 7:00 – 9:00 pm |
Peace Corps General Information MeetingPeace Corps General Information Meeting, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, Lawrence Public Library. Opportunities are available for those with a four-year degree OR a combination of job experience and a two-year degree OR substantial experience, in lieu of a degree, in specialized areas. (Some specialized areas are: skilled trades, farm/agribusiness, vegetable gardening/nursery/forestry or fish cultivation/production, business management, computer technology, nursing (RN/LPN/LVN), non-profit management/organizational development, and work with at-risk youth.) Peace Corps benefits include medical, dental and housing, as well as a monthly stipend, transportation to and from your host country, graduate study benefits, 24 vacation days a year, and a $6,075 readjustment allowance after your 2-year service. Some student loans can be deferred during Peace Corps service. After your 2-year service, former Volunteers receive one year of noncompetitive eligibility for employment in the federal government. The Peace Corps is a 27-month commitment, which includes 12 weeks of language training in the host country. We encourage you to apply a year before you want to depart. |
| Wednesday, November 4 Kansas Union: Alderson Auditorium 7:00 to 9:00 pm |
Don't Just Declare a Major, Follow a CallingStudents often struggle to know and follow their truest callings, to negotiate the tight passages of career choice, and to create a match between who they are and what they do----the best kind of success. This dynamic and hands-on workshop is designed for students who need help with choosing a major. The workshop involves brainstorming, reflection, small group work and a lot of humor to help you deepen your exploration and understanding of listening and responding to your calling. Speaker: Gregg Levoy—a nationally recognized speaker and author of of “Callings: Finding and Following an Authentic Life”. He has written for the New York Times Magazine, Washington Post, Omni, Psychology Today, American Health, and many others. Contact information: Wendy Shoemaker (864-9550; wshoe@ku.edu). |
| Tuesday, November 17 Jaybowl |
Biology Club MeetingBiology Club Meeting at Jaybowl (more information later!) -- John Stillings, Bio Club VP. |
Hiring Tutors for Fall 2009 Semester--Tutoring Services, located in the Academic Achievement and Access Center in Strong Hall, is currently hiring Tutors for the Fall Semester. Tutors are specifically needed for:
Biol 100, 150, 240, 246, 350, 400;
Chem 184, 624; Phsx 114, 115;
Math 002, 101, 115, 116, 121, 122, 220
Our program offers small group tutoring (2-4 students meet with a tutor for 1 1/2 hours two times a week, on either Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday) and it is course specific. If you are interested, visit our website at www.tutoring.ku.edu or stop by 22 Strong Hall to get more details about the application process. Tutors are paid hourly for tutoring as well as for preparation. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact AAAC: Tutoring Services at (785) 864-4064. EO/AA
Advising in KUUB continues through Friday, 6 November. Current KUUB advisor contact information is available at http://www.kuub.ku.edu/~kuub/cgi-bin/advising.shtml. It is important that you visit this web site if you do not already have a biology advisor. This site contains lists of faculty advisors divided into biology categories so that you can find an advisor who fits your particular biological interest (there is even a list if you are undeclared but would like to pursue a biology degree).
Beginning enrollment dates are: Seniors – 27 October; Juniors – 30 October; Sophomores – 4 November; Freshmen – 10 November.
You will need to clear all holds before you will be able to enroll (holds can be viewed through KU portal). There are four categories of advising-related holds:
1) First advising hold (FAH) for students who have an initial term of Spring 2009, Summer 2009, or Fall 2009. Transfer students with 60-90 hours will get this hold if their initial KU term is Summer or Fall 2009.
After meeting with a biology advisor go to 109 Strong Hall and turn in a copy of your GPS (Graduation Position System) form indicating that you met with an advisor and understand the information on your GPS.
2) First advising hold for 90+ hours (FA9) for students whose initial term at KU is Fall or Summer 2009 and who have completed 90+ credit hours. Students should meet with an advisor in 109 Strong Hall.
3) Non-declared (NDC) enrollment hold for any continuing students who have completed fewer than 60 credit hours and who have not officially declared a major or been accepted into a professional school at KU. Completing and submitting a Declaration of Major form will remove this hold.
4) Non-declared 60+ hrs. students (ND6) enrollment hold for any continuing students who have not officially declared a major or been accepted into a professional school at KU. Completing and submitting a Declaration of Major form will remove this hold.
Reminder:
BIOL 412, Evolutionary Biology, is now being taught during the Spring semesters only.
BIOL 570, Biostatistics, is now being taught during the Fall semesters only.
BIOL 503, Immunology, taught at the Edwards campus focuses only on medical immunology.
Prerequisites for the following biology courses will be checked at the time of on-line enrollment. Students will not be able to enroll in these courses unless they have (or are currently enrolled in) the necessary prerequisite courses. Please e-mail Greg Burg (gburg@ku.edu) to have transfer courses evaluated as possible prerequisite courses prior to requesting enrollment permission numbers.
BIOL 350 – successfully completed CHEM 188 and BIOL 150 or 151
BIOL 408 – successfully completed CHEM 184 or 185 and BIOL 152 or 153
BIOL 412 – successfully completed BIOL 350 or 360
BIOL 416 – successfully completed BIOL 150 or 151
The following are some links you might find helpful during the enrollment process:
* Links to open sections, searchable timetable - http://www.opensections.ku.edu/
* Retrieving an ARTS form - http://www.artsform.ku.edu/
* CLA&S Student Academic Services web page - http://www.collegesas.ku.edu
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COURSE IN PLANT ECOLOGY – SPRING 2010
BIOL 602 (T, R; 1:00 – 2:15; 3 Credits)
Through lecture, class discussions and various on-campus excursions we will explore a variety of foundational and contemporary topics in the field of Plant Ecology. Topics will span multiple levels of ecological organization (genes – individuals – populations – communities – ecosystems – regional and global scales), and evaluate issues from ecological and evolutionary perspectives. Special emphasis will be placed on linking basic ecological concepts to problems of applied and societal importance (ecosystem functioning and services, conservation, restoration, agriculture, global change etc.). Instructor: Bryan Foster, EEB, bfoster@ku.edu.
2010 K-INBRE Undergraduate Scholarship Program. Applications for the 2010 K-INBRE Undergraduate Scholarship Program are now being accepted. K-INBRE provides financial support and mentoring to enable science majors to gain intensive experience in biomedical related research. Eight scholarships are competitively awarded each year, and scholarships will provide up to $2,000 for Spring 2010 and $4,000 for Summer 2010. Detailed information about the program and the application packet can be found online at http://www.kinbre.ku.edu. Applications will be accepted through 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 2, 2009. For more information, please contact Emily Huckabay at emilych@ku.edu or (785)864-7316. |
Wanted: Biology majors for “CSI on the Living”. Explore this versatile biology-based undergraduate degree (B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science) at www.cls.kumc.edu. Expect multiple job offers before graduation at a range of $42-45,000. Coursework overlaps that of pre-pharmacy, pre-med and many other health related occupations, making this degree a great alternative pathway to medical school and other post-graduate programs. You can call 785-864-2834 to arrange an advising appointment on the KU Lawrence campus or contact our department at the medical center directly at 913-588-5220. Substantial scholarships available for most students accepted into the program. -- Venus Ward, Ph.D., Chair, Dept. of Clinical Laboratory Sciences.
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The final date to apply for graduation for fall 2009 is November 2, 2009 (for further information, go to College Student Academic Services (http://www2.ku.edu/~clasus/students/graduationinformation.shtml) December graduates are invited to attend the Undergraduate Biology Graduate Recognition Ceremony on Saturday, May 15. If you will be leaving KU in December, you can either (1) send me a “non-KU” e-mail address before you leave, or (2) send me an e-mail in March to request the information. |
James Cook University – Australia’s Academic Study Experience in the Tropics – JCU is the best place in the world to study marine biology—the Great Barrier Reef is so close! The assignments are unique and practical and the fact that the courses include field trips makes it even easier to learn because it’s hands-on. Study areas at JCU include: Aquaculture, earth science, ecology, engineering, environmental science, geology, marine biology, microbiology, plant sciences, rainforest science, tropical biology, zoology. For more information, contact the KU Study Abroad Office or e-mail: studyabroad@jcu.edu.au. |
The Student Involvement and Leadership Center is seeking energetic, passionate and dedicated students to apply for the 13th annual LeaderShape Institute taking place January 7-12, 2010. LeaderShape is a highly interactive and energizing six-day, five night leadership enhancement program that provides students experience with practicing ethical decision making, dealing with chaos and change, clarifying personal values, celebrating and exploring the values of others, and working in teams. LeaderShape believes in living in possibility, making a commitment to a vision, developing relationships to bring the vision into reality and sustaining a high level of integrity. Learning takes place in the context of a supportive community that results in positive change. LeaderShape's Vision is "To improve society by inspiring, developing, and supporting more people committed to leading with integrity." Online applications for the institute are available at: https://www-s1.leadershape.org/apprd/2159/. You will be asked to register as a new user and complete steps that will then lead to the application. More general information is available through the Student Involvement and Leadership Center website http://www.ku.edu/~silc/Leadershape/home.shtml. LeaderShape is open to all enrolled students...graduate and undergraduate, for those who are already involved in numerous campus activities, and for those who are still looking for their niche. The program is limited to 60 participants with a $50 registration fee due upon selection for the program (a small number of scholarships will be made available). Online applications will be accepted through Monday, November 9. Selected participants will be notified by November 13. For more information, feel free to contact Matt Robinson or Colleen Drazen at 785-864-4861 or kulead@ku.edu. Colleen Drazen Assistant Director - Greek Life and Leadership Programs, The Student Involvement and Leadership Center, Kansas Union, 1301 Jayhawk Blvd., Room 400, Lawrence, KS 66045 (785.864.4861, 785.864.4595 [fax], http://www.silc.ku.edu/). The Student Involvement and Leadership Center exists because involvement enhances learning.
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IMPORTANT NOTE – Internships, opportunities, summer research, etc. which are featured in these weekly e-mails, will now also be available to you on our web site: www.kuub.ku.edu. Check it out at: http://www.kuub.ku.edu/announcements/documents/OpportunitiesSpring2010.shtml and find a great experience to help you with your future career! |
Summer 2010 at New York University—over 1,000 courses in New York City and abroad. For information, go to: www.nyu.edu/summer/gonyu. |
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