This week …
1) ACTIVITIES
2) ETIQUETTE DINNER
3) IMPORTANT DATES FOR ADDING/DROPPING CLASSES
4) AWARDS and SCHOLARSHIPS NOW AVAILABLE!
5) CONSIDERING GRADUATE SCHOOL?
6) INTERNSHIPS
7) PRE-HEALTH NEWS from Paul Crosby …
8) MARINE BIOLOGY – Winter Break 2008
9) STUDENT HEALTH ADVISORY BOARD
NOTE—I will be out of the office beginning Wednesday, September 5. If you have general questions, stop by the Biology Office, 2045 Haworth; for “biology” questions, please contact Dr. Greg Burg (gburg@ku.edu). I will return to the office on Thursday, September 27. -- Jan
1) ACTIVITIES
September Workshops presented by KU Career Services (additional workshops and more information at: http://www.careerservices.ku.edu/): *The ABC’s of Interviewing; September 5, 7:00-8:00 pm, Room 1, Eaton Hall (also, September 13, 3:30 – 4:30 pm, Room 1, Eaton Hall; September 25, 11:30–12:30 pm, Room 1, Eaton Hall). *Job-Winning Resumes; September 6, 3:30 – 4:30 pm, 149 Burge Union (also September 12, 3:30–4:30 pm, 149 Burge Union). *Dynamic Interviewing Skills; September 26, 3:30–4:30 pm, 149 Burge Union *Around the World with Peace Corps; September 26, 12:00 pm–1:00 pm, Regionalist Room, Kansas Union. *Jumpstart Your Job Search; September 27, 3:30–4:30 pm, 149 Burge Union
September 12, Wednesday – STUDY ABROAD FAIR, 9:30 am to 3:30 pm, 4th floor lobby, Kansas Union (sponsored by KU Office of Study Abroad).
September 24, Monday – PRE-OPTOMETRY CLUBmeeting,7:00 pm, location TBA. Joe Hauser, Vice President for Student Services, Southern College of Optometry (http://www.sco.edu) will be presenting.
October 4, Thursday – VOLUNTEER FAIR, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm, Kansas Union Lobby (sponsored by University Career Center)
October 9, Tuesday – ETIQUETTE DINNER, 6:30–9:00 pm, Kansas Union (presented by the University Career Center). This unique learning experience provides an excellent opportunity to navigate successfully through one of the most difficult social encounters in the real world: Fine Dining with Strangers! See information in #2 below.
October 17, Wednesday – CAREER NIGHT for Biology undergraduates (sponsored by the Biological Sciences Alumni Advisory Board).
2) ETIQUETTE DINNER
The University Career Center is pleased to present the Fall 2007 Etiquette Dinner. Students and employers are invited to participate in this lighthearted educational event. The Fall 2007 Etiquette Dinner will be held on Tuesday, October 9, 2007, in the Malott and Kansas rooms of the Kansas Union, from 6:30 pm until 9:00 pm. Ms. Catherine Corey, Director of the Greater Kansas City and Johnson County Chapters of the National League of Junior Cotillions will use her social expertise to skillfully and humorously guide participants through one of the most feared social experiences of any profession: Fine Dining with Strangers! An etiquette dinner is an interesting avenue to explore in career development. This unique learning experience provides an excellent opportunity to navigate successfully through one of the most difficult social encounters in the real world: Fine Dining with Strangers! Each table will seat seven students and one sponsoring employer. This unique arrangement provides networking opportunities for students and employers. Students enjoy watching employers learn social skills along with them! KU students of all academic levels are encouraged to participate in this fun event. There is a non-refundable commitment cost of twelve dollars ($12.00) per student to attend. Reservations for the event can be purchased at the University Career Center, Room 110 Burge Union. Personal checks, cash, and major credit cards are accepted forms of payment. Students are encouraged to purchase their reservation as soon as possible since there is limited seating. We request all participants wear business attire.
3) IMPORTANT DATES FOR ADDING/DROPPING CLASSES
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 – end of first period; last day to drop a class on-line (course will not appear on transcript).
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 – last day to add a class.
4) AWARDS and SCHOLARSHIPS NOW AVAILABLE!
The Department of Molecular Biosciences is now accepting nominations for the 2007 PHILIP and MARJORIE NEWMARK AWARD. This award is given annually to a student (graduate, undergraduate, medical) in recognition of special achievement in biochemistry research in its broadest sense. It is an honor commensurate with the ideals and standards set forth by Philip and Marjorie Newmark, in whose names it is offered. If you are a student wishing to self-nominate, please submit: (1) your CV; (2) An abstract (1 page, single-spaced) outlining your research and its significance. Nomination documents should be placed in an envelope and returned to: John P. Connolly, KU Department of Molecular Biosciences, 2034 Haworth Hall, Lawrence Campus. The nomination deadline is: Monday, September 17.
Applications are now being accepted for the following awards and scholarships. Full information and application materials are available in 2045 Haworth, or can be downloaded from our web site: http://www.kuub.ku.edu/. The deadline for receipt of all application materials is 5:00 pm on Friday, October 5, 2007. Address questions to: Jan Elder, Undergraduate Biology, 2045 Haworth Hall, 864-5883 (jelder@ku.edu) or to Greg Burg, Chair, Division of Biological Sciences Awards Committee, 2045 Haworth Hall, 864-4143 (gburg@ku.edu).
THE HOWIESON OPPORTUNITY FUND--The Howieson Opportunity Fund has been established to assist undergraduate students who wish to travel to off-campus research laboratories, field research sites, or academic/scientific conferences. Priority is given to applications which include active research and/or intent to present papers/posters. Eligible applicants include all undergraduate students conducting research in the biological sciences at the University of Kansas. Monies from the fund are not designed to cover all of the costs associated with travel, etc., but to serve in conjunction with other resources. Proposals requesting up to $500 will be considered; however, final determinations will be based on the quality/quantity of submissions and documented need.
IDA H. HYDE SCHOLARSHIP FOR WOMEN IN SCIENCE TO STUDY IN A NON-KU RESEARCH LABORATORY--The Ida H. Hyde Research Scholarship fund provides an annual award ($500 to $3,000) to an advanced (upper-class or graduate) woman student in biology to provide an opportunity “to study in the Marine Biological Laboratory in Woods Hole, or any other marine laboratory, or any biological, chemical or physical research laboratory, offering environment and advantages different from those found in the University of Kansas . . . .”
THE PAUL A. KITOS AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN UNDERGRADUATE BIOCHEMICAL RESEARCH--Presented annually to an undergraduate based on achievement in biochemical research. Past awards have been $200. Eligibility: Any undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Biological Sciences, and who is currently participating in biochemical research.
THE ERMA REED PETERSON SCHOLARSHIP for Pre-Medicine Seniors-- Through the generosity of the Peterson Family, the Division will present a scholarship to an outstanding KU pre-med senior. Award amount: Tuition for the Spring 2008 semester to a total of $750. Eligibility: Must be a KU pre-med senior graduating in Spring 2008. Preference will be given to (a) a student from either Saline or McPherson County, Kansas, and (b) a Genetics major. (In the event there are no applicants meeting criteria (a) and/or (b), the scholarship will be awarded to a Pre-Med Spring 2008 graduate.) DEL and CAROL SHANKEL BIOMEDICAL SCHOLARSHIP--The Division of Biological Sciences will present an award (past awards have been $500) to an undergraduate who is planning a career in the biomedical sciences. Any undergraduate: (a) majoring in microbiology or a related discipline, (b) participating (or planning to participate) in a research program with a KU (Lawrence campus) faculty member, (c) maintaining at least a 3.0 GPA, and (d) enrolling at KU for the next academic year is eligible.
5) CONSIDERING GRADUATE SCHOOL?
If you are thinking about graduate school, consider attending the K-State Graduate Recruitment Fair on October 19-20, in Manhattan, Kansas. Registration deadline is October 5, and full information is available at: http://www.k-state.edu/grad/gradfair. Participating departments include: Biology, Chemistry, Entomology, Biomedical Sciences, Biochemistry, Public Health, Horticulture, Forestry & Recreation Resources, Mathematics, Physics, etc. The program is designed to maximize the amount of time the prospective graduate students spend in the departments in which they are interested as well as to maximize the amount of contact they have with K-State graduate faculty and current graduate students. Lodging and Saturday’s meals will be provided by Kansas State University. Prospective graduate students will be responsible for their transportation to Manhattan.
6) INTERNSHIPS
Pre-Professional Internship Program, Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine. The Pre-Professional Internship Program at the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine (OCPM) is designed to provide insight into the many facets of podiatric medicine and the education involved with obtaining the Doctor of Podiatric Medicine Degree. Student interns rotate through the following departments in the Cleveland Foot and Ankle Clinic: General Medicine, Podiatric Medicine, Orthopedics/Biomechanics, and Podiatric Surgery. Interns may also observe podiatrists at the Cleveland Veterans Affairs Medical Center or visit local private practices. A typical day includes open clinic observations and department rotations with OCPM students and faculty clinicians. Interns will have the opportunity to participate in grand rounds on Wednesday mornings and observe morning surgeries on designated days. Interns will also participate in workshops on admissions, financial aid, student activities and the first-year experience as well as social events in the Cleveland area. The dates for the 2008 programs are: Session I: January 7-11; Session II: January 14-18; Session III: June 9-13; Session IV: June 16-20; Session V: July 7-11; Session VI: July 14-18. College Description: The Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine is located in the heart of Cleveland's University Circle. The degree program offered at the college is a four-year program with an emphasis on the classroom and lab experience in the first and second year of the curriculum, followed by clinical rotations and externships for upper-division students. OCPM houses laboratories, classrooms, a library, and the Cleveland Foot and Ankle Clinic. Expenses and Housing Accommodations: There is no cost for the internship program itself. However, prospective interns should understand that some expense is incurred due to transportation and living expenses (housing and meals). Housing arrangements for the January program are being made through OCPM student hosts. Housing for the summer internship sessions is available through Case Western Reserve University. Please indicate your need for housing on the internship application. Application Prerequisites and Procedures: Students applying to OCPM's internship program must meet the following criteria: completion of one year of an undergraduate program; good academic standing. A personal statement indicating why you are interested in the program and what you hope to gain from the experience must be included on page 2 of the application or on a separate sheet of paper. The application deadlines are December 15, 2007 (January sessions), May 21, 2008 (June sessions) and June 22, 2008 (July sessions). Selection Procedure: The Admission Office will review completed applications. Accepted applicants will be notified within two to three weeks of the internship application deadline. Questions to: Aaron Berger, Student Recruiter (216-707-8060, aberger@ocpm.edu or Kristy DiPalma (216-707-8062, kdipalma@ocpm.edu (Toll Free in Ohio at 1-800-821-6562, ext. 8062 Toll Free outside Ohio at 1-800-238-7903, ext. 8062). Completed applications should be sent to: The Office of Student Affairs and Admission, Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, 10515 Carnegie Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44106. Requested Documents: Resume, Transcript, Cover Letter, Other. (Note: Prospective interns must submit the following materials: Pre-Professional Internship application; an official transcript from current college or university; a recommendation letter from an academic advisor or faculty member. Access online application at: http://www.ocpm.edu/departments/student_affairs/admissions/internship.asp).
Internship with Kansas Streamlink, Lawrence, Kansas.Description: The initial intention of the internship opportunity is to help build the experience and knowledge base of those considering relevant careers. Coming to the program with diverse academic and practical backgrounds, the majority of our interns have completed bachelors degrees, are in the process of making graduate school decisions, or are non-traditional students working through mid-life career changes. Typically, interns are here for 6 to 18 months and are a part of at least one field sampling season. They work along side full-time staff members and are assigned tasks based on their interest and abilities. This includes fieldwork in diverse stream settings, public relations, teaching/public presentations, data-basing, website maintenance, web research, and writing for a variety of purposes. By representing the organization at various meetings, interns establish professional relationships and develop a proficient operating knowledge of current environmental pressures affecting stream health and/or the interlacing environmental education process in Kansas. We work very hard with our interns so that they leave the program with the confidence and skills necessary to succeed in stream ecology or environmental education professions. This half-time internship will involve working with teachers, water quality professionals, landowners, and the general public. The intern will in some cases lead a group of 5 to 100 K-12 students through a set stream sampling protocol or hands on learning activity. You must be physically able to get creek-side. During the off season when our outdoor obligations wane, you will be involved in a variety of StreamLink program maintenance and curriculum projects. Web design experience is a plus. You will be a representative of a large organization of partners in which each views the environment in a slightly different way. You will need to have tact, patience, a fair degree of common sense and be ever mindful of the greater goal of improving our environment. You must have strong computer skills, a driver’s license and reliable transportation for occasional statewide travel. Some evening and weekend hours will be expected. Applications accepted until November 1, 2007. Default Email For Resumes: alison@streamlink.org. 7) PRE-HEALTH NEWS from Paul Crosby …
Alternative Winter Breaks. Alternative Breaks is a student-run organization that focuses on service learning. Participants travel in groups to locations throughout the country during Winter Break in order to perform service addressing various social issues. Participants of the Winter Break program may also enroll in an optional class component which meets weekly during the fall semester. Through this combination of education, direct service and reflection, we aim to provide students with greater insight into the issues facing our generation and create a lifelong commitment to community service. A $50 deposit fee is due with the application and the remainder of the fee is due at the first class meeting. The total program fee will be between $225-$275 (the exact total is still being determined). Winter 2008 Sites: AIDS Foundation (Houston, Texas); Give Kids the World (Orlando, Florida); United Cerebral Palsy (Dallas, Texas); Misericordia/Heart of Mercy (Chicago, Illinois); Mountain Housing Opportunities (Asheville, North Carolina); Teach for America (Chicago, Illinois). Deadlines: September 7: Site Leader and Participant Application Due; September 22: Site Leader Training; September 27: First Day of Class (classes will be held Thursday evenings 5:30-7:00 pm). For more information: Alternative Breaks, 425 Kansas Union, albreaks@ku.edu, (785) 864-4317www.ku.edu/~albreaks (applications available at the AB Office).
8) MARINE BIOLOGY – Winter Break 2008
FIELD STUDIES ON CARIBBEAN CORAL REEFS in Bonaire, a tropical island in the Netherlands Antilles off the coast of Venezuela. Students must enroll in BIOL 420 or 701 (3 credit hours) for this 15-day field course led by Dr. James Thorp. Although the trip will be exciting and fun, this is a formal course with lectures, tests, field trips, and research projects. Field trips will consist of exploration of marine (reefs, sea grass beds, intertidal zones, and mangroves), terrestrial, and inland aquatic habitats. Students will investigate the fringing coral reef during boat dives (12 dives) and unlimited shore dives. Grades will be based on one or more tests, a field notebook, and small-group research projects conducted in the island’s marine habitats. We will stay in a beach-front hotel with multiple students per room; some of the meals will be prepared in our kitchens by our group. Enrollment for the trip is limited to ~12 students because of transportation issues. Students need to be scuba certified (contact Dr. Thorp at thorp@ku.edu) for more information about scuba programs and requirements). Application deadline is October 1. Contact the Study Abroad Office in 108 Lippincott Hall (864-3742; osa@ku.edu) for estimated costs and payment schedule.
9) STUDENT HEALTH ADVISORY BOARD
INTERESTED IN HEALTH ISSUES? STUDYING A PRE-HEALTH MAJOR? WANT A SAY IN THE HEALTH CENTER AT KU? or INTERESTED IN THE BUSINESS ASPECTS OF RUNNING A HEALTH CENTER? Then you should apply to be a member of the STUDENT HEALTH ADVISORY BOARD. Mission: SHAB exists to advise Watkins Health Center administration on matters pertaining to the programs on healthcare and education for students of the University of Kansas. Contact janes@ku.edu for Applications. Applications due by September 10 at 5:00 pm. Meetings are usually once a month on a Tuesday at 5:30. If you have any questions, please contact the current SHAB Chair, Jane Segebrecht, at janes@ku.edu.
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