February 2013 edition

change dispatch the engage

academic updates

important dates

February 15 – Deadline to apply for graduation https://students.asu.edu/graduation

- Deadline for BIS 401 internship application in Session B

https://sls.asu.edu/node/303

February 25 – Tuition fee payment deadline https://students.asu.edu/tuitiondeadlines

February 27 – Complete Withdrawal deadline for Session A classes

https://students.asu.edu/drop-add#comp%20wd

- Session A classes end

March 4 – Session B classes begin

Feather-Degraw Endowed Scholarship for Working Adults

The Margaret M. Feather, Augustus S. Feather, Jr. and Bette F. DeGraw Endowed Scholarship for Working Adults was established in 2004 and provides annual cash awards to eligible students who are degree-seeking working adults enrolled at ASU on a part-time basis (undergraduate enrolled in 9 hours or less; graduate enrolled in 6 hours or less). Eligible students must continue to enroll on a part-time basis and maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.5. Financial need is a consideration for awards and scholarships are renewable, but previous award recipients must reapply for future consideration. Website: https://scholarships.asu.edu/scholarship/13388

Burton S. Barr Memorial Scholarship

The Burton S. Barr Memorial Scholarship was established in 2004 and provides annual cash awards of $1,000-$2,000 to eligible students who are degree seeking working adults enrolled at ASU on a part-time basis (undergraduates enrolled in 9 hours or less, graduates enrolled in 6 hours or less). Eligible students must continue to enroll on a part-time basis and maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.5. Financial need is a consideration for awards and scholarships are renewable, but previous award recipients must reapply for future consideration. Website: https://scholarships.asu.edu/scholarship/13385

student success

tips and hints for college students

How Recent Grads Can Break Into Their Industry http://www.careerealism.com/recent-grads-industry/ Six Things To Do By Now To Get a Summer Internship http://www.hercampus.com/career/jobs-internships/6-things-do-now-get-summer-

internship Your Attitude Determines Whether Or Not You'll Succeed http://www.businessinsider.com/attitude-determines-success-2013-1?sf8814104=1 How to Refresh Your Brain in 10 Minutes http://www.inc.com/francesca-fenzi/refresh-your-brain-10-minutes.html 10 Tips for Getting the Most Out of College Financial Aid http://business.time.com/2013/01/25/10-tips-for-getting-the-most-out-of-college-financial-

aid/#ixzz2J0IpgOIE 6 Resume Red Flags You Can Avoid http://money.usnews.com/money/blogs/outside-voices-careers/2013/01/22/6-resume-red-

flags-you-can-avoid?s_cid=rss:outside-voices-careers:6-resume-red-flags-you-can-avoid

ASU Graduate Programs Informational Fairs

Regardless of your major, year in college or future goals, there are numerous benefits to attending the ASU Graduate Programs Informational Fair. Learn about the various graduate programs at ASU and talk to graduate program directors and support staff about admission requirements. Check out one of the upcoming fairs this month, free for both students and alumni! Monday, February 4, 5:30 - 7:00pm Location: A. E. England Building Campus: Downtown RSVP at graduate.asu.edu/events_rsvp/7273 Wednesday, February 6, 11:00am - 2:00pm Location: Memorial Union, Room 241 Campus: Tempe RSVP at graduate.asu.edu/events_rsvp/7274 Tuesday, February 12, 10:00am - 1:00pm Location: Student Union, Cooley Ballrooms B and C Campus: Polytechnic RSVP at graduate.asu.edu/events_rsvp/7276

free graduate school test preparation

Preparing for the LSAT Wednesday, February 6, 6:00 - 7:30pm Location: Coor Hall (COOR), Room 174 Campus: Tempe

This seminar will cover the most useful scoring and question types as well as strategies and give you the opportunity to see one or more of each problem type. Register by phone at 1-800-273-8439 ext. 1080 ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Preparing for the GRE Wednesday, February 13, 6:00 - 7:30pm Location: Cronkite/Eight (CRONK) , Room 128 Campus: Downtown This seminar will introduce you to the GRE and provides you with the tools and resources to prepare for the GRE, a standardized test required for admission by many graduate programs. An experienced instructor will present and work through sample problems representative of the various question types, and discuss useful strategies. Register by phone at 1-800-273-8439 ext. 1080 _______________________________________________________________________________________ Preparing for the GMAT Sunday, February 17, 2013 4:00 - 5:30pm Location: Discovery Hall (DISCVRY), Room 181 Campus: Tempe This seminar will introduce you to the GMAT and provides you with the tools and resources to prepare for the GMAT, a standardized test required for admission by many business graduate programs. An experienced instructor will present and work through sample problems representative of the various question types, and discuss useful strategies. Register by phone at 1-800-273-8439 ext. 1080 ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Math Boot Camp for the GRE & GMAT Saturday, February 23, 10:00am - 1:00pm Location: Discovery Hall (DISCVRY), Room 250 Campus: Tempe This session is devoted to the basic math that is tested on the GMAT. The point of the session is not to discuss test strategy, but to cover the math concepts that most students have forgotten or not practiced in many years. Topics include integers, even and odd numbers, properties of zero, positive and negative numbers, absolute value, factors, multiples, prime numbers, the order of operations, fractions, decimals, percentages, algebraic equations and more. Register by phone at 1-800-273-8439 ext. 1080.

getting ready for graduate school

Writing a Personal Statement for Graduate School Admission Thursday, February 21, 5:00 - 6:00pm Location: Cronkite/Eight (CRONK), Room 122 Campus: Downtown Cost: Free and open to the public

Thinking of applying to graduate school? Part of the graduate school application process involves writing a personal statement that describes your interest in the school to which you apply as well as why you want to pursue a graduate degree. Learn how to tailor your personal statements for any school to which you apply. Plan to attend? RSVP by Phone: 480-965-4102 or graduate.asu.edu/events_rsvp/7281 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Pre-Health/Pre-Law Information Session Friday, Feb. 22 3:30 – 5pm Location: Cronkite/Eight (CRONK) Room 125 Campus: Downtown Cost: Free and open to the public Interested in attending Professional School after graduation? What should you be doing NOW in college to become more marketable to professional school’s admission teams? Discover important details regarding planning for Physical Therapy, Medical and Law School application processes, test preparation strategies (MCAT and LSAT), the admission process, admittance timelines and more! _____________________________________________________________________________________ Financing Graduate School Tuesday, February 26, 12:00 - 1:00pm Location: Memorial Union, Room 207 Campus: Tempe Cost: Free and open to the public

This workshop will be a general overview about scholarships and tips for finding financial assistance for all majors. Plan to attend? RSVP by Phone: 480-965-4102 or graduate.asu.edu/events_rsvp/7285

outside of the classroom

free career services events

Employer Panel: Nonprofit & Government Careers Feb 6 4:30 - 5:30pm Location: Cronkite/Eight (CRONK) Room 128 Campus: Downtown

Meet a panel of Nonprofit and Government professionals as they answer your questions, provide career guidance and share personal advice. Come prepared to ask questions that will help prepare you for your future career plans. This is a great networking opportunity! See link for guest speakers: http://asuevents.asu.edu/employer-panel-nonprofit-government-careers-downtown phoenix-campus ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Successful Interviewing Online Webinar Feb. 11, 5:00 – 6:00pm Discover how to succeed during those all-important interviews. Learn everything from types of interviews, what you should be wearing and even questions you could be asked. To log into the webinar: https://students.asu.edu/career/careerwebinar ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Successful Entrepreneurs Panel: Advice & Opportunities for Students Feb. 18, 3:45-5:30pm Location: SkySong (1475 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85257) Convergence Room 150 Campus: Skysong Cost: Free to students and alumni. Explore alternatives to interning or working with big, boring corporations! Get advice from a panel of experienced entrepreneurs, and meet with some of the valley's top entrepreneurs generating over $1m in revenue, some of whom are interested in hiring interns. The Arizona Entrepreneurs Organization will provide food & refreshments. Please register at bit.ly/EntrepreneursPanelASU

2013 Collegiate Job and Internship Fair preparation

How to Prepare for a Job Fair or Mixer Feb. 11, 1-2 p.m. Location: Student Services Building, Room 329. Campus: Tempe Job fairs and mixers provide ASU students and alumni with the opportunity to connect with employers interested in hiring you! Learn about what to expect and how to make a positive first impression when approaching employers at the next event you attend. _______________________________________________________________________ Rapid Resume Reviews Feb. 8 & 11, 2:30-4:30pm Location: Student Services Building, Room 329. Campus: Tempe Be confident that your resume clearly represents your experience and skills on paper. Bring your resume for a one-on-one session with a career advisor and learn important strategies you can apply. _______________________________________________________________________ 2013 Collegiate Job and Internship Fair Feb. 13, 1-4:30 p.m. Location: Memorial Union, Second Floor Campus: Tempe Collegiate Job and Internship Fair is the largest career event of the semester on the Tempe campus! Prepare by attending events designed to optimize your experience at the fair. For a list of participating employers - https://asu-csm.symplicity.com/events/students.php?mode=list&cf=CJF2013

in the know: health and wellness

ASU wellness

Fitness Tips

1. Take active study breaks - stand, stretch or go for a walk.

2. Include aerobic exercise, strength training and stretching in your fitness routine

3. Plan and schedule exercise weekly

4. Set short and long-term goals

5. Monitor your progress and reward yourself for reaching your goals

Visit ASU Wellness for more information about fitness and

active living.

farmers market @ the ASU Tempe campus

Start off the semester with fresh fruit and vegetables and healthy snacks. Starting January 15th , look for seasonal produce, specialty food items produced in Arizona and ready-to-eat food and beverages at the Farmers Market every other Tuesday, from 9 a.m – 2 p.m on the Orange Mall, west of the Memorial Union fountain.

Spring 2013 Dates March 26 April 9 & 23 www.asu.edu/farmersmarket

ICA: get in the game!

in the spotlight

Dublin Internship & Study Abroad Programs 2013

The Dublin Internship & Study Abroad Program stands out among other ASU study abroad offerings in a number of specific ways:

1) The opportunity to gain a significant amount of international work experience, with an Irish

organization selected specifically for you and based on your own academic interests and career goals! In today's competitive workplace, international work experience, as well as cultural competence and problem-solving skills are critically important. Former students frequently tell us that having the Dublin Program experiences on their resume made a significant difference in terms of their ability to get quality job offers after graduation!

2) It's faculty-led, which are rare among internship-based opportunities. That translates to the highest possible level of on-site student support, as well as an outstanding curriculum and special opportunities for cultural / intellectual engagement.

3) The opportunity to become part of a close-knit group of fellow students. The group synergy on the Dublin program in previous years has been just amazing – most students remain lifelong friends with fellow participants as well as with their Irish colleagues.

4) The opportunity to work with the faculty and your fellow students on engaging, interdisciplinary, sociocultural research, field trips, and explorations. The experience, skills, and knowledge you will develop through the coursework and at your internship will serve you well throughout your life.

The link to the Dublin Summer 2013 page (with updated informational video) is: https://studyabroad.asu.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgram&Program_ID=4061

All SLS Study Abroad opportunities: https://sls.asu.edu/abroad

professional science master’s in science & technology policy

Do you want to make a difference in the world, applying your knowledge and skills to meeting real-world challenges? Do you want to help solve complex problems like climate change, public health, information privacy, or national security? Are you interested in a career in business, government, or the non-profit sector with a focus on policy and/or communication? The Consortium for Science, Policy, and Outcomes invites you to attend an Open House to explore its ONE YEAR Masters Degree in Science and Technology Policy. This program is the only one of its kind in the nation. Information about the degree: A one-year, 30-credit program, designed explicitly for students who want to pursue professional careers at the interface of science,

technology, business, regulation, and society. Available in Tempe, AZ, or Washington, DC. Nationally recognized faculty. Students pursue applied, real-world projects and internships at companies and government agencies around the US and the world. Immersive capstone experience in Washington, DC. Offered by the #1 science and technology think tank at a US university. Website: http://sciencepolicy.asu.edu OPEN HOUSES Monday, March 4th, 3:00 – 5:00 pm (drop in) OR Tuesday, March 5th, from 3:00 – 5:00 pm (drop in) Interdisciplinary B Building, Room 366, Tempe campus PLEASE RSVP TO sciencepolicy@asu.edu with your name and the date you wish to attend.

University College Peer Ambassador & Sr. Peer Ambassador Application

Apply to be a Peer Ambassador & Sr. Peer Ambassador TODAY! University College is now accepting applications for the 2013-2014 Academic year for all campuses. Earn up to $1000 and a free room on-campus!

2013-2014 Peer Ambassador & Sr. Peer Ambassador Application Update: All applications are due by 8 a.m. February 11, 2013 *hint: early applicants receive priority and will qualify for early interviews Interview Schedule: February 18–28 Offer Letters: March 1 – end of July 2013 http://uc.asu.edu/explorers/PeerAmbassadors/apply

fall in love with success this month!