sls@asu - the october engage change dispatch
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The monthly newsletter for students in the School of Letters and Sciences at Arizona State UniversityTRANSCRIPT
November 2012 edition
change dispatch the engage
academic updates
important dates
*** Spring 2013 registration has begun! ***
November 6
Course Withdrawal Deadline for Session B classes - https://students.asu.edu/drop-add
November 7
Course Withdrawal Deadline for Session C classes - https://students.asu.edu/drop-add
November 12
Veteran’s Day – Campus closed
November 22-23
Thanksgiving – Campus closed
BIS 401 applied interdisciplinary studies deadline – Spring 2013
BIS 401 (Interdisciplinary Studies Core Course) BIS 401 offers a remarkable opportunity to apply your interdisciplinary skills and knowledge in an applied setting, to more thoroughly integrate your concentration areas, and to more broadly integrate your theoretical and practical education. This course is designed to guide you through interdisciplinary analyses of your applied site, the site functioning as a case study, or experiential lab. Most of your time will be spent at the applied site, and that experience will be made more meaningful and valuable as you complete a series of analytical and integrative assignments that are submitted online. Prerequisites: C or better in BIS 301 and BIS 302; 2.0 GPA; approved BIS 401 application. Application Due date for Spring C 2013 (Jan. 7 – April 30) Thursday, Nov. 15, 2012 before 4 p.m. AZ time
student success
free writing workshops
Writing Effectively: A Refresher on Grammar and Usage (Webinar) Monday, November 5, 1:30 - 3:00pm Campus: Online Access the Webinar at: http://connect.asu.edu/sfs A quality argument can be diminished by a lack of polished writing. In today’s world of email, Twitter, text messaging, and slang, following the conventions of grammar and usage can often be a difficult task. Some of the common issues include things like subject-verb agreement, composing complete sentences, avoiding run-on and comma-spliced sentences, and pronoun agreement. This workshop will provide a refresher on some of the grammar specifics that you may have forgotten, in order to help you present your work in a manner that reflects its quality. Participants will have an opportunity to submit specific topics they would like to discuss. Plan to attend? Register at http://asu.edu/gcregistration ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Writing Effectively: A Refresher on Grammar and Usage Tuesday, November 13, 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Location: Memorial Union Room 241 Campus: Tempe A quality argument can be diminished by a lack of polished writing. In today’s world of email, Twitter, text messaging, and slang, following the conventions of grammar and usage can often be a difficult task. Some of the common issues include things like subject-verb agreement, composing complete sentences, avoiding run-on and comma-spliced sentences, and pronoun agreement. This workshop will provide a refresher on some of the grammar specifics that you may have forgotten, in order to help you present your work in a manner that reflects its quality. Participants will have an opportunity to submit specific topics they would like to discuss. Plan to attend? Register at http://asu.edu/gcregistration ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Writing Effectively: Clear and Effective Sentences Wednesday, November 14, 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Location: Computing Commons (CPCOM), Room 213 Campus: Tempe
While writing sentences seems simple enough, there are techniques to ensure the intended message is delivered so that the points flow together and the piece is easier to read and understand. This workshop will explore how you can stay on message with concise sentences, create rhythm with parallelism, and make connections using coordination and subordination, to not only write clear and effective sentences, but a clear and effective paper. Register at http://asu.edu/gcregistration
free graduate school workshops
ASU Graduate School Fair Thursday, November 8, 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. Location: Memorial Union, Arizona Ballroom (#221) and Ventana Room (241) Campus: Tempe Regardless of your major, year in college, or future goals, there are numerous benefits to attending the Annual Graduate School Fair. Some of the more common reasons are: Expand your network of contacts, one-stop location to gather information and get questions answered that you couldn't find online. You will also learn about graduate school possibilities and learn to promote yourself. RSVP by Phone at (480) 965-4102 or http://graduate.asu.edu/events_rsvp/7097 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Preparing for the GRE Thursday, November 15, 2012 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Location: Coor Hall, Room 199 Campus: Tempe The ASU Graduate College and The Princeton Review are excited to offer these FREE workshops that will focus on general and problem-specific strategies for the GRE. 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. Free and open to the public. To RSVP: Email the event name and date, along with your name, address, and phone number, to [email protected] (put "ASU EGSS Registration" in the subject line), or you may RSVP by phone at 1-800-273-8439 ext. 5219. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ EGSS: Writing Personal Statements for Graduate School Admission-WEBINAR Wednesday, November 28, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Campus: Tempe Webinar - students.asu.edu/career/careerwebinar
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. RSVP by Phone at (480) 965-4102 or at http://graduate.asu.edu/events_rsvp/7100
tips and hints for college students
5 scholarships you can apply for right now http://www.usatodayeducate.com/staging/index.php/toolbox/5-scholarships-you-can-apply-
for-right-now Take advantage of these 4 underutilized college resources http://www.usatodayeducate.com/staging/index.php/campuslife/take-advantage-of-these-4-
underutilized-college-resources Getting Things Done (The Easy Way) http://www.hackcollege.com/blog/2012/10/23/getting-things-done-the-easy-way.html Top Highest-Paying Internships & How To Get Them http://www.hercampus.com/career/top-highest-paying-internships-how-get-them Intern Myths: BUSTED! http://www.internqueen.com/blog/2012/10/intern-myths-busted
outside of the classroom
Veterans Day weekend traditional Pow-Wow
The Fletcher Library Lawn at Arizona State University’s West campus will come alive with the sights and sounds of Native drummers and dancers on Saturday, Nov. 10. The event, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. at 4701 W. Thunderbird Road in Phoenix, is free and open to the public. In addition to dance and drum performances, the Pow-Wow will feature grand entries at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m., Native arts and crafts, and food booths offering fry bread and more.
The day’s schedule is: 11 a.m. – Gourd dancing 1 p.m. – Grand entry 5 p.m. – Dinner break 6 p.m. – Gourd dancing 7 p.m. – Grand entry 7:30 p.m. – Recognition of veterans 10 p.m. – Closing Attendees are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs. (Limited seating will be provided for tribal elders.) The Pow-Wow is sponsored by the Native American Events Committee, Native American Student Organization, and the Office of Public Affairs at ASU’s West campus. For more information, call (602) 543-5300 or email [email protected]
free career services events
Sun Devils Career Mixer November 7, 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Location: University Center Building (UCB) Delph Courtyard, Second Floor Veranda Campus: West
Connect with local employers representing a wide range of industries. Explore career and internship opportunities with their organizations. Dress professionally and make professional contacts! Light refreshments will be served. _______________________________________________________________________________________ How do I use LinkedIn to find contacts? Career Services Webinar November 14, 5:00 -6:00 p.m. Webinar - students.asu.edu/career/careerwebinar Campus: Online Cost: Free to students and alumni. What is LinkedIn and why should I join? Besides being the leading professional network on the web, it offers a chance to showcase your skills and talents and help the right people and opportunities find their way to you. Participants will learn tips for profile development and strategies to build your ‘real world’ network and search for jobs and internships. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Etiquette Dinner November 15, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. The Hyatt Regency Phoenix Campus: Downtown Cost: $8.00
Come learn how to properly conduct yourself during a business meeting, conference or interview that is held over a formal meal. Learn what not to order, what to drink and how to pass the food properly! Kitty McGrath, etiquette expert and past Executive Director of Career Services, will offer advice and practice on proper protocol during the 3-course dinner. Open invitation to all current students. Contact [email protected] for registration.
Mark Bowland Leadership Fund (academic scholarship)
The Mark Bowland Leadership Fund has been established to honor the life of Mark Bowland, a graduate of the Arizona State University College of Nursing and Health Innovation, Class of 1996. This award recognizes the contributions of undergraduate student leaders and the indelible impact that their efforts have on the present and future by awarding a half tuition waiver for the 2013-14 academic year. Multiple recipients may be considered. Criteria: Minimum GPA: 3.00 Need-based: Yes (requires filing a FAFSA) Enrollment status: Full-time Academic level: Incoming Freshman to Seniors
Additional criteria: LGBTQA Services will organize a committee of professionals in the field of higher education to initially screen applicants. The selection of the recipient will be based on demonstration of leadership (community service, advocacy, leadership positions held and accomplishments), financial need and academic merit (3.0 grade-point average). A list of finalists will be forwarded to donors for interviews and recommendation of recipients. Students will be evaluated on the thoroughness of their application, essay, letters of recommendation and academic transcript. The Scholarship deadline is Monday, February 4, 2013. For additional info: https://scholarships.asu.edu/scholarship/1861.
in the know: health and wellness
ICA: get in the game!
in the spotlight
Capital Scholars Washington, DC summer internship program
Attention all interested students!!! The Capital Scholars Program is now accepting applications for Summer 2013. This nine week summer internship program from May 26 through July 28 provides the opportunity for students to earn 6 upper division political science or other major credits for interning in Washington DC. Applicants do not need to be political science majors; students of all majors are encouraged to apply as diversity only makes the group stronger. Students must have completed 45 hours of coursework at ASU (transfer students should contact Dr. Herrera for exceptions). In addition, a minimum GPA of 2.5 GPA overall and 3.0 in the student’s major is required. This is a fantastic opportunity to get invaluable, hands-on experience in the workplace. Other benefits include: strong letters of recommendation from internship supervisors, great résumé building experience, and potential job offers. If you are interested, PLEASE CONTACT Dr. Herrera ([email protected]) for more information about the application process.
don’t be a turkey, have a great November!