Lexington and Concord Trip

10th Annual UNESCO Chair & Institute of Comparative Human Rights International Conference
Tuesday, October 20, 2009, Student Union Theatre, 9am–3:30pm
Keynote speaker: Dr. Henri Atlan
In 2005, under Dr. Atlan’s direction, the Human Biology Research Center had a breakthrough in the research on HIV/AIDS.  His research team developed a vaccine that significantly strengthens the body’s immune system against the autoimmune pathological conditions resulting from HIV infection, a breakthrough that could have a dramatic and positive impact on the treatment of AIDS patients.

This conference is convened to discuss the intimate linkage between health in its various dimensions and human rights. At this critical period in history, as nations engage in robust debates about whether health care is a right, a privilege or a responsibility, conference speakers will provide a practical framework to highlight the fundamental importance of health to the enjoyment of human rights and will ask us to consider how to translate an ideal of universal health care into the lives of people. click here for more information


Now hiring new student and parent orientation staff for Summer 2010!
This is the only time of the year to apply as an Orientation leader for the summer of 2010, so do not miss out on your opportunity. The last info session is scheduled for Wednesday, October 21, 7:00, CLAS 108. Click here for more information


Author Stewart O’Nan to be Fall Aetna Writer-in-Residence
Wednesday, October 21, 2009, Konover Auditorium, 7:00 pm
Lecture by Stewart O’Nan, author of 15 books of fiction and non-fiction. Graduate and Undergraduate Students Invited to Participate click here for more information


Truman Scholarship Pre-application
DEADLINE- FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2009 Truman Scholarships fund graduate study for students preparing for careers in public service (in any field). Candidates must be U.S. citizens or nationals and be in their junior year to apply. Good candidates will have extensive public service experience, evidence of leadership and a strong academic record. You must be nominated to compete. For more information and pre-application please visit: http://www.ons.uconn.edu/truman.php


Students interested in Writing or Publishing, Long River Review Editors needed
The Long River Review, UConn’s nationally award-winning literary and arts journal, is seeking undergraduate editors for its spring 2010 edition.

The Long River Review’s mission is to give undergraduate student editors the opportunity to produce a high-quality journal and to publish exemplary works of creative nonfiction, fiction, poetry, and visual art by UConn students. The editing  process is carried out by a staff consisting of  an Editor-in-Chief, a Managing Editor, a Copy Editor,  and editors for Poetry, Fiction, and Creative Nonfiction. We currently seek applications for all these positions.

All Long River Review staff will register for a three-credit course, English 3962: “Small Magazines,” in which they will read widely in contemporary literary journals, define the Long River Review’s aesthetic objectives, select submissions, develop publicity strategies for the journal, and organize a publication reading open to the campus community.

To apply for an editorial position and the English 3962 class, please submit a 1- page cover letter explaining why you are interested and detailing any background you may have in literature courses or creative writing. Attach a resume of your coursework and job experiences, and make sure to include your contact information. Your letter should be submitted via e-mail to Professor Penelope Pelizzon at vppelizzon@sbcglobal.net by  Friday, October 23th. Interviews will be scheduled for the following week.

For more information, please contact Professor Pelizzon at vppelizzon@sbcglobal.net.


Announcing the UConn Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. 2010 T-Shirt Design Contest! 
Open to all UConn students!  Submissions should reflect the 2010 theme, “Coalition Building: The Key to Advancing the Dream.” 

The winning submission will be used for the 2010 event, and the winning designer will receive ten of the shirts.  The event will occur on Monday January 18, 2010 in the afternoon in the Student Union, more information to come soon.

E-Mail your electronic submission to Ryan Barone at Ryan.Barone@UConn.Edu by Friday October 30, 2009.

NOTE: Submissions need to be completed in Illustrator and done in Vector Art.  Submissions must also be in JPG/PDF format.  The design may have a maximum of three colors.  The MLK Planning committee reserves the right to alter the winning submission as needed.


University of Arizona and the Center for Mesoamerican Research Study Abroad to Guatemala
The University of Arizona and the Center for Mesoamerican Research (CIRMA) invite you to participate in a study abroad program in Antigua, Guatemala. This is a summer, spring and/or fall semester program. Students receive a University of Arizona transcript. A few spots are still open for spring 2010! Deadline to apply for spring 2010 is October 30. click here for more information

NOTE: This is NOT the same as the UConn Social Entrepeneurship in Guatemala


Department of Energy Office of Science Graduate Fellowship
The Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science (SC) has established the DOE Office of Science Graduate Fellowship (DOE SCGF) program to provide support for outstanding students to pursue graduate training in basic research in areas of physics, biology, chemistry, mathematics, engineering, computational sciences, and environmental sciences relevant to the Office of Science and to encourage the development of the next generation scientific and technical talent in the U.S.

Fellows will receive a $35,000 yearly stipend for living expenses, $10, 500 per year for tuition and fees and a $5,000 research stipend supplement for research materials and travel expenses.  Fellows will be required to participate in the annual DOE SCGF Research Conference to be held each summer at a DOE national laboratory.  Travel expenses and accommodations to the Conference will be provided by the DOE SCGF program.

THE APPLICATION DEADLINE IS NOVEMBER 30, 2009.

For more information about the program, eligibility, benefits and application visit http://www.scied.science.doe.gov/SCGF.html

Faculty interested in serving as reviewers for this program are encouraged to register at https://www.orau.gov/partform/DOE_SCGF.  Selected reviewers will be contacted in late fall with additional information about the review process, criteria and logistics.

Are You a College Junior Making a Difference?
If so, enter Glamour's 2010 Top 100 College Women Competition! We're looking for dynamic young women with leadership experience, academic excellence and inspiring goals. Winners get a $3,000 cash prize, recognition in Glamour, and trip to New York City for an awards luncheon. The deadline is December 1, 2009. Go to glamour.com/contest for more information.


Application Available for 2010 Barbara Jordan Health Policy Scholars Program
The Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation is accepting applications for the 2010 Barbara Jordan Health Policy Scholars Program. This intensive summer program provides college students with an opportunity to work on health policy issues in a congressional office and to engage in original health policy research and analysis under the guidance of Foundation research staff.

College seniors and recent college graduates who have a strong interest in addressing racial and ethnic health disparities or who are themselves a member of a population that is adversely affected by racial and ethnic health disparities are eligible to apply. The application deadline is 5 p.m. ET on Friday, December 4, 2009. Application materials and more information are available online at http://www.kff.org/minorityhealth/bjscholars/#.


Undergraduate Researchers' Graduate School Registry
Please encourage your students to sign up for the Undergraduate Researcher's Graduate School Registry.  The purpose of this registry is to facilitate connections between undergraduates and graduate schools seeking high quality students who are well prepared for research.  More information and the submission form are available at:  http://www.cur.org/ugreg/

The Center for Students with Disabilities is hiring!
The Center for Students with Disablities is now hiring Content Tutors. The tutors work alongside a member of the Center for Students with Disabilities' professional staff to co-teach content and strategies to students. Tutors will be teaching material to small groups of 2-3 students. The courses included are CHEM, PHYS, ECON, MATH, STAT, BIOL. click here for more information


Need exam help? Center for Students with Disabilities presents Tutoring with Technique
Qualified student tutors from your class and professional staff will co-teach to help you learn how to study ‘smart’. To learn more about this opportunity, click here.

 

CANCELLED: Lunch Bunch with Dr. Eric Goldman
CUE 420, October 19, 2009, 1:00pm

Democracy Dialogue
SU Ballroom, October 20, 2009, 5:00pm

Thesis Workshop: Myth Busters
CUE 134, October 20, 2009, 12:00pm

Sophomore Mini Series: Law School Fair
Student Union Theater, October 21, 2009, 12:00pm

Sicko: Film Screening and Discussion
Class of 1947 Room (Library), October 22, 2009, 7:00pm

Fall Honors Reception & Ceremony
Rome Commons Ballroom, October 26, 2009, 4:30pm

So You are Thinking about Law School?: Info Session
Wilson 112, October 28, 2009, 4:30pm

Dinner and a Show with Rebecca Gates
Buckley/Nafe Katter Theater, October 29, 2009, 6:00pm

HC Pumpkin Painting
Buckley South Lounge, October 29, 2009, 5:00pm

HC Chocolate Tasting
Shippee Pit, November 2, 2009, 7:00pm

Udall Info Session
CUE 134, October 19, 2009, 4:00pm

PATH Cookie Decorating
Buckley, October 25, 2009, 7:00pm

Presidential Enrichment Workshop
Class of 1947 Room (Library), October 26, 2009, 1:00pm

Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship Deadline
November 9, 2009

Presidential Enrichment Workshop
CUE 134, November 13, 2009, 2:00pm

SURF Workshop
CUE 134, November 19, 2009, 3:00pm

SURF Workshop
CUE 134, December 4, 2009, 2:00pm

There aren't any campus-wide opportunities currently available! Please check back for Updates!

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