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Serve as an intern for a Connecticut Senator or Representative in our nation's capitol.. Scroll down for more info!!!
* STUDENT OF THE MONTH! *
------- The October Student of the Month is Harris Sultan! -------
As a junior majoring in molecular and cellular biology, Harris is working in Dr. Zweifach's lab. His research explores cytotoxic T-cell activation. Harris is also an active member of the Honors Program through Honors Council. He is currently the chair for the Community Service committee and organizes yard clean ups, community service days, and is currently working on a possible spring break trip to provide hurricane relief to those in need. Last week, Harris led a group a few students from his committee to Chowderfest, a fundraising event for the Special Olympics that took place in Mystic, CT.
Do you know a student that you think should be mentioned in Updates? Email updates@uconn.edu with the nominee's name, email, and few words on why they should be featured!
It's that time again.. COURSE SELECTION FOR SPRING 2008!
Registration for Spring 2008 begins on Monday, October 22!
Please visit the Honors registration web page to find out more about the Spring 2008 Honors course list (including the new PeopleSoft listing of Honors courses), Honors Core Curriculum offerings, meeting with your advisor, and much more. First-year students should remember that completion of one three-credit Honors Core Curriculum course is needed by the end of Spring 2009 as part of the new Sophomore Honors Certificate requirements for students entering in 2007.
NEW SOCIOLOGY HONORS SECTION...
Sociology 125: Race, Class, Gender, and Health
Wednesdays 6:00 to 8:45 p.m.
Family Studies 216
The SOCI 125 Honors section will go beyond the typical sociology class by relating the effects of race, class, and gender on health, health care access, and the quality of health care received. A great general education requirement for any students interested in pursuing a career in public health or human rights! Fulfills content areas 2 and 4 requirements.
A NEW WINTER INTERSESSION COURSE IN THE HUMANITIES
POLS 258: Comparative Perspectives on Human Rights
Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Monteith 115
Join Professor Shareen Hertel in exploring and challenging several core theories in the study of human rights. Some ideas that will be discussed include the division of different "types" of rights and the different aspects of state responsibility for them. The contrast between human rights experiences across different regions and subject areas will offer insight into the core concepts in the field.
Enroll for intersession today!
This course is a core requirement for both the Human Rights minor and the Comparative Politics topic within the Political Science major.
HONORS CONGRESSIONAL INTERNSHIP IN D.C.
Thinking about a life in public service? Interested in politics? Want to know about the inner workings of our government and become a more educated citizen? Dream of being a press secretary.. maybe one day President? THIS OPPORTUNITY IS FOR YOU!!
Spend the spring semester in our nation's capitol interning for a Connecticut Senator or Representative!
Become a true member of the Congressional staff, participate in hearings and committee meetings, meet dignitaries from around the world, lead Capitol tours, and try your hand in drafting press releases and new legislation. Live in the heart of Washington, DC minutes from the Senate/House buildings and Union Station, meet UConn alumni in the area, and explore the culture and diversity DC has to offer! Any and all majors can benefit from this experience and your internship can be tailored to meet your specific interests. ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS APPLY!! Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity available to any interested UConn students.
To learn more about this experience, please contact Missy.Korduner@uconn.edu and visit the Study Abroad website: www.studyabroad.uconn.edu.
REMEMBER, THE DEADLINE TO APPLY IS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12!
BRIDGING THE EDUCATION GAP...
MONDAY, October 15, 2007
Bridging the Education Gap: Education in Connecticut
South A 126 12:30 pm
Meet with Thomas Murphy, a representative from the Connecticut State Department of Education as he discusses education in Connecticut and what the state is doing to minimize and eliminate the education gap. Lunch will be provided.
**Please RSVP to missy.korduner@uconn.edu. THIS COUNTS AS AN HONORS EVENT.**
THE LONGRIVER REVIEW IS SEEKING EDITORS
The Long River Review, UConn’s nationally award-winning literary and arts journal, is seeking editors for its spring 2008 edition.
The Long River Review’s mission is to give undergrad 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. We currently seek applications for an Editor-in-Chief, a Managing Editor, a Copy Editor, and editors for Poetry, Fiction, and Creative Nonfiction.
All Long River Review staff will register for a three-credit course, English 296: “Small Magazines: Aesthetics and Practice in the 20th Century,” 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...
To apply for an editorial position and the English 296 class, please submit a 1-2 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 in hardcopy to Professor Penelope Pelizzon, CLAS 208, by 4 pm on Friday, October 26th. Interviews will be scheduled the following week.
For more information, see our website at www.longriver.uconn.edu. Contact Professor Pelizzon at vppelizzon@sbcglobal.net with any questions.
TEACH FOR AMERICAN LUNCH
Today, more than 5,000 Teach For America corps members work extraordinarily hard in 26 urban and rural areas to ensure their students achieve academic success - despite the challenges they face growing up in low-income communities. Join the more than 12,000 outstanding individuals of all academic backgrounds and professional ambitions who have impacted the lives of nearly 3 million students across the country.
Learn more at our TEACH FOR AMERICA LUNCHEON on Wednesday, October 10, 2007 at 12 Noon in South A 124/125
Hear firsthand accounts of the corps member experience. Lunch will be served!
Please RSVP to missy.korduner@uconn.edu if interested in attending - THIS IS AN HONORS EVENT!
Visit www.teachforamerica.org to apply or for more information.
No previous education experience or coursework is necessary. Seeking all majors.
Full first-year teacher salary and benefits, transitional grants and loans.
HUMAN EMBRYONIC STEM CELL RESEARCH TALK!
"Can Science End our Stem Cell Ethics Debates?
By Dr. Ronald Green
10:30 -11:30 AM Wednesday October 10
Telecast from the UConn Health Center to Whetten Graduate Center, Room 200 in Storrs
Dr. Green will be speaking about current strategies to obtain human embryonic type stem cells without the destruction of human embryos. Dr. Green is the author of six books, including "Babies by Design: How We Can Shape Our Genetic Future." He is the author of over 100 articles on bioethics, comparative religious ethics, and economic justice. He has held a Guggenheim Foundation Fellowship and was the co-PI for three NIH-grants on projects related to the human genome project.
HONORS PROGRAM FAQ'S: ALL ABOUT HONORS EVENTS
What are Honors Events? Who needs to attend Honors Events? What happens if I RSVP for an event and can no longer attend? Get these questions answered and more!
See last week's issue of Updates to read up on Honors Events and how they work!
For more information, including an online calendar of events, visit the Current Honors Students website.
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Honors Events
Office of National Scholarships Information: Truman Sessions
CUE 134, October 9, 2007, 3:00pm Last Lecture Series: Janet Pritchard
Shippee Dining Room, October 9, 2007, 7:00pm Teach For America Luncheon
South A 124/125 *please note new location*, October 10, 2007, 12:00pm Rethinking the Latin @ Intellectual Ecology
October 11, 2007 ONS Information Session: Udall Scholarships
CUE 134, October 15, 2007, 4:00pm Bridging the Education Gap: Education in Connecticut
South A 126, October 15, 2007, 12:30pm Thesis Workshop
South A 112, October 16, 2007, 4:00pm CAP 40th Anniversary Celebration
Rocky Hill Marriot, October 20, 2007, 3:30pm PATH Movie Night: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
SU Theatre, October 21, 2007, 6:00pm What's Next Series: Medical & Dental School 101
Shippee Pit, October 23, 2007, 5:00pm Dinner and a Show: Thin Air: Tales from a Revolution
South Dining Hall, October 25, 2007, 6:00pm Times Talk
Brock Lounge, October 25, 2007, 7:00pm Partyin' with Professors: Lunch Bunch
CUE 420, October 26, 2007, 12:00pm The Long River Review is Looking for Editors!
October 26, 2007, 4:00pm Honors Council
Honors Council meets every Wednesday at 7 p.m. in South A 124-125. Hope to see you there!
POSTPONED*Honors Council Battle of the Bands Fundraiser*POSTPONED
October 13, 2007
Opportunities
Presidential Scholars Workshop
October 24, 2007, 4:00pm Presidential Scholars Workshop
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