UnityNewsletter 9 8 2015 by Jesse Ford

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University of Miami Multicultural Student Affairs For more information visit www.miami.edu/msa or e-mail us at multicultural.studentaffairs@miami.edu facebook.com/msa.diversity

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MSA Buzz Looking for ways to get involved? Interested in trying something new and exciting? Visit our social media outlets for daily updates from Multicultural Student Affairs. We post events, student organization meetings, daily inspirational quotes and other ways to keep you updated!

Pre - Career EXPO Reception | September 17th Join us for the Pre-Expo Reception, which is your opportunity to connect with recruiters in a casual networking setting. Make your impression with employers before the Expo! You MUST be in business professional attire, have your CANE ID and bring copies of your resume. Professional dress is requires and make sure you bring copies of your resume. This event will be Thursday, September 17th 6:00PM - 8:00PM Multipurpose Room at the BankUnited Center. For more information, contact MSA at 305-284-2855.

Hispanic Heritage Month 2015 Each year, the United States honors the contributions that Latinos have made to our country with a Hispanic Heritage Month celebration that runs from September 15th to October 15th. This year the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs and the Hispanic Heritage Month Committee is hosting its annual Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration, which will feature many exciting events such as a discussion on a Latin food night, a poetry kick-off and much more!

Life Skills Mentoring Program This year, MSA will be launching the Life Skills Mentoring Program. This program will pair students with university staff members to increase student interaction with university staff. The Life Skills Mentoring Program is designed to give students and opportunity to develop connections with student leaders, university faculty, staff, and alumni. In addition, the program is will provide support and resources regarding academic success, leadership, service, goal setting and career related planning. For more information, contact Jesse Ford at j.ford@miami.edu.

MSA Trivia Question What year was the University of Miami Founded?

The Hispanic Heritage Month celebration will start on September 22nd at 7:00PM featuring world famous Cuban Poet Gabriela Garcia Medina. Make sure to stop by for great performances and light refreshments. For a full list of events, please visit www.miami.edu/msa/hhm. Book Loan Program As a student, sometimes resources are scarce and you need a little assistance to get your semester off to a great start. The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs provides short term book loans to African, Hispanic, Asian and Native American undergraduate students to assist with purchasing books at the beginning of each semester. The book loan program is funded by private donors who are interested in supporting the academic goals of students of color at the University of Miami. In order to receive a book loan, you must meet the following criteria. Lewis Book Loan criteria: Cumulative G.P.A. of 2.0 or better. Must be a freshman or first semester transfer student. Read, complete form and sign agreement. Objective evidence of financial need as indicated by a copy of the students FAFSA. Ability to repay the loan within sixty (60) days. Good academic standing (not on any university probation).

Be the first student answer the question by visiting Rhodes House 37-A for a prize!

Citizen’s Board / William “Billy” Appelrouth Book Loan: Cumulative G.P.A. of 2.0 or better. Must be a sophomore or junior. Read, complete form and sign agreement. Objective evidence of financial need as indicated by a copy of the students FAFSA. Ability to repay the loan within sixty (60) days. Good academic standing (not on any university probation). For more information or to apply, visit www.miami.edu/msa.

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Campus Involvement Opportunities Health & Wellness

For more information or to register for anything below, visit the Administrative Suite of the Herbert Wellness Center, call 305-284-5433, or visit www.miami.edu/wellness. All events will take place in the Herbet Wellness Center.

Dance, Martial Arts, Aquatics and Tennis Classes Registration | Today – September 14th The Herbert Wellness Center offers many group instructional dance, aquatics, martial arts and tennis classes. Registration for Fall 2015 Session 1 classes opened Monday, August 24th and closes on Monday, September 14th. Most classes begin the week of September 8th and a free trial for each class (first meeting only) is available through September 14th. Registration is not required for the free class.

BeSmokeFree | September 16th The University of Miami’s award-winning BeSmokeFree program is offering group classes for individuals interested in quitting smoking. Classes are offered in six-week intervals throughout the year, with upcoming sessions beginning on September 16th at the Coral Gables campus. This free benefit is available to UM employees, students, and the community at no charge and it is sponsored by AHEC Tobacco Program of University of Miami and the State of Florida Department of Health. Visit miami.edu/besmokefree for a complete schedule and more information. Call 305-243-7606 or e-mail Mohammad Asad at MAsad@med.miami.edu to register.

Intramural Deadlines: Tennis Singles & Doubles | September 9th The deadline to register for the IM tennis singles and doubles tournaments is Wednesday, September 14th. All tennis matches are scheduled based on play availability. Punt/Pass/Kick | September 14th The annual IM Punt/Pass/Kick tournament takes places during the week of September 14th. Registration for the event is free and takes place on-site beginning at 6:40PM on the IM fields. Finalists from the event compete at a UM home football game at SunLife stadium to determine a winner. Volleyball League | September 23rd The deadline to register for the IM indoor volleyball league is Wednesday, September 23rd. Regular season play begins on Monday, September 28th and team registration costs $20.

Summer’s Bounty Cooking Class | September 16th Registration is open for the Herbert Wellness Center’s “Summer’s Bounty” cooking class taking place on Wednesday, September 16th at 6:30PM in the Herbert Wellness Center’s instructional kitchen. The menu, focused on cooking with fruits and vegetables, includes spicy roasted corn and Feta salad; Thai green papaya and mango salad with cilantro dressing; and lentil salad with Kalamata olives and fresh mint. The class costs $20 for UM students and includes personalized cooking lessons, a meal and plenty of leftovers! UM’s Largest Yoga Class – Free Event! | September 22nd Join the UM community for a free group yoga class taking place at the Herbert Wellness Center’s Centre Court located on the first floor of the facility. The event is open to all UM students and the first 200 attendees receive a free beach towel. No registration or RSVP is required to attend.

CPR/AED Certification Course | September 9th Registration is open for the Herbert Wellness Center’s CPR/ AED certification course on Wednesday, September 9th at 5:30PM. Those enrolled in the course receive a 2-year certification from the American Red Cross. The cost is $35 for UM student members.

University of Miami Alternative Breaks (UMAB) Applications | September 9th University of Miami Alternative Breaks (UMAB) sends UM students all around the country each year to volunteer and learn about social justice issues, such as HIV/AIDS, homelessness, environmental issues, children’s issues and animal rights. Applications are due September 9th. For more information, contact the Butler Center for Service and Leadership at 305-284-4483.

Free Meditation at the Wellness Center | September 10th Brought to you by the Department of Wellness and Recreation and Sri Chinmoy Centres International, find your inner peace and enjoy a relaxing meditation class that is free and open to the public. The class is held on Thursday, September 10th at 7:40PM. Comfortable clothing is recommended, but you do not need to bring anything with you to the class.

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Employer Practice Interviews and Resume Critiques (EPIC) | September 10th & 11th Join the University of Miami’s Toppel Center for Employer Practice Interviews and Resume Critiques (EPIC) on September 10th & 11th. Are your interview skills topnotch? How does your resume look? Gain the competitive edge for Career Expo by having your resume critiqued or by conducting a mock interview with an actual employer. Reserve your space today with the company of your choice at HireACane.com. Login, click on interviews and search for the keyword EPIC. Participating organizations include: Bloomingdales, Citrix, Coca-Cola, Dannon, FBI, First Investors, Next Era Energy, Peace Corps, Northwestern Mutual, Univision, UPS, and many more. For more information, contact 305-284-5451.

Cross-Cultural Conversation Series | September 16th The Intensive English program is sponsoring a 9 week Cross-Cultural Conversations series starting on Wednesday, September 16th from 3:00PM - 5:00PM in Allen Hall 101 and continuing every Wednesday for 8 weeks. In this program you will get to meet with international and domestic students to explore cultural themes in both a structured and unstructured format. For students attending a set number of sessions, a certificate will be offered at the end. If you are interested, please contact Matt Kaeiser at MKaeiser@miami.edu.

Career Expo | September 18th Career Expo is UM’s signature recruiting event which allows YOU to meet recruiters from a variety of industries! This is a great way to explore semester internship options and full-time job opportunities both locally and nationally. Students from all majors and class levels are encouraged to attend. Career Expo attracts hundreds of companies from various industries including business, healthcare, communication, government, non-profits, science, technology and more! Gain exposure to a broad spectrum of career paths; learn about internships, full time positions and network with employers from various industries. Open to UMiami degree seeking students and alumni only. Professional dress is required for entry and students are encouraged to bring at least 20 copies of their resume.

Plus One Scholarship | Applications are Available Due This is a program of educational enrichment that offers University of Miami undergraduates a tuition-free year or semester beyond the normal number of years required to complete an undergraduate degree. The program’s single purpose is to give students the opportunity to broaden and expand their learning and study subjects their degree requirements and other academic commitments may preclude. Successful applications will propose a set of Plus One courses that represent a clear educational vision, a case for enrichment, and specific goals for learning. Applications will have to demonstrate that the Plus One courses will be offered when the students plan to take them. Plus One courses must be taken during the Fall or Spring semesters, not in the summer or during intersession. There will be three Plus One Information Sessions: -September 8th from 3:00–4:00PM, Ashe 523 -September 9th from 12:00–1:00PM, Hecht Masters Apartment More information can be found at http://www.miami.edu/ index.php/prestigious_awards_home/scholarship_listings_by/ alphabetical_i-z/plus_one_scholarship/. For questions about the Plus One Scholarship,please contact Vice Provost William Green or Assistant Provost, Michelle Gonzalez Maldonado.

What do you need for Expo? • Must be a University of Miami degree seeking student or alumni • Must be professionally dressed. Students not professionally dressed will not be allowed to enter Expo. • Have CaneID • Have at least 20 copies of your resume For more information, contact the Toppel Career Center at 305284-5451. Toppel Presents... “Dress for Success” Fashion Show! | September 9th In partnership with the University of Miami’s Toppel Center, Macy’s is hosting a Career Expo Fashion Show and we would LOVE to have you participate. This program will be at 12:00PM on the Lakeside Patio. In addition to the fashion show, students will have the opportunity to win a brand new suit! For more information, contact the Toppel Career Center at 305-284-5451.

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Study Abroad at the University of Miami With over 80 programs in over 40 different countries, study abroad is full of choices! Open to all majors, you can take relevant coursework towards your academic goals while immersed in a new cultural environment. If you study abroad during the fall or spring semester, financial aid and meritbased scholarships can apply. Interested? Many of our programs for spring 2016 are still open! Please visit www. miami.edu/studyabroad for more information and to fill out and application!

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Scholarship & Internship Opportunities! One of the goals of Multicultural Student Affairs is to provide resources on scholarships and internship opportunities for African, Hispanic, Asian and Native American students at the University of Miami. For more scholarship or internship opportunities, please visit www.miami.edu/msa or facebook.com/prestigiousawards.

Scholarship/ Internship

Technical Minority Scholarship

Who is eligible?

multicultural undergraduate students

multicultural undergraduate/ graduate students

graduate students

undergraduate or graduate students

What are the required fields of study?

technical sciences or engineering majors

All fields

applied physical, biological and engineering sciences.

science, technology, engineering, and mathematics

What is the total value of the scholarship/ internship?

$1,000 - $10,000

$5000

Full stipend toward degree

$5,000

Full stipend toward degree

Brief description of the scholarship/ internship.

Provides funding to minority students enrolled in one of the technical sciences

Scholarship is designed to support students interested in study abroad programs

Scholarship designed to allow students to study at the University of Cambridge

Provides funding for students working towards a Ph.D. degree

Scholarship is designed to help support undergraduates seek experience in (STEM) fields

Is anything else provided?

Duration.

One time award

Where to apply or find more information?

xerox.com/jobs/ minority-scholarships

iie.org/Programs/ GilmanScholarshipProgram

gatescambridge.org

hertzfoundation. org/dx/fellowships/ fellowshipaward. aspx

nilrr.org/ scholarships

What is the deadline?

September 30th

October 1st

November 1st

December 16th

September 8th

Gilman International Scholarship for Study Abroad

GatesCambridge Scholarships for Graduate Study

October 15th

Hertz Foundation Graduate Fellowship Award

(SMART) Scholarship for Service Program

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MSA Connection! Each Unity Newsletter will feature a different faculty or staff member. This selection is designed for you to learn more about professional staff and faculty members on campus who can assist you in reaching your future goals. If you know a faculty or staff member you would like to see highlighted, please contact Jesse Ford at j.ford@miami.edu. • Hometown: Miami, FL • Where did you attend college and/or graduate school and what was your field/ fields of study: University of Florida – Bachelor of Science, Public Relations. As an undergrad, I tried to narrow my wide variety of interests by exploring what I enjoyed. As a result, I had internships with non-profits, events and promotions companies and even the University museum. It was a great learning opportunity. • Job duties: As Assistant Director of Career Events, I am in charge of all planning, coordination and logistics of career-related events at Toppel, most notably, our Career Expo each semester. I am also a part of the Employer Relations team, which means I do a significant amount of outreach to employers and companies who may be interested in hiring our students. Lastly, I advise RMAS students and those who are majoring in the social sciences such as economics, history, political science, etc. Betty Zambrano

• Office Location: Office #167 at the Toppel Career Center

Assistant Director, Career Events Toppel Career Center

• One piece of advice you would give students: You are in a place filled with scholars, researchers, artists, and innovators. Forge connections. Reach out to professors and peers who are doing things that interest you. Schedule coffee meetings and get to know people outside of a classroom setting. You’ll be amazed at how receptive people are to connecting and how much you learn from these new connections. • Favorite Quote: “On the whole, though I never arrived at the perfection I had been so ambitious of obtaining, but fell far short of it, yet as I was, by the endeavor, a better and a happier man than I otherwise should have been had I not attempted it” – Benjamin Franklin

September 8th- September 21st Monday

Tuesday

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Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

NABA - General Body Mtg. 7:30PM - UC 206

UP - General Body Mtg. 8:00PM - SAC 210K

FEC - General Body Mtg. 6:30PM - SC Senate Room

UBS - UNLEARN 6:00PM - SC Senate Room

FEC - General Body Mtg. 6:30PM - SC Senate Room

ALAS - General Body Mtg. 8:00PM - Memorial Classroom 105

SC - Dance Lessons 7:00PM - BUC Multipurpose Room

MSA/Toppel - Fall PreCareer Expo Event 6:30PM - BUC Fieldhouse

RAB/CAT5 - Watch Party vs. FAU 6:00PM - The Rat

Toppel - Career Expo 2:00PM - BUC

MSA - Student Organization Retreat 10:00AM - Rhodes House 37-A

Toppel Career Center General Body Mtg. 5:30PM - SAC Moss Terrace

ACRONYM KEY AASA AKA BCSL CNL

Asian American Student Association COISO Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Butler Center for Service and Leadership CSA Canes Night Live FEC

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Council of International Students and Organizations Caribbean Students Association Federación de Estudiantes Cubanos

KAP MNSA MSA NABA

Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity,Inc. Multicultural Nursing Student Assoc. Multicultural Student Affairs National Association of Black Acco.

PK SC SWSG UBS

Planet Kreyol Salsa Craze Strong Women, Strong Girls United Black Students

UP UR YRS

UPride Unity Roundtable Yellow Rose Society

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MSA Open House/Block Party Recap Multicultural Student Affairs (MSA) hosted a Block Party and an Open House to showcase our new office location and giving all incoming students a change to meet our staff and learn about our programs and services. Also, MSA advised student organizations were in attendance to provide more information on their groups and meetings. There was free music, food and games!

A Closer Look At MSAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Block Party (Rain Location, Eaton Lobby): To see more pictures, visit www.miami.edu/msa and our facebook page www.facebook.com/msa.diversity!

A Closer Look At MSAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Open House: To see more pictures, visit our website www.miami.edu/ msa and our facebook page www.facebook.com/msa.diversity!

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