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Attention Wildcats: GRO processing is online! Don’t stand in line! Don’t print the screen! Submit online using these simple steps: 1. Use a PC and Internet Explorer ONLY – No Google Chrome or Safari browsers, Apple computers, mobile devices or tablets. 2. Administration Building lobby computers are available for your convenience. 3. LOG OUT of all WebAuth sites (UAccess Student Center, D2L, CatMail) and clear your web browser history before continuing. 4. Go to http://registrar.arizona.edu/registrarforms and click on Grade Replacement Opportunity under the “Form” heading. 5. Follow the instructions and use the live link to login via WebAuth to submit your GRO for Fall 2013. 6. CONFIRMATION is immediate and required! You are responsible for getting a confirmation! 7. Online requests received by 5:00 p.m. Mountain Standard Time on the filing deadline will be processed.
If you are graduating this December, you can still apply for degree candidacy, but a $50.00 late candidacy application fee will now be assessed. For detailed instructions on how to initiate your paperwork, please visit our degree check page.
SGPP Students: Mark your calendars for these upcoming events with our peer mentors!
SGPP Student Completes Internship in Portugal Over the summer I had the opportunity to do an internship at the U.S. Embassy in Lisbon, Portugal. I worked with the Political/Economic section at the embassy during an interesting time in the Eurozone financial crisis which has hit Portugal especially hard. The section at Lisbon quickly included me in their various duties and I was actually able to see how the bilateral relationship between the United States and Portugal worked. There is really no way to describe a typical day in the Political/ Economic section because there is always so much going on. Generally, I would prepare a daily press summary for Washington D.C. on current events in Portugal but beyond that each day presented different tasks and challenges. I had the opportunity to draft an op-ed for the Ambassador on President Obama’s Climate Action Plan. This editorial was eventually published in a national newspaper. I met with several people in Portugal to discuss the growing problem of youth
unemployment as well as the expansion of the Community of Portuguese Speaking Countries and Portugal’s role within the organization. Perhaps the most exciting part of my internship was the opportunity to go to the Portuguese Ministry of Foreign Affairs a few times and observing diplomacy in action. Making contacts is such a major aspect of foreign affairs, therefore, one of my chief duties was to organize a lunch at the U.S. Embassy with some of the interns from other embassies throughout the city. I was able to get in contact with eight interns and we had a tour of the embassy, a brief meeting with the Ambassador, a lunch and a discussion on the relationship between Europe and the United States hosted by the chief counselor in the Political/Economic Section. In ten short weeks I was able to build off of the foundations of foreign affairs that I was able to establish with professors here at the University of Arizona and see how dense the relationship between any two countries can be. This experience solidified my determination to work towards a career with the State Department. Where better than to learn all of this than Lisbon, Europe’s only capital on the Atlantic coastline?
We are accepting applications for the Spring 2014 Arizona Legislative Internship Program! Every spring semester, the University of Arizona, ASU and NAU send 50 talented undergraduate and graduate students to Phoenix to work as legislative interns. Interns are placed in the Arizona Legislature, the Supreme Court and the Governor’s Office to work on legislative politics. The work is demanding and requires interns to work a minimum of 40 hours per week for 18 weeks beginning on Monday, January 6, 2014. Students get hands-on experience summarizing bills, drafting amendments, researching issues, attending committee meetings and hearings, making presentations before committees, and working on constituent problems. Students gain knowledge and experience that enhances their education and career possibilities. The professional networks interns form are invaluable and often lead to job opportunities. For their work as interns, students receive: $4700 stipend Tuition & fees scholarship for the spring semester of their service up to $500 for reimbursed moving expenses (for those who reside outside of Maricopa County) 12 units of academic credit for undergraduates and 9 units of academic credit for graduate students. To be eligible to apply, students must: Be a current student enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree. Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Be in junior, senior or graduate student standing. Juniors must have a minimum of 75 units completed at the end of fall 2013 to participate in the spring 2014. Seniors who are graduating in December 2013 are eligible to apply for the Spring 2014 internship program. Students from all majors are encouraged to apply!
To learn more about this program, students are encouraged to attend our information session and a meet and greet with staff members from the Governor's Office, Supreme Court, House and Senate. Students who would like some helpful hints on the application process are invited to attend our Application and Interview Workshop. INFO SESSION September 11, 2013 from 10:00-11:00 a.m. in the Student Union Kiva Room MEET & GREET September 11, 2013 from 11:00am-2:00 p.m. in the Student Union Kiva Room Come meet staff from the Governor's Office, Supreme Court, House and Senate APPLICATION & INTERVIEW WORKSHOP September 27, 2013 from Noon-1:00p.m., in the Douglass, Building Room 102 Applications are open online and are due no later than 5:00pm on Friday, October 4, 2013. Please visit www.arizona.edu/realworldintern and click on the apply menu. Students may contact Dr. Pamela Coonan at coonan@email.arizona.edu with additional questions.
Check out our SGPP Internships page for a comprehensive list of internships, instructions on how to enroll, and more!
For Pre-Law Students My name is Kaitlyn and I am President of Phi Alpha Delta, a professional pre-law chapter here on campus which is devoted to helping students interested in a law related career develop professionally along with participate in educational, philanthropic, and fraternal events. We offer wonderful opportunities all the way from going to Washington D.C., competing in Mock Trial competitions to teaching middle school students about their rights as kids and having speakers form all different fields of law talk to us about their life stories. If any students are interested they can contact myself (padpres@gmail.com) or our Admin. Vice President Eric Mason (padavp@gmail.com). They can also attend our informational meetings at the Law room in room 164 on September 10th and 17th at 6:00 pm. We are also hosting a college survival night for new students this Thursday, September 12th in Law 164 at 5:00 pm to inform new students about life at U of A and have a casual meet and greet with Phi Alpha Delta members. If you could forward this email to your student listserv that would be wonderful! Thank you for your help! Sincerely,
Kaitlyn R. Macaulay President Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity International University of Arizona, Pre-law Chapter padpres@gmail.com (520) 429-2747
Fall 2013 Study Abroad 101 The fall 2013 Study Abroad 101 schedule is now posted and the sessions started this week. Study Abroad is pleased to announce a new information session series this fall. Students may opt to come to one or multiple sessions. Advisors are also welcome. The session on September 11 will focus on study abroad opportunities by major for students in Psychology, Journalism, Political Science, Public Health, Communication, and Engineering. Region-specific information sessions will take place on October 2 and will highlight programs in Spain and Latin America, Asia, Northern and Eastern Europe, Italy, Africa and the Middle East, English Speaking Countries, and Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Did you know that students can study abroad and earn direct credit during winter session? Two new faculty-led programs are offered in Latin America and the Middle East! The application deadline is September 15th. Ecuador: Amazon Rainforest Conservation Biology Spend your winter break in the Amazon rainforest exploring one of the world's most biodiverse regions while getting three credits of Environmental Sciences. Honor's credits available. Learn More!
Oman and Dubai: International Journalism Fieldwork Study Journalism in Dubai and Oman where you can produce multimedia feature stories or work on a short documentary film that compares and contrasts how Oman and Dubai are developing tourism in the face of economic challenges. Learn More!
Earn CASH by participating in experiments on decision-making at the University of Arizona’s Economic Science Laboratory! Researchers will PAY you to make decisions in experiments that study a wide range of social and business situations. Find out more and sign-up at: recruit.econlab.arizona.edu. Sign up is quick and easy.
Attention Public Management and Policy Students:
OSTP Student Volunteer Program—Spring 2014 The Office of Science and Technology Policy is currently accepting applications for its Spring 2014 Internship Program. The application deadline is 11:59pm Friday, October 4, 2013. Students who are U.S. citizens and who will be actively enrolled during the Spring 2014 semester are welcome to apply. More information and application instructions are available at http://www.whitehouse.gov/ostp/about/student/. About OSTP. The Office of Science and Technology Policy advises the President on the effects of science and technology on domestic and international affairs. The office serves as a source of scientific and technological analysis and judgment for the President with respect to major policies, plans and programs of the Federal Government. About the Internship Program. Interns are accepted for one of three annual terms (Spring, Summer, or Fall), which each last no more than 90 days. While these positions are without compensation, the assignments provide educational enrichment, practical work experience, and network opportunities with other individuals in the science and technology policy arena.
The College of Social & Behavioral Sciences (SBS) is now accepting applications for its SBS Ambassador Program. The program provides undergraduate students with the chance to develop their leadership skills and to establish social and professional connections that last beyond their time at the UA. Through their service to the College, SBS Ambassadors interact with faculty and staff members, the dean, the SBS Advisory Board, SBS alumni, donors, community partners, and with other SBS students. These engagements provide the student with opportunities to hone public speaking and team-building skills and learn how to be an affective mentor. SBS Ambassadors play key roles in recruitment events, information sessions, student social gatherings, community service projects, SBS VIP events, and our SBS speaker series. Ambassadors are expected to commit approximately 25 hours per semester for a minimum of two semesters. Students are required to attend trainings and orientation meetings with college staff, meet with their mentor, and participate in 5 college events and 2 recruitment events each semester. Students who complete their first academic year in the program with a successful evaluation from the program coordinator will have the option to continue as an ambassador their senior year. ELIGIBILITY: SBS Ambassadors are selected through a competitive process based on their high level of academic achievement, their outstanding leadership qualities, and their active engagement on and off campus. To be considered, students must: Be enrolled in a primary major in SBS Have completed at least 6 units of courses offered by departments in SBS Be in junior (60-89 units) or senior (90+ units) standing Demonstrate strong speaking skills Have a minimum GPA of 2.5 overall and in the major Commit to serve for a minimum of one year APPLICATION: Click here for the Application form. Applications must be submitted to the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences main office in Douglass Building Room 200 West no later than 5:00pm on Friday, September 27, 2013. Applications must include: an application form; two current letters of recommendation (one must be from an SBS instructor); two personal statements (explained on the application form); a rĂŠsumĂŠ; and their unofficial UA transcripts.
GIVE Academic Program Over the past 3 years our organization has had numerous UA students join us in our projects overseas, and our past volunteers have constituted a UASA student group. In addition, GIVE has developed an accredited program that now offers a credit-bearing course in conjunction with our volunteer endeavors overseas. Our projects consist of: implementing sustainable infrastructure, fresh water systems, educating children on health, hygiene and education. Education students will be involved with hands on teaching and developing course curriculum. Below is a video that further explains the ideology behind this hybrid program, it is not required for students to take this course in conjunction with their excursion. View YouTube Video
Interested in law school??? Join LEAD Mentoring! L.E.A.D. Mentoring is designed to give undergraduates who are interested in law school a taste of the experience by matching them with a current law school student mentor. Our goal is to pair you with a law student who will help introduce you to the law school experience and guide you through the admissions process. In addition, your law student mentor will help introduce you to the James E. Rogers College of Law and the Arizona legal community. L.E.A.D. Mentoring is free to join and only requires a commitment of approximately 2 hours *per month* to meet with your mentor and attend program events. This includes 1 hour per month of one-on-one time with your mentor; you and your mentor are free to choose how and where you would like to spend this time. Monthly program events cover topics such as preparing for the LSAT, writing a Personal Statement, exploring legal career options, and taking a peek at a day in the life of a law student. L.E.A.D. also provides the opportunity to network with law students, law school faculty, legal professionals and fellow undergraduates.. Want to join? email LEADmentoring@gmail.com or Download the .doc file at https://www.dropbox.com/s/4ne4ppk632t8d5t/LEAD% 20Mentee%20Information%20Sheet%202013.doc Applications are due on September 9th, so sign up today!
Student Health Advocacy Committee (SHAC) The Student Health Advocacy Committee (SHAC) is a highly exclusive organization under ASUA acting as the liaison between Campus Health and the student body. We are currently accepting applications for Fall 2013 and encourage you to apply. Last year, we helped train students in continuous chest compression CPR, hosted healthy cooking classes at the Rec, helped vaccinate the homeless at Hopefest, implemented first aid kits in the residence halls, raised money to contribute to Hopefest during our annual 5K Run for Your Life event, hosted the third annual Sun Safety Week, began working to install sunscreen dispensers on campus, and advanced a campaign to make the main UA campus smoke-free. This year we hope to continue advancing our initiatives and reach out to even more students on campus. As such, we find ourselves growing fast, and therefore we are looking for highly motivated individuals to join our team to bring health and wellness to our community. We are looking for different types of people, with a range of skills, including marketing, fundraising, advertising, leadership, or any health related knowledge. The only things required for our applicants are a strong work ethic, an intense passion for health, a desire to help others and a minimum GPA of 3.0 (no exceptions). Acceptance into SHAC is highly competitive, but we encourage all who are interested to apply. The application can be found at http://shac.asua.arizona.edu/ SHAC/New_Member.html. Application materials are due by September 13th to asuashac@gmail.com. Any question call be addressed to Caeli Barker at cbarker2@email.arizona.edu