Undergraduate Newsletter
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Table of Contents Semester at a Glance August 21 Classes begin August 28 Last day to add classes via UAccess & without instructor signature August 29 - Begin $25 course late drop fee - Change of schedule form required to add a class with instructor signature - Must submit by 2 PM SGPP Internship Fall 2017 application. - SGPP Change of Major form closes at 12 PM. September 1 - Deadline to apply for graduation/degree candidacy for Spring 2017 September 4 - Last day to drop without a “W” on transcript. - Labor Day, no classes September 17 Last day to file Grade Replacement Opportunity (GRO) , deadline at 11:59 PM. October 13 Last Day to change classes with only instructor signature, after today, a petition with the instructor’s and Dean’s signature is required October 29 Last Day to withdraw from a class via UAccess November 10 Veteran’s Day, no classes November 23-26 Thanksgiving Recess, no classes December 6 Last Day of Classes & last day to submit complete withdrawal from UA December 7 Reading Day December 8-14 Final Exams SGPP Undergraduate Newsletter Page 2
December Graduation
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Handshake Reminder
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SGPP Events
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Internship Opportunities
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Job Opportunity
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Announcements
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Academic Advising
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December 2017 Graduation GRADUATING December 2017? APPLICATION LATE FEE charged AFTER September 1, 2017 If you are graduating this December the deadline for degree candidacy applications was September 1. A $50.00 late candidacy application fee will now be assessed. Detailed instructions on how to initiate your paperwork, can be found on the SGPP DEGREE CHECK page.
December 2017 Convocation RSVP link is now OPEN! https://sbs.arizona.edu/convocation This link will close on December 1st at 11:59 pm.
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Handshake Reminder
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RSVP for Undergraduate Professional Speaker Series at https://sgpp.arizona.edu/content/speaker-series RSVP for SGPP Workshops at https://sgpp.arizona.edu/fall-2017-workshops
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Internship Opportunities
The School of Government and Public Policy at The University of Arizona claims no political affiliations. SGPP Undergraduate Newsletter Page 8
Internship Opportunities
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Job Opportunity
NOW HIRING: Recreation Aide / Sport Referee Job Type: SEASONAL/PART TIME Marana is seeking 12 Recreation Aides to work in the Parks and Recreation Department.
Recreation Aides provide support to recreation staff to ensure the best delivery of recreation programs. They will work at community events, the splash pad, youth sports and other recreational programs as needed. LEARN MORE & APPLY
NOW HIRING: Parks Maintenance Supervisor Job Type: FULL TIME
Marana is seeking a highly motivated professional to serve as a Parks Maintenance Supervisor for the Parks and Recreation Team. This position is responsible for supervising and overseeing the maintenance, minor construction, repair of park grounds, and other landscaped areas. LEARN MORE & APPLY
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Some really wonderful schools are attending tomorrow’s 2017 Graduate School Fair, Wed. Nov. 1st, 1pm-4pm, Grand Ballroom, SUMC! Please consider attending tomorrow’s Grad School Fair. Register by using the link below: UA Grad School Day - selected list of attending schools: Albert Einstein School of Medicine, NYC, NY Arizona State University Columbia University Daniel Morgan Graduate School of National Security George Washington University Keck Graduate Institute – School of Applied Life Science Mayo Clinic – Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences Northern Arizona University New York University Penn State San Diego State University University of Arizona University of California, Riverside University of California, Merced University of California, San Diego University of Colorado, Denver University of Maryland University of Massachusetts, Amherst University of Southern California University of Utah Washington University of St. Louis Peace Corps Thank you!
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Announcements The University of Arizona 5th Annual Pre-Health Information Blast Are you interested in pursuing a career in the health professions? Do you want to know what will it take to be competitive? Take a tour of the pre-health route by attending this workshop! Saturday, November 4, 2017 from 8:30 am – 1:00 pm Banner University Medical Center (BUMC), DuVal Auditorium 1501 N. Campbell Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85724 (Lunch sponsored by Ross University) AGENDA 8:30 am-9:00 am Registration 9:00 am- 9:45 am Introduction and Welcome BUMC DuVal Auditorium Sessions Rotations 9:45 am – 11:55 am Rotation 3113 “Getting to Know Faculty” Rotation 3114 “Health Profession Student Panel” Rotation 3115 “Admissions Process” Rotation 3116 “Clinical & Volunteer Opportunities” Rotations 9:45 am – 11:55 am 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Closing Remarks and Health Profession Lunch Breakouts Pharmacy (PharmD) Physician Assistant (PA) Physical Therapy (PT) Athletic Training (AT) Dentistry (DDS), Occupational Therapy (OT), Optometry (OT) MD, DO, and ND Limited Seats Available, RSVP http://clas.arizona.edu/event/pre-health-professions/pre-health-information-blast-0 Note: Problems with the link, copy and paste into a new browser. Questions, contact Josie Gin Morgan at josiegin@email.arizona.edu or 621-6346 Sponsored by The University of Arizona Colleges of Letters, Arts, and Science (CLAS) Pre-Health Professions Advising Center, Pre-Health PULSE CAT Ambassadors, Arizona Health Sciences (AHS) Office of Diversity and Inclusion, and Ross University
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Announcements ROTC Collecting Boots for Homeless Veterans
The ROTC program of The University of Arizona will be holding "Boots For Vets," a donation event that provides hundreds of homeless veterans in Arizona with military shoe attire. Donations will be taken until Nov. 9. Then, all of the boots and shoes will be lined up on the UA Mall from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. For more information please click on the following link: ROTC collecting boots for homeless veterans
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Announcements Rangel Int’l Affairs Summer Program is Now Welcoming Applications! The Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Program is now accepting applications for the 2018 Rangel International Affairs Summer Enrichment Program at www.rangelprogram.org! Do you know a student interested in a career in international affairs? The Rangel International Affairs Summer Enrichment Program is a six-week program at Howard University that helps prepare undergraduate students for careers in international affairs. It includes two for-credit academic courses, a professional writing seminar, visits and meetings with foreign affairs professionals in a wide range of government and non-governmental organizations, and professional development activities. It pays for tuition, room, board, and transportation and provides a stipend. The program will run from mid -June until late July. Eligibility requirements • • •
U.S. citizenship A comprehensive GPA of at least 3.2 Full-time undergraduate students with sophomore status at the time of the application deadline
The program encourages the application of members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service, women, and those with financial need. Applicants with any undergraduate major are welcome to apply. The Rangel Summer Enrichment Program is a U.S. Department of State Program administered by Howard University that promotes excellence and diversity in the U.S. Foreign Service.
Application Deadline: February 1, 2018 Website: www.rangelprogram.org!
Program Contact: Lily Lopez-McGee lily.lopezmcgee@howard.edu<mailto:lily.lopezmcgee@howard.edu> rangelprogram@howard.edu<mailto:rangelprogram@howard.edu> 202-806-4367 or 877-633-0002 Howard University Ralph Bunche Center | 2218 6th St NW | Washington, DC 20059
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Academic Skills Tutoring You know that the THINK TANK has tutors for subjects like math and writing, but did you know that we also have tutors to help with study skills? Our Academic Skills Tutors (ASTs) are here to work with you individually on topics ranging from managing time effectively to adapting your study strategies to meeting the level of rigor required in college. Online courses require students to approach classes differently than in-person courses. If you are finding your online class confusing or challenging, an AST can provide guidance on how to navigate online course from figuring out deadlines to effective study strategies for exams when there are no lectures.
Fall 2017 Academic Skills Drop-in Hours Bear Down Gym Monday: 9 AM - 11 AM and 3 PM - 7 PM Tuesday: 10 AM - 12 PM and 3 PM - 7 PM Wednesday & Thursday: 3 PM - 6 PM Online Wednesday and Thursday: 5 PM - 7 PM In order to access online tutoring during the scheduled times, you will need your NetID and password.
CLICK HERE TO BEGIN YOUR ONLINE TUTORING SESSION Academic Skills Tutors are also available by appointment at this link: http://thinktank.arizona.edu/academic-skillstutoring-workshop-request . Interested in Academic Skills instruction for a group? You can request a workshop for your club, class, or organization.
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Announcements The Writing Center To help you meet your goals, the Writing Center has three types of sessions. You don’t have to have finished your paper or have even started writing! You can come with just the assignment sheet, your notes or ideas, or a draft – and you can always come with questions for our certified peer tutors. Fifteen minute drop-in and 30-minute appointment sessions are free. One-hour individual appointment sessions are fee based.
Math Tutoring The THINK TANK offers math tutoring support by certified peer tutors, and lots of it. Whether it’s College Algebra, Calculus I, Calculus II, or Business Math, the THINK TANK offers lots of ways to get math assistance. We can help you with MATH 100-129.
Math Drop-In Tutoring Drop-in math tutoring is available during various hours at all locations. Grab your textbook, laptop or assignment and head to one of our locations. Bring your CatCard to sign in with the Desk Assistant, then look for your subject on the table signs and have a seat. You'll be seated with other students studying the same material and a tutor will check in with you to see how they can help! Drop-In Math tutoring is FREE.
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Academic Advising
Academic Advising Academic Advisor contact information can be found here. Log into SBS Wise Advising here to schedule or view walk-in appointments with your advisor. If you are no longer an SGPP undergraduate student and would like to be removed from this listserv, please email SBSsgppadvising@email.arizona.edu.
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