Undergraduate Newsletter
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Table of Contents Semester at a Glance August 24 Classes begin August 31 Last day to add classes via UAccess & without instructor signature September 1 - Deadline to apply for graduation/degree candidacy for Fall 2015 -Begin $25 course late drop fee -Change of schedule form required to add a class with instructor signature September 6 Last day to drop classes without ‘W’ notation on transcript September 7 Any classes dropped as of today will receive a notation of “W” on transcript September 9 Must submit by 2 PM SGPP Internship Spring 2015 application. Change of Major Form closes at 12 PM. September 15 Last day to add units before $250 late fee. September 20 Last day to file Grade Replacement Opportunity (GRO) October 16 Last Day to change classes with only instructor signature, after today, need a petition for the Dean’s signature November 1 Last Day to withdraw from a class via UAccess December 9 Last Day of Classes & last day to submit complete withdrawal from UA December 10 Reading Day December 11-17 Final Exams SGPP Undergraduate Newsletter Page 2
December 2015 Graduation
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Reminder
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Internship Opportunities
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Non-SGPP Internships
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Job Opportunities
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Volunteer Opportunity
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Announcements
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Academic Advising
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December 2015 Graduation Social and Behavioral Sciences Winter Convocation Recognition Ceremony Saturday, December 19, 2015 2:00 PM in Centennial Hall School of Government & Public Policy Fall graduates are invited to participate in the SBS Winter Convocation Event Information can be found at http://web.sbs.arizona.edu/college/convocation.
The SBS Convocation RSVP form is now open! Please complete the RSVP form if you wish to attend and have your name included on the list of graduates. The RSVP form can be found at http://web.sbs.arizona.edu/college/convocation. To view the Complete list of UA December, 2015 Convocation Ceremonies, please go to http://commencement.arizona.edu/ceremonies. Please know that the SBS Convocation Ceremony is organized by the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences. Additionally, this the only convocation event for School of Government and Public Policy Graduates. *SGPP does not host separate Convocation Recognition Ceremonies *
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December 2015 Graduation GRADUATING
December 2015? APPLICATION LATE FEE NOW APPLICABLE
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. Detailed instructions on how to initiate your paperwork, can be found on the SGPP DEGREE CHECK page.
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Reminder Dear Juniors and Seniors,
We have partnered with Career Services to give our junior and senior majors access to Wildcat Joblink. Wildcat JobLink is a state-of-the-art career management tool, offering UA students access to jobs, internships, and a range of other services including campus interviewing and resume referrals.
To access JobLink, please visit the Career Services website at https:// www.career.arizona.edu/joblink. All you need is your NETID and password to login and take advantage of these great services.
Why is SGPP only funding juniors and seniors to have access to JobLink? The funding comes from SGPP Program Fees, which only our junior and senior majors pay. If you are a freshman or sophomore, you are welcome to register and pay the annual $5 fee out of pocket. Visit https:// www.career.arizona.edu/joblink to register.
I will be a junior at the end of the current semester. When can I have access? SGPP will be requesting access for any students who have reached 60+ credits each semester after the census date (the 21st day of the semester). So, if you will have 60+ completed credits at the end of this semester, you will be granted access next semester after the census date. If you have any questions, please email ahackett@email.arizona.edu. SGPP Undergraduate Newsletter Page 5
Internship Opportunities Internship Opportunities! Check out the SGPP Internships page for an updated comprehensive list of all local and regional internships, such as:
ACCI Client Service Internship
The National Institute for Civil Discourse
Neighbors for Justice Spring 2016 application deadline Dec.15th at 9 AM Sr Jose Women's Shelter
Contact information, internship description, instructions on how to enroll, and more! The School of Government and Public Policy at the University of Arizona claims no political affiliations.
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Non-SGPP Internships LifeSTEP (Life Skills Training and Enhancement Program) The psychology clinic has established a community service agency that provides undergraduate mentors & life skills trainers to school-aged youth with emotional and/or behavioral problems. The vast majority of these children are from a minority group living in poverty in Tucson and are struggling with a variety of emotional and behavior problems. We are currently accepting applications for Spring semester. As a LifeSTEP (Life Skills Training and Enhancement Program) provider, you would be meeting with your assigned youth about once a week for about 4 hours each time. Activities might include going to the movies, getting an ice cream, going bowling or spending time at a park, etc (you would be reimbursed for your expenses including gas). You would receive 3 units of internship credit (393 or 493 depending on your U of A status), and you would have the opportunity to receive training in this area. We are especially in need of male interns (but we do have spots for female interns as well) If you are interested, please complete the attached application & email it back to julief@u.arizona.edu by Dec 4. I will hold an informational meeting on Dec 10 (Reading Day - no classes) in the afternoon for all applicants (I will send more details about the time/location of the meeting to all applicants by the end of November).
APPLICATION HERE BTW - there are NO LONGER age restrictions for the program (so you don't have to be 21 to participate) I look forward to hearing from you - Julie Julie Feldman, Ph.D. Department of Psychology University of Arizona (520)621-7447 SGPP Undergraduate Newsletter Page 8
Job Opportunities
HireArizona, The UA Career Lab has partnered with Arizona State University and HireTalent for HireArizona, an alumni-only career fair. UA alumni will have the opportunity to connect and network with over 50 employers from Amazon to Zenefits, all hiring in a variety of industries. The event is free and December ’15 grads are encouraged to attend!
For more information please follow this link: http:// arizonaalumni.com/event/phoenix-alumni-only-career-fair SGPP Undergraduate Newsletter Page 9
Job Opportunities Student Assistant Job Application Office of Undergraduate Admissions Admissions Processing Unit
Four Student Assistant Positions Available – (Work Study ONLY) Student Assistants are responsible for working with the Admissions Processing Unit to assist with a variety of functions in support of the Office of Admissions and the University’s enrollment goals. Student Assistants will also be expected to attend meetings and other periodic trainings as requested.
The duties for Student Assistants include, but are not limited to: Assist with the receiving, tracking, indexing, and processing of undergraduate admissions applications, transcripts and any other submitted materials in support of an application.
Assist with mail (incoming and outgoing) as well as preparing letters and mailing campaigns for distribution. Data entry functions. Assist with data clean up through discrepancy reports. Provide superior customer service and high levels of professionalism at all times, with all colleagues, fellow students and staff. Contact applicants directly by phone. Other duties as assigned.
Dates and Deadlines Application Deadline: Monday, December 7th by noon Interviews (for selected applicants): Tuesday, December 8th through Friday, December 11th Notification of hire: Monday, December 14th Mandatory Training: Friday, January 8th, 9am-3pm. Monday, January 11th, 9am-1pm and Tuesday, January 12th, 9am-1pm.
CLICK HERE FOR APPLICATION AND MORE INFORMATION
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Volunteer Opportunity A Volunteer Invitation from PCC Desert Vista The 5k Jingle Bell Walk/Run is a holiday festive event that fundraises and supports the Arthritis Foundation, a non-profit organization. This money goes toward medical research for a cure and education/support programs for the 50 million adults and 300,000 children diagnosed with this rheumatic disease (in the US alone- 60,000 of whom are in AZ.) The Jingle Bell Walk/Run will be at Reid Park the morning of Saturday, December 12th . We are in need of volunteers. Please help spread the word to university students and/or employees in need of community service hours. (Example: Greek Life, Honors Students, Blue Chip, Professional Development, etc.) Event Contact Name: Tricia Carattini Phone: 602-212-9909 Email: tcarattini@arthritis.org<mailto:tcarattini@arthritis.org>
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Announcements
Tuesday, Dec. 1 from 12-1 p.m. “Cats in the Corner Office” live webinar with UA alum Mike McCarley, president of the Golf Channel. McCarley will be chatting with Melinda Burke, president of the UA Alumni Association about his career and will be answering questions from the audience. This interactive event will be streaming live, allowing you to tweet your questions to @UAAlumniPres. REGISTER HERE FOR THIS LIVE, FREE WEBINAR! SGPP Undergraduate Newsletter Page 14
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Announcements Register for the 2016 National Collegiate Leadership Conference!
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LASC 197P Major Exploration Workshop Would you like a structured way to work through the major exploration process? Consider taking LASC 197P, Major Exploration Workshop, this winter and spring. LASC 197P is a fully online, 2 credit course that will help you learn important information needed to find the right major for you. If you would like to enroll, please schedule an appointment<http://clas.arizona.edu/ content/make-appointment> with your CLAS academic advisor.
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Calling All Student Leaders! The ASUA Student Health Advocacy Committee is sponsoring a TobaccoFree UA Town Hall event to provide information about the Tobacco-free UA Policy, hold a Q&A session with a panel of speakers, and allow time for all attendees to voice their opinions about the policy and its implementation. Speakers will represent the Student Health Advocacy Committee, Human Resources, and Arizona Smokers Helpline. If you or a representative from your organization would like to contribute to the future of the Tobacco-Free Policy here at University of Arizona, please register below! The event will take place this Thursday, December 3rd at 6pm in the South Greatroom of Arbol de la Vida Residence Hall Registration Link: http://goo.gl/forms/qHgXQDtDPC
Date: Thursday, December 3rd Time: 6pm Location: Arbol De La Vida Residence Hall, South Great Room Questions? Email asuashac@gmail.com
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Dear fellow advocates for a sustainable world: At this moment when the world is about to enter a new round of climate negotiations, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re sharing an innovative new environmental justice opportunity-the Energy, Water and Health Service Learning program in Costa Rica. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s being developing with multiple University of Arizona departments including the College of Medicine, Office of Global Initiatives, and School of Natural Resources, among others, in partnership with grassroots groups in Tucson and in southern Costa Rica. These groups, like many others across the planet, are sounding out ways to engage citizens in creating just water policies as a leverage for wider social and environmental change. Above all, the service learning program aims to form compassionate system leaders capable of working across disciplines, sounding out hidden linkages in seemingly unrelated fields, translating complex ideas for the public--all in a spirit of generosity, integrity and devotion: movement-building. The UA College of Medicine Office of Diversity and Inclusion will award 6 upper-division credit units (RNR 495/595) to undergraduate and graduate students completing this fourweek intense summer program. For more information, please visit our website. SGPP Undergraduate Newsletter Page 27
Announcements NSC Featured Course - Winter College of Agriculture & Life Sciences
Winter Session 2015 - 2016 Register NOW for Winter Schedule of Classes Session: December 21, 2015 - January 12, 2016 NSC 255 Online - Food & Culture Have you been wanting to take a Nutrition course? Looking for an online Tier II INDV? NSC 255 counts towards a Tier II INDV ! Course Syllabus: http://nutrition.cals.arizona.edu/sites/nutrition/files/255_schedule.pdf
NSC 170C1 - Online Winter The first section has already filled up, enroll today!
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Announcements NEW! Online FINALS PREP Workshops for Finals Survival Week THINK TANK Location: https://arizona.adobeconnect.com/finalsprep/
Monday, December 7th at 5 p.m. Writing Skills Improvement Program (WSIP) Weekly Writing Workshops: FREE and open to all UA and Tucson community members. Series: The Craft of Writing; Grammar and Style; Introduction to Scholarly Writing; and Advanced and Graduate Scholarly Writing. Every Monday and Wednesday, 2 pm in Harvill Bldg., Room 319. Pre-register http://wsip.arizona.edu WSIP Scheduled Tutoring: FREE to UA students. Individual and small group tutoring, 30-50 minutes sessions. Professional writing assistance in all subject areas and writing projects. Register and schedule appointments at http://wsip.arizona.edu WSIP Walk-in Tutoring: FREE to UA students. Individual and small group tutoring, no appointment necessary. Professional writing assistance in all subject areas and writing projects. Available at locations across campus. Pre-register at http://wsip.arizona.edu Contact WSIP at 621-5849 or visit http://wsip.arizona.edu
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