I know a lot of Deans' Scholars have been involved in Welcome Week. Here's your next chance!
Are you looking for an amazing leadership opportunity? Do you want to help the Class of 2014 have a smooth transition into life as a U of
M Golden Gopher? BE A 2010 WELCOME WEEK
LEADER!
This
volunteer position will help current U of M students gain valuable leadership
experience and will focus on providing a quality transitional experience for
first-year students. Leaders will receive training throughout the spring on
group facilitation, campus resources, and University expectations. As a Welcome
Week Leader, students will have the chance to work with a partner during
Welcome Week in facilitating group meetings and activities with a group of 25
first-year students.
Being
a Welcome Week Leader offers numerous incentives and benefits. Including:
Being
a recognized student leader on campus
Developing
pride and further a sense of belonging by representing the University of
Minnesota
Receiving
training on topics such as: small group facilitation, University policies, and
purposes of various organizations and services on campus
Meeting
student and faculty members of the campus community
Being
a resource and motivation to students transitioning to the University
Being
a Welcome Week Leader is a great opportunity to strengthen leadership skills
and meet new people at the University.
This spring, CIEE will select 75 university students to participate in the University Spring Break Program, running March 13-22, 2010.
While in South Korea, students will be hosted by Yonsei University
located in Seoul, South Korea. Yonsei will organize academic lectures,
tours, and cultural excursions throughout the program. The program is
intended to be a cultural exchange for students who have had little to
no exposure to Korean culture and is aimed at fostering understanding
and diplomacy between the U.S. and Korea. The application deadline is February 8, 2010.
Program highlights:
International airfare to and from South Korea departing from two U.S. gateway cities
Pre-departure orientation taking place in the two designated U.S. gateway cities
Accommodation and meals at Yonsei University
A variety of academic lectures exposing students to Korean language, history, and culture
Program excursions designed to promote exploration of culture and history
A brief homestay with a Korean family
International medical insurance coverage and 24-hour worldwide assistance provided through the CIEE iNext travel card
Chaperones appointed by CIEE and Yonsei University
This program is not for credit.
The application deadline for the program is February 8, 2010. Applications are expected to be competitive so please submit applications early.
Additional program information and application materials are available at http://www.ciee.org/southkorea/university/index.html. If you have any questions regarding the program or the application process, please contact the South Korea Scholarship Team at CIEE by email southkorea@ciee.org or phone 1-800-40-STUDY.
Resource,
Inc. is looking for volunteers to work with children 0-17 (mostly 0-4) years of
age within their Mothers Achieving recovery through Family Unity Program in
Minneapolis. Volunteers will interact with children through homework, crafts,
and other activities while mothers attend parenting groups.
Help
school age children develop basic academic skills and provide positive
one-on-one attention in a group setting in Minneapolis. Two thirds of all
People Serving People's guests are under the age of 17, and you can help them
continue to thrive during a trying time. Training provided.
Monday-Wednesday 5:30-8pm with a once/week, three month commitment.
The
Horace Mann School Tutoring Program in St Paul seeks caring individuals who
would like to make a difference in their community. A child's proficiency in
literacy and math can determine his/her academic future. Your help is
important, volunteer as a Math/Literacy Tutor today!
Give
support and a break to someone caring for their loved one- you'll see a face
light up with thanks. You'll supervise and socialize with the senior
needing care for 4 hours each week or as available. DARTS has opportunities
throughout Dakota County. Volunteer assignment can be shared.
Macalester-Groveland
Living at Home/Block Nurse Program volunteers help seniors maintain their
independence through supportive and friendly home visits in St Paul. Must
be caring, compassionate and patient and show good judgment about referring
clients to Program staff or consulting with Program staff. Must be 18 and
participate in required orientation and in-service training.
River
Valley Riders in Bayport has several special events throughout the year. Please
check their website www.rivervalleyriders.org
for upcoming special events.
Participate
in a mentorship program with Guild Incorporated that will benefit an adult who
experiences depression, anxiety or another psychiatric disability. Your time
will help your new friend stay active, improve their health and fulfill their
dreams. Ramsey and the northern part of Dakota Counties.
Provide
assistance one-on-one or small group tutoring to adult literacy students in a
classroom and computer lab at Project for Pride in Living (PPL) in
Minneapolis. Various duties including assisting staff and tutoring
students. Must have college level English skills and high school level
math skills. Requires an online application and background check.
Flexible weekday schedule.
The
Center For Changing Lives is opening a small Café in Minneapolis that will be
staffed by volunteers and a Lutheran Social Service's Employment Training
Services participant. Volunteers are needed to help with all the normal
aspects of operating a café and to greet people coming to the Center. Café
is open M-F, 9am - 1pm. Training provided.
I know at least one Deans' Scholars has participated in this program!
National Student Exchange is a network of nearly 200 U.S. and Canadian
colleges and universities. Students can go on exchange for a semester or
a year to schools all over the U.S., Puerto Rico, Guam, the U.S. Virgin
Islands, and Canada! NSE is AFFORDABLE! Most students pay U of M
tuition while on exchange and most financial aid applies. Benefits of
NSE include:
Live in a different geographic location (like Hawaii, Maine, U.S.
Virgin Islands, Alaska, and many places in between!)
Gain access to different courses and faculty at another school. You
can choose from approximately 550 majors/minors!
Evaluate a school you might attend later for graduate studies.
Research another job market and network or look for jobs there.
Pursue internship opportunities outside of Minnesota.
Pursue language study (improve your Spanish at a school in Puerto
Rico or work on your French at a school in Quebec!)
Experience different cultures and traditions.
Study at a Historically Black College or University (HBCU).
Grow personally, academically, and professionally!
Applications to participate in NSE during the 2010/2011 school year are
due before February 10th, 2010. To turn in an application, please call
612-626-2044 to set up an appointment.
Community Involvement Fair
Wednesday, February 3rd
10:00 am to 2:30 pm
Coffman Memorial Union, Great Hall
http://www.cclc.umn.edu/CIF
You can make a difference in the Twin Cities community! This event
provides students a chance to learn about local volunteer and internship
opportunities. Talk to representatives from more than 90 organizations
to find a position that matches your major and/or interests. Please
visit http://www.cclc.umn.edu/CIF for more information.
This fair is coordinated by the Community Service-Learning Center
(formerly part of the Career and Community Learning Center) and
sponsored by the Minnesota Student Association.
I know some of you are
interested in pursuing physical therapy in grad school, so I thought I would
let you know about this upcoming event.
CEHD Career Services, in
conjunction with the School of Kinesiology, will be hosting an Employer
Recruitment Event. This opportunity is open to all students and we encourage
you to come!
EVENT INFORMATION:
When:
Wednesday, February 3rd
Where:
Cooke Hall first floor/ main lobby
Event
time: 2:30pm-4:00pm
Come network with
employers who will be promoting positions such as:
BS level personal
trainers, MS level Exercise Physiologist, MS level NATA Certified Athletic
Trainer The Marsh
Interns for Sports
Management, Business, Public Relations, Broadcasting & Event Planning, MN
Blizzards
Spring & Summer
Recreation Internships & Summer positions, City of Plymouth Recreation
Group Ticket
Sales, Community Relations, Corporate Sales, Box Office
Management, Promotions, Marketing Design, Media Relations internships, St.
Paul Saints
Personal Trainers,
Personal Training Managers, Metabolic Specialists, Group Training Coordinators,
Registered Dieticians, Group Fitness Instructors, Endurance Leads/ Coaches, Lifetime
Health & Fitness
Personal Trainer/Fitness
Center Staff and Group Exercise Instructor , YMCA
Attending an information session is a great way to learn more and
will help you decide if Peace Corps is the right fit for you. Those
interested in applying for Peace Corps are highly encouraged to attend.
Each session will include a brief video highlighting
the work of Volunteers worldwide followed by a slide show presentation
by former volunteers and time at the end for your questions. You will
also have the opportunity to meet your Peace Corps Campus Rep, Erin
McGillivray (Kenya 2002-04), as well as pick up informational
materials. Information sessions are free and open to the public (unless
otherwise noted). Visit the Peace Corps website for more information about local events.
Tuesday, April 6, 2010*
3:00-4:30 p.m. 325 Education Sciences Building
*This event will include a panel of Returned Volunteer speakers, followed by an information session.
This
annual career fair brings a diverse array of environmentally-themed
organizations together with students in related academic programs.
Check out the event web site to learn more!
Green Job Revolution
Thursday, January 28, 2010
4:30pm - 6:30pm
Great Hall, Coffman Memorial Union
Keynote speaker Senator Ellen Anderson followed by professional panel
from a wide variety of
fields such as energy & science, business, design & product
certification, policy and grassroot groups. Q&A and networking
breakouts conclude this free event. Open to the public.
Welcome back to the spring semester! There are a lot of events and opportunities that I've collected over break. I didn't want to post to the blog while everyone was away from the U for the last month. So, expect to see a lot of postings over the next week or so!
