Martin Luther King, Jr. Program

Health and Biodiversity (VPM 2850)
Tuesdays 1:55 - 3:50 (3 credit), St Paul Campus, 64 BioSci

The Environment LE Theme & Writing Intensive

How does the health of the environment affect the health of animals and humans? What role does biodiversity play in this equation?

This course explores the inextricable linkages between biodiversity, the health of the environment, and the health of humans and animals. We explore these relationships, threats to the delicate balance between them, and potential solutions for sustainable global & ecosystem health.

This course will be delivered in an interactive environment and is largely based upon individual/group active learning processes and case study evaluation. It is available to all undergraduates interested in a future career in most health professions including veterinary medicine, public health, medicine, nursing, environmental health and more! Understanding the big picture of health will make you a more effective problem-solver!

Course Instructors: Dominic Travis DVM, MS (Datravis@umn.edu), Meggan Craft PhD (craft@umn.edu)

Dr. Travis was previously Vice President of Conservation and Science at the Lincoln Park Zoo and has spent the vast amount of his professional life teaching and conducting ecosystem health research around the world. He is very involved in studying the risk of disease spread between non-human primates and people, such as the evolution of HIV from its precursor in chimpanzees and monkeys (SIV). Dr. Craft is an ecologist and has spent extensive time in Africa studying disease ecology issues such as canine distemper and rabies virus in carnivores of the Serengeti and now leads a project aimed at understanding the impact of anthrax on hippos, cattle and humans in Uganda. Both instructors bring a wealth of experience and passion relating to problems affecting the health and biodiversity of animals, humans and the environment.

 The application deadline for the Minnesota Law Early Admission Program (MLEAP) is June 1, 2013. Benefits of applying through MLEAP:

• Applicants are not required to take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT).
• The admissions committee will consider ACT or SAT scores and U of MN undergraduate GPA along with the other application materials.
• Applicants are automatically considered for scholarships when they apply through MLEAP.
• Scholarships range from $5,000 - full tuition.
• Applicants may have the opportunity to interview with the admissions committee.
• Interviews take place in July, in person or by phone.
• This early admission program for MN Law is only available to current U of MN students.
• Applicants receive an admissions decision one full year before starting law school.

The Minnesota International Center is sponsoring a presentation by world-renowned diplomat and humanitarian, Lloyd Axworthy, on May 21st at Cowles Auditorium on the U's West Bank. They are offering complimentary passes to any interested MLK students and their guests. Interested students should email Sean Donovan at mic@umn.edu.

Humanitarian Intervention
WHEN: Tuesday, May 21; registration 3:30 P; program 4:00 - 5:30 P
WHERE: Cowles Auditorium, Humphrey School of Public Affairs, 301 19th Avenue S, Minneapolis
COST: MIC members, students and cosponsors $5; Non-members $15
Advance registration requested

Cosponsors: Advocates for Human Rights;
Center for Victims of Torture; Interdisciplinary Center for the Study of Global Change; Nonviolent Peaceforce; University of Minnesota Human Rights Program; World without Genocide

The U.S. government is frequently called upon with requests for humanitarian intervention by foreign governments, the international NGO community, and various other groups. As such, many are calling for the U.S. to adopt a "responsibility to protect" doctrine. "R2P", as it has come to be known, raises serious questions about intervention on strictly humanitarian grounds: Is it legal? What are the ethics of using military force in response to human right violations? When and who should intervene? And finally, is it even effective?

On May 21, join the Minnesota International Center for a discussion attempting to answer some of these questions with one of the world's leading experts on humanitarian intervention, Dr. Lloyd Axworthy.

Speaker Biography
Dr. Axworthy's political career in Canada spanned 27 years, six of which he served in the Manitoba Legislative Assembly and over two decades in the Federal Parliament. He has held several Cabinet positions, including a four year tenure as Minister of Foreign Affairs during which he helped to establish the 1997 Mine Ban Treaty and the International Criminal Court in 1998. Upon leaving public office, Dr. Axworthy served as Director and CEO of the Liu Institute for Global Issues at the University of British Columbia before his appointment as The University of Winnipeg's President and Vice-Chancellor in 2004. Humanitarian Intervention

The Office for Equity and Diversity is accepting applications for the Huntley House Peer Mentor for the Fall 2013 / Spring 2014 Academic Year. Information on the Huntley House can be found at: http://aaas.umn.edu/ugrad/huntleyhouse.html.

The Peer Mentor position is a great opportunity for leadership, professional and personal development. The priority application deadline is May 24, 2013, the final deadline is June 7, 2013.

Review the peer mentor job description here.

To apply, please fill out an online application and submit a resume to Patrick Troup via email at troup007@umn.edu.

Adjusting to a new cultural environment can be exciting and challenging. New international students at the University of Minnesota often have a lot of questions and concerns during their first weeks on campus. The International Buddy Program (IBP) eases the transition, with current undergraduate students helping new international undergraduate students.

Why become a mentor?

Go to the International Student and Scholar Services website at www.isss.umn.edu/programs/Interbuddy for more information.

Questions? Email us at IBP@umn.edu

Hurry! Applicants will be reviewed as they are received.

NOW HIRING: 2013 GRADS!
Tuesday, May 7, 2013
2:00 - 4:00pm
Carlson School Atrium
Cost: FREE
Registration encouraged via GoldPASS
Seniors, attend this event to meet and connect with 20+ employers who are looking to hire University of Minnesota seniors and recent graduates! This event is open to ALL graduating seniors from the U of M Twin Cities. At this event, connect with employers from a wide range of industries who have open positions with their organizations. Now Hiring: 2013 Grads! provides University of Minnesota graduating seniors the opportunity to gain personal connections, explore job opportunities, and learn creative job search strategies directly from employers.
This free event is for the Twin Cities campus only and is not a job fair. Business casual attire is required. Refreshments provided by The Cookie Cart and door prizes available.

For more information on resumes, job searching, upcoming events, and how to prepare for this event, visit your career center.

For more information about this event, search the 'Career Events' section on GoldPASS.

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SAVE THE DATE: CLA INTERNSHIP FAIR
Friday, September 27, 2013
10:00am - 2:00pm
Mississippi Room, Coffman Memorial Union
Cost: FREE
Registration will open in July!
Are you considering an internship before you graduate? Attend this event to explore internship opportunities with a wide-variety of employers. Employers at this event will have many diverse internships available in the for-profit, non-profit and government sectors. This event is also an opportunity to develop your networking skills and to get advice about internships and full-time professional work.

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CLA CAREER SERVICES AND GOLDPASS
Please note: CLA Career Services is OPEN during the summer months.
Take advantage of the resources available through CLA Career Services including: resume and cover letter critiques; practice interviews, and job search advising. Services are available to all CLA students up to one year after graduating from the U of M. SUMMER HOURS: The Resource Room is open Monday - Friday (no appointment necessary) 8:00am - 4:30pm. Summer Peer Advising Hours are Monday - Friday (no appointment necessary) 10:00am - 3:00pm.

Check GoldPASS for jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities. GoldPASS is exclusively for U of M students and alumni and contains thousands of listings.

Questions? Contact CLA Career Services at 612-624-7577

The Carol E. Macpherson Memorial Scholarship was established in Carol's memory to assist women students who are 28-years-old and over in returning to school and completing their education at the University. (Learn more about the history of the Macpherson Scholarship.) Application deadline: 4:30 p.m., June 7, 2013 for the 2013-14 academic year.

The Dr. Nancy "Rusty" Barceló Scholarship (formerly the Alumnae Society Scholarship) assists University of Minnesota women students with financial need in completing their education at the University, with a special focus on women students of color, new immigrants, and first generation college students. Application deadline: 4:30 p.m., June 7, 2013 for the 2013-14 academic year.

Questions? Contact the Women's Center at women@umn.edu or 612-625-9837

On-campus interviews are open to CLA students seeking full-time jobs after graduation or full-time summer 2013 internships. Each semester we host local and national companies, both for-profit and non-profit, of all sizes. Check often as new schedules are added regularly! For more information visit: http://www.clacareer.umn.edu/OCR/index.html.

SCHEDULES WITH DEADLINES APPROACHING:

OFFICE OF MINNESOTA ATTORNEY GENERAL LORI SWANSON
Consumer Analyst
Deadline to apply: April 28th @ 11:59pm

Friday, April 26, 2013
4:00pm
110 Heller Hall
Cost: FREE
No registration required
The Learning Abroad Center is hosting an information session on Teaching English Abroad after graduation. The information session will include information and resources for learning about teaching opportunities abroad and how to go about searching for positions. There will be a great group of panelists that have taught all over the globe on various types of programs. Please promote to interested students!

For any questions please contact Lindsey Lahr at lahr0039@umn.edu or 612.625.8827.

Pathways Programs Informational Session for Students and Recent Graduates
Thursday, April 25, 2013
Time - 1:00 - 2:00pm - pm Central Time

Please register for this online session at http://pathwaysinformsession.eventbrite.com

Please join the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) for an informational session on the Pathways Programs. This session is intended for students, recent graduates, and college career experts. It will focus on the Pathways Internship, Recent Graduates and Presidential Management Fellows Programs, and will also include discussion of the importance of Federal service and career opportunities. There will be a panel of speakers present to discuss their experiences working for the Federal Government. Feel free to distribute to applicable students, recent graduates and career experts.

We look forward to your participation on the 25th!