February 2013 Archives

Come to an info session to learn more about HECUA's dynamic, off campus study programs focused on the environment and sustainable food (see program descriptions below)! Coffee, tea, and treats will be served!

Monday, March 4th
5:30-6:30 PM
Social Sciences Building, West Bank, Room 609

OR

Tuesday, March 5th
11 AM-12 PM
St Paul Student Center, Room 110

ID 3564 -- Environment and Agriculture: Sustainable Food Systems
-May-Term (May 15th to June 9th, 2013)
-4 credits (plus optional 2 credit internship...ID 3565)
-fulfills the Environment Theme
This field-based course provides a comprehensive overview of the Minnesota food system. Students learn from local activists, farmers, and policy makers, while visiting community supported agriculture (CSA) farms, meat-packing plants, creamery operations, and industrial farms. The course provides a strong theoretical and practical background which enables students to analyze the environmental, economic, political, social and cultural issues that define modern farming. Go to https://hecua.org/enviro for an overview of the program including a recent syllabus. Or email Marissa, the program's student adviser, at enviroag.hecua@gmail.com. The application deadline for this May-Term program is April 15th, 2013.

ID 3591, 3592, 3593, & 3594 -- Environmental Sustainability: Science, Public Policy, and Community Action
-Fall Semester
-16 credits (full-time, off-campus, semester program)
-fulfills these LEs: Biological Science with Lab core, Social Sciences core, Civic Life and Ethics theme, Environment theme
The Environmental Sustainability program is experiential, combining academic classroom work with hands-on experience in the community through internships. In the semester-long ES program, you learn about all aspects of environmental sustainability, from farming and food to environmental justice, conservation, climate change, and energy. You'll find that this environmental movement goes beyond recycling and shopping at the co-op to what you can do now as a student to make real change! Throughout the semester we take various trips around greater Minnesota and learn by seeing and doing from real world people. Visit https://hecua.org/es_mn to learn more the program and to see some of the potential internships. Or email Katy, the program's student adviser, at es.hecua@gmail.com. The application deadline for this Fall Semester program is April 15th, 2013.

These programs are offered by HECUA, the Higher Education Consortium for Urban Affairs, a non-profit organization based in St. Paul, MN that offers unique experiential education programs both domestically and abroad. These programs focus on issues affecting our local and global communities. At the U of M, they are offered in partnership with the Community Service-Learning Center. Visit www.offcampusstudy.umn.edu for information on all of HECUA's programs.

The University Student Legal Services, Mock Trial Association, CLA Career Services and the Pre-Law Society are proud to present the 15th Annual Careers in Law Forum.

The event will be located in the Willey Hall Atrium from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., on Wednesday, March 6th. No registration required.

This year's participants include more than 50 exhibitors from a number of prominent government agencies, nonprofits, criminal justice organizations, several political offices, and a dozen law schools. Learn first hand about graduate school options, related volunteer and internship experiences, and professions in the local legal community. This event is not just for those considering law school- it features opportunities for a variety of academic disciplines in law-related fields. New this year, giveaways and treats will be offered throughout the event. Please join us for the Careers in Law Forum- It's all here!

More details here, and Facebook event page here.

MLK student Carolina Margaria asked us to pass along this opportunity to become a Store Management Intern with Kohl's this summer. Carolina says, "I did the internship last summer and it was a great experience, it taught me a lot about leadership and what it takes to run a business. I think this is a great opportunity for CLA majors that are interested in business or working with people. Kohl's accepts all majors and they are really looking for students that love to work with people in a fast paced environment."

Attend the information session next Wednesday, March 6th, from 6 pm-8 pm in 518/520 STSS to learn more. Interested students may also apply for an on-campus interview for this position through GoldPASS.

If you are unable to attend the info session but have questions about the internship, Carolina would be happy to answer your questions if you contact her at marga015@umn.edu.

The Resume Doctor is in!
- Get your resume reviewed by experienced CLA Career Services staff
- Prepare for the U of M Job and Internship Fair later this month

Resume Doctor HOURS:
Tuesday, February 12, 2013
MLK office - 33 Appleby
10:30 am-12:30 pm

Brought to you by MLK and CLA Career Services

Join us each month for Fresh Start Mondays, Media Matters Wednesdays, and Freestyle Fridays.

Fresh Start Mondays
Have a case of the Mondays? Get a fresh start with workshops designed to help you with time management, planning for summer internships, stress reduction, and more: 2/18, 3/25, and 4/22. Join us and MCAE's Annette Kavanaugh on Feb. 18 to learn more about maximizing your time and organizing your schedule - 3 pm in 41 Appleby.

Media Matters Wednesdays
We will screen films throughout the day focusing on the intersection of media, pop culture, and social justice. Join us in the MLK space between 8am-5:30pm on
2/20, 3/27, and 4/24 to share conversation and popcorn.
Screening on Feb. 20th:
Class Dismissed · Hip Hop Beyond Beats & Rhymes · Bamboozled · The Mean World Syndrome · Generation M

Freestyle Fridays
An ongoing series of open forums designed to give MLK students a space to share their voices, questions, concerns, and experiences related to being a student at the University of Minnesota. Lunch provided, 12-1pm in 41 Appleby.
Join us on 2/22, 3/29, and 4/26.

All workshops are held at the University International Center (UIC) Rm 101. UIC is located at 331 17th Ave SE.

Targeting your resume and cover letter for career success: Feb 13 from 2pm-3:15pm with Sara Newberg

Effective Interviewing: Tell Your International Stories: March 13 from 2pm-3:15pm with Maggie Kubak

Branding and Networking Your Way to Career Success: April 10 from 2pm-3:15pm with Darren Kaltved

Further information and resources available at: http://www.umabroad.umn.edu/students/process/reentry/workshop.php

Contact Lindsey Lahr (lahr0039@umn.edu) with any questions.

Thursday, February 14, 2013
2:30-3:30pm in 214 Heller Hall

Friday, February 22, 2013
2:00-3:00pm in 214 Heller Hall

*Applicants must be Pell Grant-eligible (check your eFAAN to confirm)

Awards of up to $8000 are available for summer, semester and year programs.

Application deadline for summer 2013, fall 2013and academic year 2013-14 is March 5, 2013.

The info sessions will cover eligibility requirements scholarships, application process, tips for applying, and additional resources.

Registration not required.

More info about this scholarship can be found at:
http://www.iie.org/en/gilman

Contact thuydoan@umn.edu or 612.626.8686 for questions.

Willey Hall Atrium from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, March 6th

This year's participants include more than 50 exhibitors from a number of prominent government agencies, nonprofits, criminal justice organizations, several political offices, and a dozen law schools. Learn first hand about graduate school options, related volunteer and internship experiences, and professions in the local legal community. This event is not just for those considering law school- it features opportunities for a variety of academic disciplines in law-related fields. New this year, giveaways and treats will be offered throughout the event.
Please join us for the Careers in Law Forum!!

Brought to you by: The University Student Legal Services, Mock Trial Association, CLA Career Services and the Pre-Law Society

Thursday, February 14, 2013
2:30-3:30 in 214 Heller Hall

Friday, February 22, 2013
2:00-3:00 in 214 Heller Hall

*Applicants must be Pell Grant-eligible (check your eFAAN to confirm)
Awards of up to $8000 are available for summer, semester and year programs.

The info sessions will cover eligibility requirements scholarships, application process, tips for applying, and additional resources.

Registration not required.
More info about this scholarship can be found at: http://www.iie.org/en/gilman
Contact thuydoan@umn.edu or 612.626.8686 for questions.

Full workshop descriptions and registration information can be found here: http://www.strengths.umn.edu/events

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What: Drop in hours to get tips for career fair success, ask questions from career services staff, and get your resume reviewed
When: Friday, Feb. 8 from 2:00-4:00pm in 141 Appleby Hall
Why: To get ready for the U of M Job Fair (Friday, Feb. 22nd 10am-4pm at the Minneapolis Convention Center: www.umjobfair.org). 84% of employers who recruit students at the U of M reported that they hire students from career fairs

The Business Association of Multicultural Students (BAM) is hosting a Platinum Fast Track event this Thursday. Looking to learn more about and network with BAM's corporate sponsors in a casual setting? This is a great opportunity to participate in while networking with sponsors. The event will be a round robin style setting, in which members will rotate from table to table with presentations on various professional development themes. The event is open to all members and non-members, so be sure to arrive at 5pm on Thursday, February 7th at the Carlson Private Dining Room to secure a spot.

If you have any questions, please email bam@umn.edu!

Tuesday, February 12, 2-3 p.m., 110 Heller Hall, West Bank

The International Undergraduate Research Opportunities (UROP) Scholarship is designed to promote learning abroad opportunities to undergraduate students by providing critical funding to students enrolled in select credit-bearing learning abroad programs involving a research project. The learning abroad program must be a semester or academic year in length involving a minimum of 100 hours dedicated to research that occurs onsite.

For more information: http://www.umabroad.umn.edu/students/finances/scholarships/urop-scholarship.php

Funding is provided by the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP), Learning Abroad Center (LAC), and the Office of Undergraduate Education.