Advise Me Weekly: Front Page News

SYNC: Career/Academic Peer Advising
Mondays
G150 Angell Hall
Are you a first or second year student thinking about choosing a major or exploring career options? Now, you can meet with a Career Center Peer Advisor AND an Academic Peer Advisor at the same time! SYNC appointments are held on Mondays from 3-5pm at the PAAO office in Angell Hall.  Schedule your SYNC appointment by calling 764-7460!

BBA Essay Session
Monday Feb 2
Ross School of Business
Online registration is open for the following BBA Essay Session dates: February 2nd and 4th.  Prospective BBA applicants should plan to attend one of these sessions.

International volunteering:  What you should know before you go
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
6:30-8:30
4448 East Hall
This workshop will feature a panel discussion with studentswho have volunteered abroad. They will discuss their experiences and will cover topics such as finding or creating a good program, maintaining strong mutual relationships with the host site, managing language and cultural barriers, and how to market the experience when you return, .  The panel will be followed by a resource fair featuring campus resources to assist you in volunteering abroad, including information on programs, and funding opportunities.. To register for this workshop, visit http://uuis.umich.edu/workshop2/workshopdet.cfm?wid=268 Sponsored by the Ginsberg Center, International Center and the Career Center.  For a full listing of workshops for the semester, see http://ginsberg.umich.edu. 

Summer Academic Peer Advisor Information Session
Wednesday Feb 4
7-8pm
G239/243 Angell Hall
Great Leadership Opportunity! Welcome first-year students, introduce them to the academic aspects of life at UM, and assist them with Registration.Work with LSA Academic Advisors. Training provided.Earn $3300, plus room & board in S. Quad for the summer (May 18-Aug7). Applications due Feb 20th 4pm. Applications available at the Advising Office or www.umich.edu/~paao

Housing Fair 2009
Wednesday, Feb 4
12-4:30pm
Michigan Union (2nd floor)
This event will provide students the opportunity to learn about the many housing options, both on- and off-campus, available for 2009. Area landlords and representatives of University Housing's Residence Halls and Nortwood Community Apartments will be present to give information and answer students' questions. Other housing options, such as the ICC Co- ops, Martha Cook Residence Hall and HomeShare will be participating, as well as rental services, vendors and City of Ann Arbor services.

 

Resume Writing Workshop
Wednesday, Feb 4
Career Center (3003 Student Activites Building)
Attend this workshop to learn the skills and tools you can use to write an effective resume! If you already have a resume, please bring it with you.

 

BBA Essay Session
Wednesday Feb 4
4pm
Ross School of Business
Online registration is open for the following BBA Essay Session dates: February 2nd and 4th.  Prospective BBA applicants should plan to attend one of these sessions.

M-Teach Information Session
Thursday February 5
6-7pm
School of Education, Rm 2302 (map)
Interested in learning more about teacher certification options at the University of Michigan?  Join us at one of our M-Teach Information Sessions.

UROP Summer Fellowships Deadline
Friday Feb 6
UROP sponsors several Summer Research Fellowship Programs designed for University of Michigan undergraduate students seeking an intense research experience in traditional laboratory settings and in the community. These fellowship provides students with the chance to undertake and complete individual research projects; learn firsthand about the life of an academic researcher; think about academic and post graduate careers; and develop strong mentor relationships. To learn more, go to  http://www.lsa.umich.edu/urop/summer/fellowship

Michigan in Washington Poster Session
Monday, January 26
4-5:30on
Eldersveld Room (5670 Haven)
Fall 2008 MIW students will present their research conducted during their semester in Washington, and answer questions about their experiences. Please stop by and see what these impressive students accomplished while working in the nation's capital. This is a great opportunity to talk to students individually about their internships, the classes they choose, the field trips and other aspects of the Washington experience. The deadline for applications for MIW’s Fall Semester 2009 is FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6.

Microfinance
Monday, January 26th
7 - 9 PM
Michigan Room, Michigan League
What is microfinance? How can microfinance be used to build sustainable programs? How does the global financial crisis impact microfinance providers and the microentrepreneurs they serve? Deborah Burand, JD, University of Michigan Law School faculty member will examine how the global financial crisis has trickled down to those working and living at the base of the economic pyramid, and those trying to provide needed financial services to this segment of the world's population. Hosted by Project Shikkha: Education First Work Later & the Bengali Students' Association. RSVP http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=home#/event.php?eid=61248761140&ref=mf or newaja@umich.edu

SYNC: Career/Academic Peer Advising
G150 Angell Hall
Are you a first or second year student thinking about choosing a major or exploring career options? Now, you can meet with a Career Center Peer Advisor AND an Academic Peer Advisor at the same time! SYNC appointments are held on Mondays from 3-5pm at the PAAO office in Angell Hall.  Schedule your SYNC appointment by calling 764-7460!

Public Health Leadership to Improve the Health of Young People
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
10:00 am–4:30 pm
Michigan League, Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre
Marian Wright Edelman Founder and President, Children's Defense Fund, M. Joycelyn Elders, MD, MS 15th Surgeon General of the United States, David Satcher, MD, PhD 16th Surgeon General of the United States. Register (and more information) here http://practice.sph.umich.edu/practice/symposium.php

Learning from the Community - Working with Detroit nonprofits
Tuesday, Jan 27
6:30-8:30pm
East Hall 4448
The workshop will provide information to students who are doing youth work, organizational support, and program planning with nonprofits in Detroit. To register for this workshop, visit http://uuis.umich.edu/workshop2/workshopdet.cfm?wid=261 Sponsored by the Ginsberg Center.

Romance Languages Peer Study Abroad Forum
Wednesday January 28, 2009
4-6pm, 4th Fl Commons, Modern Languages Building
Students get the opportunity to learn about UM and non-UM study abroad programs from their peers. Panelists talk about their program and experiences and then answer questions. This is a wonderful opportunity for students to learn more about study abroad from students who have experienced it.

Martin Luther King Jr. Symposium
Keynote speech by Julian Bond
Monday, January 19
10am
Hill Auditorium
From his student days to his current Chairmanship of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), Julian Bond has been an active participant in the movements for civil rights and economic justice. As an activist who has faced jail for his convictions, as a veteran of more than 20 years service in the Georgia General Assembly, a university professor and a writer, he has been on the cutting edge of social change since 1960. For more events, please see http://www.mlksymposium.umich.edu/index.php

BBA Essay Sessions
Tuesday January 20th, and Thursday 22nd.
4pm
Online registration is open for the following BBA Essay Session dates (see hyperlinks above). Prospective BBA applicants should plan to attend one of these sessions.

Wednesday

Multicultural Career Fair
Wednesday, January 21
2pm - 6pm
Michigan Union
http://www.careercenter.umich.edu/events/fairsevents/mcf.html
The Multicultural Career Fair is a great way to connect with employers right here on campus! Typically, 60-65 organizations and over 800 students participate in the Fair.

Bilal's Stand
Wednesday, January 21
4pm-5:45pm
Natural Science Auditorium
High school senior, Bilal, introduces you to Detroit through his eyes as he struggles with the weight of being next in line to run his family's 60 year old Taxi Stand. But after secretly submitting a college application, and starting the art of  ice carving in order to win a scholarship, he must decide if he'll continue working at the Stand or carve out his own destiny. The film addresses issues that many inner city youth face in regards to peer pressure, unequal education, race, class, religion, and the notion of "selling out". http://www.bilalsstand.com. Free presentation, as part of MLK symposium events!

The film was produced as the pilot film for the Student EFEX (Encouraging the Filmmaking Experience) Program, a new community film project and course created by University of Michigan students, faculty, and staff in collaboration with Beyond Blue Productions.

Internship Fair
Thursday January 22
12:00noon - 4:00 pm
Michigan Union
http://www.careercenter.umich.edu/events/fairsevents/internshipfair.htmlThe Internship Fair is a great way to connect with employers right here on campus! Typically, 30-40 organizations and 1000 students participate in the Fair.

“The Business of Baseball”
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Doors open at 12:45pm, Program begins at 1:15 pm
Rackham Graduate School Building, 4th Floor Amphitheatre
Seating is limited and will be assigned on a first come basis

Featuring Tigers players, coaches and front office executives and will include panel presentations and Q&A opportunities on the following:

• Players and coaches discussing community, media relations, physical training, and other aspects of the business, and
• Front office personnel discussing their positions within the Tigers organization and how they support the team (HR, Ticket Sales, Community Relations, Media, Athletic Training, and others)

Student resumes will be collected at door to be reviewed for internships positions.

M-Teach Information Session
Thursday, January 22
6-7pm
School of Education, Rm 2302 (map)
Interested in learning more about teacher certification options at the University of Michigan?  Join us at one of our M-Teach Information Sessions.

CIA Careers Information Session
Thursday, January 22, 2009
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Michigan Union – Kuenzel room
Agency representatives will cover a broad range of topics to include the Agency mission, potential career opportunities, overview of the security and medical screening process, and other employment information.  Please bring your resume! While the information session is open to ALL students, we are eager in meeting students who will be entering the workforce within the coming year.  We will also be hosting on-campus interviews the next day (by invitation only).  We highly encourage you to attend our information session as it may lead to an interview with one of our recruiters. 

Saturday

Attend the University of Michigan Pre-Health Conference
Saturday, January 24, 2009
10:00am - 3:30pm
Palmer Commons
The 2009 University of Michigan Pre-Health Conference will offer you a Prescription for Success! to help you begin, continue or reignite your personal pre-health journey. There will be workshops, opportunities to practice your interviewing skills, and a chance to learn what admissions officers look for in a competitive applicant. Each workshop, presented by experts in the field, is designed to give you the tools and tips to further accomplish your goal and realize your professional dream. Dr. Steven Gay, our keynote speaker, will start the day with a motivational and inspirational address. So please, mark your calendars and join us for a day of information, mentorship and fun!!Lunch and refreshments will be provided Free!

Register for the conference by Monday, January 19th at:
https://www-a1.lsa.umich.edu/lrc_conf/app/DisplaySession.asp?sessionid=2176

Michigan in Washington Information Session
Monday, January 12
5:15-6:45pm
Eldersveld Rm (5670 Haven)
Michigan in Washington invites highly motivated students in any concentration who would like to study and work in the nation's capital to apply to the program.  This includes students in humanities, social science and science as well as undergraduate students from UM professional schools.  Applicants should have at least sophomore standing. The deadline for applications for MIW’s Fall Semester 2009 is FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6. You will find an application at the following link. http://www.lsa.umich.edu/UMICH/MichInWash/Home/MIWappW09.pdf

Resume Review Nights
Monday 1/12, Tuesday 1/13, Thursday 1/14, and Friday 1/15
5-8pm (by appointment)
Sign up for a resume critique by calling The Career Center at 764-7460.  Choose between meeting with Career Center Staff or an employer -  your choice!  Participating employers include Capitol One, Deloitte, Google, Progressive, and Target Stores.

UMS Half-Price Student Ticket Sale
Monday January 12 (and Tuesday January 13)
8am-5pm
At the beginning of each semester, UMS sets aside a certain number of tickets for each event that college students can purchase for 50% off in a special online sale! http://www.ums.org/students

The Global Scholars Program
Tuesday January 13
5-6pm
Michigan Union (Parker Room)
UofM’s 10th Michigan Learning Community! The Global Scholars Program announces it is taking applications for its first year as a living learning community. http://www.lsa.umich.edu/globalscholars

WinterFest - Student Recruitment Fair
Tuesday January 13th
4-8pm
Michigan Union (2nd Floor)
Winter student involvement fair hosted by Student Activities & Leadership with participants from hundreds of student organizations and University offices, departments, and units. Whether you want to "Get Involved" or connect with resources on-campus, WinterFest is an excellent opportunity to start the year off right. Performances, Food, Giveaways, and Prizes are an essential part of the evening!

Ford School B.A. Program Information Session
Wednesday, January 14
6pm - 7pm, Weill Hall
Annenberg Auditorium, 1120
We invite you to attend our upcoming information sessions about the Ford School B.A.Professor John Chamberlin, faculty director of the undergraduate program, will describe the degree program and will be available to answer questions. The Ford School B.A. is a junior/senior program. The application deadline is February 1st. www.fordschool.umich.edu/undergrad

BBA Essay Sessions
January14th, 20th, and 22nd.
4pm
Online registration is open for the following BBA Essay Session dates. Prospective BBA applicants should plan to attend one of these sessions.

Summer Study Abroad Fair
Wednesday January 14th
3-5pm
Michigan Union (Pendelton Room)
University of Michigan undergraduate students can learn about OIP’s 20+ Spring & Summer Programs in places such as China, Ireland, and Spain as well as learn about other U-M study abroad opportunities. Study abroad program alumni, OIP Advisors, and representatives from other U-M departments will have information and be available for questions. Please join us!

Thursday

Organizational Studies Information Night
Thursday, January 8, 2009
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Dennison 130
Organizational Studies program faculty, staff, and students will discuss the curriculum requirements, pre-requisites for application and application process, and other opportunities offered in the OS program. Deadline for application is January 12, 2009!

School of Education M-Teach Information Night
Thursday, January 8
6-7pm
2302 School of Education Building
Learn more about the different certification options and the application process for SOE programs! http://www.soe.umich.edu/mteachinfo/index.html

Friday

Nursing Sophomore Transfer Information Session
Friday, January 9th (another one on Tuesday, January 20th)
Time and location given after RSVP
To provide prospective students with program, prerequisite & admission information, the School of Nursing Office of Student, Academic & Multicultural Services (OSAMS) regularly hosts Information Sessions.  Please complete this brief form to indicate the session you would like to attend.  Once the RSVP form is submitted, you will receive a confirmation e-mail with session information & directions to the School of Nursing.

Summer Jobs and Internships Abroad
Friday Jan 9
12:30-2pm
Michigan Union, Kuenzel Room
Are you interested in an internship ABROAD this summer?  The time to apply is now! To find out more, come to our panel presentation which will feature the following internship & work abroad programs:
CDS UM Summer Internships in Germany, Undergraduate Internships in France, Turkey, Morocco, Malaysia & Indonesia, UM Summer Undergraduate Fellowship in South Asia (India), IAESTE-Michigan (Paid engineering, science and architecture internships worldwide), CDS Schott Summer Internships in Germany, EMGIP Fellowship in Germany, AIESEC-Michigan (usually paid internships in business, development, teaching English worldwide), CDS Argentina Internship, CDS Spain Internships, BUNAC (Work in Ireland, France, Canada, Australia & New Zealand). Cosponsored by the Career Center and International Center.

Michigan in Washington Information Session
Monday, January 12
5:15-6:45pm
Eldersveld Rm (5670 Haven)
Michigan in Washington invites highly motivated students in any concentration who would like to study and work in the nation's capital to apply to the program.  This includes students in humanities, social science and science as well as undergraduate students from UM professional schools.  Applicants should have at least sophomore standing. The deadline for applications for MIW’s Fall Semester 2009 is FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6. You will find an application at the following link. http://www.lsa.umich.edu/UMICH/MichInWash/Home/MIWappW09.pdf

Resume Review Nights
Monday 1/12, Tuesday 1/13, Thursday 1/14, and Friday 1/15
5-8pm (by appointment)
Sign up for a resume critique by calling The Career Center at 764-7460.  Choose between meeting with Career Center Staff or an employer -  your choice!  Participating employers include Capitol One, Deloitte, Google, Progressive, and Target Stores.

UMS Half-Price Student Ticket Sale
Monday January 12 (and Tuesday January 13)
8am-5pm
At the beginning of each semester, UMS sets aside a certain number of tickets for each event that college students can purchase for 50% off in a special online sale! http://www.ums.org/students

The Global Scholars Program
Tuesday January 13
5-6pm
Michigan Union (Parker Room)
UofM’s 10th Michigan Learning Community! The Global Scholars Program announces it is taking applications for its first year as a living learning community. http://www.lsa.umich.edu/globalscholars

WinterFest - Student Recruitment Fair
Tuesday January 13th
4-8pm
Michigan Union (2nd Floor)
Winter student involvement fair hosted by Student Activities & Leadership with participants from hundreds of student organizations and University offices, departments, and units. Whether you want to "Get Involved" or connect with resources on-campus, WinterFest is an excellent opportunity to start the year off right. Performances, Food, Giveaways, and Prizes are an essential part of the evening!

Wednesday (next week)

Summer Study Abroad Fair
Wednesday January 14th
3-5pm
Michigan Union (Pendelton Room)
This Fair caters to those students interested in studying abroad during the spring or summer terms. The majority of the deadlines for these programs approached quickly after the start of the new term.