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The Engage Change Dispatch
February 2012 Edition
Academic Updates
Important Dates
February 15 – Summer 2012 registration begins
February 29 – Session B classes begin
March 1 – Last day to add/drop Session B class without college
approval
March 1 – Fall 2012 enrollment appointments begin
March 6 – 100% Refund Deadline for Session B classes
March 18-25 – Spring Break!
March 20 – Course Withdrawal Deadline for Session B classes
March 28 - Course Withdrawal Deadline for Session C classes
BIS 401/402 reminders
BIS 401 Students must apply for acceptance of their
internship or research paper. After approval, the college registers the student for the class.
BIS 402 Students must have a grade posted of C or
better in BIS 301, and have BIS 302 completed or in progress to register for BIS 402. There is a guarantee that students can take BIS 402 in their final semester, even if all sections are full (though addition to a full BIS 402 section won’t be cleared if there are other section options).
Student Success
Graduate School Test Preparation
GRE Free Practice Test Saturday, March 3, 10:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Location: Classroom/Lab/Computer Classroom Room 113 Campus: West RSVP: Email the event name and date, along with your name, address, and phone number, to [email protected] (put "ASU EGSS Registration" in the subject line), or RSVP by phone at 1-800-273-8439 ext. 5219. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Math Boot Camp for the GRE & GMAT Saturday, March 10, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00p.m. Location: University Center (UCENT), Room 279 Campus: Downtown This session is devoted to the basic math that is tested on the GRE and GMAT. The point of the session is cover the math concepts that most students have forgotten or not practiced in many years. Topics include integers, even and odd numbers, properties of zero, positive and negative numbers, absolute value, and more. RSVP: Email the event name and date, along with your name, address, and phone number, to [email protected] (put "ASU EGSS Registration" in the subject line), or RSVP by phone at 1-800 273-8439 ext. 5219. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ LSAT Free Practice Test Saturday, March 24, 9:00a.m. - 1:00p.m. Discovery Hall (DISCVRY), Room 181 Campus: Tempe Planning on taking the LSAT for law school? Sign up to take a free practice test. Then join the Princeton Review for a follow-up Test Strategy session (mandatory) and see what your scores mean and how you can improve. RSVP by Phone: 480-965-4102 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Preparing for the GMAT Tuesday, March 27, 2012 6:00p.m.-7:30p.m. Classroom/Lab/Computer Classroom (CLCC), Room L1-74 Campus: West
The ASU Graduate College and the Princeton Review offer these FREE workshops that will focus on general and problem-specific strategies for the GMAT. This seminar will introduce you to the GMAT and provides you with the tools and resources to prepare for the GMAT. An experienced instructor will present and work through sample problems representative of the various question types, and discuss useful strategies. RSVP by Phone: 480-965-4102
CSRC UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH FELLOWS PROGRAM – Fall 2012
DEADLINE: MARCH 1, 2012, 5:00 pm As part of the Center's mission to serve as a research hub that fosters
exchange and collaboration across the university, the undergraduate research fellows program focuses on providing a rich interdisciplinary atmosphere for student development. The Center is seeking eight to ten highly motivated undergraduate students to participate in its Fall 2012 Undergraduate Research Fellows Program.
Students accepted into the program will have an opportunity to work directly
with a faculty mentor on current research projects involving religion and conflict, meet with visiting scholars and attend special lectures, compete for research, travel and conference funds, and qualify for three credit hours and a scholarship of $1000. (Minimum GPA 3.5)
Program Description and applications are available here: http://csrc.asu.edu/news/now-accepting-applications-2012-2013-undergraduate-fellows-program
FRIENDS OF THE CENTER UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE STUDENT AWARDS
DEADLINE: MARCH 15, 2012, 12:00 pm
We are very pleased to announce a new scholarship opportunity for research/travel funds up to $2,500. The awards are designed to deepen student’s practical knowledge and understanding about religion, conflict and peace building through attendance at reputable, internationally-oriented peace building training programs or to support research activities that advance understanding of the intersections of religion and conflict.
These awards are made possible through the generous support of the Friends
of the Center, a group of private individuals committed to advancing the research and education mission of the Center. Undergraduate and graduate students are invited to apply for these awards for activities to be carried out in Summer 2012.
Program description and application: http://csrc.asu.edu/news/center-
announces-new-scholarship-fellowship-opportunity
Outside of the Classroom
Free Career Services Events
Interviewing & Professional Dress Webinar Tuesday, March 6, 2-3 p.m. http://students.asu.edu/career/careerwebinar How should you answer behavior-based questions? What is the difference between a panel style interview and group interview? What are the do's and don'ts of dressing for success? Learn about the latest trends in the world of interviewing and how to prepare to make the best impression visually and verbally. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Writing Effectively: The Art of Argument Wednesday, March 7, 2-4 p.m. Location: Memorial Union LaPaz Room 242 Campus: Tempe Much academic writing takes the form of argument. You begin with a claim and then set out to write in support or opposition depending upon the results of the research. This workshop will help you understand how to make a sound argument, as well as provide a background on different genres of argument and their application. Register: http://asu.edu/gcregistration ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 'Net-etiquette' Workshop Wednesday, March 14, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Location: Post Office Suite 110 Campus: Downtown Do you know how employers are using social networking sites to their advantage? Do you have a profile on Sun Devil CareerLink? What is your online presence really saying about you? Attend this workshop to learn how to professionally utilize sites such as LinkedIn, Sun Devil CareerLink, Twitter, and Facebook as well as understand the dos and don’ts of phone and email etiquette. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ How to Prepare for the Career Fair Workshop Monday, March 26, 12-1 p.m. Location: Post Office Suite 110 Campus: Downtown Improve your professional and networking skills while discovering what employers will look for at the Internship and Career Fair! Learn the answers to the following questions and many more: What is the best way to approach an employer at their booth? How many resumes should you bring? Should you place your nametag on your right or your left?
Internship & Career Fair
March 28, 11 a.m-2 p.m. Location: A. E. England Building, 424 N. Central Ave. Campus: Downtown Cost: Free to students and alumni. Attend the Internship & Career Fair at the Downtown Phoenix campus.
Find internships and job opportunities in a range of industries! From freshmen to alumni, this event is open for ALL and is a good place
to begin gathering information about your career and job options. Over 50 organizations from the nonprofit, government and corporate sectors will be present!
To view organizations and companies scheduled to attend, view Sun
Devil CareerLink at www.asu.edu/career. FREE for students, alumni and community members to attend. Bring your Sun Card, resumes and dress professionally.
In the Know: Health and Wellness
ASU Wellness Events
Safe Spring Break Send-off Fair Receive information about stress reduction, personal safety and responsible decision making. This event features safe spring break kits and campus wellness resources.
March 1, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Hayden Lawn, Tempe campus March 9, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Student Union, Polytechnic campus March 14, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Café West, West campus _______________________________________________________________________________________________ I Always Get Consent March 14, 6–8 p.m. Memorial Union, Arizona Ballroom, Tempe campus "I ALWAYS Get Consent!“ is a student-led, interactive dialogue about the definition of consent and how to truly prevent campus sexual assault. Free dinner will be served, followed by a panel discussion of campus and community sexual violence experts. The presentation will also be available for streaming online at live.asu.edu during the event. _____________________________________________________________________________________ Out of the Darkness Campus Walk March 31, 8–10a.m. (Check-in), 10a.m.–12p.m. (Walk begins and ends) Hayden Lawn, Tempe campus The Out of the Darkness Campus Walks are 3-5 mile walks taking place in communities across the country, with the proceeds benefitting the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). By walking in the Out of the Darkness Campus Walks, you will be walking with thousands of students nationwide to raise money for AFSP's vital research and education programs to prevent suicide and save lives. Learn more at http://afsp.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.eventDetails&eventID=1648
ASU Wellness Tips
Body Image – Did You Know? Most ASU students are pleased and accepting of their body shape, size, and appearance. 65.3% of ASU female students, 74% of ASU male students feel pleased/accepting when looking in the mirror to evaluate their body.
◦ Body image influences self-esteem. ◦ Throughout the lifespan, multiple factors influence body image. ◦ Preoccupation with food, weight and appearance harms health, relationships and personal
development. ◦ On campus help is available for body image and eating concerns. ◦ To increase body acceptance, unlearn body dissatisfaction.
Have a Safe and Healthy Spring Break 2012 Be smart, know your limits. 75.1% of ASU students have 0-4 drinks when they socialize.* If you engage in sexual activities, use protection and make sure there is mutual consent. Choose not to drink if you are underage, stressed or tired, driving, or need to be alert. Protect yourself from the sun. Use sunscreen, sunglasses and hats. Avoid tanning beds. Watch out for yourself and others. Stick together, keep each other safe.
For save travel information, go to www.travel.state.gov, search: spring break. On the ASU Wellness website,
learn more about how to have a safe and healthy spring break: https://students.asu.edu/wellness
ICA: Get In The Game!
In the Spotlight
Writing Opportunity With ASU
Superstition Review, the online literary magazine here at ASU is looking to grow the magazine by partnering with other schools outside of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, and they are looking for Interdisciplinary Studies students who would meet their needs. The magazine is particularly interested in reaching out to students studying business and English who would be interested in developing a business plan for Superstition Review. Contact the magazine at [email protected] or [email protected]
March closer to graduation!
