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The December edition of the School of Letters and Sciences' monthly newsletter
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The Engage Change Dispatch
December 2011 Edition
Academic Updates
Academic Calendar
December 6 ◦ Complete Withdrawal Deadline – Online & In Person For more
information on Complete Withdrawals, please contact the University Registrar's Office at [email protected]
◦ Last Day of Classes and Last Day to Process Transactions
December 8-14 ◦ Final Exams
December 14
◦ School of Letters and Sciences Convocation 7:30pm, Wells Fargo Arena
December 26-27, January 2 ◦ Holiday Break - University closed
Academic Updates
Please watch this short video about the 2012 academic calendar: http://vimeo.com/31206307
BGS Capstone Reminder: COM 494:
“Society and the Individual” is required for all Bachelor of General Studies students. This course should not be taken before 90 credit hours have been reached. If you need the course for the spring 2012 semester and it is full, please immediately email Kim Keck at [email protected]
Student Success
Mark Bowland Leadership Fund
The Mark Bowland Leadership Fund has been established to honor the life of Mark Bowland, a graduate of the Arizona State University College of Nursing and Health Innovation, Class of 1996. This award recognizes the contributions of young adult leaders and the indelible impact that their efforts have on the present and future. This half tuition scholarship shall provide financial assistance to an undergraduate student at ASU. Multiple recipients may be considered by the donors.
Minimum GPA: 3.25 Need-based: Yes (requires filing a FAFSA) Residency: Arizona resident or Non-Arizona resident Enrollment status: Full-time Academic level: Junior Campus: Tempe, Downtown Phoenix, Polytechnic, West Additional criteria: LGBTQA Services will organize a committee of student leaders and professionals in the
field of higher education to initially screen applicants. Finalists will be forwarded to donors for final selection. The selection of the recipient will be based on demonstration of leadership, financial need and academic merit (3.25 grade-point average). Applicants will be evaluated on their Application, Letters of Recommendation and academic transcript. This scholarship has the possibility of renewal for subsequent years, providing the recipient continues to meet the conditions of eligibility.
The Scholarship deadline is Tuesday, February 7, 2012.
For additional information - https://scholarships.asu.edu/scholarship/1861
Outside of the Classroom
Interesting Articles
Job Outlook: The Candidate Skills/Qualities Employers Want ◦ http://www.naceweb.org/s10262011/candidate_skil
ls_employer_qualities/
How to Think Creatively ◦ http://blogs.hbr.org/schwartz/2011/11/how-to-
think-creatively.html
Why So Many "Experts" Are Terrible Speakers: Top 5 Public Speaking Mistakes ◦ http://www.forbes.com/sites/kathycaprino/2011/11
/16/why-so-many-experts-are-terrible-speakers-top-5-public-speaking-mistakes/
Major Career Services Events
How Do I Successfully Interview to Get the Job? - Online Webinar December 1, 3 - 4 p.m.
Campus: Online Cost: Free to students and alumni
Practice makes perfect when it comes to interviewing! This workshop helps you sharpen your ability to communicate your professional accomplishments. You will also learn valuable follow-up strategies that encourage employers to remember you in a positive way. http://students.asu.edu/career/careerwebinar
Expand Your Brand-Networking 101 for College Students December 1, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Location: Academic Center Poly Career Preparation Center Room 110 Campus: Polytechnic Cost: Free to students and alumni
Wondering how to get noticed by a potential employer? Have you always wondered what to say in order to stand out from a crowd? This session will help you learn how to network and conduct yourself in front of employers. Spend real time with an industry recruiter and ask every question you’ve always wanted to know. Get real insider tips to land your next opportunity! Pizza and Door Prizes!
Job Search Guide for Future Teachers - Online Webinar December 6, 5 - 7 p.m.
Online Webinar Campus: Online Cost: Free to students and alumni
About to graduate with an Education degree? This 120 minute specialized webinar will take you step-by-step through the process of preparing job search materials, networking potential employers, preparing for interviews, and getting the most out of attending job fairs and interviewing events. http://students.asu.edu/career/careerwebinar
In the Know: Health and Wellness
ASU Wellness Events
Stress Free Zones at the Late-night Finals Breakfast
December 7th
Feed your brain for finals. This event features free late-night breakfast, test preparation and stress-free zones. The stress free zones feature free, 5-minute chair massages, stress information and bubbles.
Downtown Phoenix campus 8 – 10 p.m. Taylor Place - Devils Den (next to the dining hall) Polytechnic campus 8 - 10 p.m. Student Union - PAB room Tempe campus 9 - 11 p.m. Barrett Honors College - private dining rooms Hassayampa Academic Village - conference room A103 Memorial Union - Scholar Lounge
West campus Zen Room 9 - 11 p.m. Devil's Den
Visit ASU Wellness to see more events and email [email protected] for more information.
ASU Wellness Tips
ICA: Get In The Game!
In the Spotlight
December Events
A Holiday Festival of Choirs - ASU Combined Choirs December 5, 7:30 p.m.
Camelback Bible Church, 3900 E. Stanford Drive, Paradise Valley
Cost: $10, at the door only, $5 for students with ID
The ASU Choirs return to Camelback for our 5th annual Holiday program featuring music for the season. Participating choirs include Symphonic Chorale, Women's Chorus, Men’s Chorus, Schola Cantorum and Solis Camerata.
Concert proceeds will be used to benefit the Symphonic Chorale’s
participation in the American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) Divisional Performance in Reno, Nev., Spring 2012.
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events, articles and opportunities that apply to your program, and additional helpful information.
Have An Amazing December!
