Liberal Arts Council will be hosting a discussion on diversity in honors programs in the College of Liberal Arts (Plan II, Liberal Arts Honors, Humanities, Departmental Honors, etc.) on Thursday, November 30th, from 7-8pm in Garrison Hall room 3.116. Come on out to hear from other COLA students in different programs and discuss ways that all of our programs can improve their representation, outreach, curriculum, and accessibility for students of color!

The German Marshall Fund in Berlin is currently seeking interns. The office is specifically looking for German-speaking Americans, so if you are studying international relations, government, or any related field, please apply using this link.

We need your input!

The Counseling and Mental Health Center (CMHC) at the University of Texas at Austin is partnering with the College of Liberal Arts to pilot a project examining how faculty and departments can support student well-being in the classroom. Before we officially begin the project, we’d like to get students’ feedback related to their perspectives of well-being, learning, and instruction and how their well-being can be supported both inside and outside the classroom.

To get this feedback, we are conducting two student focus groups on the following days and at the following times:

• , November 30, 12:00-1:00pm
• , December 4, 12:00-1:00pm

They will take place in the Student Services Building. Snacks will be provided.

If you would like to participate, please click on the link below and fill out the survey:

tinyurl.com/UT17FG

Thank you!

The first event of a series of lectures will be held on Tuesday, November 28^th at 12:30pm in CLA 1.302E focusing on Networking and Mentorship. The workshop will feature three panelists, each offering insights and tips from their combined 65 plus years in public service on ‘how to network,’ ‘the etiquette of networking,’ and ‘how to develop strong relations with a professional mentor.’ This workshop is designed for undergraduate students interested in careers in public service in the federal government, intelligence community, military, and large-scale international organizations. More info on the event and bios of the speakers can be found on this website.

If you who would like additional information about the UTeach Urban Teachers Program, stop by the Blanton Café on Thursday, November 9^th between 1:00 – 3:00, or Tuesday, November 14^th between 10:30 am – 12:30 pm. Our Outreach Coordinators (Chea Parton and Tiye Cort) will be available to answer questions about the program.  Visit our website at:https://education.utexas.edu/departments/curriculum-instruction/uteach-urban-teachers

Inspired by UT professor and former Vice President of Student Affairs Jim Vick, these awards recognize individuals who improve undergraduate students’ overall experience at the University of Texas at Austin through outstanding academic advising.

Each year, five recipients are awarded $500 and are recognized with an awards ceremony in March. The nomination and selection process is done solely by students.

Nominate someone for the James W. Vick Award for Academic Advising today! The deadline to nominate is Sunday, November 19 at 11:59 p.m.

Website link: https://www.texasexes.org/vick-nomination

What is SLI?

The Student Leadership Institute (SLI) empowers student leaders to achieve their personal, organizational, and career goals. SLI provides both established and budding student leaders the opportunity to enhance their natural abilities while providing them with additional tools for success.

What does SLI Do?

• Winter retreat
• Monthly workshops
• Community Engagement
• Study Abroad Opportunity

Study Abroad Opportunity

SLI participants have the opportunity to travel to Costa Rica for a two-week service learning experience to further develop their leadership skills.  This trip will be in conjunction with a spring class called Socially Responsible and Ethical Leadership.  SLI members are not required to study abroad, but will get preference in the selection process.

Who Should Apply to SLI?

Anyone with passion can be a leader.  SLI welcomes all personality types, academic interests, career paths, ages, work styles, experience levels, and backgrounds.  We believe that diversity is key to personal growth and effective leadership.

If Interested: click the link below and fill out the application

Apply by November 16^th https://utexas.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_42xw5FsHnjg2wWV

The Counseling and Mental Health Center (CMHC) at the University of Texas at Austin is partnering with the College of Liberal Arts to pilot a project examining how faculty and departments can support student well-being in the classroom. Before we officially begin the project, we’d like to get students’ feedback related to their perspectives of well-being, learning, and instruction and how their well-being can be supported both inside and outside the classroom.

To get this feedback, we are conducting two student focus groups on the following days and at the following times:

• November 30, 12:00-1:00pm
• December 4, 12:00-1:00pm

They will take place in the Student Services Building. Snacks will be provided.

If you would like to participate, please click on the link below and fill out the survey:

tinyurl.com/UT17FG

Thank you!