Monthly Archives: February 2019

LAC Focus Group Information

The Liberal Arts Council is holding two focus groups this month! Both of these will take place in the Wagner Workroom inside the DIES Center inside of the RLP.

The first, focused on LACS, will be held on February 13th at 6 PM (https://www.facebook.com/events/349677985873408/). The second, focused on students studying or taking classes in UT’s Foreign Language departments, will be held on February 27th at 6 PM (https://www.facebook.com/events/2096898760391265/).

Visit the attached Facebook events for more information on how to participate.

Joynes Reading Room presents: Philosopher Paul Woodruff

On Wednesday night, February 13th at 7 p.m. in the Joynes Reading Room, Philosopher Paul Woodruff will present Eros Philosophos.

Dr. Woodruff asks, “Will falling in love make you a better philosopher? Plato says yes, but only if you are a very special person. Will falling for philosophy make you a better lover? Same answer from Plato. In my talk I will ask how wisdom and love are connected, discuss Plato’s answer, and suggest my own.”

Woodruff has authored several books of original philosophy and scholarship; and has translated several classical texts, including Plato’s Symposium (with Alexander Nehamas). He served as director of the Plan II Program for 15 years, and was UT Austin’s inaugural Dean of Undergraduate Studies.

This event is free and open to everybody.

Academic Improvement Scholarship

The application for the Senate of College Councils Academic Improvement Scholarship is now open! This scholarship is meant for students who have significantly improved their GPA after having poor academic performance in past semesters.

To be eligible, you must have had a semester with a GPA lower than 2.75, and then improved your GPA by at least 0.5 grade points in the coming semesters. You also must have attended UT Austin for at least two semesters, and have a current cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Applications will be reviewed considering the following factors: financial aid status, past experiences (internships/careers), and involvement on campus and in the community.

There will be two $500 scholarships rewarded, and the deadline to apply is March, 1st, 11:59 pm. Interviews for finalists will take place on March 8th.

The link to apply: tinyurl.com/AIScholarship19

Direct any questions or concerns to senaterecruitmentandretention@gmail.com.

Diverse Voices with Dr. Moore – Wednesday, February 13th

Please join LAH and the LAH Diversity Action Committee for our next Diverse Voices event featuring Dr. Leonard Moore on Wednesday, February 13th at 12 PM  at the Julius Glickman Conference Center in RLP 1.302 B.

Dr. Moore is the Vice President for Diversity and Community Engagement and the George W. Littlefield Professor of American history. He leads the UT-Austin community in increasing the inclusion of, and investment in, marginalized communities at UT and beyond. He is also focused on equity and access in innovation and entrepreneurship. He has published several books, including Black Rage in New Orleans: Police Brutality and African American Activism from World War II to Hurricane Katrina and

Carl B. Stokes and the Rise of Black Political Power. He will speak on his work to make UT-Austin more inclusive.

Please bring your lunch and join us for Dr. Moore’s exciting presentation. You can RSVP here: https://utexas.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_81dJqVrSiE8kMM5

When: Wednesday, February 13th

Time: 12:00 – 1:00 PM

Where: RLP 1.302 B

Feedback Writing Workshop!

Join LAH on Tuesday, February 12 for a writing workshop focused on incorporating feedback.

Revising academic writing is often a collaborative process between you and the reviewer. In this interactive workshop, students will learn how to incorporate feedback and respond to comments they receive on written assignments.

To RSVP, email lahevents@utexas.edu

When: February 12th, 4-5 PM

Where: LAH Commons

Undergraduate Research Journal now accepting submissions!

The University of Texas at Austin Undergraduate Research Journal (Texas URJ) is accepting submissions for the 2019 volume. Every article selected for final publication will appear in the next annual volume of the Undergraduate Research Journal. Each author will also receive a printed version of the full journal.

The new extended deadline for manuscript submission is February 22nd, 2019 at 11:59 pm. Articles will be reviewed on a rolling basis during the Fall semester. All original, research-based submissions from undergraduates are welcome!

Submit your manuscripts here: : http://texasurj.com/wp/submit/

Julie Kavanagh, The U.S. Department of State’s Diplomat in Residence for Texas to hold Office Hours for Honors Students

Open to all Honors students in UT Austin’s College of Liberal Arts College.  Drop-in to meet Julie Kavanagh, the Department of State’s Diplomat in Residence for Texas. Ms. Kavanagh is a career diplomat and has been with the Department of State since 1990. She will be available on a drop-in basis to meet students, answer questions about careers in diplomacy, provide information about State Department internships, fellowships, study abroad, and professional opportunities. Drop by to just say hello, introduce yourself, or get your questions answered.

No appointment required; first come first served.

Friday, February 8 2019
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
RLP 2.520 (note: this room is located inside the Plan II Honors Office Suite in RLP 2.102. ask the receptionist to show you to the conference room)