LAH Study Abroad applications for students studying abroad in Spring 2012 are due Nov. 1.
Students studying abroad in Summer 2012 will apply for scholarships during the Spring.
Applications may be accessed through Global Assist: http://utdirect.utexas.edu/student/abroad/globalassist.WBX
All applications will be considered, but priority will be given to students working on foreign language acquisition.
Go have an adventure – travel abroad!
Applications are now being accepted for merit-based, research and study abroad scholarships for fall 2011.
See if you are eligible on the Liberal Arts scholarship website:
http://www.utexas.edu/cola/student-affairs/Programs/Scholarships.php
Deadline for most scholarships is October 15, 2011
Dear Students,
Ex Nihilo, UT’s undergraduate philosophy journal, is announcing a call for papers for publication in the 2012 spring semester. This is a great opportunity for committed students to showcase their philosophical knowledge, writing skills, and to have a chance in being published before entering graduate school or a professional career.
The submission guidelines are as follows:
1. Length: 10-20 pages double-spaced, 12 point Times New Roman font. We will take submissions of papers over 20 pages, but those will likely be edited for brevity. Nothing over 30 pages, please.
2. Topic: Any philosophical topic of substance is acceptable–however, the paper must be philosophical. Papers written for class are acceptable so long as they are sufficiently self-sustained and insightful.
3. Format: Every paper must include an abstract. In a separate attachment, include the title of your paper, your name, email, and major. Do not include your name or any identifying information in your actual paper.
4. Submission date: All materials must be submitted to ex.nihilo.journal@gmail.com by January 17th.
For more information please contact either Pavel Nitchovski (at pavel.nitchovski@gmail.com) or Susannah Duerr (at susannahduerr@gmail.com)
Juvenile Justice Support Network Conference
Monday, October 17th, 10am—3pm
Thompson Conference Center
A conference on supporting youth at risk of dropping out of school and/or engaging in behaviors that place them in the juvenile justice system. Includes a morning and afternoon panel, as well as lunch. Register at www.juvenilesupportnetwork.eventbrite.com
Social Justice Art Show Kickoff Event
Monday, October 17th, 6-9pm, SSW Main Lobby
Faculty, staff, students and community members will be joining together to celebrate social justice through the arts. This event begins with a gallery display of artwork and light refreshments. Additionally, participants will have an opportunity to participate in a “community art project”. The second half of the evening will include entertaining performances of dance, music, poetry and more.
La Ciudad Film and Discussion
Tuesday, October 18th, 1-4pm, SSW Utopia Theater
The heart-wrenching stories of economic and social hardships faced by four Hispanic immigrants living in New York City, as told in separate vignettes. After the film there will be a discussion led by Professors Bob Jensen and Miguel Ferguson.
American Whistleblower Tour
Wednesday, October 19th, 6-8pm, SSW Utopia Theater
As they make their way across the country visiting more than 15 campuses across the nation, the American Whistleblower Tour is inspiring students to learn constructive mechanisms for speaking up for positive change. Through a social work lens, the event will focus on tools for promoting advocacy by speaking up for enhanced organizational effectiveness, accountability, and social justice. Join us in learning about the stages of whistleblowing, essential legal and ethical considerations, as well as the tools needed use our voices effectively!
When I Rise Film and Discussion
Thursday, October 20th, 12– 1:45pm, SSW Utopia Theater
Come join us in the viewing of “When I Rise” a documentary about international mezzo-soprano sensation and University of Texas alumni Barbara Smith Conrad. Barbara’s talent meant nothing to the Texas legislature when they unanimously decided to expel the black singer after discovering she would play the love interest of a white classmate. Set during the civil rights movement the film takes you on a journey from racism to forgiveness.
“Power, Privilege and Oppression” Workshop
with Shane Whalley
Thursday, October 20th, 6-8pm, SSW Utopia Theater
Learn about the ways in which power, privilege and oppression exist in daily life. The night will be made up of hands on activities to promote awareness of systems that perpetuate power, privilege and oppression and one’ s own participation in those systems. Space is limited to 40, so please register by emailing claytontravis2@gmail.com
Disability Visibility Symposium:
Making Systems Work for People with Disabilities
Friday, October 21st, 8:30-11am, SSW Utopia Theater
The program will include a panel of experts comprised of people with disabilities talking about their lived experiences and how they negotiate systems. There will also be nationally known speakers, who are advocates in the disability movement, as well as professionals representing agencies and services for people with disabilities both on campus and in the Austin community.
Social Justice Community Fair and Celebration Lunch
Friday, October 21st, 11:15-12:15pm, SSW Main Lobby
The School of Social Work’s First Annual Social Justice Week culminates with an event that brings together members of community organizations, students, faculty, and staff in celebration of our shared commitment to social justice work. Organizations are invited to display materials about their organizations work and all are encouraged to mingle and learn from each other’s experiences as we share in a celebratory lunch. To ensure enough food please RSVP to Bree Howard bree.home@gmail.com.
UT School of Social Work Spirit of Social Justice Awards Presentation
Friday, October 21st, 12:15-12:45pm, SSW Utopia Theater
The SSW Spirit of Social Justice Awards will honor a student, staff, faculty member, field instructor and community agency/coalition who has used their time, energy and passion to interrupt oppression.
Facilitating Meaningful Discussions on Diversity and Social Justice
Friday, October 21st, 1-2:30pm, SSW Utopia Theater
This session facilitated by Dr. Betty Jeanne Taylor, Diversity & Engagement Officer & Director of Diversity Education Initiatives will provide effective strategies for facilitating difficult dialogues.
Information also available at:
Dear friends,
The Center for Women’s and Gender Studies and INSPIRE: Empowering Texas Women Leaders are pleased to invite you to a special event next Thursday, in conjunction with RAINN day 2011, to raise awareness and educate UT students about sexual violence on campus. We will have a short screening of a collection of videos regarding the topic, followed by a panel of experts who will answer questions about sexual violence/assault at UT and in the Austin community. Some of the panel participants are Dr. Gloria Gonzalez-Lopez (a sociology professor and expert on the topic of sexual violence), a representative from SafePlace, and a peer-educator undergraduate student from Voices Against Violence. The details of the event are as follows:
What: Screening and panel discussion on the topic of sexual violence on college campuses
Where: CAL 100
When: Thursday, September 29, 7:00pm
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Please distribute this information widely! If you are able to attend and could bring at least 1 friend with you, we can ensure the success of the event.
Thank you for your attention and support.
In solidarity,
Juan R Portillo
MA candidate, Women’s and Gender Studies
Program Coordinator, INSPIRE: Empowering Texas Women Leaders
Center for Women’s and Gender Studies
The University of Texas at Austin
Looking for a productive and meaningful way to spend your summer addressing global, social issues? Are you interested in video production, journalism, photography, fundraising and graphic design? Do you believe in the power of storytelling to raise awareness and inspire activism?
Apply to the Students of the World Internship Program for 2012
http://studentsoftheworld.squarespace.com/students1/
The Students of the World program is a unique experience that combines purposeful, international travel with intensive media production aimed at capturing and distributing multimedia content for organizations and business that highlights their work through a variety of outlets.
Students of the World (SOW) is non-profit media production company that partners with college students to highlight social issues and the innovative solutions of those organizations that are working to address them around the world.
Students will start the internship part-time during the spring semester before the full-time summer portion that includes 4-weeks of international travel and 6-weeks of post-production in Austin.
Applications Open: September 15, 2011
Early Bird Deadline to Apply: October 15, 2011
Regular Deadline: November 1, 2011
We will be having a show case of the 2011 UT Team’s work on Monday 10/10 at the Texas Union Ball Room from 6-7:30pm!
At the showcase there will be an opportunity to have a Q & A with the 2011 team!
RHE 368C is a course designed to prepare students to serve as peer tutors in the Undergraduate Writing Center (UWC). During the first part of the term, the class covers issues relating to writing center theory and practice. Students analyze the goals and practices of writing centers; examine elements of contemporary rhetorical and composition theory (including the writing process); survey typical course syllabi and assignments; and review basics of grammar, mechanics, and usage. There is one major writing assignment (6-8 pages) and numerous shorter online projects. During the final five weeks of RHE 368C, members of the class work under supervision for six hours a week as consultants (unpaid) in the Undergraduate Writing Center.
Why do students take RHE 368C?
To become eligible to work as paid consultants in the UWC and to gain practice as writing tutors. Students in RHE 368 students are supervised and reviewed by the staff in the UWC during their internship period. Taking the course in itself, however, does not guarantee UWC employment.
Who may take RHE 368C?
Any undergraduate who meets the upper-division requirement and gains permission from the instructor to register for the course. Priority is given to students who can give the UWC several semesters of service as a tutor. We actively seek students from across various majors and disciplines, especially from business and the sciences.
Why do I need instructor permission to take RHE 368C?
UWC interns must have appropriate writing and personal skills to serve effectively as tutors. RHE 368C is not a course for students seeking to improve their own marginal writing skills.
How do I get permission to take RHE 368C?
Early in the fall semester (before registration) email John Ruszkiewicz at <ruszkiewicz@mail.utexas.edu>, indicating that you would like permission to register for his section of RHE 368C. Attach one or more brief writing samples to this email. This work should represent your recent academic or professional writing. You may, for example, include a research paper, a detailed lab report, or an article you have written for The Daily Texan or other campus publications. You should also ask an instructor familiar with your academic work to send Professor Ruszkiewicz an email endorsement. Just a very brief note is all that is necessary, not a full letter of recommendation. One line might suffice.
After you have submitted the writing sample, Professor Ruszkiewicz may schedule a brief interview with you in Calhoun 202. Following your interview, you will be notified whether your admission to the course has been approved, wait-listed, or not recommended. Admission to the class is likely to be competitive again in spring 2011, but do be sure to apply if interested. Email Professor Ruszkiewicz with any additional questions.
See http://projects.uwc.utexas.edu/praxis/?q=node/302 for an article about working at the UWC by Chris Edwards, a former RHE 368C student.
The student-run nonprofit, the Advancement Through Education Program, strives to end the generational cycle of poverty through education. There are two parts to the organization’s mission: It sponsors adult students who are studying for the GED exam and currently is trying to build up a mentor program with at-risk middle students. We are currently looking for students who are interested in getting involved in the organization itself, as well as student mentors who are willing to have a bimonthly commitment to mentoring a middle school student.
Students who are interested can email Olivia Kropf at oliviakropf@gmail.com.
Position Title: Senior Student Associate/Peer Advisor
Job Category: Part-time
Position Type: Clerical/Office; Customer Service
Work days/times: MF 11AM – 12PM; TTR 12 – 2PM; W 8 – 11 AM
Hourly Wage: $10.00
Employment Start Date: 10/17/11
Supervisor: Melinda Villarreal
Job Description: Peer Advisors act as the administrative “front line” for the advising suite for undeclared Liberal Arts students. They provide accurate information to the students, faculty, and staff who rely on the Student
Division for information on university and college policies and procedures. Peer Advisors are responsible for providing accurate information over the phone, through email, and in person to students, faculty,
and staff.
Qualifications: CURRENTLY ENROLLED undergraduate student at UT. Preferred graduation date NO EARLIER THAN FALL 2012. Customer service experience. Detail-oriented. Enthusiastic. Fast learner. Effective
communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment. Ability to handle confidential information. Ability to work the hours specified, with potential for increased hours in
the future. May be asked to adjust class schedule to meet desk coverage needs in the future as well.
Application Instructions :
Email FORMAL COVER LETTER AND RESUME to Melinda Villarreal at melinda.villarreal@austin.utexas.edu by 10/7/11. Resumes submitted without a cover letter will not be considered. An email will not
substitute for a cover letter. PLEASE INCLUDE EXPECTED DATE OF GRADUATION WITHIN YOUR RESUME. Please consider visiting a career services office before submitting your resume and cover letter.
Interviews will take place week of 10/10/11. Projected start date is 10/17/11.
We are proud to invite you to participate in the newly founded Texas Undergraduate Law Review.
The Texas Undergraduate Law Review’s purpose will be to help guide and shape the next generation of Texas attorneys by raising awareness and encouraging and facilitating academic discussions of law-related issues on the state, national, and international level. It will also be an opportunity for participants to have a published culmination of their work and research.
The only requirement needed to join the Texas Undergraduate Law Review is that participants be undergraduate students attending an academic institution in the state of Texas. Just as the law deals with almost every aspect of society, so too is the diversity sought after for the review – all majors are encouraged to participate.
We invite any interested students to attend our information session on Monday September 26, 2011 in the Black Box Theater (SAC 2.304) at 6:00pm. During the information session, attendees will learn about the purpose of the law review, leadership positions available, goals for the semester and the year, as well as how to contribute their submissions to the review. Additionally, world-renowned attorney and honorary academic sponsor for the Texas Undergraduate Law Review, Dr. Sarah Weddington, will be addressing attendees on the importance of the discussion of law among undergraduates as we prepare ourselves for our future vocations in the legal field.
You will not want to miss out on this wonderful opportunity to delve into serious academic discussion on the legal issues facing our generation on the national stage. We hope to see you on Monday!
For any questions or concerns please contact Philip Wiseman at wiseman.philip@gmail.com.