A Conversation with Martha Redbone

Martha Redbone’s music embodies the folk, indigenous, and mountain blues sounds of her childhood in the Appalachian hills of Kentucky. Her latest album is “The Garden of Love- Songs of William Blake”, produced by Nitty Gritty Dirt Band founder/Grammy Winner John McEuen (2012). Alongside her career as a recording artist and songwriter, Martha Redbone has maintained a steady involvement with causes she believes in. Ms. Redbone is contracted by The Department of Indian Education- Louisiana, LaFourche where she teaches Southeastern Traditional Singing Workshop for the United Houma Nation’s Bayou Healers Cultural Enrichment Camp program. Martha guest lectures on subjects ranging from Indigenous rights to the role of the arts in politics and Native American Identity at many institutions including New York University, the University of Michigan and the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, to name a few.

Redbone will be presenting her concert Bone Hill on Feb. 1: see https://texasperformingarts.org/season/bone-hill-mccullough-theatre-2020 for a video introduction. RSVP by November 1st.

P2 Egon Zehnder Internship positions

Are you interested in applying your liberal arts skillset in the corporate world? Are you looking for an exciting (paid) internship opportunity for this summer? Egon Zehnder will be hosting an information session in the LAH Commons Room (RLP, 2.104) from 5:30pm-7pm on Tuesday, November 12th to talk about their Seasonal Analyst program with interested Liberal Arts Honors and Plan II students.

A quick introduction: Egon Zehnder is a management consulting firm focused on helping clients make their biggest talent decisions. EZ works with clients to set up CEO successions, build out an organization’s Board diversity, replace or fill new positions within the executive ranks, or to provide customized leadership and talent advisory services. The firm works with clients across all industries, C-Level functions and geographies (68 offices in 40 countries), from multi-national corporations to well-established privately held companies. For more info, check out EZ’s website at https://www.egonzehnder.com/.

As an intern with Egon Zehnder you will get exposure to leadership of some of the world’s most exciting and transformative companies, all while applying your critical thinking skills to help solve complex business problems through talent decision-making and advisory.

If you’re interested in learning more about EZ’s internship opportunities for UT students, please consider attending the information session. Space is limited, so if you plan on attending please send through an RSVP to Samantha.hea@egonzehnder.com by November 8th. Complimentary snacks will also be provided

Asian Studies Majors/Minors Gathering

Tuesday, November 12 – Meyerson Conference Room

(WCH 4.118) 2:30 – 4:30 PM (drop-in) – Light refreshments

Come and meet with Asian Studies faculty and other students while enjoying light refreshments.  Find out about Spring 2020 course offerings in China, Japan, Korea, and South Asia (languages, history, religion, cultures, literature, anthropology).  Information about the major and minor and the Honors Program will be available at this event.

Marine Science Institute Communication Fellows

A research team based at the Marine Science Institute is leading an NSF project that is quantifying nutrient transport, utilization, and relationship to carbon drawdown in the sub-tropical gyres that is looking to recruit 6 science communication fellows to accompany his research team during their research cruise in Hawaii (!!) in summer 2021.

This project is part of the ‘Broader Impacts’ objective: This project addresses a cross-disciplinary question working at the interface of biology and chemistry. It will quantify biological contributions to upward nutrient flux, helping to further advance our understanding of the controls on the marine biological carbon pump. This proposal addresses NSF societal goals via incorporation of a postdoc and undergraduate students into the research program and provides sea-going research experiences to undergraduate students.  In addition, we propose to use our dedicated research cruise as a forum for training a set of 6 Fellows in science communication. They will accompany the cruise, receive active training in science education/communication and use the experience to create a range of products to transfer this information to non-scientists. The work and results of this project will be disseminated to the general public via a social media campaign, #SaveOur70, which releases a weekly post covering facts and topics related to the oceans and their conservation across the Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook social media platforms as well as a web blog, reaching 250+ unique followers.  The team is looking for undergraduate and graduate students in any discipline who are interested in science communication who would be interested in writing blog posts, producing social media content, and creating other outreach pieces during and after the research trip. If you’re interested, please reach out directly to the research team with a message explaining your interest, and they will follow up with an application process:

Tracy Villareal: tracyv@austin.utexas.edu

Sara Pelleteri: sarapel@utexas.edu

Kristin Evans: klevans@utexas.edu

Capital of Texas Undergraduate Research Conference (CTURC)

CTURC is hosted by the Research Student Advisory Council, Senate of College Councils, and the Texas Undergraduate Research Journal. We developed this conference to provide undergraduate students, from all disciplines, a collaborative interdisciplinary environment that promotes undergraduate research across the state of Texas. Attendees may give a poster presentation, Google Slides presentation or a presentation of creative works (Analysis, Artifact, and Reflection). Attendees will also have the opportunity to speak with graduate school representatives, attend breakout sessions, network and compete for awards.

Our attendees are the FUTURE OF TEXAS RESEARCH! We encourage you to attend and network with undergraduate researchers from universities across Texas.

For further information, please visit www.cturc.org or contact us at cturccontact@gmail.com with any questions. Also, please follow us on Facebook at CTURC 2019.

Hosted at The University of Texas at Austin, November 16, 2019. Open to the public.
You can find the schedule of events here: https://sites.google.com/view/cturc/conference/schedule?authuser=0

Maymester: Ancient & Colonial Heritage in Latin America

Maymester: Ancient & Colonial Heritage in Latin America: Cultural Treasures of the Maya

  • Taught by UT professor and LLILAS faculty affiliate Dr. Astrid Runggaldier at Casa Herrera (UT’s research center in Antigua, Guatemala)
  • Open to all majors, and to all classes (from freshman to graduating seniors)
  • Earn 4 UT credits (1-credit seminar in spring 2019, and 3 credits during Maymester); ARH 347M (cross-listed in ANT, LAS, GRG); fulfills the VAPA core requirement, and the Global Cultures and Independent Inquiry flags
  • Apply for scholarships specifically for this program, including one all-expenses-paid scholarship
  •  Learn more and contact Dr. Astrid Runggaldier <astrid@austin.utexas.edu>
  • Click here for program details and click here to go directly to the application portal (Application Deadline: Nov. 15, 2019)

LeaderShape Institute

Start your spring semester off right with the LeaderShape Institute!

The LeaderShape Institute is a great professional development opportunity for undergrad students of ALL MAJORS. Enhance your soft skills (communication, teamwork, ethical decision-making, etc.), build your resume, increase your confidence to lead in all aspects of your life, and meet other motivated students.

Food, lodging and transportation included. $100 for the week; scholarships available.

Session Dates: Sun. Jan 12th – Fri. Jan 17, 2020 (week before the spring semester starts)
Application Deadline: Friday, November 8th at 11:59pm

Click here for more info and ONLINE APPLICATION<http://www.engr.utexas.edu/student-life/leadership-development/

Teach for America Application

Today in America, kids growing up in low-income communities have a 14% chance of graduating from college by the time they’re 25. Be among the most diverse, remarkable leaders of your generation working to change that statistic by putting your talents to work to disrupt educational inequity.

By joining Teach For America, you will become part of a 60,000 strong network of leaders shaping the political, economic, and social future of our country. Learn about inspiring ways alumni are leading across education, business, policy, law, medicine, and more. Also, check out stories from UT students who have decided to join Teach For America after graduation.

The class of 2020 is welcomed to apply for the 2020 Teach for America corps by Friday, October 18th, 2019. All majors accepted. Full salary and benefits. 60,000+ alumni network.

ISSS Scholarship Applications

The following ISSS Scholarship Applications are now available!

  • General ISSS Financial Aid Award
    • ISSS is able to provide up to a $3,500 spring 2019 semester and $2,500 in the summer semester cash award for students who demonstrate financial need.
    • Only international students who have completed at least 2 semesters at UT Austin by the time the award is disbursed are eligible to apply for this award.
  • Tuition Assistance for Mexican Students Award
    • The Tuition Assistance for Mexican Students (TAMS) award provides a waiver of the nonresident portion of a student’s tuition bill.
    • To be eligible for the TAMS award, you must be a citizen and resident of Mexico who demonstrates financial need.
  • The Iimura Peace Endowed Scholarship
    • The Iimura Peace Endowed Scholarship is a $1,500 spring award that recognizes an undergraduate international student with intent to promote peace in Asia. This award is intended for international undergraduate students from Asia with preference given to students who lived or attended school in East Asia or student who have lived or attended school in Asia.
    • Service Project is required if awarded the Iimura Peace Endowed Scholarship
  • Ethel Loving de Diaz Scholarship
    • The Ethel Loving de Diaz Scholarship is a $1,500 spring tuition award that recognizes an international student from Mexico who is working to help fund their education.
  • Society of Iranian-American Women for Education Scholarship
    • The Society of Iranian-American Women for Education (SIAWE) Scholarship is a $1,000 spring award that recognizes a student of Iranian descent who demonstrates financial need and academic excellence.
    • The award can either be applied towards the spring tuition bill or be paid out as a cash award. Cash awards are subject to a 14% tax.
    • Thank you letters are required upon being selected for the Society of Iranian-American Women for Education (SIAWE) Scholarship. Awards will not be applied to recipients’ accounts until a thank you letter is received.

All the scholarship applications can be found on our website  with additional information under the appropriate scholarship name.

All applicants will be notified via email of the decisions by the first week of December 2019. Make sure to turn your applications in by the deadline November 1, 2019.

Gender and Sexuality Center events

Queer Trans Leadership Institute

Each Thursday, 10/17-11/21
7 PM
Multicultural Engagement Center SAC 1.102

Apply to be a mentor or mentee for the Queer Trans Leadership Institute (QTLI) under the Queer Trans People of Color Agency (QTPOCA)! If you are a mentee, you will attend the weekly workshops Thursdays at 7 pm from Oct. 17 – Nov. 21 in the MEC.Questions? Email qtpoca@gmail.com or DM us on Insta @qtpoca_ut

Deadline to apply to be a mentor or a mentee is Monday, Oct. 7th at 11:59 pm.

Mentor Application

Mentee Application

National Young Women’s Day of Action RSVP Now Open!

Wednesday, 10/30
11:30- 1PM

Kristen Meinzer is an award-winning host, producer, and former director of nonfiction programming for Slate’s sister company, Panoply.

She says “I’ve been told I don’t have a face for TV or a voice for radio. I’ve been told I talk like a baby, a whiner, and a character from the movie “Fargo.” More than one person has said to me, “that’s not how an Asian person talks,” or “you don’t sound like you look.” And at over half the conferences I’ve spoken at, I’ve been the only woman of color on stage.

My story isn’t particularly unique. 96% of film directors are men. 72% of lead characters in films are men. 63% of speaking characters in films are men. 84% of Pulitzer Prize recipients are men. 77.5% of Fortune 500 board seats are held by men. And two thirds of podcasts have at least one white male host. In other words, we live in a world where men are given platforms to speak, and where they’re taken seriously when they do.
But it’s these numbers that make me more determined to speak loudly and widely, and often at the risk of rocking the boat. It’s these numbers that fill me with anger, about who, historically, has been given the power to tell my story, and tell women’s stories more broadly. I believe my voice is my most transgressive tool. I believe our unique stories can change the world. And I believe we live in a time when there are more ways than ever that we can be heard.”

Facebook event

To get lunch, please RSVP here

Wikipedia Edit-a-Thon

Tuesday, 10/8
10-5 PM
Perry-Castañeda Library
PCL Learning Lab 2, room 2.340

UT Libraries will be doing a Wikipedia Edit-a-Thon this semester. This edit-a-thon will be focusing on Wikipedia pages of notable women and LGBTQ+ folks in STEM in honor of Ada Lovelace Day on October 8.

Relationship Violence Prevention Month

October is Relationship Violence Prevention Month. Join VAV and campus partners for a month of events to promote healthy relationships, prevent violence, and support survivors. Events include:

Rally for Healthy Relationships

Friday, 10/18
11 AM – 2 PM
West Mall
Facebook Link

Join VAV Student Org to play games, win a t-shirt and VAV swag (while supplies last), and explore what a healthy relationship means to you!

Breaking the Silence – Survivor Speak-Out

Wednesday, 10/30
6:30 – 9 PM
San Jacinto Amphitheater
Facebook Link

A gender-inclusive annual event that serves as a space for survivors to speak out about their experiences with relationship violence. Open mic for survivors and allies to share stories, an interactive art installation, free food and t-shirts, and a resource fair.

For the full list of events, visit cmhc.utexas.edu/vav/vav_calendar.html

October is UT Disability Awareness and Inclusion Month

October is Texas Persons with Disabilities History and Awareness Month and National Disabilities Employment Awareness Month. SSD works with campus partners to offer a variety of events throughout the month of October to educate and promote advocacy about disability and inclusion at UT.

See our full calendar of events with RSVP information on our website. Please help spread the word to your networks!

Trainings:

▪ disABILITY Advocate 101 for Student Employees: October 2nd from 5-6pm and October 15th from 3-4pm
▪ disABILITY Advocate Foundation Training: Tuesday October 8th from 1:30-3:30
▪ disABILITY Advocate Instructor Training: Wednesday October 9th from 9:30-11am
▪ Neurodiversity Training: Wednesday October 16th from 1:30-3pm

▪ disABILITY Advocate 101 for Student Employees: October 2nd from 5-6pm and October 15th from 3-4pm
▪ disABILITY Advocate Foundation Training: Tuesday October 8th from 1:30-3:30
▪ disABILITY Advocate Instructor Training: Wednesday October 9th from 9:30-11am
▪ Neurodiversity Training: Wednesday October 16th from 1:30-3pm

Interactive Events:

▪ Disability Fest, sponsored by the disABILITY Advocacy Student Coalition: October 17th 6pm-9:30
▪ Disability as Diversity Panel Discussion October 24th 12:30-1:30
▪ Adapted Sports Night, October 24th 6:30-9pm

▪ Disability Fest, sponsored by the disABILITY Advocacy Student Coalition: October 17th 6pm-9:30
▪ Disability as Diversity Panel Discussion October 24th 12:30-1:30
▪ Adapted Sports Night, October 24th 6:30-9pm

Please join us in attending and spreading the word about these events that will be taking place throughout the month of October! All events and fliers are posted on our website: https://diversity.utexas.edu/disability/2019/09/daim19/ . Thanks for your support of Disability Awareness and Inclusion Month!

Out on the Brazos hosted by Waco Pride Network

Saturday, 10/12
11-5 PM
Brazos Park East
3516 N M.L.K. Jr Blvd, Waco, TX 76702

Our Pride event, Out on the Brazos, will be held on October 12th this year at Brazos Park East in Waco. Baylor University has been struggling and fighting to work towards gender, sexuality and LGBTQA equality in the past year, but unsuccessfully due to their religious connection. I know it’s a travel, but we are allowing student groups to have free tables at our event and if anyone from UT would be willing to take part, we would love the support.

The past two years, we’ve have members of the LGBTQA Community come to our event from Houston, Dallas, San Antonio and Austin as well as from various universities and organizations throughout the state. We are a family event full of entertainment and all ages spending the day at the park to celebrate each other and the community we have and strive for more progress.

Feel free to visit our website (www.wacopride.org) to find out more about our events and organization. We also have quite a presence on Facebook, if you want to check us out there.

We look forward to talking to you more and hope to have some visits from the Texas LGBTQA Community.

Research Study on Transgender/ Gender Non-Conforming Individuals’ Family Experiences

Billy Table, a fourth year doctoral student in Communication Studies, is looking for participants for their dissertation study. The study is survey-based, and is investigating family experiences, stress, and resilience of transgender/gender non-conforming individuals. If you are over 18, are trans/GNC, are out to at least one member of your family and communicate with that member at least once a month, you are eligible for the study. The survey takes about 20 minutes, and there is an optional Visa gift card drawing you may enter at the end (odds of winning = 1 out of 50).

For more information/to take the survey, click here

This research is IRB approved #2018-11-0059.

Yale Law School in Austin

We would like to invite your members to speak with Associate Dean Miriam Ingber in a one-on-one setting about Yale Law School, our unique admissions process, and our supportive community. Dean Ingber will be in Austin on Wednesday, October 2. If you could circulate this email widely to your members interested in law school, that would be greatly appreciated. Anyone interested in speaking with Dean Ingber can visit our registration page to choose a time that works for them. Please note: Yale Law School does not have an evaluative interview component to its admissions process. These meetings are strictly informational and an opportunity to ask your individual questions.

We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and to facilitate that process, the Law School generously grants need-based fee waivers without requiring parental information. Neither the request for, nor the granting of, a fee waiver has any bearing on admissions decisions. To submit a request for a fee waiver, please click here.

Look for Participants

A Senior at Bowling Green State
University is looking for participants for their Honors thesis research study. The study is about the relationship between victimization experiences and emotional
well-being among LGBTQI+ individuals.
If you are between 18 and 24 years old, attend a university in the United States, and have at least one or more than one LGBTQ+ identities (e.g., lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, gender non-conforming, pansexual…) you are eligible to participate.

Your participation in this study simply means accessing the provided survey link
and completing the survey. The survey only takes 10-15 minutes. Completing this
survey gives you a chance to win a $25 Amazon Gift Card from a raffle. 10
winners will be randomly selected. You can also introduce this study to anyone
who, you believe, is eligible for participation and may be interested to participate.
Your responses are confidential—no names will be associated with your survey
responses.

If you have any questions or concerns or cannot access the link for any reasons,
please contact Mason Trinh at dtrinh@bgsu.edu
Survey link: https://bgsu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5ihuFpWj6MDLKFT

GSCelebrate!

The GSC loves to celebrate the accomplishments of our amazing students and staff! If there is anyone that you would like to nominate to be featured in our bulletin, please email the GSC@austin.utexas.edu

Recurring Events at the GSC

Finding Our Voice: A Women of Color Discussion Group
Mondays, 12:30-2 PM
@SAC 2.112 G

Queer, Trans & Feminist Grad Student Working Group
Mondays, 6:30-8:30 PM
@SAC 2.112 G
((every 3rd Monday, QTPOC exclusive space)

Free HIV Testing with the Q
Tuesdays, 11 AM-2 PM
@SAC 2.112 C

Queer Voices Discussion Group
Wednesdays, 12:30-2 PM
@SAC 2.112G

Office Hours with CMHC’s Joey Hannah
Wednesdays, 2-4 PM
@SAC 2.112 D

Trans Thursday Social Group
Thursdays, 11:30-1 PM
@SAC 2.112 G

Feminist Friday!
Fridays, 1-2 PM

@SAC 2.112 main space