Index I.
Celebrate Awareness II.
Awards and Recognitions III.
Internships IV.
Explore Careers V.
Funding, Scholarships and Grants VI.
Involvement on Grounds VII. Job Search VIII. Resources
“Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity” – Seneca
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Come learn about how fasting is relevant to
religion: Tasting Islam: Fast-a-thon Dinner
Monday, April 2nd—7-9 PM—Ern Commons
(will be collecting canned goods to donate to Emergency Food Bank!) Persian Cultural Night · Join the Persian Cultural Society and the Middle Eastern Leadership Council for a night full of poetry, dances, skits, and music! · Free, authentic, Middle Eastern food will be catered from Kabob Palace!
· When: March 31, 2012
· Time: 6:00 pm
· Where: Newcomb Ballroom
U.Va. Earth Hour 2012 ·
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March 31, 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., Save Energy all around
Grounds.
Help reduce energy consumption and turn off your lights in
celebration of Earth Hour.
Keep an eye out for participating businesses on the Corner
with special deals that day. For more information, e-mail
[email protected].
2012 Ella Baker Day Symposium ·
Ella Baker was an educator, activist, and leader known for her belief in the potential and dignity of every individual. She has been largely recognized as the mother of the Civil Rights Movement.
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discuss pressing issues of social injustice and community organizing
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When: Friday, April 6, 2012
· Time: 10:00 AM -­‐4:30 PM
· Where: Rotunda Dorm Room
Dr. As’ad Masri Distinguished 4th year award ·
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Start thinking about a 4th Year to nominate!
This award was founded last year by the Middle Eastern
Leadership Council as a means to recognize outstanding
fourth years who, through their dedication to the Middle
Eastern community, have left a positive mark.
News on how to nominate will come later in the Spring
Most Collaborative CIO Award ·
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Student run organizations will be recognized by the Office
of the Dean of Students and the Middle Eastern Leadership
Council for their efforts at collaboration
If you would like to nominate a CIO, please email
[email protected] with the name of the CIO and your
reasons for the nomination
Recognition will be public during the last MELC Friday’s
celebration of the semester.
Z Society Distinguished Faculty Award ·
Please submit a nomination (250 word max) about an
exceptional member of the University’s faculty who has
influenced you the most during your time here at the
University to [email protected] by Friday, April 13.
ODOS Internship for the Middle Eastern Community ·
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The goal of the Office of the Dean of Students (ODOS) is
to promote the intellectual, cultural, personal, and social
development of students
A project to benefit the community will be chosen by the
intern and developed jointly with the Program Coordinator
for Multicultural Student Services
See attached application for more details. Direct questions
to [email protected]
Applications are due on Monday, April 16th.
INROADS Summer Program Internships ·
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If you are interested in a career in marketing, sales, health,
retail store management, business, engineering, computers
or information sciences, this could be your opportunity!
Submit an application, resume, transcripts and complete a
candidate assessment to
http://www.inroads.org/students/apply-online
Application Deadline: March 31, 2012
Sierra Club ·
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The Sierra Club is the largest and most influential
grassroots environmental organization in the United States.
The Environmental Apprenticeship is a paid, six month
staff position based in one of the Sierra Club’s offices.
Apprentices will be exposed to a variety of work
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experiences including but not limited to grassroots
organizing, administrative policy advocacy and public
communications while being trained and guided by a team
of experienced Sierra Club staf
Find the application as well as additional information here
Internship with the Department of Energy at the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory
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Internship for Engineering students
Menlo Park, CA
$11.57-$17.82 per hour
Link: http://bit.ly/xrYIQj
Application due March 30th!
Department of Energy -­‐ Various offices throughout the country
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All academic disciplines
$500 weekly stipend, airfare, and housing costs
Link: http://bit.ly/sh4b0n
Application due March 30th!
Google’s BOLD Diversity Immersion Program ·
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Google invites current undergraduate first years to apply for a
unique summer experience over four days at Google’s Mountain
View Headquarters in August – ALL EXPENSES PAID!
The BOLD Immersion Program for Freshmen will provide
participants with a rare glimpse into the technology industry;
career opportunities at Google; and valuable professional and
peer networks.
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Open to all – even those pursuing non-technical degrees
Find the application
at http://google.eresources.com/applications/login.asp . The
deadline to apply is Friday, April 6, 2012.
Career Preparation Program ·
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An 18 month career and leadership development program
in business
FREE This is equivalent to a $10,000 scholarship!
Read about the many benefits on the attached one-pager
Made possible by Management Leadership for Tomorrow,
an organization committed to the leadership development
of individuals from underrepresented groups
Apply by Tuesday April 17, 2012
Virtual Career Fair ·
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April 3rd, 4th and 5th, 2012
Students & Alumni are invited to interact via chat sessions
and meet employers
Register at www.SecAcc.CareerEco.net
Be a UCS Career Peer Educator! · Grow personally and professionally by helping others: Learn about the resources University Career Services has to offer (such as CavLink, Vault, and GoingGlobal)
· Help fellow students discover which major or career fits them best and teach them important job skills such as writing a resume or how to conduct yourself at an interview
· Interested? Applications are due March 30th! · The application is available online. If you have any questions, e mail [email protected].
TASC (The Alumni-­‐Student Cooperative) scholarships ·
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Student Council Scholarship Committee
20 recipients: Each award will be $2,000!
Awards are given based on leadership, merit, need, and
service to UVA and the Charlottesville community.
Apply here. Applications due 5pm on April 6th.
Local Tom Tom Festival ·
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Have a clear and concise vision of a project that could use a
little funding?
$1,000 grant. For more info, see here
Submit applications to [email protected] by April
8th
Larry Simpson Internship Scholarship · $2,000 need and merit-based award
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4th year College of Arts and Sciences student who has
secured an unpaid summer internship in any career field
Sponsored by Betty Shotton, CLAS ‘74
Deadline for applying: April 2nd, 2012
For more such funding opportunities see
http://www.career.virginia.edu/internship/funding.php
Audition for Grounds for Discussion (Orientation) ·
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GfD is a student-directed play that helps acclimate first
years to U.Va.
Email [email protected] or [email protected] to sign
up for an audition
No previous acting experience required!
The skits focus on issues and decisions facing first-year
students, which include high-risk drinking, the honor code,
roommate disagreements, eating disorders, and sexual
assault. Follow-up residence hall discussions with resident
assistants are evening complements to the performance.
Tuesday, April 3rd in the O'Hill Forum 4:00-5:00 or 5:006:00
Friday, April 6th in The O'Hill Forum, 4:00-5:00 or 5:006:00
Cavalier Care Day: Register Now ·
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Registration deadline: April 9; event: April 14, 9 a.m. to
noon.
Cavaliers Care is a day of service organized by Madison
House.
Get a free T-shirt, breakfast before volunteering and lunch
in one of the Lawn gardens after you finish.
Register online, and e-mail [email protected] if
you have any questions.
Have a say on the entertainment that’s brought to Grounds! ·
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Fill out the University Programs Council survey here and
voice your opinion on the types of movies, comedy shows,
game nights, concerts, speakers you want to see at UVa
Once you've filled out the survey, come to Newcomb 164
to collect your free sunglasses or other UPC swag
3rd annual Public Service Conference ·
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Interested in helping others? Learn more at this Innovation
and Public Service Conference
When: Friday, April 13th, Noon-7pm
Where: Newcomb Hall Earn three academic credits!
Study Abroad through exCHANGE ·
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exCHANGE offers two and four week programs in Prague,
Panama, and Rome during the summer
For the international students in the associations, our
Institute gives generous scholarships to students from
developing countries!
For further info, see http://www.globalleaders.info/
Enjoy Graphic Design? $12/hr ·
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New Graphic Designer needed for the Stall Seat Journal
and other social marketing projects
Gain practical experience in the field of health promotion
$12 per hour. Find the job description and instructions for
how to apply on CAVLink (the Job ID is 30892).
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If you have any questions, e-mail [email protected]
UTS Recruitment: Bus Road-­‐eo ·
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April 7, noon to 4 p.m., Whitehead Road T4parking lot.
Are you interested in becoming a bus driver or just in
seeing how well you drive a bus?
Get some free food and drive a bus with one of our trainers.
For more information, check out our Facebook page or email [email protected].
Apply to be an IC Program Assistant ·
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Join the IC student staff in supporting social and cultural
events and cooking classes.
Work hours are flexible between 5-10 hours per week and
include frequent evening and weekend hours. Hours vary
weekly depending on the number and type of events.
Salary range: $8-10 an hour. Only U.Va. under-graduate
and graduate students may apply.
Desired start date: Summer or Fall 2012. Please email your
resume and cover letter to [email protected].
Department of Energy -­‐ Office of Science ·
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Communications specialist job in Washington DC
$105,211.00 - $136,771.00/year
Link: http://bit.ly/GCUmM9
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Department of Energy -­‐ Western Area Power Administration ·
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IT Specialist job in Watertown, SD
$47,448.00 - $89,450.00/year
Link: http://bit.ly/xfiEIr
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DOE -­‐ Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy ·
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Mechanical Engineer job in Washington DC
$42,209.00 - $54,875.00/year
Link: http://bit.ly/GDJyM6
Closes 4/2
DOE -­‐ Bonneville Power Administration ·
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Director role in Washington DC
$101,933.00 - $132,510.00/year
Link: http://bit.ly/wLRAAt
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Financial Aid ·
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EXTREMELY IMPORTANT – If you expect to receive
financial aid, this year you MUST apply by the deadline,
otherwise you WILL NOT be eligible for it!
Deadline this year: April 30th
If you miss this deadline, there is NO AID for you. Let me
know if you encounter any obstacles or issues
Personal Finance Seminar for 4th Years – April 4th ·
Karin Bonding, CFA and Personal Finance and
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Commerce School Lecturer will talk on budgeting,
saving, employer retirement, benefits and more
Wednesday, April 4
Gilmer Hall 130, at 6:30pm
Sponsored by the Class of 2012 Trustees and the Office
of the Dean of Students
ODOS Website for the Middle Eastern Community ·
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Learn about the Middle Eastern Peer Mentoring program
(MEMP) and about our various community CIO’s
See the calendar and useful resource links
http://www.virginia.edu/deanofstudents/middle_east/
Julie Roa – Your ODOS Coordinator I help you navigate the University – if I don’t know,
chances are I can find out, so come ask.
My office is in Newcomb Hall, first floor across from
Bank of America in the Student Activities Center (SAC),
second office to your left. Come visit!
I usually have Office Hours. See my signature below.
I’m also very available by appointment. Email me at
[email protected]!
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|* *| Mondays 10am-11am at my office and
|* *| Thursdays 3pm-3:30pm at Alderman Library Café |* Where to find me: First floor of Newcomb Hall Student Activities Center / 2nd office to your left Phone: (434) 924.7449 Mail: P.O. Box 400708, C’ville 22904 / Fax: (434) 924.3889 http://www.virginia.edu/deanofstudents/middle_east/