The end of the semester is here. I hope you enjoyed your time and
you learned a lot. This is the last newsletter of the semester and
it’s packed with good info. You might want to pull it back up
after your exams to read it carefully. Don’t forget to do it, you
don’t want to miss out! By the way, I have some Pan Dulce, hot chocolate and coffee in
my office right now: First come, first served! Come by, enjoy,
chat and go back to your studies! Have a wonderful break. See
you next semester! Index I.
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Involvement Upcoming University Events (much free food) Internships Explore various careers Job Search Funding, Scholarships and Grants Resources “Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity” – Seneca
(mid-1st century AD). -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The UVa Board of Visitors: Become the Student Member ·
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This is a prestigious position: each year, the Board of
Visitors selects one student to serve on the board as a
member
Learn more and find the online application here.
If you have any questions, feel free to e-mail [email protected].
3rd years: Apply to live on THE Lawn ·
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An honor meant to recognize students for unselfish service
to the University and achievement in their respective fields
of activity and academics
Application must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on Friday,
January 6th
Read more about living on the Lawn here and here
Admission Office is hosting a video contest! ·
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The Office of Admission is looking to expand their
YouTube presence!
The attached flyer and rules sheet will help you get your
voice heard
This is a great way to help recruit for UVa!
Winter 2012 Activities Fair ·
Represent your CIO and recruit new members by signing
up at www.atuva.net
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Find out what exciting new groups you can join!
Newcomb Ballroom, January 24th from 11 AM to 2 PM
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In February, families will need assistance filling out tax
forms
Bilingual volunteers are needed from noon-4pm (or
anytime thereof) on February 18th, 19th, 25th and 26th.
If you’re interested in coming for any or all of the sessions,
email me to sign up ([email protected]). We will arrange
for your training and other logistics so sign up soon!
About the Southwood Community: It is a mobile home
park owned by Habitat for Humanity off 5th street
extended. The community has a strong Hispanic population
with a 60% majority.
Southwood tax volunteers needed ·
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Southwood Tutoring ·
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Tutor elementary-aged children once a week for two hours
at the Southwood Community Center next semester.
Contact Program Director Alexandra Triana at
[email protected] or fill out an application form by
clicking on the application link.
Holiday Open House at Carr’s Hill ·
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TODAY - Thursday, Dec 8th at Carr’s Hill. 3pm – 6pm
For more info, contact Stacy Smith at [email protected]
UPC’s Midnight Breakfast! ·
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Delicious FREE food TONIGHT
Newcomb Dining Hall. 11pm-1am.
First come First served
UPC’s Bananas in Pajamas ·
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Take a break for delicious FREE banana splits
Come THIS Friday to Clemons between 11pm and 12:30
White House Summer 2012 internship ·
Program is designed to mentor and cultivate today’s young
leaders, strengthen their understanding of the Executive
Office of the President and prepare them for future public
service opportunities.
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White House Internship website:
http://www.whitehouse.gov/about/internships/
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Deadline: January 22nd, 2012
International Affairs Fellowship for 2nd years ·
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The UNCFSP Institute for International Public Policy is
one of the nation’s premier fellowship programs in global
affairs for underrepresented students.
Visit us on the web at WWW.UNCFSP.ORG/IIPP, hear our ·
Fellows’ stories, join our Facebook page, follow us on Twitter, or read all about it at please follow this link
If you’re planning to seek admission to an advanced degree
in international affairs, this is a great opportunity!
2nd years: Wells Fargo wants to meet you ·
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Interested in finance?
Two-day summit (March 29th and 30th) will be held in our
Charlotte, North Carolina
Wells Fargo will pay all student travel and lodging related
expenses
Apply by February 1st, 2012
Info here: WFS Sophomore Diversity Summit.pdf
2nd and 3rd years: Excellence in Accounting by PwC ·
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Leadership Excellence in the Accounting Profession at
McIntire (LEAP)
February weekend conference
Apply by December 15th at
http://www.commerce.virginia.edu/academic_programs/Pages/LE
[email protected]
Procter and Gamble 2010 Diversity Virtual Career Fair ·
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January 11, 2012; 10am-6pm.
Chat with representatives from every function within P&G
in ”real time”.
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Over 200 Procter and Gamble employees will be available
“live” to answer questions about our company, careers,
culture and more!
Learn how to become an intern, co-op or full-time
employee.
Registration Link:
https://presentations.inxpo.com/Shows/PG/DiversityCareerFair/1-11-12/Registration/registration.html
4th years: Passionate about Access to College? ·
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The Virginia College Advising Corps is looking for
service-oriented individuals!
Two-year Americorps program that places recent UVA
graduates into high schools and community colleges across
the state.
College advisors mentor students as they complete the SAT
and ACT, fill out college applications, and navigate the
financial aid process.
For more information, visit our website at
www.virginia.edu/vcac
4th years: Mundo Verde Bilingual Charter Public School in DC ·
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Fluent in Spanish? Have you thought about teaching as a
career?
This school is hiring 8 teaching staff for the 2012-2013
academic year. An education degree is not required.
The school is able to help process work-visas!
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Candidates can learn about Mundo Verde at
http://www.mundoverdepcs.org/
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Employment application:
http://www.mundoverdepcs.org/application-teaching-position/
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Our very own alumnus Elsa Jimenez is on the executive
board of this school. If you have questions or want to let
her know of your interest, contact her at
[email protected]
Everyone coming back for a following year: Work for Residence Life! ·
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Get free housing, a free meal plan and an amazing learning
experience!
The Residence Life Office website has detailed information
about the mission and core values of the Resident Staff
program
Applications are due on Friday January 27th 2012 for RA
in First Year Areas or Upper Class Areas and Friday
January 20th 2012 for Focused Areas.
See the Selections Page for a screenshot video outlining the
application/interview process, FAQs and dates for info
sessions
Spring job: Intramural-­‐Rec ·
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Currently hiring swim instructors to teach children
throughout the spring on weekends
Interviews: Jan 11-13
Applications are available online
Summer job: Conference Services ·
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The grounds are busy over the summer with more than 100
sports camps, corporate conferences and UVA programs
Become a Conference Expert!
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Read more and find the application here:
www.uvaconferenceservices.com.
Due Friday, January 27, 2012
HoosForHire.com ·
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“Think of it as Craigslist, but legitimate”
Post skills such as tutoring, computer help, babysitting and
more.
Charlottesville residents can contact you about
employment!
Private Scholarships ·
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Student Financial Services keeps a list of private
scholarships that UVA students have earned in the past.
Browse the SFS list and research those which might match
your academic credentials
Also make use of the scholarship search engines that they
recommend on that same link
Alumni Association Scholarships ·
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Unless a geographic region is indicated, the listed
scholarships are open to international students
Deadlines vary. Check often.
For more information, or to receive an application, please
contact Molly Bass at (434) 243-9019 or
[email protected].
More Scholarships and Fellowships ·
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The Center for Undergraduate Excellence lists dozens of
scholarships that support learning, teaching, studying
abroad and more.
See http://www.virginia.edu/cue/scholarships.php
Deadlines vary
Funding unpaid internship opportunities ·
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University Career Services keeps a list of funding sources
at http://www.career.virginia.edu/internship/funding.php
Deadlines vary.
ODOS Website for the Hispanic/Latino Community ·
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Learn about the Peer Mentoring Program and about our
various community CIO’s
See the calendar and useful resource links
Find an archive of all our past newsletters!
http://www.virginia.edu/deanofstudents/lhla/
Student Council ·
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If you have ideas about things you want to see improve or
change, use www.SpeakUpUVa.com to be heard! StudCo
has completed over 50 suggestions already this year!
Check out StudentDeals to get deals at restaurants and
stores you love: www.StudentDeals.com/UVa
Doughnuts with the Deans – 1st year students ·
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Association Deans and faculty/staff from the Office of the
Dean of Students (ODOS) come to your dorm on Tuesdays
throughout the fall so that you can meet them in an
informal setting!
Join us for doughnuts and conversation
Visit here for more the schedule and more information!
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. They’re over for the
semester, but I’ll schedule them again when you all return,
watch for them and come by!
I’m also very available by appointment. Email me at
[email protected]!
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This newsletter focuses on opportunities that involve leadership, research, internships, scholarships, community service, jobs, grants, involvement, and more resources for you. To unsubscribe, please visit https://lists.virginia.edu/sympa and click unsubscribe on your individual class list. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Julie Roa Program Coordinator for Multicultural Student Services Office of the Dean of Students University of Virginia ____________________________________________________ *| Office hours (Fall
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|* *| Tuesdays 11am-noon at my office and
|* *| Wednesdays 2-2:30pm 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/lhla/