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February 16, 2010: Student News
'Adopt a Grandparent Day’ Set for Feb. 28
Interested in service and helping the elderly? Sign up for the Adopt a Grandparent Day sponsored by the Community Outreach Office.
The event is set for Sunday, Feb. 28, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Jewish Home. For more information, e-mail Maria at marxm3@scranton.edu, Laura at capassoL2@scranton.edu, or Cara at brindleyc2@scranton.edu.
Economics Honor Society Accepting Applications
The International Economics Honor Society (ODE) is now accepting applications for membership from all students, both undergraduate and graduate. Criteria include a minimum of 12 credit hours of economics courses. The ODE induction dinner is scheduled for Thursday, May 6, in Brennan Hall 509. This year’s speaker is Jonathan Morduch of New York University.
The deadline for returning applications is Friday, March 5.
For more information about ODE or an application, contact Dr. Hong V. Nguyen at nguyen@scranton.edu.
The deadline for returning applications is Friday, March 5.
For more information about ODE or an application, contact Dr. Hong V. Nguyen at nguyen@scranton.edu.
Study Abroad Scholarship News
Are you from Northeastern Pennsylvania? Are you planning to study abroad in Ireland during the 2010 Fall or Spring Semesters?
Apply for the Dr. John H. Corcoran Scholarship for Study in Ireland sponsored by the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick of Lackawanna County. In 1984, the Friendly Sons established a perpetual scholarship fund to finance academic study in Ireland by a college student. Since its inception, the scholarship has been given in alternate years to a student from The University of Scranton and Marywood University.
Apply for the Dr. John H. Corcoran Scholarship for Study in Ireland sponsored by the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick of Lackawanna County. In 1984, the Friendly Sons established a perpetual scholarship fund to finance academic study in Ireland by a college student. Since its inception, the scholarship has been given in alternate years to a student from The University of Scranton and Marywood University.
Scholarship recipients must spend at least one semester at a college-level institution in Ireland and, upon return, discuss their experiences in Ireland with the executive committee of the Friendly Sons. The scholarship winner is chosen based on a GPA of 3.0 or above, services, activities, interests and work experience, and a personal statement and essay.
Since 1984, the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick has donated $42,000 to The University of Scranton through the scholarship program. Applications are available in the International Programs & Services Office located at 5110 Communications Wing, St. Thomas Hall.
STUDY ABROAD NEWS — STUDY ABROAD DURING SUMMER 2010
We encourage students interested in studying abroad during Summer/Fall 2010 to stop by our office to learn more about the many opportunities available to them. Contact the Office of International Programs and Services for more information.
STUDY ABROAD APPLICATION DEADLINE FOR SUMMER/FALL 2010 IS APRIL 1 (The more popular programs tend to fill up quickly so it is best to apply early!)
THE EXPERTS
Our globetrotting work-study students are here to help. They have studied in countries all over the world and are the true “experts” when it comes to studying abroad. All interested students are encouraged to stop by the Study Abroad Office.
These student “experts” are:
Jackie Woods, Southern Cross University, Lismore, Australia
Chris D’Elia, Southern Cross University, Lismore, Australia
Alison Good, University of Western Cape, South Africa
Jacqueline Caminiti, University of Wollongong, Australia
Kim Said, Semester at Sea
Dana O’Donnell, Southern Cross University, Lismore, Australia
Pattie Vongsoasup, National University of Singapore
Kelly Hurst, Southern Cross University, Lismore, Australia
Allie Reott, Umbra Institute, Perugia, Italy
Tyler Nye, Espíritu Santo, Guayaquil, Ecuador; John Felice Center, Rome, Italy; Barcelona, Spain
For more information, visit The Study Abroad Office, International Programs and Services, in St. Thomas Hall, 5th Floor. Or call 941-4841.
Kenya Summer 2010 Travel Course Scheduled
An information session about a graduate travel course to Kenya this summer, offered by the Education Department, is scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 24, at MGH 118 at 7:30 p.m. All students interested in this opportunity are invited to attend the session or to contact Dr. Tata Mbugua at mbuguat2@scranton.edu or Prof. Sandra Lamanna at lamannas2@scranton.edu.
Spring Concert Unveiling Slated for Feb. 18
The University of Scranton Programming Board's 2010 Spring Concert unveiling is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 18, at 11:30 a.m. on the DeNaples Center’s first floor. Come join us to see who will be performing on April 24!
For more information, contact Diana Spiridigliozzi at spiridiglid2@scranton.edu, Kevin Giblin at giblink2@scranton.edu or call the Student Forum at x6233.
For more information, contact Diana Spiridigliozzi at spiridiglid2@scranton.edu, Kevin Giblin at giblink2@scranton.edu or call the Student Forum at x6233.
Don't forget to visit the Programming Board's Web site at www.uspb.org
Apply for the Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. Scholarship
The Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. Scholarship for Diversity in Engineering & Information Technology is designed to promote the engineering and information technology profession to individuals from groups historically under-represented in these fields. The program has two facets:|
- Through scholarship aid, Air Products hopes to help assist the recipient students to successfully complete their degrees and do so in a timely fashion without financial strain.
- Scholarship recipients will receive consideration for internships and for employment following graduation.
Amount of Award:
The scholarship program allows for one scholarship of $7,500 to be applied toward tuition and fees beginning in the 2010-11 academic year. Air Products intends to renew the award for one year (2011-12) provided the recipient maintains appropriate academic standards.
Eligibility Criteria:
Full-time undergraduate students majoring only in:
- chemical engineering
- mechanical engineering
- information technology (computer science, management information systems (MIS) and IST)
- Will be enrolled as a JUNIOR in Fall of 2011
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
- Women and /or members of the following minority groups — American Indian or Alaska Native, Asian, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- Accepted at, or currently attending one of 85 member colleges and universities of the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Pennsylvania.
How to apply: Application forms are available at the Financial Aid Office. Return completed applications to your Financial Aid Office for submission to AICUP.
Deadline to apply: All applications must be returned to your Financial Aid Office for submission to AICUP. Applications must be returned to the Financial Aid Office by Tuesday, April 6.
Admissions Office Seeks Student Workers
Spring: Monday through Friday, 8:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Summer: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. or 12:30 – 4:30 p.m.
You must also be able to work select Saturdays and some breaks.
For more information, contact Paula Lynott, visit coordinator, at (570) 941-6656 or lynottp2@scranton.edu, or stop by the Estate to pick up an application.
Volunteering Opportunity at the Leahy Clinic
Trip to Montreal Scheduled
Registration and non-refundable deposit of $50 is due by Wednesday, Feb 24, and the balance is due no later than March 10. For registration and information, contact Marion Denis at 570-815-7286 or denism2@scranton.edu.
Checks payable to The University of Scranton and may be given to Denis (O’Hara 324), Dr. Marzia Caporale (O'Hara 319) or Joyce Knott (O'Hara 301). No refunds after March 23.
Valid passport or PASS card required. Please see http://studenttravel.about.com/od/uspassports/a/passports_4.htm. Foreign nationals may need to obtain a visa. Please check rules specific to each foreign country online.
The Making a Difference in Nursing Scholarship Fund
Sharon Hudacek, professor of nursing, and her husband established this fund to assist LPN students to offset tuition charges at The University of Scranton. The scholarship is funded from book royalties and community donations that support nursing educations. We have recently been fortunate to receive funding from Northeast Golf Charities (Nationwide Golf Tournament — Glenmaura Country Club).
Applications are available in the Nursing Department and in The Financial Aid Office. The scholarship deadline is Monday, Feb. 22.
AICPA Scholarship Opportunities Available
• AICPA/Accountemps Student Scholarship — a joint program with Accountemps, awarding five $2,500 scholarships to students pursuing a degree in accounting, finance or information systems.
• John L. Carey Scholarship — $5,000 scholarships for up to 10 liberal arts or other non-business related degree holders preparing to enter a graduate accounting program.
• AICPA Scholarship for Minority Accounting Students — financial awards of up to $5,000 for undergraduate and graduate minority accounting students.
• AICPA Fellowship for Minority Doctoral Students — up to $12,000 for nearly 20 full-time minority accounting doctoral students.
• We encourage you to share this information with students, friends and colleagues.
For more information, visit www.aicpa.org/aec, contact the AICPA Academic & Career Awareness Team at educat@aicpa.org or call (919) 402-4014. Applications are available at www.aicpa.org.aec, and the deadline is April 1.
Mardi Gras at the Library set Feb. 16
Networking Luncheon Slated for Feb. 18
USPB Hosts Coffeehouse Feb. 17
Don't forget to visit the Programming Board’s Web site at www.uspb.org.
LCHFC seeks volunteers
For more information, e-mail Cara Brindley at brindleyc2@scranton.edu.
Seeking Peer Educators
Apply online at www.scranton.edu/chew or at the Center for Health Education and Wellness to become a peer educator. Applications are now available to join one of the seven peer education teams: nutrition, physical activity, tobacco, mental health, HIV/AIDS & STIs, late-night programming, and alcohol and drug prevention.
For more information, stop by the office, visit our Web site or call us at 941-4253.
Apply now for the McLean Scholarship
Who is eligible: This scholarship is open to all full time undergraduate students attending one of AICUP’s 84 institutions who are enrolled in a Nursing or Physician’s Assistant program. The student must also have at least a 3.0 GPA. Candidates should also be campus leaders and community volunteers.
How to apply: Application forms are available at the Financial Aid Office. Return completed applications to your Financial Aid Office for submission to AICUP.
Deadline to apply: All applications must be returned to your Financial Aid Office for submission to AICUP. Applications must be returned to the Financial Aid Office by Tuesday, April 6, 2010.
For more information, contact the Financial Aid Office.
Apply now for the Commonwealth “Good Citizen” Scholarship
Who is eligible: This scholarship is open to all full time undergraduate students attending one of AICUP’s 85 institutions, who has an extraordinary commitment to community service and who has demonstrated creativity in shaping his/her volunteer activities.
How to apply: Application forms are available at the Financial Aid Office. Return completed applications to your financial aid office for submission to AICUP. Please note that students should not send applications directly to AICUP- they will not be accepted.
Deadline to apply: All applications must be returned to your Financial Aid Office for submission to AICUP by April 6, 2010.
For more information, see the Financial Aid Office.
Foreign Language National Honor Society Enrolling New Members
Requirements are the following:
— For full membership, two consecutive A or A-'s in language courses (in the same language) at the Composition and Conversation (311-312) level or above.
— For associate membership, two consecutive B+'s or better in language courses (in the same language) at the Composition and Conversation (311-312) level or above, or a noteworthy academic record in more than one language. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.
All applications are individually screened. Only completed semester grades are considered. Application forms are available from Joyce Knott, Department Secretary, 301 O'Hara Hall, as well as from departmental faculty.
The induction ceremony and luncheon are scheduled for Tuesday, May 4, from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the DeNaples Center 405.
Inductees will receive their certificates of membership and society pins; graduating seniors will receive their gold honors cords.
Deadline for applications and payment of fee is Tuesday, April 20. The membership fee of $50 — cash or check — includes the luncheon. Applications without fees will not be considered. Please make checks to the University of Scranton and leave completed applications with Knott.
Fees will be returned to those students not accepted for membership.
The Writing Center is Open
The University’s Writing Center, located in St. Thomas Hall, Room STT 588D, is open. For more information, contact 941-6147.
You can:
• Drop by to meet with a consultant
• Call to schedule an appointment
• Request an appointment via http://matrix.scranton.edu/academics/ctle/writing/index.shtml
Our hours of operation are:
• Monday 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
• Tuesday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
• Wednesday 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
• Thursday 9: a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Friday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Real-time online consultations are also available:
• Thursday 8 – 10 p.m.
• Sunday 1 – 3 p.m.
Learn how at http://academic.scranton.edu/department/ctle/writing/google.pdf
You can:
• Drop by to meet with a consultant
• Call to schedule an appointment
• Request an appointment via http://matrix.scranton.edu/academics/ctle/writing/index.shtml
Our hours of operation are:
• Monday 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
• Tuesday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
• Wednesday 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
• Thursday 9: a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Friday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Real-time online consultations are also available:
• Thursday 8 – 10 p.m.
• Sunday 1 – 3 p.m.
Learn how at http://academic.scranton.edu/department/ctle/writing/google.pdf
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