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April 26, 2011: Student News
Fulbright Scholarship Info Sessions Slated May 3
Dr. Susan Trussler will present three information sessions for students interested in learning more about the Fulbright process on Tuesday, May 3, in the Rose Room (Brennan Hall, room 509.) Sessions will be at 11:30 a.m., 1:30 and 5 p.m. Each session will last about an hour and is geared for all classes (freshmen through graduate students.) Students graduating in 2011 and 2012 will start the formal application process in a few weeks. If you plan to apply in the 2011 cycle to spend 2012-2013 overseas you must attend one of these sessions. Interested juniors who currently are studying abroad should check out the Fulbright website, www.fulbrightonline.org/us, and contact Dr. Trussler via e-mail at trussler@scranton.edu.
Foursquare Frenzy Continues
And don't forget the person with the most mayorships at the end of the month will be named the Mayor of The University of Scranton and receive a mayor's sweatshirt and an iPod! Keep playing the Frenzy during April and remember to leave tips at venues as you check-in, you have to leave at least five useful tips to prove you have what it takes to be the Mayor.
Visit http://on.fb.me/hAPMNx for more info about Foursquare Frenzy including a list of participating venues.
Peace Studies Program Offered in Switzerland
Dr. Tata Mbugua will be offering detailed 30-40 minute information sessions to juniors, seniors and graduate students on Thursday, April 28, in MGH 110 at 4, 5 and 7 p.m. The summer program (July 3 – 31, 2011) will comprise of academic classes, six to seven hours per week of “Service for Leadership” practical work, a field trip to Geneva and full participation in the Caux Forum for Human Security. Some major learning components of the course include conflict transformation and analysis, trauma healing and justice, leadership, conflict analysis tools and resolution skills. For more information, contact Dr. Tata Mbugua at mbuguat2@scranton.edu.
12th Annual President's Breakfast for Students
Call for Ushers, Ticket Takers & Concession Workers
The sign-up sheet for "A Man's A Man" is now posted on the box office door (CLP 115), so come on in!
The performances are Fridays & Saturdays, April 29 and 30, and May 6 and 7 at 8 p.m. (staff reports at 7:15 p.m.), and Sundays, May 1 & 8, at 2 p.m. (staff reports at 1:15 p.m.).
Career Services Carnival Set for Friday
Resumania Scheduled This Week
The Office of Career Services is holding Resumania on the DeNaple Center's patio from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the following dates:
- Tuesday, April 26
- Wednesday, April 27
- Thursday, April 28
Library to Offer $500 Award – Deadline Extended
The Weinberg Memorial Library has created a new academic award, The Library Research Prize, for undergraduate University of Scranton students. It recognizes excellence in research projects that show evidence of significant knowledge in the methods of research and the information gathering process, and use of library resources, tools and services. All students in any discipline, who are completing a research project for a for credit course at The University are eligible to apply. If it is a group project, all students in the group must submit an application. The application includes a 500-700 word essay on the research methods and information gathering process, a final version of the assignment, a letter of faculty support, and a bibliography of sources consulted.
A panel composed of University of Scranton faculty and staff will judge entries on the evidence of the applicant's research strategy and personal learning as summarized in the description of the research project. Expectations for achievement will be commensurate with the applicant's class year and the requirements of the discipline.
A $500 award will be given to the selected student or group. If won by a group, then the award will be split equally among the group members.
Dates to remember:
- Application Deadline: Friday, April 29, 2011, at 4 p.m.
- Winner Notification: May 9, 2011
- Reception: May 12, 2011
If you have any questions, you may contact Bonnie Oldham, information literacy coordinator, by phone (570-941-4000) or e-mail (bonnie.oldham@scranton.edu). For more information, you may visit www.scranton.edu/libraryresearchprize.
Leadership Programming Intern Positions Available
Become a Royal Leadership Consultant
If you have ever wanted to strengthen your own leadership ability while helping others, becoming a Royal Leadership Consultant is perfect for you! Applications are available now at www.scranton.edu/leadership. The applications are due April 27, at 4:30 p.m. to the Office of Student Activities and Orientation, DeNaples Center, room 205. Interviews for the position will be held the week of May 2. No leadership experience necessary! For more information, e-mail leadership@scranton.edu.
Attention Graduating Class of 2011! Scholarship Opportunity Available
The Edward J. Spitzer Scholarship was endowed to The University of Scranton by the estate of Marian Robling to assist a University graduating senior who will be attending a graduate program in the area of Business Administration at any college during the 2011-12 academic year.
Applications can be downloaded directly from the University’s financial aid website at http://matrix.scranton.edu/financial-aid/SpitzerScholarshipApplication202011.pdf and must be submitted to The University of Scranton’s Financial Aid Office no later than Friday, April 29, 2011.
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