Friday, February 27, 2009

FREE PRACTICE TEST FOR INDIANA UNIVERSITY STUDENTS-Make Up Session

On March 7th Kaplan will be offering a campus-wide MAKE UP opportunity for students to take a free practice GRE, LSAT, or MCAT, administered under simulated testing conditions at the IU Kelly School of Business.

Kaplan’s Practice Test is a terrific opportunity for prospective business, graduate, law, and medical students to answer a critical question, "If I took the exam today, how would I score?"

Last year, tens of thousands of Kaplan Practice Test participants assessed their test-taking skills while learning valuable strategies to help them ace the real test. Since admission to LAW, BUSINESS, GRADUATE, and MEDICAL School is fierce, a high exam score is crucial to the admissions process.

We would like to invite students to participate in the Kaplan Practice Test Event taking place on your campus on March 7th.

To register, students may call 1-800-KAP-TEST today or visit Kaplan online at www.kaptest.com/practice.

You may also contact Keely Davenport via email at Keely.davenport@kaplan.com

Higher Scores Guaranteed!! Register at 1-800-KAP-TEST or KAPTEST.com

Thursday, February 26, 2009

Student Academic Center Free Workshops for the Weeks of 3/2/09 through 3/25/09

Monday, 3/2/09, Improving Reading Speed, 7:00-8:00pm, Briscoe Academic Support Center

Tuesday, 3/3/09, How To Ace Your Next Exam, 7:00-8:00pm, Teter TEF 258

Wednesday, 3/4/09, How To Ace Your Next Exam, 7:00-8:00pm, Ballantine Hall 231

Monday, 3/9/09, Emergency Test Preparation: A Systematic Approach to Cramming, 7:00-8:00pm, Forest Academic Support Center

Tuesday, 3/10/09, How To Master Essay Exams, 7:00-8:00pm, Teter TEF 258

Wednesday, 3/11/09, How To Master Essay Exams, 7:00-8:00pm, Ballantine Hall 231

Tuesday, 3/24/09, Making Groups Work for You, 7:00-8:00pm, Teter TEF 258

Wednesday, 3/25/09, Making Groups Work for You, 7:00-8:00pm, Ballantine
Hall 231

Student Academic Workshops are open to all students, so it's not
necessary to sign up in advance in order to attend. However, it's a
good idea to arrive early to get seating. Questions and/or concerns
can be addressed to Sharon Chertkoff, Ph.D., Basic Skills and Outreach
Coordinator, SAC, Office of the Vice Provost for Undergraduate
Education, 855-7313.

Tuesday, February 24, 2009

Information Session on the Summer Workshop in Slavic, East European & Central Asian Languages (June 19-August 14, 2009)

Monday, March 2, 2009 4:30-5:30pm in Ballantine Hall 148

Interested in an international career or study abroad? Want to improve
your language skills or learn a new language for research? Want to
increase your marketability?

Then come learn about SWSEEL:
-Complete one year of language instruction in only 8 weeks
-Small classes, intensive study
-Native-speaker instructors
-Extensive extra-curricular cultural activities
-All students receive in-state tuition rates
-Ample funding opportunities

Languages and Levels Offered in 2008:
Azerbaijani 1-2
Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian* 1
Czech 1
Georgian 1-2
Hungarian 1
Kazakh 1-2
Macedonian* 1
Mongolian 1
Pashto 1-2
Romanian* 1
Polish 1
Russian 1-6
Slovene 1
Turkmen 1-2
Uyghur 1-2
Uzbek 1-2
Ukrainian 1

(*These languages are ACLS-funded and tuition-free for grad students
specializing in any field related to Eastern Europe)

If you are unable to attend this session but would like more
information about SWSEEL, please email Andrew Burton,
angburto@indiana.edu

IU Summer Camp Jobs Fair- THIS WEDNESDAY, Feb. 25th!

Attention Indiana University Students: Plan on Attending the IU SUMMER CAMP JOBS FAIR --- THIS Wednesday, February 25, 2009 (at the Indiana Memorial Union's Alumni Hall from 11:30-3pm).

OVER 65 different camp representatives from across the United States will be in attendance to recruit IU students for summer work and volunteer work. Working at summer camp is great opportunity for college students to enhance their transferable skills in communication, problem solving, leadership, and event planning. Working at a camp can be an invaluable experience to have on a resume! For more information, please contact Julie Knapp at julknapp@indiana.edu or visit the website at www.indiana.edu/~campfair to see participating camps.

Career Development Events for the Week of February 23rd!

* RESUME SUBMISSION DEADLINES
* OPEN INTERVIEW SCHEDULE DEADLINES
* NETWORKING NIGHT: HOSPITALITY, EVENT PLANNING AND
TOURISM
* SUMMER CAMP FAIR
* FEDERAL GOVERNMENT JOBS: WHERE TO FIND THEM AND HOW TO
APPLY
* IT'S EASY BEING GREEN! SUSTAINABILITY CAREERS & THE GREEN
JOB MARKET
* HEALTH PROGRAMS FAIR
* INTERVIEWING 101
* RESUME WRITING 101

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RESUME SUBMISSION DEADLINES:

3/27/09:
AT&T Mobility-Nationwide
Position: Retail Sales Leadership Program

3/30/09:
Conseco Services, LLC
Position: Agent Care Representative

Submit your resume and learn more about these and other positions through myIUcareers.

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OPEN INTERVIEW SCHEDULE DEADLINES:

3/3/09:
Edward Jones
Position: Financial Advisor

3/10/09:
Fund for the Public Interest
Position: Citizen Outreach Director

4/13/09:
Walgreens
Positions: Retail Management Trainee, Retail Management Internship

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NETWORKING NIGHT: HOSPITALITY, EVENT PLANNING AND TOURISM Tuesday, February 24, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Devault Alumni Center, 1000 E. 17th Street

Join IU Alumni and career professionals in the diverse fields of hospitality, event planning, and tourism for an evening of networking.
Guest speakers will participate in a panel discussion focusing on their unique career paths and share advice for students entering the world of work. An introduction to the art of networking will follow with light refreshments and the opportunity to mingle with the guest speakers.
Don't miss this great event. Panelists include:

* Bob Desautels, Indiana Convention and Visitors Bureau
* Tosha Daugherty, Bloomington Convention and Visitors Center
* Daniel Burton, Hilton Garden Inn
* Ginny Hollenback, Travel Authority
* Paul Wagoner, Grant Street Inn
* Jay Freund, French Lick Resorts and Casino

RSVP through myIUcareers.

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SUMMER CAMP FAIR
Wednesday, February 25, 11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Alumni Hall - Indiana Memorial Union

Working at a camp is a great opportunity for IU students to enhance their transferable skills in communication, problem solving, leadership, and event planning, just to name a few! For students interested in teaching, counseling, outdoor education, sports marketing, or many other career fields, working at a camp can be an invaluable experience to have on a resume! Many camps will work with students to turn their counselor position into an internship. Up to 80 camps from around the nation will be attending the Summer Camp Jobs Fair to talk to students about hundreds of summer camp job opportunities. Match your special skills this summer with a job that is fun, exciting and offers you a valuable learning experience. To see a list of participating camps, please visit HPERcareers.com.

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FEDERAL GOVERNMENT JOBS: WHERE TO FIND THEM AND HOW TO APPLY Wednesday, February 25, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Career Development Center, 625 N. Jordan Ave.

Interested in working for the federal government? Attend this workshop to learn how to find opportunities and navigate the federal government hiring process. We will provide answers to the following questions: Are all of the jobs in D.C.? What sectors are growing? What does the pay look like? Are there federal government internships? How do I find openings? How do I create a federal resume?

RSVP through myIUcareers.

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IT'S EASY BEING GREEN! SUSTAINABILITY CAREERS & THE GREEN JOB MARKET Thursday, February 26, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Dogwood Room, Indiana Memorial Union

Green careers aren't just for environmental science majors! Come learn about:

* The wide variety of green career options for all types of
majors in this soon-to-be-exploding field
* How to choose a green career that's right for you
* Getting experience to boost your chances of successfully
entering the green job market
* Green job and internship search strategies

You will also have an opportunity to network with green employers over refreshments. This event is free and open to all students. Space is limited.

Questions? Contact Doug Hanvey at
dhanvey@indiana.edu> or 855-7837 for more information.

RSVP through myIUcareers.

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HEALTH PROGRAMS FAIR
Wednesday, March 4, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Alumni Hall, Indiana Memorial Union


Attending the Health Programs Fair is crucial for students planning to apply to medical schools or considering a career in the health professions! Come find out about career options and educational opportunities related to the healthcare professions! Meet directly with representatives from medical schools and health professions programs.
Find out about volunteer opportunities and student organizations.

Co-sponsored by IU Health Professions and Prelaw Center and the Departments of Applied Health Science, Biology, Chemistry, Kinesiology, Physics, Psychology, Sociology, and Speech & Hearing Sciences, the Human Biology Program, and the School of Nursing.

To learn more, visit
http://www.hpplc.indiana.edu/medicine/med-hpf.shtml.
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INTERVIEWING 101
Wednesday, March 4, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Career Development Center, 625 N. Jordan Ave.

Join us at this workshop to learn how to successfully execute this important part of the job search. Topics will include: - Types of interviews - What to expect - How to prepare - What to wear - Tips for dealing with anxiety - And much more! There is no bad time to improve your interviewing skills! Don't miss this great opportunity to give yourself a competitive advantage.
RSVP through myIUcareers.

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RESUME WRITING 101
Thursday, March 5, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Career Development Center, 625 N. Jordan Ave.

Join us at this workshop to learn how to successfully execute this important part of the job search. Topics will include: - Why having a good resume is important - How to strategically format and organize your resume - Using the job description to your advantage - How to sell yourself using your past experiences - The do's and don'ts of successful resume writing - And much more! There is no bad time to learn how to improve your resume! Don't miss this great opportunity to give yourself a competitive advantage.
RSVP through myIUcareers.

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When you're looking for jobs, be sure to check the job listings (by using the "search jobs" feature) as well as the Interviews and Events tabs to find jobs that will have on-campus interviews.

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BENEFITS OF myIUcareers:

Participate in on-campus interviews for internship and full-time employment/Access online postings for part-time, internship, fellowship, and full-time positions/View the IU Career Development Center and Arts and Sciences Career Services calendar of interviews and events and RSVP for workshops and employer information sessions/ Obtain contact information for employers actively partnered with the Career Development Center and Arts and Sciences Career Services

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Friday, February 20, 2009

Have you ever seen ...

America's youngest volcano? California's highest peak? The driest place in the western hemisphere?

If you would like to see these and more while earning academic credit, come to an introductory presentation on the "Volcanoes of the Eastern Sierra Nevada" class next Tuesday, February 24 at 5:30 p.m. in Foster International LLC (Foster-Shea ground floor, 1000 N. Fee Lane). Get FREE PIZZA and the information you need to know before your go!

** INFORMATIONAL MEETING**

NOTE: Informal Presentation for Prospective Participants
Where: Foster International LLC (Foster-Shea ground floor)
When: Tuesday, February 24, 5:30 PM
Refreshments: Free pizza!

** NEW COURSE ANNOUNCEMENT **

Students! Interested in an exciting new way to take an introductory science course in a spectacular mountain setting? Through the support of the Collins Living-Learning Center, the Dept. of Geological Sciences, and the College of Arts & Sciences, we will be again offering our introductory-level "expeditions" science course, directed at both science and non-science students, and taught in the mountains of the eastern Sierra Nevada. The course, entitled "Volcanoes of the Eastern Sierra Nevada: Geology and Natural Heritage of the Long Valley Caldera," is open to all students on the IU campus. The course will be taught by Michael Hamburger, professor of Geological Sciences. The class offers a hands-on, inquiry-oriented introduction to the geological and ecological setting of one of the most beautiful and environmentally diverse areas of the western U.S.

Students can register for the class either as GEOL G188 or Collins Living-Learning Center (L130). Both listings are eligible for COAS TOPICS and N&M sciences credit. The course will be taught in the first summer session, and will include a prerequisite seminar-style class during the second half of the spring semester (GEOL G190, CLLC L100), followed by a 2-week field trip to the Sierras, May 16 - 30.

If you are interested, take a look at our course web site:

http://www.indiana.edu/~sierra/

where you'll find course information, some great photos from last year's field course and on-line application information.

Questions? Contact Michael Hamburger (hamburg@indiana.edu) with any questions about the class.

Thursday, February 19, 2009

Reuben Scholarship for the Study of the Holocaust

The Robert A. and Sandra S. Borns Jewish Studies Program at Indiana University announces the 10th annual

**Sara and Albert Reuben Scholarships*

to Support the Study of the Holocaust

Two $1,000 Scholarships

Application deadline: Friday, March 6, 2009

The Robert A. and Sandra S. Borns Jewish Studies Program at Indiana University is pleased to announce the tenth annual Sara and Albert Reuben Scholarships to support the study of the Holocaust. Two $1,000 scholarships will be announced in the late spring of 2009 to support study of the Holocaust. During the academic year 2009-2010 the scholarships may support funding to attend Holocaust-related conferences, to do research in archives and libraries, to subsidize a Holocaust-related internship, to engage in research and to support honors theses, master's theses, or a dissertation, and other academic initiatives related to the Holocaust. The monies can only be awarded in the fall and/or spring when the recipient is a full-time student.

REQUIREMENTS: The scholarships are open to all Indiana University Bloomington undergraduate and graduate students from any department or college on campus. Undergraduate students must have a minimum GPA of 3.4. Students must be enrolled at Indiana University Bloomington during the Spring 2009 semester (the semester of application) and continue as enrolled students during the semester or year when the scholarship funding is awarded.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Please submit: (1) a one-page proposal setting forth how funding will further study of the Holocaust; (2) a completed application forms (see: http://www.indiana.edu/~jsp/reuben.html) and
(3) two recommendation
forms (see: http://www.indiana.edu/~jsp/reuben.html) from IU faculty. Note: Jewish Studies majors, certificate, and Hebrew minor students should apply using the application forms for continuing Jewish Studies student scholarships and internships. Applications should be sent to: Borns Jewish Studies Program, Indiana University, Goodbody Hall 326, 1011 E. 3rd Street, Bloomington, IN 47405-7005; Phone (812) 855-0453; FAX (812) 855-4314. Application deadline is Friday, March 6,
2009.
For information about scholarships and taxability, you may see http://www.irs.gov/publications/p970/index.html

ANNOUNCEMENT OF SCHOLARSHIPS: Recipients will be notified in early April, 2009 and will be recognized at the annual Jewish Studies Program Student-Faculty Dinner on Monday, April 20, 2009.

These scholarships are an expression of Indianapolis residents Sara and the late Albert Reuben's strong commitment to the advancement of learning and research about a crucial dimension of modern history.