March 28, 2024
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1) BIO Emergency $$
2) L&S Peer Advsng Jobs
3) Wkshps for Grads
4) Post-Undrgrd Fllwshp
5) Leadership Progs
6) College Corps
7) Alt Breaks 2025 Ldrshp Team
8) L&S Chicanx/Latinx Advsng
9) Discovery Wkshps
10) Just in Time Job/Intrnshp Fair
11) RA in UCB Lab
12) Still no Ticket Link
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1) BIO Emergency $$
BIO Emergency $$
BIO Spring 2024 Emergency Aid Fund for Undergraduate Students: Berkeley International Office (BIO) has limited funding available for F-1 and J-1 international undergraduate students in need of financial assistance in Spring 2024. The BIO Emergency Aid Fund is a living expenses award intended for those in need of short-term aid due to unforeseen circumstances such as geopolitical events, natural disasters or other extenuating circumstances. Eligible students in need of assistance should meet with a BIO advisor to explore options.
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2) L&S Peer Advsng Jobs
L&S Peer Advsng Jobs
L&S Peer Advisers Recruiting for the 24-25 Academic Year: L&S Peer Adviser applications are now open for the 2024-2025 academic year! Share the following announcement with any Letters & Science students, particularly those who are interested in the fields of education, counseling, or any careers related to student development or higher education. The GPA requirement has been relaxed from a 3.00 to a 2.00 in order to place a stronger focus on other qualities of the application: the student's unique background and experience in the context of opportunities available to them; transferable skills, interests and values; quality of interview, and letter of recommendation. Please share the position description and application with students you think would be a good fit. Applications are due April 8.
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3) Wkshps for Grads
Wkshps for Grads
Discovery Workshops for Graduating Undergrads | April 8 & 11: Upcoming hybrid workshops from the Discovery Hub are designed for graduating undergraduate students (or those worried about graduation) to hone their story for the next chapter of life. Lunch will be provided to the first 30 in-person attendees. Interested undergraduates should register to attend in advance
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4) Post-Undrgrd Fllwshp
Post-Undrgrd Fllwshp
Shinnyo College Access Fellowship: This 9-month paid post-undergraduate fellowship supports one recent graduate from UC Berkeley in discovering their personal path to peace through immersive service supporting a partnership between Berkeley High School and Berkeley City College to increase college access. Interested undergraduate students are invited to visit the Shinnyo College Access Fellowship Program website to learn more about the 2024-2025, where they can access the recording of the March 22 info session and application (due April 14).
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5) Leadership Progs
Leadership Progs
2024-2025 Student Leadership Programs at the Public Service Center: The Public Service Center is recruiting students to join our 2024-2025 student leadership programs. Students interested in growing as a social justice leader and supporting their community while earning money for their education are invited to check out the website and for information and applications for College Corps Fellows, Peter E. Haas Public Service Leaders, and Public Service Internships
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6) College Corps
College Corps
Applications are open for College Corps 2024-2025: Applications are now open for the College Corps Program.Students can combine academics and hands-on work experience with nonprofits or government agencies focusing on environmental justice, K-12 education, or behavioral health and wellness. Students can receive $7,000 in living stipends & a $3,000 Education Award after completing 450 hours of service. Students can email collegecorps@berkeley.edu with questions.
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7) Alt Breaks 2025 Ldrshp Team
Alt Breaks 2025 Ldrshp Team
Alternative Breaks Leadership Team Recruiting for 2024-2025 Academic Year: Students can apply to lead a Spring 2025 social justice trip or apply to direct the program. Alternative Breaks offers UC Berkeley undergraduates and graduates an immersive experiential learning opportunity during academic breaks. Students take a semester-long DeCal to explore social justice issues and learn from community partners during spring break. Need-based scholarships are available.
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Break Leaders share their passion and facilitate a 2-unit DeCal course on their trip's social justice issue. They will also plan and coordinate a spring break service-learning trip in collaboration with community partners. Interested students should apply by April 7
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Directors support Break Leaders behind the scenes and manage the program. Interested students should review the open roles and apply by April 7
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8) L&S Chicanx/Latinx Advsng
L&S Chicanx/Latinx Advsng
L&S Chicanx/Latinx Student Development Satellite Advising: L&S is offering satellite advising for Chicanx/Latinx Student Development (CLSD) on Wednesdays from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. this semester! Your students can meet with Luis Gonzalez and/or Marisol Silva, both seasoned college advisers experienced with working with Chicanx/Latinx students. There will even be in-person advising with Marisol offered once a month at the LSRC.
Here's more info.
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9) Discovery Wkshps
Discovery Wkshps
Tell Your Story: April Workshops for Graduating Undergrads
Upcoming workshops from the Discovery Hub are designed for graduating undergraduate students (or those worried about graduation) to hone your story for the next chapter of your life. Hybrid workshop. Lunch offered to first 30 in-person attendeesRegister via Google form#########
10) Just in Time Job/Intrnshp Fair
Just in Time Job/Intrnshp Fair
We're excited to extend an invitation to have you join us at the Berkeley Career Engagement's Just In Time Career & Internship Fair. This event will take place on April 10th, 2024, from 12-4 pm at the Pauley Ballroom in the ASUC Student Union: Martin Luther King Jr. Building.
This fair is designed for last-minute recruiting and immediate hires, offering a valuable opportunity for students to connect with leading employers across various industries. Check out our list of participating employers.
We believe this event will provide an excellent platform for your students to explore potential career paths and networking opportunities. Your participation and support would be greatly appreciated in making this event a success.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
We believe this event will provide an excellent platform for your students to explore potential career paths and networking opportunities. Your participation and support would be greatly appreciated in making this event a success.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
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11) RA in UCB Lab
RA in UCB Lab
We at the Risk-Resilience Research lab, led by Dr. Jennifer Skeem @ GSPP and Social Welfare, are seeking undergraduates for a Research Assistant position in our "Playing for Change" project.
Our project involves the development and testing of a serious video game designed for aggression prevention in children aged 9-12. The role offers hands-on experience in fieldwork at elementary schools, game-based training sessions, and data collection, promising an enriching experience for students interested in emotional learning, video gaming, and working with children.
Ideal candidates should have experience in gaming and working with children, and be available for at least 8 hours weekly, particularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2 to 5 PM. Spanish proficiency is a plus, though not required.
We are looking for UC Berkeley undergraduates who can commit for at least one year, with the position offering academic units during the summer (if the student is in need of units). The role starts as soon as possible, with a mandatory start date of May 1st.
For those interested, please direct them to send their resume and a cover letter to me at alejandrahilbert@berkeley.edu.
More information about the lab and our work can be found at http://risk-resilience.berkeley.edu/.
Our project involves the development and testing of a serious video game designed for aggression prevention in children aged 9-12. The role offers hands-on experience in fieldwork at elementary schools, game-based training sessions, and data collection, promising an enriching experience for students interested in emotional learning, video gaming, and working with children.
Ideal candidates should have experience in gaming and working with children, and be available for at least 8 hours weekly, particularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2 to 5 PM. Spanish proficiency is a plus, though not required.
We are looking for UC Berkeley undergraduates who can commit for at least one year, with the position offering academic units during the summer (if the student is in need of units). The role starts as soon as possible, with a mandatory start date of May 1st.
For those interested, please direct them to send their resume and a cover letter to me at alejandrahilbert@berkeley.edu.
More information about the lab and our work can be found at http://risk-resilience.berkeley.edu/.
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12) Still no Ticket Link
Still no Ticket Link
For those of you who are graduating/walking this spring, the ticket office hasn't processed our request to set up the online ticketing service for our ceremony yet.
I will let you know as soon as that link is ready to go.
I will let you know as soon as that link is ready to go.
When it is ready, you can tell your family and friends that the tickets are e-tickets.
The only printed paper tickets will be the two comp tickets that you will receive if you signed up by the deadline. ;-)
The only printed paper tickets will be the two comp tickets that you will receive if you signed up by the deadline. ;-)
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