FLAS Info Sessions

FLAS Fellowships Information Session
Posted: 29 Oct 2009 01:42 PM PDT
Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) Fellowship Information Sessions

Ø Tuesday, November 3, 4:30-5:20pm, Thomson 211
Ø Friday, November 6, 1:30-2:20pm, Thomson 235
Ø Tuesday, November 10, 10:30-11:20am, Denny 309
Ø Friday, November 13, 4:30-5:20pm, Thomson 211
Ø Wednesday, November 18, 3:30-4:20pm, Thomson 234
Ø Friday, November 20, 4:30-5:20pm, Thomson 211
Ø Tuesday, December 1, 4:30-5:20pm, Thomson 211
Ø Friday, December 4, 4:30-5:20pm, Thomson 211

Graduate and Professional Students* planning to take intensive foreign language** courses during Summer 2010 and or intending to study foreign language and area or international studies during Academic Year 2010-11, mark your calendars now for one of the above sessions and R.S.V.P. to macurtis@u.washington.edu.

Each workshop will cover FLAS fellowship benefits and requirements, the application process, and how awards may be used for study in the U.S. or abroad.

Summer awards pay tuition up to $4,000, plus a $2,500 stipend. Graduate appointee health insurance is paid out of the tuition amount. Travel money up to $1,000 is usually available, but is not guaranteed.

Academic year awards grant tuition up to $12,000***, plus a $15,000*** stipend. Graduate appointee health insurance**** is paid out of the tuition amount.

Bring your questions to the session. Applications will be provided. Or pick up an application in advance in Thomson 111 or 126. You may also download it from http://jsis.washington.edu/advise/catalog/flasapp.html

The deadline for filing applications is January 15, 2010.

To R.S.V.P. or for more information contact: Mary Ann Curtis, FLAS Fellowship Coordinator, macurtis@u.washington.edu or call 206-616-8679.
————————————————————————————————————
*To qualify for the award you must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
**2009-10 FLAS award languages: Arabic, Bengali, Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian, Bulgarian, Burmese, Chinese, Czech, Danish, Estonian, Filipino/Tagalog, Finnish, French, German, Hebrew, Hindi, Indonesian/Malay, Italian, Japanese, Kazak, Kirgiz, Korean, Latvian, Lithuanian, Norwegian, Persian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Tajik, Thai, Turkish, Uighur, Urdu, Uzbek, and Vietnamese. Languages for 2010-11 are not yet confirmed.
***2009-10 level. These may increase for 2010-11. **** $1545 for 2009-10

Job With ASUW

The Associated Students of the University of Washington (ASUW) has some exciting employment opportunities available right now! We are currently hiring two positions: the Elections Administration Committee Chair and our Office of Government Relations Director.

Applications are online at jobs.asuw.org.

The Elections Administration Committee Chair is in charge of planning, supervising and coordinating the ASUW elections in the Spring.

The Director of Government Relations researches legislative issues of relevance to the students of the University of Washington and communicates the findings of this research to the local government, the Washington State Legislature, and the United States Congress for the purpose of advocating in the interest of the ASUW.

The Director will work to coordinate the ASUW lobbying efforts and student involvement in Seattle, Olympia, and Washington D.C., coinciding with state, UW (Seattle, Bothell, and Tacoma), Washington Student Lobby, where the agendas agree, and ASUW guidelines. The Director will spend Winter quarter living in Olympia and coordinating ASUW lobbying efforts.

For additional information and full job descriptions, please visit jobs.asuw.org. If you have any further questions, please e-mail Jon Solomon, the ASUW Personnel Director, at asuwpd@uw.edu, or visit the ASUW Office in HUB 104C.

(Yeah, I know, this is a stretch for an SMA student, but just in case the situation is right for the right person….. – Kate)

Local CSDE Fellowship Program Open

CSDE Fellowship Program: Advanced Graduate Training in Demography

Applications welcome now!

This is to announce this year’s round of applications for the CSDE Fellowship Program for Advanced Graduate Training in Demography. Applications to become a CSDE Fellow are now open, until end of day on Friday, October 9th.

Participation in the CSDE Fellows program is open to any graduate student at the University of Washington.

The idea behind this program is to create a group of graduate students who are affiliated with CSDE, and a training program for students interested in demography. Many students regularly attend CSDE Seminars, and are linked to CSDE through advisers or mentors who are CSDE Faculty Affiliates; CSDE wants to offer the support of CSDE core services to these students; limited financial support for conference attendance is also available. Otherwise, these Fellowships are not funded.

For more details on Fellowship requirements, instructions and an application form, please visit the CSDE Fellowships page at http://csde.washington.edu/training/fellowships.shtml

HOW TO APPLY:

1. Applicants should register for CSDE 502 (Population Proseminar) in Autumn quarter right away. In CSDE 502 they will be introduced to the core services offered by CSDE.

2. Applications can be submitted online by visiting http://catalysttools.washington.edu/webq/survey/latsch/83761 (NetID required). The application is in the form of an online WebQ survey. Applications are due by end of day on Friday, October 9th.

Questions? Send an email to Wolfram Latsch at latsch@u.washington.edu

Next Cycle of Presidential Management Fellows Announced

Here's a flyer about the wonderful two-year federal opportunity
open to individuals completing a graduate degree this coming academic
year.  SMA has a great history of PMFs. You can also find more information by:

Attending an Information Session:
http://careers.washington.edu/Calendar?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D8569
9432

Downloading an Informative PowerPoint Presentation:
https://www.pmf.opm.gov/Documents/AcadPresent.pdf

Checking the PMF website:
https://www.pmf.opm.gov/index.aspx

Note to SMA Readers

Greetings All,

I wanted to let you know that I’ve been experimenting today, by listing professional jobs here and also on the “SMA at the UW” group on LinkedIn.  In terms of ease of posting, it looks like the LinkedIn “group” section is going to be the easiest, and it looks as though any group member can post jobs to it. (Haven’t been able to experiment, but please feel free to join and try listing a job.)   I want to make it as easy a possible for you to get to the job listings, whether you’re looking or just interested in what’s out there.

Now, the reason for this – as you may already know, the Career Coordinator position is being eliminated, along with many other university positions, in order to save the “academic core” of the university. When the budget recovers, some of those positions may be restored, but it does underline the fact that we all are on our own when it comes to our careers. We must be responsible for that on our own.

My plan is to help you all replace the Alumni Directory - with LinkedIn, FaceBook and maybe even Twitter!  It seems almost radical to many academics, but I’m certainly seeing more academics and scientists in LinkedIn, the more professionally inclined of those three “social networking” sites.  And, if you all actually use it, it can be even more effective than the SMA Directory for finding each other and staying in touch with each other.

It has a ton of useful features that you control in terms of your own level of privacy, but you can list your own profile and control how much email and updates you get, and there are ways you can get in contact with people beyond your own primary network.

Please do think about going to LinkedIn.com and setting up your profile. Invite the people you know (including me!), and join the SMA at the UW group. 

I’ll be writing more about LinkedIn and other networking in the time I have left here at SMA (August 7), but much of that will be on my own website and other online resources. Here are two links where you can find that information.

http://Job-Hunt.org  Look in the left column, near the bottom, for my articles.

http://careerchangeforacademics.com  The whole site is mine, and various sections are unfinished, but I’ll soon have more time to add to them. And, if you have questions for me, ask, and I’ll be happy to answer them by writing a blog post, just for you!

Summer Career Events on Campus

Coral Reefs Fellowships Open for Aps

I.M. Systems Group (http://www.imsg.com/), a contractor to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), is seeking individuals to serve as Coral Reef Management Fellows.  The Coral Reef Management Fellowship Program is administered by NOAA’s Coral Reef Conservation Program (CRCP) which supports effective management and sound science to preserve, sustain and restore valuable coral reef ecosystems. 

The Fellowship Program is a two year program beginning January 2010 and ending January 2012.  Fellows are located in Pago Pago, American Samoa; Saipan, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI); Miami, Florida; Adelup, Guam; Hawai`i (exact location to be determined by September 2009); San Juan, Puerto Rico and St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI). Duties and qualifications vary depending on the location of the position. Please review the appropriate statement of work at http://coralreef.noaa.gov/fellowship.html  for an overview of the Fellowship goals, duties, and qualifications for each location. To apply, please follow the application instructions outlined in the statement of work for each jurisdiction. Applications will be accepted June 1, 2009 through July 31, 2009.

Note – Just got the following note from SMA Alumna -

Hello Kate,
The Coral Reef Management Fellowships are officially posted, so please feel free to share with the SMA community.

Thanks and let me know if you have any questions since I’ve been with the program for 2.5+ years now!
~Karlyn

Info on Environmental Management Certificate Program

Gain an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of Whidbey Island’s famous Penn Cove!  Known for its delectable mussels, the waters of Penn Cove collect nutrients from the Skagit and Stillaguamish Rivers, creating an idyllic mussel environment. 

Join the Environmental Management certificate program as we work with the Island County Marine Resources Committee to analyze the water quality status in the Penn Cove area and determine how to influence future regional activities. Graduate students interested in marine affairs, public policy, business, water and biology analysis should apply for this Keystone Project!  

Applications are due June 1st!

To learn more about the Environmental Management graduate certificate program  -    http://depts.washington.edu/poeweb/     

Tikvah Weiner, Graduate Program Coordinator                                     Email:
tweiner@u.washington.edu <mailto:trustan@u.washington.edu>
Program on the Environment      206.221.6129
274D Mary Gates Hall, MS 352802                               Fax:
206.616.2465     University of Washington

Environmental Management Certificate Program

This is an interdisciplinary program designed for
current UW Graduate Students who are interested in environmental management and sustainable business. The program is designed to help students in a variety of departments take advantage of the internationally acclaimed environmental and natural resource expertise at the UW.     http://depts.washington.edu/poeweb/ 

Program Requirements:
-   3 core courses in environmental policy, business and the
environment, and science application
-   2-quarter Keystone Project
-   1 environmental management related elective (outside the
student’s home graduate department)

For more information and Q&A, attend the Keystone Symposium (lots of free food and opportunity to meet EM staff)!
Thursday, May 28
4:30-5:30pm Student Presentations
5:30-6:30pm Reception
258 Mary Gates Hall

Tikvah Weiner   tweiner@u.washington.edu

New Sessions at the Career Center

Counselors at the main UW Career Center are as aware as you all are of the state of the economy these days, so here’s a message from them.

We know you’ve been focused on completing requirements to graduate. We also know that you may not have thought much about what’s coming afterwards. If you haven’t (and even if you have!), we have workshops and events that offer you opportunities to get organized and prepared for the job search and whatever else might be next – even a chance to ENGAGE in some serious career planning! It’s not too late, and you’ll be glad you got started.

Special Washington State Government Agencies Job Information  Session   -   The Washington State Department of Personnel and Department of Ecology (plus others) will share information about applying for state jobs and available positions within their respective agencies.   Date:   Wednesday, April 29  at 5:30-7:00pm

Resume and Cover Letter Writing

Is your resume up to date? Increase your under-standing of how your resume is used in the job search and make sure it matches your career goal. Learn how to compose cover letters and resumes that target the job and reflect your greatest strengths and talents. Explore formats that say, “Hire me!” Find out about Online Resumes: what they are, how to use them, and how to send them.   Dates & Times:    Thursday, April 30, 1:30-2:30pm   /   Tuesday, May 5, 3:30-4:30pm   /   Thursday, May 14, 1:30-2:30pm   /   Tuesday, May 19, 1:30-2:30pm   /   Wednesday, May 27, 1:30-2:30pm

 How to Find a Job

Do you know the most successful job search strategy and how to use it to find your next job? How do you find a job in a down economy? In this workshop you’ll learn how to:

• Follow the essential steps for finding a job.

• Research industry and employer information.

• Evaluate the effectiveness of popular job search strategies.

• Create and cultivate contacts.

• Employ digital-age technology to your best advantage.

• Set goals, develop a plan, and follow through.

Dates & Times:    Monday, May 4, 3:30-4:30pm   /   Tuesday, May 19, 3:30-4:30pm   /   Friday, May 29, 1:30-2:30pm

 Networking for Shy People & Everyone Else!

This workshop is for those of us (including one of the facilitators) who are, shall we say, “network challenged”. Whether you are in the job search, exploring career options or researching graduate school opportunities, you will learn some easy, non-threatening ways to connect with others to meet your goals; including “the approach”, ways to get “them” talking (so you can rest – and listen!), dealing with silence, getting the info, and how and when to move on. You will discover the excellent conversationalist that you are!   Dates & Times:   Thursday, May 14, 2:30-3:30pm   /   Wednesday, May 20, 1:30-2:30pm

 Successful Interviewing

What’s the question underlying all the interview questions that employers ask? This workshop will provide practical information and tips to ace any interview. We will explore:

• The most popular interview question and how to answer it.

• The most important tool for interview prep.

• Common types of interview questions.

• The STAR method for answering questions.

• How to answer difficult interview questions.

• Best and worst questions to ask a potential employer in an interview.

• Key follow-up tactics.

Dates & Times:   Wednesday, May 6, 3:30-5:00pm   /   Wednesday, May 13, 3:30-5:00pm   /   Thursday, May 28, 1:30-3:00pm

 Job Offer & Salary Negotiations

“Okay the employer is interested, now how do I get the offer and the salary and benefits I want?” This workshop will address that question and more. What is the employer concerned about? How do I find the “going rate?” How do I decide between several job offers? When should I accept? How much time do I have to decide? When do I talk money? What if I change my mind? Learn how to solve these issues so that you keep options open and maintain your integrity and worth.   Dates & Times:   Thursday, May 7, 3:30 – 4:30   /   Friday, May 15, 12:30 – 1:30   /   Thursday, May 21, 3:30 – 4:30

Federal Government Job Search   -   Learn how to find and apply for Federal government jobs. Discover how to best approach the KSA (Knowledge-Skills-Abilities) requirements on resumes and application forms. Get a better idea of the Federal agencies seeking applicants and tips on how to best show that you are a good match with their positions.       Date:   Friday, May 22   at  1:30-2:30pm

Job Chats

 

This session begins with a current brief update on the job market for UW students and alumni followed by a Career Counselor addressing attendees’ quick questions about job or internship hunting including interview strategies and job search techniques. So if you haven’t been able to schedule an appointment, make it to Walk-ins (M-F, 1:00 – 4:00) or catch one of our workshops, this one’s for you!

Date and Time: Most Friday’s at 2:30 (Check online at: http://careers.washington.edu/Students/Calendar)  

 HuskyJobs

Remember to check out our numerous job listings online at www.careers.washington.edu/Students/HuskyJobs.