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CASC Announcements
Registration for SW 305: Spring and Fall terms
To register for SW 305 for Spring 2014 you MUST complete this form. Completing this form is the only way to receive an override into SW 305 for the Spring 2014 term.
To register for SW 305 for Fall 2014 you MUST complete this form indicating your preferred section of SW 305. Completing this form is the only way to receive an override into SW 305 for the Fall 2014 term.
Please make sure you complete the form for the correct term. Permissions will be given to current CASC students in order of class standing. Announcements regarding registration for SW 401, the CASC capstone course will be made in the upcoming weeks. If you have any questions, contact Alice.
BACKPACKING AND ADVISING PIZZA PARTY
Interested in a course but want to know more about it? Come to our Backpacking and Advising Pizza Party! This event is a great chance for CASC students to check out the Fall 2014 CASC course guide, hear the inside scoop on CASC courses from the Student Advisory Board, and check in with the advising staff about courses. It's also a great time to socialize with other CASC students!
When: Tuesday, April 1 from 5-7pm
Where: Room B780 in the SSW
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Announcements
Scholarship Fundraiser
Empanada, Churros and Horchata Fundraiser for the Sandra Maria Ramos and Lydia Cruz scholarship hosted by Latina multicultural sorority, Delta Tau Lambda, Inc. Only $2 for fresh, homemade Empanadas and Churros!
When: March 31 from 12-4 pm
Where: The Posting Wall in Haven Hall
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Join us for a FREE evening filled with cultural performances by the Multicultural Greek Counsel. Hosted by Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc.
When: April 1, 7 pm
Where: Michigan Union Ballroom
Restorative Justice Program Needs Volunteers
Ypsilanti Community High School is partnering with the Sheriff's Department to institute restorative practices in school as an alternative to a punitive/criminal justice model. The effort is to keep young folks in class instead of in punishment and also to dramatically reduce suspensions. It is a new program and is in need of lots of new volunteers - and this could be a great opportunity to learn more about restorative practices in a school setting. Contact Kathy if interested!
Next training: April 3, 8 am-1 pm
Where: Ypsilanti Community High School
Flor Y Canto (Open Mic Night)
Get on the mic or check out the amazing artists that do! Only $3 Entrance to see awesome features!
When: April 3, 8:30-11 pm
Where: Palmer Commons, Great Lakes Central
Take Back the Night March and Rally
Take a stand against sexual violence and empower survivors! Singing, tap dancing, and speakers will be featured.
When: April 2, Doors open at 6:30 pm, rally at 7 pm. The march will follow immediately.
Where: Rogel Ballroom, Michigan Union
Michigan Performance Outreach Workshop (MPOW)
Each semester, MPOW presents a day-long event for approx. 180 fifth and sixth grade Detroit Public School students on the University of Michigan campus. After witnessing a showcase of arts-based performances by UofM students, the 5th and 6th graders collaborate with university students in original creative expression through a diverse array of performance-based workshops. Learn more here. To volunteer with MPOW, fill out this form.
When: April 4 from 8:45am-1:20 pm
Love Your Body!
Enjoy a day of FREE healthy and fun activities! Boxing tutorial, HipHop (breakdance) work out, and great advice from a special nutritionist. Free health resources as well as education on diabetes to raise awareness.
When: April 6, 1-4 pm
Where: Trotter Multicultural Center
Flood the Diag!
Stop by the Diag anytime during these hours to hear testimonials regarding HIV/AIDS, share your story aloud or anonymously, educate yourself on the topic, and help raise awareness by participating in a variety of activities throughout the day! Flashmobs spontaneously from 1-3pm. Sign up here to volunteer! When: April 9, 11 am-5 pm
Where: The Diag
Diversity Monologues
For the final Diversity Monologues, we will be challenging the "victor" narrative to continue to push Michigan above and beyond its potential for greatness. For our final event, Diversity Monologues: Words from "Victors", prepare a song, spoken word piece, monologue, diary entry, or anything that you feel expresses your feelings and experiences. To speak, email us to submit your piece for approval.
When: April 9, 6:30-8:30 pm
Where: Literati Bookstore
What's Great About Grad School?
Are you considering graduate school but unsure about how to start the process? Do you have questions about the funding for and academic expectations of graduate school? The Department of Sociology would like to invite you to a dinner for undergraduate students who want to learn more about what it is like to go to graduate school. RSVP and learn more by contacting [email protected].
When: Thursday, April 10, 5:45 pm
Where: 4154 LSA
Operation Education Children
Join Operation Educate Children as we travel to Ecuador this summer! OEC is dedicated to helping on a local and international level through tutoring in the Ann Arbor community and funding to support classroom construction/supplies for global communities. Each year, we travel to our partner school to engage with their students and gauge what their needs might be for the coming year. This year we are traveling to Quito, Ecuador, and we're always looking for new people to join us on our international travels! For more information contact Elena Ross at [email protected].
Be an Alternative Spring Break Site Leader
Interested in leading a service-learning spring break trip? Alternative Spring Break depends completely on the hard work, ideas and energy of the students involved. If you care about community issues, are committed to student involvement in them and want to be a leader in providing positive community experiences for others, this is for you! Learn more and apply here.
Applications due April 3rd at 5:00 pm.
Raise the Wage Campaign
The Raise the Wage Campaign needs to gather 350,000 signatures throughout the state of Michigan to put the minimum wage issue on the ballot this November. If the ballot initiative is supported, it would raise the minimum wage from $7.40/hr to $10.10/hr which is
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Scholarships and Funding Opportunities
Undergraduate Research Award
In recognition of the extraordinary academic achievements of our undergraduate students, the University Library announces the fourth annual U-M Library Undergraduate Student Research Award for excellence in library research conducted in support of an undergraduate student project. Students who have written or participated in a research paper/project from Spring 2013-Winter 2014 term should submit their work for consideration. Students need a faculty sponsor. Learn more and apply here.
Fulbright Program
The Fulbright Program for US students offers students and recent alumni the opportunity to work and conduct research in over 140 countries. There are academic, arts, and teaching assistantship grants available. Learn more and apply here.
Application Deadline: September 2014
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Jobs and Internships
Engage Chicago
Engage Chicago is an immersive field study program, designed to give students a powerful summer learning experience in one of the world's most dynamic cities. Through academic coursework, hands-on experience at top organizations and institutions, thoughtful reflection, and a summer living with a vibrant community of peers, students learn about a great city, about social change, and about themselves. Learn more and apply here. Applications due April 4.
Institute on Philanthropy and Voluntary Service
Institute on Philanthropy and Voluntary Service has extended its deadline! Students are guaranteed an internship placement, earn up to 9 academic credits, and live in furnished apartments while developing valuable professional and leadership skills. Learn more and apply here. Applications due April 4.
MBA Prep Fellowship
Career Prep (CP) is an 18 month career leadership fellowship for underrepresented minorities graduating in Fall 2015 or Spring/Summer 2016. The CP program works with fellows interested in a variety of business industries (i.e, Consulting, Nonprofit/Govt, Tech/Engineering, Marketing, Finance and Media/Entertainment). Learn more and apply here. Applications due April 6.
AFL-CIO Union Summer Internship Program
The 2014 AFL-CIO Union Summer internship program wants to recruit the best and brightest activists for a 9 week paid internship program that introduces students to the labor union movement. 2014 Union Summer internship dates are June 16 - August 15, 2014. Learn more and apply here. Applications due April 15.
Strategic Corporate Research Summer School
The AFL-CIO and Cornell University are sponsoring a Strategic Corporate Research Summer School from June 8-13 in Ithaca, NY. Learn more and apply here. Applications due May 2.
Democracy Matters
Democracy Matters' field staff trains and mentors students in grassroots organizing. We also provide materials, offer presentations from our extensive Speaker's Bureau, and give on-going support and guidance to student organizers. DM students attend a yearly National Student Summit where they meet experts in the field of pro-democracy reform. Learn more and apply here.
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Phone: (734) 763-5733
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