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Chancellor's Asociates Scholars Program
e-Newsletter [Issue II, Vol III]
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Campus Community Centers & More
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Steven & Jason - 2015 CASP Cohort
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Greetings scholars,
You're more than halfway through the quarter! Whether you're gearing up for finals, or starting to plan for winter and spring, we're here to help you every step of the way. Continue making use of all your resources, and power through the end of the quarter.
This issue is dedicated to helping you finish the quarter strong.
In this issue you will find information on:
We encourage you to visit the
CASP website for useful information, and the latest updates.
As always, feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns at
casp@ucsd.edu
, (858) 534-8366 or stop by the CASP office on the 5th floor of the Student Services Center.
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 THE FACULTY SPEAKER SERIES - Begins Tomorrow 11/4! |
Our first faculty presenter is tomorrow!
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PRIORITY REGISTRATION
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All
CASP students receive priority registration after your first quarter as a CASP student. Regardless of whether you have cycled out of your scholarship tenure (2 or 4 years); you will receive program benefits and any non-scholarship funding benefit throughout your time at UCSD; which includes priority registration.
If you notice that if for any reason you do not have a priority enrollment date; notify us immediately at
casp@ucsd.edu
or (858)534-8366.
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| GEISEL AFTER DARK |
The second annual Geisel After Dark Student Success & Safety Information Fair will be held on November 4, 2015.
At the event, we invite student support units and library programs to share their information with student library users. Our goal is to encourage use of Library and campus resources. In addition we wish to increase student awareness of personal safety while using the Library after dark. Visit library.ucsd.edu/blogs/blog/GAD to learn more.
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| REAL WORLD CAREER SERIES |
Date:Thursday, November 5
Time: 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Location: Women's Center Conference Room
Join us for an interactive workshop on budgeting and salary negotiation. Refreshments will be provided.
Workshop Participants will...
- Learn how to identify benchmarks for salary and benefits
- Engage in salary negotiation skill-building exercises
- Learn how to develop a personal budget to determine salary needs
RSVP here: http://goo.gl/forms/24CUv74UVu
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| UC UNDOCUMENTED LEGAL SERVICES |
UC UNDOCUMENTED LEGAL SERVICES:
INFO SESSION
Where: Price Center West, Red Shoe Room
When: Monday, November 9, 2015 12:00 - 1:30 p.m.
Immigration attorneys from the UC Undocumented Legal Services Center will be on campus confidential, individual consultations with students.
Space is limited.
To schedule an appointment to meet with an immigration attorney at UC San Diego on November 9th, 2015 please email Elica Vafale,
elica.ucimm@law.ucdavis.edu
or Karina Rocha,
krocha@ucdavis.edu
(530)752-7996.
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| FOUNDERS CELEBRATION SYMPOSIUM |
UC San Diego was founded in November of 1960.
Celebrate the ways in which our scholarship, community, and commitment have created a force for positive change in our region, our nation, and our world.
Thursday, November 12, 2015
Reception: Cross Cultural Center from 4:00 - 4:45 p.m.
Program: Price Center East Ballroom from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Six faculty experts will share brief presentations related to two of the campus's grand research themes:
- Understanding cultures and addressing disparities in society
- Exploring the basis of human knowledge, learning, and creativity.
Before the symposium, visit the Cross-Cultural Center for an undergraduate showcase. Meet students who are focusing on innovation and service.
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| OASIS WORKSHOPS |
If you are in an OASIS workshop this quarter, please note that
attendance is
mandatory
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The OASIS Language and Writing Program (LWP) includes free individual tutoring sessions and workshops for:
- All registered undergraduate students for whom English is not their first language
- All students enrolled in SDCC 1 and SDCC 4, regardless of their first language
Math and Science Tutorial Program (MSTP)
NOT in a workshop this quarter? Want to make sure that you get into a workshop for the winter quarter? W
orkshop schedules for the next quarter will be available on Monday of Week 9.
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| IMPORTANT FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION FOR WINTER QUARTER |
Winter Quarter remainder funds for
direct deposit
will be available beginning Monday, January 4, 2016
If you did not sign up for direct deposit, remainder checks will be mailed beginning Monday, January 4.
Visit the
Financial Aid Office website for more information.
To make sure your financial aid is available in time to pay your fees:
- Regularly check your Financial Aid Checklist to view and/or complete requested items or actions.
- Frequently review your UCSD e-mail account for messages from the Financial Aid Office.
- If you have loans, make sure you complete all the required paperwork and the TritonLink loan counseling session. Questions about Perkins Loan or University Loan required paperwork can be directed to Student Business Services at studentbusiness@ucsd.edu.
- See additional disbursement requirements and make sure you've complied with them.
- Your account will be credited once you're enrolled in Winter classes. (Wait-listed classes do NOT count as enrolled units.)
- Review your Winter Quarter billing statement beginning December 2 to make sure your financial aid has been applied to your student account. Please note that Direct Loan funds will not credit your account until December 27 due to Federal regulations. However, pending Direct Loan payments will be calculated into your current online balance on TritonLink.
Billing Statement Tip: Access the "Current Account Activity" view on your TritonLink bill for up-to-date account activity.
- Sign up for direct deposit by Friday, December 4 for your Winter Quarter funds to credit your bank account at the beginning of Winter Quarter, starting January 4.
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| ELECTRONIC PORTFOLIOS |
What is an Electronic Portfolio?
- Display and share a collection of your accomplishments, skills and work.
- Connect with students, recent grads and professionals
UCSD has partnered with LinkedIn and Portfolium to provide these great resources for you.
Create your electronic portfolio today to prepare for your future! Visit the
Engaged Learning website to create your free UCSD student account.
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| CASP STUDY LOUNGE |
Need a quiet place to study in between classes?
Need a place to rest for a bit, or check in with CASP staff about a question?
Remember that the CASP student study lounge is open
Monday - Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. throughout the quarter!
Need to reserve the lounge for a special study group session?
Reserve your group's spot at
casp@ucsd.edu or (858)534-8366.
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| SAN DIEGO ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL |
 The biggest showcase of Asian cinema on the west coast is once again on the UCSD campus. For the the fourth straight year, the festival is showcasing the diversity and achievements of Taiwanese cinema with the Taiwan Film Showcase. Highlights of the festival's UCSD events include a panel on Asian Americans in digital media featuring BuzzFeed's Eugene Lee Yang, a documentary by UCSD alumnus Alvin Tsang, and mega Taiwanese box office hit The Wonderful Weddingwith director Huang Chao-liang scheduled to attend.
Taiwan Film Showcase
Location: Calit2 Atkinson Hall Auditorium
Visit the
SDAFF website to learn more.
Friday, November 6, 2015; 5:00PM - 7:00PM
Friday, November 6; 7:00PM - 10:00PM
Saturday, November 7; 1:00PM - 7:00PM
Sunday, November 8; 1:00PM - 7:00PM
Monday, November 9; 7:00PM - 9:00PM
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