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Welcome to the Grapevine, our Weekly E-News!
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Winter Quarter Hours
M - Th: 9am-7pm
F: 9am-4pm
We are located in the Original Student Center on the Second Floor (Above the food Co-Op and General Store).
Bring a friend and come visit us! (Map)
Interested in giving to the BRC?
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Start off Winter Quarter Running! - Get ahead in your winter courses!
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Sign Up and Stay in Touch
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UC San Diego Resource Center Jan. 19, 2017
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The Black Resource Center is a Campus Community Center that serves everyone at UC San Diego while emphasizing the Black experience. We promote scholarship, foster leadership, and cultivate community for student through the committed, collaborative effort and support of faculty, staff, and the broader UC San Diego community.
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Be sure to stop by the Black Resource Center throughout the academic year. Various campus resources will have representatives present to share valuable information with you!
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
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Academic Enrichment Programs (AEP)
Tuesdays 12:00p - 1:00p
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African-American Studies Minor (AASM)
Mondays 2:00p - 3:00p
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Study Abroad
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BRC Events and Opportunities
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The BRC is looking for a talented pool of aspiring student scholars to assist in carrying out the mission and goals of the Black Resource Center.
Interns must be interested in producing programming which promote academic success, recruitment, and matriculation.
We look forward to reviewing your application!
Deadline is
Tuesday, January 24, 2017
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Come out and watch Porsia Curry, the acting director of the BRC, as she will be the honorary coach for the UCSD Women's Basketball team!
Thursday, January 19th
5:00 pm
RIMAC Arena
If you have any questions or concerns, then please contact the BRC at brc@ucsd.edu
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Come to the success session with Dr. Willie Brown. He will be sharing strategies you can use to achieve your goals!
Wednesday, January 25th, 2017
5:30-6:30 pm
Black Resource Center
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Support three local Black Businesses!
Buy their natural hair/skin products, book, and custom made jewelry!
Friday, January 27th, 2017
11:30-2:00 pm
Black Resource Center
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Calling All Black Published Tritons!
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Black faculty, staff, and students who have published an article, presented at a conference, or have successfully defended your dissertation/thesis please contact the Black Resource Center at
brc@ucsd.edu
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Join the Community Peer Advising Program
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Do you need help navigating your way through UC San Diego?
Interested in finding opportunities pertaining to your major?
Need help planning your courses for the quarter?
Peer advisors at the Black Resource Center and the Raza Resource Center can help you.
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Black History Month Brunch: Volunteers Needed!
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Come lend a hand and enjoy a lovely brunch event at the 15th annual Black History Month Scholarship Brunch!
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Join the Black Men's Collective to discuss how one might respond to blocked goals.
We will be watching an episode of Last Chance U and discussing a theory created by Dr. Joy DeGruy about Black men and emotional responses.
Tuesday, January 24th, 2017
5:00-7:00 pm
Black Resource Center
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Campus Community Center Events and Opportunities
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The CCC is hiring interns!
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Interested in social justice, making campus-wide impacts, contributing to the Center's growth, making new friends, and gaining personal and professional development?
Attend one of the information sessions to find out more details.
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Embracing our Downfalls as a Form of Self-love
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Ever had your thoughts or fears hold you back from doing something you wanted? Ever been your own harshest critic? Join us as we reflect on our experiences in order to achieve a greater understanding of ourselves and our cognition. Learn to turn your fears into fuel and embrace your downfalls as a form of radical self-love.
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hursday, January 26th
5:00pm
Cross-Cultural Art Space Room
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Breather Series: Veterans Group
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A discussion group lead by a Military Vet for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Trans military veterans, reservist, and active duty service personnel; and their partners
January 27th, 2017
2:00pm
Cross- Cultural Tranquility Room
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UC San Diego Events & Opportunities
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AAS 10: Introduction to African American Studies
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Taught by AASM's faculty director, Dr. Dennis Childs, this course will cover the experiences of peoples of African descent in the US and broader African Diaspora from the vantage points of cultural production, political practice, socio-economic conditions, and the overall struggle for social justice along intersecting lines of race, gender, and class.
For more information click here or contact mdhines@ucsd.edu.
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ETHN 198: The Politics of Desirability
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Are you interested in getting involved or learning more about social justice and activism?
Enroll in the SPACES Winter Practicum!
We will have critical discussions about the structural impact of desirability.
What does it mean to mark cerain bodies as desirable and others undesirable? This student facilitated course includes fields trips and snacks.
For more information click here or contact the Practicum Coordinators at practicum.spaces.ucsd@gmail.com.
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Student Satisfaction Survey
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Starting January 11th, you will be able to complete the Student Satisfaction Survey until February 17th. You will receive coupons to the UCSD Bookstore and be entered in a raffle for a $400 VISA Gift Card or Swag Baskets (Fitbit, Hydroflask, Polaroid, and more!)
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Apply to be a Strategic Initiatives Ambassador
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There is a job opening that is currently posted on Port Triton under the title
Strategic Initiatives Ambassador / STDT 3
with an ID of
831329
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The application deadline is
Friday, February 10, 2017!
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5th Annual Siblings Weekend
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Host your siblings, cousins, or anyone between age 7 - 16 at UCSD for Siblings Day! There will be a petting zoo, scavenger hunt, and tons of fun for Tritons and Future Tritons alike! Register by January 25th to guarantee a spot!
Click here to volunteer Click here for more information
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Are you pre-med, pre-health or pre-pharmacy?
Register for this conference dedicated to underrepresented professionals in medicine.
Click here to watch a short video.
Pre-Med and Pre-Health register here.
Pre-Pharmacy register here.
YOUR EARLY ACCESS CODE IS: REGMEDS2017 (all upper case letters)
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Come get your flu shot at The Zone!
Cost of vaccine is FREE for students with SHIP.
Costs for students without SHIP:
Injectable: $5
Friday, January 20th, 2017
AND
Tuesday, January 24th, 2017
11:30 am
The Zone
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Charenee Wade at ART POWER
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Charenée Wade is an award-winning vocalist making waves in both jazz and soul/R&B circles, she is known for her expert vocal improvisational ability and her seriously swinging groove. Wade will perform tracks from her latest albumOffering: The Music of Gil Scott-Heron and Brian Jacksonwhich pays tribute to the socially conscious poet and musician Scott-Heron.
Thursday, February 9th, 2017
8:00 pm
The Loft at UCSD
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Please join us on January 26th at 12pm in the John Marino Seminar Room, HSS 6008, for an informal conversation with Professor Edward E. Baptist.
We look forward to seeing you there! Lunch will be provided but space is limited. For those interested in attending please RSVP to mboston@ucsd.edu.
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Black Studies Project at UCSD and the UC Consortium for Black Studies in California Presents...
Writing Histories of Slavery & Capitalism
Dr. Edward Baptist
Reception to Follow
Thursday, January 26th, 2017
3:30 - 5:30 pm
The Forum Room, PC
East
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Free Flu Shots & HIV Screenings
Rite Aid Pharmacy and Family Health Centers will be on campus January 27th conducting a health clinic, where flu shots and HIV/Hep C screenings will be provided for all. Flu shots are FREE with most insurances and HIV/Hep C screenings are entirely free.
Please bring insurance cards! If you have any questions, you may contact the Cross Cultural Center, 858-534-9689 or Briana Thrift at Rite Aid Pharmacy, 619-670-9769.
RSVP HERE!
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Health Clinics will be held at the following locations:
Cross Cultural Center: 2:00-3:00pm Flu Clinic
LGBT Resource Center: 3:15-4:15pm Flu Clinic
LGBT Resource Center: 3:00-6:00pm, HIV and Hep C screening
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Come and connect with local HBCU Alumni and learn the rich history of HBCU's!
Welcome to K-12 and Community College students.
Saturday, February 4th, 2017
10:00 -3:00 pm
San Diego City College
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The AAAS Minority Science Writers Internship
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This program places minority students interested in journalism as a career and who want to learn about science writing at
Science
Magazine for 10 weeks over the summer. Interns experience what it’s like to cover the scientific and technological issues that shape our global community.
Deadline to apply is February 1st, 2017
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Rangel International Affairs Program
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Rangel International Affairs Program offers a 6-week summer program designed to provide undergrads with an appreciation of current issues and trends in international affairs, an understanding of career opportunities in international affairs, and the enhanced knowledge and skills to pursue your career goals.
Deadline to apply is February 2nd, 2017
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A FREE community festival celebrating black history month! This event will feature live entertainment, speakers, art children's activities, light refreshments, and much more. All vendors will be indoors and the library will supply a table and two chairs.
Date: Saturday, February 25th, 2017
1:00-3:00 pm
Deadline to apply is January 20th, 2017
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Are you interested in public service and leadership?
Are you interested in working for a legislative, executive, or judicial branch office in California?
Deadline to apply is February 13th, 2017
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For 2017, The Fund II Foundation STEM Scholars Program will identify 100 African American high school students who are determined to pursue careers in STEM fields. These students will receive scholarships, internships, mentoring and other tools to help them reach their goals.
Deadline to apply is
February 23th, 2017
Click here to apply
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The San Diego Foundation Common Scholarship
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Apply to as many scholarships as you can! Many of the scholarships are geared to African American and Latin@ students; those include Pendleton, Weissburg, Adams-Brooks, etc.
The San Diego Foundation has other tools to help students, parents, and mentors navigate the scholarship process.
For Award criteria click here.
For more info click here.
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Are you in the field of Science or Technology? Do you need work experience in your field?
This paid internship might be for you!
To find out more contact:
ilse@biocom.org
or
call 858-455-0300
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MIT Summer Research Program
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We are seeking emerging researchers interested in pursuing a Ph.D. in one of over thirty academic programs at MIT including architecture and planning, engineering, humanities, arts, and social sciences, and science.
Deadline to apply is February 4th, 2016
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MANA de San Diego Scholarship Program
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MANA de San Diego is pleased to continue the Scholarship Program for San Diego County Latina residents. MANA’s mission is to empower Latinas through education, leadership development, community service and advocacy.
Deadline to apply is
February 24th, 2017
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Apply now for our 2017 Goldman Sachs Diversity Cornerstones!
Applications are now open on our careers website under the “Register for Upcoming Events” link. You can apply for multiple programs, but may only be selected to attend one.
If you have any additional questions, please reach out to the Diversity Recruiting team at
FirmwideDiversityRecruiting@gs.com.
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Marine Physical Laboratory Summer Internship Program
Contemplating a career in scientific research and development? The Marine Physical Laboratory at Scripps Institution of Oceanography is currently seeking inquisitive, motivated undergraduate students with exceptional aptitude for quantitative science to apply for the 2017 MPL Summer Internship Program. This ten-week internship will offer qualified students the opportunity to work with some of the most notable scientists in the world and learn about marine science and technology while earning a modest salary.
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Promoting Scholarship, Fostering Leadership, Cultivating Community
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Submit your information via our Website.
Please note that submissions must be received by 12 noon on Wednesday in order to be included in the Thursday E-News.
Have an outstanding week!
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