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)
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UC San Diego Resource Center February 9, 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 students 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)
Mondays 12:00p - 2:00p
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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
Thursdays 2:00p - 3:30p
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Academic Internship Program (AIP)
Odd Weeks, Thursdays 12;30p - 1:30p
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BRC Events and Opportunities
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Need a way to relax during midterms? Come to the BRC, take a break, catch a movie, and enjoy some food!
Thursday, February 9, 2017
9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Black Resource Center
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Co-Curricular Record: FREE FOOD!
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UC San Diego has recently launched the CO-Curricular Record, a record that captures what you did outside of classroom that you can now request with your transcript!
Attend a focus group, GET FREE PIZZA, and help shape this important initiative.
Friday, February 10, 2017
12:00 pm - 1:15 pm
Black Resource Center
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Join BSU for FREE PIZZA & a movie in the BRC
Friday, February 10, 2017
7:00 pm
Black Resource Center
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West African Dance Workshop
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Come learn about various West African dance techniques and movements, then put these intricate moves to use at this workshop! The newly established West African Dance team will help lead this workshop.
Dressing comfortably is strongly advised!
Thursday, February 16, 2017
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Black Resource Center
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Black History Month's Night with Athletes
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Join us at the Dugout for food and fun, then cheer on our Tritons as we take on Cal Poly Pomona at RIMAC Arena!
Friday, February 17, 2017
Reception: 5:00 pm-7:00 pm
Game starts at 7:00 pm
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As a journalist and daughter of former OJ Simpson prosecutor Christopher Darden, Jeneé has plenty of insights to share concerning life lessons and mental health care. It has been just over 20 years since the Trial of the Century and the t.v. mini series, The People vs. OJ Simpson: American Crime Story, was recently recognized at the Golden Globes Awards. Jeneé will be giving two presentations!
February
22nd, 2017
12:00pm - 3:30 pm & 5:00pm - 6:30 pm
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This event will be featuring
Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and "Cadillac" from the Netflix original series,
The Get Down
Wednesday, February 22, 2017
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Performance Art Space Visual Arts Building
Episode screening: 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Discussion: 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
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Black History Month Scholarship Brunch
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The UCSD UJIMA Network and campus community invites you to join us for our 15th annual scholarship fundraiser. The event will include brunch with music provided by harpist Mariea Antoinette, as well as recognition of students scholars and a silent auction which will support the UCSD UJIMA Network Scholarship fund.
February 25, 2017
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
UCSD Price Center West Ballrooms
For more information
contact
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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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Campus Community Center Events and Opportunities
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You Abroad
Study Abroad Series
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Join the Campus Community Centers in our Study Abroad Series
"You Abroad!"
Check out the flyer for a variety of locations and times where students and staff get together to discuss studying abroad!
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A practice to help increase focus and concentration, reduce stress and gain a sense of well-being. Whether or not you have ever meditated, you may enjoy this sampling of techniques as they guide you to the blissful silence behind thoughts. Seated, standing, lying down and moving techniques may be covered. Suitable for all levels of experience. All classes with Vou Athens.
Thursday, February 9, 2017
10:00 am
The Zone
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Breather Series:
Therapy Fluffies
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Take a breather and de-stress by petting and playing with some adorable fluffies! We will have six fluffies for you to pet! Hosted by the Cross Cultural Center!
Thursday, February 9, 2017
6:30 pm
CCC: Communidad Room
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Financially Savvy: Eating Healthy on a Budget
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Learn tips to eat healthy while staying on a budget! Free snacks will be provided! Presented by Christine McNamara, SHS Registered Dietitian and Debbie Kim, Zone Program Manager.
Monday, February 13, 2017
12:00 pm
The Zone
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Understand the benefits of networking and making connections, learn how to ask for referrals, and review networking etiquette. Don't miss out!
Wednesday, February 15, 2017
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
CCC: Comunidad Room
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Can't make the first meditation workshop? Come out to the next one! A practice to help increase focus and concentration, reduce stress and gain a sense of well-being. Suitable for all levels of experience. All classes with Vou Athens.
Thursday, February 16, 2017
10:00 am
The Zone
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Join the LGBT Resource Center in a discussion about the importance and dimensions of activism. We will be discussing the different layers to activism and the ways to express them, what it means to survive, as well as our own history of activism. There will be an art activity and snacks will be provided.
Thursday, February 16, 2017
2:00 pm
LGBT Resource Center
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Ever felt uncomfortable in your own skin? Join us as we challenge constructs of ideal beauty and talk about the importance of creating body positive spaces for community.
Thursday, February 16, 2017
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Cross Cultural Center
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Join BSU
for fun and community on library walk!
Friday, February 17, 2017
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Library Walk, block 1979
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Come through on 2/24 & 3/24 to getcha study on in community! FREE food & tutoring provided (check dates)
Febuary 24th and March 24th
Locations and times vary
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UC San Diego Events & Opportunities
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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.
Thursday, February 9, 2017
8:00 pm
The Loft at UCSD
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Apply to be a Strategic Initiatives Ambassador
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The Strategic Initiatives Ambassador (SIA) will serve as a mentor to prospective high school students from underrepresented populations while helping to guide them through the college preparation process. The position 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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"Solace" captures the harsh realities of Western imperialism on African bodies in regards to the destruction of one's homeland due to foreign intervention and expansionism. The film portrays the emotional, physical, and mental trauma of being a refugee with sophisticated, expressive cinematography.
Shoots Friday, February 10, 2017
Compensation: Pays $100
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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.
Conference is on
Saturday, February 11th
YOUR EARLY ACCESS CODE IS: REGMEDS2017 (all upper case letters)
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Student Satisfaction Survey
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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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STUDENT HEALTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM
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The Student Health Advocates are trained, volunteer peer health educators who educate other students on topics such as sexual health, alcohol, drugs, stress, nutrition, and more!
Attend an Application Info Session during Week 5 or 6 to learn how you can apply.
Click HERE for dates and times of sessions.
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April is designated as National Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). CARE at the Sexual Assault Resource Center is having a SAAM Poster Contest and is looking for creative submissions today. Show us your design skills and win a prize while you’re at it! The Grand Prize winner will have their printed poster featured all over campus.
Deadline: March 5th, 2017
Apply Here
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Schwarzman Scholarship Information Session – 1 year Masters’ in Beijing, China
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Information Session:
February 10, 2017
1:00 pm - 2:00pm
Thich Nhat Hanh (Formerly Bamboo) Room in original Student Center
Developing the next generation of global leaders
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George Washington Carver Summer Research Internship Program
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This is an eight-week program running from June 10, 2017 - August 5, 2017. Undergraduate students are provided with room and board on campus, round-trip airfare, a meal plan, and a $3000 stipend.
Note: Graduating seniors are eligible to apply. All application materials must be post-marked by February 10, 2017.
For more information visit
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Are you interested in graduate studies in the arts, humanities, or the social sciences?
Apply now for a chance to be awarded $34,000!
Deadline: February 10, 2017
Find out more HERE
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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 13, 2017
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UC Scholars: Summer Research Program
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Full-time summer research opportunity!
$2,800 stipend plus housing!
Deadline: February 15, 2017
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American Heart Association
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$4000 for a ten-week full-time summer research experience
Application Deadline: February 15, 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 23, 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 toward 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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Marine Physical Laboratory Summer Internship Program
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Contemplating a career in scientific research and development? The Marine Physical Laboratory at Scripps Institution of Oceanography is currently seeking inquisitive and 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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Stanford MBA Future Leaders Program
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The Stanford Graduate School of Business (GSB) is a three-day residential event hosted by the Stanford Graduate School of Business and corporate sponsors in the San Francisco Bay Area that introduces college students from diverse backgrounds to an MBA education and post-MBA career opportunities.
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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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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 24, 2017
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Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Program
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A great opportunity for students interested in International Affairs. The six-week program will take place at Howard University.
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Summer Health Professions Education Program
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This is a free summer program for students of color who are interested in medicine or dentistry. The SUMMA Conference achieves these goals by offering a variety of workshops, presentations by key faculty and staff, mock interviews, networking with exhibitors representing medical and health profession schools from across the nation, and opportunities to meet Stanford medical students from similar backgrounds and cultures. For more information,
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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Promoting Scholarship, Fostering Leadership, Cultivating Community
Interested in having your information included in the next edition of The Grapevine? 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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