November 2018 Learning Community Newsletter

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LCs in the News EcoHouse Director Richard Parnas featured in Westfair Communications online: REA Resource Recovery Systems and UConn join to create biodiesel from wastewater Read the article Human Rights & Action House Director Mark Kohan talking on the ICD Vlog about Togetherness Through Decolonization Upcoming Events Learning Community Resident Assistant Info Session Highly recommended info session specifically for new Resident Assistant applicants interested in LC RA positions. Thursday, November 8 5:00-6:00pm NextGen Forum (Room 112) in Werth Tower RSVP Learning Community All Leadership Workshop Mandatory leadership workshop for all LCC/LCEC members and Floor Mentors! Monday, November 5 6:00-7:00pm NextGen Forum/Idea Lab (112/113) in Werth Tower RSVP

LC Highlights Photo recap Learning Community Council All-Council Meeting on October 15 The Arts Field Trip to NYC Learning Communities participating in UConn's Day of Caring La Comunidad Intelectual Corporate Meet & Greet Nursing House Pumpkin Painting Important Announcements First Year Students: Housing Application Available: December 1, 2018 - January 21, 2019 *Don't forget to indicate your interest in your LC on your application* More info coming soon about the entire process! Learning Community Student Leadership Opportunities Click here for more information about all these positions Resident Assistant (RA) Application Due December 1 FYE Mentor Application Due February 15 before 5:00pm Floor Mentor Application will be available on the Learning Community Supplemental Housing Application in January Learning Community Council & Executive Council Applications & more information will be available in early 2019 Meet the current LC Leaders!

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Receive funding up to $5,000 for summer projects related to public engagement, innovation & social impact! Applications are due by November 13 at 11:59pm Click here for more information

General Education Course Student Essay Contest Grand Prize: $200 Barnes & Noble Gift Card Honorable Mentions (4): $50 Amazon Gift Cards Essays due November 16 by 11:59pm Click here for more information

Encounters: The Conference Free and open to all students Printable Flyer | Event information

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