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Chancellor's Associates Scholars Program
e-Newsletter | October 2020
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| | CASP Office Coordinator Ilhan Nunow (2016 Cohort) showing her #CASPpfam pride on our CASP virtual photo booth. (PC: CASP Office) |
Greetings,
Happy first day of Fall Quarter classes! We hope you all have had a great start to the quarter and have had the chance to participated in some Tritons Week of Welcome (TWOW) events!
Know that CASP team is rooting for you and is here to support you during these times of great transition. We hope that you lean on your community, lean on each other, and know that we are in this together and are here to help!
We hope you're ready to own the Fall 2020 quarter, because we are! Let's do this!
Make sure to read through this newsletter in its entirety for an opportunity to win one of our monthly giveaway prizes!
 In this issue you will find:
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CASP EVENTS, REQUIREMENTS, AND INFORMATION:
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DIGITAL RESOURCES:
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OPPORTUNITIES:
(858) 534 - 8366
5th Floor Student Services Center, Suite #555
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| IMPORTANT FALL QUARTER DATES |
Thursday, October 1st
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Fall 2020 - Instruction begins.
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Friday, October 16th |
Deadline for students to add or re-enroll in classes.
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Friday, October 30th |
Deadline for students to drop classes without "W" grade on transcript.
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Tuesday, November 3rd |
Election Day | |
Wednesday, November 11th
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Veterans Day Holiday. All UCSD offices will be closed (including CASP).
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Friday, November 13th |
Deadline for students to drop with "W" grade on transcript. |
Thursday, November 26th - Friday, November 27th
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Thanksgiving Holiday. All UCSD offices will be closed (including CASP).
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Friday, December 11th
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Fall 2020 - Instruction ends.
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Saturday, December 12th - Saturday, December 19th
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Fall 2020- Final exams.
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Saturday, December 19th
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Fall 2020 - Quarter ends.
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Thursday, December 24th - Friday, December 25th
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Winter Break
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Thursday, December 31st - Friday, January 1st
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New Year's Holiday. All UCSD offices will be closed (including CASP).
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| CASP COVID-19 WEB PAGE |
The Chancellor's Associates Scholars Program has developed a web page which includes Campus Information and Resources such as COVID-19 updates and remote learning resources.
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| CALCOAST CORNER - FINANCIAL RESOURCES |
Thank you to our community partners at Cal Coast Credit Union for their support of CASP 101! Many thanks for providing financial wellness and financial literacy information and resources for our students, and our campus community.
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| UC SAN DIEGO - RETURN TO LEARN |
The Return to Learn Program is a voluntary student program that screens for active SARS-CoV-2 virus, the virus that causes COVID-19 disease. If you choose to participate, you will be helping potentially reduce the risks of COVID-19 outbreaks and making our UC San Diego community a healthier place.
In this initial phase, in May 2020, SARS-CoV-2 testing was be made available to resident undergraduate and graduate students currently residing on campus. Participation is voluntary, but all eligible students are encouraged to participate, and there will be no cost to the students who choose to participate.
The Return to Learn Program is for asymptomatic student volunteers only. If you are having COVID-19 symptoms (shortness of breath, cough, fever, chills, loss of smell or taste), please call Student Health Services at 858-534-3300. At this time UC San Diego is not able to accommodate students who do not reside in on-campus housing, nor families of students who may also live on campus. They hope to expand testing in the future so that we can accommodate many more groups.
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| ACTIVATE YOUR "MYSTUDENTCHART" AND PERSONAL INFORMATION |
To support the health and well-being of UC students, faculty and staff and our communities, the University of California, in consultation with UC Health leadership, has issued a
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CIRP First Year Survey
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| STUDY ABROAD VIRTUAL EXPO |
Study Abroad will be offering a Virtual Expo Study Abroad Fair Week from October 26-30, where Study Abroad Offices from across the UC campuses will come together to host synchronous and asynchronous events, resources, and programs for students interested in study abroad. More information to come!
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TRITON TOOLS & TIDBIT PODCAST
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The sudden shift to a remote learning environment due to the COVID-19 pandemic has forced UC San Diego students to adapt to new ways of learning and connecting away from the traditional campus setting.
Triton Tools & Tidbits is a podcast that is focused on discussing topics that will engage and enrich student life and education. Brought to you by the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs.
- How can we as a campus community support each other, and our students, to succeed in this unique environment?
- What tools do students need to succeed in an era of physical distancing?
- How can students maintain connectivity to their networks in a remote environment, sustaining a sense of community while in a non-traditional campus environment?
Every Thursday, Triton Tools and Tidbits seeks to answer these questions while highlighting resources available to students across Student Affairs units and the UC San Diego campus community.
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UC SAN DIEGO - KEEP LEARNING!
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To help with this transition to remote learning, visit keeplearning.ucsd.edu where students can find resources and strategies on how to prepare to make the transition to remote courses.
Please ask for the help you need from your instructors, staff, and other people on (virtual) campus. Connect with people you care about. Rest, hydrate, and be well!
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| GROCERY STORE RESTOCK UPDATES |
The Basic Needs Committee in partnership with The HUB at UC San Diego has put together an updated list of grocery stores near campus for those still in the area that need access to markets that are restocking and open.
For more information on basic need resources, please visit the HUB website at basicneeds.ucsd.edu
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LAPTOP LOANER PROGRAM & COMPUTER LAB LOOKUP
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The Vice Chancellor Student Affairs office understands that computer access for students is vital as we navigate the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19 and we are working quickly to provide access to students who are in need. We have included two helpful resources below:
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MINDFULNESS AND COMPASSION SESSIONS
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UC San Diegos Center for Mindfulness and the T. Denny Sanford Institute for Empathy and Compassion have joined forces with the Compassion Institute to provide daily streams and recordings of mindfulness and compassion sessions, offering resources and online support.
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| COVID-19 NURSE LINE |
UC San Diego Health launched a COVID-19 nurse line (800-926-8273) that connects patients to nurses dedicated to screening people with respiratory symptoms associated with the new coronavirus.
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| COLLEGIATE RECOVERY PROGRAM | |
Starting this fall our Student Health and Well-Being Cluster (Student Health Services, CAPS and Health Promotion Services) will be launching a Collegiate Recovery Program that will be for students who are looking for a support program to help them through their recovery journey.
The Collegiate Recovery Program will provide a dedicated meeting space in our Student Health and Well-Being Lounge known as the Zone. There will be 12 Step Meetings, Smart Recovery Meetings and NA Meetings on or near campus. Our Recovery Program will be led by our Health Educator for Alcohol and other Drugs and various members within our Student Health and Well-Being Cluster (Health Promotions, Counseling and Psychological Services and Student Health Services) to provide a continuum of care for our students.
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| BASIC NEEDS:RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS |
Basic Needs refers to the most essential resources required to thrive as a student, which includes access to nutritious food, stable housing, and financial wellness resources. To support our resilient students both The Hub Basic Needs Center and Triton Food Pantry will be open for modified hours for Spring Break and Spring Quarter.
They will be updating the website and social media so stay tuned!
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COVID-19 RESOURCES FOR UNDOCUMENTED IMMIGRANTS AND FAMILIES
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"My Undocumented Life," a web page with up-to-date information & resources for undocumented immigrants, have compiled a list of resources and news that can help undocumented and mixed-status families during the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic.
They will update this page frequently so be sure to bookmark it and share it with your networks!
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| UCSD RECREATION PRESENTS: THE PLAYGROUND |
 The Playground is a space where students and the UC San Diego community can get active, creative, meditative and stay fit through online classes, informative articles and virtual Rec programming.
Recreation Online will bring you to the vast library of prerecorded content from Rec trainers and instructors that can be accessed anytime. Recreation Live classes will be hosted via Zoom or Facebook/Instagram Live @UCSDrec. A schedule will be updated weekly which will show the date, time and platform where they can be accessed. Classes will be a mix of fitness, DIY and fine arts from Rec instructors like guitar and Capoeira.
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ATTENTION STUDENT EMPLOYEES - ACCESS UCPATH
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Are you a student employee? Remember to access UCPath.
UCPath is UC San Diego's human resources and payroll system. Access today to review your personal information and verify your home address. Also, enroll in Direct Deposit, a fast, convenient, and secure way of getting paid.
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| 2020 VIRTUAL CALIFORNIA FORUM FOR DIVERSITY IN GRADUATE EDUCATION |
You are invited to join students from all over California at the 2020 Virtual California Forum for Diversity in Graduate Education, which will be held at during the week of October 12-16, 2020.
Three days of forum workshops will provide information about selecting the right graduate program; the graduate application process; financial aid opportunities; preparing for the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) and employment prospects. In addition, on Thursday and Friday, representatives from over 100 leading institutions will be available throughout the day to answer questions and talk with you.
The data you enter will be immediately placed in the Forum's database and a copy of your registration form will be sent to my office for inclusion on the reservation list. The reservation priority deadline is Wednesday, September 30, 2020 or until full capacity.
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| PURDUE UNIVERSITY VIRTUAL DIVERSITY VISITATION PROGRAM - FALL 2020 |
This two-day event features professional development workshops designed to help students prepare graduate applications, a recruitment fair showcasing Purdue's world-renowned graduate programs, opportunities to interact with faculty, and other exciting activities and resources that the Graduate School at Purdue University has to offer.
The Purdue community understands that diversity is strength and their faculty and staff are committed to providing students who are interested in pursuing graduate education with the resources that they need to succeed!
Purdue University Graduate School cannot wait to help your students take their next giant leap. The application link for this year's virtual GDVP is below. Students must apply by October 2, 2020, at midnight EST!
If you have any questions regarding the virtual GDVP, please email questions to [email protected] or call 765-494-0945.
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| PAUL & DAISY SOROS FELLOWSHIP |
The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowship provides up to $90,000 in financial support over two years of graduate school. This is an opportunity open to immigrants who graduated from both high school and college in the United States, regardless of their status.
In addition, all scholarship applicants MUST meet the following criteria:
- New American Status. The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans program is intended for immigrants and children of immigrants in the United States. To be eligible, your birth parents must have both been born outside of the US as non-US citizens, and both parents must not have been eligible for US citizenship at the time of their births.* In addition, one of the following must be true of you as of the October 29 application deadline:
- Born in the US: You are a US citizen by birth and both of your parents were born abroad as non-US citizens.
- Naturalized Citizen: You have been naturalized as a US citizen either on your own or as a minor child under the application of one of your parents.
- Adopted: You were born outside of the US or one of its territories and were subsequently adopted by American parents and were awarded US citizenship because of your adoption.
- Green Card: You are in possession of a valid green card.
- Refugee & Asylees: You have been granted asylum or refugee status in the US.
- Academic Standing. The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans program is intended for immigrants and children of immigrants who are pursuing full-time graduate degrees at United States institutions. To be eligible, you will have a bachelor's degree as of the fall of 2021. You may be applying to graduate school at the same time that you are applying to the Fellowship, or you may already be enrolled in the graduate program that you are seeking funding for as of the application deadline. The Fellowship is open to all fields of study and fully accredited full-time graduate degree programs.
- Age. The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans program is intended for students who are early in their careers. All students must be 30 or younger as of the application deadline.To be eligible for the 2021 Fellowship, you must not have reached or passed your 31st birthday as of the application deadline.
Deadline: October 29, 2020
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| LEGAL FUNDING WITH INTELINK |
Intelink Law Group is providing $100,000 in funds to UC San Diego entrepreneurs for legal services. Funding is available on a 1:1 matching basis.
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| | InteLink is helping San Diego Start ups grow in 2020 |
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TRITON RESEARCH & EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING SCHOLARS (TRELS)
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Apply for a TRELS quarterly award for Winter 2021!
Pursue research, a creative project,
or a public service endeavor.
Earn a $1,000 scholarship and priceless mentorship. Open to students of all majors, all years, and all citizenship statuses!
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INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY WITH LISTOS CA
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 The Listos California Social Bridging Project is excited to invite CASP students to interview for an internship with our impactful campaign. Interns will reach vulnerable Californians with COVID-19 related wellness check-in and disaster readiness calls. This work is critical as we connect older adults, and other vulnerable populations, with valuable resources during the pandemic and help people of all ages prepare for natural disasters as wildfires rage throughout the state.
Interns will learn valuable communication skills, disaster readiness information, and have the chance to navigate critical resources throughout the state. Interns will have the opportunity to be part of a first-of-its-kind program, helping vulnerable Californians prepare ahead for natural disasters and stay safe during the pandemic.
Background
The Listos California Social Bridging Project is anchored in the California Office of Emergency Services (Listos means "ready" in Spanish). For the past few months, the Social Bridging Project has conducted wellness check-in, and disaster readiness calls to vulnerable Californians. Callers, known as Bridgers, break through Californians' social isolation as they stay home to save lives during the pandemic as well as equip them with empowering tools and resources.
Details
● All training and calls are done remotely.
● Interns are trained to use phone banking technology and tools.
● Once trained, Bridgers have access to a professional support team and professionally designed Guides and Directories for each county.
● Interns will use their own phone, computer/laptop and internet connection.
● 2-hour shifts are offered Wednesdays through Sundays.
● Interns serve in two-hour shifts between 10:00 am and 8:00 pm based on their availability.
● Interns call counties all across the state, not just their own.
● Interested interns will have the opportunity for
● This opportunity is available through the end of November.
● Interested interns will have the chance to do additional work to deepen their learning, experience, and Impact.
Qualifications
● Interested in working with vulnerable populations
● Commitment to helping all Californians increase their resilience in the face of the pandemic and natural disasters
Preferences
● While all qualified applicants will be welcome to participate, those with diverse linguistic and cultural competence are greatly needed
Commitment
● Project runs now through the end of November
● Minimum 8 hours a week
Once you complete the application, you will receive an email with the next steps in the interview process including a group interview, signing a non-disclosure agreement, and completing a training, either live via Zoom or by watching video modules on your own time.
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| INTERLINK WITH AIP |
As the Fall quarter approaches, the Academic Internship Program will continue to support students seeking remote internship and experiential learning opportunities.
- AIP Counselors and Peer Advisors are available for remote 1:1 advising
- AIP works with sites to identify and promote remote internships. Students can find some of these in the InternLink database, and can also meet with AIP to discuss strategies for connecting with remote opportunities.
- Eligible students of any major can enroll in AIP 97/197 to earn credit for remote internships this Fall, whether they find them through AIP or using other resources.
- Guidance regarding credit for in-person internships is ever-evolving, but students can connect with AIP to discuss options.
Students can always reach AIP via the VAC, or visit the AIP Advising page of our website for details on remote advising.
Qualcomm Institute Learning Academy:
Our campus partner, the Qualcomm Institute, is offering an exciting two-quarter program for students to learn about and engage in team-based, interdisciplinary research focused on addressing complex challenges. Students of any major can apply for the QI Learning Academy, and will earn credit through AIP. Please find details on the program here. If AIP can help to support you in thinking about experiential learning opportunities this year, please do not hesitate to contact any of the AIP team, or reach out to at [email protected].
Use InternLink to:
- search and apply for pre-approved academic internships
- create a Learning Agreement
- track internship hours and complete evaluations
- access forms and resources
To access InternLink, you must:
- be a current UC San Diego undergraduate
- have 90 units completed
- maintain at least a 2.5 UC GPA
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| THE LITTLE FOOD PANTRY |
The Little Food Pantry is a student run organization that provides non-perishable food items for any students that are threatened by food insecurity. During this time, members have been delivering food, toiletries, and school supplies on a weekly basis after students fill out an anonymous need form. New members would be responsible for delivering these items to students who live in the UCSD area on a weekly basis on the weekend.
For more information on how yo can get involved fill out the following form to join the organization's first meeting on October 8th at 7pm.
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Listen to podcasts created especially for second-year students at UC San Diego, exploring second-year issues, topics, and challenges.
Topics include:
- Healthy habits
- Switching majors
- Housing questions
- Finding motivation
- and more!
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| WRITING HELP |
Need help with a writing project? Want to be sure you understand the assignment? Want to talk through your ideas or get a second opinion on whether your point is coming across clearly?
The Writing + Critical Expression Hub ("Writing Hub") can help!
Located in the Geisel Library, the Writing Hub offers every UC San Diego student free one-on-one help with any writing project-from cover letters to lab reports, research papers to grant proposals. Visit the Writing Hub to meet with a supportive, well-trained peer writing mentor who will help you gain perspective on what works and what can be improved in your writing.
Online writing support will be available Monday-Friday from 10am until 7:30pm through the Learning Common's Writing Hub. To make an appointment, go to click here
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| CASP MONTHLY SWAG |
 This month, we'll be giving away five CASP facemasks to our newsletter readers! You must be a currently registered UCSD undergraduate student to win (open to all students, not just CASP!).
Send us an email to [email protected] with with the subject line "CASP Newsletter Winner" that includes your name and PID and answer the following questions:
"What is the hometown of one professional CASP staff member and one CASP student staff member? (You must provide the name of the CASP member you choose.)
We'll send you a confirmation email letting you know if you're one of this month's contest winners and ask for your mailing address.
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| CASPsnaps |
This year, our 6th annual Academic Year Kickoff has been a series of social media takeovers and live streams, showcasing our CASP community. We are humbled and thankful of the dedication our students and community have for CASP. We truly couldn't do all the work we do without you!
THANK YOU TO OUR ACADEMIC YEAR KICKOFF STUDENT AND ALUMNI VOLUNTEERS!
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