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Dear El Chisme Reader,

Happy New Year & Welcome back! Towards the end of the year our top played Artist at El Centro was Kali Uchis. Did you hear she is pregnant!!?? We found out via Instagram. Social media is such a great way to stay informed. Be sure you stay connected with El Centro via Instagram or TikTock @elcentro.ucdavis. We post our tutoring schedule, events, programs, CHI/LAT Graduation updates, and El Centro employment opportunities.

We are El Centro...of course we know the latest chisme!

XOXO,

El Centro

Table of Contents

1. El Centro's Latest Chisme
2. Professional, Employment and Volunteer Opportunities
3. Academic Seminar
4. Campus Events and Resources
5. Scholarships

Need help choosing winter quarter classes? Creating academic plans? Questions about GEs or any other requirements?

Chicanx/Latinx Graduation Updates

• Student Planning Meetings will happen on Friday's via Zoom
• Time: 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
• This was decided based on the Student Survey distributed in Fall Quarter. More details to come!

FAFSA Pop Up

When? January 17th, from 4:00 - 6:00 pm

Where? El Centro - MU210

Have questions about the new FAFSA Application? Come join us next Wednesday!

One Week Left to Apply for EDE Summer Institute 2024!

The Expanding Diversity in Economics Summer Institute (EDE) is accepting applications for its 2024 program now through Monday, Jan. 15, 2024. EDE is a University of Chicago program hosted by the Becker Friedman Institute for Economics (BFI) and the Hutchins Center on Fiscal and Monetary Policy at Brookings, designed to identify and support talented undergraduate students from a broad range of backgrounds interested in the study of economics. 

Building on the success of last year’s inaugural week of programming in Washington, DC, EDE will again send students to study current issues in fiscal and monetary policies and the people and institutions who make them. We are excited to have the DC week hosted once more by the Hutchins Center, whose mission is to improve the quality and efficacy of fiscal and monetary policies and the public’s understanding of them.

Applications for the 2024 cohort are due by

Monday, January 15, 2024 at 11:58 PM CT.

Who Should Apply?

Students enrolled in an accredited, undergraduate degree-granting institution in the United States are eligible to apply. Participants must be 18 years old by the program start date of June 6, 2024, and the ideal applicant will be a college freshman or sophomore with an interest in learning more about economics and with an aptitude for quantitative coursework. Our goal is to recruit a diverse group of students from a broad range of backgrounds.

There are no program fees for students accepted to EDE. Participants who successfully complete the program are awarded a stipend of $1,200, and Pell Grant recipients receive a stipend of $2,400. The University of Chicago will cover the costs of economy-class domestic travel, housing, and meals, including several planned outings for the group in both Chicago and Washington, DC.

The UC Davis TRiO Scholars Program (SSS) is pleased to announce that our Peer Advisor (STDT 3), undergraduate job posting is now listed on Handshake (Job ID # 8516493). TRiO is looking to hire 4 Peer Advisors for the 2024-25 academic year who will work part-time at an hourly rate of $16.25 for an approximate 10-12 hours per week (excluding finals week and both winter/ spring breaks). The TRiO Scholars Program (SSS) promotes the academic, social, personal, and professional success of first generation, low-income, and students with disabilities by building a strong sense of community and drawing on resources both within and outside of the program. We strive to give our 160-student capacity program the tools and support to achieve success at UC Davis and beyond. We have the opportunity to work more in depth with our scholars, and each Peer Advisor is assigned a cohort of approximately 30-40 students. We are looking for individuals who desire to: Offer professional and high-quality support services to 160 first-generation, low-income students as well as students with disabilities, all from very diverse backgrounds Partner in close collaboration with other academic support and student service resources on campus Work both collaboratively and independently, be dependable, and complete other duties as assigned; including advising, managing office/lounge coverage, social media, data entry, program support, and event management The vacancy is now listed on Handshake thru Wednesday, January 31st, 2024, with 4 positions to fill. As a reminder, we are hiring for the next academic year, starting in September 2024. All of the applications require a resume and 2 references upon interview, so please use the ICC’s Career Resource Manual to tailor your documents. All applicants MUST be WORK STUDY ELIGIBLE for 2024-25 (to check eligibility, check MyAwards). More information about the vacancy is listed on Handshake [Job ID #8516493]. For application questions, please contact the TRiO Program Advisor, Ilda Ortega-Gomez at icortegagomez@ucdavis.edu or (530) 754-8417.

My name is Taylor Harris, and I am the Pipeline Programs & Retention Coordinator in Graduate Studies. I am contacting you on behalf of UC LEADS, a program that prepares promising students for advanced education in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). We are hosting two informational sessions this quarter for undergraduate students interested in our program. The first session is virtual on January 17^th, 2024, from 3 – 4pm and the second session is In-Person on February 6^th, 2024, from 12pm – 1pm (Food will be provided). Students must meet at least sophomore standing (unit based) to be eligible for the program or must have at least 2 years left at UC Davis at the beginning of the appointment. Scholars accepted into the program are trained for graduate education (MS and PhD) and given the opportunity to perform paid summer research internships at UC Davis (1^st summer) and other UC campuses (2^ndsummer). More information about the program and the application criteria can be found on the attachment above.  

Please RSVP for the events using the Google link provided below. I will send out a reminder a day before and an hour before each event. The Zoom link & In-person location for the event are included on the RSVP form and will be sent out to registered attendees in a calendar invite.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdVkuaeFDK_38KcNPLnm8mSJh2Rpf3wZRgPHD8nLMCmmo4-wg/viewform?usp=sf_link

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me or our Program Director Lynne Arcangel for more information about the program.

Thank you and have a great day!

Best,

Taylor Harris

Pipeline Programs and Retention Coordinator

UC Davis Graduate Studies

tdharris@ucdavis.edu / (530)754-3041

Hello! 

I wanted to share with you the flyers for Knights Landing Student Run Clinic. 

Knights Landing's Student Run Clinic is looking for passionate individuals who are interested in learning more about rural medicine, working with health professionals, and providing care to the medically underserved rural community of Knights Landing. The application is open right now and will close January 22. For more information, feel free to attend our info sessions (1/11, 1/16, 1/18) and do not hesitate to email klclinic.ucdsom@gmail.com or DM our Instagram @knightslandingclinic!

Applications for Valley Water's 2024 Paid Summer Internships are opening from February 1st - February 15th!

Are you interested in 1:1 mentoring and professional career development training while getting paid $26.31 an hour? Do you want to make an impact in your community while expanding your network and building your resume? Are you interested in learning about the water industry?

If so, then Valley Water's 2024 Paid Internships may be right for you! ✨

Our popular internship program provides excellent opportunities to explore your chosen career path, develop industry-specific skills and knowledge, and increase your professional network! Summer 2024 will be a hybrid internship with some days in the office and others from home. Interns will be provided with training and experience leveraging collaboration tools while working both in-person and remote. Each intern will have a mentor and will be given professional development training, participate in networking events, attend both virtual and in-person meetings, and prepare a Capstone presentation at the end of the program. For eligibility and more information check out this link: https://www.valleywater.org/paid-summer-internships 

We will have opportunities in:

• Engineering (Civil, Environmental, Construction, Water Resources, Chemical)
• Business (Administration, Human Resources, Information Technology, Communications, Racial Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, Political Science, Graphic Design)
• Environmental Science (Biology, Chemistry, Hydrology, Geology)
• And more!

Come join our Intern Information Sessions, designed to equip you with the tools for a successful summer internship application! During these sessions, we will delve into expert advice on navigating the application process, highlight crucial deadlines, share valuable tips for excelling, and provide insights from previous interns. Join us and discover the essence of Valley Water!

Zoom Meeting Link:

https://valleywater.zoom.us/j/81510996130

Meeting ID: 815 1099 6130

1. Valley Water Intern Information Session - Tuesday, January 23, 2024 - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PST.
2. Valley Water Intern Information Session - Thursday, February 1, 2024 - 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM PST.
3. Valley Water Intern Information Session - Tuesday, February 6, 2024 - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PST.
4. Valley Water Intern Information Session - Tuesday, February 14, 2024 - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PST.

📢 Applications are open from: February 1st - February 15th 📢

Best of luck & Happy applying! 😊

Dear Center for Chicanx and Latinx Academic Student Success Leadership Team,

I'm Ruhi from the Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at UC Davis, and I'm reaching out to extend an exciting opportunity for your club members.

We are thrilled to host an upcoming speaker session with Sadie St. Lawrence, a distinguished leader in the AI and data industry. This event promises to be a fantastic learning experience, offering insights into the complexities of entrepreneurship and finding success in the tech space.

Let me know if you have any questions or need more information!

Best regards,

Ruhi Aggarwal

ruaggarwal@ucdavis.edu

Student Assistant 

Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

A Conversation with Sadie St. Lawrence

AI and Data Leader | Strategist | Instructor

Venturing into the unknown requires more than just an idea–it calls for the courage to create. In this invigorating talk, Sadie St. Lawrence will challenge you to seize the reigns of your destiny by founding a company and architecting a life that aligns with your deepest aspirations. You'll explore the daring mindset needed to step into uncharted territory, along with practical insights that will help you navigate the complexities of entrepreneurship.

Audience members will leave inspired to actively design both their professional and personal lives, armed with a newfound sense of courage.

Join us for an insightful conversation, followed by an audience Q&A. Stay afterward to build your professional network and enjoy light refreshments.

Free and open to all! February 6th from 5:00 - 6:30 pm

Sadie St. Lawrence is the Chief AI Officer at SSL Innovations and the Founder of Women in Data. Women in Data is an international non-profit organization represented in 55 countries with a community of over 60,000 data leaders, practitioners, and enthusiasts. Women in Data has earned recognition as a Top 50 Leading Company of the Year and as the #1 community for Women in AI and Tech. 

Before establishing SSL Innovations and Women in Data, Sadie gained extensive experience in data science and AI strategy, and provided consulting services to healthcare, high-tech, and governmental organizations. She has educated more than 500,000 individuals in data science and has developed numerous machine learning programs. 

Sadie's accomplishments include being named one of the Top 30 Women in AI (2022), one of the Top 10 Most Admired Businesswomen to Watch in 2021, a Top 21 Influencer in Data (2021), and one of the Top 30 Most Inspiring Women in AI (2021). She is also a recipient of the Outstanding Service Award from UC Davis (2019) and was recently included in Dataleum's 30 Outstanding Women in Data, 2023.

Apart from her accolades, Sadie serves on various start-up and non-profit boards, and hosts the Data Bytes podcast. 

COLLECTIVE x Underground Scholars Retreat

Date: January 19th 2024

Time: 2:00 pm

Location: Walker Creek Ranch



Hello! COLLECTIVE is hosting the transfer/ non-traditional student retreat on January 19-21st with the intention of reaching and centering the experiences of our formerly incarcerated and system impacted student community(ies). Applications are now open and accepted on a rolling basis! Please share with your community or anyone you know who could benefit from space to connect with peers who share intersecting identities and grow in community! Thank you!

The 2024 Undergraduate Public Health Scholars Application is Now Open!  

The goal of the Undergraduate Public Health Scholars program is to provide a mentored summer research experience in public health sciences, with an emphasis on systemic health inequities. Students will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in one of the many types of research activities conducted by faculty in the department, from epidemiology of health disparities to environmental health and health policy. Students will receive a stipend of $5000 for a 10-week program in research for the summer of 2024. Students are expected to work 40 hours per week, meet weekly with faculty mentors, attend a weekly scientific skills seminar conducted by Educational Enrichment & Outreach Programs (EEOP)/ Biology Undergraduate Scholars Program (BUSP), and present their research at the EEOP/BUSP Poster Session.

• Eligibility: UC Davis undergraduates who have completed at least 3 years and have at least 1 more year prior to graduation. UPHS prioritizes students with a strong understanding and commitment to health equity, who are interested in pursuing careers in public health.  

Students from the following backgrounds are encouraged to apply:  

• Identify as a historically excluded racial or ethnic minority (African American, American Indians/Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians/Pacific Islanders, Hispanic/Latinx) 
• Have a disability 
• Participate in the BUSP or BUSP-STARS 
• Come from a disadvantaged background as defined by the NIH (See the EEOP eligibility page for specific details) 
• Students do not have to be in the College of Biological Sciences. Students from ALL majors/disciplines (including non-STEM majors) are encouraged to apply.  

The Undergraduate Public Health Scholars Program is funded by the UC Davis Department of Public Health Sciences.  Apply Here by Tuesday, February 20  

Upcoming Info Session  

Join us for a virtual informational session to learn more about the Undergraduate Public Health Scholars program, the application process, and hear from previous students in the program.  

• Virtual UPHS Info Session: Thursday, January 18, 2024 3:30pm  

Students who have questions can reach out to Jessica Mangili, jmangili@ucdavis.edu, or Dr. Michelle Ko, mijko@ucdavis.edu.

Thanks in advance for helping to share this opportunity with students!

Jessica Mangili (She/Her/Hers)

Undergraduate Advisor

Department of Public Health Sciences

University of California, Davis

One Shields Avenue

Medical Sciences 1C

Davis, CA 95616

Department of Public Health Sciences (ucdavis.edu)

jmangili@ucdavis.edu

Greetings colleagues,

The Strategic Asian and Pacific Islander Retention Initiative's Associate Director, Chris Pangelina, is facilitating a course this quarter called, Pasifika Footprint, on Wednesdays from 4:10pm-5:00pm (CRN 45416) through the School of Education. This a 1-unit P/NP in person course where students will examine their personal understandings of the Pacific Islander identity. If you know of any student who is looking for a 1-unit course that will count towards graduation, please share the attached flyer with them. There are still spaces available for students to add this before the add/drop deadline. 

Seminar Title: I think I may want to go to Graduate School --- How do I do that? An introductory and support seminar for those contemplating postgraduate programs

CRN Number: 25864

Grading: Pass/Non-Pass , 1 units

Day/Time: W, 10:00 AM – 10:50 AM

 Description:

This course is designed for all students who think they may be interested in pursuing some form of postgraduate work (master, postbac, doctorate, etc) but are not sure how to do it or how to start. We will discuss all aspects of the process including: differences between the different types of postgraduate degrees, application requirements, personal statements, letters of recommendation, etc. The course will also include panels of graduate students at different departments of the university who will share their experiences and advise. Throughout the course, students will be encouraged to reach to faculty for letters of recommendation, develop a draft of their personal statement and an "application matrix plan". While open to anyone, this seminar will focus on the challenges and barriers faced by first generation and students of color when considering graduate school. This seminar will be specially useful for transfer students and junior students.

Example Comments from the first offering of the course:

"In this seminar I have learned many things throughout this seminar. I learned more about ways to do your research on schools you're interested, different ways to pay for grad school such as financial aid, scholarships, TA positions, and much more. Another thing I learned is the types of degrees people can go for such as Phd, masters, post bac, and what the length, requirements are, etc. I also learned about what masters program may want such as experience and overall I learned the qualities and strategies to make you a good candidate for the possibility of masters, phd, etc".

"The most enjoyable part of this seminar was the environment and conversation. It was a safe space and it felt nice to know that I wasn't alone and how others were also lost trying to find their way and it was nice to learn more about grad school with others experiences, stories, their knowledge, and overall the teachings of the professor it was all enjoyable. I genuinely looked forward to this course!"

CHI 198, Winter Quarter , CRN 17646, Prof. Clarissa Rojas, unit 1

The course will analyze historical violence and emerging movements related to decolonizing violence, nurturing, and justice. Expect this course to explore globally challenged assumptions and the conceptualization of violence and sovereignty.

January 18th at 12:10 pm

Hello Campus Community,

Have you or an immediate family member been incarcerated?

If so – please, click HERE to join the Davis Underground Scholars Program (USP).

The UC Davis Underground Scholars Program aims to create a pathway for incarcerated, formerly incarcerated and system impacted individuals into higher education. We are an academic support program housed within the Office of Educational Opportunity and Enrichment Services (OEOES) at UC Davis. Our goal is to build a prison-to-school pipeline through recruitment, retention, advocacy, wellness, and career services.

Gunner Johnson, Program Director

Gunner Johnson was incarcerated for decades before his release in 2017. He joins the Davis-USP as its first Director, coming from Project Rebound at Sac State. Read Gunner's full bio here. Contact Gunner at gunjohnson@ucdavis.edu 

Trevor was incarcerated for 10 years before his release in 2014. After prison, Trevor was accepted to UC Davis, graduating in 2017. Now, as a formerly incarcerated Aggie alum, he is excited to serve formerly incarcerated and system-impacted UC Davis students. Contact Trevor at treclark@ucdavis.edu

It’s that time again for our annual MESA Preliminary Day! The MESA team is in full preparation mode for MESA Day, and we need volunteers and judges! MESA Day is where our middle school and high school students will compete locally by showcasing their engineering, coding, and creativity skills through various competitions (Math Escape, Coding Solutions, Moon Base, Cargo Glider, MESA Machine, NEDC, Think Tank, and Crime Scene Science). We would love to have you help us out by either serving as a guest judge for a competition or volunteer (helping with logistics/registration/lunch distribution/clean up on MESA Day! We will provide separate training for volunteers and guest judges in the month of February. 

Perks: You are helping to ensure middle school and high school students can compete in their STEM competitions by helping us with logistics or judging a competition. Please note: our students have been working extremely hard on their projects and a good portion of them started in SEPT/OCT 2022. We will also provide a free t-shirt, snacks/lunch, and a gift (a token of our appreciation). 

Deadline to Register: February 7, 2023

For Think Tank & NEDC, Students submit their electronically submit their video/poster/prototype on February 23^rd and you will have a week to judge their submission. NEDC: part I- poster/prototype (virtually) and part II- technical interview (in-person). 

In-Person MESA Day: March 2, 2023

In-Person MESA Day Competitions: Moon Base, Cargo Glider, MESA Machine, Crime Scene, NEDC (Technical Interviews ONLY), and Think Tank (Interviews ONLY).

Virtual MESA Day: March 4-7th, 2023

Virtual MESA Day Competitions: Coding Solutions, Math Escape<-- For Coding Solutions and Math Escape competitions, volunteers will serve as a proctor and answer any questions. 

March 4th: Coding Solutions (Middle School)-> 4:30-6p

March 5th: Coding Solutions (High School)-> 4:30-6p

March 6th: Math Escape (Middle School)-> 4:30-6p

March 7th: Math Escape (High School)-> 4:30-6p

MESA DAY Register here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdIfxd4-ZhUv1_FvQQL8904so0Uy5Y4bfhGjp0VsvBv6C32WQ/viewform?usp=sf_link

Let us (Catt Sencion:  ccsencion@ucdavis.edu and Dr.T cmthompson@ucdavis.edu) know if you have any questions.

The Graduate School of Management (GSM) is teaming up with Aggie Compass Basic Needs Center for a Business Boutique to host a Business Boutique for UC Davis students.

Dress for success and own your next interview! The Business Boutique invites you to explore a collection of FREE professional clothing, carefully curated to help you build a confident wardrobe. Clothing for all students and all genders will be available, and there will be changing rooms available to try them on.

Join us to not only pick out the perfect outfit but also to receive valuable insights on interview preparation. Our MBA students and GSM staff will be on hand to provide a FREE consulting for your resume and elevator pitch and other advice about professional presentation, ensuring you make a strong impression from paper to presence. Visit the Business Boutique on January 19th in room 2310 of the Graduate School of Management to elevate your professional image and set the stage for your future success!

• What: Business Boutique
• When: Friday, January 19th, 2024, 11AM to 6PM

Where: UC Davis Graduate School of Management Gallagher Hall Room 2310

Walk-ins are always welcome

Greetings,

I hope this email finds you well. I am writing to invite you to share an exciting upcoming event – the Chicanx & Latinx Education Symposium. This symposium aims to foster meaningful conversations with three distinguished interdisciplinary scholar-activists who have explored various topics, including bilingual education, the experiences of Black Latines in education, and the significance of a liberatory education in the global U.S. South.

Event Details:

Date: January 18th

Mentorship Lunch: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Panel Presentations: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Location: International Center, 463 California Ave #3140, Davis, CA 95616

Guest Speakers:

1. Laura C. Chavez-Moreno

2. María Cioè-Peña

3. Jonathan Peraza Campos

During the mentorship lunch, students will have the unique opportunity to engage in in-depth discussions with our esteemed guest speakers, providing a platform for further exploration of the symposium's key topics.

I have attached the event flyer to this email, which includes more detailed information. Additionally, there is a QR code on the flyer that leads to our sign-up forms for those interested in attending that is due by Wednesday at 8pm. This event is open to both graduate and undergraduate students in any field of study. 

We believe that your platform would be an excellent avenue to help us reach a wider audience and make this event a success. Your support in sharing this event in your newsletters or other communication channels would be greatly appreciated!

If you have any questions or require further information, please feel free to reach out. Thank you for considering our invitation, and we hope to see you at the Chicanx & Latinx Education Symposium.

Best regards,

--

Fatima Hernandez Brambila

Executive Chair | S.P.E.A.K. for Undocumented & Immigrant Rights

Sociology | University of California, Davis

fmhernandezbram@ucdavis.edu | LinkedIn

Hello,

My name is Ashley Samson. I am the Scholarships and Operations Coordinator within the Global Learning Hub. I wanted to reach out to see if you are willing to share the attached flyer with your students outlining a research grant opportunity. 

The Global Aggies Award for LGBTQIA+ Rights encourages and supports UC Davis students global learning and engagement regarding the issues that LGBTQIA+ communities and individuals face around the world. Students may submit project proposals individually or as a team of collaborators.

The application closes on February 21, 2024 at 11:59 pm PST. 

The grant supports student involvement in research or creative work, internships/externships, or other projects that advance the rights and/or wellbeing of LGBTQIA+ people globally. This may include:

• Student-driven research or creative activity with a global dimension that aims to support or explore LGBTQIA+ wellbeing and/or rights.
• Collaboration with faculty on relevant research or creative activity.
• Engagement in projects or internships with organizations that support LGBTQIA+ wellbeing and/or rights—these may impact a defined community or create resources supporting LGBTQIA+ people locally, in the United States, in other countries, or transnationally.
• Student-developed independent projects focused on topics relevant to this award to be implemented while studying abroad.

Eligibility

• Open to continuing UC Davis undergraduate, graduate, and professional students.
• Open to all majors and fields of study.

Project Examples

• Collaborate with faculty on a literature review to support research investigating the experiences of transgender and gender nonconforming people in Sacramento area diasporic communities who have sought gender-affirming care.
• Attend an international cultural gathering organized by LGBTQIA+ artists and musicians with the plan to share that experience through a video.
• Join a team to help create gender-affirming, racially and sexually inclusive resources on LGBTQIA+ Asian and Pacific Islander (API) health in multiple languages.
• Inform and participate in global LGBTQIA+ youth policy advocacy at the United Nations.

Award Amount - Up to $2,500

Let me know if you have any questions/concerns. I am happy to discuss further.

Have a great day 🙂

Ashley Samson

asnsamson@ucdavis.edu

• Gilman funds federal Pell grant recipients with up to $5,000 for credit bearing study and internship abroad programs in countries with a travel warning of 1 or 2 throughout the world. Study Abroad has many programs that fit the Gilman criteria.
• The next application period is scheduled to run from late January through Thursday, March 7^th and will apply to any study abroad program with a start date between May 1, 2024 and April 30, 2025 (summer 2024, fall 2024, winter/spring 2024, the entire 2024-25 academic year). 
• UC Davis has had 471 Gilman Scholars – including 180 Chicanx/Latinx Gilman Scholars – since 2015 and we have regularly been recognized as a Gilman Top Producer. While we are pleased with this success, we believe there is potential for further growth.