The Biology Advising Office would like to congratulate our December 2007 graduates! We are very proud of you!
For those who are going to commencement, the ceremonies webpage is here.
Best wishes on a bright future!
Archive for December, 2007
Congratulations, grads!
Posted in Academic Links, Advising Announcements, Graduation Info on December 14, 2007 | Comments Off
Chemistry job openings
Posted in Career on December 13, 2007 | Comments Off
From the CDC:
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SABIC Innovative Plastics will be on campus offering interviews for their Analytical Chemists and Process/Product Development Chemists. All job descriptions are posted on IUCareers.com
A little bit about SABIC Innovative Plastics:
Formerly GE Plastics, SABIC Innovative Plastics is one of the world`s leading provider of advanced engineering thermoplastics with revenues of $6.8B. We have over [...]
Graduating seniors – take the graduation pledge
Posted in Advising Announcements, Graduation Info on December 13, 2007 | Comments Off
To: The Graduating Class From: Leadership, Ethics, and Social Action program, Dept of Political Science
We invite you to consider taking the pledge: (cards and ribbons available in Woodburn 210)
“I pledge to explore and take into account the social and environmental consequences of any job I consider and will try to improve these aspects of any [...]
Good luck, and have a good break!
Posted in Advising Announcements on December 10, 2007 | Comments Off
The Biology Advising Office wishe all of our students good luck on their final exams, projects, and papers. Also, have a great break, and enjoy some time away from campus!
Our office will be open during normal hours this week (7:30-12 and 1-4:30), although we will be gone mid-day on Tuesday 12/11 and all afternoon Thursday [...]
Career events – internship fair, USDA, etc.
Posted in Career on December 7, 2007 | Comments Off
Upcoming career events from the Career Development Center:
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GET READY FOR THE 2008 INTERNSHIP FAIR!
Are you looking for an internship this summer? If so, interested students should plan on attending the 2008 Internship Fair sponsored by the Career Development Center and Arts & Sciences Career Services.
This year’s Internship Fair will be held on Thursday, January [...]
Honors thesis students – read on!
Posted in Advising Announcements, Graduation Info, Important Stuff! on December 6, 2007 | Comments Off
To any student who is anticipating completing an honors thesis this month:This is a reminder that if you haven’t done so already, you MUST let our office know that you’re completing a thesis ASAP. Also, you MUST turn in a copy of your honors thesis after your thesis defense, and it must be signed by [...]
Overseas Study in Canterbery, England – application deadline 1/15
Posted in Advising Announcements, Cool Classes on December 6, 2007 | Comments Off
A message from Jessica Manthie of Overseas Study:
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I am writing to tell you about a great study abroad opportunity available to students in the Biology department. IU administers an academic year program at the University of Kent in Canterbury, England where students are directly enrolled at a British university and take classes with British students. [...]
Biology Club Tshirt Sale!
Posted in Advising Announcements, Important Stuff! on December 6, 2007 | Comments Off
Biology Club Tshirt Sale!
When: Friday and Monday (as long as supplies last), 10am-2pm
Where: Jordan Hall Atrium
Come check out our new designs! Also, some new merchandise with the old “I Heart IU Biology” design.
Perfect for gifts for family and friends.
WonderLab student appreciation day TOMORROW
Posted in Advising Announcements on December 6, 2007 | Comments Off
WONDERLAB’S STUDENT APPRECIATION SHOPPING DAY
TO ENCOURAGE STUFF-A-BUS DONATIONS
Bloomington, Indiana – Interested in finding unique holiday gifts as your purchases benefit the Bloomington community? Then, “buy local” at the WonderLab Museum during Student Appreciation Shopping Day on Friday, December 7, from 9:30 am – 8:30 pm.
Indiana University and Ivy Tech Community College-Bloomington students will receive a [...]
Summer internship in Indiana – water quality study
Posted in Career on December 6, 2007 | Comments Off
We just received the following – sounds like an interesting internship opportunity!
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I am an environmental manager with the Indiana Department of Environmental Management, Office of Water Quality, Biological Studies Section.
I am sending you this packet for any students interested in summer employment this year and would like to work out of central Indiana. Our field [...]
University Coalitions for Global Health – free showing of “Sicko”
Posted in Student Meetings on December 3, 2007 | Comments Off
From the students of University Coalitions for Global Health:
This *Wednesday, December 5, from 6-9 pm in Jordan Hall A106, *come see the documentary *SICKO *by Michael Moore for FREE! Refreshments will be provided as well!
To encourage a greater interest in the contemporary issues facing our health care system in America and around the world, [...]
Things not going well in a course? What to do:
Posted in Advising Announcements, Important Stuff! on December 3, 2007 | Comments Off
We’ve had lots of students contact our office about what to do if things aren’t going well in a class at this point in the semester. Here are some guidelines:
First: no matter what, speak with your professor and AI! Your professor and AI will have suggestions about what to do regarding your situation in the [...]
U of Michigan graduate programs
Posted in Career, Grad School Links on December 3, 2007 | Comments Off
Looking at grad school? Here is a message from the U of Michgan Program in Biomedical Sciences office:
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Dear Prospective Graduate Student,
As you are considering your pursuit of graduate education, we hope the Program in Biomedical Sciences (PIBS) at the University of Michigan is on your list! Our umbrella/interdisciplinary program is one of the most flexible [...]
Looking for an S&H? CJUS has some great ideas?
Posted in Cool Classes on December 3, 2007 | Comments Off
Do you still need an S&H course? Are you at loose ends for filling out your schedules or for finding just the “right” minor?
Look at the following Criminal Justice courses for some ideas – they’re still open!
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CJUS-P 100 Introduction to Criminal Justice (2 sections)
This course is an introduction to the administration of criminal justice. Its [...]
Need a tutor?
Posted in Advising Announcements on December 3, 2007 | Comments Off
The Biology Undergraduate Advising Office would like to remind you that if you’re struggling to get that passing grade in a major class, private tutors are available. Please see this link for the names and email addresses of tutors: http://www.bio.indiana.edu/undergrad/tutors/index.html.
Of course, you should first meet with your instructor and AI in order to get the [...]
