This is announcement is for the benefit of students who wish to participate. It is not an endorsement.
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On October 18th, Kaplan will be offering a campus wide opportunity for students to take a FREE Practice MCAT, LSAT, GRE, OAT, DAT, GMAT test.
Archive for September, 2008
Free Kaplan practice test opportunity
Posted in Career on September 30, 2008 | Comments Off
Take Back the Night march tomorrow
Posted in Student Meetings on September 29, 2008 | Comments Off
Take Back the Night, an annual march and rally against sexual and domestic violence, will take place tomorrow, September 30th, @ 6PM in Dunn Meadow.
In addition to a performance by Christine Papania, there will be speakers from the Office of Women’s Affairs, Middle Way House and campusrape.org. Following a rally through campus, a Speak Out [...]
Government & non-profit career events
Posted in Career on September 29, 2008 | Comments Off
Please see details below for an exciting week of Government & Non-profit career events!
Monday, September 29, 2008
7:00pm – 8:00pm
Woodburn Hall, Room 120
“Opportunities Abound in Government Careers”
Environmental Protection Agency employee, Gilbert Castellanos, will discuss the breadth of opportunities that exist in the federal government, as well as the path to get to them. Come to [...]
HPER P412 Exercise, Health, and Disease – Spring 2009
Posted in Cool Classes on September 29, 2008 | Comments Off
Check out this cool elective for spring!
(Note – this is a non-College of A&S course.)
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HPER P412 Exercise, Health, and Disease – Spring 2009
Designed for students preparing for careers in the medical professions
An in-depth scientific study of the
etiology
pathophysiology
mechanisms of exercise intervention
For modern chronic diseases: including, but not limited to
atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease
hypertension
metabolic syndrome
diabetes (including complications)
Hyperlipidemia
Obesity
Cancer
chronic obstructive lung [...]
SACNAS meeting 10/2/08
Posted in Student Meetings on September 29, 2008 | Comments Off
FromSACNAS (Society for Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science)
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WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN US IN OUR FALL SACNAS CALL-OUT and ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING!
Date: Thursday October 2nd
Time: 5pm
Location: La Casa (715 E 7th St)
SACNAS is now an official student organization at IU!
What is SACNAS?:
The mission of SACNAS (Society for Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans [...]
Undergrad lab position
Posted in Career, Research Opportunities on September 29, 2008 | Comments Off
Please read the following undergraduate lab position. For questions, contact information is below:
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Job description:
Our lab focuses on the use of genetic approaches to study the mammalian nervous system. We have been analyzing the role of the receptor tyrosine kinases, the “ErbBs”, and their ligands, the “neuregulins”.
Pre-optometry club meeting TONIGHT!
Posted in Student Meetings on September 29, 2008 | Comments Off
The next pre-optometry club meeting is TODAY, Monday September 29th from 6-7 in Opt. room 111.
The guest speaker will be Justin Griest. Mr. Griest is the Manager of Admissions Information and Recruitment from The Ohio State University College of Optometry. Also, if you have not yet paid your dues, please bring $15 to [...]
“Conversation Exchange” – volunteer today!
Posted in Student Meetings on September 25, 2008 | Comments Off
A volunteer opportunity for American students who want to get to know international students:
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For several years now, the Intensive English Program (IEP) of the Department of Second Language Studies has sponsored a fun and useful program called “Conversation Exchange”. Through “Conversation Exchange”, international students get the opportunity to meet and talk with American students, [...]
Walk-ins cancelled Friday, 9/26/08
Posted in Advising Announcements on September 25, 2008 | Comments Off
The Biology Advisors have a professional meeting that day. Walk-in advising will be cancelled. Regular office hours will resume on Monday, September 29.
“Life on the Job” – 10/2/08 6-7:30 pm, JH 239
Posted in Career on September 25, 2008 | Comments Off
“Life on the Job” is sponsored by the Biotechnology program here at IU. The speakers include key people from Bloomington biotechnology firms, including Cook and BioConvergence. This is a GREAT networking event, so bring your questions and come along!
LEAD IU courses – second 8 weeks
Posted in Cool Classes on September 24, 2008 | Comments Off
Looking for some second eight weeks courses? Try LEAD IU!
LEAD IU is a comprehensive leadership development program that was created through a partnership of the Student Activities Office, Union Board and Residential Programming and Services. Their EDUC-U 495 Leadership Courses are key component of their mission.
The following Second 8 Week Courses still [...]
LAMP accepting applications
Posted in Cool Classes on September 24, 2008 | Comments Off
From the Liberal Arts and Management Program:
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This is just a reminder that The Liberal Arts and Management Program (LAMP) is still accepting applications for current sophomores and juniors. We will accept applications until October 1st.
You can apply online at www.indiana.edu/~lamp under the “Apply Now” icon. If you have any questions please call the [...]
$$$Hutton Honors College Grants$$$
Posted in Scholarships Links on September 24, 2008 | Comments Off
HHC Grant Money Available
Come to an Informational Meeting about the HHC Undergraduate Grant Program
http://www.indiana.edu/~iubhonor/hds/granthd.php
Friday, September 26th at 3pm in Woodburn Hall 120.
Learn about all the grants the HHC offers to any qualified IUB undergraduates:
International Experiences Program Grants
Research Grants
Research Partnership Grants
Capstone & Thesis Awards
Teaching Internship Grants
Professional Experience Internship Grants
Creative Activity Grants
Travel Grants
Spring Grant [...]
Student Academic Center FREE workshops – 9/29-10/1/08
Posted in Advising Announcements on September 23, 2008 | Comments Off
The following free SAC workshops are being held during the upcoming week of 9/29 through 10/1. The workshops are open to all students, and they need not sign up in advance to attend but are advised to arrive early to get seating. If you have questions please contact: Sharon Chertkoff, Ph.D., Basic Skills [...]
Interested in a what to do with a PhD in the sciences?
Posted in Career on September 22, 2008 | Comments Off
An interesting article from the magazine Science:
And Then There Was One
Law Day is coming! 10/6/08
Posted in Career on September 22, 2008 | Comments Off
From Mac Francis at HPPLC:
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Hello!
Monday, October 6, 2008, is Law Day at IUB. With 105+ schools, it will again be the largest Law Fair in the country! It is a rare opportunity that most college students around the nation simply do not have. Attending can give you a head-start and an edge [...]
Costa Rica Overseas Study – meeting TODAY!
Posted in Bio Courses, Cool Classes on September 22, 2008 | Comments Off
Dr. Ruf has scheduled a Costa Rica program information meeting this coming Monday, Sept. 22, in JH 248, at 4 PM.
Interested students can get an overview of the program and ask any questions they might have at the meeting.
The course itself will be held from Dec. 27, 2008 through Jan. 7, 2009.
You can earn [...]
SPEA–V 450 “ Scholars in Global Citizenship Program”
Posted in Cool Classes on September 22, 2008 | Comments Off
SPEA’s -V 450, ” Scholars in Global Citizenship Program” (SGCP) is 3 credit hour course with an international travel component that is offered spring semester 2009 – second 8 weeks. The course is available to all undergraduate students with a minimum 3.00 Cumulative GPA and through an application process. The application deadline is [...]
Ramadan Fast-a-Thon – 9/30/08
Posted in Volunteer Opportunities on September 22, 2008 | Comments Off
The Ramadan Fast-a-Thon
September 30, 2008
In the Islamic month of Ramadan, Muslims fast during daylight hours as an act of submission, solidarity, and remembrance. Fasting calls attention to those who go hungry every day, not as an exercise of religious expression, but out of necessity.
In Bloomington alone, area food pantries, soup kitchens, and other emergency [...]
Pre-Law Call Out
Posted in Student Meetings on September 19, 2008 | Comments Off
Here’s a great organization, resume booster, a way to learn a lot about legal careers and law school admissions, AND a fun way to socialize and meet people. Phi Alpha Delta (PAD) is the nation’s largest prelaw and law “fraternity” (it’s not a frat in the “greek” sense–it’s coed, and basically a club).
For more [...]
