Created: Jan 22, 2008 4:02:20 AM

Important news, events, and professional development opportunities for students in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

ACADEMIC ADVISING

GRANTS AND AWARDS

INTERNSHIPS

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

ACADEMIC ADVISING
Upcoming Workshops
Check out these upcoming workshops: Jan. 31: Super Study Skills for Success; Jan. 31: Time Management Workshop; and Feb. 1: Super Study Skills for Success. You'll find date, time, location, and registration information on the Web site listed below under "Calendar of Events."

If you have questions, please contact: lynda.capuzzi@villanova.edu@villanova.edu

GRANTS AND AWARDS
German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) Scholarships
Highly qualified undergraduate students are invited to apply for scholarships funding study, senior thesis research, and/or internships in Germany from four to 10 months. Scholarships are available either as part of an organized study abroad program or as part of an individual, student-designed study abroad semester or year. Deadline: January 31, 2008

For additional information: www.daad.org/page/47220/
If you have questions, please contact: nora.pillard@villanova.edu

National Security Education Program (NSEP) David L. Boren Scholarship
The Institute of International Education (IIE) is accepting applications for the 2008-2009 National Security Education Program (NSEP) David L. Boren Scholarships for undergraduate students for study abroad. The 2008-2009 Boren Scholarships provide funding for summer, semester, or year-long study in areas of the world that are critical to U.S. national security but are underrepresented in study abroad. After completion of the program, recipients are required to work in the Federal government for a period of time equal to the duration of the assistance provided under the program. Deadline: February 12, 2008

For additional information: www.iie.org/nsep
If you have questions, please contact: nora.pillard@villanova.edu

Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship Program
The Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship Program provides undergraduate and graduate funding to participants as they are prepared academically and professionally to enter the United States Department of State Foreign Service. Women, members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service, and students with financial need are encouraged to apply. Students who apply during their sophomore year are eligible for funding for their junior and senior years of college and paid State Department summer internships in Washington, D.C., and overseas. Graduating seniors and recent graduates are able to apply for the graduate fellowship, which includes funding for their first and second year of graduate school and paid State Department internships in Washington, D.C., and overseas. Deadline: February 4, 2008

For additional information: www.woodrow.org
If you have questions, please contact: nora.pillard@villanova.edu

Whitaker International Fellows and Scholars Program
The Whitaker International Program is a competitive grant that is targeted at sending emerging leaders in the field of biomedical engineering overseas to increase international collaboration in the field. The grant is awarded based on an activity/project proposal that is relevant to biomedical engineering. Deadline: February 11, 2008

For additional information: www.whitaker.org
If you have questions, please contact: nora.pillard@villanova.edu

INTERNSHIPS
92.5 WXTU in Philadelphia
92.5 WXTU in Philadelphia is currently looking for several motivated and ambitious interns for the spring semester 2008. The ideal candidates are students who are focused on Public Relations/Marketing or Radio Broadcasting. The station is looking for students to help both in and out of the office, at 92.5 WXTU, assisting with the daily responsibilities and duties in radio promotions and programming departments. The students must receive college credit for this internship; there is no financial compensation.

For additional information: http://www.wxtu.com/
If you have questions, please contact: Rina.Ebert@villanova.edu

NEW OPPORTUNITY
Are you interested in completing an internship that is not relevant to your major? Have you thought about various possibilities that interest you, but were uncertain you could receive academic credit? The internship office is excited to share that as an A&S student in the College you are invited to explore internship opportunities outside of your major for academic credit. Please contact Rina Ebert to learn more about this.

If you have questions, please contact: rina.ebert@villanova.edu

Nancy Glass Productions -- Spring 2008
Nancy Glass Productions is looking for students who have an interest and passion for the television industry or on-line projects. The company produces national television shows which can be seen on HGTV, Lifetime, Women's Entertainment TV, Animal Planet, Discovery, etc. The production company produces shows about renovating the home, travel, food, gifts, events, and all kinds of other entertaining subjects.

For additional information: http://www.nancyglassproductions.com/
If you have questions, please contact: rina.ebert@villanova.edu

RLM Enterprises, Inc.
Great internship with Philadelphiascence.com and MainLineScene.com. Both of these are upscale online entertainment guides.

For additional information: http://mainlinescene.com/about.php
If you have questions, please contact: rina.ebert@villanova.edu

State Senator Connie Williams -- Spring Internships Available
State Senator Connie Williams is currently seeking qualified college students for internships in her District Offices in King of Prussia and Havertown. The 17th State Senate District includes the municipalities of Bridgeport, Conshohocken, Lower Merion, Narberth, Plymouth, Upper Merion, West Conshohocken, East Norriton, and Norristown in Montgomery County and Haverford and Radnor Townships in Delaware County. Part-time internship with a minimum of 10 hours per week. Responsibilities include: assist District Office staff in responding to issues/problems raised by constituents of the 17th Senate District; attend public meetings on behalf of the Senator and prepare written summary of meeting; perform a variety of legislative support assignments as defined by the District Director; assist in the composition of letters and background materials for use by Senator and other District staff; and perform related administrative work as required. Interns will be encouraged to spend a day with the Senator in Harrisburg while the legislature is in session.

For additional information: http://www.senatorconniewilliams.com/
If you have questions, please contact: rina.ebert@villanova.edu

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
2008 College Recruit Days
College Recruit 2008 recruitment conferences are invitation only and are designed for one purpose -- to help you find the job or internship you want, with the employer you want! Last year's Careers 2007 events brought together more than 200 companies and nearly 3,500 select students. College Recruit 2008 promises to be even more successful. As always, the goal is to help as many seniors as possible (both fall and spring graduates) connect with career opportunities. Application deadline: Jan. 26, 2008

For additional information: http://www.globalhrprograms.com/cr2008.html
If you have questions, please contact: careers.info@villanova.edu

How to Network Workshop
Have you heard that finding a job or internship depends on who you know? Are you wondering how a student can learn to network effectively? Come to this hands-on workshop on Wednesday, Jan. 23, at 3:30 p.m. in Corr Hall Room 103, and we guarantee that you will come away with the skills, confidence, and specific strategies to develop your own network of professional contacts.

For additional information:
If you have questions, please contact: careers.info@villanova.edu

Interviewing Preparation Workshop
Make an outstanding first impression by building successful interviewing skills. Find out how to prepare for your interviews, what to do in the interview, and how to follow up after the interview. This workshop takes place on Thursday, Jan. 24, at 4 p.m., in Corr Hall Room 103.

If you have questions, please contact: careers.info@villanova.edu

Mock Interview Day of Liberal Arts Students
Move ahead of the competition and "practice with the pros to see how it goes!" Employer representatives from Applied Card, Grant Thornton, Waddell & Reed, KPMG, IRS, and Credit Suisse will be giving 30- minute mock interviews to help students perfect the art of interviewing on Tuesday, Jan. 29, in Corr Hall. Instructions for signing up for a mock/practice interview: -- Login to your GoNova account http://villanova.erecruiting.com/er/security/login.jsp -- Your profile needs to be completed and a r?sum? uploaded before signing up for a time. Under jobs and internships, type in VU Mock Interview in the keyword search area Select a company name and scroll down to apply. * choose and submit a r?sum?. * Sign up for an interview time on the schedule. Please select only one time to allow others the opportunity to have a time. If interested in more then one, you may certainly check back later next week to see if there are any openings. Videotaped mock interviews can also be scheduled with career counselors by calling 610-519-4060

If you have questions, please contact: careers.info@villanova.edu

R?sum? Review Day for Liberal Arts Students
Representatives from Canon Business Solutions, State Farm Insurance, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Deloitte, and First Investors will be available to critique r?sum?s on Monday, Jan. 28, from 1 to 5 p.m., in the first floor lounge of Falvey Memorial Library.

If you have questions, please contact: careers.info@villanova.edu

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Arthology Meets Tonight
Arthology will meet on Tuesday (yes, tonight!) at 7:30 p.m. in Connelly Center. If you would like to submit your poetry, prose, photography, drawing, or other art, please e-mail your submission to Arthology@gmail.com.

If you have questions, please contact: Arthology@gmail.com

CFS Admission FREE for Students With Valid I.D.s
Admission to films in the Cultural Film Series is now free, for the first time in the series' 30-year history, for students with valid University I.D. Further, the Connelly Cinema has been completely revamped, with new projection and sound systems installed. And this semester, CFS celebrates the launch of the new Institute for Global Interdisciplinary Studies in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. For a complete schedule of films, please visit the Web site listed below.

If you have questions, please contact: john.oleary@villanova.edu

Center for Peace and Justice Education
The Center for Peace and Justice Education is hosting many special events during the Spring 2008 semester, including the annual celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Check out the many events online for dates, times, and locations, and make plans to attend.

If you have questions, please contact: sharon.discher@villanova.edu

Ethics for Lunch
Tired of your typical lunch fare? Looking to spice up that soup-and-sandwich combo? Searching for something just a little more substantive than cheese steak? If you answered yes to any of the above questions, then you need to join us for Ethics for Lunch. Please bring your lunch with you and join us for some stimulating conversation. All members of the Villanova community are welcome to participate in these informal events. Well even provide the cookies!

If you have questions, please contact: mark.doorley@villanova.edu

Freedom School
This series of events to commemorate the life, work, and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a highlight of the spring semester and is not to be missed. Be sure to attend these events.

If you have questions, please contact: sharon.discher@villanova.edu

Sophomore Service Learning Community
Three information sessions remain for the sophomore Service Learning Community (SLC): Wednesday, Jan. 23, at 7:30 p.m. in CEER 001 and 9 p.m. in St. Monicas first floor lounge; and Monday, Jan. 28, at 9 p.m. in the South Campus Dining Hall. All freshmen are welcome to apply to the only sophomore learning community. Applications are available online and are due by Jan. 30. All applicants must be interviewed. The learning community includes three hours of service per week, enrollment in a SLC class, and "Fourth Hour" reflection on service (a one-credit course). This allows students to combine theory in the classroom with reality in service. Students build a community together in Alumni Hall and build relationships at their service sites in the Philadelphia area.

If you have questions, please contact: noreen.cameron@villanova.edu

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