On Monday, Oct. 6, 2008, at 4:30 p.m., Don Asher will discuss "Applying to Graduate School" in the Mendel Science Center Room 102. Thinking about applying to GRADUATE SCHOOL? Don’t miss nationally known speaker and author DON ASHER and his ADMISSIONS TO GRADUATE SCHOOL presentation. Don, “America’s Job Search Guru,"will be on campus to discuss the graduate school admissions process including: essay writing, letters of recommendation, and tips for success. Don’t miss this chance to get the inside scoop on getting into grad school.

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

Have you ever wondered how to run the Web-based degree auditing tool? This tool will help you to see what courses you have completed and those that you still need to complete. You also can ask the question, "What if?," to see what courses you need if you change your major. It's quick and easy, just follow the Web link listed below: CAPP (Curriculum, Advising, and Program Planning).

For additional information: http://www.villanova.edu/artsci/college/advising/advisement/studentguide/capp.htm

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

Chemistry tutors will be available two evenings per week to provide homework help for students enrolled in first-year Chemistry classes. Please come prepared to do your homework problems, with the added resource of a tutor's assistance if needed. Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 to 11 p.m. in the South Campus Dining Hall.

If you have questions, please contact: Learning.support.services@villanova.edu

The United States Department of State and the Council of American Overseas Research Centers (CAORC) are pleased to announce the availability of overseas scholarships for intensive summer language institutes in eleven critical need foreign languages. Languages include: Arabic, Azerbaijani, Bangla/Bengali, Chinese, Hindi, Korean, Persian, Punjabi, Russian, Turkish, and Urdu. For more information, please visit www.CLScholarship.org Deadline: November 14, 2008 .

For additional information: www.CLScholarship.org

If you have questions, please contact: nora.pillard@villanova.edu

The Gilman International Scholarship Program provides awards of up to $5,000 for U.S undergraduate students to study abroad for up to one academic year. The program aims to diversify the kinds of student who study abroad and the countries and regions where they go. Students must be receiving a Federal Pell Grant at the time of application. For more information, full eligibility criteria, and the online application, please visit the Web site below. Deadline: October 7, 2008.

For additional information: www.iie.org/gilman

If you have questions, please contact: nora.pillard@villanova.edu

The Institute of International Education (IIE) is accepting applications for the 2009-2010 National Security Education Program (NSEP) David L. Boren Scholarships for undergraduate students for study abroad. The 2009-2010 Boren Scholarships provide funding for summer, semester, or yearlong 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. For more information, please visit the Web site below. Deadline: February 11, 2009.

For additional information: www.borenawards.org

If you have questions, please contact: nora.pillard@villanova.edu

Are you changing the world? Enter Glamour’s 2009 Top 10 College Women Competition. It takes: leadership experience, involvement on campus and in your community, inspiring goals, excellence in your field of study, and status as a college junior. You win: $3,000, a trip to New York City, a meeting with top female professionals, a gala awards luncheon, and national recognition in Glamour’s June 2009 issue. For more information and an application, please visit the Web site below. Deadline: December 1, 2008.

For additional information: www.glamour.com/news

If you have questions, please contact: nora.pillard@villanova.edu

There are hundreds of internships available to you on the internship database. Visit the Web site listed below to learn more. Log on with your VU username and password and take a minute to look over the internship opportunities. In order to apply for internships to receive academic credit, you must complete the online application form and upload your essay and resume: http://www.villanova.edu/artsci/college/internships/application.htm Please feel free to contact Rina Ebert at Rina.Ebert@Villanova.Edu or Luisa Ruggieri at Luisa.Ruggieri@Villanova.Edu with any questions. **If you do not want to receive academic credit AND the internship does not REQUIRE that you receive academic credit, you are free to apply independently.

For additional information: http://www.villanova.edu/artsci/college/internships/special_programs.htm

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

What: An opportunity to meet the staff and learn about the internship opportunities available to you as Villanova Liberal Arts students! A representative from the Office of Career Services and International Studies will be joining the session. Lunch will be served. Where: St. Augustine Center Room 300. When: Wednesday, October 8, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Why: Internships are an integral part of your college education! This is a great way to begin thinking about your career and what you will do outside of the classroom. Please RSVP to Megan.E.Ryan@Villanova.Edu by Sunday, October 5!

If you have questions, please contact: kathryn.szumanski@villanova.edu

The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars is an independent, non-profit organization serving hundreds of colleges and universities in the United States and other countries by providing selected students challenging opportunities to work and learn in Washington, D.C.; London; and Mexico for academic credit. The largest such program, with more than 60 full-time staff, The Washington Center has over 35,000 alumni, leaders in numerous professions and nations around the world. Please join the Internship Office and Danielle Mahan, representative from The Washington Center, to learn more about their opportunities and internship possibilities for ALL MAJORS. Where: St. Augustine Center Room 300. When: Tuesday, September 30, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. A light continental breakfast will be served.

If you have questions, please contact: Megan.E.Ryan@Villanova.Edu

The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars is an independent, non-profit organization serving hundreds of colleges and universities in the United States and other countries by providing selected students challenging opportunities to work and learn in Washington D.C., London, and Mexico for academic credit. The largest such program, with more than 60 full-time staff, The Washington Center has over 35,000 alumni, leaders in numerous professions and nations around the world. Please join the Internship Office and Danielle Mahan, representative from The Washington Center, to learn more about their opportunities and internship possibilities for ALL MAJORS. Light continental breakfast will be served. To RSVP, please e-mail Luisa.Ruggieri@Villanova.Edu

For additional information: www.twc.edu

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

DHS is the leading agency for the U.S. Government mobilizing and organizing our nation to secure the homeland from terrorist. OPA is responsible for developing and implementing the Department’s message regarding homeland security and the oversight of the website, secretarial events, public outreach, media relations, and communications to all regional offices. Interns will be working on various projects related to the mission of the Office of Public Affairs and it’s 12 functional areas. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and the application for both the internship office and the DHS or OPA.

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

Clark Capital Management Group, located in Center City Philadelphia, manages investors’ portfolios and seeks to partner with experienced and knowledgeable financial advisors. Our portfolios are tailored to the unique requirements of high net worth individuals, corporations, foundations, and retirement plans. We work to create sophisticated asset allocation solutions that will consistently generate competitive risk-adjusted returns over market cycles for clients focused on long-term growth. We are looking for an intern in his or her Junior or Senior year in our business Development/Marketing department. The internship could start as early as December 2008, or depending on internship requirements, could wait until spring term. We are looking for a student who would be available 2 to 3 full days a week. We offer compensation and excellent experience in marketing and finance.

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

Attend this Career Services session to learn how to "ace" a summer or full-time job interview; discover how to prepare and present yourself, as well as follow up after the interview.

For additional information: http://www.villanova.edu/vpaa/careers/resources/tips/interviewing.htm

If you have questions, please contact: aimee.blevin@villanova.edu

SENIORS OF ALL MAJORS: Come to Corr Hall 104 Jobs & Java, from 3 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, October 2, to chat about the FBI Business/Management Analyst positions. These positions are for students that are hard working and excited about a career in the public sector. RSVP on GoNova and get more details. Casual attire is appropriate.

If you have questions, please contact: Maureen.piotti@villanova.edu

Career Services will help you identify what to include on your resume and how to write it and format it effectively for the end result of a well designed and effective first draft. This workshop is designed for students who are beginning their resume.

For additional information: www.villanova.edu/vpaa/careers/resources/tips/resumewriting.htm

If you have questions, please contact: aimee.blevin@villanova.edu

All Majors: The Marketing Society is hosting this session for you to learn about a Pharmaceutical Primary Care Sales Representative position with the premier sales force in the pharmaceutical industry. In order to receive an opportunity to have a live interview on October 29, 2008, you must complete the company's Pre-Employment Screen (PES). Please visit http://www.lilly.com/careers, and click on "Sales Job Opportunities" on the left-hand side of the Lilly careers homepage. GoNova Application deadline: October 6. To get more details and RSVP for this event, Go to GoNova. Business casual attire is appropriate.

If you have questions, please contact: maureen.piotti@villanova.edu

All Business Majors, MIS, Computer Engineering, Comp Sci, MTM, and MBA: Apply for SEI’s two-year, Junior Leadership Associates program. Representatives will be on campus. RSVP for this event and apply on GoNova. Business casual attire is appropriate.

For additional information: http://www.seic.com

If you have questions, please contact: maureen.piotti@villanova.edu

Undergraduate Students with Business or Technology (Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering) Majors and MBA students. You're Invited to the company's nfo session to learn about a new program called Sales Graduate Academy, which will be implemented in July 2009. Time 6:00-8:00PM at SAP Americas, 3999 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA 19073.

If you have questions, please contact: maureen.piotti@villanova.edu

Seniors majoring in: CE, CpE, EE and ME and CompSci, Math & Physics, NSWCDC has Engineering & Science Positions for you. We invite interested students to attend this session. You may also contact Jeff Green at jeffrey.p.green@navy.mil if you have any questions. Students scheduled to interview MUST attend this session. RSVP on GoNova and get more details; Casual attire. BRING your resume for next day interviews! Application deadline in GoNova is October 6!

If you have questions, please contact: jeffrey.p.green@navy.mil

Teachers, Counselors, Coaches, Administrators, All PK-12 Positions! Want to work with children and contribute to a vibrant learning community? Southern Teachers Agency will be interviewing in the Corr Hall Lobby Area on October 29, 2008. Submit resume through GoNOVA by October 12. Hundreds of positions available in private and independent schools around the South; full-time jobs and year-long internships; all majors and degrees sought (not just certified candidates); math, science, and language majors highly encouraged to apply; and placement services are FREE for candidates. Southern Teachers Agency is committed to giving personal, individualized attention to help candidates find the best possible opportunities in our extensive network of schools. We work hard to be your advocate in a competitive job market.

If you have questions, please contact: maureen.piotti@villanova.edu

Become a Teach for America Corps Member. Teach For America is the national corps of outstanding recent college graduates and working professionals -- of all academic majors, backgrounds and career interests -- who commit two years to teach in urban and rural public schools and become lifelong leaders for expanding educational opportunity for all children. RSVP on GoNova and get more details. Casual attire.

If you have questions, please contact: maureen.piotti@villanova.edu

Online registration for Nov. 1's "Beyond Ideas: The Art of Entrepreneurship" is open. Have a new product or service idea... want to make something good even better... ever thought about starting your own business... then plan on attending. Beyond Ideas, created specifically for undergraduate and graduate students, is designed to educate, excite, and empower. This one-day interdisciplinary program, focused on entrepreneurship, is packed with the critical fundamentals you will need to turn your ideas into reality.

For additional information: http://www.villanova.edu/events/beyond_ideas/

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

Campus Philly Careers will be hosting its second Online Internship Fair from Oct. 1 - 10, 2008 on their career Web site at: http://www.campusphilly.org/careers

For additional information: http://www.campusphilly.org/careers

If you have questions, please contact: campus_philly@mail.vresp.com

The Web Site of the Office of Career Services contains a wealth of information related to conducting a job search and securing an internship. And much, much more. Check out the Web site below to learn more.

For additional information: http://www.villanova.edu/vpaa/careers/resources/tips/resumewriting.htm

If you have questions, please contact: aimee.blevin@villanova.edu

Check out the Web link below to learn all about the many varied workshops the Office of Career Services is hosting this semester.

For additional information: http://www.villanova.edu/artsci/assets/documents/advising/CareerServicesWorkshops_08.pdf

If you have questions, please contact: kathryn.szumanski@villanova.edu

Check out the link below for the complete listing of Fall 2008 Career Services workshops.

For additional information: http://www.villanova.edu/artsci/assets/documents/advising/CareerServicesWorkshops_08.pdf

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

Business, Engineering, Math, IS, and Computer Science Majors: Thorogood is an independent IT consultancy specializing in Business Intelligence. They apply advanced technologies creatively to help clients make critical decisions for their business. Business Casual attire is appropriate. Haverford Room, Connelly Center; 9/24/08; 6 pm.

If you have questions, please contact: maureen.piotti@villanova.edu

During the 2006-2007 school year, nearly 800 Wildcats studied abroad for at least a summer program.

For additional information: http://www.villanova.edu/vpaa/intlstudies/

If you have questions, please contact: levi.brautigan@villanova.edu

Start planning NOW for spring 2009! The deadline is October 10. Learn more at the Web site listed below.

For additional information: http://www.villanova.edu/vpaa/intlstudies/

If you have questions, please contact: levi.brautigan@villanova.edu

Take the first step by attending a group information session held in the Office of International Studies in Middleton Hall. If you've already come in for an information session, call our main office number (610-519-6412) to schedule your individual meeting. Deadlines for spring semester study abroad is October 10. Start planning your international adventure now!

For additional information: http://www.villanova.edu/vpaa/intlstudies/

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

The second lecture of the Presidential Election Series will take place on Wednesday, October 1 at 4:30 pm in the first floor lounge of Falvey Library. In recognition of Hispanic Cultural Heritage Month, Catherine E. Wilson, Ph.D., political science department, will talk about her book, The Politics of Latino Faith: Religion, Identity,and Urban Community. Her lecture is titled "Competing for the Latino Vote." Dr. Wilson’s book will be available for purchase and signing by the author. For additional information: If you have questions, please contact: anne.ford@villanova.edu

For additional information: http://library.villanova.edu/Events/2008/10/1/CatherineWilson

If you have questions, please contact: anne.ford@villanova.edu

Interested in reading, writing poetry or short stories, art, or photography? Then you should consider Arthology, Villanova's art-literary magazine that is published annually. This week's meeting will be on Wednesday 10/1 at 6:30pm in the Rainforest Room of Connelly (to the right of the Holy Grounds). If you would like to submit work to Arthology, please send submissions as an attachment to arthology@gmail.com -- you can have your name on it, or it can be anonymous.

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

On Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008, Larry Wilmore, comedian and correspondent for The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, will speak about comedy's impact on engaging political dialogue as well as the role that race will play in the coming November election. The talk will be held in the Villanova Room of the Connelly Center on the campus of Villanova University from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

For additional information: http://www.villanova.edu/artsci/communication/news/index.htm?page=wilmore.htm

If you have questions, please contact: emory.woodard@villanova.edu

Ever wonder if your writing or art could be published? Consider submitting to Arthology, Villanova's art-literary magazine that publishes annually. Send your poetry, short stories, art, or photography to arthology@gmail.com -- you can have your name on it, or it can be anonymous.

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

To inspire a renewed dedication to proclaiming the Gospel, Pope Benedict announced a special Jubilee Year to the Apostle Paul from June 28, 2008 to June 29, 2009, on the occasion of the bi-millennium of Paul’s birth, which historians have placed between the years 7 and 10 AD. In support of this declaration and in collaboration with the universal church, Villanova University announces a year long celebration of the Jubilee Year Dedicated to the Apostle Paul. It will be an especially important year with regard to envisioning a future enlightened by St. Paul's imagination and to retrieving the power of his letters for today. Learn more about upcoming events at the Web site listed below.

For additional information: http://www.villanova.edu/events/yearofpaul/

If you have questions, please contact: christopher.janosik@villanova.edu

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.

For additional information: http://www.villanova.edu/artsci/ethics/newsevents/lunch.htm

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

The Department of Political Science is hosting a series of events examining the 2008 U.S. Presidential Election. Become better informed about the issues. Click on the Web site below to learn when and where these events take place.

For additional information: http://www.villanova.edu/artsci/psc/

If you have questions, please contact: kathryn.szumanski@villanova.edu

Villanova University is sponsoring a Commitment to Sustainability as part of the 80th Anniversary of the Mendel Medal Celebration during the upcoming academic year. Environmental change and the sustainable viability of Earth’s environment are perhaps the seminal challenges to human society during the coming decades. With a global population of nearly 6.5 billion, the global community must find ways of reducing consumption and sustaining our precious resources if we are to forestall environmental degradation and a possible collapse of the global ecosystem. As a Catholic institution of higher learning, Villanova University has an obligation and commitment to exercise leadership in promoting and reinforcing environmental responsibility by integrating ethical, social, economic, and ecological values of environmentally sustainable development into its curriculum, research, and institutional policy and practice. Learn more at the Web site listed below.

For additional information: http://www.villanova.edu/sustainability/yearofsustainabilty/

If you have questions, please contact: francis.galgano@villanova.edu