Dr. Nancy Allen, Director of Advising and Professional Development, and the entire staff, wish all of you a rewarding, relaxing, and safe break. Be sure to make an appointment with your advisor when you return to school. Registration is just around the corner.

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

Students, have you ever thought about: 1. Being your own boss? 2. Patenting your idea? 3. Discovering your Creativity? 4. Starting a web based business? What majors possess the greatest numbers of the following skills: 1. Verbal and Written Communication 2. Creativity 3. Public Speaking 4. Quantitative and Qualitative Skills 5. Problem Solving Skills 6. Ability to work in teams Answer: People with a degree in the Liberal Arts and Sciences. Beyond Ideas is for you! Click http://www.villanova.edu/events/beyond_ideas/ This interdisciplinary, one-day program is for students interested in learning more about entrepreneurship, or who may be ready to take the next steps in bringing their idea or product to market. This program is offered to students from ALL majors.

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

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

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

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: rina.ebert@villanova.edu

There are hundreds of internships available to you on the internship database. Click on the Web site listed below to find it. 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 Rina.Ebert@Villanova.Edu or Luisa Ruggieri 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

The application deadline for the Kennedy Space Center Internship Program's (KIP) Spring Term is October 15. The KIP is a semester-long, on-site opportunity for students to receive a unique, unrivaled learning experience at the Kennedy Space Center. The KIP is open to undergraduate and graduate students of all majors as well as faculty members. The weekly stipends are as follows: $500 for undergraduate students, $800 for graduate students, and $1,400 for faculty. The Spring Term will begin the last week of January 2009 and end the first week of May 2009. NASA is now on the edge of a bold new challenge: the Constellation Program. This ambitious new endeavor calls for us to return human explorers to the moon and then venture even farther. At the same time, NASA must fly the remaining space shuttle missions safely in order to complete the International Space Station. Apply now to become part of this great legacy. Patick Cragan Email: pcragan@launchingfutures.com Phone: 407-470-8757 Web: http://www.nasalaunchingfutures.com

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

If you have questions, please contact: Rina.Ebert@Villanova.Edu

Paid internships in print and broadcast journalism for undergraduates, graduates students, and recent graduates of all majors. As the field of journalism changes, real work experience and a diverse set of skills are now crucial to a successful career. The IHS Journalism Internship program offers hands-on paid broadcast and print journalism placements for the summer, spring, and fall. One application -- two possible tracks. Filling out an application gives you the opportunity to apply for placements at print newspapers and major media networks. All internships are paid and provide career training, and mentoring. We're looking for good writers passionate about liberty; previous experience is a plus but not required. Students from all disciplines, including political science and economics are encouraged to apply.

For additional information: http://www.theihs.org/ContentDetails.aspx?id=224

If you have questions, please contact: Rina.Ebert@Villanova.Edu

Want to fly to L.A. and work on a feature film? Dig into a freedom-oriented, social issue documentary? Assist in the production of an upcoming television comedy? Maybe you’re more into CGI, animation or video game writing and development? The Institute for Humane Studies Production Internship Program places interns in all these areas at industry majors and new, cutting-edge companies. Participants in our program typically receive: $2000 stipend for a ten week internship; housing and travel allowance; tuition and travel assistance for our career development workshop (attendance required); free novels and academic works on economics, history, and philosophy; networking opportunities in major media centers: NYC, LA, and DC. The Production Internship Program runs year-round with three semester deadlines: Spring, Summer, and Fall. We offer positions as short as five weeks and up to 20 weeks at host firms. If you are currently in school, you can be considered for a part-time internship that would work around your courseload.

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

The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars is an independent, nonprofit 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. To learn more about their opportunities and internship possibilities for ALL MAJORS, visit www.twc.edu or email Danielle.Mahan@twc.edu

For additional information: www.twc.edu

If you have questions, please contact: Rina.Ebert@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

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

On Tuesday, October 21, at 12 p.m., Corr 103, join Laura Fortinsky who will speak about CCS’ international volunteer and intern opportunities in Brazil, China, Costa Rica, Ghana, Guatemala, India, Peru, Russia, South Africa, Tanzania, and Thailand. Laura is an alumna of Cross-Cultural Solutions, having volunteered in Tanzania prior to working for Cross-Cultural Solutions. She will also be available in Corr 104 from 1 to 2 p.m. for additional questions.

If you have questions, please contact: maureen.piotti@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 10/8 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 any questions, please contact Christine Simmons at arthology@gmail.com.

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

POLIS Literary Magazine -- Fall 2008 -- The Culture Issue. For this issue of POLIS, we are looking for essays, short fiction, poetry, photography, and art that all connect to the central issue of culture. Select a cultural trend and break it apart: how did it start, how has it manifested itself, and what effect has it had? Why does the phrase "go green" define a lifestyle? When did sushi become America's latest obsession? How has the Internet redirected our behavior? Or reflect on how an aspect of culture has changed the way you live, think, and act. Or express your ideas about culture through art or photography, capturing the world around us with your artistry. Whatever your viewpoints, express them. Explore how a trend has impacted both you and the world. Find your perspective on culture, and share it with the community. All submissions should be sent to polis@villanova.edu. Hard copies of art or photography can be submitted to the Honors Office in SAC 103. All questions can be directed to Thomas Celona at polis@villanova.edu. SUBMISSIONS DUE BY OCTOBER 10

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

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

Make plans to attend an upcoming Physics Colloquim: Revealing the mysteries of water by first-principles approach. October 23, 2008, 3:30 PM, Mendel 154. Refreshments at 3:00 PM.

If you have questions, please contact: Joseph.Schick@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