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INVOLVEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
commUNITY DIALOGUE SERIES: DOUBLE HEADER – NOVMEBER 14 & 18
There are TWO commUNITY Dialogue Series opportunities for the month of November. Please see below for more information and to RSVP. Lunch is provided (for the first 30 guests to register) along with fruitful dialogue that highlights community issues and resources. All students, colleagues, and friends are invited! Both events are held
on the second floor of the Dunlap Success Center. November 14: from 12:00pm to 1:30pm, Stephanie Beckingham from the Big Bend Homeless Coalition will be joining commUNITY Dialogue Series. Stephanie serves as the Lead Case Manager for the Advocates for Veterans Housing program at the Big Bend Homeless Coalition, The newest program at BBHC, Advocates for Veterans Housing is dedicated to ending homelessness among veterans of the Big Bend. To RSVP for November 14th dialogue with Stephanie Beckingham, sign up here. November 18: from 12:00pm to 1:30pm, Carol Edwards from the Big Bend Community Based Care will be joining commUNITY Dialogue Series. This session will provide attendees with an opportunity to engage in dialogue about the history, intent and current landscape of foster care. Participants will explore the impact of foster care on children, their families and the professionals who dedicate their careers to making a difference. Also, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the reasons children enter foster care and the impact of trauma as a result of this experience. Finally, attendees will focus on the resiliency expressed every day by those closest to foster care and how our community can extend support to those impacted. To RSVP for November 18th dialogue with Carol Edwards, sign up here.
HAVE AN IMPACT DURING SPRING BREAK! Want to make life-long friends and create positive change in a community during Spring Break? Are you interested in learning more about sustainable hunger relief, access to clean water, coral reef ecosystems, rebuilding homes, or other relevant social issues? If so, then Florida State Alternative Breaks is the program for you!
Apply now to be a participant on a Florida State Alternative Breaks trip. Apply online here: fsu.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_0Mp2Kt0U0cGEusB or pick up a hard copy of the application at the Center for Leadership & Social Change. The application and a $50 trip deposit are due on Monday, November 17 by 2:00pm. Want more information before applying or have questions? Email us at [email protected].
REGISTER TODAY for the 2014 MENTORING INSTITUTE
*A limited number of stipends are available to qualifying students, to cover the cost of registration. These will be awarded on a first-come first serve basis.
If you are involved in (or interested in being involved in) mentoring males, you can register for this day-long Mentoring Institute (9:00am-4:15pm). In this time where the behavior of men is under increased scrutiny, the focus is on the importance of mentoring men and boys. The hope is to create a space where needs can be identified, best practices are considered, discuss challenges, share experiences, and strengthen collaborative connections between campus and community. Space is limited - once space is filled, the registration will close. The cost this year is just $25.00 per person. Please register early at the link provided: www.thecenter.fsu.edu/mi.
Wednesday, November 12, 2014
It’s About…
Leadership Community Advocacy Change Citizenship Action Acceptance Participation Vision Awareness Justice Civility
MOELLERSHIP APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE The Moellership Program, named for its founder Bill Moeller, provides undergraduate and graduate students at Florida State University the opportunity to focus 8 to 12 weeks of their summer on service at a non-profit agency. Selected students receive a stipend of up to $4,000 for participation in the program. Examples of past projects include working with people experiencing homelessness in Tallahassee, serving at a camp for children with chronic illnesses in North Carolina, implementing a reading curriculum in South Africa, caring for people with HIV/AIDS in Spain, and promoting sustainability in Brazil. Applications are available at thecenter.fsu.edu/Moellership and are due December 3 at 5:00pm. Want to learn more about the Moellership Program? Attend an information session or email Jillian Volpe White at [email protected].
MLK BOOK STIPEND The purpose of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (MLK) Book Stipend Award is to assist Florida State University students in completing their education. MLK Book Stipend Awards are available on a competitive basis to both undergraduate and graduate students. Due to the sources of funding for this award, there are two sets of eligibility criteria. Recipients of the FSU Black Alumni Association awards must identify as African American/Black. Awards from the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs are open to students of ALL racial and ethnic backgrounds. All applicants must be Florida State University students who meet the following criteria: Applicants must be United States citizens who have completed at least fifteen (15) credit hours of college work (undergraduate applicants only) at Florida State University prior to submission of their application. First-year graduate students must be enrolled in a minimum of nine (9) graduate credit hours. In addition, undergraduate applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5, and graduate applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and plan to be enrolled full time at Florida State University for the 2015-2016 academic year. A full-time undergraduate student must carry a minimum of twelve (12) credit hours. A full-time graduate student must carry a minimum of nine (9) credit hours. The scholarship is currently open and will be due December 1. Click here for the application.
MULTICULUTRAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT The Center for Leadership & Social Change invites you to participate in this year's Multicultural Leadership Summit by submitting a presentation proposal. Students, faculty, staff, and community members are invited to submit a presentation proposal. The Multicultural Leadership Summit focuses on a foundation of knowledge that will enhance student success in leadership in the areas of multiculturalism, diversity, and social
justice. The goal is to educate students on diversity and multiculturalism and empower them to be agents of social change in an increasingly diverse and global community. The theme for this year’s summit is “Building Alliances for Change: Together We Can _________”. For the first time for MLS, FSU is partnering with Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University and Tallahassee Community College to bring together students from each respective campus by attending the 2015 Multicultural Leadership Summit. One of our main goals is to have participants learn ways to engage in opportunities to take action and create change with their communities around issues they are passionate about. Acceptable proposal submissions should focus on a specific social justice issue and/or leadership and service experience within the context of: Race, Ethnicity, and Nationality; Sex, Gender, and Sexual Orientation; Access, Class, and Ability; and Leadership and Service. Presentations accepted for the 2015 Multicultural Leadership Summit will be presented on Saturday, January 31, 2015. 2015 MLS will be Friday, January 30, 2015 from 3:30pm to 6:30pm and Saturday, January 31, 2015 from 8:00am to 5:30pm at the Dunlap Success Center, the Globe and Multicultural Engagement Building, and the Askew Student Life Center on Florida State University campus. Each presentation proposal that is accepted will be allotted 80 minutes including the Question & Answer component (if applicable). Please click on the link to submit a presentation proposal. Submission of proposals is due by Friday, December 5, 2014. If you have any questions, concerns, or additional assistance on submitting a presentation proposal please contact Roberto Orozco, Graduate Assistant, at [email protected].
Student Registration for our 2015 Seminole Success Night is officially open! During the spring semester, the Career Center and the Center for Leadership & Social Change holds its annual “Seminole Success Night: A Celebration of Diversity and Leadership” networking event. This event provides a unique opportunity for students of diverse backgrounds to network and build relationships with corporate companies and organizations who are actively seeking these populations. The event also provides the space for students to explore companies and organizations based on their identities and core values. More information concerning the event can be accessed HERE. The event will take place on Wednesday, January 28, 2014 from 7:00pm to 8:30pm at the Alumni Center and is open only to 150 students who pre-register. As registration officially opened to students on November 3rd, we already have had 7 students pre-register so slots are anticipated to go quickly. Students can register for SSN under the “events” tab in their SeminoleLink account. PLEASE NOTE: Students must have PLUS services to participate in this event! If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Kelvin Rutledge at [email protected] or (850) 644-9776.
FINANCIAL WORKSHOP SERIES
The Career Center financial workshop series is designed to help students learn important money management and life planning skills. Workshops are facilitated by financial representatives within the Tallahassee community. The following list is the sessions that are planned for this Fall in the Dunlap Success Center: • November 13 at 4:00pm: Office of Financial Aid on Paying Off Your Student Loans • November 20 at 4:00pm: FSU Credit Union on "Understanding Your Credit Score & Credit Cards"
UNIVERSUM STUDENT SURVEY Are you looking for ways to explore what is your career type? Are you looking to share what companies and organizations should recruit at Florida State University? Are you looking to give feedback to the FSU Career Center? If so, take 15 minutes to complete the 2014-2015 Universum survey. The survey can be located at the following link: uledge.co/floridastate. Top companies, including many that recruit Florida State University students, base their recruiting strategies on Universum's research so it will truly benefit you and your peers on campus to share your opinions on recruiting and employers. Companies will only see the collective results, and your participation/identity will be kept confidential. If you have questions regarding this survey and how the results are used, please contact the Career Center at (850) 644-6431.
EMPLOYER IN RESIDENCE PROGRAM The Career Center's Employer-in-Residence program provides an opportunity for corporate partners of the FSU Career Center to meet with students and provide professional advice and feedback. A corporate representative from Waffle House, Inc. will be available on November 14 from 10:00am to 4:00pm to provide information in regards to the following areas: Resume Critiques, Mini Mock Interviews, Tips on networking effectively, and Management Careers for Waffle House. The corporate representative will be available on the third floor of the Dunlap Success Center and is available to meet with students on a drop-in basis. If you have any additional questions, please contact the Career Center ([email protected]).
DEPARTMENT OF STATE CAMPUS VISIT
Are you interested in opportunities with the Department of State or Foreign Service? Here's an opportunity to get connected with resource! The Department of State will be on campus 2 days this month to talk to students about career opportunities with the Department of State. On November 17, Michael Thurston will be in Bellamy 224 to meet with students from 10:00am to 4:00pm. For more information, please contact the Career Center at (850) 644-6431.
Join us for the Oglesby Union’s 50Birthday Party & Rededication Ceremony on Friday, November 14 at 2:00pm, Moore Porch in the Oglesby Union Courtyard! The Union is hosting a full day of events with FREE food, music, carnival rides, movies, sidewalk art, bowling and more! Join the event on Facebook: www.facebook.com/events/784758511563008/?ref=22. Visit www.reunion.fsu.edu for a full event schedule. ATTENTION ALL REGISTERED STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS:
AN IMPORTANT NOTE FROM GUEST SERVICES This announcement serves as a warning notice to all RSO’s. Anyone reserving space for any off campus vendor/company will be subject to loss of reservation privileges through Guest Services. RSOs are not allowed to misrepresent their organization reservations by reserving space for an outside vendor. If outside vendors want to use space on campus, they must go under contract through Guest Services and rent it. If anyone has any questions regarding reservation policies, please contact Guest Services.
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING PROGRAM REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Do you have an internship, research, leadership experience lined up for the Spring 2015 semester? Then, be sure to sign up to earn recognition from the Career Center for your experience! The two recognition programs offer a structured, guided process for reflection and feedback on workplace learning, performance, and accomplishments during your experience. Choose the program that's right for you - Experiential Certificate Program: www.career.fsu.edu/ecp – OR – Experiential Recognition Program: www.career.fsu.edu/erp.
INTERNAITONAL EDUCATION WEEK The Center for Global Engagement and International Programs are excited about International Education Week coming up November 17 through November 21! They have several events planned and they hope that you will join them in celebrating the many benefits of international education and exchange. For more details on the events for IEW, please visit, cge.fsu.edu/educationalPrgms/iew.html.
IN THE JOB MARKET FOR A FULL-TIME JOB? LOOKING FOR A PART-TIME JOB OR INTERNSHIP?
SeminoleLink, The Career Center's online job board, may be just the place to find what you're seeking. To view the complete details of all current jobs, log in to your SeminoleLink account. You can search by job type, location, major, and more. To view additional information about one of the jobs listed in the attachment, just copy/paste the JOB ID into the SeminoleLink "keyword" search field. Can't access SeminoleLink? Email The Career Center at [email protected].
GREEN FUND The Green Fund provides funding to help students realize their ideas for implementing projects that support sustainability and environmental progress at FSU. The fund will be administered through Sustainable Campus and the FSU Facilities Department. Applications are due in full by 5:00 pm on Friday, January 9, 2015. Please email completed application packets to Elizabeth Swiman at [email protected]. Green Fund recipients will be notified by email to the project lead within 30 days. For more information & application details visit sustainablecampus.fsu.edu/Green-Fund/2014-2015-application. The Office of Student Sustainability will be hosting two workshops this month (dates TBA) to guide applicants in the process of developing thorough and successful project proposals.
ENERGY FELLOWS PROGRAM The Energy Fellows program is a joint initiative, newly created by FSU’s Sustainable Campus & Utilities Services departments, to develop a team of student advocates, trained in conservation and efficiency practices to raise awareness and serve as liaisons between campus groups. Students of all majors and technical abilities are encouraged to apply to become an Energy Fellow. Fellows who commit to and complete the semester-long program will receive a stipend. For more information & application visit sustainablecampus.fsu.edu/Our-Programs/Energy-Fellows
ANXIETY & BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CLINIC Interested in taking an active role in our understanding of anxiety/depression? The Anxiety and Behavioral Health Clinic at Florida State University specializes in the research and treatment of anxiety and mood disorders. Currently, they are conducting several studies that target risk factors associated with mood and anxiety symptoms using cutting edge computerized treatments. If eligible, participants can benefit from receiving these treatments which is free of charge, and all participants are monetarily compensated for their time. For more information, please contact Jenny Foltz at [email protected].
7 UNDER 30 SPEAKER SERIES
Celebrate 7 entrepreneurs who started their businesses before the age of 30 at 7 under 30 Speaker Series! The Jim Moran Institute, located in the College of Business, is hosting their annual speaker series on Wednesday, November 12 from 3:30pm until 6:00pm at Turnbull Conference Center, Room 208. The 7 Under 30 Speaker Series will show budding entrepreneurs the “lifestyle” of an entrepreneur. Featuring seven successful entrepreneurs who all started their businesses before the age of 30, each entrepreneur will speak for seven minutes followed by a Q&A session. This year’s group of entrepreneurs include Ryan Kopinsky (Shop X), Thomas Brady (dotSIMPLY), Matt Thompson (Madison Social), Adam Corey (101 Restaurant and Mint Lounge), Brad Pierce (Restaurant Equipment World), Kim Rivers (Inkbridge, LLC.) and JT Burnette (Inkbridge, LLC.). Light refreshments will be served immediately after the event. For more information, visit www.jmi.fsu.edu/students/entrepreneurship-month, or email Brittany Tharp at [email protected].
CARE AMBASSADOR RECRUITMENT CARE Ambassador Applications are available! Are you interested in LEADERSHIP, MENTORSHIP, and PROGRAMMING? If so, apply to be a CARE Ambassador! CARE Ambassadors work directly with First Generation College students during their transition from high school to college. During this 7 week program, CARE Ambassadors lead community service and cultural activities, provide students with insights into the culture at FSU, and act as a resource for their students. In addition to the hourly wage, CARE Ambassadors also receive free room and board for the duration of the program! For more information, please attend one of the information sessions: November 12th, and November 17th from 6:00pm to 7:00pm in Thagard Building room 211! Click here to apply! Eligibility Requirements: 2.70 FSU Cumulative GPA, Minimum of 60 credit hours of course work completed at FSU (must be done by Spring 2014), No Summer 2015 Classes. For any questions, please contact Justina Jones, CARE Summer Bridge Coordinator at [email protected] or (850) 644-9699.
SPRING TUTOR POSITIONS AVAILABLE
The Florida State University C.A.R.E. Tutorial Lab is hiring part-time tutors for Spring 2015. Applicants should have strong academic backgrounds within the subject areas they are tutoring, and they should show superior skills in teaching the material to undergraduate students. FSU graduate students are preferred. Apply online at www.care.fsu.edu. Applications are due November 17 by 5:00pm. For more information, contact Dr, Fabian Tata at (850) 645-4928.
inNOLEvation CHALLENGE Ready to compete for a portion of $10,000 in cash and in-kind contributions during the 2014-2015 InNOLEvation Challenge? The Jim Moran Institute for Global Entrepreneurship, housed in the College of Business, invites you to enter the InNOLEvation™ Challenge Business Model Competition, which is open to all current Florida State University students (graduate and undergraduate). If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and a big idea, you can compete to win a portion of $10,000 in cash and in-kind contributions. This Business Model Competition represents the crest of a new paradigm in entrepreneurship. It focuses on identifying and precisely defining the assumptions of the new venture, testing those assumptions in the field, and pivoting based on the lessons learned. Students are rewarded for breaking down ideas into key business model assumptions, getting outside the building and testing assumptions with customers, applying customer development and lean startup practices to nail the pain and solution, and learning to pivot until arrival at a customer-validated business model. The registration deadline is Friday, November 21. For more information, visit: jmi.fsu.edu/Students/InNOLEvation-Challenge-2014-2015/Application, or email Brittany Tharp at [email protected].
TALLAHASSEE’S HEART SCREENING EVENT
WWPF’s mission is to greatly reduce the incidence of sudden cardiac arrest, the leading cause of death in student athletes, by providing affordable heart screenings for teens and young adults and increasing awareness. WWPF FSU Chapter and Tallahassee Orthopedic Clinic are partnering up to deliver a heart and concussion screening for the Leon County community. The heart screenings will consist of an Electrocardiogram (EKG), a simple five-minute painless test, for a suggested donation of $15. The concussion screenings will consist of a scientifically validated computerized concussion evaluation system for a minimal $10 fee. Both will include the basics of CPR and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) training! Tallahassee’s Heart Screening Event will be Saturday, November 15, 2014 from 9:00am to 3:00pm at the Holy Comforter Episcopal School at 2001 Fleischmann Road in Tallahassee. For more information, please visit www.whoweplayfor.org or contact Alec at (813) 997-4155.
TRANSGENDER DAY OF REMEMBRANCE Presented by MAACA,Inc. FAMU LGBT Student Pride Union, FSU Pride Student Union, and TCC Pride, Transgender Day of Remembrance will be held on November 20 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. Gathering is to be held at Gentle Shepherd MCC at 4738 Thomasville Road in Tallahassee.
STUDENT UNITED WAY Each year, Student United Way hosts events to fundraise and reallocate funds to student organizations on campus. Student United Way is extending an invitation to apply for reallocation funds based on merit and need. Applications are due November 12 at 5:00pm. Click here to fill out this application and also please RSVP for the ceremony on November 18th, 6:30 pm. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Qaree Dreher at [email protected].
LAUNCH FSU Want to change the world? Don’t know how? Launch FSU is here to help! Launch FSU empowers students to develop a world changing idea into a startup or nonprofit in a single semester. Launch FSU offers accepted student startups mentors, structured programming, connections, peer support and feedback. Launch FSU culminates with a Demo Day when teams pitch their social enterprises to the FSU and startup communities. Launch FSU is now accepting applications for the Spring 2015 semester. Information Session: 11/13 7:00pm; Honors, Scholars, & Fellows – 3008 Register: www.facebook.com/events/1491966261087177/. An idea for a startup or nonprofit is not required. Launch FSU, is exclusive to FSU students who are passionate about changing the world. Launch FSU is accepting a diversity of students regardless of major, GPA, or background. One can apply as a solo entrepreneur but teams are preferred. Apply Today: www.launchfsu.com - applications close - 11/23. Questions? Chris Markl, Social Entrepreneur in Residence at FSU, [email protected].
DRIVE AGAINST MIAMI’S FANS ON GAMEDAY WITH THE CREW
Are you ready for the game on November 15 against Miami? FSU is always ready to face their rivals on the field, but now they’ve got a new way to take them on – as part of their 2014 College Tailgate Tour, an exciting new driving video game, The Crew, will set up on campus and allow our fans to play their game live against Miami’s fans! Two trucks outfitted with gaming stations will simultaneously tour the country, allowing fans from each school to play The Crew and go head to head with their rival school’s fans before the big game on Saturday. The Crew is a revolutionary action-driving game developed exclusively for next-gen consoles. It takes you and your friends on a reckless ride inside a massive, open-world recreation of the United States. Fans can also win prizes including video games, consoles, T-shirts, game tickets, and more! Just come visit the trucks at Oglesby Union Amphitheater near Subway. Mark your calendars and get ready to come out to show your support! Be sure to follow The Crew on Facebook and Twitter for updates on the tour.
DANCE MARATHON: BOYCE AVENUE CONCERT Dance Marathon at FSU is thrilled to announce their first benefit concert! They would like to invite you and your organization at The Moon at November 21 to see headliner, Boyce Avenue, and opener, The Tyler Denning Band! Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 day of show. Tickets can be purchased at www.noles4kids.org/benefitconcert. Boyce Avenue is a Florida-based band with over 1 billion views on their YouTube channel with over 5,500,000 subscribers, making them the biggest band on the network. As an organization in their 20th year, it is one of Dance Marathon’s main goals to provide students, supporters, and miracle families with a year-long celebration of the cause! This concert is an opportunity for the community to come together and celebrate the miracles that all are making, while creating them together. DM at FSU hopes that you join them in their celebration! If you have any questions regarding ticket sales, please contact Felicia Steinberg at [email protected].
SPAGHETTI 100
Capital City Cyclists (a 501C3, not for profit) is looking for volunteers to help with a fundraiser for the 'Kids on Bikes' program, called Spaghetti 100. Proceeds from the Spaghetti 100 goes to support Capital City Cyclist’s Kids on Bikes program, where they provide engaging, educational opportunities for kids to learn skills and awareness of how biking positively impacts their health, environment and lifestyle. The two major programs that they put on under Kids on Bikes are: Volunteers are needed to man food stations /rest stops, mark routes, packet pick-up, etc. Those who are interested can register to volunteer directly on the cccyclists.org/spaghetti100/volunteer/. The event is November 15th and they need up to 75 volunteers.
TALLAHASSEE FOOD NETWORK COLLARDS & CORNBREAD GATHERING
Join the Tallahassee Food Network (TFN) for their monthly meeting, which serves as a chance to contact, learn from and collaborate with other food movement players in the Tallahassee area – all of whom are making strides to prevent childhood obesity and grow community-based good food systems. Participants share and learn stories from the field, projects, programs, dreams, ideas, resource gaps and questions. This month, they will be talking about food movement organizing and what pieces are present or missing to grow a strong local food policy council. How can they grow the capacity of their food movement? What are the assets? Where are the gaps? Co-owner of Ripe City Urban Farm in Tallahassee, David Newman, will facilitate this conversation and share a perspective from his experience working in Montgomery, Alabama with Eat South, a non-profit whose mission is to educate young people about healthy lifestyles through urban agriculture. This month’s meeting with be Thursday, November 13 at 1:30pm at the Dunn Street Youth Farm (514 Dunn Street) – rain or shine. Check out the Facebook page for more information: www.facebook.com/TallahasseeFoodNetwork or visit www.tallahasseefoodnetwork.org.
You’re invited to a Flapjack Fundraiser to support Pace Secondary School. It will take place at the Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar on Apalachee Parkway in Tallahassee on Saturday, December 6 from 8:00am until 10:00am. Tickets will be $7. Ticket prices consist of 3 pancakes, sausage links, eggs, and your choice of coffee, juice, or soda. For more information, contact Kendel Ford at [email protected] or Kendra Hatcher at [email protected] or (850) 488-8927.
AMERICA’S SECOND HARVEST OF THE BIG BEND
With the holiday season quickly approaching, America’s Second Harvest is in need of volunteers to fill the following positions: • 2 volunteers every Wednesday, available to work before 2:00pm and
to drive a van to deliver backpacks filled with food to kids at school in the area
• 2-3 volunteers available, Tuesday and/or Thursday to complete office duties
• 3-5 strong volunteers, available Monday, Wednesday, and Friday each week from 1:00pm to 3:00pm to sort meat (must wear long pants and a jacket and be able to do heavy lifting)
If you are interested in earning volunteer hours and giving back to the community, contact Volunteer Coordinator, Turner Barnes at (850) 562-3033 or [email protected].
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB: VOLUNTEER ART TEACHER The Boys & Girls Club is looking for someone willing to volunteer time to teach art to several children. Possible media include watercolor, pencil or graphite drawing, and pastels, though others are welcome as well. If interested in helping, contact Sheila Wallace at the Boys & Girls Club at (229) 431-2357.
ABILITY 1ST RAMP BUILDING PROJECT DATES
Ability 1st is looking for student organizations or groups of 8 to 10 volunteers to build ramps over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. They need a group of volunteers on Saturday, November 27 and Sunday, November 28 for builds in the area. If your student organization/group is interested, please contact Kevin Ogden at (850) 575-9621 Ext 106 or email him at [email protected]. Dates can be held for groups until they have a chance to get with folks and see if you’d be able to have the 8 to 10 volunteers needed for a typical, average-sized ramp project. Additional, future dates are Saturday, December 6 and Saturday, December 13.
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS SEEKING MALE MENTORS Big Brothers Big Sisters is the largest donor and volunteer supported mentoring network. Their mission is to provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring relationships that change their lives for the better, forever by helping
them achieve success in life. The agency has a constant need for more male mentors. For every 100 women that apply to become mentors, only one man applies. Big Brothers Big Sisters has a goal to recruit 100 male mentors in 100 days to change the lives of the many young boys that remain on the waiting list. How it works: Mentors will be matched with a child based upon similar interests and expressed preferences. You will then be able to spend 4 hours per month doing things together you both enjoy. Big Brothers Big Sisters’ professionals are available to provide you with training, activity ideas, guidance, and more! The only volunteer requirements are to complete an enrollment process which includes in-person interview, background check, references, and the 12 months commitment to the program. There are different programs offered such as the Community-Based program and the Enhanced School-Based program. Visit www.bigbendmentoring.org to fill out an application and learn more! Email [email protected] or call (850) 386-6002 if you have any questions. Help make an impact and inspire a child to dream big!
2015 COMMUNITY CATALYST Fifteen Knight Creative Communities Institute (KCCI) Community Catalysts will be selected to work with local leaders, government and advocates to develop a project that makes it easier
for locals, students and visitors to find their way and connect with the community. The team’s goal is to speed up implementation of the proposed “Wayfinding Signage System,” and create new initiatives that showcase a variety of community highlights. As Florida's Capital, the Tallahassee region is home to thousands of annual visitors and residents. Domestic and international visitors are looking for popular sites and commercial destinations, but currently many of Tallahassee's landmarks and unique areas are not identified due to dated Wayfinding signage. For more information about the project idea or if you would like to apply to be a 2015 Community Catalyst, please visit www.kccitallahassee.com and complete the application in the Get Involved section. The application process is now open and the deadline is November 14.
CALL FOR HOLIDAY SHOW VOLUNTEERS A chill is in the air and LeMoyne’s 2014 Holiday Show is around the corner. People are needed to prep the gallery before the show opens as well as greeters and wrappers during the show. The calendar of volunteer positions is available here. Sign up via the link here. For more information, contact Shirley McFadden at [email protected].
LIBERTY MUTUAL RESPONSIBLE SCHOLARS The Liberty Mutual Responsible Scholars program challenges students in undergraduate program with excellent academic achievements to demonstrate what it means to be responsible. Liberty Mutual recognizes that there are thousands of students doing great things on their college campuses every day. They want to know how you make a difference! Whether you have questions about the Responsible Scholars Programs or you would like to receive more information on Liberty Mutual, please email [email protected]. Alternative Spring Break Grant: The Liberty Mutual Responsible Scholars Alternative Spring Break Grants provide funding for up to 10 student organizations to help rebuild and strengthen communities across the globe through $2,000 grants. Applications will be accepted through 11:59pm EST on November 30, 2014. Apply online at www.ResponsibleScholars.com/ASB. Community Project: Liberty Mutual is offering 10 students the opportunity to join the Responsible Scholars team and Habitat for Humanity in building a home for someone who needs it. The college students who best demonstrate why they should be selected to help in building a home for an underprivileged family will travel to Phoenix, AZ January 5 through January 9, 2015. Video applications will be accepted through 11:59pm EST, on November 15, 2014. Apply online at www.ResponsibleScholars.com/Community.
INTERNSHIPS & PAID OPPORTUNITIES
HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH INTERNSHIP The University of Pennsylvania’s The Leonard Davis Institute of Health Economics (LDI) (SeminoleLink Plus Job ID: 760937) offers paid summer internships for underrepresented minority undergraduate students or any other undergrads interested in exploring the field of health services research. The LDI Summer Undergraduate Minority Research (SUMR) program pairs students with senior fellows to work on real research projects throughout the three-month duration of the course. Those mentors are also faculty members at Penn Medicine, The Wharton School, Penn Nursing, Penn Dental and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Some perks: (a) work with Penn faculty members on one or two health services research projects of the student’s choice, (b) gain practical advice about graduate school opportunities and assistance with the graduate school application process, including a GRE prep program, (c) attend weekly lunch meetings with program staff and Penn faculty to discuss their projects and learn more about the broad range of health services research in which Penn faculty are engaged, (d) present a final presentation on mentored health services research project at the SUMR Research Symposium, (e) attend the Academy Health Annual Research Meeting as a group, all expenses paid, and (f) take part in various extracurricular activities/social functions sponsored by the SUMR Program.
FSU SCHOOL OF DANCE: SCHOOL OF DANCE CHAIRPERSON
FSU School of Dance is seeking applicants for School of Dance Chairperson (Deadline: December 1). Chairperson responsibilities include providing collaborative leadership for faculty, staff, and dance majors; working with university administrators, alumni, and community groups to secure resources for School of Dance programs; and enhancing awareness of and support for the School of Dance within the local, regional, and national communities. The chair oversees the office staff and the directors of the School of Dance programs and reports to the Dean of the College of Visual Arts, Theatre and Dance. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in and dedication to the field of dance and arts administration, preferably in a research university. A terminal degree and qualification for appointment at the associate professor level or higher are preferred. For more info, visit here.
APPLECARE COLLEGE PROGRAM: COLLEGE ADVISOR AppleCare College Program (SeminoleLink Plus! Job ID: 759242) is looking for college advisors! You can work from home, taking calls from Apple customers. As a College Advisor, Apple will provide a business-use iMac. Apple will train employees to troubleshoot. Become an expert on the most popular products! As a College Advisor, you will receive (a) paid training, (b) flexible schedule that works around your college lifestyle, (c) full corporate benefits including up to $5,250 of tuition reimbursement per calendar year, (d) an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, (e) paid time off, (f) discounts, (g) fitness reimbursement, and (h) the opportunity to make a difference.
TARGET CORPORATION
Target Corporation is looking for a summer 2015 Executive Intern (SeminoleLink Plus Job ID: 761315). Gain a significant knowledge base during your comprehensive training program. This is a paid position of $16.50 to $17.50 per hour at the following locations: Jacksonville, Orlando, Tampa, FL; Louisiana, Alabama, Arkansas.
FSU EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT FSU Emergency Management (SeminoleLink Plus Job ID: 761375) is seeking to host students who are seeking to complete their academic internship requirements. A detailed job description will be developed to meet the requirements of the academic program; candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and interests; and the needs of the FSU Emergency Management Program is the focus. This is designed to be flexible enough to accommodate your busy schedule. Unless otherwise required by the degree program issuing you credit, significant office hours are not required.
GRAPHIC ARTIST Express Printing is looking for a Graphic Artist (Job ID: 761344) to design ads for commercial printer and process artwork for printing. This is in Tallahassee, FL and pays $9 to $10 per hour for the 2014-2015 school year.
WOODIE WOODWARD AVIATION CAREERS EXTERNSHIP PROGRAM
FSU Distinguished Alumna Dr. Woodie Woodward is a former FAA Associate Administrator of Airports and she served three presidential administrations. Dr. Woodward is offering a once in a lifetime mentorship and networking experience for one current FSU student. (Seminole Link PLUS Job ID: 761270) If your career goals include Aviation/Air Transportations, this externship offers professional development and growth through one-on-one mentorship from an expert in the field, networking introductions to State of Florida Aviation professionals, trend analysis of current event impact on air transportation regulations (i.e. the Ebola Epidemic) with the professional that led the nation’s most expansive airport response to the tragic events of the 9/11 attacks, and travel/registration sponsorship for two aviation international conferences (one held domestically, one held internationally). The deadline to apply is December 5, 2014.
RESPITE PROVIDER/BEHAVIORAL ASSISTANT A private employer is seeking for a Respite Provider/Behavioral Assistant in Tallahassee, FL (SeminoleLink Plus Job ID: 739266), This is a paid position of $10 to $15 per hour. The focus is to provide respite and behavioral assistant for their 25 year-old autistic daughter during weekdays and weekends. This is a part-time/seasonal position.
ESRI SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM ESRI hires about 100 interns to work at the headquarters in Redlands, California, and in some of their regional offices across the United States (SeminoleLink Plus Job ID: 61317). ESRI interns contribute to real projects and team members mentor them along the way. From creating an augmented reality application for Android mobile devices to using Python to implementing a faster solution for a 3D segmentation technique; from developing a mobile application to improve overall team communication and efficiency for search and rescue teams to creating maps and images for an ocean basemap demonstration shown at the User Conference, ESRI interns do work that makes a difference. Internships are available in many areas throughout the company: Software Development, Software products, Educational Services and Technical Support, Accounting, Contracts and Legal Services, Marketing, Solutions Engineering, Web Development and Design, GIS Services, Project Management, Information Services Technology (IST), and Graphics. Some perks of this internship are: full-time, paid, twelve-week program with flexible start dates, free software training courses, a day at the annual ESRI International User Conference, a chance to network with other students from across the US, and enjoy what Southern California has to offer – Redlands is centrally located near mountains, beaches, Los Angeles, and desert co.
COLLEGE OF VISUAL ARTS, THEATRE, & DANCE The College of Visual Arts, Theatre & Dance seeks applicants for the position of Associate Dean within the Office of the Dean. The position would report to the Dean and is a 12-month faculty position. The Associate Dean is responsible for assisting in the operational management, leadership, and policy direction for the College of Visual Arts, Theatre & Dance. Candidates should have at least five years’ experience in academic leadership, a terminal degree in the arts or related disciplines, and significant fundraising and management experience. Experience teaching undergraduate and graduate classes are preferred, as is a terminal degree in theatre. For more info, visit here.
Capital City Cyclists is looking for interns for the Kids on Bikes program for the spring. The program starts January 5. It is a paid internship. Students need to be available from 9:00am to 2:00pm to help teach bike safety at local schools. For more information, visit their website, at cccyclists.org/kids/elementary-education/.
Global Volunteer Network (GVN) is pleased to announce new Internship Opportunities where you can use your skills and qualifications to help communities abroad. The Internship Program is specifically targeted to undergraduate students looking for opportunities to expand their skillset, gain international work experience, and make a meaningful contribution to the world. GVN is looking for individuals with exceptional leadership qualities from diverse backgrounds. Internships are varied and involve grassroots organizations in low income countries. Opportunities and structure vary but all locations require a full-time commitment for at least 4 to 8 weeks (longer placements are available). Locations include Guatemala, Peru and Costa Rica with opportunities in the follow areas: Medical, Special Education, Education, Micro Business, and Hospitality and Tourism. Applications are now open. Choose your location to find out more: Costa Rica, Peru, and Guatemala.
PHILLIPS EXETER ACADEMY The Phillips Exeter Academy (www.exeter.edusummer) is seeking a Summer School Teaching Intern (Seminole Plus JOB ID: 760834) in Exeter, NH. This is a paid internship of a stipend of $3,195 plus room and board. Each year, the Phillips Exeter Academy Summer School invites a number of outstanding college graduate students, seniors, and juniors who have expressed an interest in teaching as a career, to participate in an apprenticeship in residential school teaching with the Summer School faculty. Summer School welcomes to campus more than 780 students for five weeks of academic study, athletics, and exploration that carry participants far beyond the classrooms and the playing fields. Teaching Interns work closely with experienced instructors. In addition to developing close working relationships with faculty mentors, interns participate in seminars on teaching and residential life. They attend their own class, a seminar on the art of teaching, and participate in evening programs. The Intern Program is coordinated by a team of faculty members who help Interns explore the complexities of teaching in and beyond the classroom. While experienced instructors teach Summer School courses, interns have opportunities for co-teaching and, by term’s end, for teaching on their own.
THE TALLAHASSEE BALLET The Tallahassee Ballet is seeking an Administrative & Events Intern (Seminole Plus ID: 760740). The Tallahassee Ballet Event Planning Intern assists in the planning and execution of fundraising events for the Ballet. The intern will gain professional experience in dealing with both internal and external parties in coordinating all aspects of the events.
TALLAHASSEE LENDERS CONSORTIUM
The Tallahassee Lenders Consortium is seeking an Outreach and Marketing Intern (Seminole Plus Job ID: 760807). The Tallahassee Lenders’ Consortium, Inc.is a HUD approved non-profit organization whose mission is to make the dream of home ownership a reality by improving people’s ability to obtain and retain safe, decent and affordable housing through: (a) creating housing options, (b) providing homebuyer education, (c) and providing access to affordable financing. Tallahassee Lenders’ Consortium (TLC) has several unpaid internship opportunities, which range in length from one semester to one year. Length of internship will vary with each position. Internships include: (a) outreach and marketing, (b) grant writing, (c) branding, (d) and housing rehabilitation. Internships include professional development opportunities such as mentor program.
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