Are you interested in research but not sure how to get started? Join us to identify your goals for your participation in research and to develop a strategy for pursuing research opportunities at UConn and beyond.

Join the online session at https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/workshops/.
For more information, visit the Office of Undergraduate Research website: https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/.

If you require an accommodation to participate in this session, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at our@uconn.edu.

The UConn IDEA Grant program awards funding of up to $4000 per student to support self-designed projects including:


• Artistic & creative endeavors


• Community service initiatives


• Entrepreneurial ventures & prototype development


• Research projects


• Other innovative, student-driven projects


Undergraduates in all majors at all UConn campuses can apply. Applications are accepted from individuals and from small groups.

Join the online information session at https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/workshops/.

For more information, visit the UConn IDEA Grant website: https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/idea/.

If you require an accommodation to participate in this session, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at our@uconn.edu.

Weekly Werth Pizza Socials are open to all UConn students and Werth Innovators who are interested in entrepreneurship and learning about innovative things happening at UConn and beyond. Are you excited to meet new and interesting people? Are you looking for new opportunities? Do you want to meet someone to team up with to create something new and impactful? Do you like pizza and hanging out? Then come on by!

Join EGL and Anglo Educational Services to learn more about the London program options for UConn students! Program options include those where courses are taken at Anglo's study center, an option to take courses at London South Bank University, and an option to participate in an internship for academic credit. The session will finish with the opportunity for Q & A and is open to interested students, faculty and staff. Event Password: GLOBAL

Join Experiential Global Learning and Centro de Lenguas Moderna to learn more about a semester abroad in Granada, Spain, for pre-health students. The program includes courses taught in Spanish, followed by an internship in a hospital rotating in a variety of departments. This opportunity is unique as a hospital rotation is typically reserved for graduate level students. The presentation will include a Q & A and students, faculty and staff are welcome to join! Event Password: GLOBAL.

Experiential Global Learning isn’t just study abroad (that’s just one option)! Join EGL staff to learn more about semester and short-term program options, eligibility, use of scholarships and financial aid, and academic opportunities. Hear directly from students who have participated in recent semester program offerings, as well as advisors, and get your questions answered during the Q&A. Use the link provided to join and enter GLOBAL as the password.

Join Experiential Global Learning and faculty-leader Leslie Burton, to learn more about the newly created Winter Multicultural Psychology in Hawaii program. Students from a variety of majors are encouraged to participate in the program, as well as those from the psychology major. The session will allow for Q & A at the end and students, faculty and staff are welcome to join! Event Password: GLOBAL

Make an Impact - Apply for a Change Grant!

Join the online session at https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/workshops/.

Program Information:

UConn undergraduates in all majors can apply for up to $2000 in funding to support projects that represent the legacy of the UConn Co-op’s commitment to public engagement, innovation, and social impact.

Projects need to be student-designed and/or student-led. Applications are accepted from individuals and from small groups (no more than 3 people) who will be working collaboratively or co-leading an initiative.

More information on the Change Grant: https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/change.

If you require an accommodation to participate in these events, please contact Melissa Berkey at Melissa.berkey@uconn.edu.

Join Experiential Global Learning and EUSA to learn about the many opportunities to participate in a Global Virtual Internship! Placements take place virtually but are hosted in Dublin, France, London and Madrid during the fall or spring semester, as well as during a short-term summer program. Students from a variety of academic disciplines can participate in the program for academic credit. Q & A will be available at the end of the session and students, faculty and staff are welcome to attend! Event Password: GLOBAL.

Join Experiential Global Learning and ISI Florence to learn about the opportunities to study abroad in Florence, Italy during the Spring semester. Q & A will follow the presentation and students, faculty and staff are encouraged to join! Event Password: GLOBAL

Join EGL and our partners from Granada to learn more about this exciting program geared towards students with intermediate to advanced Spanish proficiency levels. Q & A will be available for students, faculty and staff in attendance. Event Password: GLOBAL.

Join Experiential Global Learning to learn more about the value of participating in a virtual internship abroad during a semester or summer term. Available programs, industries, and benefits will be highlighted, as well as feedback from students who have interned in a variety of host cities. Q & A will follow the presentation and students, faculty and staff are welcome! Event Password: GLOBAL.

Join Experiential Global Learning to learn how to fund your EGL program! The session will discuss use of various types of financial aid, including university grants and federal funding, as well as introducing students to the many different categories of scholarships for study abroad. Participants will also learn about the differences in the types of EGL programs as they apply to use of funds and scholarships. Following the presentation, there will be time for Q & A. Students, faculty and staff are welcome! Event Password: GLOBAL

Join Experiential Global Learning and program faculty-leader, Anne Gebelein, to learn more about this transformative, short-term, winter program. Q & A will be available at the end and students, faculty and staff are encouraged to join! Event Password: GLOBAL.

Visit the Writing Center on the second floor of the library for our in-person Business School Application Workshops Thursday, September 9th at 3:30, 4:30, or 5:30. In each 45-minute session, we talk about the expectations for personal statements as a group, and then we will facilitate peer-review, so every person will get feedback on their work. What a great way to make your application as strong as possible! No appointment necessary--just be sure to arrive on time!

Are you interested in research but not sure how to get started? Join us to identify your goals for your participation in research and to develop a strategy for pursuing research opportunities at UConn and beyond.

Join the online session at https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/workshops/.
For more information, visit the Office of Undergraduate Research website: https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/.

If you require an accommodation to participate in this session, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at our@uconn.edu.

Make an Impact - Apply for a Change Grant!

Join the online session at https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/workshops/.

Program Information:

UConn undergraduates in all majors can apply for up to $2000 in funding to support projects that represent the legacy of the UConn Co-op’s commitment to public engagement, innovation, and social impact.

Projects need to be student-designed and/or student-led. Applications are accepted from individuals and from small groups (no more than 3 people) who will be working collaboratively or co-leading an initiative.

More information on the Change Grant: https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/change.

If you require an accommodation to participate in these events, please contact Melissa Berkey at Melissa.berkey@uconn.edu.

The UConn IDEA Grant program awards funding of up to $4000 per student to support self-designed projects including:


• Artistic & creative endeavors


• Community service initiatives


• Entrepreneurial ventures & prototype development


• Research projects


• Other innovative, student-driven projects


Undergraduates in all majors at all UConn campuses can apply. Applications are accepted from individuals and from small groups.

Join the online information session at https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/workshops/.

For more information, visit the UConn IDEA Grant website: https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/idea/.

If you require an accommodation to participate in this session, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at our@uconn.edu.

Applications for the Allied Health Sciences major are due today. Apply here: https://alliedhealth.uconn.edu/undergrad/ahsmajor/undergraduate-admissions/

Apply to the School of Business here: https://undergrad.business.uconn.edu/current-students/

Oportunidad de estudios graduados en UCONN

¿Te interesan los estudios latinoamericanos y del caribe?
¡Participa en la serie de actividades en colaboracion con UConn El Instituto.


AUTODETERMINACION EN EL CONTEXTO DE LA SITUACION DE LA ISLA

Angel Oquendo, PhD, JD
George J. and Helen M. England Professor of Law
Escuela de Derecho de la Universidad de Connecticut (UConn)


Enflace de Zoom:
Para inscribirse y participar via zoom, acceda al siguiente enlace:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYlcumupz8qGdN6oRxPmXCiwKmjY8SMO_3d?timezone_id=America%2FNew_York

Luego de la inscripcion, recibira un correo electronico con la confirmacion e instrucciones para unirse a la conferncia.


Para mas informacion comuniquese con criias.degi@upr.edu o zobeida.diaz@upr.edu

Co-Auspicio por el archivo de Ciencias Sociales y el Caribe

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Opportunity for Graduate Students at UConn

Are you interested in Latin American and Caribbean studies?

Participate in the series of activities in collaboration with UConn El Instituto.

Self-determination in the context of the island situation

Angel Oquendo, PhD, JD
George J. and Helen M. England Professor of Law


Zoom link:
To register and participate via zoom, access the following link:

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYlcumupz8qGdN6oRxPmXCiwKmjY8SMO_3d?timezone_id=America%2FNew_York


After registration, you will receive an email with the confirmation and instructions to join the conference.

For more information contact criias.degi@upr.edu or zobeida.diaz@upr.edu

Co-sponsored by the Archive of Social Sciences and the Caribbean

The Writing Center opens for in-person and online tutoring!

Weekly Werth Pizza Socials are open to all UConn students and Werth Innovators who are interested in entrepreneurship and learning about innovative things happening at UConn and beyond. Are you excited to meet new and interesting people? Are you looking for new opportunities? Do you want to meet someone to team up with to create something new and impactful? Do you like pizza and hanging out? Then come on by!

Last day to waive the Health Insurance for Fall.

Are you interested in research but not sure how to get started? Join us to identify your goals for your participation in research and to develop a strategy for pursuing research opportunities at UConn and beyond.

Join the online session at https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/workshops/.
For more information, visit the Office of Undergraduate Research website: https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/.

If you require an accommodation to participate in this session, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at our@uconn.edu.

Do you want $34,000? Would you like a prestigious honor on your CV? Are you a senior undergraduate thinking about graduate school or a 1st/2nd year graduate student in STEM or the social sciences? Are you a U.S. citizen, national resident, or permanent resident? If you answered yes to all these questions, then you should consider applying for the National Science Foundation’s Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP| https://www.nsfgrfp.org/).

The GRFP is one of the most preeminent honors that a young scholar can receive. In addition to the distinction, the GRFP provides research security and freedom by providing graduate students with $138,000 over three years. Simply put, as long as you meet the application’s criteria, there is no reason to pass up this opportunity. Learn more about who is eligible and what materials you need to apply by attending the NSF GRFP Fall application preparation series kickoff session: What is the GRFP? An Info Session. Besides covering the basics, we will walk you through all the steps of applying and answer any questions that you might have.

Join from the meeting link
https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/uconn-cmr/j.php?MTID=m04532f9ab6051bfee2ba25138793fc69

Join by meeting number

Meeting number (access code): 2621 300 0617

Meeting password: fqMc8F7gaY8

Are you a CLAS major interested in attending the Fall Career Fair this semester? Are you nervous about how to approach employers and best showcase your skills and experiences? Hear from career fair employers and Center for Career Development staff about what to expect and how to prepare for the upcoming fair. We’ll cover how to get conversations with employers started, what to say to secure an employer’s interest, and answer any specific questions you have. We will offer some general tips for career fair success whether you attend the in-person, virtual, or both formats of the career fair.

Registration is required in order to access the webinar: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1248782842177335307

If you require an accommodation to participate in this webinar, please contact the Center for Career Development at career@uconn.edu.

Are you interested in research but not sure how to get started? Join us to identify your goals for your participation in research and to develop a strategy for pursuing research opportunities at UConn and beyond.

Join the online session at https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/workshops/.
For more information, visit the Office of Undergraduate Research website: https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/.

If you require an accommodation to participate in this session, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at our@uconn.edu.

Weekly Werth Pizza Socials are open to all UConn students and Werth Innovators who are interested in entrepreneurship and learning about innovative things happening at UConn and beyond. Are you excited to meet new and interesting people? Are you looking for new opportunities? Do you want to meet someone to team up with to create something new and impactful? Do you like pizza and hanging out? Then come on by!

Wondering what it’s like to participate in research as an undergraduate? Want to know how other undergraduates got their start in research and what they’ve learned along the way?


OUR Peer Research Ambassadors will share their stories and answer your questions in this casual and interactive virtual session.


Student Panelists:


• Lauren Rudin ’22 (Major: Exercise Science; Minor: Biological Sciences)


• Stephanie Schofield ’23 (Major: MCB; Minors: Chemistry & Psychological Sciences)


• Drew Tienken’22 (Majors: Environmental Science & Political Science)


• Humza Zaidi ’22 (Majors: MCB, IMJR: Global Health & Reproduction; Minor: Healthcare Management)


Moderator: Poorna Balakumar ’23 (Majors: MCB & Pathobiology; Minor: Healthcare Management and Insurance Studies)


Join the online panel at https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/workshops/.


Learn more about our panelists at https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/peer-research-ambassadors/.

Applying for the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program? Then this session is for you.

This particular session will focus on writing the NSF GRFP Personal, Relevant Background and Future Goals essay. The essay is designed to give reviewers a sense of who you are, your experience and readiness to conduct advanced research and studies, and your research and career goals. We will discuss how to approach this essay and work to explore your motivation, experience, and goals to help you - and your reader - gain a deeper understanding of your fellowship application.

For the most up to date information on ONSF upcoming events, please visit https://www.onsf.uconn.edu/.

About NSF - GRFP
The NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program is a prestigious award that supports research-oriented students in a wide range of STEM and social science fields during their first three years of graduate school. The award includes a $34,000 stipend plus a $12,000 Cost of Education Allowance.

Eligibility
To be eligible, applicants must be either rising seniors or 1st year or 2nd year graduate students, plan on a PhD/research-oriented career, and be US Citizens or Permanent Residents. Eligible fields of study are: Chemistry, Computer and Information Science and Engineering, Engineering, Geosciences, Life Sciences, Materials Research, Mathematical Sciences, Physics and Astronomy, Psychology, Social Sciences, STEM Education and Learning Research.

Join from the meeting link
https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/uconn-cmr/j.php?MTID=m7d6cd7f9e3c782649b32f36eaf32cbdd

Join by meeting number

Meeting number (access code): 2620 575 0468

Meeting password: jmCPB7sNk23

Join the OUR Peer Research Ambassadors for a discussion on establishing connections with faculty. Peer Research Ambassadors will share their experiences and answer your questions in this casual and interactive virtual session.


Student Panelists:


• Alex Clonan ’22 (Majors: Electrical Engineering & MCB)

• Kynza Khimani ’22 (Majors: PNB & Global Health)

• Stephanie Schofield’23 (Major: MCB; Minors: Chemistry & Psychological Sciences)

• Elisa Shaholli ’23 (Major: Economics; Minors, English & Global Studies)

Moderator: Mahima Mehta ’22 (Major: MCB; Minor: Spanish)


Join the online panel at https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/workshops/.


Learn more about our panelists at https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/peer-research-ambassadors/.

Weekly Werth Pizza Socials are open to all UConn students and Werth Innovators who are interested in entrepreneurship and learning about innovative things happening at UConn and beyond. Are you excited to meet new and interesting people? Are you looking for new opportunities? Do you want to meet someone to team up with to create something new and impactful? Do you like pizza and hanging out? Then come on by!

Bring your lunch and join UConn Journalism for an hour on Wednesday, Sept. 29 for our first "Careers in Journalism" event of the semester. Learn about jobs in broadcast production and network with three alumni working at ESPN and NBC Connecticut.

The event will be held in OAK 408 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. It will be moderated by UConn Journalism's broadcast journalism instructor Steve Kalb. All students are welcome.

Those unable to join in-person can listen in and submit questions virtually through WebEx: http://s.uconn.edu/oak408webex.

Featured speakers:

Cheyenne Leeman is a 2016 UConn Journalism grad who works as a production coordinator at ESPN. She started as a production operations intern the spring semester of her senior year. She has 7+ years of television production and production management experience in a wide variety of live TV atmospheres including event and studio production. She currently coordinates production for ESPN College Basketball and the ESPYs. As a UConn student, she worked at UCTV and completed internships at WTNH-TV and The Jerry Springer Show.

Eric Weeks is a full time producer at NBC Connecticut (WVIT-TV), the NBC-owned and operated station in West Hartford. Previously he served as a live replay editor using EVS and NewTek's 3Play and videography for various sporting events at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field and the XL Center in Hartford Connecticut. Weeks graduated from UConn in 2016 with a bachelor's degree in Journalism and Communication. As a student, he gained experience at UCTV and UConn Athletic Communications. He also worked as a digital editorial producer for http://NBCOlympics.com.

Kasey O'Brien is an associate producer at ESPN's ACC Network. Previously she worked her way up to associate producer at NBC Nightly News, starting as an intern, desk assistant, and then researcher. She also worked an a production intern at The Rachel Maddow Show. O'Brien graduated from UConn with a double major in Political Science and Journalism in 2016 and went on to earn a Master's degree from S.I. Newhouse School of Communications at Syracuse University.

This particular session will cover how to develop and refine an effective research plan statement, one of the most important parts of your application. Attendees who have already worked with a faculty mentor to define the basics of their project idea will be positioned to get the most out of this session. You do not need to have attended the previous NSF GRFP application development sessions to benefit from this one.
For the most up to date information on ONSF upcoming events, please visit https://www.onsf.uconn.edu/.

About NSF - GRFP
The NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program is a prestigious award that supports research-oriented students in a wide range of STEM and social science fields during their first three years of graduate school. The award includes a $34,000 stipend plus a $12,000 Cost of Education Allowance.

Eligibility
To be eligible, applicants must be either rising seniors or 1st year or 2nd year graduate students, plan on a PhD/research-oriented career, and be US Citizens or Permanent Residents. Eligible fields of study are: Chemistry, Computer and Information Science and Engineering, Engineering, Geosciences, Life Sciences, Materials Research, Mathematical Sciences, Physics and Astronomy, Psychology, Social Sciences, STEM Education and Learning Research.

Join from the meeting link
https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/uconn-cmr/j.php?MTID=mb28e22a582c1b7cae6b3faffe63e089b

Join by meeting number

Meeting number (access code): 2624 704 5790

Meeting password: dVe4t5CtYD6