Friday, February 23, 2018

Funding for Biomedical and Behavioral Sciences Research

The National Institutes of Health MARC (Maximizing Access to Research Careers) U-STAR Program at Northeastern Illinois University is currently accepting student applications for two MARC Scholar appointments starting in June 2018. To be considered, please apply by 11:55 p.m., March 15, 2018.

The MARC program supports and prepares juniors and seniors interested in attending Ph.D. programs in the biomedical and behavioral sciences upon graduation from Northeastern. This program is not intended to fund students interested in pursuing just a medical degree.

Benefits:
• High-quality preparation for fully funded Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. programs.
• A $12,000 annual stipend for two years.
• 100 percent tuition/fees/health insurance waiver at Northeastern.

Eligibility: 
• Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
• Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA. 
• Applicants are required to complete a Mathematical and Statistical Modeling minor as part of their training.

Application, all unofficial transcripts and one letter of recommendation may be submitted online at the MARC website.

For more information, please contact Ruth B. Church rbchurch@neiu.edu.

Posted on behalf of Dorian Bizhga, Program Assistant, College of Arts and Sciences, by Mike Hines, Director of Public Relations and Web Communications. Adapted for TRIO by V. Collins

America Needs You--Apply Today!!

America Needs You Fellows are securing internships and building the skills they need to be successful in the workplace. But this time last year, they were in the same place as you are now!! 

Make the decision they made, and invest in your future and your professional success! Apply to America Needs You today.

Do you have questions about your application? Below my email signature you will find answers to some frequently asked questions, including tips for your short answer essays. If you don’t see your question listed, feel free to contact me at liz.buerger@americaneedsyou.org  or at 312-297-7581.

You can also call in during our Application Office Hours and speak with an ANY staff member. This is a great chance to get expert advice from the people who review applications!

To participate, call in next week at the designated number below. If you can’t get through, leave a voicemail and we’ll call you back as soon as we can.

Date
Staff Person
Phone Number



Tuesday, 2/27, 4pm-6pm
Char Figueroa
312- 240-2949

We look forward to receiving your application!

Best,


Julie

Julie Hoffmann
Illinois Executive Director
America Needs You
Direct: (312) 297-7581

Thursday, February 22, 2018

"Money Smarts" Financial Literacy Workshops

Don't miss the "Money Smarts" Financial Literacy Workshops hosted by Project Success.

The workshops will be held:
 
Feb. 27, 3:00-4:00 pm, LWH 1001
March 13, 3:00-4:00 pm, LWH 2054
April 10, 3:00-4:00 pm, LWH 2054
 
 
Completed registration forms can be dropped off at the Project Success Office in LWH 4029, or they can be scanned and emailed directly to me, Prinkey A. Stewart (p-stewart2@neiu.edu).

All registrations for the first session should be submitted by Monday, February 26.

Session 1 will be held in LWH 1001, so plenty of seats are available. The March and April sessions have limited seating capacity of 25 students.

Tuesday, February 13, 2018

Need Help Paying Your Power Bill?

See If You Qualify for Help Paying Your Power Bill

Need help paying for energy this winter? You may qualify for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program also known as LIHEAP. Learn more about the program and how to contact your local office.
Get Help with Your Energy Bill

Department of Homeland Security is Hiring!!

Department of Homeland Security seal next to the words

The Department of Homeland Security is Hiring

Are you looking for an exciting new career in national security? The Department of Homeland Security is hiring now for jobs around the country in a variety of fields, including law enforcement, administration, and technology. Don't miss this great opportunity!
Apply For Jobs at the Department of Homeland Security
 

Two $500 Scholarships for Latino Students


My name is Sonia Montenegro. I'm a member of Alpha Psi Lambda National Inc at Northeastern Illinois University.  As part of this amazing Trio program, I want to extend a scholarship opportunity. 
We are looking to give away two $500 scholarships to 1 male and 1 female of Hispanic/Latino descent.
Further information about the scholarship is in the application.
Questions? Please contact me at soniamontenegro84@gmail.com or Alpha Psi Lambda National Inc. R.I.GH.T.E.O.U.S. Rho Chapter at apsirhochaptergmail.com

Basic overview

- Deadline: Friday, March 2, 2018 due (11:59pm)
- No more than 2 pages
- Topic of essay: Why you believe you are a good candidate for the Alpha Psi Lambda National Inc. Gold Rose Scholarship. Include your educational and career goals, involvement on campus, financial need, grades, and any other information you would like the committee to consider.
- No recommendation letter required
Thank You,

Sonia Montenegro
Alpha Psi Lambda National Inc.
R.I.G.H.T.E.O.U.S. Rho Chapter
Northeastern Illinois University  

Fantastic Internship in Washington, D.C.




The Victory Institute will bring outstanding LGBTQ college students to Washington, D.C., for an 8-week intensive leadership program, including a Congressional internship with an LGBTQ-friendly member of Congress.

The program includes a generous stipend, housing in D.C., placement in a congressional internship and travel to/from Washington, D.C., as well as travel and registration to the LGBTQ Leaders Conference in December 2018.

The Victory Congressional Internship is open to current undergraduate students of all genders, orientations, abilities, races, and political affiliations, including people with majors other than political science.  

The program will run from May 29 to July 21, 2018.

To learn more about the cohorts selected, here is information from last year’s class.

Applications for this incredible paid summer internship opportunity are due by Saturday, February 17.

Apply today and you could be working on Capitol Hill in just a couple months.

Please direct questions to:

Mario Enríquez
Domestic Programs Manager
LGBTQ Victory Institute
Prounouns: he|him|his

Monday, February 5, 2018

Student Talks: Voice Your Opinions!!

Student Talks provide you with the opportunity to share your thoughts and experiences about student life at Northeastern. These talks have been organized in collaboration with your Student Government Association and Student Leadership Development.

Upcoming Student Talks. Time to Voice Your Opinions!!
 
Thursday, 3/15: Student Talk at 5500 N. St. Louis Ave. campus, 2:00 to 3:00 p.m., Pedroso Center (B-159)
 
Friday, 4/13: Student Talk at El Centro, 3390 N. Avondale Ave., 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, room TBA

If you have any questions, email them to saffairs@neiu.edu.

Posted on behalf of Daniel López, Jr., Ph.D., Vice President for Student Affairs, by Travis Truitt, Director of Student Media. Adapted for TRIO by v. collins.

Free Counseling Services

The Northeastern Illinois University Department of Counselor Education Couple and Family Wellness Center is now accepting couples and families as clients. This is a free service offered once a year to the University and the community at large on a first-come, first-served basis.

Space is limited. Sessions are offered only on Mondays from 6-9 p.m. from mid-February through late April 2018, in Lech Walesa Hall, Room 4073. 

All counseling services are confidential and free.

This will be the 17th year the center has been in operation, and many past clients have found its strengths-based approach to be highly effective to help their family and couple relationships get back on track.

The Wellness Center is a training center for advanced students in Northeastern’s Family Counseling Program, under direct, live supervision of an experienced faculty member in the Couple and Family Counselor Program. A co-therapy and consulting team provides clients with as much help and feedback as possible.

If you or someone you know might benefit from this service, contact Dr. Laura Tejada at ljtejada@neiu.edu or (773) 442-5521, or graduate assistant Sara Haynes at s-haynes3@neiu.edu to discuss an appointment.

Originally posted on behalf of the Department of Counselor Education Couple and Family Wellness Center by Mike Hines, Director of Public Relations and Web Communications. Adapted for TRIO by v.collins.

Scholarships for Future Teachers

The Golden Apple Scholars of Illinois is a scholarship program that identifies talented high school seniors, as well as first and second-year college students who have the promise and drive to be excellent teachers in high-need schools.

Golden Apple Scholars are prepared for immediate and lasting success in the most challenging teaching environments.

Students who are interested in pursuing a teaching career can apply to be a Golden Apples Scholar, which pays from much--if not all--of your tuition.

The application deadline is February 15th. 


https://www.goldenapple.org/apply

https://www.goldenapple.org/becoming-a-pathways-scholar