New School for Social Research Presentation Nov. 3

Please join the sociology department in a unique and informational presentation by the New School for Social Research

Who: The New School for Social Research (NSSR) is home to many world-renowned scholars, practitioners, and innovators who open minds and doors to civically engaged inquiry and opportunities. Located in New York City, The New School for Social Research is rooted in a legacy of critical theory and historically grounded scholarship.

When:  November 3 from 1:40-3:30 pm

Where: FA 216 

Guest Speakers:

·         JEFFREY C. GOLDFARB is the Michael E. Gellert Professor of Sociology at the New School for Social Research. He is the author of dozens of articles and eight books. He will speak on the upcoming elections and democracy.

·         DANA MESSINGER is the Director of Graduate Admission at The New School for Social Research.  She has worked in admissions at Columbia Law School, Baruch College, and Johns Hopkins University. She has also spent the 2008 campaign cycle working for Hillary Clinton for President and on Democratic house races. She will speak on what makes a good graduate application.

REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED!!

3rd Annual Law School Alumni Panel

On the evening of Tuesday November 1, the Pre-Law Society and NEIU Alumni Association will be hosting our 3rd Annual Law School Alumni Panel (flyers attached). 

This great opportunity to meet several NEIU graduates who have all attended law school, including a DACA recipient who is among the first, and possibly THE first, undocumented student in Illinois to ever be licensed by the ABA.

This diverse panel will discuss:

· How NEIU prepared them for law school

· Financing law school

· Their law school experience

· The current job market

· They will also answer your questions

Meet our panelists:

Sir Williams

Northeastern 2005, Major: Criminal Justice

University of Wisconsin Law School 2011

Director of Admissions, University of Wisconsin Law School​

Alexandra Martinez, Esq.

Northeastern 2007, Major: Political Science

DePaul University College of Law 2010

Family Attorney

Ana Laura Alvarado (DACA Recipient)

Northeastern 2006, Major: Justice Studies

Southern Illinois University School of Law 2016

Newly  licensed and seeking employment

Melissa Reardon Henry

Vice President for Legal Affairs and General Counsel for Northeastern Illinois University.

Washington University Law in St. Louis

Marcellus Moore (MODERATOR)

Northeastern Illinois Foundation Board Member

Northwestern University School of Law 1998

Managing Partner of Alliance Law Group

When:

Tuesday, November 1

Golden Eagles

5:45 to 8pm

Food & beverages provided by The Pre-Law Society

Co-sponsored by the NEIU Alumni Association

Health Insurance Marketplace

Need health insurance coverage? The Health Insurance Marketplace could be the answer your looking for!!

All plans in the Marketplace cover essential health benefits and pre-existing conditions. You can find the latest and most accurate information about the Marketplace at https://www.healthcare.gov.

When you are ready to apply, compare plans and enroll in coverage, visit https://www.healthcare.gov.

Plans in the Marketplace must treat you fairly--you cannot be denied coverage due to a pre-existing condition. You will also find out if you or anyone on your application qualifies for Medicaid or the Children's Health Insurance Program. You will also learn if you qualify for financial assistance to lower your insurance premiums.

Want help or need more information?
If you have questions about the Health Insurance Marketplace, visit https://www.healthcare.gov or call toll-free 1 800 318 2596. TTY users should call 1 855 889 4325. Tell the customer service representative if your need help in a language other than English. You can also visit Localhelp.HealthCare.gov to find help in your area.

2017 HS-STEM Summer Internships--Apply Now

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate Office of University Programs sponsors a 10-week summer internship program for students majoring in homeland security related science, technology, engineering and mathematics (HS-STEM) disciplines. The program provides students with quality research experiences at federal research facilities located across the country and allows students the opportunity to establish connections with DHS professionals. It is open to undergraduate and graduate students in a broad spectrum of HS-STEM disciplines and DHS mission-relevant Research Areas.

Undergraduate students receive a $6,000 stipend plus travel expenses.

Graduate students receive a $7,000 stipend plus travel expenses.

10-week research experiences are offered at:  Coast Guard Research and Development Center ● Customs and Borders Protection ● Engineer Research and Development Center ● Federal Emergency Management Agency ● Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Health Service Corps ●  National Security Technologies ● National Urban Security Technology Laboratory ● Naval Research Laboratory ● Office for Interoperabilty and Compatibility ● Transportation Security Laboratory ● DOE National Laboratories: Argonne, Berkeley, Idaho, Livermore, Los Alamos, Oak Ridge, Pacific Northwest, and Sandia

Areas of research: Engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, biological / life sciences, environmental science, emergency and incident management, social sciences, and more.

U.S. citizenship required

Application deadline: December 7, 2016, 11:59PM EST

How to Apply: Applications and supporting materials must be submitted at

https://www.zintellect.com/Posting/Details/2595

Program Information: Detailed information about the internships can be found at

http://www.orau.gov/dhseducation/internships/

For questions please email us at dhsed@orau.org.

Conduct Research With NEIU Faculty

Conduct research with NEIU faculty. Learn about lab groups and meet faculty and student researchers.

When: October 25, 2016
Time: Noon to 1:00 p.m.
Where: BBH 247
Why attend? This is a great opportunity to meet mentors in your field of interest

Conservation Biology Internship Opportunity

The Student Center for Science Engagement is sponsoring a day out at the LINCOLN PARK ZOO...

October 28, 2016

Your day will go something like this:

8:50am - Meet at Foster Avenue and Central Park at the East Bound bus stop (92 Foster Bus to the 22 Clark Street and Wisconsin Avenue Bus Stop.)
 
OR 
walk to Brown line, take the Brown Line to the Sedgwick stop, then walk to the zoo.
 
10:00am - Arrive at Zoo
 
10:15am - Chat about the C&S Department and the Urban Wildlife Institute
 
11:00am - Tour of the Nature Boardwalk and chat about the projects we do on zoo-grounds
 
12:30pm - Lunch: on your own (feel free to bring a boxed lunch, there are plenty of places to eat on zoo-grounds)
 
1:30pm - C&S (Davee or PMC) speak to the group          2:30pm - Head back or feel free to stay and walk around the zoo
 
3:00pm - Return to NEIU         

For more information contact Laura West (773) 442-5644 or l-west1@neiu.edu

Math Open House on Thursday, Oct. 27

Don't miss NEIU-sponsored Mathematcis Open House on Thursday, Oct. 27. Get information on math programs and find out about the study tour to Poland this summer. 

An open information session about the study tour will be presented during the open house.

We look forward to seeing you.

FOOD PROVIDED!!

When: Thursday, Oct. 27, 2016
Time: Noon to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Brommel Hall 214, B & C
Why attend? Because any help you can get with math is a BIG plus!!

My Strengths (Quest) And How I Use Them

This  TRIO-sponsored workshop will help you identify your top-five strengths then learn to use them to your advantage.  You will gain self-confidence, an invaluable tool in the quest to earn a college degree.

Presenter: TRIO Coordinator Jesse Rutschman
When: Thursday, Nov. 17, 2016
Time: 3:00 to 4:30 pm
Where: Outside LIB 412
Why attend? You will gain self-confidence

Register online: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZBG36LN

To request disability accommodations RSVP to the above URL or contact Student Disability Services at (773) 442-4595 at least 48 hours in advance.

Study Abroad Workshop on Nov. 3

Let your education take flight!!

Study in Spain, Japan, Ireland, Poland, Egypt, Norway ...

The possibilities are endless!!

Earn credits through Study Abroad and get one step closer to graduating!!

TRIO Advisor Richie Heard will teach you how to start the process and what to expect when studying in a foreign country.

Richie will also teach you the benefits of Study Abroad, which include gaining international experience and broadening your outlook on life.

Why attend? Because you need a positive change in your life and this could be the ticket, not to mention picking up some needed college credits.

Register at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZBG36LN

When: Thursday, November 3, 2016
Time: 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Where: Outside LIB 412

University Honors Program Seeks Students

The University Honors Program is seeking academically strong students (with GPAs of 3.5 and above) who are second-semester freshmen, sophomores or juniors to apply to the University Honors Program (UHP).

The UHP helps high-achieving students realize their full academic potential and earn a credential that makes them even more attractive to potential employers and graduate admissions committees.

UHP membership features a range of benefits, including:

• Priority registration
• Eligibility to apply for over $125,000 in Honors scholarships
• “Honors Scholar” notation on transcript and diploma
• Undergraduate thesis experience
• Extended library checkout privileges and dedicated Honors librarian
• Personalized advising

Be sure to attend an Info Session for prospective UHP students on Tuesday, October 18, at 3:00 p.m. in the Student Union, Room 217.

Communication, Media, Theatre Internship Fair Oct. 18

 

You are invited to bring your résumé to the Communication, Media and Theatre Internship Fair from noon to 4 p.m.on Tuesday, Oct. 18, in Alumni Hall North. The fair is sponsored by the Department of Communication, Media and Theatre and the Career Development Center. The event is free.

Hands-on experience is always helpful. This is the place to get it!!

Career Development Workshops

The Career Development Center has workshops all semester to help students connect to job and internship opportunities and to help students choose a major and career.

To register for workshops go to http://www.collegecentral.com/neiu

Select "Students"

Login to your account/Create account

If you do not have a College Central Network (CCN) account, this is a great place to find out about events and workshops. In addition, you will be able to search for volunteer opportunities, internships, jobs, and create a free career portfolio. Register today. If you have any questions, please call the Career Development Center at (773) 442-4680, visit their website or stop by their office in Building B, Room 119

Introduction to Internships 
November 1, 3:05 pm - 4:05 pm
SU 217

November 2, 11:00 am to noon
SU 218

November 8, 3:05 - 4:05 pm
SU 217

November 9, 11:00 am to noon
SU 215

Looking for an internship? This workshop will give an overview of what an internship is, how to get one, and the benefits for your degree and career.

Writing Powerful Resumes and Cover Letters
November 3, 3:05 to 4:05 pm
SU 215

Never written a resume or cover letter, or want to improve the ones you have? This workshop will explain the purpose and formatting standards of each document, as well as how to effectively reflect your education, skills, experience, and strengths.

Work Ethics
November 9, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
SU 217

Why do ethics matter in the workplace? How do you handle ethical dilemmas when they arrive? This workshop will address these questions and more.

Self-Assessment for Majors & Careers
November 10, 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
SU 217

Not sure about your major or career path? This workshop will explain the process of major and career decision-making and integrate the Myers-Briggs Type Inventory to help you understand more about how your preferences and interests relate to your choices.

Visit www.neiu.edu/career to view the complete list of Fall workshops. Registration is encouraged, but not required to attend.

TRIO Seeks Tutors And Mentors for Spring 2017

Are you interested in becoming a tutor or mentor with TRIO Student Support Services?

TRIO is currently seeking tutors and mentors for the spring 2017 semester in math, writing, biology and computer science.

 Undergraduate and graduate students must:

• Be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours for fall semester
• Maintain at least a 3.0 grade point average

To apply for a tutoring position:

• Fill out the TRIO tutor/mentor application
• Provide a PDF of your unofficial transcripts from all institutions of Higher Education you have attended
• Provide a copy of your resume
• Faculty/staff reference form (provided in the TRIO tutor/mentor application) or a letter of recommendation from a faculty member in your discipline

All application materials listed above must be sent to TRIO Student Support Services by email at triosss@neiu.edu.

Meet the TRIO Tutors!!!

My name is Jenna Hoehn Shake. I was born in Canada. I'm a senior majoring in special education. I love to read, mostly fiction. I love to take some time out of my day and jump into another world. I have always wanted to be a special education teacher. I love helping students learn. In the distant future, I would like to become a professor so that I can help inspire a new generation of teachers to go into the field. The subjects I tutor at TRIO are: --Study Skills & Organization --Active Reading/Reading Comprehension Strategies --Essay Writing Process &Writing Skills I love helping others learn, and seeing the light in their eyes when they suddenly get it.  My advice to TRIO students: "Education is our passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to the people who prepare for it today." --Malcolm X

Hello. My name is Sandro Carmona. I am senior pursuing a degree in mathematics and secondary education. My dream is to become a high school math teacher. I enjoy playing strategy games, such as chess and dominoes. The subjects I tutor at TRIO include: --ACT Math and TAP Math --Developmental Algebra --College Algebra --Calculus. I am excited to tutor at TRIO because it gives me the opportunity to help others achieve their goals and to facilitate math workshops. TRIO helps me develop valuable skills that are essential in the workplace. Skills that I have learned at TRIO include teaching, mentoring, communication, critical thinking, leadership, and personal development. I believe that all students can become successful in mathematics. The best way to achieve mathematical confidence is to ask questions and practice many examples.

My name is Shevy Castle. I enjoy sketching, painting, knitting, crocheting, needle point, and recreational physical activities, which includes running and cycling, and listening to music I'm a certified personal trainer working on getting a Masters in exercise science. My goal is to use my Masters to deepen my knowledge about fitness and health so I can best educate people on how to maintain a healthy, fit lifestyle. Currently I'm a graduate student working on a Masters in Exercise Science. The subjects I tutor are:   --Developmental Algebra (Math 090-092) --College Algebra (Math 173) --Biology --Study Skills & Organization I've been tutoring fellow classmates back in high school through college. Students kept coming back to me, and even referred friends to work with me. I decided that I should get paid to tutor, so working at TRIO provided me that opportunity. Most people don't know I'm a jack of many trades. (This is a message for students with disabilities): Don't let your disability hinder your abilities. I have a disability, too, and if I can do it, there is no doubt in my mind that you can do it, too!

My name is Suhair Ahmedsalim. I enjoy cooking and teaching my youngest son the Arabic language using various techniques, like playing games of Arabic grammar. My career goals are to get an accountant job and to take the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam. I'm currently working on a Master of Science in Accounting. The subjects I tutor include: --Developmental Algebra (Math 090-092) --College Algebra (Math 173) --Statistics --Calculus --Accounting  I'm interested in tutoring/mentoring for TRIO because I love to learn, to help other students learn, and to exchange knowledge. I'm hardworking, patient, honest, and determined. My advice to TRIO students: follow the triangle of success--hardwork, honesty and patience-- that I've learned. I have the following openings on my TRIO tutoring schedule: Mon, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm Thur, 9:00 to 10:00 am Thur, 1:00 to 3:00 pm

My name is Christopher Hernandez Martinez.  I'm a senior majoring in sociology. When I have money I love to collect cheap CDs from Half-Price Books; I have over 200 albums at the moment. I also enjoy going out for a drive whenever I can, especially when the weather is nice! My careers goals involve me putting my current skills to use. I would love to be able to do counseling later on in my life, but I would first need to get a degree related to it before I start. That's my plan. The subjects I tutor include: --Essay Writing Process &Writing Skills --Active Reading/Reading Comprehension Strategies --Study Skills & Organization --Social Sciences --Computer Skills TRIO tutoring/mentoring interested me because I wanted to challenge myself to help as many people as I could this semester. It allows me to meet new people and improve my ability to help different types of students. I'm probably one of the few people I know that drives a manual transmission car and doesn't mind doing so in city traffic. Odd but true. I strongly believe that anyone with even the smallest bit of interest in education has the potential to become an amazing student. One's learning potential is always there, everyone has it, we just need to find and use the right tools to uncover it.  I have the following openings on my TRIO tutoring schedule: Mon, 11:30 am to 12:00 pm Wed, 4:30 to 5:00 pm Fri, 1:00 to 3:30 pm

My name is Joshua Friedberg. My hobbies include community radio, writing, blogging, and music. My career goals include doing creative work in some capacity--writing, singing, playing music I recently obtained my graduate degree in English. At TRIO I tutor the following subjects: --Essay Writing Process &Writing Skills --Active Reading/Reading Comprehension Strategies --Study Skills & Organization I have greatly enjoyed helping students with different challenges meet their potential, especially in writing. Writing is a skill that I struggled with when I got to college, and today I have published articles, so I've gained a lot of confidence that I try to pass it on to my students. I know a lot of dates. I think I can name a musical event for every year going back from 2016 to 1920. My advice to students: Don't give up--there is always work to be done to become a better writer. Nobody's perfect, but you can always practice to become better.

My name is Ayuk Nfundoak. I'm a graduate student majoring in political science. I enjoy soccer, political debates, and watching the NFL.  My career goal is to become a college professor. The subjects I tutor at TRIO include: --Essay Writing Process &Writing Skills --Active Reading/Reading Comprehension Strategies --Study Skills & Organization --Social Sciences   I like tutoring because I believe it fosters my understanding of what it means or takes to become a college professor. Most people don't know I speak several languages and have lived on three continents. My advice to TRIO students: You can do it if you believe it. This semester, I'm available on Fridays if you need help.