NEIU Power Closet Open Through July 31st

The Northeastern Power Closet invites all students to utilize our services now through Wednesday, July 31.

The Power Closet, located in E 036, is designed to support NEIU's diverse student population in their professional development by providing access to professional clothing and accessories.

The Power Closet is open for student use by appointment on Tuesdays from 10 a.m.- 1 p.m. and Wednesdays from 2-5 p.m.

To use the Power Closet, students must:

• Be currently enrolled at NEIU
• Schedule an appointment using the appointment calendar
• Provide proof of a job interview for Power Closet records (i.e. a copy of an email confirmation, application, letter of interview appointment, etc.)
• Provide their NEIU student ID card

If you are interested in donating to the Power Closet, our most needed items are:

• Women’s professional accessories such as jewelry, fashion scarves, and purses
• Men's professional shoe sizes (8 1/2 - 10)
• Women's professional shoe sizes (7-10)
• Women's and men's vests, sizes large and up (in neutral colors)

Please see our donations page for a complete list of items we accept, as well as what cannot be donated.

Power Closet item donations are accepted on Tuesdays from 2-5 p.m. and Wednesdays from 10 a.m.- 1 p.m.

For questions or concerns, contact Jannedh Lema at power-closet@neiu.edu.

Posted on behalf of Shannon Sibel, Career Coordinator, by Mary Kroeck, Content Strategist. Adapted for TRIO SSS by V. Collins

Paid Internships Available!!

Greetings -

There was an article in today's Chronicle of Higher Education on the donor who paid off the student debt of the 400 Morehouse graduates. I was intrigued to learn he played a key role in setting up a foundation that funds a program to help link students from underrepresented populations  in science and technology fields to paid internships. Below is a short cut and paste of information that describes the internX program. Here's a link to the article https://www.philanthropy.com/article/Billionaire-Robert-Smith/246352?utm_source=pm&utm_medium=en&cid=pm   if you would like to check it out. 

Here is a link to the program website where students interested in participating can sign up  https://internx.org/ The target group for this program is rising sophomores with at least a 2.8 GPA from ethnically underrepresented groups. 

Though my sense is that this program is still a work in progress I wanted to flag it for folks knowing that many of our students really need paid internships. Please share with students and others who you think might be interested. Thanks! KP

The Fund II Foundation, which Smith had a key role in creating, is hoping to get thousands of students involved in internX. The new program centers on an internet site where students studying science, technology, engineering, or math can connect with companies looking to ensure their interns are drawn from a diverse pool of students.

Students with at least a 2.8 grade-point average from ethnically underrepresented groups can upload their resumes on the internX site and are given a skills assessment. Fund II is in the process of putting together a system to prepare students for interviews, improve technical skills, and fine-tune their resumes.

The foundation sends text reminders to students who haven’t completed the form or to remind them about upcoming interviews. Wilson said she is putting together a team of her own interns who will work in a call center to do those same reminders on the phone.
The foundation would like to place 1,000 students this year, and 10,000 by 2020. So far, 86 companies, including AT&T and PricewaterhouseCoopers, have signed on to participate. The foundation has put $3 million toward the creation of internX. Wilson says the foundation is prepared to spend more to increase training available to participating students, and broaden the site’s reach.

Kris Pierre

Director - Career Development & Community Partnerships

(Pronouns: she/her/hers)

Division of Student Affairs

Northeastern Illinois University

5500 North St. Louis Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625

Phone: (773) 442-4607
Fax (773) 442-4605

k-pierre@neiu.edu

Two MARC Scholar Appointments Available in July!!

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 July. To be considered, please apply by 11:55 p.m. June 16, 2019.

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

Benefits:
• High-quality preparation for fully funded Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. programs.
• A $13,000 annual stipend for two years.
• Up to 100 percent tuition/fees 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 Dr. Breckie Church at rbchurch@neiu.edu.

Posted on behalf of Dorina Bizhga, Maximizing Access to Research Careers (MARC) U-STAR, by Mike Hines, Director of Strategic Communications. Adapted for TRIO by V. Collins

TRIO Welcomes New Peer Coach Doris Medina

Hi, my name is Doris Medina. I work for the Achieve and Teacher Prep programs at TRIO SSS. I obtained my undergraduate degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago with a double major in Spanish and Applied Psychology. I am currently a candidate for a Master’s in Counseling-Clinical Mental Health at NEIU. I have a passion for working with people from different backgrounds and learning more about their culture, personal stories, and experiences.

I really enjoy a good walk around the park and reading a good book. I love anime and roller skating. So if you are into anime or even if you are not, don't hesitate to ask for suggestions.

I am always interested in learning new ways I can help students succeed and achieve their goals. I might not know everything about navigating the college journey, but I do know a thing or two that I would love to share. Please feel free to ask me about my experience in college, my personal journey, or anything at all. I look forward to meeting you!

--Doris

Contact me at:

damedin6@neiu.edu.

(773) 442-4982
Set up appointment: https://calendly.com/damedin6

Free Mindfulness Meditation Sessions Starting May 15

Join Student Counseling Services (SCS) to learn and practice how to relax your body and calm your mind.

SCS is pleased to announce https://www.neiu.edu/university-life/student-counseling-servicesmeditation sessions that will be offered Wednesdays this summer, starting May 15.

Faculty, staff and students of all experience levels are welcome to attend. Each session starts promptly at 12:10 p.m. and lasts for about 30-35 minutes.

Please arrive a few minutes early to check in at the front desk of Student Counseling Services (B 119). No appointment or special equipment necessary.

Call (773) 442-4650 ahead of time if a large group of people would like to attend.
For more information please contact SCS at (773) 442-4650.

Posted on behalf of Nancy Easton, Director, Student Counseling Services, by Mike Hines, Director of Strategic Communications. Adapted for TRIO SSS by Vernon Collins