Food Pantry To Host Monthly Food Sample

From 2-4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 14, the NEIU Student Pantry will partner with Student Health Services (SHS) to host a monthly food sample that will contain many ingredients found in the Student Pantry. SHS will provide healthy and delicious food preparation options that are also easy to make. Prepared food will be available while supplies last.

The NEIU Student Pantry is open to all NEIU students from 1-4 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays and is located in the Student Lounge (E 050).

We are looking for volunteers and donations for the month of February. You can volunteer during pantry hours or in the morning on both of those days to help set up the pantry. Sign up online for the February volunteer dates.

If you are interested in donating to the Student Pantry, our list of most needed items is as follows:

• Peanut Butter
• Granola bars
• Canned soup
• Pasta
• Rice
• Shelf-stable milk
• Oatmeal
• Tea/coffee
• Canned tuna
• Diapers
• Baby food/formula
• Toiletries (shampoo, shower gel, toothpaste, etc.)
• Plastic bags/reusable bags

You can drop off any donation to any of the donation bins set up around the Main Campus:

• Advising Center (LWH 0027)
• Angelina Pedroso Center (B 159)
• Learning Success Center (LIB 454)
• Office of Alumni Relations (Alumni Center, Building I)  
• Project Success and Proyecto Pa'Lante (LWH 4029)
• Student Center for Science Engagement (BBH 235)
• Student Disability Services (D 104)

This semester the NEIU Student Pantry is also sponsoring semi-monthly visits from Illinois Hunger Coalition staff to provide support for students and other members of the University community interested in applying for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.

The SNAP outreach representative will be on the Main Campus (in the Student Pantry, E 050) 1-4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 21. Those interested should bring a state-issued ID or driver’s license to apply.

If you have any questions, please email Jannedh Lema at student-pantry@neiu.edu.   

Posted on behalf of Jannedh Lema, Campus and Community VISTA, Student Affairs by Mike Hines, Director of Strategic Communications.

Paid Summer Internships: Apply by 3/1

Hello:

We’re excited to offer paid internships for students with all stipend and travel expenses included.

Business Staffing of America, Inc. in conjunction with The Zion Group, Inc has been contracted to identify, recruit and hire interns for an 11-week program for the U.S Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Office of Recruitment and Retention programs. The job positions are in various states: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington DC, and Wyoming.

When: Starts June 3, 2019, for a minimum of 11 weeks of continuous full-time (40 hours per week)

Application Due: March 8, 2019.

Compensation to You

• Intern awardees will be paid a $500.00 weekly stipend ($5,500.00 total internship).
• Round-trip airfare to/from internship location is provided for non-local students.
• Assistance to locate and secure housing during the internship for non-local students.

The Benefit to You:

• Paid job opportunity
• Federal Holidays are observed
• Gain critical work experience
• Potential future employment with the Government
• Career networking opportunity
• Accumulate evidence of your abilities
• Improve your confidence

Who We Are Looking For:

The ideal candidate shall be:

1. A student that is not currently a Federal employee.
2. Students currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited college or university. Undergraduate is defined as an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree program.
3. Recent student graduates from an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited college or university. To qualify as a recent graduate the student’s official graduation date cannot exceed six (6) months prior to the start date of the internship period.
4. Each candidate shall possess at least a 2.5 cumulative grade point average on a 4.0 scale.
5. The candidate shall also be able to pass a background investigation.
6. Must be eligible to work in the United States.

There are several career fields necessary for the effective management of public lands and resources. Position titles include but is not limited to:

• Archaeologist
• Fisheries Biologist
• Business Management and Administration
• Business Real Estate
• Engineering – Civil, Petroleum
• Ecologist – Forestry Technician
• Geologist
• IT Geospatial, Web Development
• Land Surveyors
• Natural Resources Management
• Navigable Waters Specialist
• Park/Refuge/Monument Management and Administration
• Public Policy/Administration and Management

How to Apply:

Applications are accepted February 10 thru March 1, 2019.  Students may apply online at www.Internships4BLM.com

You can find more information about the internship at www.Internships4BLM.com/BLMInternship.pdf

Gospel Concert Feb. 15 in Auditorium

The Black Heritage Committee invites the University community to "A Breakthrough Encounter" Gospel Concert featuring special guest and Grammy award-winning Gospel artist Smokie Norful on Friday, Feb. 15, from 5-8 p.m. in the Auditorium.

Setting the tone and atmosphere for this powerful worship experience will be various ministers of the arts (through song, dance, sign language and gospel mime). We will have performers who are NEIU students, as well as local guests, then we will receive our special guest.

Tickets are free, but donations will be accepted at the door and put towards the Black History Month Scholarship Fund. For questions, email Ashlei Ross at aross8@neiu.edu.

Posted on behalf of the Black Student Success Committee; the Division of Student Affairs; and the African/African American Studies program, by Mike Hines, Director of Strategic Communications.

Pedroso Center Now Hiring Student Aides

Hello everyone, 

The Pedroso Center is hiring a number of student aids/community success leads to work during the 2019-2020 academic year. The Pedroso Center will be hosting an informational session on Wednesday, February 20 at 3:00 pm in B-159.

The application deadline is Friday, March 1 on the Pedroso Center Collegiate Link. The hiring decisions will be made by the week of April 8 at the latest. 

To learn more about the position, please review the job description here. 

For questions about the position and the hiring process, please do not hesitate to contact Dear Aunaetitrakul at (773) 442-5449.

TRIO Leading and Learning Week: Call For Proposals

Hello TRIO Students,

We hope the beginning of your year is off to a good start! At NEIU, we at TRIO SSS are gearing up for our upcoming TRIO Leading and Learning Week, a week of workshops and presentations for students focused on our program theme, "Leading and Learning: Preparing Students for Success in their Education, Career and Life." It will take place on the fourth floor of the Ronald Williams Library from Monday, April 1st through Friday, April 5th.

We would love for you to present and encourage you to share this information with others who may be interested in presenting.  

Please follow this link for more information and to submit a proposal by Friday, March 1st: TRIO Leading/Learning Week Call for Proposals

Thank you for your continued support of TRIO students!

Best Regards,

William Escalante and Rachel Schaffnit

TRIO Leading and Learning Week Coordinators

New Student Orientation Leaders Needed

Applications are being accepted for Orientation Leaders to assist during new student orientations. If interested, please visit neiu.edu/orientation and complete the Orientation Leader Application Packet.

Applicants also must:

RSVP for an Orientation Leader Information Session

Review, complete and submit an Orientation Leader application.

Include current resume, cover letter and the names, phone numbers and email addresses of three professional or academic references.

Submit all materials to orientation@neiu.edu by 5 p.m. on Friday, March 8, 2019.

If they have questions about the position or application procedures, send an email to orientation@neiu.edu or call (773) 442-5476. The contact is Felicia Keelan.

Control Your Future: Attend Regional Student Seminar

The 2019 Midwest Regional Student Seminar 

“Owning Your Future”

Hosted by The National Association of Blind Students (NABS) and the National Federation of the Blind of Illinois (NFBI).

Offering opportunities for professional growth, confidence building, and employment readiness with regional peers and national mentors! Take advantage of empowering panel discussions, engaging presentations, and social networking possibilities. Attendees will have chances to learn about social, environmental, and academic issues that blind students face, along with strategies and skills to successfully navigate them.

Eligible Participants: Blind high school and college students living or studying in the Midwest states. Students from other areas are welcomed to attend. 

When: March 15-17, 2019 

Where: The Holiday Inn O’Hare,  

5615 N. Cumberland Avenue,  

Chicago, IL 60631 

For Room Reservations: Call 773-693-5800. Mention NFB of Illinois to get the group rate  

Registration: $70 per student and must be completed by Friday, February 15, 2019   

Register at www.nfbofillinois.org/midwest-students-spring-seminar/registration  

Direct inquiries to Illinois Association of Blind Students President, Emma Meyer, (meyeremma13@gmail.com) or 815-735-4714. If you need to apply for financial assistance, please go to www.nfbofillinois.org, and download and fill out the Chappell Dennis application. Applications must be returned to Denise Avant, NFBI President at davant1958@gmail.com by February 10, 2019. 

This seminar aims to show students that they are in control of their future. Together, we will highlight how to set goals, create ways to attaining them, and own your achievements. Each step is a stride toward greatness and with our help, you have an opportunity to shine in the academic and employment arenas. The power of networking starts here but opens a door of possibilities for your growth. Live the life you want, by owning your future and creating success!