CET Presents: Undergraduate Forum

April 22, 2013

Thursday, April 25, 2013. 12:30 pm-1pm @ DML 233

Have a concern about school you’ve been wanting to voice? Want to influence lasting changes at USC? Come out to the CET Undergraduate Fellow’s final event of the semester to express your views and share your classroom experiences. We want to hear from you how we can work to make education at USC better next school year! Join us on Thursday, April 25th from 12:30-1pm at DML 233 — free lunch will be provided.

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Final Fulbright Student Grant Information Session of the Semester

April 22, 2013

Thursday, April 25, 2013. 3:30pm-4:30pm @ Leavey Library Auditorium

Come learn about the Fulbright Student Grant from fellow USC Trojan, Paige Battcher as she discusses her experience as a Fulbright Scholar. Fulbright advisors will also present information regarding the USC Fulbright application process. If you would like more information about the Fulbright program but are unable to attend the session, please contact our office at aifstaff@usc.edu to schedule an appointment with an advisor.

Visit http://usfulbrightstudent.blogspot.com/2009/08/paige-battcher-2008-2008-thailand.html to learn more about Paige’s Fulbright Scholar experience.

The Fulbright Student Grant is available to undergraduate and graduate students in any major field of study. U.S. citizenship is required.

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Louise Kerckhoff Prize 2012-2013

April 18, 2013

The Louise Kerckhoff Prize has been established for the purpose of awarding annual prizes for the best graduate and undergraduate papers in Gender Studies. Prizes of $200 for graduate students and $100 for undergraduates will be awarded; up to two awards will be made in each category.

Papers may have been written for classes in any school or department but should deal with subjects that are the focus of the USC Gender Studies Program: women’s studies, men’s studies, gay/lesbian studies, or the theoretical study of gender. Papers may have been written for course work or as part of a thesis or dissertation.

Undergraduates: If the paper was written for a class, consult the professor regarding revisions before submitting it for prize consideration. Carefully proofread the paper. The paper should be no more than 20 pages in length. All papers should have been written during the 2012-2013 academic year.

Graduate Students: A chapter from a thesis or dissertation (either in progress of approved within the last 12 months) may be submitted. It should be no longer than 30 pages and should be accompanied by a one- to three-page abstract of the full thesis or dissertation. Do not send the full thesis or dissertation. All submissions should come from the 2012-2013 academic year.

To submit a paper:

–Please send the paper to jeannew@usc.edu as a .pdf document.

–Include author’s name, address, telephone number, and e-mail address.

–If the paper was written for a class, the name and number of the class and the name and department of the instructor should be included.

–If the paper is part of a thesis or dissertation, the name of the department, the faculty advisor, and the graduate committee members should be included.

–A letter from a faculty member assessing the value of the paper would be helpful but is not required. (Letters should be sent to jeannew@usc.edu.)

Questions? Please contact Jeanne in the Gender Studies office, jeannew@usc.edu; tel: 213/740-2792.

Deadline: May 24, 2013

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Final Fellowship Information Sessions of the Spring Semester

April 2, 2013

The sessions will be held on the following days and times:

Fulbright Student Grant for International Study, Research, and Teaching
Thursday, April 4 at noon
Leavey Library Auditorium

General National/International Fellowships Information Session
Monday, April 8 at 1pm
Leavey Library Auditorium

Fulbright Student Grant for International Study, Research, and Teaching
Wednesday, April 17 at 3pm
Leavey Library Auditorium

Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship*
A current USC graduate student and Fulbright alum will speak about her experience as a Fulbright ETA.
Thursday, April 25 at 3:30pm
Leavey Library Auditorium

If students are not able to attend the sessions or if they have any questions, they can contact aifstaff@usc.edu to schedule an appointment. U.S. Citizenship is required for the fellowships. Additional information regarding the scholarships/fellowships is available atwww.usc.edu/air/fellowships

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Webinar: "The Value of an MBA”

March 28, 2013

Have you ever considered going to business school? Whether you plan to enter business, engineering, art or any other industry, an MBA can be extremely useful.

On Wednesday April 17th, attend this exclusive webinar where we will discuss the value of earning a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree and outline how you can successfully navigate the MBA application process. During the hour, we’ll have business school alumni discuss their experiences and benefit getting an MBA has had on their career, advice from admissions officers from top MBA programs and answer any general questions you might have about an MBA.

This is a great opportunity for anyone curious about business school or planning to apply within the next 2-6 years. All majors and backgrounds are welcome. Sign up today

Event: "The Value of an MBA"

When: Wednesday, April 17th 

Time: 5-6PM PST

Who: College students, High School Juniors & Seniors, Working Professionals

Where: Online Webinar

Cost: Free with Registration

Registration: http://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/176675249

Share with Friends: http://bit.ly/Z3hIAr

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Study Abroad 101: A Presentation from Student Alumni

March 28, 2013

Come listen to study abroad alumni talk about their experiences abroad. Students will discuss how to ‘s of study abroad. See you Wednesday April 3: 6-7 pm at the Performance Café at Parkside.

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Apply for the CAUSE Leadership Academy Internship Today! Applications Due April 26th!

March 28, 2013

We are now accepting applications for the CAUSE Leadership Academy Internship!

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What is the CAUSE Leadership Academy?

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Leadership Academy interns tour the California Senate Chamber with Senator Lou Correa

Since its inception in 1991, the CAUSE Leadership Academy (formerly called CASIC, California Asian American Student Internship Coalition) has prepared elite student leaders to be in the forefront of California’s legislative arena. This program is especially dedicated to developing the leadership skills of college students who are interested in exploring a career in public office, public service or community advocacy.

Previous students have been selected from Ivy League schools, the University of California system, community colleges and local high schools. Graduates of the program have gone on to run for elected office, work as legislative staff or work in the nonprofit sector. Students with an interest in Asian Pacific American (APA) affairs, leadership development, community service or politics are encouraged to apply.

This eight-week leadership academy will develop:

Political awareness and civic engagement 
Understanding of the legislative process
Insight on issues related to the APA community 
Professional and leadership qualities
Public speaking and presentation skills
Interview and social etiquette
Organizational and cooperative working skills

As part of this intensive eight-week leadership academy, CAUSE interns will:

Receive internship placement in the offices of elected officials.  

This opportunity affords interns a unique hands-on experience in the legislative process, policy knowledge and constituent outreach.  

Gain access to and insight from civic leaders through leadership workshops and seminars.

Interns receive leadership training from elected officials and community leaders; meet and learn from assembly members and state senators in Sacramento, and get a firsthand, inside perspective of how the government functions.

Participate in local APA community events.  

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The Application Process

Candidates will be selected on the basis of demonstrated academic and personal excellence, and involvement and leadership in extracurricular activities. Applications must be postmarked by April 26, 2013. Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in an interview in early May. By mid-May, CAUSE will announce the 2013 Leadership Academy interns, who will start this program on June 17, 2013.

Student Qualifications

Candidates should be graduating high school seniors or undergraduate college students in good academic standing, with a minimum GPA of 3.2. CAUSE interns will be placed in full-time positions in the Southern California area, so they should be prepared to live within the vicinity of their placement and/or the CAUSE office, where the weekly issues forum takes place, or be willing to commute independently. 

Important Dates

The CAUSE Leadership Academy will accept completed applications until April 26, 2013. Applications will be reviewed and top candidates will be asked to participate in a personal interview with the CAUSE selection panel in early May. Interviews will take place in mid-May.

*MANDATORY ATTENDANCE REQUIRED*
Those selected to the internship program MUST attend the following:

Press Kick-Off Luncheon: June 14, 2013
Orientation Retreat Weekend: June 15th to June 17th
Graduation Ceremony: August 9, 2013

The program duration is from June 17 – August 9, 2013. Again, applications must be postmarked by Friday, April 26, 2013. Please mail application and all required documents to:

CAUSE Leadership Academy

c/o: CAUSE
260 S. Los Robles Ave., #118
Pasadena CA, 91101

For more information, please click here!

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Grace Ford Salvatori Community Service Tuition Scholarships

March 25, 2013

The Salvatori Community Scholars program provides support to advanced graduate students who are doing community-based research whose experiences with community-based organizations can lead to new opportunities for service-learning students at USC.

Scholar(s) work with JEP’s Associate Director for Research and Academic Affairs, USC faculty, and one or more community organizations to develop service-learning projects for undergraduate USC students. Projects are to be jointly determined by the needs of the community, the academic goals of the service-learning course, and the abilities and interests of the Scholar, and might include participatory action research or direct service activities. All projects must involve undergraduate students in work that builds their knowledge and skills while supporting the Scholar in a community-centered project. Ideally, the service-learning project will closely correspond to the scholarly activities of the Salvatori Community Scholar.

Check out the link for more information and how to apply! http://dornsife.usc.edu/salvatori-community-scholars

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Final March Fullbright Information Sessions

March 7, 2013

The Office of Academic & International Fellowships will present on Fulbright U.S. Student Programs during the month of March.  All are welcome to attend.

Did you know… USC is ranked as a top producer of US Fulbright students.

**Attention juniors: Fulbright deadlines are in early fall 2013, so let’s get started!

Fulbright Study or Research Abroad Info Session Tuesday, March 12, 1-2pm Leavey Library Auditorium

Fellowships for International Study Information Session Tuesday, March 26, 12-1pm Leavey Library Auditorium

U.S. citizenship is required in order to apply.

If you have any questions, contact the Office of Academic and International Fellowships at aifstaff.usc.edu  If you cannot attend the session, but would like to meet with an advisor, please send us your availability and we’ll arrange a time to meet with you.  For more updates like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uscaif

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Political Science Honors Application

March 7, 2013

Professor and Chair Dennis Chong will be teaching the POSC Honors sequence for the 2013-14 academic year. To be eligible for POSC Honors, you must be a Political Science junior or senior (by the end of Spring 2013), with a minimum 3.5 GPA both overall and in your major.  Students will write a research paper on a social science theme of their choice.

This is a two-part sequence to receive Honors in Political Science.  The first semester in the Fall 2013 (POSC 391) is the seminar.  During the second semester in Spring 2014 (POSC 392), a thesis will be written.  To apply for the POSC honors program, send an electronic PDF or Word version of the three items in the list below to Ms. Aurora Ramirez (aurora@usc.edu), no later than March 25, 2013. Your file should match the order of the items listed below. 

1) Honors Application Form (attached below)

2) STARS report (must include Fall 2012 grades)

3) a 1-2 page statement of purpose (more information available on application)

Students who complete successfully the requirements of the program will graduate with Honors in Political Science, a distinction that will be designated on their transcripts. The best Honors theses will be considered for publication in the Department’s Undergraduate Political Science Journal.

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New Online Exceptional Funding Application

February 25, 2013

We are pleased to announce the launch of our online Exceptional Funding application for Trustee, Presidential, Mork, and Stamps Scholars! Students received instructions today on how to access the application from their myUSC account under the Undergraduate Advisement tab.

Applications are currently being accepted for Summer 2013. Merit Scholars (Trustee, Presidential, Mork, Stamps only) who want assistance with USC summer tuition MUST APPLY for Exceptional Funding. Their scholarship does not automatically apply for the Summer as it does for Fall or Spring terms.

March 15 is the priority deadline for Summer Exceptional Funding - students who meet the eligibility requirements are guaranteed funding. We have a second deadline set for April 12. Students are granted funding on a first come first served basis only – funding is not guaranteed.

Thank you!

Academic & International Fellowships staff                                            

Noosha Malek, Director

Martha Enciso, Associate Director

Katie Calvert, Assistant Director

aifstaff@usc.edu

(213) 740-9116

www.usc.edu/aif/scholars

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Tsai Family Research Fund for Taiwan Studies **Deadline March 1, 2013**

February 21, 2013

TSAI FAMILY RESEARCH FUND FOR TAIWAN STUDIES

Summer 2013 and AY 2013-2014

Application Deadline: Friday, March 1, 2013 at 5:00pm

Made possible by a generous donation from the Tsai family, the Tsai Family Research Fund for Taiwan Studies supports undergraduate and graduate study and research on Taiwan. We particularly encourage those students who may be interested in using Taiwan as a comparative case study in their research about larger themes or issues.

Note: If proposed project is not completed during the original award period, award must be forfeited.

Undergraduate Students
Awards of up to $1,000 for study abroad in Taiwan or research in or on Taiwan under the guidance of a USC faculty. Applicable to USC programs: CIEE semester study abroad, EALC Taiwan Chinese language summer program, Problems Without Passports summer program in Taiwan and non-USC programs

Graduate Students
Awards of up to $3,000 for summer research and/or language study in Taiwan, or smaller awards for conference participation if presenting a paper about Taiwan.

For more details about the Tsai Family Research Fund and to fill out the online application, please visit the official webpage: http://dornsife.usc.edu/eascenter/tsai-family-research-fund/

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at easc@dornsife.usc.edu or at 213-740-2991, or stop by our office in College House (CLH) 101.

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East Asian Studies Center
Dana and David Dornsife
College of Letters, Arts and Sciences
University of Southern California
823 West 34th Street (CLH 101)
Los Angeles, CA 90089-0127
Tel: 213-740-2991
Fax: 213-740-8409
http://www.usc.edu/easc

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