[Plsgs] FW: GPSC Newsletter 11.18.2015
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GPSC Newsletter November 18, 2015
Events:
1. Dog Days With the Dean
2. Alternative Breaks
3. Recognize Faculty, Students, Staff and Programs for their Contributions!
4. Combatting Imposter Syndrome
Resources:
5. Live Safe App
6. SAFE RIDES
7. Helping Hands Tucson
8. Volunteers Needed for Research Study
9. Recruitment for a Study (Psychology Department)
Socials:
10. Game Night Social at Tucson Games and Gadgets
11. GPSC Happy Hour at Gentle Ben's!
Workshops:
12. CSW Presents: Workshops for Emerging Leaders
Stay up to date with GPSC! Check out our accounts on Facebook, Instagram, & Snapchat
Like the Graduate and Professional Student Council (GPSC) on Facebook at www.facebook.com/UAGPSC<http://www.facebook.com/UAGPSC> for information related to funding opportunities, academic and social events, and other graduate and professional student concerns. Also follow us on Instagram @UAGPSC and add us on Snapchat at UAGPSC.
Dog Days with the Dean
We know that going to school can be stressful, so pet it out with some dogs and wind down every other Wednesday with the Dean of Students Office! Come to the Nugent Building from 10-11am to cuddle with a fuzzy friend for free, and get some unconditional puppy love. Dogs and cats may not always mix, but dogs and Wildcats are great together!
Bark your calendars for the Fall dates (all 10-11am):
December 2nd
Alternative Breaks
Are you a UA Graduate student or employee looking to make a difference during your Winter and Spring break? Have a passion for changing the world?
The University of Arizona Alternative Breaks organization has opened up its 2016 trip Advisor applications! As an advisor, your main responsibilities are to assist in case of emergency, handle all monetary transactions, and to be a resource for the trip leaders (2 per trip) who spend an entire year planning for break.
If you are interested in participating in one of these week-long, jam-packed fun, service trips over Winter or Spring breaks go to https://arizona.collegiatelink.net/form/start/70365
The trips include meaningful service working with different social issues, and fun activities on free days with other University of Arizona students! Our student-led trips are amazing opportunities for anyone looking to breakaway from the norm and do something different! See our trip options below!
Winter Break (January 3rd to January 9th):
-Poverty and Homelessness in Philadelphia, PA
Spring Break (March 12th - March 19th):
-Global Healthcare in Denver, CO
-Poverty and Homelessness in Washington, DC
-Mental Health and Addiction in Colorado (City TBA)
-Wildlife Preservation in Catalina Island, CA
-Poverty and Marginalization in San Francisco, CA
Please contact uaalternativebreaks at gmail.com<mailto:uaalterntivebreaks at gmail.com> with any questions.
Feel free to "like" our Facebook page (University of Arizona Alternative Breaks)<https://www.facebook.com/pages/University-of-Arizona-Alternative-Breaks/579358962127947> to learn more about our organization and stay updated!
Recognize Faculty, Students, Staff and Programs for their Contributions!
Dear Students,
Here are several major opportunities to recognize the contributions of faculty, students, staff and programs. I know that it can be very difficult to find the time to submit such nominations, but it is time well spent. Please plan ahead to work around the upcoming holidays. Let me know if you have questions.
The Peter Likins and Richard Ruiz Inclusive Excellence Awards<http://diversity.arizona.edu/peter-w-likins-inclusive-excellence-awards> include $500 awards for programs, students, staff, and faculty and programs who are improving campus climate, expanding our engagements, and advancing innovations in recruiting, teaching and supporting students from underrepresented backgrounds. The deadline is December 18. Anyone can submit a nomination<http://diversity.arizona.edu/peter-w-likins-inclusive-excellence-awards-richard-ruiz-diversity-leadership-award-application>.
The Outstanding Achievement in Teaching and Student Impact Awards<http://provost.arizona.edu/files/2016_call_for_nominations_-_teaching_awards_and_student_impact_web.pdf> include our highest University awards for teaching, including the Henry and Phyllis Koffler Award, which this year will be focused on teaching. In alternating years, this $10,000 award celebrates originality in research, scholarship and creative activities and in outreach. The deadline is January 8. Anyone can submit a nomination<http://provost.arizona.edu/honors_and_awards#Teaching_Awards>.
The Distinguished Scholar Awards<http://provost.arizona.edu/distinguished-scholar-award> provide $10,000 in funding for three mid-career tenure-track professors or continuing-status professionals who have been recently promoted to associate, and in some cases full. This award recognizes those whose research is having a major impact, and who are making valued contributions to teaching, service and outreach. The deadline is January 25. Anyone can submit a nomination (PDF<http://provost.arizona.edu/files/distinguishedscholarsapplicationform.pdf>) or (DOCX<http://provost.arizona.edu/files/distinguishedscholarsapplicationform.docx>). As detailed in the Provost's call for nominations<provost.arizona.edu/files/2016-distinguish-scholars-award-call.pdf>, the nominations need to be endorsed by a department head and are then forwarded to deans.
Combatting Imposter Syndrome
Join us for a workshop on "Combatting Imposter Syndrome"! Imposter Syndrome is common among high achievers. Learn more about Imposter Syndrome and the event here<http://uaatwork.arizona.edu/lqp/guest-column-combating-impostor-syndrome-academia> or RSVP directly here<https://uarizona.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6sxWUfkouOZtWuh>. Light refreshments will be served.
Date: Friday November 20th
Time: 11am
Where: Old Main's Silver and Sage Room.
Live Safe App
Stay safe on campus with the LiveSafe app. The app, released in September, is free and provides a direct line of contact to UAPD, as well as campus resources, protocols, access to SafeRide and the ability to virtually walk a friend home.
SafeRide - Free Nighttime Ride
SafeRide is a free transportation service for University of Arizona affiliates. Since 1981, SafeRide has provided a nighttime alternative to walking alone on campus and in the Tucson community. It is managed and operated entirely by students under the sponsorship of the Associated Students of the University of Arizona (ASUA). As an academic service, SafeRide's mission is to serve those going to or from campus, while also providing a friendly and official presence on the streets at night.
Want to request a ride? Just call (520) 621-SAFE (7233)
Helping Hands Tucson
Helping Hands Tucson provides scholarships, services, peer-to-peer mentoring, gifts for children and ongoing support to single moms aiming to improve their family's lives. Program eligibility and scholarship applications may be found on their website:
http://helpinghandsforsinglemoms.org
Volunteers Needed for Research Study Volunteers
Are you the parent of a 5-8 year-old? Do you live with the child's other parent?
To learn more about families and the environment, we are asking for your help:
* To answer questions about yourself, your romantic relationship, your parenting, and beliefs about the environment.
* To participate in an interaction with your family about the environment on the University of Arizona campus.
* Times at night and on weekends are available.
Families will be compensated for their time.
To qualify:
* Adults need to be married or living with one another, with a child between the ages of 5 to 8
* Adults need reliable access to the internet
* All members of the family must be able to speak and write in English
For further information please contact us at (520) 621-8933 or fam-env at arizona.edu<mailto:fam-env at arizona.edu>.
An Institutional Review Board responsible for human subjects research at The University of Arizona reviewed this research project and found it to be acceptable, according to applicable state and federal
Recruitment for a Study (Psychology Department)
I am in the process of recruiting couples for my dissertation study. The study is a brief, internet-based couples intervention designed to improve problem solving communication skills. The intervention is delivered once per week for a total of four weeks. Participation is free and couples will be compensated for their time. To be eligible, couples will have to be in a romantic relationship (married or unmarried, live with their partner, and have regular access to the internet. Please contact me at austingrinberg at email.arizona.edu<mailto:austingrinberg at email.arizona.edu> or at 623-696-0573 if you are interested or would like additional information. Thanks!
Game Night Social at Tucson Games and Gadgets
Come join GPSC for a night of board games at Tucson Games and Gadgets! Their game library is free for any Grad students to use on the night of 11/21.
There will be pizza too!
Date: Saturday, November 21st, 2015
Time: 4pm - 9pm
Venue: Tucson Games and Gadgets (2900 E Broadway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85716)
RSVP is recommended. Limited Space! http://gpsc.arizona.edu/game-night
Also, Tucson Games and Gadgets is giving all attending students a 10% discount to any games bought that day.
GPSC Happy Hour at Gentle Ben's!
Come mingle with GPSC Representatives to discuss current issues and upcoming events while enjoying a few appetizers at Gentle Ben's!! Note: appetizers are on a first come, first serve basis.
The department with the most sign-ins by 6:30, will receive complementary items courtesy of Gentle Ben's! Come represent your department, enjoy good food, and great company!
CSW Presents: Workshops for Emerging Leaders
Please join the Commission on the Status of Women for this exciting speaker series on leadership in the modern workplace. Hear from two speakers - one from campus and one from the community - on leadership, management, and building a diverse and kind work environment. CSW believes in leaders that emphasize equity, opportunity, and diversity in the 21st century workplace.
All talks will take place at 5:00pm in the Mesquite Room in the Student Union Memorial Center. Parking is available in the 2nd Street Garage (map.arizona.edu). Light refreshments will be provided. Talks are free and open to the public. Talks begin at 5:15pm.
Tuesday, December 1st:
Chris Tisch
Assistant Dean, Student and Alumni Affairs
Mel & Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health
Kelly Fryer, MDiv, Mth
Chief Executive Officer
YWCA Southern Arizona
Event Date: 12/01/2015
Event Time: 5:00 pm
Event Venue: Student Union Mesquite Room
For more information, visit our website at csw.arizona.edu or contact Holly Brown at brownhb at email.arizona.edu<mailto:brownhb at email.arizona.edu>.
Graduate and Professional Student Council
1303 E University Blvd Rm 323
Tucson, AZ 85719
P. 520.626.7526
F. 520.626.6116
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