Honors Daily Opportunities List, Friday, September 2, 2005
The Honors Daily Opportunities List is an official UF e-publication sent
to all students who entered UF as an honors student. Opportunities
listed range from those for freshmen to seniors. To submit an
announcement for posting, please fill out the online form at
www.honors.ufl.edu/honorsdaily.html .
***OUR HEARTS GO OUT TO THE VICTIMS OF HURRICANE KATRINA. IF YOU HAVE
BEEN AFFECTED BY KATRINA AND NEED A CAMPUS RESOURCE TO TALK TO, REMEMBER
THAT THE HONORS OFFICE IS HERE TO HELP.***
Table of Contents
HONORS OFFICE ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. ATTENTION OUT-OF-STATE NATIONAL MERITS AND ACHIEVEMENTS:
2. FRAN'S OFFICE HOURS:
3. HONORS PLANNERS:
SHO ANNOUNCEMENTS
4. SHO FOOTBALL BLOCK TICKET PICK-UP (TODAY):
5. LEADERSHIP: Applications due today:
EVENTS & OPPORTUNITIES
6. ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITY: Prestigious Scholarship Deadlines:
7. ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITY: UF Speech and Debate Team Open House:
8. ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITY: National Science Foundation Graduate
Fellowship Workshop:
9. ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITY: Pre-Health Students:
10. LEADERSHIP: Writing on the Wall Project:
11. SERVICE: Center for Leadership and Service:
12. SERVICE: Project MASCOT:
13. EVENT: Involvement Consultations and Student Organization Fair:
14. EVENT: Travel and Recreation (TRiP) Registration:
15. EVENT: Pre-Legal Honor Society:
16. EVENT: VOX: Voices for Planned Parenthood:
17. EVENT: UF Fencing Club:
18. EVENT: Social Entrepreneurship at UF:
19. EVENT: Engineering Fraternity & Sorority:
20. HURRICANE RESPONSE:
HONORS OFFICE ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. ATTENTION OUT-OF-STATE NATIONAL MERITS AND ACHIEVEMENTS:
Please be aware that you do not have to pay your tuition by this Friday.
Your tuition fees are automatically deferred until the middle of
November (you can check that on ISIS). The out of state fee waivers have
already started showing up. If you check on ISIS, you should be able to
see this information.
Also, to clarify the last message, those students who usually get money
back after the scholarship has been disbursed (after tuition, housing,
etc has been paid out) will be receiving a refund check. You do not need
to pay for anything yet. Wait until your scholarship has cleared, your
waiver has been cleared and then check ISIS to see whether or not you
will have a credit on your account or whether or not you owe the
university more.
2. FRAN'S OFFICE HOURS:
Fran Green, the National Merit and Achievement Scholarship Coordinator,
will be holding office hours in 140 Tigert at the following times:
Mondays and Thursdays, 9:00am-12:00pm; Tuesdays and Wednesdays,
1:00-4:00pm. If you have questions regarding your National Merit or
Achievement Scholarship, you should be able to reach her in the office
during those times.
3. HONORS PLANNERS:
We still have a few planners left. If you did not receive a planner and
would like one, stop by 140 Tigert to pick up one. While supplies last!
SHO ANNOUNCEMENTS
4. SHO FOOTBALL BLOCK TICKET PICK-UP (TODAY):
In the SHO football block? You need to pick up your tickets on Friday
from 12:00-1:00pm. Just come down to the Hume Commons and grab your
ticket; one of the SHO officers will be happy to assist you. Any
questions can be directed to [log in to unmask]
5. LEADERSHIP: Applications due today:
Want to get involved on campus? Consider a leadership position in the
Student Honors Organization. We are looking for 26 up and coming
leaders. Pick up an application at Hume Commons, the Honors Office at
Tigert Hall, or online at http://grove.ufl.edu/~sho. Be a part of the
area government that recently won the coveted AG and program of the year
awards. We are one of the most active student organizations on campus.
Applications are due September 2; casual interviews will take place the
following week. Don't miss your chance to get involved with SHO. Fill
out an application today! We encourage any and all honors students to
apply.
EVENTS & OPPORTUNITIES
6. ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITY: Prestigious Scholarship Deadlines:
Please visit http://www.honors.ufl.edu/scholarships.html for more
information about prestigious scholarships.
Upcoming deadlines for graduating seniors:
-September 7 for Marshall, Mitchell, Rhodes
-September 26 for Fulbright
-October 1 for Churchill
Upcoming workshops:
-September 7: National Science Foundation fellowships, 6:00pm, 282
Reitz Union
-September 9: Fulbright fellowships, 2:00pm, 219 Dauer Hall
7. ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITY: UF Speech and Debate Team Open House:
The UF Speech & Debate Team will host an Open House and informational
meeting on September 6 at 7:00pm in Rolfs Hall, room 205. Refreshments
will be provided. The team is open to all undergraduates--no experience
or audition required! Those who enjoy public speaking or are interested
in law, politics or business would be a few of the many who would
benefit from the team. The Speech & Debate Team is funded by SG. For
more information, call 392-5421.
8. ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITY: National Science Foundation Graduate
Fellowship Workshop:
Get into graduate school, work for your favorite Nobel prize-winner, get
paid well to do this AND travel to Europe? Profs. Randy Duran and Alan
Dorsey from the Chemistry and Physics Departments will present September
7 at 6:00pm in 282 Reitz. Food and refreshments for the first 50
participants. Application deadlines are: November 2 for Life Sciences;
November 3 for Psychology, Mathematical Sciences; November 4 for Social
Sciences; November 7 for Chemistry, Physics and Astronomy; November 8
for Engineering; and November 9 for Computer and Information Science and
Engineering (CISE), and Geosciences. For more info on these scholarships
(it would be a good idea to download and read the program description
BEFORE the workshop), visit
http://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=nsf05601.
We request that Honors Program participants please RSVP by September 2
with Lorna Dishman at [log in to unmask] or 392-6622.
9. ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITY: Pre-Health Students:
First and second year students who have not registered to attend a
pre-health workshop (registration currently full) are required to watch
a videotaped version of the workshop PRIOR to meeting with a pre-health
advisor. The videos are available at the Office of Health and Legal
Professions Advising, located on the 2nd floor of the Academic Advising
Center. You will sign out the video and view it on the first floor
Learning Resource Center room. Please give yourself 2 hours to view the
entire workshop.
If you are unable to view the video, you should read the online
Pre-Health Handbook at http://www.advising.ul.edu/prehealth. This
resource contains a wealth of information that can answer many of the
basic questions, such as those posed in the workshops, required and
recommended courses, timelines, dropping courses, taking classes outside
UF. Reading the handbook prior to seeing an advisor will make your
advising session more meaningful and effective with "easily answered"
questions are eliminated.
The OHLPA Assistant will be asking you if any one of the three criteria
whenever you are scheduling an appointment for pre-health advising.
Attendance to workshops will be verified based on sign-in sheets and
viewing of the videotapes will be verified based on the sign-out log.
All first and second year students will be scheduled to meet with
Christine Richmond. All third year students and beyond will be scheduled
to meet with Robert Kwong. Students who are interested in applying for
the Junior Honors Medical Program or who are in the application process
for the Junior Honors Medical Program may meet with either Robert or
Christine.
10. LEADERSHIP: Writing on the Wall Project:
The 4th annual Writing on the Wall Project is about to take off, and we
are looking for a group of dedicated, innovative volunteers. Through the
act of constructing and tearing down a wall representing oppression and
inhumanity towards all people, participants experience the power to
create positive change for the future. There are a variety of leadership
opportunities associated with the project, so please apply! For an
application or more information, contact directors Jessica Ducey and
Mandi Hughes at [log in to unmask] There will be an optional
informational meeting on September 6 at 8:30pm in the Hume Classrooms.
Applications are due September 16 via e-mail.
11. SERVICE: Center for Leadership and Service:
Do you have what it takes to be one of UF's finest servant leaders? The
Center for Leadership and Service (CLS) wants you! Gain experience in
event planning, publicity, fundraising and community involvement while
developing your leadership skills. Getting involved in the CLS is a
great way to be involved in campus and community leadership. Help plan
service projects, leadership conferences, and give back to your
community! Download an application now at www.dso.ufl.edu/cls.
Applications are due September 16. For more information, contact the
Center for Leadership and Service at [log in to unmask], or 392-1261,
ext. 4. Stop by our office in Peabody Hall to talk to a current CLS
Leader!
12. SERVICE: Project MASCOT:
Enjoy spending time with kids? Become a Project MASCOT mentor! You will
be able to mentor a 3rd grade child one hour per week and also take an
end of the year trip to a Florida theme park with other mentors and the
kids. Attend one of the following orientation sessions to sign up:
September 1 at 8:00pm, September 8 at 8:00pm, September 14 at 7:00p, and
September 15 at 7:00pm all in 282 Reitz. For more information, e-mail
[log in to unmask], call 352-392-1261 X4, or visit our website at
www.dso.ufl.edu/cls/projectmascot.
13. EVENT: Involvement Consultations and Student Organization Fair:
IDEAL will be conducting one-on-one involvement consultations to assist
students in figuring out what they are interested in and how to get
involved on campus. There is no appointment necessary for the
consultations, which will be held September 7 from 4:30-7:30pm in 123
Reitz. For more information, contact IDEAL at [log in to unmask] or
392-1671.
The Fall 2005 Student Organization Fair Sponsored by IDEAL will take
place on September 14 and 15 at the Reitz Union Colonnade. This is an
excellent opportunity for both new and returning students to network and
get information about different organizations on campus. Applications
for organizations are currently available at the IDEAL office in 308
Reitz. Please return completed applications by 5:00pm on September 9. If
you have any questions, please contact us at [log in to unmask]
14. EVENT: Travel and Recreation (TRiP) Registration:
TRiP Registration begins September 8 at noon. UF's Travel and Recreation
Program leads trips for all students including backpacking, canoeing,
rock climbing, surfing and more. Stop by the Outfitter (ground floor of
the Reitz Union) to pick up a schedule or ask questions. Check out our
newly updated website at www.union.ufl.edu/trip. TRiP Leader
applications are now available!
15. EVENT: Pre-Legal Honor Society:
The first meeting of the Pre-Legal Honor Society will be held on
September 6 at 7:00pm in Turlington L007. The meeting will feature a
speech by Society Advisor and UF Professor Samuel P. Stafford, Esq.,
Director of the State of Florida's Eighth Judicial Circuit Hearing
Officer Programs. The Pre-Legal Honor Society offers numerous community
service, leadership, mock trial, networking, internship, social, and
law-related opportunities. Please e-mail President Jamie Charles at
[log in to unmask] with any questions.
16. EVENT: VOX: Voices for Planned Parenthood:
Vox: Voices for Planned Parenthood invites you to find out where Supreme
Court Nominee John Roberts stands on the issues that matter to you on
September 7 from 7:00-9:00pm on the back deck of The Swamp Restaurant.
There will be games, prizes, free soft drinks and 1/2 off any appetizer.
Join Vox for a fun-filled evening all while learning who John Roberts
really is and how you can take action! For more information, e-mail
[log in to unmask]
17. EVENT: UF Fencing Club:
The UF Fencing Club is looking for new members. If you're interested in
fencing, come to the informational meeting on September 6, at 8:00pm at
Gate 1 of the O'Connell Center. Beginner practices will start on
September 7 from 5:00-6:15pm in the Florida Gym. No experience or
equipment required.
18. EVENT: Social Entrepreneurship at UF:
On September 8 from 12:30-1:30pm in Bryan 101A, the Center for
Entrepreneurship (CEI), the Center for Leadership & Service (CLS), and
the Honors Program at UF are pleased to present a discussion of
visionary leadership to inspire and empower you. At this "How-to" event,
Steven Cohen (UF c/o 2004) will share his story of founding a non-profit
organization, Friends for Life of America, while a student at UF. At UF
we see the progress of social entrepreneurship in many student
organizations such as Service Ambassadors, Gator Humanics, SIFE, FAB,
LeadUF, Student Honors Organization Service Team, FACE, WIN, Students
Making Trade Fair, and many others. All are welcome! Lunch will be
provided (though quantities & seating are limited so arrive on time).
Questions? Contact Dr. Kristin Joos in the Honors Office at
[log in to unmask] or 392-1519.
19. EVENT: Engineering Fraternity & Sorority:
Phi Sigma Rho, the Engineering sorority, is recruiting for the Fall
Semester with two weeks of events starting September 6. Phi Sigma Rho
provides a social balance for women majoring in a predominately male
field. For more information, please visit the recruitment website at
www.geocities.com/phisigmarhouf or e-mail Sarah at [log in to unmask]
Rush Pi Sigma Rho, a brand new engineering fraternity at UF. Pi Sigma
Rho is male social fraternity. We're looking to recruit new brothers
from the freshman level and up who major in engineering and the
sciences. We will be having rush events over the next couple of weeks.
If you are interested and would like more information, please e-mail
[log in to unmask]
20. HURRICANE RESPONSE:
Join the Hurricane Katrina Relief Campaigns on Campus
The Center for Leadership and Service is sponsoring the GATOR SPARE
CHANGE DRIVE during its Gator Plunge event, September 10 from
8:00am-12:00pm on Plaza of the Americas. The Spare Change Drive will
continue at the CLS Volunteer Fair, September 13 from 9:00am- 3:00pm on
the Reitz Union Colonnade. Donations will continue to be collected
throughout the month of September and taken to the American Red Cross on
a weekly basis to be donated under the name of University of Florida
Students donation to Hurricane Katrina victims.
The GATORNATION CAN FOOD Drive is also being kicked off early, instead
of in November. Student organizations, faculty and students who are
willing to donate can goods are encouraged to bring their cans to drop
off locations at the Institute for Hispanic-Latino Cultures, the Center
for Leadership and Service at 202 Peabody Hall or the Student Activities
Center on the 3rd Floor of the Reitz Union. Any donations will be
appreciated and will be taken to America's Second Harvest. American's
Second Harvest is the Nation's Food Bank Network is in need of food and
funds to respond to Hurricane Katrina in states impacted by the disaster
including Louisiana, Alabama, Mississippi and Florida.
Making a financial gift to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund
or the Salvation Army, which enables these organizations to provide
shelter, food, counseling and other assistance to those in need. For the
American Red Cross, call 1-800-HELP NOW or 1-800-257-7575 (Spanish).
For the Salvation Army, call 1-800-SAL-ARMY or go online to
http://www.salvationarmyusa.org/.
The North Central Florida Chapter of the American Red Cross is asking
for anyone interested in helping with disaster relief to please call
them at (352) 376-4669. They currently have shelters open in Suwannee
and Levy counties and need help staffing them.
For more updates on how to help, check the Center for Leadership and
Service website at www.dso.ufl.edu/cls or call 352-392-1261 ext 216.
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