Take the ‘Canes Care for ‘Canes Pledge

August 23, 2011 at 9:25 AM · Filed under Uncategorized ·Tagged , ,

I Am A ‘Cane

As A Caring ’Cane, I Pledge To Be:

Just
Where all people are valued and diversity is pursued and celebrated

Caring
Where the well being of all is supported and service to others is encouraged

Open
Where freedom of expression is welcomed while respecting others

Courageous
To do the right thing

Civil
To communicate respectfully with others in order to foster growth
A portion of the content was included, with permission, from NIU’s “Northern PACT” & USC’s “What it Means to be a Trojan”

Learn more about ‘Canes Care for ‘Canes at http://www.miami.edu/sa/index.php/canes_care_for_canes/pledge/.

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Peace Corps’ “Making a Difference” Job Fair at UM

August 17, 2011 at 10:21 AM · Filed under Events, Jobs ·Tagged ,

The career fair will feature organizations offering careers in public service, humanitarian aid and international development.

More than 20 employers including Federal and State agencies such as the FBI, the State Department,  the IRS, Everglades National Park, and the Department of Corrections will be looking for employees as part of the “Making a Difference” Career Fair. Also participating will be non-profit organizations Food for the Poor and Educate Tomorrow.

A panel will follow the career fair – “Honoring Our Past, Inspiring Future Generations.” Esteemed panelists include Peace Corps Director Aaron S. Williams, University of Miami President Donna E. Shalala, Knight Foundation President Alberto Ibargüen, and Educate Tomorrow Founder Virginia Emmons McNaught.

WHERE: University of Miami BankUnited Center’s Fieldhouse, 1245 Dauer Drive Coral Gables, Florida.

WHY: This year, the Peace Corps commemorates 50 years of promoting peace and friendship around the world. In conjunction with the agency’s mission and legacy of service, they aim to honor the past, demonstrate their effectiveness, and inspire the next generation of volunteers through education and engagement.

A private, research university with more than 15,000 students from around the world, the University of Miami is one of the top producers of Peace Corps volunteers in the USA.  UM is currently ranked #21 among all medium size schools in the number of volunteers they produce.  There are 23 UM alumni currently serving in the Peace Corps.  Almost 400 UM Alumni have served in the Peace Corps.

WHEN: Wednesday, September 7, 2011, 4-6 p.m.

COST: FREE and open to the public

RSVP is requested by September 1st to eventsmanagement@miami.edu or at (305) 284-6486.

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Creative Writing Program’s USpeak Back-to-School Bash

August 10, 2011 at 11:24 AM · Filed under Events ·Tagged , , , ,

The Creative Writing Department at the University of Miami has teamed with Books & Books in Coral Gables to kick off this year’s 2011-2012 USpeak season.

Poet John Murillo, author of “Up Jump the Boogie” and visiting assistant professor at UM, will emcee a night of open mic readings, flamenco dancing, and a must-see reading by this year’s Literary Death Match winners—the Foryoucansee spoken word team who produced the book Hialeah Haikus.

The Miami New Times called Hialeah Haikus “a collection of provocative, insightful (and hilarious) haikus that provide an astonishing, hallucinatory experience—a journey into the deep dark “brown-ness” of one of America’s most diverse communities: Hialeah, Florida.”

DATE: Friday, August 26, 2011
TIME: 9 p.m.
LOCATION: Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables

The event will include an open mic session when audience members are invited to share a page of their writing with USpeak’s ever-growing, always appreciative audience.

USpeak events are free, open to the public, and are sponsored, in part, by the University of Miami’s Department of English, Creative Writing Program, and Auxiliary Services, and Books & Books.

Please visit www.miami.edu/uspeak  to view podcasts of previous USpeak events.

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FIU/UM Exchange Program for Fall 2011 – Apply by Fri., Aug. 12

August 9, 2011 at 12:18 PM · Filed under Graduate School, Training ·Tagged , ,

FIU and UM doctoral students (Ph.D. and Ed.D.) and students in the Latin American and Caribbean Center’s (LACC) master’s programs have the opportunity to complete up to six credits at FIU as members of an exchange program between FIU and UM. The program gives graduate students a larger selection of courses to choose from and allows students at UM and FIU to take advantage of the broad educational and research opportunities at both institutions.

All students who are fully admitted into a doctoral program or LACC master’s program and who are in good academic standing may participate in this program. Students can choose from any course at FIU provided the course is not already offered at UM, is not a limited access course, and/or does not have additional fees (i.e., many online courses).

The FIU/UM Ph.D. Program is a true intellectual exchange between FIU and the UM and a unique academic opportunity for all students who decide to participate!

Interested students can access the Fall 2011 common program application at:
http://gradschool.fiu.edu/FIUUMDocExngProgram.html

Applications must be received by August 12, 2011 for priority consideration. UM students should direct applications and inquiries to:

UM Program Coordinator
Tyrone Henry Jr.
(305) 284-4155
t.henry1@miami.edu

For additional questions specific to FIU, please feel free to contact:
Allison McComb
Associate Director, University Graduate School
(305) 348-1905
mccomba@fiu.edu

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Incoming Grad Student? First-Time TA? Register for Online TA Orientation

August 3, 2011 at 3:08 PM · Filed under Events, Graduate School, Training ·Tagged , ,

Are you an incoming graduate student who will be teaching at UM for the first time this fall? If so, you are required to take the Blackboard-enabled TA orientation. Visit our orientation page for more information on how to register.

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We’re on Facebook!

August 2, 2011 at 12:42 PM · Filed under Graduate School ·Tagged ,

We’re pleased to announce that we have another way for you to interact with us. In addition to our GradNewsNote e-mails, e-newsletter, and our blog, you can now like us on Facebook! We’ll post information on events and opportunities for graduate students, and we’re looking forward to hearing your feedback. Like us today.

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2011 NSF Summer Research for Undergraduates a Success

July 27, 2011 at 4:18 PM · Filed under Events, Graduate School, Training ·Tagged , ,

2011 Summer REU students with Dr. Bedeau (far left) and graduate student mentors.

The Graduate School recently hosted nine students for the National Science Foundation-funded Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates. The students were invited to UM for ten weeks and were paired with UM faculty to work on various research initiatives in the social, behavioral, and economic sciences. Students, who came from as far as the University of Buffalo, had the opportunity to test drive graduate school by working in labs alongside UM graduate students, analyze data, and present their work at a conference-style presentation at the end of the ten weeks.

The Summer 2011 program cycle marked the sixth year of the NSF’s grant to fund this research experience. A great majority of the students who have come through the Graduate School’s summer research program have went on to attend graduate school and enjoy academic success.

“These students were dynamic. Their oral presentations and research posters addressed topics in environmental preservation, multicultural training for counseling psychologists, PTSD in Haiti, and other national and international issues. With the support of UM faculty, staff, and graduate students, these undergraduates now have a solid introduction to research and are better prepared to apply and do well in graduate school,” remarked Dr. Koren A. Bedeau, assistant dean of the Graduate School. “It’s always a pleasure to receive news of their progress after they leave UM.”

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New Graduate Student Orientation

July 12, 2011 at 11:29 AM · Filed under Events, Graduate School

Welcome to all our new graduate students! Registration for the Graduate School’s orientation is now open. Visit our events page to learn more about our open house, orientation, and the President’s Picnic. Register today!

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Anne Wexler Master’s Scholarships in Public Policy

July 6, 2011 at 12:00 PM · Filed under Financial assistance, Graduate School ·Tagged , , , ,

The aim of the Anne Wexler Scholarships is to grow Australian-American educational linkages by building the network of public policy experts and to encourage ongoing policy exchange between both countries. The scholarship will enable Australian and United States postgraduate students with strong academic credentials and leadership potential to undertake a master’s degree in Australia or the U.S. in an area that supports Mrs. Wexler’s binational interests in the field of public policy. These may include key areas such as health, sustainability, energy, climate change, regional security, political science, history, or governmental relations.

Award:

The Scholarships will be awarded for a maximum two-year period. Benefits include:
• Annual stipend of up to AUD 30,000 for a maximum of two years
• Tuition fees of up to AUD 25,000 per year for a maximum of two years
• Travel allowance of AUD 5,000 for return travel
• Establishment allowance of AUD 6,000
• Insurance AUD 4,000

Deadline:

September 3, 2011

Application:

Visit www.fulbright.com.au for more information.

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SPEAK Test for International Graduate Teaching Assistants

June 27, 2011 at 8:05 AM · Filed under Events, Graduate School, Training ·Tagged , ,

The SPEAK Test is required to demonstrate ability in spoken English for prospective international graduate teaching assistants. The test will be administered on Thursday, August 4 and Tuesday, August 23  at 5 p.m. in room 102 of Allen Hall.

Students must be registered by 5 p.m. the day before the test date. A photo I.D. (Cane Card or passport) is required. Please call Maki Burgess at the Intensive Language Institute at (305) 284-4727 to reserve your place or e-mail her at alc.cstudies@miami.edu.

The UM policy regarding language competency for teaching assistants and the language testing and training schedule are available at www.miami.edu/ili.

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