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You are receiving this email because of your affiliation with the Multicultural Student Center and the University of Wisconsin-Madison. As a member of one of UW-Madison’s cultural groups, you will receive a listserv message on the 1st and 15th of every month notifying you of subjects relating to scholarships, volunteer and employment opportunities and special events and activities.

For more information about these activities, please contact the organization hosting the event/activity directly. If you would like the MSC to send out to its Listserv members information pertaining to the categories listed above, please e-mail Suzi Pyawasay, at smpyawasay@wisc.edu.

We appreciate your comments and suggestions regarding our listserv. Please send your comments to Suzi Pyawasay at the email address above. The materials included reflect diverse perspectives of the MSC Listserv participants and do not necessarily reflect a position of the Multicultural Student Center.

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C. Call for Applications for 2008 Iwanter Prize: $2000 Award to Graduating UW-Madison Senior

A. Grassroots Leadership College-- Internship and Volunteer opportunities for 2008

D. Student Activity Center Governing Board- At Large Appointee Positions Available, 5 Open Seats Available

A. 2 Credit Women of Color Course: Identity, Empowerment & Activism Course WS 199, available in the 2008 Spring Semester

B. The First Annual Big Ten Conference on Black Student Leadership -January 25 - 28, 2008

F. Queer People of Color Summit “Pulling the Pieces Together.” - February 29 and March 1 2008

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Established in 2003, the Boettcher Teachers Program is a dual licensure and master's degree fellowship designed to prepare a highly-skilled workforce of professional educators who make a difference in the individual lives of low-income students and communities and the schools that serve them. Boettcher Teaching Fellows are specially trained and endorsed to work with culturally and linguistically diverse students, and earn a Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Denver, as well as a Colorado teaching license from the Colorado Department of Education.

The program takes five years to complete, and fellows are awarded full tuition in exchange for a commitment to teach in low-income schools in the metro Denver area. In the first year of the program, the teacher residency year, fellows receive a living stipend and complete licensure requirements. In years two through five, they are full-time, salaried teachers. By the end of year two, fellows have earned their master's degree; and by the end of year five, they have satisfied their teaching service obligation.

This is an exciting program, which is already making a positive difference in urban schools in the Denver area.

For further information: contact the Program Coordinator, Deborah Barton, at the Public Education & Business Coalition (PEBC): 303-861-8661, or email her with questions at bured@du.edu.

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If you are an enrolled UW-Madison student parent, you may qualify for financial assistance toward child care fees through the Child Care Tuition Assistance Program (CCTAP). CCTAP financially assists eligible low-income student parents maintain quality child care for their children. CCTAP is funded through student fees recommended by the Student Services Finance Committee and approved by the Chancellor and the Board of Regents. Applications are now being accepted for the spring 2008 semester. More information, deadlines, eligibility requirements and applications can be accessed on the CCTAP Web site at: http://www.wisc.edu/occfr
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1C. Call for Applications for 2008 Iwanter Prize: $2000 Award to Graduating UW-Madison Senior
Deadline: Monday, April 14, 2008

The Center for the Humanities 2008 Iwanter Prize for Outstanding Interdisciplinary Scholarship

The annual Iwanter Prize provides an unrestricted $2,000 award to one graduating senior who, through a senior thesis and general academic distinction, demonstrates outstanding humanities-based scholarship of a broad and interdisciplinary nature. The award is made possible by a gift to the UW Foundation by Sidney E. Iwanter, an alumnus of the College of Letters & Science (BA History, 1971).
Theses must be interdisciplinary but need not be interdepartmental. The topic of the winning thesis must reflect a breadth of interests and learning experiences as well as depth in its main area of focus. It should draw from more than one scholarly discipline (for example, history and Italian literature; philosophy and art), but it may do so in a variety of ways. Many students working within the disciplinary conventions of one department are already regularly undertaking interdisciplinary research, and should be considered eligible for the award.
Applications for the Iwanter prize may now come directly from students, but must be accompanied by a letter of recommendation from the thesis advisor. Eligibility is restricted to seniors graduating from the College of Letters and Science in the 2007-8 academic year, and who are receiving a degree with a major in a humanities discipline. Students graduating in spring or summer 2008 may submit advanced draft versions of the thesis.
Applications should consist of four parts: (1) A one-page letter from the student that provides the title and a brief description of the thesis, addresses the student's interdisciplinary experiences, and includes current and post-graduation contact information (one original and three copies); (2) A letter of recommendation from the student's thesis advisor, who must be a faculty member in the Humanities and Arts Division of the College of Letters & Science (one signed original and three copies); (3) The student's senior thesis (four copies); and (4) The student's official transcript (one original and three copies).
Applications must be received by the Center for the Humanities by 5:00 pm on Monday, April 14, 2008.
Submit applications to:
The Center for the Humanities
218 Memorial Library
728 State Street
Madison, WI 53706

For more information, contact the Center at (608) 263-3412 or info@humanities.wisc.edu
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The USGA Fellowship in Leadership and Service is committed to providing opportunities for personal development through golf and its values. This two-year program with an opportunity to create a third-year project, connects college graduates at the outset of their careers with resources that enable them to grow personally and professionally.

Fellows work in all facets of the USGA Grants Initiative in a challenging environment with a high level of responsibility. The Fellowship also provides an educational component to aid recent college graduates in their professional and personal development. This component focuses on non-profit management, finance, public speaking, writing skills, negotiations, and personal leadership styles. The overall program allows Fellows to learn through experience while examining their professional aspirations and strategies.

The Fellowship is an intensive, two-year commitment aimed at developing recent college graduates’ professional and leadership skills through an assortment of job responsibilities, seminars and classes. Through participation in the program, Fellows gain a strong understanding of the role of philanthropy and the non-profit sector.

USGA Fellowship candidates are generally recent graduates of four-year colleges or universities and must demonstrate each of the following:

Appreciation for the impact participation in sport or other activities can have on the lives of underserved youth and individuals with disabilities

Starting Salary: $29,000
Starting Bonus: $1,500
Competitive benefits package offered
Specific relocation expenses will be covered per the Relocation Policy
Bonus awards will be considered every six months based on performance

For more information: http://www.usga.org/aboutus/foundation/fellowship/fellowship.html

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Lawrence Fellows in the Liberal Arts and Sciences are postdoctoral positions for recent Ph.D.s who seek to develop a record of excellence in teaching and research in a liberal arts college setting. A detailed description of the program is available at www.lawrence.edu/dept/fellows. Lawrence Fellows appointments will be offered on a competitive basis for academic year 2008-09. Initial appointments are for 2 years, with a reduced teaching load (three courses in the first year and four in the second year) to provide time for continued scholarship or artistic achievement. Fellows also participate in a faculty development program that fosters excellence in teaching and scholarship. Lawrence encourages Fellows to engage in tutorials and research projects with undergraduates, as well as teaching and research collaborations with faculty. These full-time fellowships carry a stipend of $35,000 per year, plus benefits, and a $2500 annual fund to support research, travel, and other initiatives.

For 2008-09, the Department of Gender Studies seeks Fellows applicants in Gender Studies, Women’s Studies, Queer Studies, or Transgender Studies. We are seeking candidates with a background in feminist theory, as well as a degree or certificate in Women’s or Feminist Studies or a comparable area of study. Particularly encouraged are people with interests in Queer Studies or Transgender Studies. Applicants who might additionally contribute to one or more of Lawrence’s Interdisciplinary Areas (e.g., Ethnic Studies, Environmental Studies, Film Studies) ought to indicate this interest. Fellows would teach Introduction to Gender Studies, Introduction to Feminist Theory and Practice, and courses in their area of expertise.

Applicants must have received the PhD (or terminal degree) by August of 2008 and no earlier than within the past five years. Applicants should clearly indicate in their cover letters that they are applying to the Department of Gender Studies.

Lawrence University, located in Appleton, Wisconsin, is a highly selective undergraduate liberal arts college and conservatory of music, known for the quality of both its classroom and tutorial education, research opportunities for undergraduates, and faculty of teacher/scholars and teacher/artists.

Applicants should send a letter of interest (including teaching and research statements), curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation to: Lawrence Fellows Committee, Office of the President, Lawrence University, P.O. Box 599, Appleton, WI 54912. Closing date is January 28, 2008. Lawrence University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and individuals of diverse backgrounds.

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2A. Grassroots Leadership College-- Internship and Volunteer Opportunities for 2008

The Grassroots Leadership College currently has opportunities for the Spring 2008 semester for students from many disciplines to volunteer or intern with our program.

The Grassroots Leadership College, based in Madison, teaches community organizing skills to adults in the English and Spanish speaking communities. Our work begins with the vision that everyone is a learner, everyone is a teacher, and everyone is a leader.

Our internship and volunteer opportunities give students the chance to work directly with developing community leaders while also building their own skills.

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SCA and American Eagle have teamed up to host an Alternative Spring in two of the country’s most spectacular parks. Choose a week-long service adventure in either Padre Island National Seashore or Grand Canyon National Park.

Volunteers at Padre Island will set up a front country camp near headquarters and work together to construct a universal access boardwalk to the beach, while others will set up a primitive camp on the seashore and spend their days constructing an addition to the turtle research ranger station. Session one runs from 3/8/08-3/15/08 while session two runs from 3/15/08-3/22/08.

At Grand Canyon, volunteers will set up camp at Mather Campground on the South Rim and spend their days hiking along some of the Canyon’s most beautiful trails while carrying out important vegetation projects, as well as removing graffiti from some of the Park’s most important cultural sites. Dates for the Grand Canyon project are 3/15/08-3/22/08 and 3/22/08-3/29/08.

SCA will provide a $400 travel reimbursement as well as food and transportation within the park. However, volunteers must purchase their own travel to and from the airport, as well as bring personal gear such as a tent, sleeping bag, and pad.

For more information on SCA’s Alternative Spring Break and how to apply, visit www.thesca.org/alternative-spring-break/

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On April 24 - 27, 2008, in Washington DC, you can join forces with other young conservation leaders to exchange ideas, get hands-on training, craft policy, and plan next steps in a small and powerful joint effort to strategize actions for a healthy planet. Register for the Summit now to make your voice heard and your views count as the 2008 national election approaches.

You will discuss important issues with major opinion leaders -- from Summit Keynote Speaker and climate champion Billy Parish to national environmental and social justice leader Iantha Gantt-Wright to the producers of The 11th Hour to Secretary of the Interior Dirk Kempthorne, and more.

It’s in DC, in the spring. The opening session is at the Department of Interior Great Hall, with the evening reception at the National Museum of the American Indian.

You will take part in an environmental service project in our nation’s Capital.

The fee for the four-day Summit is only $145.00 if you register by January 15th. It’s $185.00 after that. That includes lodging, food, and ground transportation once at the National 4-H Conference Center.

And if you get five people to register, or if you are a professor and you bring five of your students, your registration will be free!

Some schools like Sterling College in VT have even agreed to pay for a group of students to attend at no cost to the students!

If you are planning to attend, you will need to hurry as this summit will fill up fast. Please visit our website for more information.

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2C. Become an Academic Tutor or Conversational English Partner with GUTS

The Greater University Tutoring Service (GUTS) provides valuable services to a large portion of the student body at UW-Madison. It is a volunteer organization that provides services free of charge, which makes them easily accessible to all students. Currently GUTS is in need of tutors in many subjects. All tutoring requires only a 2-hour time commitment each week.

There are 2 types of academic tutoring at GUTS. The Academic Match program matches tutors with a small group from one specific class that will meet once a week at a set time and place. The Drop In program places tutors at a location of their choosing, where they can help students in whichever (and as many) subjects as they would like.

In addition to our academic tutoring, we also facilitate a Conversational English program. Conversational English is for students who would like improve their speaking ability in everyday situations and learn more about US culture. CE tutors will commit to two hours per week and after the first meeting the partners will decide when, where, and how often they want to meet. This is the most flexible GUTS program. Currently GUTS has 50 students waiting for a partner!

Please consider jumping onboard with GUTS and helping out your fellow students! If you are interested in becoming a tutor, please visit the GUTS website (http://www.guts.studentorg.wisc.edu) and follow the directions alongside the link, "Be a Tutor," and GUTS will take care of the rest. If you have any direct questions, feel free to email guts@rso.wisc.edu.
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2D. Student Activity Center Governing Board- At Large Appointee Positions Available, 5 Open Seats Available

The Student Activity Center (SAC) Governing Board is the governance body for the Student Activities Center, which is comprised of the 3rd and 4th floor of the University Square Development project at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

The SAC Governing Board will consist of the Chair of ASM, the Vice-Chair of ASM, one Student Council representative, one SSFC representative, and eight nominations-appointed representatives; ex-officio non-voting members shall consist of the ASM Director of Staff and Programs, the Student Organization Office Director, and the SAC Facilities Manager.

These positions will begin immediately and the term will last until May 2008. It is the job of the Governance Board to do the following:

Consequently, good verbal and communication skills, dedication, professionalism, and participation in student organizations and their events are important skills for an At-Large Appointee of the Student Activity Center Governing Board.

All SAC Governing Board decisions must be made in a View-Point Neutral manner. The political, religious or social beliefs of a particular organization may NOT be taken into account when allocating space. All students are encouraged to apply.

Applications are due Friday, February 1st, 2007 at 5PM in the ASM office, 511 Memorial Union.

PLEASE INCLUDE A ONE PAGE RESUME AND COVER LETTER WITH THIS APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

PLEASE ASK AN ASM STAFF MEMBER TO SIGN YOUR APPLICATION WITH THE DATE AND TIME.

The ASM Nominations Board will screen all applications and select candidates undergo an on-campus interview. Not all applicants will be selected for an interview. The Nominations Board recommends candidates to the Student Council, which debates and finally appoints the candidates.

Thank you for your interest.
Questions can be directed to Nicole Soulier, Nominations Board Chair:
Email: nssoulier@wisc.edu, Telephone: (608) 772-3775
For more information call the ASM office 265-4276 or visit www.asm.wisc.edu

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Position Announcement

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) has an immediate opening for a Coordinator within the Office of Student Involvement. We seek a dynamic and creative professional who believes in student development. UAB is a 38-year-old comprehensive, urban university and medical center that encompasses 82 city blocks and has a student enrollment of 16,000. UAB also is home to a large graduate school, a world-renowned health care complex and more than 70 research centers, focusing on such diverse issues as AIDS vaccines and aging to the environment, urban affairs, and telecommunications. UAB is located in Birmingham, the largest city in the state of Alabama with a population currently estimated at 242,820 and a metro population of 1,079,089. Birmingham is 13th among the largest southeastern metropolitan areas and represents 31% of Alabama's total payroll dollars.

General Overview: The Coordinator of Student Involvement (Student Affairs Spec I req. #07-12006) advises the Black Student Awareness Committee and the Concert and Comedy Committee of the University Programs Council. She/He
also advises National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) an umbrella organization for nine historically black, international Greek lettered fraternities and sororities. The successful candidate is responsible for adherence to program budgets, can handle multiple tasks simultaneously and has a firm grasp on student development. Some nights and weekends are required.

Requirements: This position requires a bachelor's degree in counseling, education, student personnel, higher education administration or a related field. A master's degree in one of the above fields is highly preferred. Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated skills in relating to and working with a student population in leadership programming and student
activities in higher education are required. One year of experience is preferred.

Hiring range: $30,015 - 35,000.

Anticipated Start Date: January 25, 2008

UAB offers a first-rate benefits package (one of the best in Birmingham) that includes health/dental/life coverage, generous paid vacation time, on-site childcare, tuition reimbursement, retirement savings plans and an exceptional learning environment that encourages growth.

Apply today by completing an application and submitting a resume through our online employment/hiring system found at
www.hrm.uab.edu<http://www.hrm.uab.edu/>. Search by Name (Student Affairs Spec I) and/or job #07-12006. We are an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer.

For any question, feel free to contact Thomas Alexander at 205.975.9509 or via email at thomas3@uab.edu<mailto:thomas3@uab.edu>

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3B. Internship Opportunities for Senator Feingold
Internship Opportunities available Spring Semester

The Feingold Senate Committee is seeking qualified and motivated interns for the Spring semester of 2008 in our Middleton campaign office. Interns are given a wide range of tasks and are guaranteed to learn a great deal about running a U.S. Senate campaign. Strong writing, research and organizational skills are required. Scheduling is extremely flexible. All internships are unpaid and require a commitment of 8 to 12 hours per week.

Space is limited. Send resume and cover letter ASAP to:
Cole Leystra
Feingold Senate Committee
leystra@russfeingold.org
(608) 831-7877
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3C. Research Assistantship Position Opening in Population Health Sciences

The Department of Population Health Sciences is seeking applicants interested in health care to fill a research assistant position starting immediately Spring 2008 semester. The successful candidate will be detail oriented, have strong organizational, writing, and database skills and be able to work independently. He or she should demonstrate solid skills in Microsoft Word and Excel. Previous experience on a research project or knowledge of basic study design, experience with Endnote, Access, SAS, Stata, HTML a plus. Duties include aiding faculty with ongoing research projects (see the web site at http://www.pophealth.wisc.edu/msmith/) including data coding, database maintenance, literature reviews, manuscript preparation, and general clerical (ordering supplies, copying, faxing, etc.).

Hours: Over the summer 15 up to 30+; School year: 15 to 25 per week. Continued employment Summer 2008 and beyond expected. Starting pay $8-10 per hour, based on experience.

Although this position does not, at this point, include tuition remission, if the department finds a superior candidate, they may be able to work that out.

To apply: send a resumé, an informal transcript and three references to Inna Larsen at ivlarsen@wisc.edu.

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Educational Consultant, Suffolk Upward Bound, Office of Academic Opportunity Programs

The position requires flexibility with work hours. Weekend (approximately twice monthly) and occasional evening work required, as well as travel within the service region during the work day. Contingent upon continuation of grant funding (currently funded through August 31, 2012). Requires a Bachelor’s degree in counseling, education or related field A Master’s degree is preferred. Demonstrated ability to work with and a strong commitment to the educational advancement of low-income, first generation students required. Must have demonstrated capability of being a team player and possess strong organizational, customer service, writing, and public speaking skills. Experience providing individual and group counseling using various assessment tools necessary.

Qualifications Preferred: Familiarity with SAT assessments, previous experience working with TRiO programs; familiarity with grant-funded programs and ability to work within federal and state guidelines; personal experience in overcoming academic and economic obstacles.

Educational Consultant, Suffolk McNair Program, Office of Academic Opportunity Programs

Qualifications Required: Master’s degree in counseling, education or related field preferred. Experience working in programs targeting talented, diverse, low-income first generation students will be considered. Demonstrated ability to work with and a strong commitment to the educational advancement of low-income, first generation students required. Must have demonstrated capability of being a team player and possess strong organizational, customer service, writing, and public speaking skills. Experience providing individual and group counseling using various assessment tools necessary.

Qualifications Preferred: Familiarity with graduate admission assessments, previous experience working with TRiO programs; familiarity with grant-funded programs and ability to work within federal and state guidelines; personal experience in overcoming academic and economic obstacles.

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree in counseling, education or related field. Demonstrated ability to work with and a strong commitment to the educational advancement of low-income, first generation students required. Must have demonstrated capability of being a team player and possess strong organizational, customer service, writing, and public speaking skills. Experience working in programs targeting talented, diverse, low-income first generation students will be considered. Demonstrated ability to work with and a strong commitment to the educational advancement of low-income, first generation students required.

Qualifications Preferred: Familiarity with graduate admission assessments, previous experience working with TRiO programs; familiarity with grant-funded programs (Upward Bound and McNair) and ability to work within federal and state guidelines; personal experience in overcoming academic and economic obstacles. The position is contingent upon continuation of grant funding (currently funded through August 31, 2012).

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Orientation & New Student Programs (ONSP) invites applicants for 18 undergraduate students to serve as New Student Leaders (NSLs) from Summer and Fall 2008. Serving as a New Student Leader will reward you with experiences and skills that will enhance your career and personal development. Each NSL plays a critical role in the success of the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s First Year Experience, including both SOAR and Wisconsin Welcome.

NSLs are selected based on their ability to work well with others, communicate effectively and commit to a rigorous schedule. NSLs must display public relations skills and maturity of judgment. Additionally, NSLs must be patient, flexible and ready and willing to learn. NSLs should be resourceful and have the potential for leadership.

If you or anyone you know is interested in this position, please visit http://newstudent.wisc.edu/employment/nsl.html for more information and to fill out the online application.

Sarah Wells
Orientation and New Student Programs
University of Wisconsin-Madison
21 N. Park St., Suite 6301
Madison, WI 53715
Phone: 608.263.3067
www.newstudent.wisc.edu

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Seeking students to proctor the American Council on Exercise fitness exams to students. The tests are administered by Castle Worldwide Testing service. They must be at least 21 years of age and able to read the proctor manual and pass a proctor certification exam. The position pays at Least $45.00 per session. A test session is from 12noon to 4pm (proctors are expected to be at the test site about 1 hour earlier to register candidates). Proctors also must not be affiliated with ACE in any way, which includes being an ACE certified fitness professional. The exams start on January 18th. They will typically run 2 Saturdays per month throughout the year. The first test is on a Friday because the computer lab (in the Animal Sciences bldg.) is closed on Saturdays during winter break.

Lori Devine
Fitness Director
University of Wisconsin
Recreational Sports
Southeast Recreational Facility
715 W. Dayton St.
Madison, WI 53715
Phone: (608) 262-4268
Fax: (608) 262-7152
devine@recsports.wisc.edu

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United Council is the State Student Association for the University of Wisconsin System representing over 110,000 students on 21 UW campuses. United Council is a non-profit, non-partisan, organization that lobbies, advocates, and organizes on higher education issues at the campus, state, and national level.

Develop strategy for and organize student-chosen events and campaigns statewide relating to gender based inequality

Provide assistance to students in pursuing campus-based programming goals and development of resources in regards to gender-based oppression;

Coordinate the activities of the (Gender &) Women’s Issues Committee, which is composed of United Council delegates with an interest in issues relating to gender-based inequalities;

Develop trainings and materials to develop students’ organizing skills & knowledge around gender based inequalities

Coalition and collaborate with other organizations with similar goals for the benefit for women-identified, female-assigned, gender variant & trans masculine students in the UW System

Discuss, research and investigate various issues, on the national, state, UW System, and campus level, relating to gender-based oppression

Plan and coordinate the Women’s Leadership Conference and Women’s Retreat in coordination with other staff and with the guidance of the (Gender &) Women’s Issues Committee

Collaborate with other Issues Directors in areas which address the intersections of underrepresented groups, collaborating closely with LGBTQ in areas particular to the trans community

Support student governments/organizations in grassroots organizing and related activities

Develop strategy and field organize for statewide campaigns and other organizational grassroots efforts

Work cooperatively on planning conferences, writing publications, building coalitions, visiting campuses, running funding referenda, and organizing other campaigns

Actively assist campuses with recruiting traditionally underrepresented students

Frequent instate travel, weekend work, late hours, and fundraising efforts are necessary

Coordinate committees, prepare agendas, position papers, testimonies, and other special projects

Experience working on higher education issues and participation in student activism

Grassroots organizing skills in: recruitment and retention, leadership development, advocacy/lobbying, strategic planning, and utilizing the media

Experience working collaboratively and independently and ability to adapt to a variety of situations

Experience working with diverse people and on traditionally underrepresented issues

SALARY AND BENEFITS: $26,707/year, paid vacation, paid holidays, health and dental insurance, and student loan reimbursement (if applicable).

HOW TO APPLY: Please send the application (available at www.unitedcouncil.net), a resume, cover letter, three references, and a 1-2 page writing sample to the address below by email (ed@unitedcouncil.net), fax (608.265.4070) or postal mail by 5pm, January 9, 2008. Mailing address is 14 W. Mifflin St., Suite 212, Madison, WI 53703. Interviews will be held TBA, in Madison, WI. Phone interviews available upon request. Additional materials may be requested.

Please contact Nicole Juan, Executive Director at 608-263-3422 ext 11 for specific job descriptions.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Women, people of color, people with disabilities and LGBTQ persons are encouraged to apply

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We are looking for bright, energetic, enterprising Juniors, Seniors or recent graduates who are interested in interning at ESSENCE during the Summer of 2008. If you know someone of that caliber, then please ask them to go click on www.essence.com/essence/jobs/internships/ for further information on the application process.

We offer a 9-week internship where students will receive on the job training that will enhance their education and begin to prepare them for a future career in the magazine industry.

The application deadline is December 31, 2007. All applications must be sent to:

Essence Magazine
Internship Coordinator,
135 West 50th Street,
4th Floor,
New York, NY 10020.

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The University of Chicago is currently accepting applications for a newly created Diversity Educator position. The Diversity Educator will develop, manage, facilitate, and promote training and development programs and events to increase the cultural sensitivity of student affairs staff, students, and faculty. Assess inclusion and define needs and opportunities to improve campus climate regarding diversity; identify and hire experts as needed. The position is listed on the University of Chicago’s website (https://jobopportunities.uchicago.edu <https://jobopportunities.uchicago.edu/> ) as req # 078160.

For more information: Ana Vázquez, Ph.D., avazquez@uchicago.edu, O-773-702-2724

http://omsa.uchicago.edu/

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ADMINISTRATIVE PROGRAM SPECIALIST (50%)
Teacher Quality Initiative
(3-Year Fixed Term Project)
Madison, WI

The University of Wisconsin System Administration (UWSA), Office of Academic and Student Services (ACSS), in collaboration with The American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU), is seeking candidates to fill a half-time, 3 year fixed term position of Administrative Program Specialist.

This individual will work on the Wisconsin’s Grassroots Teacher Quality Assessment (TQA) Model project. This project strives to:

Responsibilities: The individual in this position will report directly to the Co-Director of the TQA project, based at UW System Administration. This individual will provide specialized services associated in managing daily administrative activities related to the TQA project and TQA project management. The primary focus of this position is to assist Co-Directors with Project Management including duties such as: serve as liaison to campus-based research teams; facilitate schedules, develop, and ensure teams stay on project timelines; monitor campus progress; monitor and provide recommendations for corrective actions as appropriate; monitor budgets and allocate funds; develop, synthesize, and present technical reports; assist in identifying and ensuring adequate resources (staff, budget, etc.) for each team; manage website content, and; identify emerging trends related to project requirements, potential problems, and troubleshoot to resolve. The incumbent will also be responsible for coordinating communications between Campus-Based Teams and Advisory Boards.

Qualifications: A BA/BS degree minimum requirement along with at least three years of professional work experience, including project management, in one or more of the following: P-12 education or higher education teacher preparation or teacher professional development in the United States. Highly qualified candidates will also provide documentation from among the following:

A Masters Degree and/or experience in P-12 schools and professional development with teachers (pre-service or in-service) are preferred, but not required.

Conditions of Appointment: This is a half-time 3 year fixed term Academic Staff position. Starting full-time annual-equivalent salary will be set between $45,992 - $68,988, commensurate with experience and qualifications. (The position is anticipated to have funding for three years.) An excellent benefits package is included. This position will require periodic visits to various campuses across the state and travel to national conferences. Successful applicant must be able to spend an occasional night out of town. Anticipated start date is March 1, 2008. Special Note: The UW System conducts criminal background checks for final candidate(s).

To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be received by 4:30 p.m. CST, January 7, 2008. However, applications will continue to be accepted until the position has been filled. To apply, send a letter of application addressing the qualifications and experiences above, a comprehensive resume, the current contact information of at least three supervisory references, and a statement of whether you wish to have your application held in confidence or made available to the public upon request to: Ms. Demi Wiemann, Office of Human Resources and Workforce Diversity, at dwiemann@uwsa.edu. Complete materials should be submitted electronically as Microsoft Word or PDF attachments. Do not send application materials in the body of an email as formatting will be lost. (If you are unable to submit materials electronically in this format or have application questions, contact Demi Wiemann at 608-263-4390 or by email at the above address, for special arrangements.) Indicate where you saw our announcement.

Pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes, upon request we are required to provide a list of all nominees and applicants who have not requested in writing that their identity not be revealed. Persons agreeing to be final candidates will have their identity revealed as a final candidate.

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Full Time Housekeeping Position

YWCA is looking for a dependable individual to fill a full-time Housekeeping position with an excellent benefits package. Hours are 6:30 am-3 pm. Mon-Fri & ½ days alternate Saturdays. Duties range from basic housekeeping tasks, collecting trash, cleaning lobby, offices, resident floors, & preparing vacant rooms for rental. Candidates must support the mission of
YWCA: elimination of racism & empowerment of women; demonstrate cultural competency & the ability to work with diverse populations. People of color & those bilingual in English/Spanish are encouraged to apply. Interested persons should complete an application at the YWCA 101 E. Mifflin St. Madison, WI 53703 no later than 3 p.m. January 4, 2008. AA/EOE www.ywcamadison.org

For more information:

Danielle A. Dieringer, CAPSW
Director of Housing & Operations
Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Officer

YWCA of Madison
101 E. Mifflin St.
Madison, WI 53703

ph: 608.257.1436
fax: 608.257.1439
www.ywcamadison.org

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4A. 2 Credit Women of Color Course: Identity, Empowerment & Activism Course WS 199, available in the 2008 Spring Semester
Course Description:
A 2 credit Women’s Studies course exploring topics of privilege, oppression, contemporary issues, family and relationships, health and many others in a non-threatening environment. We are looking to have real conversations with real people. These topics, among others, will be explored in a non-hierarchical fashion. Apply Now! The class will be held Mondays from 7:15 PM to 9:15 PM. For more information e-mail uw.womenofcolor@gmail.com.

Avery Star Jackson
Smith House Fellow
(Resident Assistant)
University of Wisconsin-Madison
35 N. Park Street
Madison, WI 53715
(608) 264-4755
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4B. The First Annual Big Ten Conference on Black Student Leadership -January 25 - 28, 2008

The Ohio State University is proud to host The First Annual Big Ten Conference on Black Student Leadership! Our theme for the inaugural year is Bonded by Race, United by Vision, Striving Toward F.R.E.E.D.O.M (Financial, Reform, Education, Empowerment, Diversity, Opportunity, Mission).

We are working diligently to prepare an outstanding experience for both students and advisors. The conference will be held at the Fawcett Center, from January 25 - 28, 2008. To commemorate this inaugural event, we will feature major speakers, conference sessions, a gospel concert, social activities including a step-show, and advisor workshops.

Conference planning has been a collaboration between many offices including: the Office of Student Affairs, the Office of University Housing, the Multicultural Center, the Office of Minority Affairs, and the Student Wellness Center. If you or your office would like to get involved here are a few ways:

To learn more about these opportunities please visit the conference website at http://bigtencbsl.osu.edu

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2008 California Lead Organizers Institute: Now Accepting Applications!

The Center for Third World Organizing and the UC Berkeley Labor Center are proud to offer the 4th annual California Lead Organizers Institute (CLOI)* for lead organizers, organizing directors, and/or anyone who is responsible for supervising and developing staff in labor and community organizations.

CLOI develops organizers’ skills in staff and member leadership development, strategic campaign planning, accountability systems in the workplace, and coalition building.

The year-long program begins with a week-long training at the San Juan Bautista Retreat Center on March 3rd-7th.

To apply, please complete the attached application and send it to marialaborcenter@yahoo.com by January 25th 2008.

For more information contact Maria Abadesco at (510) 643-1573, marialaborcenter@yahoo.com or Jackie Byers at (510)533-7583,jbyers@cwto.org.

Maria Abadesco                                          Jackie Byers
UC Berkeley Labor Center                          CTWO
2521 Channing Way                                    1218 E. 21st Street
Berkeley, CA 94720                                    Oakland, CA 94602

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This is an opportunity for you to go into actual law school classes and see how they are conducted.

We encourage you to take advantage of this, as it serves as a great resource in figuring out what field you may want to study in the future.

What we want you to do is create a list of classes that you would like to attend. If you do not know of specific classes, then name the field you are interested in.

With the list that is gathered, we will work directly with Dean Mike Hall in getting permission for us to attend these classes.

This event will take place next semester. Send all lists to Sterling Williams at swilliams001@gmail.com

To become a member contact Chelsea Cervantes at uwseals@gmail.com

For more information about seals visit our website at
seals.rso.wisc.edu

The mission of S.E.A.L.S is to provide resources for, but not exclusively to, underrepresented minority students at the University of Wisconsin-Madison who are interested in law and/or a legal career, as well as anyone interested in minority legal issues. S.E.A.L.S aims to expand the participation of groups who have traditionally been underrepresented as lawyers. To best serve students, S.E.A.L.S offers a number of resources for minority students to enhance their academic and civic credentials for successful entry into law schools across the country. Most importantly, S.E.A.L.S desires to maintain an environment where collaboration and respect among those students who aspire to be a part of the legal profession is fostered.

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4E. Support OMAI and First Wave Scholarship Fund
Have you ever been inspired by a young poet here in Madison? Seen the power of hip-hop to bring together students, parents, and professors? As the year is closing, we are asking you - our friends, family, and supporters - to show your support for OMAI and the First Wave students who have amazed and challenged us all. Whether it's $10 or $1,000, your donation will go a long way to supporting First Wave scholarships and programs like Passing the Mic, Cinefest, and the annual Teen Poetry Slam.
Donate now here!
Office of Multicultural Arts Initiatives (OMAI)
357 Bascom Hall
500 Lincoln Dr
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 890-1006
www.omai.wisc.edu

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4F. Queer People of Color Summit “Pulling the Pieces Together.” - February 29 and March 1 2008

This February, United Council of UW Students, a non profit organization representing over 110,000 students in the UW System, will host the Mid West Queer People of Color Summit. This Summit will offer students from across the region an opportunity to explore new ideas and develop practical, productive organizing skills. The workshops offered at the QPOC Summit address topics spanning race, sexual identity, class, ethnicity, ability and religion. This year’s Queer People of Color Summit theme is “Pulling the Pieces Together.” There comes a time in all of our lives where we have to figure out who we are. We are not the myriad labels heaped on us from birth such as sister, or brother. We develop a sense of power when we aim to outwardly and openly define ourselves. It is because we are all unique that not only when we develop an authentic sense of self, we simultaneously build a sense of true diversity. It is all of the parts of the puzzle that help comprise our complete picture.

With this is mind we come together in Madison, to jumpstart the effort to develop deep and meaningful understanding of ourselves and each other. It is through this understanding we can foster peaceful, productive, and long lasting alliances. But we must start in our own campus mall, quad, and yard.

We invite you to this years QPOC Empowerment summit On February 29 and March 1 2008. some feature workshops include Elections Action Training for our community, QPOC and POC where do you fit in? and A Premier screening of U PEOPLE a new film by Sucka for life and Firsthand Films. Check out clips of the movie at www.afterellen.com. So if you want to come learn about yourself, your community and how to change what you see is wrong.

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--Queer Emerging Leaders Program, Spring 2008
Informational Meeting, Thursday, January 31st,
6pm, Memorial Union TITU

The Queer Emerging Leaders Program will be hosting their spring information session on Thursday, January 31st at 6pm in the Memorial Union, TITU. QELP has been specifically developed to focus on the leadership needs of LGBT students. All workshop are focused around queer topics: coming out, being out in the workplace, organizing across identity lines, etc. Students who participate in this 8-week series will benefit in an variety of ways, from developing their leadership skills to meeting new friends!

--- LGBT Student Leadership Institute
January 25-27, 2008

Join us for the 2008 Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Ally Student Leadership Institute on January 25-27, 2008, at Easter Seals Camp Waubeek, Wisconsin Dells. Food and transportation provided. The goal of the Leadership Institute is to develop future leaders for campus. Applications are due by 5pm on Friday, December 10, 2007. For more information and to download an application: www.wisc.edu/lgbt

--- Midwest Bisexual, Lesbian, Gay, Transgender and Ally College Conference

The LGBT CC and a coalition of other campus entities is planning to submit a bid to host the Midwest Bisexual, Lesbian, Gay, Transgender and Ally College Conference in Feb. of 2010, and student participation is needed! Between 1000-1500 participants attend this regional conference each year, and it last hosted in Madison in 1999, so it's time! Join our planning committee by contacting Maren at greathouse@wisc.edu and letting her know of your interest.

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The Hire Big10+ Consortium is hosting an event called Diversity in Communications on February 15, 2008 in Chicago! We are able to send 15 students from UW-Madison to this event, and there are still spots available! The event is designed to expose students to career paths and companies in the fields of advertising, journalism, public relations and marketing.

. Students are required to submit an application along with a one-page resume and a one-page summary detailing the his or her interest in this event. We encourage all students to apply! Event details and submission deadlines are included. All completed applications should be emailed directly to Jamie Marsh, Business Career Center, at jmarsh@bus.wisc.edu by January 11, 2008.

Diversity in Communications
Event Date: Friday, February 15, 2008
Application Deadline: Friday, January 11, 2008

Please contact Jamie Marsh with any questions at jmarsh@bus.wisc.edu or 608.262.2810.

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The Multicultural Student Center
Office of the Dean of Students
2nd Floor, "The Old Red Gym," 716 Langdon St., Madison, Wisconsin, 53706-1495
Tel: (608) 262-4503 & Fax: (608) 263-3912