HCSA Events This Week
TODAY/ WEEKLY! Honors College Student Association Meeting
Meet other students, volunteer, practice leadership, plan events or get involved with the Honors College this fall! The Honors College Student Association holds general meetings every Monday from 5 to 6 p.m. in LInC 314. We’re looking for new students to join the leadership team and have specific positions open for first-year students! Come learn more about HCSA! All HC students are welcome to join.
NEW! SYNC – Cohort Connections
Second year and transfer students! Join the HC and get connected to fellow students, to the Honors College and to the resources at OSU. Please join us on Tuesday, October 11 from 5 to 6 p.m. in LINC 228 for our kick-off event. There will be light refreshments and prizes for all attendees.
NEW! Honors College Fall Festivity!
You won’t want to miss this event! Join us on Wednesday, Oct. 12 from 4-6 p.m. for food, drinks, games, music, raffles, prizes and more. This annual tradition is a chance for the entire Honors College community to celebrate the start of the academic year. RSVP here.
NEW! Pumpkin Patch
Join HC students visiting Davis Family Farm and get a free small pumpkin on Sunday, Oct. 23. There will be transportation from the LINC starting at 2:30 p.m. — or drive yourself and meet us there at 3 p.m.!
NEW! National and Global Scholarships Info Night!
Have you ever thought about studying or doing research abroad during or after your degree? There are scholarships for that! LeAnn Adam and Becca Otto from the National and Global Scholarships Advising Office invite students to join them in Sackett Hall for a chat about scholarship opportunities available both in college and beyond. Come enjoy refreshments and cookies, learn about which scholarships might be a good fit for you, and figure out how to apply. The event is Tuesday, Oct. 25, from 5 to 6 p.m. in the F/G lounge in Sackett Hall.
NEW! Study Strategies for ADHD Awareness Month
In honor of ADHD awareness month, HCSA is holding an event on October 20 at 5 p.m. in LInC 345 that discusses science-backed study strategies for academic success and how it can help students with ADHD and other attention deficit disorders. There will be a presentation from Dr. Jacqueline Goldman, professor of psychology and an expert in learning strategies. A study break will follow the presentation to practice these study strategies. There will be plenty of snacks and drinks, so bring your friends and bring your homework! Sign up for this event here.
HC Announcements and Events
Reception with OSU President Jayathi Murthy and the Honors College Board of Regents
On Friday, October 21, as a part of the fall meeting of the Honors College Board of Regents, the college’s external leadership group, there is an afternoon reception in the SLUG with new OSU President Jayathi Murthy beginning at 3:30 p.m. Students, faculty, staff and other community members are welcome to attend. Contact Kevin Stoller (kevin.stoller@oregonstate.edu) if you are interested in attending!
Download the HC Community Connector App
Curious about upcoming Honors College events? Now you can see what’s going on in the palm of your hand with the HC Community Connector app. You can browse and register for upcoming events, receive updates and reminders for events you’re interested in and never miss an opportunity for fun or free food! Follow the link here to download the app today.
TODAY! The Non-Linear Approach to Medical School – A Discussion with HC alum Mickaila Johnston ’98
All Honors College students are invited to a Zoom conversation with Honors College alum Mickaila Johnston on Monday, October 10 from 12-12:50 p.m. on “The Non-Linear Approach to Medical School.” Mickaila grew up in Bend, Oregon, and enlisted in the Navy immediately after graduating in 1988. After a few years serving aboard submarines out of San Diego, he came to Oregon State, graduating in 1998 with his H.B.S. in radiation health physics. He then matriculated to the military’s medical school in Bethesda, Maryland (the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences). Since graduating with his M.D., he’s served in Naval Special Forces, Army Special Forces, on submarines and in hospitals all around the world. To RSVP for this conversation and get a Zoom link, contact Kevin Stoller (kevin.stoller@oregonstate.edu).
THIS WEEK! Student and Faculty Trivia Night
On Wednesday, October 12 at 6 p.m. in the Sackett F/G Lounge, come compete against Honors College staff and students to win a game of Kahoot! Pizza will be offered for everyone, and the winners will receive a prize that will be announced at the event. The purpose of this event is to get to know your fellow students and faculty of the Honors College, so feel free to bring a friend! Make sure to RSVP here!
THIS WEEK! Stage 3 Thesis Proposal Studio
Have a thesis mentor but need an extra nudge completing and submitting your thesis proposal? Befuddled by the thesis proposal, agreement or timeline? Stop by LInC 345 on Thursday, Oct. 13 from 5-6 p.m. to receive guidance and consult and learn from your peers about the thesis proposal process. Bring your ideas, questions and, if available, a draft of your proposal. Two other workshops will be offered in weeks 6 & 9 on Zoom.
NEW! Career Development Center Event
Join the Honors College and the Career Development Center on Wednesday, Oct. 26 at 3 p.m. in LInC 307. Karla Rockhold will talk about how and where to highlight your unique HC experiences on your cover letters and resumes/CVs. RSVP through the HC Community Connector app or by emailing bailey.garvin@oregonstate.edu.
NEW! Fall Term Faculty Research Showcases
Mark your calendars for fall term’s Faculty Research Showcases! The Faculty Research Showcases are an excellent way to connect with faculty members, learn more about their research and potentially get involved in projects that could be the basis of an HC thesis. Even if you don’t yet feel ready to begin research or are not sure about your interests, attending these events help you to explore opportunities and make connections. Register here.
College of Engineering: Wednesday, October 26, 4-5:30, ILLC 155
Colleges of Science, Pharmacy, Vet Med, and Public Health and Human Sciences: Tuesday November 8, 4-5:30, LINC 228
If you are looking for additional research ideas or opportunities, check out the Potential HC Research Opportunities.
NEW! HC Study Groups
Need a little help in your classes or want to brush up on your knowledge? Join a study group!
Physics study groups are Wednesdays at 5 p.m. in LInC 360 and Thursdays at 1 p.m. in LInC 350.
Chemistry study groups are Mondays at 5 p.m. in the Sackett office near the F/G wing, Tuesdays at 3:30 in LInC 345, Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m. in West first floor lounge and Wednesdays at 5 p.m. in the Sackett office.
Biology study groups are Mondays at 1 p.m. in LInC 343 and Thursdays at 4 p.m. in LInC 345.
Math study groups are Mondays, at 4 p.m. in LInC 360, Tuesdays at 5 p.m. in LInC 360, Wednesdays at 5 p.m.in LInC 350 and Thursdays at 4 p.m. in LInC 360.
Keep an eye out for the writing study group hours — coming soon!
The HC College Academic Advising Page has been Updated
The Honors College Academic Advising Canvas page had some big updates this summer. Whether you are in your first term with the HC or graduating in the next term or two, this page has helpful information for every HC student. Updates include graduation and thesis submission checklists, resources for each thesis stage and task, drop-in advising schedule and more. Be sure to check it out! If you are not able to access this page, email uhcadvisor@oregonstate.edu.
Submit Nomination for Student Spotlight
The HC is currently accepting nominations for students to feature in the Student Spotlight series. If you know of a student who you think deserves recognition submit their name and the reason for the nomination here.
Scholarship & Financial Aid Opportunities
HC Differential Tuition Emergency Grant
The Honors College encourages students experiencing unusual financial challenges to apply for a one-term Honors College Differential Tuition and Emergency Grant of $500. This is not a scholarship and is designed to provide short-term, immediate support. Contact bailey.garvin@oregonstate.edu or an Honors College advisor with questions.
HC Experiential Award Application
Honors students who have submitted a thesis proposal are eligible to apply for an Honors Experiential Scholarship of up to $750 in support of participation at a professional conference or engagement in thesis research. Contact Kevin Stoller at kevin.stoller@oregonstate.edu with questions.
Professional Development & Job Opportunities
THIS WEEK! Getting a Dam Job Workshops
Join the the Career Development Center for their virtual fall workshops. To sign up, go to the Career Development Center website or sign into your Handshake account.
–Winning Resumes and Cover Letters Tuesday, Oct. 11 at 4 p.m.
–How to Apply for Government Jobs (with government recruiters!) Wednesday, Oct. 12 at 4 p.m.
–Find and Get An Internship
Finding and successfully applying for an internship can seem intimidating, especially if you feel like you don’t have a large network of professionals who can provide you with guidance and insights regarding internships in your field. This workshop will discuss strategies to help you develop your network, utilize internship search resources and put together a strong internship application. Join on Thursday, Oct. 13 from noon-1 p.m. Register here.
NEW! Fall Career and Internship Fairs
Looking for a summer job, an internship, or the opportunity that will launch your career? Now is the time to connect with some of the best employers in the country at the 2022 Fall Career & Internship Fair. You can network with more than 50 businesses, non-profits, government agencies and grad schools who are currently seeking Oregon State students and recent grads. This event brings hundreds of professionals together in one spot, giving you the chance to ask questions about fields and industries you’re interested in, build your professional network, and even apply for jobs and internships on the spot. The Fall Career and Internship Fair will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 19 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at CH2M Alumni Center. You can sign up via Handshake here. The Virtual Fall Career and Internship Fair will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 25 from 12 to 3 p.m. You can sign up via Handshake here.
Apply for the University of Central Florida’s Engineering and Computer Science PhD Program
The College of Engineering and Computer Science (CECS) at the University of Central Florida (Orlando, FL, USA) is renewing its Early Action opportunity for individuals considering beginning their PhD studies in the fall 2023 academic semester. Any individual completing a new application for a CECS PhD program by Tuesday, November 1 will receive an application fee waiver. The link to begin an application is available here. More information about the program is available here. Any questions can be directed to cecsgrad@ucf.edu.
Join the University Legislative Scholars Program
The University Legislative Scholars (ULS) is a year-long experiential learning program that enables students to engage in public policy issues at the state level while also increasing student advocacy in the Oregon legislative process. Program participants interact directly with state legislators, advocates, legislative staff and other public policy practitioners who are actively involved in Oregon’s State Legislature. Visit the University Legislative Scholars Website here for more information and how to apply.
Research Assistants Needed for the Kindergarten Readiness Research Program
This research program has a federal grant to scale up and test the efficacy of the Red Light, Purple Light (RLPL) movement and music self-regulation intervention in preschool children. More information on RLPL can be found here. They are looking for undergraduate research assistants who are interested in working with young children in school settings and learning about research and education in the real world. For more information and to apply click the link here or email kreadiness@oregonstate.edu.
Boeing Internships and Job Opportunities
Boeing has now posted regional requisitions for Summer 2023 engineering internships, as well as entry-level roles starting Winter/Spring. These are “hub” requisitions, meaning that they will be used to generate a candidate pool from which organizations across the company can hire. These jobs and internships are regional and have differing application due dates.
Regional Intern Evergreens:
Northwest – :Engineering Internship Program Summer 2023 – Northwest Region
Northeast – : :Engineering Internship Program Summer 2023 – Northeast Region
Southwest – :Engineering Internship Program Summer 2023 – Southwest Region
Southeast – :Engineering Internship Program Summer 2023 – Southeast Region
Central – :Engineering Internship Program Summer 2023 – Central Region
Regional Entry Evergreens:
Northwest – : Entry Level Engineering Positions – Northwest Region
Northeast -:Entry Level Engineering Positions – Northeast Region
Southwest – Entry Level Engineering Positions – Southwest Region:
Southeast – :Entry Level Engineering Positions – Southeast Region
Central – :Entry Level Engineering Positions – Central Region
Campus-Wide Opportunities
NEW & THIS WEEK! John Grade Sculpture
Volunteers are needed October 10-12 to assist the John Grade Studio team in assembling four thousand clusters of spine-like “cones” that will swarm together to define the shape of a new sculpture. Volunteers will be working to string each of the small spines onto wire to compose each cone’s unique makeup. The work will be outdoors, under cover. Groups and individuals are welcome. For more information on the artist: www.johngrade.com For more information about the project, contact Joy Jenson, joy.jensen@oregonstate.edu Sign up for a shift here.
THIS WEEK! Submit to Scribendi for the Chance to Win $250!
Once again, it is Scribendi submission time! Scribendi is a literary magazine that is conceptualized, designed, edited and produced by honors students just like you. It includes works of short fiction, creative nonfiction, poetry, visual art, open media, photography and foreign language created by honors students from across the country. The submission deadline for this year is Friday,October 14, so make sure you get your submissions in before then! PLUS, by submitting, you will have a chance to be published in a nationally recognized magazine and a chance at winning a $250 cash prize! Click here to submit!
Marine Logo Design Contest
Are you artistic? Do you love science? Do you want to win $250? If any of these questions have piqued your interest, read on! For the last three years, fishermen along the Oregon coast have partnered with scientists at OSU to collect dissolved oxygen observations from inside their crab pots. We have been calling this project Fishermen Investigating Seasonal Hypoxia — or FISH. You can learn more about the project at our website fishresearch.net. We are looking for a logo that we can put on hats, stickers, etc. for the project. The best logo will be chosen by the artwork selection committee, and the winner will receive an amazon gift card for $250! The contest period closes on Friday, October 21 at 11:59 p.m. Please use this google form to upload artwork. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Linus Stoltz stoltzl@oregonstate.edu.
Submissions Needed for the Student Resources Digest!
The Student Resources Digest mailings will be starting again soon. This effort is one way that we work collaboratively to make students aware of services and resources available to them. We collect submissions from campus partners, compile them into a digest and mail them to you every two weeks of the term. Click here for an example digest from last fall. We’re now live and collecting submissions for fall term. Fall can be a great time to describe the services you offer and how to access them, even if you’re not announcing anything new or any date-specific events. To submit Digest content, use this Google form. If you have questions or comments about this effort, please contact Anna Bentley anna.bentley@oregonstate.edu or Clare Creighton at clare.creighton@oregonstate.edu.
HC Resources
These resources are available throughout the term.
- The Honors College main office in LInC 450 is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. HC staff is on hand during business hours to assist with questions, help with scheduling appointments or just chat and share some free candy. You can also get in touch with the main office by contacting honors.college@oregonstate.edu or by calling 541.737.6400.
- The student computer lab and lounge (the SLUG) on the third floor of LInC 340 will be open:
- Monday-Thursday – 7:30 a.m.-9:00 p.m.
- Friday – 7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
- Saturday – noon- 6:00 p.m.
- Sunday – 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.
These resources are available throughout the term.
“Forgot Your Lunch?” Station Available in SLUG
The Honors College is back with a “Forgot Your Lunch?” station for you to have a snack or light lunch if you ever need it. Whether you need food because you forgot your lunch, are low on money or simply need a snack, please help yourself to this free resource. The resource is self-serve and can be accessed any time that the SLUG is open in the kitchen area.
West & Sackett Drop-In Office Hours
Bailey Garvin and Courtney Lira, the Honors College Student Engagement Coordinators, will be hosting office hours throughout fall term. Stop by if you have any questions regarding the Honors College, HCSA, how to get involved or just need general advice and someone to talk to! Drop-in hours will start week 1 and will be posted in each Monday Message and on the HC office doors in West & Sackett.
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