Happy Week 9 Beavs! Don’t forget the deadline to S/U a course is this Monday, March 8th. To do so, follow these steps and the form will be sent to your advisor. Make sure to do it sooner rather than later so it can be processed in time. Have a great week!
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Important Dates
- Term Dates: January 4 – March 12
- Phase 1 Registration: February 21 – March 10
- Phase 2 Registration: March 11 – April 4
- Last day to S/U a course: March 8 by 5:00 pm (new deadline)
- Withdraw from a course: March 12 by 11:59 pm
- Finals week: March 15-19
Highlights
Racial Aikido & Examining White Identity Applications Live
Looking for ways to get more involved in advancing social justice education on campus? The following events are open to all OSU students!
Racial Aikido explores the experiences of Students of Color (SOC) at OSU and beyond. The focus for the 2021 experience is on community-building, the recognition of identity and racism, and response and replenishment to these realities. The goal is to build a supportive network to learn and thrive at OSU and beyond. Racial Aikido will be a completely remote experience this year, using Zoom to facilitate the event. The final details are still being confirmed on the schedule. We will likely meet on Friday, March 26 at 4-6pm PST and on Saturday, March 27 at 9am-3pm PST with multiple breaks in-between that time. The priority deadline for application is Friday, March 12. Applications will be accepted until the retreat is full. Check out the application here.
The series “Examining White Identity” will be taking place on Tuesday, March 30, April 6, or April 13 from 5-7pm PST. This 3-part virtual series is designed for White-identified students to deepen their understanding of and commitment to racial justice work and anti-racism practice. This offering is a part of a movement to grow a community of White-identified students committed to racial justice at OSU. Learn more and apply here by our priority deadline of Friday, March 12th. Applications will be accepted until the series is full.
Job Opportunity: Diversity Learning Assistant
UHDS is in the process of hiring a Diversity Learning Assistant for the 2021-2022 school year. This position requires a commitment to the principles of and action for social justice. Diversity Learning Assistants (DLA) are live-in part-time (15-hour), student employees of Diversity Initiatives & Programs within the department of University Housing and Dining Services (UHDS). DLAs are responsible for building inclusive, overlapping and collaborative relationships between residents, UHDS staff and the campus through the development, execution, evaluation, and promotion of social justice education. This is accomplished through dialogues, bulletin boards, hall engagement, and by serving as a UHDS ambassador to campus partners who work to build a socially just campus through resources, services, and programs. Compensation includes a furnished residence hall room on the OSU campus, a student staff meal plan for Fall, Winter, and Spring Term, and a $300 per term stipend. The application closes on Sunday, March 7, and you can review the full position description here.
SHS Student Health Advisory Board
Oregon State’s Student Health Advisory Board is now recruiting students to join! This board serves as a link between Student Health Services and the student community here at OSU. They are looking for students who express the desire to promote health and well-being through health equity and advocacy of the Oregon State University community, and express interest in health policy and the administrative side of healthcare. For more information and to access the application, please visit their website. Further questions can be directed to Amy Frasieus. Members will be recruited on a rolling basis.
Academic Year 2021-2022 Scholarships: Deadline Extension
Are you looking for scholarships to help pay for your tuition and fees next school year? This year, you will be able to search for both OSU scholarships and external (non-OSU) scholarships using ScholarDollars. The application deadline was extended and will now close March 8, 2021 for the College of Public Health and Human Sciences. Start your application now and don’t wait until the last minute! All submitted CPHHS applications will be carefully reviewed by a committee of CPHHS faculty members across the college, and once your application is submitted, you won’t be able to edit it. Additionally, if you are an AY20-21 CPHHS scholarship recipient, your scholarship award(s) is not renewable, so we encourage everyone to apply for the AY21-22 scholarships. If you have any questions regarding the CPHHS undergraduate scholarships, please feel free to email our scholarship coordinator, Niddy Lindsley.
In regards to the extended deadline, more scholarships are being added, including CPHHS scholarships. Please watch for the weekly newsletter from ScholarDollars. The newsletter will tell you how many newly-matched scholarship opportunities you qualify for. Yes, this also includes those who already submitted the application – there are possibly more scholarships you qualify for. Be sure to log into ScholarDollars and check your ONID for the newsletter with more information.
COVID Emergency Funding for Students
The Federal government just passed another round of emergency funding to help students with their costs and emergency needs. In addition to Corvallis-based students, Ecampus students are eligible this time around. To view the eligibility requirements and the application, visit the Office of Financial Aid’s website.
Syracuse University Research Experience for Undergrads
The Undergraduate Trauma Research training program at Syracuse University, SUNY Oswego, and SUNY Upstate Medical University is accepting applications for an NSF Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program. This summer research program prepares undergraduate student Veterans, and a limited number of non-Veterans, for future graduate school and research careers working in the general area of trauma and PTSD. The program has faculty experts in psychology, genetics, neurobiology, physiology, sociology, demography, and public health aspects of trauma and PTSD. Students take short courses in statistics, research methods and research ethics. Students will also have 1-on-1 mentorship from a faculty member to develop their own research project and financial support to present their project at a conference. The program will be held virtually this year and run from May 24 – July 1, with short orientation events starting May 10. Applications are due February 27th and up to 10 applicants will be selected to participate in the program. Program participants will receive a stipend of $3,370. More information can be found on their website. If you wish to discuss or receive more information, please contact Janet Wilmoth.
Leadership Workshop: Pathways of Public Service & Civic Engagement
Looking for more ways to better the world around you? Civic engagement is about acting on a mindset centered around a sense of social responsibility to better the larger world. This workshop sheds light on the numerous pathways students can take to have a greater impact on issues and causes they care about. Discover the pathways you can take to become more engaged in larger social change! The event will be taking place Tuesday, February 23rd, 2021 from 4:00-5:00 PM. Register to receive Zoom details, or check out the Community Engagement & Leadership homepage for more information.
Spring 2021 Course: Marine Policy in the US
Are you still looking for another class to register for in the spring? Consider signing up for “Marine Policy in the United States”, PPOL 448 (CRN 57905) and PPOL548 (CRN 57906). This course introduces students to the history, rationale, achievements, and gaps in American ocean policy from the early Republic through the present. Students will acquire foundational tools of policy analysis and problem-solving, and will synthesize and apply their knowledge creatively to proposals for integrated policy solutions to specific contemporary marine issues. There is no final examination, no required textbook, and no prerequisites. The class focuses on working hard and improving research, analysis and writing skills. Anyone interested should sign up as soon as possible. The class tends to have a smallish group (usually under 20) which significantly enhances the learning experience and helps form lasting relationships. However, if people wait too long and/or the class doesn’t meet minimum enrollment, it could be canceled by the end of March. Be sure to ask your advisor about it or contact Holly Campbell if you’re interested!
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