Paid position at the Transfer Student Center (TSC)

Job Title: Transfer Student Assistant
Salary: $11.00 hourly- Federal Work Study preferred
Hours per Week: Flexible, 10-20 hours (may not exceed 20 hours/week)

Description:
This position is in the Transfer Student Center (TSC), which is part of the Office of Admissions. The TSC offers engagement activities to newly admitted and current transfer students. Additionally, we provide information and assistance to prospective transfer students applying to The University of Arizona. An important part of the success of the Center is the involvement of the Transfer Student Assistants (TSAs). TSAs serve as points of contact and resources in the TSC, responding to prospective and current transfer student questions and concerns, engaging with transfer students at events, and coordinating activities designed to build community and facilitate students’ transition to the UA campus.
Responsibilities:
• Greet and welcome prospective and current transfer students to the Center
• Answer inquiries via phone and email
• Provide administrative and front desk support
• Assist with Center programs and workshops
• Plan events and activities in the TSC
• Design promotional materials and market events
• Post updates about TSC events and UA campus/Tucson activities on social media pages
• Help coordinate Faculty Fellow events and activities
• Maintain and update TSC resource bulletin board
• Become knowledgeable about campus resources available to transfer students
• Seek information and resources of value and interest to transfer student population for distribution
• Promote TSC programs and activities across campus
• Maintain a professional and welcoming environment
• Other duties as assigned by the Director, Program Coordinator, and/or Graduate Assistant
Qualifications:
• Continuing, current, full-time UA transfer students with an interest in serving transfer students
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75
• Must be available for weekly staff meetings Fridays at 8am
• Independent initiative, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and high reliability
• Commitment to creating a welcoming and positive academic/social environment for the diverse transfer student population
• Federal work-study required
• Must be able to meet requirements to become HOV certified – (You must be at least 19 years old with a minimum of three years licensed driving experience. )
Preferred Qualifications:
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Experience planning events
• Experience designing promotional and marketing materials
How to Apply:
Application: https://goo.gl/forms/DlUh47WcAMDdBkPK2 Application materials can be dropped off in person at the Transfer Student Center, located in the Student Union Memorial Center, Suite 402 (open Monday-Friday from 9am – 5pm) Applications will be accepted until 5 p.m., Friday, December 7th
Questions can be directed to Daniel Viramontes at viramontes09@email.arizona.edu

Summer Research Opportunity at Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine (WFIRM).

The Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine is offering fellowships for its 2019 Undergraduate Summer Scholar Research Program. The ability to engineer functional tissues and organs in the laboratory requires the coordinated expertise of many disciplines including cell and molecular biology, chemistry, engineering, and physiology. Through its Summer Scholars Program, the Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine (WFIRM) offers undergraduate students opportunities to experience this exciting, multidisciplinary research firsthand. The program will be held from Monday, June 3, 2019 through Friday, August 9, 2019. Students accepted to the program will carry out research under the supervision of prominent biomedical scientists, write a research summary, conduct an oral presentation, and have the opportunity to see their work published. The program includes: - Individually tailored research with faculty mentor(s) - Short courses and seminars on alternating topics in regenerative medicine - Professional development workshops - Social and networking events - Graduate and medical school advising Selected scholars receive a $5,000 stipend for the 10-week period. The program is competitive. Applicants should be undergraduates pursuing degrees in engineering, bioengineering, biotechnology, chemistry, computer science, mathematics, biology, premedicine, and related fields to be eligible and must have a cumulative GPA of 2.85 or higher (on the 4.0 scale). They must have completed at least two semesters of undergraduate education and be at least 18 years of age by the first day of the program. International students who currently have a J-1 or F-1 visa and who are already attending school in the United States are eligible to apply. The main criteria for the selection of summer scholars will be personal scholarship and academic excellence and the match of applicant interests with those of participating researchers. In addition to the completed online application and personal statements, please submit the following documentation: - An official transcript of your undergraduate study to date - Two letters of recommendation; these may be requested from professors related to your major, an advisor, and/or department chair. Applicants can apply online at: http://wfirm.org. Deadline for applications is January 4, 2019. Questions? Email us at summerscholar@wakehealth.edu or contact us by phone: Joan F. Schanck, MPA, Program Director, at 336-713-1201.

Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP) Workshop for 2019

The Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP) provides students interested in health careers the opportunity for a transformative summer experience.  SHPEP connects opportunity with student success. The FREE six-week summer enrichment program helps college students enhance their academic proficiency and career development opportunities in a health profession. Participation in the summer enrichment program may better position students for acceptance into advanced degree programs.

To be eligible, you must:

•          Be a U.S. citizen, a permanent resident, or an individual granted deferred action for childhood arrivals (DACA) status by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services;

•          Be a college freshman or sophomore at the time of application,

•          Have a minimum GPA of 2.5; and

•          Identify with a group that is underrepresented in the health professions.  These students include, but are not limited to, individuals who identify as African American/Black, American Indian and Alaska Native and Hispanic/Latino, and who are from communities of socioeconomic and educational disadvantage.

Applications for the 2019 summer program will open on December 1, 2016 and close on February 15.

SHPEP is implemented at 12 universities across the nation. Each institution provides scholars with academic enrichment in the basic sciences and math, clinical experiences, career development activities, learning and study skills seminars, and a financial planning workshop. Program sites vary on how they deliver each of these required components and their program start date.

•          Medical

•          Dental

•          Nursing

•          Pharmacy

•          Public Health

•          Optometry

•          Physician Assistant

•          Physical Therapy

Learn more about SHPEP by attending a workshop with UA SHPEP Alumni scheduled for:

Wednesday, December 5, 2019

The University of Arizona

Cesar Chavez 104

6:00 pm -7:00 pm

Can’t make it to the workshop, here’s another opportunity to learn more about SHPEP.  Webinar – An Inside Look into the Summer Health Professions Education Program on December 6

Are you a pre-health student interested in applying for a free summer, career-enrichment opportunity? Join this kick-off webinar to hear about this educational opportunity directly from our program scholars. You’ll also receive tips and tools for a successful 2019 SHPEP application. Attendees also have the opportunity to ask questions regarding the SHPEP admissions process.

https://aamc.elevate.commpartners.com/p/SHPEPSeries

For more information, contact Josie Gin Morgan at 520-621-7763 or email josiegin@email.arizona.edu or Gissel Heraldez, 2018-19 SHPEP Ambassador for UA gheraldez@email.arizona.edu

Pre-Health Professions Student Volunteers for Feb 2019 Health Professions Expo

Call for Pre-Health Professions Student Volunteers for 2019 Health Professions Expo

The University of Arizona Pre-Health Professions Advising Center is looking for 40 student volunteers to assist with the 2018 Health Professions Expo scheduled for Tuesday, February 19, 2019

We are asking a minimum of a 2-hour commitment. Note: Dean Excuses will be provided for students who qualify.

Benefits:

•             Establish networking contacts with Health Professions Admissions Representatives

•             Use your leadership and communication skills

•             Enhance your résumé

•             Share information about your club/organization

•             Receive an event scrub

If you are interested, you MUST attend a Mandatory Orientation (Choose 1)

Wednesday, November 28, 2018 from 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm, Chavez 104

Thursday, December 6, 2018 from 5:00 pm – 5:30 pm, Chavez

In the Guerrero Student Center Conference Room

If you have questions, call contact:

2018-2019 Pre-Health Ambassadors

Ken Manalo jmanalo@email.arizona.edu

Natalie Putnam natalieaputnam@email.arizona.edu

or

Josie Gin Morgan at 621-7763 or email josiegin@email.arizona.edu

Josephine Gin Morgan, M.Ed.
Academic Advisor Senior
The University of Arizona | Pre-Health Professions Advising Center in Colleges of Letters, Arts and Science
1428 E. University Blvd. | Bear Down Gym |Tucson, AZ 85721
📞520.621.7763 | FAX: 520.626.6345

prehealth.arizona.edu