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SPRING 2024 COURSE REGISTRATION OPEN!

Now is the time to register for your spring 2024 classes. There are many classes that are starting to fill up, so it is in your best interest to register as soon as possible. Carmen has advising appointments available next week to talk through what would be best for you. Continue reading…

 

ACADEMIC ADVISING

Carmen Kelle photoAdvising appointments are available for meetings via In-Person or Zoom. Visit the Student Success Hub to schedule an appointment with Carmen (you can see your assigned advisor in MyRED or the Student Success Hub). If scheduling an online zoom meeting, the instructions for connecting to the Zoom mee Continue reading…

 

DROP-IN ADVISING

Drop-in advising is great for short questions about course information, grade option, completing forms and other things of that nature. Students should schedule an academic advising appointment to discuss degree plans and goal setting. Drop-in advising is available via zoom only, you will enter the Zoom waiting room at https://unl.zoom.us/my/casadvising and be seen in the order you entered.
Carmen’s Drop-Ins - Tuesdays from 1- 3 p.m. and Wednesdays from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
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Scholarship Opportunity for Communication Studies Juniors or Seniors

Apply for the Bill and Kathi Seiler Scholarship by December 5th for a $1000 award for the Spring 2024 semester.

Students meeting the following criteria are eligible to apply:

• Communication Studies major
• Junior or senior class standing
• Cumulative GPA of 3.25 or above

In addition to these criteria, recipients should demonstrate involvement in activities within the Department of Communication Studies, College of Arts & Sciences, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and/or civic engagement in the campus or local community. Special consideration to First Generation students.

To apply, students should submit the following to Dr. Jordan Soliz (jsoliz2@unl.edu) by the due date: (a) current resume, (b) a 1-2 page letter addressing how your experiences match the criteria listed above, (c) unofficial transcript, and (d) name and contact information for two references that can speak to your academic achievements, involvement in the aforementioned activities, and/or leadership potential. Applicants will be notified prior to the Spring 2024 semester about decisions.
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Key into Public Service Scholarship

The Phi Beta Kappa Society seeks online applications for the Key into Public Service Scholarship from arts, humanities, mathematics, social sciences, and natural sciences majors interested in career opportunities in local, state, and federal government. Scholarship recipients will receive $5,000 undergraduate scholarships and an educational conference experience in Washington, D.C. that will provide scholars with training, mentoring, and reflection on pathways into local, state, and federal government careers. Phi Beta Kappa membership is not required.

Characteristics of ideal recipients include intellectual curiosity, interdisciplinary breadth and depth of arts and sciences coursework, leadership propensity, and service to others.
Interested students can learn more and apply online by January 22, 2024 at PBK.org/ServiceScholarsApp
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More details at: https://apply.mykaleidoscope.com/scholarships/ServiceScholars2023-24
 

CAS Career Coach Information

PAID Internship Opportunities
Never had an internship before? Check out the Micro-Internship Program! These are short-term, PAID internships designed to help you gain career experience. Internships are available at organizations including: Habitat for Humanity, United Way, College of Law, School of Global Integrative Studies, Asian Community & Cultural Center and more! No resume required to apply. Applications open now until Dec. 1 for Spring internships. https://careers.unl.edu/micro-internship-mentoring-program-student-info/

Career Drop-Ins
Required to meet with a career coach for class? Need help polishing your graduate school application materials? Thinking about internships or jobs for the spring or summer? Drop in to meet with a career coach Wednesday, Nov. 22nd 11am-1pm. 107 Oldfather or on Zoom. Let’s get the conversation started!

Internship and Research Courses
Participating in research or an internship this spring? You may be able to get it on your transcript! Fill out the INTERNSHIP or RESEARCH form to get started.

Career Development Course
Need an additional credit hour this spring? Enroll in CASC 200: Career Development in Arts and Sciences. 1 credit, online, asynchronous. This course guides you through self-reflection and exploration activities to help you identify career options.
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More details at: https://careers.unl.edu/micro-internship-mentoring-program-student-info/
 
Originally published November 20, 2023 - Submit an Item