This is your last week of classes for the fall 2024 semester. Be sure you have looked at your Finals Schedule for next week and know exactly when and where you finals will be taking place. You can review the Finals Schedule at https://registrar.unl.edu/academic-calendar/final-exam/. Also double check your course syllabi and communicate with your instructors. Finish this week strong and with a good study plan. Here are some tips for preparing for your finals https://newsroom.unl.edu/announce/parentnews/4675/26970 Continue reading…
Advising 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 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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December 4 – 9 Last week of classes
December 11 – 15 Final Semester Exams
December 22 (Fri.) 2023 - January 1 (Mon.) 2024 Holiday Closedown (UNL offices clo Continue reading…
For #NewFaculty, it's Dr. Liahnna Stanley!
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Join the Communication Studies Department for our Intercollegiate Debate Colloquium as Director of Debate, Dr. Justin Kirk, discusses the back-to-back national Lincoln Douglas Debate Championship team. Continue reading…
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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The Office of Admissions is hiring Campus Hosts (tour guides) for the Spring semester! We’re seeking outgoing, well-spoken students that are passionate about being a Husker! The formal application and job description can be found here: https://admissions.unl.edu/student-jobs/#campus-visits-host-3. This position is paid, flexible with class schedules, builds strong interpersonal skills, and looks fantastic on a resume! Continue reading…
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Internship Description:
Small, but mighty nonprofit supporting, promoting, and advocating for health science research is looking for a interns interested in building public policy experience. Interns will
monitor state and federal legislation regarding medical research and health policy and support our lobbying efforts.
Our policy priority areas are:
• Medical research
• Climate’s impact on health
• Maternal and child health
• Mental and behavioral health
Duties will include activities such as:
• Monitoring Nebraska legislative public hearings and debate, streamed online
• Drafting letters to legislative committees about proposed legislation
• Developing social media posts regarding legislative activity
• Researching issues and developing policy briefs as needed
• Monitor federal policy through our membership with Research!America
• Sitting in on public policy meetings and board meetings
Preferred Skills:
• Must have strong writing skills
• Adaptability. The Legislature fluctuates between moving quickly and slowly.
• Experience with a variety of social media platforms
• Research skills
• Passionate about science and advocacy!
Work Schedule:
• The position is approximately 10 hrs a week, flexible, and is remote. Zoom meetings
will also be a significant part of the experience.
Contact: Amanda McGill Johnson, Executive Director
Email: amanda@nebraskacures.com
Phone: 402-881-0459
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The File Scanning Coordinator is a part-time, temporary position. The job focuses on the specific project of scanning client files and necessary related tasks associated with the project. The
estimated project timeframe is 6-12 months, however, the project may be shortened or extended as determined by the Partners in the Firm.
Hours: Work a minimum 25 hours a week from 8-5 pm.
Strong Attention to detail, the ability to work independently, and the ability to be consistent with work is required.
Compensation: $15/hr
Reach out to Sharon.fenn@gmail.com if you are interested or have any questions.
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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
Required to meet with a Career Coach? Drop in Wednesday 11-1pm and Thursday 2-4pm. Available in-person in 107 Oldfather Hall or on Zoom. No appointment needed. Let’s get the conversation started!
Participating in an internship or research opportunity in the spring? You could get it documented on your transcript! Start by filling out the appropriate form for INTERNSHIP or RESEARCH.
Looking for a career development course for the spring? Enroll in CASC 200 (1 credit) and spend time considering what you have to offer, what’s important to you, what kind of work you want to do, and what kind of life you want to create.
Interested in a career launcher course for the J-Term? Enroll in CASC 291 (0 credit) and develop a professional resume, create a strong profile on LinkedIn, and meet with a career coach to talk about your next steps toward your goals.
Check out more opportunities at: https://events.unl.edu/CASCareerDev
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More details at: https://events.unl.edu/CASCareerDev