DIGITAL LSAT OVERVIEW
Tuesday, Oct. 29th, 5-6pm, 221 Love Library South
• Find out everything you need to know about the new digital LSAT by attending this session presented by Isabelle Ramos from the Law School Admission Council (LSAC). Becoming familiar with the new format of the test will help you to attack the test to the best of your abilities.
• Further information about the digital LSAT can be found on the LSAC digital LSAT website.
GLOBAL OPPORTUNITIES FAIR
Wednesday, Oct. 30th, 11am-2pm, Henrickson Family Atrium, Hawks Hall (College of Business)
• This event provides the opportunity for globally-minded students to explore options available in Nebraska and beyond, both now and post-graduation. The fair will feature businesses and nonprofit organizations, as well as education abroad programs.
SAVE THE DATES: UCARE INFORMATION SESSIONS
Monday, November 11th, 3:30-4:30pm, NE Union, City Campus
Monday, December 2nd, 12:15-1:15pm, NE Union, City Campus The UCARE program allows students to work one-on-one with a faculty mentor to gain research experience and related skills. The program can enhance applications to graduate school and better prepare students for a career.
• Participants receive an annual stipend of $2,400. UCARE is open to students in all majors and disciplines.
• Upcoming application information sessions introduce students to the UCARE program and provide guidance on finding a project, approaching a prospective mentor, and writing an application proposal. The sessions are for funding in summer 2020 and the 2020-21 academic year.
• Register for these sessions here: https://events.unl.edu/2019/10/22/143982/.
PUBLISHING WEEK: CAREERS IN PUBLISHING
Monday, November 4th, 3:30-4:30pm, Bailey Library, 2nd floor Andrews Hall
• Literary agents and editors from major New York City presses discuss opportunities and career direction in the publishing industry. They will reveal their own approach to professional development and how they began their careers.
• Panelists include:
o Noah Ballard, literary agent for Curtis Brown Ltd., and UNL creative writing alum
o Ruoxi Chen, editor, Tor
o Caroline Eisenmann, literary agent, Frances Goldin Literary Agency
o Hillary Jacobson, literary agent, ICM Partners
o Zachary Knoll, editor, Simon and Schuster
o Jennifer Monroe, editor, Berkley
3-2-1 QUICK PITCH COMPETITION
Tuesday, November 5th, 5pm, Morrill Hall
• The 3-2-1 Quick Pitch Competition is an annual event where you can showcase your entrepreneurial, communication and presentation skills through a short “quick pitch” proposal for a new business venture.
• Competitors will have 3 minutes 2 pitch 1 idea.
• A panel of entrepreneurial-minded experts from across Nebraska judge proposals and provide students with valuable feedback.
• Students also have the opportunity to develop their ideas, network with other students, successful entrepreneurs and community leaders.
• Cash prizes awarded to the top three pitches in each of the seven groups.
• All undergraduate and graduate students are invited to participate (Apply by Oct. 29th)
RED TALK: PRESENTING UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH AND CREATIVE ACTIVITIES TO THE CAMPUS COMMUNITY
Tuesday, November 5th, 7-8:30pm, Adele Coryell Learning Common (Behind Dunkin’ Donuts)
• Come out for our undergraduate research presentation free-for-all! Nebraska’s take on a TED Talk, hear undergraduate students present on their research and creative activities in short, 8-minute interactive sessions.
• Learn about the exciting work taking place at Nebraska and get ideas on improving your own research presentations.
• Register to attend at https://research.unl.edu/events/event.php?eventID=4246
INCLUSIVE LEADERSHIP RETREAT AVAILABLE FOR STUDENTS (November 10th)
• Inclusive Leadership Retreats are designed to help students think deeply about how to lead inclusively and to take on leadership roles — in the classroom, in university clubs or organizations, and in their communities.
• Students who participate in this retreat are prepared to apply for university leadership positions, including peer mentors and consultants, RSO positions, NSE leaders, resident assistants, and college and research ambassadors. Participants are also certified to serve as facilitators for Husker Dialogues, a campus event for first-year students held each fall.
• Find out more and register here: https://newsroom.unl.edu/announce/teacherconnect/10005/59451.