Office for University Women Bulletin - May 14, 2008
OUW PROGRAMS, EVENTS, & ANNOUNCEMENTS
- Applications Available for Women's Leadership Institute (Co-sponsored)
CAMPUS PROGRAMS, EVENTS, & ANNOUNCEMENTS
- Women and Politics Book Group/Discussion with the Author
- Split Rock Arts Program 2008 Summer Workshops
- The Dance of Intimacy Discussion Group
- Curiosity Camp 2008
- Beyond the Baby Blues III Conference
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS, EVENTS, & ANNOUNCEMENTS
- Inclusive Science: Articulating Theory, Practice, and Action - Conference
- Honoring Women's Health from All Cultures
- Graduate Women in Science Dinner & Presentation
SCHOLARSHIP, GRANT, & FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
- 2008-09 Multicultural Teaching & Learning Fellowship Program
INTERNSHIP, VOLUNTEER, & EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
- Development Coordinator Minnesota Immigrant Freedom Network
- Equity and Diversity Instructional Designer/Coordinator Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action
- Director of Diversity and Mentoring, UVA Women's Center
- Assistant Education Specialist Disability Services
- Chief Administrative Officer for Equity and Diversity Office for Equity & Diversity
- Advocates: Domestic and Sexual Violence AmeriCorps
- Volunteer Opportunities - CornerHouse
- Volunteer/Internship Opportunities Planned Parenthood
OUW PROGRAMS, EVENTS, & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Applications Available for Women's Leadership Institute (Co-sponsored)
The Women's Leadership Institute is now accepting applications for the 2008-09 program. The Women's Leadership Institute offers University women monthly meetings, held from September to June, which include guest speakers, reflection, networking, and group discussion. WLI offers participants a chance to cultivate leadership skills within a community of mutual learning and support. Eligibility criteria are: 1) Current employee of the University of Minnesota; 2) At least two years of work experience at the University; 3) Ability to demonstrate leadership in their current position and explain how they would like to develop; and 4) Completed application, including a letter of recommendation, is submitted by the due date. Applications accepted through May 22. For more information, go to http://www.umn.edu/ohr/leadership/womens/index.html.
CAMPUS PROGRAMS, EVENTS, & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Women and Politics Book Group/Discussion with the Author
“She's No Lady: Politics, Family, and International Feminism” by Arvonne Fraser
Wednesday, May 21st, 2008, 4:45 p.m. Book Signing; 5 p.m. Book Group - 205 Humphrey Center. FFI: http://www.hhh.umn.edu/centers/wpp/programs_outreach/women_politics_reading_group.html.
Split Rock Arts Program 2008 Summer Workshops
Weekly from June 15 to August 1, 2008
The Split Rock Arts Program is the University of Minnesota's summer series of workshops in creative writing, visual art, and design. Held on the Twin Cities' campus and at the University's Cloquet Forestry Center in northern Minnesota, the 25-year-old program is a popular destination because of its promise of intensive study with outstanding artists and writers from around the world. No prerequisites. Graduate/undergraduate credit and scholarships are available. University faculty and staff can take Split Rock workshops at substantially reduced tuition rates through Regents Scholarships. FFI: http://www.cce.umn.edu/splitrockarts, e-mail splitrockarts@umn.edu or call 612-625-1976.
The Dance of Intimacy Discussion Group
A 6-week discussion/reading group this summer for women students to reflect on & discuss their relationships, based on Harriet Lerner's book The Dance of Intimacy. Time and date TBA. Please call either Jess or Pahoua at University Counseling & Consulting Services, 612-624-3323.
Curiosity Camp 2008
20 Camps offered June 11-August 13. Curiosity Camps are unique daylong learning adventures for adults. Offered through the College of Continuing Education, Curiosity Camps will engage your mind and refresh your spirit. University and community experts will help you see an intriguing topic in a whole new light by taking you out and about, behind the scenes, or away from it all. From honeybees to archaeology, heart health to historic architecture, let your curiosity get the best of you this summer. Discount rate available for University faculty, staff, and full-time students. FFI: http://www.cce.umn.edu/curiosity or call 612-624-4000.
Beyond the Baby Blues III Conference
June 25, 2008, U of M Continuing Education Center. A full day conference for professionals and families exploring screening, diagnosis, treatment and support when a woman experiences depression and anxiety before, during and after pregnancy. FFI: http://www.namimn.org.
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS, EVENTS, & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Inclusive Science: Articulating Theory, Practice, and Action - Conference
June 16-18, 2008
College of St. Catherine, St. Paul MN
“Inclusive Science: Articulating Theory, Practice, and Action” will focus on three intersections of science and feminism. FFI and to register: http://www.stkate.edu/inclusive_science/.
Honoring Women's Health from All Cultures
Saturday, May 17, 9am-3pm, at Metropolitan State University.
To register and for more info:
http://www.honoringwomenworldwide.org/eventAll.php?eventid=21.
Graduate Women in Science Dinner & Presentation
Graduate Women in Science (GWIS) is a Twin Cities networking group for women scientific professionals and graduate students. Join GWIS Thursday, May 15th, 5:30-8:00 pm for dinner and a presentation by Dean Gail Dubrow of the University of Minnesota graduate school at the Campus Club, Coffman Memorial Union. Dean Dubrow will speak on the changing landscape of graduate education in this country, the emerging field of interdisciplinary work, and the convergence of the two at the University of Minnesota. She will be joined by graduate student, Katie Schiller. Cost is $15 for students, $22 for non-member professionals. For details and registration information, go to http://www.xi.gwis.org or contact programs.xi@gwis.org by May 10th.
SCHOLARSHIP, GRANT, & FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
2008-09 Multicultural Teaching & Learning Fellowship Program
The Center for Teaching & Learning administers and facilitates this fellowship that supports course development, course revision, development of teaching resources, and other projects related to multicultural teaching & learning. Applications accepted through May 23. FFI: contact Anita Gonzalez at gonza035@umn.edu or visit: http://www1.umn.edu/ohr/teachlearn/multicultural/index.html.
INTERNSHIP, VOLUNTEER, & EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Development Coordinator Minnesota Immigrant Freedom Network
The Minnesota Immigrant Freedom Network seeks a social justice oriented individual to fill our Development Coordinator position. The salary range is between $32,000 34,000 depending on experience, plus health and dental insurance. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. FFI: contact Mariano Espinoza, Executive Director, at (651) 287-0660.
Equity and Diversity Instructional Designer/Coordinator Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action
FFI: http://employment.umn.edu/ (Requisition # 154988).
Director of Diversity and Mentoring - UVA Women's Center
FFI: http://jobs.virginia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=53804.
Assistant Education Specialist Disability Services
FFI: http://employment.umn.edu (Requisition #155214).
Chief Administrative Officer for Equity and Diversity Office for Equity & Diversity
FFI: http://employment.umn.edu (Requisition #155272).
Advocates: Domestic and Sexual Violence AmeriCorps
The AmeriCorps Victim Assistance Program is seeking full and part-time domestic and sexual violence AmeriCorps member advocates. Positions available beginning September 2, 2008 and running through August 28,2009. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, demonstrate a commitment to community service and have an interest in the areas of domestic and sexual violence and stalking. No prior experience or degree required. Benefits include a weekly living stipend and an educational award. For more information or an application, please visit our website at http://www.avap1.org or call (603) 224-6466. We encourage people of diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.
Volunteer Opportunities - CornerHouse
Looking for a truly meaningful volunteer opportunity this summer? Become a volunteer for CornerHouse, an interagency child abuse evaluation and training center in Minneapolis! At CornerHouse, police, prosecutors and child protection workers come together to investigate allegations of possible child abuse. CornerHouse provides a safe place for children to talk about experiences that are confusing, scary, and which often feel shameful. Children and their needs come first here. The name CornerHouse is recognized as the highest standard in the field. Whether you want to work directly with children or behind the scenes, CornerHouse has a volunteer opportunity for you. We also have short-term and one-time opportunities for volunteers at our summer special events.Check us out at: http://www.cornerhousemn.org/volunteer.html or contact Megan Alama at megan.alama@childrensmn.org.
Volunteer/Internship Opportunities Planned Parenthood
Positions Available: Clinic Administrative Assistant Volunteer or Intern, Clinic Nurse, and Public Affairs Reality Checker (Can volunteer from home!). For more information or to apply, please contact the Volunteer Program at volunteers@ppmns.org or 612.821.6113.
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