Fall Undergraduate Research Symposium
The Center for Undergraduate Research Board of Students is pleased to announce the virtual 2020 Fall Undergraduate Research Symposium! The Fall Symposium serves as an opportunity for students to present their research projects. Projects from all disciplines and formats are accepted. This is an opportunity to present summer research, such as research completed through an REU, abroad, or at the University of Florida. Presenting at the symposium provides students with valuable presentation experience as well as an opportunity to network and learn about research in a variety of fields. Abstracts and poster presentations are due October 16th at 11:59pm. The Symposium will be held virtually on November 5th from 5-7pm.
Please contact Marissa Nash (marissa.nash@ufl.edu) or Anjali Patel (anjalipatel@ufl.edu) with any further questions. To submit your abstract + poster presentation, and for more information, visit: https://cur.aa.ufl.edu/undergraduate-research-symposium/
Multicultural & Diversity Affairs Updates
Multicultural and Diversity Affairs is creating a central hub of all events on campus and information needed to promote civic engagement, as the election is near. Please submit relevant events by filing out this form: https://ufsa.ufl.edu/event-program-submission-form/. New opportunities for students and campus partners include:
Florida Humanities | African American History Archives: An Audio, Print, & Video Bibliography
Florida Humanities is committed to using the humanities to better understand racism and injustice and how to curb their influence in society. We support programs, whether in print or on video or on the radio which explores the African American experience, particularly in Florida. With the assistance of the USF-St. Petersburg Library, who hosts this collection, Florida Humanities has created the African American History Archive. To learn more, please visit: https://floridahumanities.org/media/african-american-archive/
WinShape Camp Counselors
Description: WinShape Camps is the place to spend your summer. We create next-level adventures for campers with our summer staff leading the charge. Make life-shaking, forever-difference in campers’ lives by guiding them through skill development and personal growth. Plus, the perks are top notch: starting pay is a whopping $326 per week, and all your meals, housing, and travel are on us.
Virtual Table: Stop by our virtual table on Thursday, October 15th at 4pm to talk about WinShape Camps. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Meeting URL: https://ufl.zoom.us/j/91934549500 Meeting ID: 919 3454 9500
Application: Apply by October 24th for a guaranteed interview! https://workatwinshape.org
Middle School Language Arts Teacher
Description: Grace Christian School of Ocala is searching for a Middle School Language Arts teacher. The start date is January 4, 2021. Candidate must hold a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree and a State Teaching Certificate is preferred.
Application: To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to the Head of School, Bethany McKee-Alexander (bmckeealexander@gcsocala.com)
Website: gcsocala.com
Careers in Community Organizing for Social Justice
Description: DART will hold an online info session on Wednesday, October 28 at 6 pm to discuss careers in community organizing. All UF students and alumni welcome, particularly those graduating this year. Sign up at www.thedartcenter.org/info DART trains professional organizers and community organizations to work for social, economic and racial justice, including:
* Holding police departments accountable
* Shutting down the school-to-prison pipeline
* Reining in predatory lenders
* Expanding access to primary health and dental care
* Prioritizing funding for affordable housing and job training
* Fighting for immigrants’ rights
Start Date: Positions start January 11, 2021 and August 9, 2021 in:
– Florida: St. Petersburg, Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, Lakeland, Tampa, Sarasota, Fort Myers, West Palm Beach
– Kansas: Topeka, Wyandotte County and Johnson County
– Ohio: Columbus
Starting Salary: $40,000/year + benefits.
Application: To apply or learn more about DART, visit www.thedartcenter.org and find us on instagram and facebook @theDARTcenter. DART organizations are diverse coalitions including many low- and moderate-income, minority and immigrant communities. We strongly encourage people from these backgrounds, as well as fluent Spanish speakers and DACA recipients, to apply.
Contact: If you have questions, please contact hannah@thedartcenter.org or 202.841.0353.
Alachua County Public Schools Digital Classroom Assistant
Description: Looking for a way to give back during this crazy time? Alachua County Public Schools could use your help! Hy-flex teachers (ones who simultaneously teach online and in-person students) need digital classroom assistants. This position puts your zoom, chat, and positive role modeling skills to use all at the same time! Easy, mood-boosting, maybe even fun! There are a variety of subjects, grade levels and teachers looking for help.
When: At least one hour per week between 7:45 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.,
Orientation: If interested, come to orientation to find out more information before committing to a class. Sign up for orientation here: http://bit.ly/ACPSorientation
Eighth Grade Tutor
STEPs for Success Tutors
Description: STEPs for Success is looking for tutors for elementary, middle, and high school students. Experience is preferred, but not required. Must be able to commit for the entirety of the 2020-2021 school year.
Pay: $15 per hour
Hours: At least 4 hours a week (more hours are available upon request)
Schedule: Flexible (afternoon/evenings 3 – 4 days a week, Monday through Friday are highly preferred)
Contact: Interested? Questions? Please send an email with your resume to Stephanie Mbionwu (Tutor Director) at STEPsforSuccess352@gmail.com
Date: October 15, 2020
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Virtual
*Registration Required*
Date: October 15, 2020
Time: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Virtual
*Registration Required*
Date: October 15, 2020
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: District Board Room, 620 E. University Avenue, Gainesville, FL.
Date: October 15, 2020
Time: 5:30 PM
Location: Virtual
Date: October 20, 2020
Time: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Virtual
Date: October 21, 2020
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM; 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Virtual
Date: October 22, 2020
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Virtual
*Registration Required*
Date: October 22, 2020
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Virtual
*Registration Required*
Date: October 29, 2020
Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: Norman Courtyard
Date: October 29, 2020
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Virtual
*Registration Required*