Hello ASU Family,
As usual there are several events and opportunities listed below. I want to especially encourage you to consider applying for the ASU Outreach Committee. The ASU Outreach Committee is essentially designed to connect Afrikan students on campus to all of the resources, job opportunities, educational enrichment programs, social events, and other activities that our community has to offer. Please see the below entry for additional information.
In Love and Solidarity,
Tierra Moore
Internal Public Relations Coordinator
Afrikan STudent Union '09-'10
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Afrikan Student Union: Outreach Committee
Are you interested in getting involved in Afrikan Student Union? Would you like to meet more of your Afrikan peers on UCLA's campus? Do you want to know what's going on in our community?
I invite you to apply for the ASU Outreach Committee. The application is attached to this email labeled "OUTREACH COMMITTEE APP"). The application includes a brief description of the ASU outreach committee. All applications are due November 10, 2009 (week 7). The outreach committee will be a great opportunity for you to meet a lot of people, and get plugged into ASU. Good Luck!
please see the attached document for the application
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WANT TO BE ORL STAFF?
Hey ASU, it's that time again!
If you're interested in becoming a member of the Office of Residential Life (ORL) this upcoming school year then PLASE BE SURE TO MEET, GREET, MIX, MINGLE & TALK to a variety of ORL staff including: Resident Directors (RD), Resident Assistants (RA), Program Assistants (PA), Student Leaders (SL) and many more to learn about the many roles, opportunities, benefits (and even downsides) of gaining a student staff position in ORL for the 2010-11 school year.
RA informational sessions are right around the corner during week 8 and applications go out at the end of the quarter. More information on dates, times, and deadlines are coming soon. For more information on getting involved, to any current ORL staff member (it's a lot of us) or visit https://www.orl.ucla.edu/employment/student or contact Dennis Denman, RA for African Diaspora Theme Floor at dd525@ucla.edu.
*** Most RA staff positions will be open to undergrads currently living ON-CAMPUS OR OFF-CAMPUS going into their 2nd, 3rd, 4th/5th YEARS. Transfer students are especially wanted***
Don't miss out on a great opportunity. "ORL: making a wORLd of a difference"
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Calling all Spoken Word artists & poets:
African Diaspora Theme Floor is hosting a spoken word program next week Friday and looking for folk to speak on it (whatever "it" is). Contact Dennis Denman, at dd525@ucla.edu if you want to participate.
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I GOT GAME!
The Men of AMC will be hosting another AMC Forum Friday, November 13, 2009 In the SAC Basement from 5pm to 7pm. It's all about Black Men on their "A" Game! We're want to fill up the SAC with as many men as possible for this very interactive, self-motivating, thought provoking and Oh so inspiring Forum!! Ladies your welcome to attend, but show off that "A" Game friend of yours or bring that friend who needs some "A" Game material.
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CPO Transfer Student BBQ
TODAY 11/6
Sunset Rec 3-7pm
All Transfer Students Welcomed!
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Discrimination in Islam: The Missing Peace
Thursday, November 12th at 7-8:15pm
DeNeve Plaza Room D
Co-hotsed by: Afrikan Student Union & Muslin Student Association
Our event's goal is to address the stereotypes of discrimination in Islam. This will occur in two types of topics. The first topic will address past racial discrimination against African-Americans and how this ties into their religion. For example, the Middle Passage slave trade which occurred hundreds of years ago involved a majority Muslim population and we will focus on how this impacted the people's lives and how their religion may or may not have been a factor in their treatment. In addition we will cover the significance of the contribution of the Muslim slaves in the American life. Our second topic will detail the parallels between the present treatment of Muslims in the United States and the past treatment (and could be argued for present) treatment of African-Americans. Also will be discussed is how this further effects those who are both African-American and Muslim and how this plays a role in their lives. In addition, this topic will cover Islam's anti-discriminatory stance and its stance on general human rights.
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Mu Alpha Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.
Founder's Week
Monday, 11/9
Blood Drive
UCLA Blood and Platelet Center
A level of Ackerman Union at UCLA
12-5:40pm
Please come donate blood to help those in need or just stop by to help volunteer! Contact a member to make an appointment or just drop by. Also if you are a UCLA employee you can get paid for donating. There will also be prizes such as movie tickets and food vouchers for those who donate. And of course there will be unlimited juice and Diddy Riese cookies! Please contact a member to make an appointment or just stop by on the day of.
Tuesday, 11/10
Shakey's Game Night & Africare Fundraiser
5604 S. Sepulveda Blvd
Culver City, CA 90230
6-9pm
Join us for great food and fun games as we raise money for Africare.
Africare is a leader among private, charitable U.S. organizations assisting Africa. In addition, Africare is the oldest and largest African-American led organization in the field. Africare programs include: information on health and HIV/AIDS, food security and agriculture, water resource development, environmental management, literacy and vocational training, microenterprise development, civil society development, governance and emergency response.
Wednesday, 11/11
Habitat for Humanity
4267 Imperial Hwy
Lynwood, CA
8a-4pm
Since it's Veteran's Day, you should have no class or work, so you should be able to come! We will help bulid a home for a family in need. Please contact Rochelle ASAP if you plan on attending, so that she can give you the details!
Thursday, 11/12
Meet & Greet
Humanities A68
6:22-8pm
Come meet the members of our organization and play a game to learn more about Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc! Refreshments will be provided.
Friday, 11/13
Friday the 13th Movie Night
Rieber Vista Multipurpose Room
6-9:30pm
Come watch a scary movie and enjoy some scary snacks with us. This event is also a can food drive, so please bring non-perishable food for us to donate to the LA Food Bank.
Saturday, 11/14
Project Weesavers
West Los Angeles Community College
10am-3pm
We will be doing this program in conjunction with VIP Scholars' Senior Saturday, so that college students can learn the basics of financial aid, and preparing for college!
Founder's Day Celebration
Custom Hotel Pool Bar & Grill
8639 Lincoln Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90045
7-9pm
Come celebrate the legacy of our illustrious organization! This event is free and there will be hors d'oeuvres served.
Sunday, 11/15
Church & Brunch
Second Baptist Church
11a-2p
Let's finish off a great week in fellowship and then some great food!
Wednesday, 11/18
Rubio's Fundraiser
1st floor of Ackerman Union
2p-close
Please get a flyer from a member of Mu Alpha Chapter and present it at Rubio's when you make a purchase and 20% will be donated to us.
***Please contact a member of the chapter if you need transportation to any of the off campus events***
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Want to strike a pose for health care reform?
The National Women's Law Center is looking for women who are passionate about health care reform to stand with Elizabeth Banks, star of Role Models and The 40-Year-Old Virgin, in a photo shoot on Thursday, November 5th, at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza in Los Angeles.
The photo will be part of our new public awareness campaign: Being a Woman Is Not a Pre-Existing Condition.
Space is extremely limited, so RSVP today if you can participate.
Participants will receive a free T-shirt that says "A Woman Is Not a Pre-Existing Condition." Doughnuts and coffee will be provided at the photo shoot.
When: Thursday, November 5th from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm.
Where: Hyatt Regency Century Plaza, Los Angeles
Why: To support health care reform, have fun and mingle with Elizabeth Banks! The resulting photo will be sent to the news media and will be used on the campaign website and in other online communications.
RSVP: Melanie Ross Levin at mrosslevin@nwlc.org
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Black Campus Ministries
What does it look like to be Black and follow Jesus?
Black Campus Ministries is a Bible study where we're looking into what Jesus has to say to us as Black Christians on campus. BCM is a part of InterVarsity Bruin Christian Fellowship. We'll be doing a weekly Bible study, and would love for you to join us.
When: Tuesdays at 8pm
Where: Birch 310
We also eat dinner on Tuesdays beforehand in De Neve dining hall at 7pm. Even if you're not in the dorms anymore, we'll swipe you in. :)
For more information, contact Evelyn Powery (evpowery@gmail.com) or Grace Chen (g.race.achen@gmail.com).
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Black Campus Ministries Conference: The Real
Southern California's Black Campus Ministries welcomes you to our annual weekend conference. The Black Campus Ministries from all over Southern California will gather in West Covina for powerful preaching, dynamic worship and the chance to meet other black Christians around the area. The speaker for the weekend will be Phil Bowling-Dyer. Phil is the former national director of BCM in InterVarsity Christian fellowship and is currently serving black students throughout the western states. He has been with InterVarsity for 22 years. Join us for The Real.
When: Friday 11/20 6pm - Saturday 11/21 10pm (end of 8th week)
Where: First Presbyterian Church of Covina
Cost: $40 if registered by 11/13, $50 if registered by 11/19
For more information or to register, go to http://www.gracefultools.com/events/11021. You can also contact the leaders of BCM: Evelyn Powery (evpowery@gmail.com) or Grace Chen (g.race.achen@gmail.com) if you have any questions.
Note from Evelyn: This conference really is a life-changing experience. It's a way to really connect with God on issues like ethnic identity and purpose. It's also a great deal: $40 to stay in a hotel, get fed 4 meals, and hear an incredible speaker!
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The Budget Review Committee
What is the Budget Review Committee?
The Budget Review Committee (BRC) is essentially the body that decides how USAC funding is delegated. It meets regularly towards the start of every quarter over a week or two of hearings that determine whether or not student organizations attain the funding they request, and deliberate on how money is allocated through the various funds available to student groups on campus.
What is the role of the Assistant Budget Review Director?
The Assistant Budget Review Director serves as an aide to the Budget Review Director (BRD) and shall, in his absence, be responsible for all duties, responsibilities and obligations that he has which are, but not limited to sitting in on budget hearings, as well as representing the BRD at USAC meetings. The Assistant Budget Review Director is also directly instrumental in the tabulation process behind the said hearings and assisting in any capacity possible for any other office duties deemed necessary.
Requirements
As with the Finance Committee, a finance background is preferable. He or she must be available throughout the entirety of the hearing dates, and be willing to work with the Budget Review Committee, Finance Committee, and USAC for all activities that concern this position. A positive learning attitude and a willingness to work immediately are an added bonus.
application located at:
www.usac.ucla.edu/documents/applications.php
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AERA Undergraduate Student Education Research Training Workshop
2010 AERA Annual Meeting, Denver
April 30 -May 2, 2010
Application Deadline December 15, 2009
The American Educational Research Association invites fellowship applications for the Undergraduate Student Education Research Training Workshop to be held at the 2010 Annual Meeting in Denver. This workshop is designed to build the talent pool of undergraduate students who plan to pursue doctorate degrees in education research or in disciplines and fields that examine education issues. Applicants are sought who have potential and interest in pursuing careers as education researchers, faculty members, or other professionals who contribute to the research field.
Please see the attachment "ASU 411 AERA" for additional information.
Direct all questions to George L. Wimberly,
Director of Social Justice and Professional Development, at 202-238-3200 or fellowships@aera.net.
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FREE MASTERS PROGRAM at WAKE FOREST
Receives Poor Response
Wake Forest University has an opportunity for minority students to attend its MBA program for FREE, and so far, the response has been very poor. Please, pass along this opportunity to your friends, families, and networks to see if there is an interest. This is a great school and a tremendous opportunity to attend a top graduate school.
Please refer to the attachment "ASU 411 Wake Forest" for additional details.
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Center For The Study of Women
RENAISSANCE AWARD
This $1,000 undergraduate award rewards the renewed academic aspirations among women whose college careers were interrupted or delayed. The student must be a UCLA undergraduate woman who returned or is returning to college after a period of years. Community college junior transfers and continuing UCLA undergraduates are encouraged to apply. Must be eligible for financial aid or student loans.
Deadline: Thursday, November 12 at 5:30 PM
For additional information, please visit our website at www.csw.ucla.edu and click the "Funding Opportunities" link. To apply, follow the detailed guidelines and complete the required application materials as listed on the website.
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Precious
The movie Precious comes out in select theaters November 6. Precious, based on the novel Push by Sapphire, is the story of 16 year old Claireece Precious Jones who endures unimaginable hardships in her young life. Abused by her mother, raped by her father, she grows up poor, angry, illiterate, fat, unloved and generally unnoticed.
Precious embarks on a journey that will lead her from darkness, pain, and powerlessness to light, love, and self-determination. Precious brings hope to us all in our darkest hour. It is an empowering movie that will leave you inspired and ready to overcome any obstacle to come.
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GEANCO
My name is James Aboagye. I am a UCLA student who is interning with the GEANCO Foundation (www.geanco.org). GEANCO's mission is to develop and manage world-class medical health systems for vulnerable populations in Africa and to educate the general public about global health issues.
I am writing to invite you to an amazing global health event on women and children. Oscar-winning actor Forest Whitaker will provide the keynote address at a symposium on maternal and infant mortality at the Caltech on Saturday, Nov. 7 from 11am to 2pm. The symposium, presented by Caltech Student Affairs, is entitled "Women and Children First". It will explore why so many mothers and young children die in Africa and will highlight innovative efforts to fight the world's most urgent and tragic crisis.
PLEASE VIEW ATTACHMENT ENTITLED "GEANCO" for more info
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Request from 8TH Grade Student
Dear Afrikan Student Union,
I am in the 8th grade at Marlborough School. In my Global Studies class we are all choosing a country for a major project. I have selected Rwanda because I have found that country to be very interesting. As a part of my project I am required to interview someone from the country that I select. I do not personally know anyone from Rwanda. I am contacting you to see if you have someone in your Union from Rwanda who would be a contact to help me find someone to interview.
Could you please respond to this email with the names and emails of anyone who might be able to help me with this assignment?
Thank you very much!!
Murielle Napoleon
Marlborough School
Email: Julie.Napoleon@marlboroughschool.org
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USC PhD Program
University of Southern California
EDGE-SBE Prospective Ph.D. Student Program 2009
The University of Southern California is committed to promoting excellence and opportunity in graduate education, and it has a longstanding tradition of welcoming and supporting talented students from diverse underrepresented backgrounds. USC is a premier private research institution with outstanding faculty, centers, and projects that contribute in incalculable ways to society's scholarship and advancement. Through first-rate graduate programs, the university prepares students for successful careers in research, teaching, public service, and business. This year we are pleased to offer the EDGE-SBE Prospective Ph.D. Student Program. This program is sponsored by the NSF AGEP and involves the USC Graduate School, Graduate Admissions, the College of Letters , Arts, and Sciences, as well as other academic units and faculty and graduate students. This program is a great way for underrepresented students to learn about USC Ph.D. educational opportunities. Also, the program will teach students the ins and outs of a Ph.D. education and help them better prepare for Ph.D. application processes and programs across the U.S.
Please see attached document "USC Ph.D" for additional important information
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Sponsors for Educational Opportunity
Earn $700-$1300 a week in a mentored summer internship in New York City and have a challenging, high-paying job waiting for you on graduation day!
Internships open to minority students of ALL MAJORS.
There are 7 programs to choose from:Accounting-Finance, Asset Management, Investment Banking, Information Technology, Corporate Law, Global Corporate Leadership and Philanthropy. Apply online at www.seo-usa.org For more info attend the first info-session and submit your application by Nov 1st.
For more info contact: Albert E. Aubin at aaubin@career.ucla.edu
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Have you ever been a student of Professor
Von Blum?
ASU is in support of professor Paul Von Blum as well as establishing an African American Dept from a IDP (interdepartmental program). Please see the attached letter entitled "Prof. Van Blum" for more information on how you can help Professor Van Blum.
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