Academics

Are you a student who is considering careers in the legal field? Do you want to know what it takes to get into law school? Are you unsure of your interests? Come check out these pre-law events that are happening on campus in the next two weeks!

Monday, April 9: Event with Retired Immigration Judge and Lawyer Paul Schmidt ’70
12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Lunch and Learn with Judge Schmidt in Parris Dining Room
1:30 to 3:00 p.m. 1:1 Chat with Judge Schmidt in WCC, Kraemer Room
For more information and to sign up see LUworks Paul Schmidt event

Wednesday, April 11: Stephanie Nikolay, Director of Admissions and Recruitment, Marquette University Law School
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Information Table in East Lobby Area Near Commons
12:40 to 1:40 p.m. – Admissions Info Presentation in WCC, Runkel Room
1:45 to 2:45 p.m. – 15-minute individual 1:1 Chat with students in Runkel Room
For more information and to sign up, see LUworks Marquette University event

Thursday, April 19: LevelUp event – Attorney/Shareholder-Estate Planner Jeff Billings ’03
Sign up for a 15-minute mock interview with 5 minutes for feedback with Jeff Billings ’03.  To sign up for a mock interview, contact Career Services or Kia Thao.  For more information, see LUworks LevelUp event.

Questions? Contact Kia Thao

If you are looking for funding to support your project, internship, or to explore your interests, the following scholarships are currently opened for current Lawrence students to apply.

Graduation School Exploration Fellowship (ACM-B1G): For sophomore standing students from historically underrepresented groups in higher education who are interested in pursuing study and research in the humanities, humanistic social sciences, and arts. Applications are due February 16, 2018.

The Harold B. Zuehlke and Richard W. Zuehlke Research Fund for Physical Science – supports research projects in the physical science initiated by students.  Applications are due February 16, 2018.

The Sara A. Quandt and Thomas A. Arcury Endowment for Experiential Learning and Research in Public Health – provide Lawrence students with unique and valuable opportunities to conduct research and immerse themselves in the field of public health.  Applications are due February 23, 2018.

The Mita Sen Award for Societal Impact – For juniors whose project has the potential to impact society.  Applications are due March 2, 2018

The Dennis Huebner Pre-Law Stipend – For juniors who are interested in exploring or pursuing opportunities related to a career in the legal profession.   Applications are due March 1, 2018.

For more information and application materials, visit the Pre-Professional and Major Fellowships site.  Questions? contact Kia Thao at kia.thao@lawrence.edu.

Udall Undergraduate Scholarship: This scholarship (Up to $7000) is awarded to undergraduate sophomores and juniors pursuing careers related to the  Tribal Public Policy or Native Health Care. Udall Scholars attend the Udall Scholar Orientation in August in Tucson, AZ to meet alumni and tribal leaders for exceptional networking opportunities and gain lifetime membership in a growing and active alumni network.

Applications are open now.  Campus deadline is March 2, 2018.  National deadline is March 8, 2018.

For more information, contact Kia Thao at kia.thao@lawrence.edu.

The Udall Foundation offers a prestigious scholarship for students seeking careers in environmental fields. Applicants should be leading change on their campus or in their community.

The Udall Undergraduate Scholarship is a scholarship (up to $7,000!) awarded to up to 50 undergraduate sophomores and juniors pursuing careers related to the environment, Tribal Public Policy, or Native Health Care. Udall Scholars attend the Udall Scholar Orientation in August in Tucson, AZ to meet alumni and community leaders for exceptional networking opportunities and gain lifetime membership in a growing and active alumni network.

Applications are now open!  Campus deadline is March 2, 2018.  National deadline is March 8, 2018.

For more information, contact Kia Thao at kia.thao@lawrence.edu.

If you are looking for fundings to support your project, internship, or to explore your interests, the following scholarships are currently opened for current Lawrence students to apply.

Graduation School Exploration Fellowship (ACM-B1G): For sophomore standing students from historically underrepresented groups in higher education who are interested in pursuing study and research in the humanities, humanistic social sciences, and arts. Applications are due February 16, 2018.

The Harold B. Zuehlke and Richard W. Zuehlke Research Fund for Physical Science – supports research projects in the physical science initiated by students.  Applications are due February 16, 2018.

The Sara A. Quandt and Thomas A. Arcury Endowment for Experiential Learning and Research in Public Health – provide Lawrence students with unique and valuable opportunities to conduct research and immerse themselves in the field of public health.  Applications are due February 23, 2018.

The Mita Sen Award for Societal Impact – For juniors whose project has the potential to impact society.  Applications are due March 2, 2018

The Dennis Huebner Pre-Law Stipend – For juniors who are interested in exploring or pursuing opportunities related to a career in the legal profession.   Applications are due March 1, 2018.

For more information and application materials, visit the Pre-Professional and Major Fellowships site.  Questions? contact Kia Thao at kia.thao@lawrence.edu

COME MEET OUR GSEF FELLOWS AND CHECK OUT THEIR SUMMER RESEARCH WORK !

TUESDAY, JANUARY 16, 2018

DIVERSITY CENTER FROM 4:30 TO 6:00 P.M.

If you are a student with sophomore standing from underrepresented
backgrounds and is interested:

• in pursuing a doctoral degree in the humanities or humanistic social sciences, or a terminal master’s degree in the arts,
• have a genuine interest in academic research and/or teaching at the college level as a career
• is a US citizen, permanent resident of the US, or non-US citizen with DACA

THEN COME MEET WITH LILLY LAVNER FROM ACM AND LEARN WHAT THE GSEF FELLOWSHIP CAN OFFER YOU!

More information can be found here: ACM.edu/GSEF

Shaun Keating, from Medical College of Wisconsin – Pharmacy School, will be on campus on Monday, October 23, 2017, starting at 2:00 p.m.  Stop by to visit with Shaun Keating to discuss your pharmacy education track.

1:1 Chats – 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.  Sign up in LUworks.                                                   2:00 p.m. ;   2:30 p.m.;   3:00 p.m. ;   3:30 p.m.

Info Session – 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Information Table – 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Become a part of the Higher Education Research Experiences (HERE) Program at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL

Opportunities for qualified students, alumni, and faculty to participate in hands-on research or technical projects in a real-world setting

• Experience the thrill of research or technical projects at a cutting edge national laboratory and camaraderie with prestigious scientists, researchers and engineers
• Meet and collaborate with the people who are world and international experts in fields that interest you
• Contribute to the U.S. technical prowess that will enhance living standards and set the nation at the top of a global community
• Participate in developing solutions to pressing scientific and technical problems

Highlights of the program

• Open to Entering College Freshmen, Undergraduates, Recent Associate/Bachelor’s Graduates, Current Graduate Students, and Faculty – Open to all majors; appointments are primarily for Science, Engineering, Technology and Mathematics (STEM) majors but other opportunities may be available for technical projects
• Applications are accepted year-round
• Appointments can start and end at any time during the year based on your availability and the needs of the ORNL mentor/project
• Full-time and part-time appointments
• Minimum GPA  – 2.5/4.0
• U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident (LPR)
• Stipend based on academic status
• Limited travel and housing allowances (if eligible)
• Professional development activities

Visit http://www.orau.org/ornl/hereatornl/ or contact HERE@orau.org for more information!

Erin Levenhagen from Concordia University Wisconsin, School of Pharmacy, will be on campus Tuesday, October 10, 2017 to share information on CUW’s Doctor of Pharmacy program.

Informational Table in WCC, Lobby Table Near Mail Room:  12:15 to 1:30 p.m.

Register in LUworks for a 30-minute 1:1 Conversation with Erin Levenhagen!  11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.  and 1:45 to 2:45 p.m.