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Univerisity of Memphis Student News


December 1, 2017

Upcoming Events

This will be the last Student E-News for the Fall 2017 Semester. The Student Governmement Association wishes you good luck on your exams and we hope you have a fantastic Holiday Break!

Image description Ugly Christmas Sweater Party

It's the annual UGLY CHRISTMAS SWEATER PARTY!!
Free Christmas food, music, games, and giveaways!!
December 4th at 7 pm at The Vue (3472 Plaza Ave Suite #101)
Bring a $5 re-wrap gift to play in the great gift exchange!
Merry Christmas!!

Image description Black History Month Calendar Submissions!

Calling all artists! The Black History Month Committee is accepting submissions for calendar artwork for the 2018 Black History Month Calendar. The theme is Driven to Dream which honors the 50th Anniversary of the assisination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Please send all calendar submissions to Realan Lewis here

Women's History Month Event Submission

This year’s Women’s History Month theme will align with the national Women’s History Month theme, “Nevertheless She Persisted”. We are asking that student organizations program events that will educate, advocate, celebrate and empower women during this month – this is not limited to women only! The committee is looking for inclusive and hands-on events that will engage and expose students to what women have contributed and how we can celebrate and inspire women moving forward. Please submit entries to the Women's History Month Programming Form.

Official Image Submission for Women's History Month

The Women's History Month Committee is now accepting submissions for the official image for Women's History Month 2018! The posters will be prominently displayed throughout the University and the community and the artist's name will accompany her/his image on the poster and t-shirts for the month. The winning artist will receive a matted and framed copy of the poster and recognition at the closing event of Women's History Month as well as on their social media platforms. All undergraduate and graduate students enrolled at The University of Memphis may submit their pieces. All entries must be received by December 14, 2017 at 11:59 pm through the Women's History Month page in TigerZone. If you have any further questions, email umemphiswhm@gmail.com

Applications & Acknowledgments
Complete to Compete

Registration is NOW OPEN for ALL students! Be sure to register as soon as possible to ensure you get the classes that you need for Spring Semester 2018.

Students who register by November 24th are eligible for one of five $250 book scholarship drawings! 

Follow Complete to Compete, University of Memphis on Facebook for other scholarship opportunities!

RA Positions Available for the Spring

We are currently looking for Resident Advisors for the Spring semester.Please recommend students you believe are capable as well as applying yourself!  

Image description Apply Today - Tiger Talent Goes Green!

Are you an undergraduate student interested in pursuing a career in the Green/Sustainability Industry? Apply for Tiger Talent Goes Green! Tiger Talent Goes Green is a one-day experimental learning/job shadowing experience. You gain career insight and exposure to professional work enviornments without the long term commitment of an internship and you can earn a $100 stipend! 

Areas of interest include: Renewable Energy Production, Energy Efficiency, Enviornmental Management/Recycling, Natual Resource Conservation, Enviornmental Compliance, Education and Training, and Public Awareness. For more information, contact Yolanda Dillard

Congressman Steven Cohen Internship Opportunity

Congressman Steven Cohen has an internship oppurtunity avaliable in public policy, public administration, social services, history and english! This is a non-paid internship avaliable for academic credit. If interested please email your resume and cover letter to victori.douglas@mail.house.gov

Registration for Spring 2017 Advising Appointment- Schedule Today!

Advising Appointment Scheduling is open! Schedule your appointment today to get your classes scheduled!  If you use the GUIDE App, you can schedule your appointment through the app! For more information contact Dan Bureau at dabureau@memphis.edu 

Need Child Care? Open Spots Are Avaliable at UofM Child Care Development Center!

When you're a student parent, it's nice to have a place you can trust to take your toddler or child while you focus on college. The University of Memphis, Child Care Develpoment Center is currenlty enrolling students at ages 30 months to 12 yrs. Come play, learn and grow with us! For more information, please contact Margaret Scott at 901.678.5059 or mascott1@memphis.edu

Want to Appeal Your Parking Ticket in Person?

In person parking ticket appeals each week!

When: Every Wednesday

TIme: 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Location: UC 359

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