Penn State Chemistry Department Celebration of Women’s History Month- Movie and Discussion
Join the Penn State Chemistry Department on Thursday, March 23rd from to watch “Lessons from Life and the Laboratory” from the Science History Institute. Snacks and a panel discussion from women in science will follow the film. Visit the attached flyer to register and for more information.
Penn State student organizations and units at campuses across the commonwealth will be holding events in honor of National Women’s History Month in March. CLICK HERE for event information.
Upcoming Events!
Join the Office of Diversity and Inclusion for a Financial Literacy for After Graduation & Beyond discussion on Wednesday, March 22nd from 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. at 117 Thomas. CLICK HERE to view event details.
This one-day conference focuses on business initiatives in diversity by gathering corporate, academic, and community speakers. Conference participants gain knowledge and information about issues regarding diversity, awareness, and respect for oneself and others. Students have the opportunity to network with corporate representatives, explore career paths, and gain insight into the corporate climate of presenting companies. Review the agenda.
Justice Education Week is a week-long event which runs April 14-21, 2023. The week consists of different modalities of community engagement to bring awareness to the crisis of incarceration, its human impact, and build support for transformative educational movements in carceral settings and beyond. To learn more about the week's events, including how to register for each event, CLICK HERE.
Undergraduate Student Opportunities
HealthWorks, a peer health education program in Health Promotion and Wellness, is currently recruiting student volunteers to become Peer Health Educators for the 2023 – 2024 academic year. The deadline for applications is Monday, March 13th. Students from all majors are encouraged to apply. CLICK HERE to learn more and apply!
Applications now open for the Student Engagement Network Grant Program! For more information and to apply, CLICK HERE! The deadline to apply is Sunday, March 19th.
The Summer Success Scholarship helps students who have fallen behind in their degree program and would benefit from taking a summer course to get caught up but have financial challenges to doing so. The scholarship is available to students at all Penn State campuses. Students who receive the scholarship will receive $2,000 toward their summer tuition. For eligibility information and to apply, CLICK HERE. Applications for the Summer Success Scholarship are now open. The deadline to apply for the scholarship is Friday, April 21st.
Submissions for the 2023-2024 scholarship application is now open! The Office of the Vice Provost for Educational Equity facilitates the awarding of approximately eighty annual scholarships through a central application process. The Educational Equity Scholarships include support for students with disabilities, students with veteran status or military dependents, and students who further the inclusion, diversity, and equity initiatives of the University. To apply, CLICK HERE. Application deadline is Monday, May 1st.
Graduate Student Opportunities
Dow invites outstanding doctoral and postdoctoral scientists to apply by Sunday, April 30th for participation in the BEST Symposium - Building Engineering & Science Talent. For additional information or to apply today, CLICK HERE.
Job Opportunities
Representation in Science at Eberly Undergraduate Prehealth summer program (RiSE UP) needs Program Assistants for Summer 2023! Come support 15 incoming first year students as they get familiar with Penn State & jump-start their academics before the fall. To learn more about the program, please CLICK HERE.
Apply today for the PA Fish and Boat Commission's summer Fisheries Biologist Aide program. This is a fantastic opportunity to get hands-on research experience and to make connections with the State's environmental sector. Seasonal positions like FBAs provide excellent opportunities to gain experience working on a variety of projects for a state fisheries agency.
To apply, applicants should submit a cover letter describing their interest in fisheries work with PFBC, a resume, and contact information for three references. This information can be submitted via email to Doug Fischer, doufischer@pa.gov.
Office of Diversity and Inclusion Office Hours
Schedule office hours with Dr. Finch, Samia, and Kennedy on Starfish!
Dr. Finch's office hours are Tuesday and Friday; Samia's office hours are Monday, Tuesday and Friday; Kennedy's office hours are Wednesday and Thursday. Make an appointment here!
