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From mid-September through the end of October, Penn State units at campuses across the commonwealth will be holding events in honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated annually from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 as a time to honor and celebrate the historic background, culture, heritage and many influences of the Hispanic and Latino communities throughout the years.
The unifying theme for this year’s observances is “Unidos en la Diversidad: Celebrating our Roots and Honoring our Heritage," chosen by the University Park Hispanic Heritage Month organizing committee. "Unidos en la Diversidad" means "United in Our Diversity."
In September 1968, the U.S. Congress authorized then-President Lyndon B. Johnson to proclaim National Hispanic Heritage Week, which was observed on Sept. 15 and 16. Congress expanded the observance in 1989 to a month-long celebration, when the U.S. celebrates the culture and traditions of those who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico, and the Spanish-speaking nations of Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.
Sept. 15 was chosen as the starting point for the celebration because it is the anniversary of the independence of five Latin American countries: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on Sept. 16 and 18, respectively.
The Hispanic Heritage Month at Penn State website has more information about events organized by the Hispanic Heritage Committee and a list of Latino student organizations at University Park.
Events
Undergraduate Opportunities
Graduate Opportunities
Scholarships
Faculty & Staff
Report Bias
Office Hours
"Bridging Cultures and Science: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage and LGBTQ+ Pride" - Dr. Hector Aguilar-Carreno
Thursday, Oct. 3, 6 p.m., 102 Benkovic Building
Sponsored by the Eberly College of Science’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion and Rainbow Science Network, the Penn State Center for Infectious Disease Dynamics, and the Penn State College of Earth and Mineral Sciences’ Office of Diversity and Inclusion. A reception will be held after the talk, open to all Penn State students, faculty and staff.
Office of Diversity & Inclusion Kudos Initiative
At the Eberly College of Science, the people within our community represent the critical anchors that allow us to succeed with respect to our mission and core values. Your exemplary contributions deserve recognition, and we invite nominations for “kudos” to amplify the visibility of our extraordinary community.
The Kudos series recognizes faculty, staff, postdocs, and graduate and undergraduate students for college-related work they’ve done that goes above and beyond their job duties (for employees) or their academic responsibilities (for students). Kudos nominations are based on the college’s Code of Mutual Respect and Cooperation.
The Spark Program
Looking to get involved academically this semester?
The Spark program is for highly motivated students who want to make the most of their Penn State experience.
This program meets once a week virtually for seven weeks and is open to first, second, and third-year students from any Penn State campus. Students will leave the program with an updated resume and a draft of their personal statement that can be used for future fellowship or graduate school applications.
This program will help students:
define personal, academic, and career goals
gain access to highly sought after experiences such as research,
international study, community service, and leadership
identify fellowships and funding opportunities that support goals
7th Annual Cancer Research Day
Dates: Saturday, October 19, 2024
Location: Ritenour Lower Level Collaborative Learning Space
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Penn State Cancer Institute invites undergraduate, graduate and medical students as well as residents, fellows, visiting and postdoctoral scholars, faculty and staff to the Seventh Annual Cancer Research Day hybrid event for a wonderful opportunity to collaborate with peers and learn more about cancer research careers. This year's program features oral talks from current cancer research trainees, a keynote speaker in an established cancer research career, and a poster session. If registrants express interest in attending remotely, only keynote and trainee speaker sessions will be live-streamed.
The Women of Color Empowerment Group (WOCE) is a discussion group for both graduate and undergraduate students. Our goal is to provide a supportive space to center on the experiences of Women of Color on a majority White campus. Our intent is for attendees to explore topics such as identity, relationships and more; to empower and enhance their voice; and to fully embrace their Penn State experience through academic excellence and relationship-building. This group is not intended for journalistic, research or course credit purposes. Information shared during these private meetings is considered confidential.
Eberly Community Paint Night
Dates: Thursday, September 26
Location: Ritenour Lower Level Collaborative Learning Space
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Eberly Graduate Students, celebrate one month down by joining us for a relaxing evening social in the Ritenour Building. Connect and socialize in community with your peers from across Eberly while also enjoying a fun night of painting together - all supplies and dinner included!
Please register using the survey button below by 12:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 24th to guarantee your free dinner at the event!
Graduate Empowerment and Equity Series
Penn State’s Gender Equity Center (GenEq) are hosting a Graduate Empowerment and Equity Series in collaboration with the Office of Graduate Educational Equity Programs (OGEEP). The goal of these sessions is to educate you on how to embody empowerment as an advocate for yourself and others in our community. Come collaborate with us at these sessions:
Wednesday, September 25, 12:00-1:00 pm
Setting Boundaries and Building Healthy Relationships
Wednesday, October 23, 12:00-1:00 pm
Lend a Hand: Supporting Your Friends in Crisis
Both sessions will be held in 107 Pasquerilla Center (Memorial Lounge), and lunch will be provided! See the attached flyer for more details.
Free Online Workshops for Graduate Students on Preparing a Research Presentation
Presenting your research is an opportunity for you not only to communicate your scientific work but also to establish your scientific reputation. If you are a graduate student or other young researcher in science and
engineering, you are invited to attend a series of free online workshops on how to make your research presentations more understandable, memorable, and persuasive. Beginning 24 September 2024, the following one-hour workshops will be held on three consecutive Tuesdays:
1. September 24: Structuring Your Research Presentation
2. October 1: Creating Effective Slides: Assertion-Evidence Approach
3. October 8: Delivering Your Presentations with Confidence
To accommodate schedules of graduate students at different institutions, each workshop will be held at three different times: 09:00, 12:00, and 15:00 (EST). If you would like to participate in one of these series of free online workshops, please register below. Penn State students can earn a credentialing badge in the course.
AED Superstore Scholarship
The AED Superstore Scholarship Program provides two $1,000 scholarships annually to students interested in public health and safety. To apply, students must write an essay on the importance of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) and how they can help save lives. This scholarship is available to undergraduate and graduate students in health-related fields.
Deadline: December 1, 2024.
Barry Goldwater Scholarship
The Barry Goldwater Scholarship is for sophomores and juniors committed to research careers in the natural sciences, mathematics, or engineering. This scholarship offers up to $7,500 per year to help cover tuition, books, and other educational expenses. Beyond financial aid, scholars gain recognition for their academic excellence and join a network of peers passionate about research and innovation.To be considered for University nomination, you must submit a pre-application in the Goldwater application system by October 7, 2024.025.
LGBTQ+ Scholarships Now Open
Deadline to Apply: December 20, 2024
The Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity offers multiple scholarships to Penn State students who are interested in and have shown a commitment to the Penn State LGBTQ+ community. Each scholarship has specific requirements for eligibility, including financial status, academic standing, and current and future involvement in the LGBTQ+ community on Penn State campuses. Monies will be awarded for the spring 2025 semester.
Launch of Faculty Resource Networks
The College of Engineering, College of Earth and Mineral Science, and Eberly College of Science are excited to announce a new initiative to launch cross-college faculty resource networks. The purpose of these networks will be to connect faculty across or within colleges who share similar needs, interests, identities, backgrounds, etc. We have been working on this initiative for quite some time now, reviewing research and evidence-based best practices while also learning from faculty. As a cross-college initiative, we will be able to support larger networks and provide support to more specialized
populations.
Look for more information soon about the background work and the upcoming launch of these collaborative networks. In the meantime, feel free to let me know what you think and if you have an idea for a specific group that you’d like to see supported by this initiative.
David L. Simpson
Associate Dean for Diversity and Inclusion
The Red Folder Toolkit
**Updated course module for Fall 2024!**
Students may experience different levels of distress across various areas of their lives. The type and amount of distress they are experiencing will require different actions and resources.
The Red Folder initiative is a guide to help faculty, staff, student leaders, and others who interact with students to recognize, respond effectively to, and refer Penn State students in distress.
The Red Folder initiative is more than a website and a folder! Complete the Faculty & Staff Red Folder Toolkit for a comprehensive orientation to helping students experiencing distress at Pennsylvania State University.
Autumn Cookies & Craft Staff Event
You're Invited to join the Eberly College of Science Climate and Diversity Staff Subcommittee and the Staff Advisory Committee for a Cider, Cookies, and Crafts event on Monday, Sept. 30th from 11:30 a.m - 1:00 p.m. in the lower level of the Ritenour Building.
This is a chance for staff to meet our new deans and connect with college leadership while enjoying crafts, coloring, puzzles, and sweet treats. Come have a cup of hot cider and connect with colleagues!
Report Bias
Office of the Vice Provost for Educational Equity
24 Hour Hotline 1-800-560-1637
A bias is an action or behavior committed against another person or property that is motivated by a person's bias or prejudice. If you experience, witness, or learn of a bias incident...REPORT IT.
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