September 2008
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From Director Ellen Goolsby
I am happy to introduce myself to all our current students through our new monthly newsletter! Welcome to Fall ‘08 semester! For some of you this year represents the winding-down of a fulfilling journey at NYU, for others, it’s merely the beginning. There will be challenges to meet deadlines, write papers, study and maintain your social schedule, and I know you will all overcome them...
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Internships
Washington Internships for Students of Engineering
Location: Washington DC Deadline: Early February Dates of Program: Early June to early August Eligibility: Must be a junior, senior, or entering final year of undergraduate studies in engineering (or computer science) Description: Each student researches and presents a paper on a topical engineering-related public policy issue that is important...
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Campus Resources
Center for Multicultural Education and Programs http://www.cmep.nyu.edu/ Kimmel Center, Suite 806 212.998.4343 Get info about social events, educational programs, and leadership opportunities to build community for students of color. Office of Student Activities http://www.osa.nyu.edu 7th Floor Kimmel Center 212.998.4700 Get info about community service opportunities and more than 300 student...
Leadership Opportunity
Peer Education is a premier leadership opportunity within the Division of Student Affairs that utilizes the expertise of students who are trained to provide educational programs and outreach in alignment with the mission of New York University. Peer Educators are full-time students in good academic standing who serve as a resource, referral agent, educator, and role model for other students....
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CSTEP Major: Biology
Considering an Undergraduate Major in Biology? If you are interested in learning more about the workings of life in all its varied forms and contemporary issues in life and environmental sciences, this may be the optimal major. You will have the opportunity to explore the various areas of current biology in an integrated yet diverse program that builds from a solid foundation of the basic...
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What's Happening: September
1 Labor Day 2 Fall Classes Begin • On-Campus Recruitment (OCR) Orientation 11pm-12pm @ Wasserman Center • Commuter Welcome Lunch 12:30 p.m. - 2 p.m. @ Kimmel • Interviewing Skills 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. @ Wasserman Center • Junior Back to the Square Reception 8 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. @ Kimmel 3 Resume and Cover Letter 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. @ Wasserman Center • LGBT Welcome Celebration 6:00 p.m. -...
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Study Tip of the Month: Note-taking
Learning to make notes effectively will help you to improve your study and work habits and to remember important information. Often, students are deceived into thinking that because they understand everything that is said in class they will therefore remember it. This is dead wrong. Write it down. As you make notes, you will develop skill in selecting important material and in discarding...