2008

Volunteer as a Conversation Partner for an International Student

Meet for one hour each week with an international student studying English at the University of Florida English Language Institute. Help them practice their English and learn or practice a new language.
Contact Kristen at eliconversation@gmail.com or call (352) 392-3354.

Filed under Newsletter, Global on May 11, 2008.

Student Members for University Committees

The University of Florida encourages student involvement through participation and membership on committees that advise the administration on important issues. A list of committees can be found on the Provost’s website at http://www.aa.ufl.edu/committees/#presidential
If you are interested in being considered for an appointment to a university committee complete the online application at the following website: http://www.dso.ufl.edu/vpsa/
Students […]

Filed under Leadership, Newsletter on May 11, 2008.

Research with InvestiGators

There are currently research positions being offered with the InvestiGators, dealing with nutrition and metabolism.  The InvestiGators are a research group comprised of students from various disciplines who are interested in meaningful research.  The group is under the direction of Dr. Peggy Borum. InvestiGators is made up of three teams: the Carnitine Team (research dealing with […]

Filed under Research, Newsletter on May 11, 2008.

Summer A/C Dates

Monday, May 12: Summer A/C classes begin
Tuesday, May 13 (by 11:59 p.m.): Last day to drop a course or withdraw from summer A/C without fee liability.
Students are responsible for all summer A/C classes that remain on their schedules after May 13 at 11:59 p.m. Please confirm that your schedule is accurate. You can verify your […]

Filed under Registrar, Newsletter on May 11, 2008.

UF in Darmstadt program

The UF in Darmstadt program offers students a very affordable opportunity to earn three credits studying abroad in Germany. Students will spend fourteen days (June 18-July 2,2008) studying with faculty and students at the Technical University of Darmstadt, Germany. For more information, contact Dr. Mark Tillman (mtillman@hhp.ufl.edu) or Dr. Charles Byrd (cbyrd@hhp.ufl.edu).

Filed under Study Abroad, Newsletter on May 11, 2008.

UF SIFE/SUF MPAA Anti-Piracy Campaign

Movie piracy is a significant problem for movie producers and can lead to legal consequences for individuals who engage in it.  The University of Florida Students in Free Enterprise and Upstart Films at UF teamed up to produce a public service announcement that takes a humorous look at the issue. Please view the video here
http://youtube.com/watch?v=TGwDFSuteqA.

Filed under Student Organizations, Newsletter on May 11, 2008.

UF SIFE Entrepreneurship podcast series

In an effort to celebrate and promote entrepreneurship, the University of Florida Students in Free Enterprise team, in conjunction with CHEP (www.chep.com), created a series of podcast interviews showcasing current and former UF student entrepreneurs. These entrepreneurs discuss how they started their own businesses by applying their creativity and classroom knowledge. Get inspired to start your own […]

Filed under Academic, Newsletter on May 11, 2008.

Coalition of Hispanics Integrating Spanish Speakers through Advocacy and Service

The Coalition of Hispanics Integrating Spanish Speakers through Advocacy and Service (CHISPAS) is a new organization on campus looking for you to join!We cater to the Hispanic/Latino immigrant community and advocate by doing political, social and cultural events on and off campus. This is a great way to give back to a deserving community of […]

Filed under Student Organizations on May 11, 2008.

UF Office for Student Financial Affairs (SFA) Summer Info

From May 12th to 16th, SFA’s beginning-of-term office hours will be 8:15 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. M-F. Switchboard hours will be 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Students should go to ISIS (www.isis.ufl.edu) under “Financial Aid” to check their summer “Aid Status” and be sure they have completed all steps to ensure proper disbursement of aid, […]

Filed under Financial, Newsletter on May 11, 2008.

Graduating Seniors join the Sledd Society

Stay involved after you graduate: The Sledd Society is the University of Florida Alumni for Social Responsibility, a new, independent association of UF alumni dedicated to promoting social responsibility at UF. Learn more and sign up for our mailing list at: www.sledd.org 
 

Filed under Student Organizations on April 25, 2008.