Chancellor's Associates Scholars Program
e-Newsletter | May 2019
Community Corner
Welcoming our newly admitted Chancellor's Associates Scholars at our CASP Freshman Induction Ceremony at the Jackie Robinson Family YMCA 
(PC: CASP Office)
Greetings 

We are halfway through the Spring Quarter! We had the opportunity to welcome our newly admitted freshman scholars last weekend and look forward to meeting our incoming transfer students this month. In this month's newsletter, we have information about spring commencement ceremony, graduation ceremonies, summer opportunities, and more. 

Congratulations to our April newsletter contest winners who received a CASP water bottle and PopSocket Didn't get a chance last month?  Make sure to read through the entire newsletter for more opportunities to win CASP swag.

Visit the CASP day-to-day calendar of events to keep up-to-date with CASP events, resources, and other opportunities.

As always, feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns at casp@ucsd.edu, (858) 534-8366 or stop by the CASP office on the 5th Floor of the Student Services Center (suite #555).

TopIn this issue you will find:

CASP EVENTS, REQUIREMENTS, AND INFORMATION:
OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS: 
OPPORTUNITIES:
MATH AND WRITING SUPPORT:


(858) 534 - 8366
5th Floor Student Services Center, Suite #555



ImportantDatesIMPORTANT SPRING QUARTER DATES




Friday, May 10th


Deadline to drop a class with a "W." Please visit your College academic advising office for more information regarding drop deadline.


Monday, May 27th


Memorial Day observance - All offices and campus closed

Wednesday, June 4th


CASPgrad Celebration - If you are a graduating student, come to receive your CASP graduation medallion and celebrate with Chancellor Khosla and the CASP community!


Friday, June 7th


Instruction ends

CASP Study Jam taking place from 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM at the CASP office (Student Services Center, #555)

Saturday, June 8th - Friday, June 14th


Finals Week

Friday, June 14th


Spring Quarter ends

Saturday, June 15th - Sunday, June 16th


Commencement Weekend

FROSHInductionCASPCALLING VOLUNTEERS FOR CASP 2019 TRANSFER INDUCTION CEREMONY
Would you like to give back to the CASP community and help us welcome incoming transfer CASP students? Do you want to share your experience as a CASP student with incoming admitted students, and their families?
Then keep reading below!  

**NOTE DATE CHANGE**
WHAT: Volunteer Opportunity for CASP Students
WHY: Because the CASP community needs you :)
WHEN:  Transfer Induction Ceremony -  Friday, May 24, 2019 from 12:00 - 6:30 p.m. (two 3-hour shifts will be available during sign-up) Click here to volunteer!

 
Questions? Contact casp@ucsd.edu or (858) 534-8366

CASPgradRSVP FOR 2019 CASPGRAD CELEBRATION
Are you graduating this year? Then make sure to join us on June 4th celebrate your achievements with us the week before graduation! 
Chancellor Khosla will be hosting an intimate celebration of your accomplishments as a CASP graduate. This event is for all our graduation CASP scholarship recipients and CASP student staff!



CapNGownCLASS OF 2019 - CASP CAP AND GOWNS LENDING PROGRAM 
ATTENTION CASP CLASS OF 2019 - CASP will be having it's inaugural Cap and Gown lending program this year!

CASP Scholars will be eligible to receive a graduation cap (for you to keep) and be lent a graduation gown. Limited while supplies last on a first come, first served basis. Check out the flyer for more information!

Question? Contact Maria "Ria" Rodriguez at m4rodriguez@ucsd.edu


linkedinCASP ALUMNI - JOIN OUR LINKEDIN GROUP
Class2019CLASS OF 2019 - COMMENCEMENT INFORMATION
At the 90-minute  All Campus Commencement Chancellor Pradeep K. Khosla will officially confer degrees by academic division upon graduates of the six undergraduate colleges, Graduate Division and professional schools.

Keynote Speaker: Madeleine K. Albright
When Madeleine K. Albright was named the sixty-fourth secretary of state in 1997, she became, at that time, the highest-ranking woman in the history of the US government. Appointed by former president Bill Clinton and serving until 2001, she reinforced America's alliances, advocated for democracy and human rights, and promoted American trade, business, labor, and environmental standards abroad.  From 1993 to 1997, Albright served as the US permanent representative to the United Nations and was a member of the president's cabinet. She is a professor in the practice of diplomacy at the Georgetown University School of Foreign Service. Albright is chair of Albright Stonebridge Group, a global strategy firm, and chair of Albright Capital Management LLC, an investment advisory firm focused on emerging markets. She also chairs the National Democratic Institute, serves as the president of the Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation and is a member of the US Department of Defense's Defense Policy Board.  In 2012, she was chosen by former president Barack Obama to receive the nation's highest civilian honor, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, in recognition of her contributions to international peace and democracy. Albright immigrated to the United States from Czechoslovakia at age eleven, and is the granddaughter of Holocaust victims.

Tickets
Guest tickets are  not required  for All Campus Commencement nor the college, Graduate Division, or professional school ceremonies.  Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Ceremonies
  • All Campus Commencement - Saturday, June 15th - 9:00 a.m. at RIMAC Field
  • All undergraduate college ceremonies are held at RIMAC Field.
    • Saturday, June 15th
      • Earl Warren College - 1:30 p.m.
      • John Muir College - 5:00 p.m.
    • Sunday, June 16th
      • Sixth College - 8:00 a.m.
      • Revelle College - 11:30 a.m.
      • Thurgood Marshall College - 3:00 p.m.
      • Eleanor Roosevelt College - 6:30 p.m.
Don't forget to file for your degree.

edssummerSUMMER SESSION COURSE TAUGHT BY FORMER CASP EDS INSTRUCTOR
Looking for a course to take over the summer to complete a requirement? Consider taking LTEN 149 taught by one of our former EDS instructors! Check out the flyer below for more information!


TimeManagementTIME MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP
RingCeremony2019 JACOBS SCHOOL RING CEREMONY
CASP MONTHLY GIVEAWAY
Want a chance to win CASP swag? This month, we'll be giving away a limited-edition purple Fiat Lux shirt and a CASP Water Bottle.

Want to claim one? Send us an email at  casp@ucsd.edu  
 with the subject line "CASP Newsletter Winner" and the first 15 people will receive a fiat lux shirt* and CASP water bottle.

* Limited sizes are available for shirts

SBTutorAppAPPLY TO BE AN OASIS SUMMER BRIDGE TUTOR
commonshiringTEACHING + LEARNING COMMONS HIRING FOR SUMMER/FALL 2019

The Teaching + Learning Commons is now recruiting for fall and summer 2019 positions.
 
The Supplemental Instruction (SI), Study Group Leader, Content, and Metacognitive - Learning Strategies Tutoring position campaigns are now active in the Instructional Assistant Data Management System.  Please use this link to locate the applications for each of these hiring areas,  https://academicaffairs.ucsd.edu/Modules/ASES/OpenPositions.aspx
 
Please be sure to search for Teaching + Learning Commons (under Unit, column heading) and then look under the Description column heading for the correct position (e.g. SI Leader, Content or Learning Strategies Tutor, Study Group Leader). 
 
There are multiple campaigns and to be considered for summer 2019 and/or fall 2019. You will need to apply to both terms (the term is designated under the Quarter column heading).
 
If you are selected for a position, you are required to attend mandatory training sessions. Training dates will be determined once positions for summer and fall are filled. Summer quarter work may require training during spring quarter 2019.

Interviewing and hiring will be conducted on a rolling basis until all positions have been filled. 

For more information about these positions, please visit commons.ucsd.edu.
 

UCSDCommencementUC SAN DIEGO COMMENCEMENT - CAPS AND GOWNS AT THE BOOKSTORE
The culmination of your hard work and perseverance as an undergrad is here!
CONGRATULATIONS to our Triton class of 2019! 

Starting March 6, you will need to register at commencement.ucsd.edu. Once you complete your registration, you will be prompted to visit The Bookstore's  Grad Central page for your cap and gown options. 

Visit the Bookstore for  Grad Fair, May 7-9 from 10am - 5:30pm  each day. This is the time to pick up your cap and gown that you have pre-ordered. If you haven't pre-ordered, don't worry, you can purchase them on the spot. 

GRAD FAIR SPECIAL : purchase a Silver, Gold, or Platinum Triton Grad Pack before the end of Grad Fair (May 9) and receive an  ADDITIONAL $15 off !

Grad Nite, May 8 from 6pm - 9pm , is your time to celebrate. Join the Bookstore on the red carpet with all the Grad Fair vendors, PLUS free food, lots of free giveaways, music from our friends at UCSD DVC,
a free photo booth by  Mission Photo Booth, a decorate your grad cap station, and meet King Triton! It's a fun evening just for you!

RMTLOASIS RESEARCH METHODOLOGY TRAINING LABORATORY (RMTL) FELLOWSHIP
POWWOWUC SAN DIEGO 9TH ANNUAL POWWOW

The UC San Diego 9th Annual Powwow showcases the culture and traditions of Native American communities from Southern California and around the country. San Diego County is home to the largest number of Native American reservations in the country and this event highlights the strong historical traditions that are alive and well in Native American tribal communities. The powwow will include key elements, such as cultural songs and dances, beautiful handmade regalia, recognition of distinguished tribal members, and community outreach. There will be plenty of native foods, artwork, jewelry and more.

For further questions, please reach out to Erica Johnson at  erjohnson@ucsd.edu .


smcontestLOOK DEEPER SOCIAL MEDIA CONTEST
What is it:
A social media contest that runs from Apr. 1-11. Grand prize is $250 Bookstore gift card; additional prizes include t-shirts, posters and buttons with the Look Deeper designs.

How to enter: 
Post a photo or video on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter that demonstrates an example of how you looked beyond the surface to solve a problem or make our world a better
place. Describe the project and its impact in the caption. Be sure to tag #lookdeeperucsd and @UCSanDiego to be entered. Check out the UC San Diego social accounts for examples.

WINNERS WILL RECEIVE A GRAND PRIZE OF A $250 BOOKSTORE GIFT CARD, T-SHIRT, POSTER, AND MORE

For further questions, please reach out to Erin Shepler at  eshepler@ucsd.edu .


parentstudyspaceSTUDENT PARENT STUDY SPACE
cobellCOBELL SCHOLARSHIP
Students who are members of federally recognized tribes are eligible for the Cobell Scholarship. The scholarship provides up to... 

For the regular academic year (March 31 st deadline): 
  • $5000 for undergraduate students 
  • $10000 for graduates

For the summer (May 3rd deadline):

  • $2500 for undergraduate students
  • $5000 for graduate students

This scholarship is particularly useful to CASP students during the summer, CASP students who have gone beyond the time limit for the CASP scholarship, and CASP students who are starting graduate school. 


 

For more information and to apply, visit https://cobellscholar.org/.


 HARVARD2019 - 2020 HARVARD IMMIGRATION RESEARCH FELLOWS PROGRAM NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
The Harvard Immigration Initiative is now accepting applications for a one-year immigration research fellowship program. The Immigration Fellows Program is designed for advanced-level graduate students in the social sciences and humanities who are writing immigration related dissertations. 

As part of the program, fellows will meet regularly to present and receive feedback on their work throughout the academic year. Fellows will also receive professional development, job market support, and mentoring. Each fellow will receive a $6,000 stipend. 

Note: "Applicants must have advanced to candidacy by July 1, 2019."

The deadline to apply is  May 15, 2019.  Notifications will be sent by June 7, 2019.

How to apply:

Interested applicants should send the following to professor Roberto Gonzales ( roberto_gonzales@gse.harvard.edu):
  • A cover letter detailing interest in the program
  • a research statement (1,000-1,200 words)
  • a curriculum vitae
  • a faculty letter of recommendation
soros2020PAUL & DAISY SOROS FELLOWSHIPS FOR NEW AMERICANS
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Every year, The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans supports thirty New Americans, immigrants or the children of immigrants, who are pursuing graduate school in the United States.

Who is eligible for the Fellowship? The P.D. Fellowship is open to US Citizens who are the children of two immigrants, green card holders, and naturalized US Citizens, including adoptees as well as current and former DACA recipients. It is not open to visa holders. In addition, applicants must be 30 or younger as of the November 1 deadline, and they must be planning on pursuing a graduate degree full-time in the United States in the 2019-2020 academic year. Applicants who are beyond the second year of the graduate program that they are seeking funding for as of the November deadline are not eligible.

Deadlines

Application for Class of 2019 - OPEN NOW
Application Deadline- November 1st, 2019 
Interviews - Late January, Early February 2020
Fellows Announced - Mid-April 2020



syepodcast2ND YEAR EXPERIENCE PODCAST
Listen to podcasts created especially for second-year students at UC San Diego, exploring second-year issues, topics, and challenges. Click here to learn more!

Topic include:
  • Healthy habits
  • Switching majors
  • Housing questions
  • Finding motivation
  • and more!
 OnlineTutoringTEACHING + LEARNING COMMONS - ONLINE TUTORING
 
The Teaching + Learning Commons are pleased to announce that their Online Tutoring program is now active for Spring Quarter!

 Tutors will be available for  Math 3C, 10A, 10B, 10C, 20A, 20C, 11 and 18 and Chemistry 6B and 6C tutoring.

For more information, please  click here  or visit their website and  commons.ucsd.edu .

writingWRITING HELP



 
Need help with a writing project? Want to be sure you understand the assignment? Want to talk through your ideas or get a second opinion on whether your point is coming across clearly? 
The Writing + Critical Expression Hub ("Writing Hub") can help!
 
Located in the Geisel Library, the Writing Hub offers every UC San Diego student free one-on-one help with any writing project-from cover letters to lab reports, research papers to grant proposals. Visit the Writing Hub to meet with a supportive, well-trained peer writing mentor who will help you gain perspective on what works and what can be improved in your writing.
 
The Writing + Critical Expression Hub | writinghub.ucsd.edu |  writinghub@ucsd.edu
 
Visit  http://writinghub.ucsd.edu to learn more

AcadToolsTOOLS FOR ACADEMIC SUCCESS
CASPsnapsCASPsnaps
Michele Ojeda, our CASP financial aid liaision/financial aid genius and Gompers Preparatory Academy student, Angel, officially accepting their Chancellor's Associates Scholarship at an outreach event (PC: Financial Aid Office) 
Although the academic school year isn't over, we're working and planning on welcoming our incoming class of 2019! We are very excited to meet our future scholars and see the CASP family expand more and more! 

For those that came to help us welcome incoming students at our Freshman Induction Ceremony, thank you for all your help! We couldn't have done it without your support.

Interested in volunteering? Contact the CASP office at casp@ucsd.edu or (858) 534-8366