Opportunties and Activities

This is a post the Mentoring Program hopes to complete each week. It will give you information on various programs, activities, and other opportunities (ex: scholarships) across campus. Please check it out by clicking on the link, "Click to read more".


Merson Center Lecture Series
The Wartime Election of 2004
January 13-14, 2006
9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Mershon Center for International Security Studies, Room 120

The Mershon Center, the Department of Political Science and the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences are pleased to present “The Wartime Election of 2004,” a conference intended to foster an intellectual interchange on the 2004 election, examining the effect of foreign policy on the election within the context of other aspects of the 2004 campaign. Papers will be presented in Room 120 at the Mershon Center on Friday, January 13 and Saturday, January 14. If you would like to attend, and wish to have lunch provided for you, please RSVP to: mcadams.19@osu.edu by Friday, January 6. Additional details will be forthcoming on the Mershon Center website, www.mershon.ohio-state.edu.


Healthy Asian Youth Program (HAY 2) Seeks Volunteers
We are seeking committed and responsible college students to take part as volunteer teacher/mentors. Teachers will work with young students and spend time identifying and addressing the trials and tribulations of adolescence, as well as each student's academic needs. Besides the enormous experiential benefits, volunteers will receive written records of hours, professional references based on performance, free personal and business leadership trainings, among others. The program seeks the best possible candidates from any socioeconomic and ethnic background who follow the following criteria:

*Able to volunteer from 4:30 to 8:30 PM on Thursdays from January to the middle of June.

*Attend a mandatory information session/orientation on the following dates:
January 7th (Saturday) from 3:30-6:30 PM in the Conference Room in the 4th floor Multicultural Center of the Ohio Union. Food from Hong Kong Buffet will be provided!
January 16 (Monday) from 2-4 PM outside of the Ohio Union East Ballrooms, HAY 2 will have an informational booth after MLK Jr. Day of Service.
January 19th (Thursday) from 6-9 PM at AACS, Suite 301, 4100 N High St, Columbus, OH 43214. Food from Hong Kong Buffet will be provided!

Please send your name, contact information, and ability to fit above criteria to AACS Youth Director, Dr. Judy Yeh at healthyasianyouth2@gmail.com as soon as possible to ensure potential position candidacy. Candidates will then be contacted and further informed about this opportunity.

"The Good Body" at the Wexner Center
Get your tickets now for the only Ohio performances of Eve Ensler's "The Good Body." Ensler, the creator of "The Vagina Monologues" (which played to full houses here in 2001), turns her unique eye on the rest of the female form in a series of monologues representing women from Bombay to Beverly Hills. Tickets for this are sure to go fast, so reserve your seats now. Tickets are available at the Wexner Center Ticket Office or online at www.ticketmaster.com. Ensler will perform "The Good Body" January 10–15 with talk back sessions after the January 10 and 12 performances.

Emerging Leaders Retreat 2006
Coca-Cola, The Ohio Union, and the SOURCE are proud to once again offer the Emerging Leaders Retreat Weekend. The Emerging Leaders Retreat Weekend is a free weekend leadership retreat for emerging first- and second-year undergraduate student organization members. Our goal is to provide two days of activities that will boost leadership, goal setting skills, facilitate community building, engage and motivate emerging leaders in Ohio State's student organizations. The retreat will take place the weekend of February 25-26, 2006 at Camp Kern (near Cincinnati). Students may be nominated by an advisor or another member of their organization OR students may apply. Nomination/application forms are available online at www.ohiounion.osu.edu or in Ohio Union Room 211. Completed nomination/application forms are due to Colette Masterson, Student Activities Office, Room 211 Ohio Union by 5pm on January 13, 2006. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Colette at masterson.6@osu.edu or 247-5860.

Academic Enrichment Grants
Applications for the 2005-2006 Academic Enrichment Grants available online, sponsored by USG

As a representative of the student body, Undergraduate Student Government USG recognizes that the academic experience is not limited to the classroom. In conjunction with the university administrations dedication to and support of academic enhancement, USG is proud to offer fifty $500 Academic Enrichment Grants for the 2005-2006 school year. Funds are available for students of all undergraduate majors and can be utilized for a variety of purposes, including, but not limited to, research, creative work, and professional development. Some examples of fundable expenses are Travel, Media & Technology Support, and Materials & Supplies. Apply today! The deadline is January 18, 2006. Contact Kyle Fox at fox.405@osu.edu or check out the website : http://www.usg.osu.edu/article.asp?id51 for more information.

GEICO Scholarship

It is with great pleasure that Ohio State University is invited to participate in GEICO’s 2006 Achievement Awards program. This program provides a $1,000 scholarship to one (1) outstanding sophomore or junior. Our program objectives are to encourage student achievement in major fields related to the operations of an insurance company, and for students to recognize GEICO as an employer of choice for post-graduation career opportunities.

The recipients of the Achievement Awards may be recommended by your faculty or staff. Guidelines for student recommendation, and ultimately selection are:
*Sophomore or junior at a four-year, accredited college or university
*Has achieved a 3.0 or better, overall grade point average
*Has made valuable contributions in his/her field, campus and/or community
*Has a financial need
*We are interested in working with you to disseminate this information to your students.

All application information must be submitted to GEICO and postmarked no later than March 17, 2006. The scholarship will be awarded this spring.

GEICO is pleased to conduct this awards program in cooperation with the Ohio State University academic community. Your participation enhances our business-academic relationship. Please call me at 301.986.3266 if you have any questions pertaining to the GEICO Achievement Awards program.

CONTACT:
Lauren Hiegel
College Recruiting Team
Phone: 800-824-5404 x3266
Fax: 301-986-3092
LHiegel@geico.com

Please contact the Mentoring Program office for an application

Resident Advisor Applications Available
"BE SOMETHING GREAT" -- The Office of University Housing is now accepting Resident Advisor applications for the 2006-2007 academic year. The Resident Advisor position is a multi-faceted leadership opportunity for students to grow, develop and enhance the OSU experience for thousands of students. Students committed to academics, involvement, diversity, wellness, and building relationships should visit www.housing.osu.edu to find out more about this exciting opportunity! The application deadline is January 20, 2006. Please contact Kristin Mehl, Chairperson of Paraprofessional Selection at mehl.34@osu.edu with questions.

JP Morgan Chase/UNCF Corporate Scholars Program
Eligibility Requirements:
- Undergraduate Sophomore (Classification)
- 3.0 GPA
- Majors: Business, Finance, Economics, Accounting, Mathematics, Computer Science/MIS, Software Engineering, Marketing, Operations Management
- UNCF Member Colleges and Universities, Selected HBCUs and majority institutions (Ohio State students of color are eligible to apply)

Internship Locations: New York & Chicago
Application Deadline: Tuesday, January 31, 2006

Internship Details: The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) and JPMorgan Chase have partnered to provide rising juniors enrolled in baccalaureate degree
programs valuable work experiences with JPMC as well as financial support during the following academic year. Successful completion of the 8-10 week
summer internship makes one eligible to receive a need based scholarship up to $10,000. Sites may be in JPMC locations in New York & Chicago. In addition to completing the online application, students must provide an official transcript, resume and faculty recommendation. THE APPLICATION DEADLINE IS AT MIDNIGHT January 31, 2006. Please find the JPMorgan Chase/UNCF Corporate Scholars Program online application web link at: http://www.uncf.org/scholarships/scholardetail.asp?Sch_ID=296

For details about different programs check out the JPMorgan Chase Careers website at: http://careers.jpmorganchase.com/ba-main.html

SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS
The information sessions will discuss the eligibility criteria, application process, and award for each scholarship program. Applications will be available as well. If you are not able to attend a session but are interested in learning more, please visit the Honors Collegium website or contact Dana Vredeveld at vredeveld.5@osu.edu.

Beinecke Graduate Scholarship for the Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences Thursday, January 5, 6:30pm, Kuhn 201 The Beinecke awards up to $32,000 towards graduate study in the Arts, Humanities, or Social Sciences. Competitive students will be in their Junior year with excellent academic records.

Ohio Board of Regents Graduate Fellowship Tuesday, January 10, 6:30pm, Kuhn Living Room The Ohio Board of Regents awards fellowships to Graduating Seniors pursuing graduate or professional studies at any college or university within the state of Ohio. Fellows must be Ohio residents.

Udall Undergraduate Scholarship for the Environment Wednesday, January 11, 5:00pm, Kuhn 201 Udall Scholars are Sophomores and Juniors planning careers committed to the environment. Scholars receive a monetary stipend and attend a leadership conference with other Udall Scholars from around the country.

http://honors-scholars.osu.edu/collegium

Summer Internship Opportunity at Georgetown University
The Institute for Responsible Citizenship is currently accepting applications for its summer program at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. Each summer, twelve of the most promising young minority male sophomores in the country are given the chance to travel to the nation’s capital and engage in prestigious internships while taking rigorous classes at Georgetown. The courses in government and economics are designed to provide these young men with the skills necessary to critically analyze the world’s problems while adhering to a deep respect for civil liberties. When the students are not in class or at work, they are often called upon to attend social functions designed to help them network in their field. Personal meetings with such leaders as Barack Obama, John Lewis, and Clarence Thomas are made possible by the intimate nature of the program.

The program runs from June 4 – July 29 and is a two-summer commitment. Tuition and housing are paid for by the Institute, while students are expected to pay for their transportation and food. In addition, those not placed in paid internships will receive a stipend in the amount of $2500. While there are no major requirements, the program focuses on attracting young men interested in the fields of law, politics, business, academics, and the ministry. You should be a sophomore to apply, however, juniors are considered if they are committed to attending graduate or professional school directly following their senior year. More information, along with the application, can be found on the web at http://www.i4rc.org. The application deadline is February 1, 2006.

Ohio State Leadership Awards Applications Available
Applications are available now for the 45th Annual Leadership Awards which will be held on May 12, 2006 in the Ohio Union Ballrooms. The Ohio State University has recognized hundreds of leaders who give of their time, talent and energy to better our community throughout the years. It is our honor to celebrate the people who strive to make a difference as leaders, scholars and students. This year we will recognize students in the following awards categories:

Outstanding First-Year Student Award
Outstanding Senior Award
Outstanding Graduate Student Award
Outstanding Professional Student Award
Kaplan Humanitarian Award
Outstanding Student Organization Leader Award
Outstanding Student Organization Award
Outstanding Student Organization Program Award
Outstanding Student Organization Advisor Award
Outstanding Student Organization Website Award
Spirit of Ohio State

Applications and nomination forms are all available online and are due by February 3, 2006. Good luck! Check the website at http://www.ohiounion.osu.edu/studentorgs/leadership_award.asp for complete information or contact Jen Bossard at bossard.5@osu.edu or 292-8763 with any questions.

Delta Sigma Pi
Are you a business or pre-business student? Looking for a way to improve your professionalism, network with students, faculty and local executives, and have a great time too? Come Meet the Nu Chapter of Delta Sigma Pi, a co-ed professional business fraternity here in Fisher College of Business. We will be holding our Meet the Chapter events Wednesday January 4th and Thursday January 5th at 7:30pm in Schoenbaum room 330. There will be FREE PIZZA!!! So come hear all about us and bring your friends! If you have any questions please contact Laura Mauro at mauro.15@osu.edu.

Peer Library Tutors
WHO: Your fellow OSU students
WHAT: Here to answer your research-related questions and help you navigate the library
WHERE: Main (Thompson) Library, 1st floor reference desk and 2nd floor computer room
WHEN: Monday through Friday 9am-6pm
Check out the library website for more details www.library.osu.edu

Phi Kappa Phi Study Abroad Grant
Sponsored by The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
Grant applications to study abroad are now available from The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi. 38 $1000 study abroad grants are available for the 2006-2007 school year. In order to be eligible you must have at least a 3.5 gpa and have completed at least 56 semester hours but not more than 90 semester hours on or before January 15, 2006 to be eligible. You may complete an application online at www.phikappaphi.org or call the Phi Kappa Phi National Headquarters at 800.804.9880 ext. 15 with questions. The deadline to apply is February 15, 2006.

Phi Kappa Phi Graduate Fellowship
Sponsored by The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
Applications are now available for The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi Graduate Fellowships. 60 fellowships for $5000 and 40 excellence awards of $2000 are available for the 2006 school year. In order to be eligible you must have applied to enroll as a full-time student in a post-baccalaureate program of study. You may complete and download an application online at www.phikappaphi.org. Applications are to be submitted to Cheria V. Dial in the University Honors & Scholars Center by February 1, 2006. Contact Cheria V. Dial at dial.3@osu.edu for more information.

Sphinx Senior Honorary Applications Available
Sphinx Senior Honorary for men and women was founded at The Ohio State University in 1907, and is the oldest honorary society on campus. Since its inception, Sphinx remains one of the most prestigious honoraries with high esteem and respect from faculty, staff, students, and alumni. Sphinx members and alumni carry out the traditions of Sphinx and represent the student pride in The Ohio State University. The objectives of Sphinx are to recognize and honor students who have shown success in various fields of endeavor and to create a bond of fellowship in which each individual will use his or her abilities to enhance and promote the best interests of The Ohio State University. Selection for Sphinx is based upon scholarship, leadership and direct service to the campus community. Each class of Sphinx is limited to no more than 24 students who fulfill these criteria and have notable achievements in various fields of endeavor.

Additional requirements:
* a minimum 2.75 CPHR (verified at the end of Winter Quarter 2006)
* at least 90 credit hours after Autumn 2005
* plan to graduate any quarter after Summer 2006

The application deadline is February 17, 2006. Applications are available at Kuhn Honors & Scholars House. Feel free to email Joe Ielapi at ielapi.1@osu.edu with questions.

Submit an Original Script to Reel Productions
Scripts Due for Feature Length Film!
Sponsored by Reel Buckeye Productions
Thursday, January 5th, Before 4:00pm, 1089 Drake Union
Submit a Script to be a Feature-Length Film!!

Reel Buckeye Productions, a student organization on campus, will be selecting a student-written script and turning it into a feature-length film! This is an amazing learning experience for everyone involved as all the production, designing, marketing, directing, shooting, and editing will be done by students. We had a successful project in 2004, and we need your help to do it again! Script Submissions are due Thursday, January 5th, so start working
now!! Please contact Amira Soliman at

ReelBuckeye@yahoo.com - To receive an informational packet complete with basic guidelines, deadline, and entry form. This is a great project to get involved in, don't miss out on the opportunity!