April 2010 News Notes

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College of Business Advising Week for Rising Sophomores:

March 22nd - 26th

Advisors in the office of the Assistant Dean for the Undergraduate Program will be available to meet with you in Room 101, Mendoza College of Business Building on an individual appointment basis. You should call 574-631-6602 for an appointment.

College Of Science Information Sessions

The College of Science will also sponsor a special consultation period to answer individual questions: March 22nd - 26th

Biological Sciences (BIOS) and Environmental Science (ES)
Dr. Paul Grimstad--100 Galvin
Phone: 574-631-8502
Email: BIOSUADV@nd.edu

Chemistry (Chem)
Dr. Marya Lieberman--271 Stephan Chemistry Hall
Phone: 574-631-4655
Email: Marya.Lieberman.1@nd.edu

Biochemistry (BCHM)
Dr. Paul Huber--437 Stephan Chemistry Hall
Phone: 574-631-6041
Email: Paul.W.Huber.1@nd.edu

Math (MATH)
Professor Michael Gekhtman--128 Hayes-Healy
Phone: 574-631-7131
Email: mgekhtma@nd.edu

Physics (PHYS)
Dr. Anthony Hyder--189 Nieuwland Science Hall
Phone: 574-631-8591
Email: ahyder@nd.edu

Science-Business(SCBU), Science-Computing (SCCO) and Science-Education (SCED)
Sr. Kathleen Cannon--
Email: Kathleen.Cannon.1@nd.edu

Science PreProfessional (SCPP)
Fr. James Foster--219 Jordan Hall of Science
Phone: 574-631-4890/5899
Email: James.K.Foster.34@nd.edu

College of Engineering Question and Answer Session

Tuesday, March 30th - 5:30 pm
Coleman-Morse Lounge
An informal session to answer questions about the College of Engineering. Professors and current upperclass EG students will be present.
Food from Panera will be served!!!!

Arts & Letters Program Information Sessions

Anthropology (ANTH)
(Individual meetings during the following office hours:)
Monday, March 29th - 1 - 4:30 pm
Tuesday, March 30th - 10 am - noon & 1 - 3 pm
Wednesday, March 31st - 11 am - 3 pm
622 Flanner

English (ENGL)
Monday, March 22nd - 5 pm
119 O’Shaughnessy

History (HIST)
Thursday, March 25th - 5 pm
Monday, March 29th - 4:30 pm
119 O’Shaughnessy

Philosophy, Politics, & Economics Minor (PPE)
Wednesday, March 3rd - 5:30 pm
117 DeBartolo

Political Science (POLS)
Tuesday, March 23rd - 5 pm
118 DeBartolo


Psychology (PSY)
Monday, March 22nd - 5 pm
Monday, March 29th - 5 pm
117 Haggar

Sociology (SOC)
Wednesday, April 7th
3 one-half hour sessions:
4:30 - 5 pm
5:15 - 5:45 pm
6 - 6:30 pm
824 Flanner
Pizza and beverages will be served!!

PIN Nights

Each college, and many departments, will host PIN Nights during the month of April.  Here are links to the specific information for each college/department.  Students need to read the specific information for their course of study because it varies from program to program.

ARTS & LETTERS--Tuesday, April 6 DeBartolo Performing Arts Center, Leighton Concert Hall 5:00 pm

BUSINESS--Wednesday, April 7th 101 DeBartolo Hall 5:30 pm

ARCHITECTURE--Thursday, April 8 104 Bond Hall (Architecture Auditorium) 7:00 pm

ENGINEERING--Wednesday, April 7 DeBartolo Hall 5:30 pm

• Aerospace Engineering and Mechanical Engineering 155 DeBartolo Hall
• Chemical Engineering 141 DeBartolo Hall
• Civil Engineering 102 DeBartolo Hall
• Computer Science & Computer Engineering 126 DeBartolo Hall
• Electrical Engineering 208 DeBartolo Hall
• Environmental Geosciences 117 DeBartolo Hall

SCIENCE

• Science Computing/Science Education/Science Business
• Science Preprofessional/Physics
• Mathematics
• Biology/Environmental Sciences/Chemistry/Biochemistry

College Declaration Change Week

March 22-26

During the Declaration Change Week, you will be able to make an appointment with your advisor if you still have questions about your college program options. The assignment of your Web Registration PIN for Fall 2010 will be based on your declaration as of Friday, March 26.

Business Advising Week

Advising Week for Rising Sophomores:

March 22nd - 26th

Advisors in the office of the Assistant Dean for the Undergraduate Program will be available to meet with you in room 101 Mendoza College of Business Building on an individual appointment basis. You should call 574-631-6602 for an appointment.

Course Drop Deadline

THE DEADLINE FOR DROPPING A COURSE IS FRIDAY, MARCH 19!
If you are planning to drop a course keep in mind that you must see your academic advisor to begin the process  ND you must continue to attend class until you receive formal notification in writing that the drop is approved
by the Dean.

Journalism, Ethics & Democracy Application Deadline: March 19

John W. Gallivan Program in Journalism, Ethics & Democracy (AMST 30100: "Fundamentals of Journalism") Application for Fall Semester 2010

What is news? What are the most effective ways of presenting news to the public? What ethical decisions are involved in gathering and reporting news? These are a few of the questions addressed in "Fundamentals of   journalism," which is the gateway course for the Gallivan Program in Journalism, Ethics & Democracy. (Applicants should be sophomores or juniors who are interested in pursuing the five-course concentration in  journalism, and "Fundamentals" should be the first class in this sequence.) The “Fundamentals” course is held  on Mondays from 9:35-12:15, and you cannot take any other journalism classes before or during “Fundamentals of Journalism.” It is the initial course in the minor.

Complete this application being as thorough  as possible and submit two copies: one via email in a Word attachment or PDF file to Professor Ciccone at Fastlead@aol.com and one printed out to 314 O'Shaughnessy no later than noon, Friday, March 19. A class list will be posted outside the American Studies/Journalism office before pre-registration begins. If your name appears on the  posted list, you may obtain the course authorization number in 314 O'Shaughnessy. Application is available at this link: http://www.nd.edu/~fys/fundamentalsapp2010.pdf

Professors Unplugged

ANTH 35550/IRST 35550 Historical Archaeology of Irish America*

ANTH 35550/IRST 35550 Historical Archaeology of Irish America*

June 24-August 6, 2010

* This course fulfills the methods requirement or an elective for the anthropology major OR an elective for the Irish Studies minor.

Brief Overview

Millions of Irish people left their homeland in the 18th through the 20th centuries and emigrated to the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Argentina, and countless other places around the globe. Since 2006, my students and I have been investigating Irish immigrant experiences in South Bend, Indiana through archaeological excavation as well as archival research and oral history collection in both Ireland and the United States. Beginning in 2010, this project will expand to include Beaver Island, Michigan, which was inhabited in the late nineteenth century by immigrants from Árainn Mhór off the coast of Co. Donegal.

At present, the lives of Irish immigrants to America are understood almost exclusively from investigations of large urban centers like Boston and New York. Smaller communities in the Midwest, such as South Bend (1865-1920) and Beaver Island (1870-1903), however, had economic, social, and political structures that were more fluid than those of the long-established urban enclaves in the east, offering different opportunities to immigrants. Consequently, archaeological and historical investigation of these smaller, more isolated communities will contribute significantly to our understanding of the Irish Diaspora in America by elucidating lived experiences in small towns and rural fishing villages not previously explored.

This course will consist of (1) a week-long cultural study in Ireland, (2) a field module of practical instruction in the methods and theory of archaeological excavation on Beaver Island, and (3) laboratory processing and preliminary analyses of artifacts collected during the excavation, both on Beaver Island and while in residence at the University of Notre Dame.  Interested students may continue to explore Irish America through independent research projects during subsequent academic year.

Timeline for the course

June 24-July 1 Week-long cultural study in Ireland in partnership with the National University of Ireland Carna Center.  Students will learn about Irish life, including céilí dancing, sean-nós storytelling, religion, political history, and agricultural lifeways. Students will begin to understand the richness of Irish culture and complexities of immigrant experiences as well as develop critical context for archaeological excavation of the Irish enclave on Beaver Island, Michigan.

July 5-23         Excavation and preliminary artifact processing/analyses on Beaver Island, during which students will master proper excavation methods and techniques as well as gain preliminary competency in basic laboratory processing and analyses of artifacts. Concurrently with the field excavation, we will collect oral histories from local residents about their Irish ancestors. 

July 26-Aug 6  Continued analyses and website construction in residence at Notre Dame, wherein students will attain proficiency in laboratory methods and protocols, identification of main artifact types, and begin to develop an understanding of how we proceed from a pile of broken dishes to an interpretation of the past. 

Costs

            Grant funding has been secured to cover the costs of student participation in this exciting field program.  The expenses that will be covered include: 

For Ireland, round-trip coach to O’Hare, round-trip airfare to Shannon, ground transportation throughout the cultural excursion, accommodation, breakfast daily, some additional meals during field trips, and all entrance fees for museums and other local attractions.

For Beaver Island, ground transportation to/from the island as well as during the excavation, ferry fees, and full room and board for the three weeks we are in residence. 

Students will be responsible for some meals while in Ireland, room and board during the two weeks on campus at Notre Dame, all tuition and fees charged by the University, and personal expenses.  For information about housing on campus, see http://summerhousing.nd.edu/. 

           

Application Process

            Students interested in participating in this field project must submit the following to Dr. Deb Rotman (622 Flanner Hall) no later than noon, Wednesday, April 7, 2010:

- Completion of the attached cover page.

            - Photocopy of the photo page of your passport (which cannot expire in 2010)

            - Unofficial copy of your transcript from the University of Notre Dame

            - A one-page double-spaced statement explaining why this experience is of interest to you.

            - A one-page double-spaced statement describing a challenging experience or experiences that

                        have prepared you to be an intrepid traveler and adventurous field archaeologist.

            Please note that late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

Timeline for Applications

April 7             
Deadline for applications is NOON.

April 7-8         
Review of applications

April 9            
Notifications of acceptance    

April 12-16      

Accepted students must register for the course.  Once you have registered for the course, you are committed to this experience.  If you back out after April 16, 2010, you will be responsible for reimbursing the project for your non-refundable airfare mid-April-May Travel abroad authorizations will be completed with the Office of International Studies. you will receive more information regarding this at a later date.

June 24             
Students will meet in 621 Flanner Hall at 9 am for a brief orientation before leaving for the airport!

March News Notes

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FYS Cénacle Groups, Spring 2010

We invite students to join the  Cénacle Poétique, small First Year of Studies reading and conversation circles that will meet monthly in the homes of faculty.  Remaining spring readings include: JRR Tracy Kidder, Mountains beyond Mountains (18 March); and Malcolm Gladwell, Outliers (15 April). Books will be available for purchase at the Hammes Notre Dame Book Store. Meetings will take place on Thursday evenings, 5:30-8 pm.  Transportation will be arranged, and dinner will be provided.  This is a wonderful way to enrich your Notre Dame experience and develop a healthy appreciation of reading and conversation as a creative and life-changing art.  Please contact Dr. Maureen Dawson in the First Year of Studies (mdawson3@nd.edu) if you are interested or have questions. 

The Career Center at the First Year of Studies

The Career Center at the First Year of Studies

Thursday, March 4th / Friday, March 19th / Friday, March 26th / Monday, March 29th

2:00 - 5:00pm

It's never too early to start developing a career plan!!

Undecided about your major? Unsure where to start with your resume or finding internships? Or thinking about how you want to spend your time here at Notre Dame?

Prepare now so you can accomplish you goals later with a sense of confidence. Meet with a representative from The Career Center to discuss your ideas, plans or concerns.

SIGN-IN at the First Year of Studies front desk (2nd Floor CoMo) for WALK-IN appointments.

2010-11 Financial Aid Application

All families seeking financial assistance for the 10/11 academic year are reminded of the importance of filing the 2010/11 Renewal Free Application for Federal Student Aid (Renewal FAFSA) and the CSS PROFILE by February 28, 2010.  The timely completion of the application process is your key to applying for state, federal and/or institutional aid, including scholarships, grants, loans and work. Applications are available in the Office of  Financial Aid, 115 Main Building or at the Office of Financial Aid website.

American Studies (AMST) Information Night

Monday, February 22

7 p.m.

119 O’Shaughnessy Hall

Preparation for a Career in the Health Professions

Monday, February 22, 5 p.m., 101 Jordan
Joint Presentation by: Assistant Deans: Vicki Toumayan, ALPP Advisor and Fr. James Foster, SCPP Advisor

Learn about the similarities and differences of the Preprofessional majors at Notre Dame and find out what  professional schools look for in an applicant. For students interested in premedical, predental, prevet, or other related health professions. A student panel will also conduct a question and answer session.

"The First Word" Lecture Series

The First Word Lecture Series is a new lecture for first year students to gain advice and information from seasoned faculty, staff or upper-class student about how to make the most of their four years at Notre Dame.  The first lecture in this series features Nella McOsker, Kolman-O’Hara Fellow and current Notre Dame senior, and takes place on February 23 at 7:30 in the Hammes Student Lounge on the first floor of Coleman-Morse.  

Click here for a flyer.

Arts and Letters Career Opportunities

Wednesday, February 17
6 p.m.
102 DeBartolo

A Ticket to Your Future: Careers, Graduate/Professional School, Service and Computing Presentations by:
Ava Preacher: Assistant Dean Arts & Letters LaTonia Ferguson: Career Counselor, Career Center and A Student Panel

This presentation will provide you with information on the versatile curriculum and the rich variety of majors Arts  and Letters offers to help you become qualified for almost any career. Arts & Letters career opportunities,  service options after graduation, resume writing, internships, graduate school, career decision and job searching will be discussed.

International Development Studies (IDS) Information Night

Tuesday, February 16
6:30 p.m.
C103 Hesburgh Center
(Pizza will be served)

Learn about this unique new interdisciplinary minor in International Development Studies.

Architecture Forum

Tuesday, February 16--7 p.m--104 Bond Hall
(Pizza will be served)
Forum with:  Michael Lykoudis, Fr. Richard Bullene and A Student Panel

Michael Lykoudis, Dean of the School, Fr. Bullene, Assistant Dean and academic advisor in the School, and architecture students from various years will outline the 5-year Architecture Program. The session will include a
question and answer period with opportunities to interact with upperclass students.

Program of Liberal Studies Info and Pizza Night

The Program of Liberal Studies is hosting a First Year Information and Pizza Night on Thursday, 18th February at 8pm in the Coleman Morse Lounge.

Click here for a Printable Flyer

Advertising Career Forum

Interested in a career in Advertising, Marketing, Graphic Design or Public Relations?

Then come to the Marketing Club's  Advertising Career Forum! 

When? Monday, February 8th at 5:00pm Where? 134 Mendoza Who? Speakers Kaylea Hoelscher, Todd Woodword
Both Notre Dame Graduates...

·  Kaylea Hoelscher is an Account Executive at Leo Burnett and currently manages the adult cereal business for Kellogg

·  Todd Woodward is the Associate Vice President in the Office of Public Affairs and Communications for Notre Dame and has over twenty years experience in the marketing industry – including working on the “Got Milk?” campaign.

This forum is meant to provide students with practical knowledge about how to get started in the advertising industry, what it takes to make it big, and what it’s like to work in the industry.  The forum will offer students the opportunity to ask questions, as well as plenty of occasions for networking.

Click here for a flyer.

First Year of Studies February News Notes

Click here to download, view, and read this month's News Notes.

Preparing for your Program Declaration Meeting

As you consider your intended program of study, we would like you to take a few minutes and think about why it is that you have made this decision.  There are many factors that have probably influenced your choice:  faculty members, the subject matter, your ability to do well in the coursework, career prospects, advice from other students and family members, and the research you have done using available ND resources.  

We want to ensure you are deliberate in the choice you are making, so we are going to ask you to fill out a form when you come to see your advisor within the next few weeks.  On this form, we will ask you to evaluate the factors that led to your decision.  Think about this so that you are able to have an in depth conversation with your advisor and give your choice of program the attention it deserves.

Check out these related posts to help prepare for your meeting with your Advisor:

Exploring Major Exercises

The FYS "Why Major in...?" YouTube Podcast Series

Career Center Information


Good Luck

Exploring Major Exercises

Need help deciding a major? Visit this link for 10+ techniques, tips, and tricks to help you explore majors.

http://sites.google.com/site/galexambrose/interests/projects/academic-advisingstudent-skills/exploring-majors

FYS Launches the Why Major in...? YouTube Podcast Series

We are launching a new podcast series designed to help you explore the colleges and majors available at Notre Dame. We hope that this will serve as a valuable resource in your research and discernment of your major. We suggest that you first listen to the initial podcast in this "“Why Major in…?” series. In this podcast, Dean Hugh Page further describes this initiative and helps to guide your experience through these podcasts. We think it is important to listen to all of the podcasts as this will help to ensure that you make the most informed decision possible when declaring your major. We will continue to update the First Year of Studies blog as we collect and publish more podcasts.

Start off with the introductory Episode 1 by the Dean of First Year of Studies at

http://ndfys.blogspot.com/2009/10/podcast-why-major-in-introduction.html

Then browse the all the latest podcast episodes at

http://ndfys.blogspot.com/search/label/podcast

Visit the Career Center

First year students should consider taking advantage of the Career Center this semester. At http://careercenter.nd.edu, you will find many resources that can help in your search for an internship, writing a resume, and even choosing a major or a career path. If you are concerned about your choice of major, the Career Center offers multiple self-assessment tools to help identify your individual strengths. Career Center counselors are available through both appointments and walk-in hours to meet with students to answer questions. Additionally, there will be representatives of the Career Center available at First Year of Studies in Coleman Morse this semester for walk-in meetings with first year students during the month of March.

FYS Cénacle Groups Forming for the Spring

We invite students to join the Cénacle Poétique, small First Year of Studies reading and conversation circles that will meet monthly in the homes of faculty. Spring readings will include: JRR Tolkien, The Hobbit, (18 February); Tracy Kidder, Mountains beyond Mountains (18 March); and Malcolm Gladwell, Outliers (15 April). Books will be available for purchase at the Hammes Notre Dame Book Store. Meetings will take place on Thursday evenings, 5:30-8 pm. Transportation will be arranged, and dinner will be provided.

Please contact Dr. Maureen Dawson in the First Year of Studies (mdawson3@nd.edu) if you are interested or have questions. Space is limited, so please don’t delay. This is a wonderful way to enrich your Notre Dame experience and develop a healthy appreciation of reading and conversation as a creative and life-changing art.

Learning Resources for the Spring

The Learning Resource Center has some great opportunities for supplemental learning sessions. Here are the links to the schedules for tutoring and collaborative learning.

Tutoring Schedule Spring 2010

Collaborative Learning Schedule Spring 2010

Why Major in Business? Episode 6

Career & Internship Fair

The Career & Internship Fair will be held on February 3, 2010. This is a great opportunity to explore different careers, organizations, and internships.

Click here for the link to the Notre Dame Career Center. There is information about visiting employers, along with other important information on how to prepare for this event.

Why Major in Engineering? Episode 5

PE Registration

PE Registration for Spring 2010 will take place on January 12 and January 13. You will register through insideND for your activities during the same time of your PE class hour. Complete registration instructions are posted on the Physical Education Department website.

Schedule Changes

You must see your advisor in the First Year of Studies to make a schedule change. The last day for making any kind of schedule change is Wednesday, January 20, 2010.

Make an appointment with your advisor by calling (574) 631-7421. Most advisors will hold walk in hours from 1:30-4:30 during the week of January 11-15.