2010 Community of Color

Life Science Summer Program Jobs

The Life Science Summer Program (LSSP), an intensive two-week summer program for high school students interested in biology, is sponsored by The Center for Diversity & Enrichment.

This program will provide students hands-on laboratory training and classroom instruction covering a wide range of topics in the area of developmental biology.  Health issues and current events will also be incorporated into the curriculum.

Summer Job Openings for LSSP
LSSP Instructor Job Description

LSSP Instructor Application

LSSP RA Job Description

LSSP Resident Assistant Staff Application

Best Practices Conference in Black Student Achievement

Closing the Achievement Gap:

Best practices in Black Student Achievement

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Upward Bound is seeking applicants for the follow part-time positions:

1. Technology Aide to assist with instruction in computer-based seminars during the afternoons
2. Technology Monitor to supervise and assist students during evening study periods

Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation Land Stewardship Internship

• Conduct needed land management and restoration on prairies, wetlands, savannas and other natural areas owned or protected by INHF.
• INHF's land stewardship intern program will work closely with landowners, other Iowa conservation organizations (both government and independent) and working professionals in the field.
• Students of any grade level, even freshmen, are eligible for this internship. We like to build a diverse crew of men and women from a variety of colleges and universities, backgrounds and majors.

The University of Iowa seeks current University of Iowa students to apply for the Peer Leader position for The Iowa Edge -a five-day extended orientation program for African American, Latino/a, American Indian, Asian American and first-generation college students.

For information about the program visit the Iowa Edge website.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in twenty hours of training during spring semester 2010
  • 3-5 p.m., Fridays, February 19 through April 30
  • Participate in the UI Challenge Course, outside of scheduled training
• Participate in a 2-day retreat, August 14-15, 2010
• Learn about UI student resources such as Academic Advising, Financial Aid, and Center for Diversity & Enrichment (information provided at training session)
• Provide appropriate leadership and display exemplary behavior and attitude at all times
• Lead a small group of entering Iowa Edge students through The Iowa Edge program, and mentor all Iowa Edge participants
  • Help program participants move into the residence halls
  • Facilitate recreational and social activities; encourage positive interactions among students, faculty, and staff during program activities
  • Assist UI staff with other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Strong academic record (minimum 2.5 GPA) and good study skills
• Awareness of campus resources and organizations such as the Cultural Centers and UI offices mentioned above
• Enthusiasm about The University of Iowa
• A strong interest in diversity and building community
• Excellent communication skills
• Demonstrated good judgment

Compensation