The Committee on Institutional Cooperation is pleased to announce that we are accepting applications for the 2010 CIC Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP).

Applications will be accepted until February 10, 2010.

SROP is the gateway to graduate education at CIC universities. Students underrepresented in graduate study are invited to apply for a summer program designed to enhance their academic and research skills by working one-on-one with a faculty mentor from top ranked research institutions.  All SROP students on the host campus meet weekly as a group for educational enrichment activities and special seminars.  Participants from all of the campuses will come together in July for the annual SROP Conference at Ohio State University.  Students gain experience as an undergraduate to put them at an advantage as a graduate applicant.  At the same time they will earn money and have all expenses paid during this full time summer research opportunity.  It’s the competitive edge they will need to rank above the best of the best.

Students wishing to participate in SROP must meet the minimum eligibility criteria:

• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (4.0 scale)
• Be a citizen or a permanent resident of the U.S.
• Be enrolled in a degree-granting program at a college or university in the United States, Puerto Rico, or other U.S. territory
• Have completed at least two semesters of undergraduate education
• Have at least one semester of undergraduate education remaining after completing the program
• Have a strong interest in pursuing a Ph.D.

Details about SROP and the web-based application process are available at the program website: www.cic.net/SROP Please encourage your students to explore this exciting opportunity.  If you have any questions about the program, please contact Charity Farber at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 217-333-6314.

Join us for our annual Holiday Feast on Wednesday, November 18th from 5-7pm at the Old Brick 26. E. Market Street (across from Pappajohn Building)

We will be serving multiethnic foods from around the world along with the traditional Thanksgiving Feast!
So bring all your friends and please RSVP by replying to this email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it by Monday, November 9th

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa sponsored events.  If you are a person with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact the Office of Center for Diversity & Enrichment by email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or phone 335.3555

Improve your communication skills for scholarships, fellowships, grants, and applications:

Professional Development Writing Workshop

Want to learn how to write a personal statement that sets you apart from other applicants? 
Are you applying for a fellowship or professional development program like Iowa N.E.W. Leadership and aren't sure what to focus on in your essays? 
Join us for our Professional Development Writing Workshops this fall!

Tuesday, November 17, 3:30-5 PM
Center for Diversity & Enrichment Conference Room, 24 Phillips Hall

Tuesday, December 1, 11:30-1 PM
Women's Resource & Action Center (Blue House across from IMU)
co-sponsored by Center for Diversity & Enrichment and Women's Resource & Action Center
for more information contact Gabriela Rivera at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or Kelly at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 319-335-1488

Anyone needing an accommodation in order to attend contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 319-335-1486 to arrange.

 

Our world is becoming increasingly diverse, requiring a diverse physician workforce that can identify with the cultural needs of different patients. As an AspiringDoc—what motivates you to increase diversity in medicine?

Submit a 2-minute video telling us your story and you could be one of 10 winners to receive $600 toward medical school preparation and application costs.*
Just think—your video camera could be the first tool in your doctor’s bag.
Give it a shot:
Record a video, no longer than 2 minutes, that answers the question: What motivates you to increase diversity in medicine?

• Upload your video to YouTube.
  
• Fill out the entry form at www.AspiringDocs.org <http://www.aspiringdocs.org/site/c.luIUL9MUJtE/b.4701543/k.6361/2009_Video_Contest/apps/ka/ct/contactus.asp>  by December 1, 2009.
  
• Check out www.youtube.com/aamcvideo <http://www.youtube.com/aamcvideo>  for updates and to see your video and others featured online.

This contest is sponsored by the Association of American Medical Colleges, which created AspiringDocs.org, a Web site and outreach effort to increase diversity in medicine and to encourage more African American, Native American, and Latino students to become doctors. All undergraduate students at U.S. universities, colleges, or community colleges are eligible to enter.

*Winners will receive $500 toward the costs of preparing for and applying to medical school, as well as a suite of AAMC publications (a $100 value) including “The Official Guide to the MCAT Exam” and the “Medical School Admissions Requirements” handbook.

The Pomerantz Career Center and CDE are joining forces to serve you better!

Do you love visiting CDE and want to get some expert career advice while you’re here?  Starting this semester, the Pomerantz Career Center will be providing programming and counseling services from 24 Phillips Hall!  This is a great opportunity to get the professional advice you need to make the most of your future while enjoying the comforts of CDE.

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Career Advisors will be in our office on the following Thursdays from 12:30-3:00 pm.   Each date also shows which advisor will be here and the majors or career areas that they usually advise. *

9/10 – Sara Burden – All Business majors

9/24 – Alicia Joens – Sciences, Pre-Health Careers, Health Promotion & Sports Studies, Interdisciplinary Programs

10/8 – Amy A’Hearn - Communication Studies, Journalism & Mass Communications, Cinema/Comparative Literature, Dance

10/22 – David Fitzgerald - American Studies, Classics, Geography, History, International Studies, Political Science, Philosophy, Psychology, Religion, Foreign Languages

11/5 – Jim Seyfer - Anthropology, Art/Art History, English, Music, Theatre, African-American Studies, Women’s Studies, Social Work, Sociology, Statistics, Actuarial Science, Math, Computer Science/Informatics

11/12 – Garry Klein -  All Business majors

12/3 – Alicia Joens – Sciences, Pre-Health Careers, Health Promotion & Sports Studies, Interdisciplinary Programs

*The Advisors are fantastic and will be available to answer your academic major related career questions.  They can also assist you with basic career related inquiries such as resume or cover letter reviews, internship or job searches, interview preparation and major exploration, regardless of their area of expertise.

If you want to sneak a peek at who they are check out their website.
They will also be offering some great learning and skill building opportunities in 24 Phillips Hall:

Resume & Cover Letter – Wednesday, September 16 - 1:30-2:30
Major & Career Exploration – Monday, October 19 – 1:30-2:30
Interviewing – Tuesday, November 3 – 1:30-2:30

Employers may be at these programs to give their professional opinion and share about opportunities with their organization.

If you have any questions or would like to reserve your space – please contact CDE at 319-335-3555 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Take advantage of this great opportunity!

Download Recent Program Materials

Download the 10/07/09 "Model For Success" powerpoint presentation.