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Hispanic Heritage Month 2011Mi Patria, Mi Herencia, Mi Orgullo

Mark your calendars for a month of exciting events celebrating Latino culture!

National Hispanic Heritage Week started in 1968 and in 1988 was expanded to 30 days, September 15-Octo-ber 15. The dates of Hispanic Heritage Month were selected to include the Independence Day celebrations of seven Latin American countries, as well as to incorporate Día de la Raza.

On October 4th at 4:30pm in Mahoney/Pearson Dining Hall the HHM committee will give you a little taste of our calendar of events at Dorm Storm. The month promises to highlight music, food, art, history and the rich-ness of the diverse Latino community. For additional information or to get involved call MSA at 305-284-2855 or visit www.miami.edu/msa/hhm.

Calendar of Events10/4 4:30pm Dorm Storm Mahoney/Pearson Dining Hall10/5 4:30pm Dorm Storm Hecht/Stanford Dining Hall10/6 5pm Opening Ceremonies UC Patio/Lower Lounge10/12 6pm La Lengua Hecht Master’s Apt.10/19 7pm Black’s and Latin America Mahoney Classroom 10410/26 7 pm Feel the Ritmo UC Ballrooms

WALK TO PREVENT SUICIDE: 2011 OUT OF THE DARKNESS COMMUNITY WALKSOctober 23, 9am

Lifeguards (UM’s Suicide Prevention Outreach Program) will be participating in a 5k walk on Sunday October 23, 2011 to raise money and awareness for suicide prevention. Join us and bring a friend! The walk will take place on UM’s Gables Campus and registration for the walk starts at 9am. You will also receive a team shirt for your participation. We hope to see you there! For more information, contact Patricia at the Counseling Center at 305-284-5511 or register at www.outofthedarkness.com. Our team name is “UM LIFEGUARDS.”

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Basic Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) with final simulationRape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) is a 12-hour, in-depth, internationally recognized program of realistic self-defense tactics and techniques for women. The comprehensive course begins with awareness, prevention, risk reduction and risk avoidance before progressing into detailed hands-on defense training which includes a final simulation exercise. R.A.D. is not a Martial Arts program, but rather a physical defense program designed spe-cifically for women to utilize in the most common types of physical attack situations.

When:- Saturday, October 8th, 2011 from 9am-12noon (Session 2 of 4)- Saturday, October 15th, 2011 from 9am-12noon (Session 3 of 4)- Saturday, October 22nd, 2011 from 9am-12noon (Session 4 of 4)This is a FOUR session program where content builds upon itself. By registering, you are committing to attend all four classes. IF YOU MISS A CLASS, YOU MAY NOT ATTEND ANY SUBSEQUENT CLASSES WITHIN THIS COURSE.

Where:University of Miami Medical Campus. Exact location given when registered.

Fees:- $35 for female UM/Jackson students, faculty and staff.- $45 non-UM/Jackson affiliated females (public).Payment is due via Credit Card when registering for the course online.

Registration:Advanced online registration is REQUIRED due to limited class size. Use the following link to register : http://www.miami.edu/index.php/umpd/services_programs_umpd_department/self-defense_programs_for_women/self-defenserad_upcoming_classes/ Enter course # 111001R-Medical.

To view/ print/ download a flyer, follow this link: https://www6.miami.edu/public-safety/Self-Defense/Medical/RAD_Flyer-111001R-Medical.pdf

Additional up-to-date information on this and other self-defense classes is always available through the Univer-sity’s self-defense website: www.miami.edu/selfdefense.

Studio Cycling and Yoga Passes Pro-Rated (10/3)

If you missed the opportunity to purchase a yoga or studio cycling pass at the beginning of the semester, you can still take advantage of these two great fitness programs at the Herbert Wellness Center. Yoga and Studio Cy-cling passes for the fall semester are now pro-rated to only $45 for student members and $72 for non-student members. A semester pass gives the member unlimited access to all the classes on the schedule. To purchase a pass, visit the Wellness Enrichment Suite located on the second floor of the Herbert Wellness Center. For more information, call 305-284-LIFE (5433).


Pilates Session II Registration (10/3 – 10/7)

Registration is now open for the fall semester’s second session of Pilates instruction. Pilates is one of the many community classes offered at the Herbert Wellness Center therefore you do not have to be a wellness member to sign up. A complete schedule is available online at www.miami.edu/wellness. For more informa-tion, please visit the Wellness Enrichment Suite or call 305-284-LIFE (5433).

Meditation Class (Class is 10/ 3)

Namaste students! Are classes, social life, and work stressing you out? Take a break and meditate! You will develop mental clarity and discipline that will help you focus and improve concentra-tion (great skills when it comes to studying!) Lunthita Duthely, a follower of the teachings of Sri Chinmoy, will guide and instruct participants through the medita-tion. The meditation is Monday, October 3, from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Instruction is free and open to everybody. Please RSVP to let us know you are coming by calling 305-284-LIFE (5433).

Soccer Leagues (Deadline to Register : 10/4)

GGGGGGGOOOOOOOOOOOAAAAAAAAAAAALLLLLLL!!!!!!!! Kick your way into the school year with the intramural soccer league! The deadline to register is 10/4 and the team captains have until 8 a.m. on 10/6 to complete the Blackboard training session. A $40 refundable deposit is due at the time of registration. Don’t have a team? No prob-lem! Just sign up as a free agent on the roster. To sign up, go to room 210 of the Herbert Wellness Center. For more information, call the intramural hotline at 305-284-8501 or e-mail [email protected].

BLS for Health Care Providers

(Class is 10/4)The Basic Life Support for health-care providers covers core ma-terial such as adult and infant CPR (including two-rescuers scenario and use of the bag mask), foreign-body airway obstruction and automated external defibril-lation (AED). This course is for healthcare providers such as EMS personnel, physician assistants, doctors, dentists, nurses, and respi-ratory therapists who must have a card documenting successful completion of a CPR course. The class is Tuesday, October 4, from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. The cost is $45 for student members, $55 for non-student members and $65 for non-members. To register, call 305-284-5433 or go to the Well-ness Enrichment Suite located on the second floor of the Herbert Wellness Center.

Officials Training (Soccer) (Training is 10/4-10/6)

Want to earn some extra cash but don’t have any experience and need flexible hours? Then become an official for the intramural Soc-cer League! Training will be held in the Herbert Wellness Center Classrooms October 4-6 at 6:30 p.m. (Note: you must attend the training session on October 4 or October 5 and the training session on October 6.) For more information, call the intramural hotline at 305-284-8501 or send an e-mail to [email protected].

Baking Therapy Cooking Class

(Class is 10/11)Nothing like the smell of home-made bread to comfort the soul! Join Chef Mercedes as she dem-onstrates how to prepare cara-melized onion and goat cheese tart, Dutch-oven baked artisan bread, and rustic apple galette. The cost of the class, which includes cooking instruction, food tasting, and recipes, is $20 for UM stu-dents and Wellness Center mem-bers; $25 for non-members. The class is Tuesday, October 11, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. To register, please call 305-284-LIFE (5433) or visit the Wellness Enrichment Suite located on the second floor of the Herbert Wellness Center. Don’t forget to bring a container for leftovers!


Heart Saver CPR with AED (Class is 10/13)

Heart Saver CPR with AED teaches CPR and relief of chok-ing in adults, children, and infants, as well as use of barrier devices for all ages. Optional: infant CPR and choking; adult, child, and infant CPR with mask. Participants will also learn how to use an Au-tomated External Defibrillator (AED). The class is Thursday, Oc-tober 13 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The cost is $30 for student members, $35 for non-student members and $40 for non-mem-bers. To register, call 305-284-5433 or go to the Wellness Enrichment Suite located on the second floor of the Herbert Wellness Center.

3-on-3 Basketball Leagues (Deadline to Register : 10/18)

Joining the 3-on-3 intramural basketball league is a slam dunk! The deadline to register is 10/18 and team captains must complete a Blackboard training session by 8 a.m. on 10/20. A $40 refundable deposit is required at the time of team registration. To sign up, go to room 210 of the Herbert Well-ness Center. For more informa-tion, call the intramural hotline at 305-284-8501 or e-mail [email protected].

Heart Saver CPR with AED (Class is 10/18)

Heart Saver CPR with AED teaches CPR and relief of chok-ing in adults, children, and infants, as well as use of barrier devices for all ages. Optional: infant CPR and choking; adult, child, and infant CPR with mask. Participants will also learn how to use an Au-tomated External Defibrillator (AED). The class is Tuesday, Oc-tober 18, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The cost is $30 for student members, $35 for non-student members and $40 for non-mem-bers. To register, call 305-284-5433 or go to the Wellness Enrichment Suite located on the second floor of the Herbert Wellness Center.

Southern and Soul Cooking Class

(Class is 10/18)Forget fried green tomatoes! Chef Mercedes will show you how to make a healthier but equally deli-cious baked version, along with chicken boudine and shrimp and okra gumbo. The cost of the class, which includes cooking instruction, food tasting, and recipes, is $20 for UM students and Wellness Center members; $25 for non-members. The class is Tuesday, October 18, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. To register, please call 305-284-LIFE (5433) or visit the Wellness Enrichment Suite located on the second floor of the Herbert Well-ness Center. Don’t forget to bring a container for leftovers!

Officials Training (3-on-3 Basketball)

(Training is 10/19)Want to earn some extra cash but don’t have any experience and need flexible hours? Then be-come an official for the intramural 3-on-3 Basketball League! Train-ing will be held in the Herbert Wellness Center Classrooms on October 19 at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call the intramural hotline at 305-284-8501 or send an e-mail to [email protected].

Community Classes at the Herbert Wellness CenterRegistration Dates October 24

through November 4Registration is now open for the second session of the fall semester community classes offered at the Herbert Wellness Center. Classes include a variety of activities such as swim lessons for children and adults, salsa, belly dance, boot camp, and more. Take advantage of the “try before you buy” policy by attending the first scheduled class for FREE! Classes are open to everyone. For more information or to register, call 305-284-LIFE (5433) or stop by the Wellness Enrichment Suite located on the second floor of the Herbert Well-ness Center.


X Box 360 Tournament- Madden Football (Deadline 10/25)

Calling all gamers! Are you a pro at X Box Madden Football? Then consider matching your skills against other students by registering for the Herbert Wellness Center’s tournament on October 26 starting at 6 p.m. The deadline to register is October 25 before 5 p.m. This special event is FREE! For more information, call the intra-mural hotline at 305-284-8501 or send an e-mail to [email protected].

Argentine Cuisine Cooking Class (Class is 10/26)

No need to travel to South America to enjoy the flavors of Argentina! Just go to the instructional kitchen at the Herbert Wellness Center where Chef Mercedes will demonstrate how to make churrasco with homemade chi-michurri sauce, faina (nutty, peppery flatbread) and panqueques de dulce de leche. The cost of the class, which includes cooking instruction, food tasting, and recipes, is $20 for UM students and Wellness Center members; $25 for non-members. The class is Wednesday, October 26, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. To register, please call 305-284-LIFE (5433) or visit the Wellness Enrichment Suite located on the second floor of the Herbert Well-ness Center. Don’t forget to bring a container for leftovers!

Alliance of Latin American StudentsThe purpose of Alliance of Latin American Students (ALAS) is to unite both Latin American students as well as students interested in learning about Latin American cultures. The committee hosts forums, socials and educa-tional events throughout the semester that promote awareness of the rich and diverse Latin American commu-nity. For more information, please contact MSA at 305-284-2855 or contact Luz Paniagua at [email protected].

Native American Programming Board (NAPB)Are you passionate about commemorating the Native American culture? Do you want to be part of bringing new and exciting events like this semester’s Finals Fiesta and celebrate the indigenous traditions, heritage, and customs of the different Native American tribes? If so, then be part of the Native American Programming Board sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs (MSA) and help plan this year’s events. Native Ameri-can celebration is held during the month of November and with your help the month will be filled with enter-taining and engaging programs. If you are interested, NAPB Interest Form can be found at www.miami.edu/msa, click on program and then cultural celebrations. All forms can be emailed to Luz Paniagua at [email protected]. For more information, please contact MSA at 305-284-2855.


Advocates for Youth - General InternshipAdvocates for Youth is the only national organization dedicated exclusively to the advancement of adolescent sexual and reproductive health. Advocates for Youth’s program and policy departments promote the health of adolescents worldwide with a focus on the prevention of unintended teenage pregnancy and the spread of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), including HIV/AIDS, through access to health services and information. Interns receive $500 a month and work a minimum of 35 hours per week for three months. Unpaid internship positions are also available to students who receive academic credit for their work. Part-time internships can be accommodated; the monthly stipend will be adjusted accordingly. These are ongoing positions and applications are accepted year-round. Contact: Director of Internships Advocates for Youth E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.advocatesforyouth.org

Grace Foundation Scholarship FundCriteria: Awarded to Southeast Asian students with the intent of providing service in one of the following areas: Christian Service, Health Care, Teaching, Theology or Welfare. Must speak English and have financial need. Minimum GPA: 3.0. Write to request application between September 1 and October 31. Include name, address, college (including the beginning date), intended course of study, statement of financial need, and a brief back-ground of Christian testimony. ¬Deadline: October 31 Amount of Scholarship: Up to $2,500 Contact: Grace Foundation Scholarship Fund P.O. Box 924 Menlo Park, CA 94026

Hispanic Public Relations Association ScholarshipsAwarded to Hispanic communications students entering or attending college Deadline: contact agency Amount of Scholarship: $500 to $1,000 Contact: Hispanic Public Relations Association Scholarships ATTN: Octavio Nuiry, President 735 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90017


The Commonwealth Fund/Harvard University Fellowship in Minority Health PolicySupported by The Commonwealth Fund, administered by the Minority Faculty Development Program at Har-vard Medical School, this unique fellowship is designed to prepare physicians for leadership roles in formulating and promoting health policies and practices that improve the access to high-quality care at the national, state, and /or local levels for minority, disadvantaged, and most vulnerable populations. Up to five one-year, degree-granting fellowships will be awarded per year. Fellows will: 1) complete academic work leading to a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree at the Harvard School of Public Health; and 2) be provided with core fellow-ship components such as seminars on leadership and health policy, practicum, leadership forums, conferences, site visits, mentoring, journal club, and shadowing. CFHUF also offers a Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree at the Harvard Kennedy School to physicians already possessing an MPH. It is expected that CFHUF will support the development of a cadré of leaders in health policy and practice, well-trained academically and professionally in public health, health policy, health management, and clinical medicine, as well as actively commit-ted to careers in public service.

Physicians who are U.S. citizens and who have completed residency, either Board Eligible or Board Certified in the U.S are eligible for the fellowship. We are seeking physicians with evidence of leadership and leadership potential; experience or interest in addressing and improving the health needs of minority, disadvantaged and vulnerable populations; and intention to pursue a career in policy, public health practice, or academia.

The application deadline for the 2012-2013 Fellowship is January 3, 2012.

As Director of CFHUF, I seek your assistance in informing potential candidates of this opportunity. For applica-tion materials, information, and other training opportunities, please contact the CFHUF Program Coordinator by telephone at (617) 432-2922; by fax at 617-432-3834; or by e-mail at [email protected].

To download the fellowship brochure or to find out more information about the fellowship, please visit the fol-lowing link: http://www.mfdp.med.harvard.edu/fellows_faculty/cfhuf/about.html

NSF Minority Graduate FellowshipCriteria: This program offers three-year graduate fellowships and minority graduate fellowships in science, mathematics, and engineering. Applicants should be college seniors, first-year graduate students, and others who have completed a limited amount of graduate study in science, mathematics, or engineering. U.S. citizenship or permanent residence is required. The appointment is for maximum tenure periods of three years usable over a five-year period. Applicants must be members of one of the following ethnic minority groups: American Indian, Black or African American, Hispanic (includes Mexican American, Puerto Rican, Cuban American, and other His-panic), Alaska Native (Eskimo or Aleut), or Pacific Islander (Micronesian or Polynesian).

Deadline: November 1

Amount of Scholarship: $15,000+

Additional Information: www.nsf.gov


Barclays CapitalBarclays Capital is pleased share with student a number of early exposure diversity programs aimed to educate under represented candidates (women, African Americans, Hispanic/Latino Americans, LGBT, Native Americans, and students with disabilities) about careers in Financial Services. Each program provides a unique opportunity for students to gain an intensive, hands-on opportunity to develop the knowledge, tools, and skills needed to prepare for a career in financial services.

For your reference, I’m listing the classification eligibility of the programs below:- Generation Next Sophomore Program: candidates must graduate in 2014- Finance and Operations Boot Camp: candidates must graduate in 2013- Inspiring Excellence Scholarship: candidates must graduate in 2013 or 2014- STEMS Program: candidates must graduate in 2015

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Greater Miami Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)OVERVIEW:The Greater Miami Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) is Miami-Dade County’s largest orga-nization serving human resource professionals. Established in 1952, GMSHRM is comprised of the area’s most distinguished human resource professionals. GMSHRM is dedicated to supporting its members and promoting human resource communications by:

• Providing high quality, dynamic and responsive programs and services• Serving as the area’s voice on human resource management issues• Facilitating the development and guiding the direction of the profession

Committed to “Serving the Professional and Advancing the Profession” within the community, GMSHRM proudly sponsors the annual Greater Miami SHRM Student Scholarship Award. The scholarship is to encourage undergraduate and graduate students preparing for work in the field of Human Resource Management. There are two awards available. The winners will receive a $1,000.00 (made payable to the student). Judging is based on timely submission of all required documents and the written essay. The panel of judges is comprised of three GMSHRM members who will rank each essay and application materials. The judges’ scores are combined to determine the two highest average ranking application forms. The panel of judges reserves the right to reject any application that does not meet the requirements. All submissions must be made via email by October 31, 2011 at midnight Eastern Standard Time (EST). The winners will be notified by email and will be presented with the award at GMSHRM’s December meeting.

QUALIFICATIONS:• An undergraduate student who has completed at least two years of study and is carrying a minimum of 9 semester credit hours and has a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA; or a graduate student who is carrying a minimum of 6 semester credit hours and a minimum of a 3.0 cumulative GPA. Must Major in Human Resources Management or related field. The student must also be a GMSHRM member and a national SHRM member during the current academic year• Professional pursuing a certification in the Human Resources field at an accredited university. The pro-fessional must also be a GMSHRM member and a national SHRM member during the current academic year minimum of a 3.0 cumulative GPA

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:• One-page essay, which clearly explains why you have chosen human resources as your field of study and your future goals; or why you have chosen to pursue a career as a human resources professional and how you feel the degree you are seeking will contribute to your professional goalso The essay format must be single-spaced; font size 12pt. o You may also include other information you feel will distinguish you as the best candidate for the schol-arshipo Points will be deducted for misspellings and grammatical errors• A letter of acceptance from the university for applicants who have just been accepted to a program• Current Resume• Two letters of recommendation• Completed application

JUDGING CRITERIA:• 35% SHRM student chapter involvement and/or commitment to the HR profession• 30% Academic achievement• 25% Additional leadership and service activities/work experience• 10% Financial need


The Thomas R. Pickering Undergraduate Foreign Affairs FellowshipsDeadline: February 3, 2012

The Pickering Undergraduate Fellowship selects undergraduate students in their junior year of college.

The Pickering Undergraduate Foreign Affairs Fellowship seeks to recruit talented students in academic pro-grams relevant to international affairs, political and economic analysis, administration, management, and science policy. The goal is to attract outstanding students from all ethnic, racial, and social backgrounds who have an interest in pursuing a Foreign Service career in the U.S. Department of State. The Program develops a source of trained men and women from academic disciplines representing the skill needs of the Department, who are dedicated to representing America’s interests abroad.

https://www.woodrow.org/higher-education-fellowships/foreign_affairs/pickering_undergrad/index.php

The Thomas R. Pickering Graduate Foreign Affairs FellowshipsDeadline: January 30, 2012

The Pickering Graduate Fellowship selects individuals seeking admission to graduate school for the following year.

The goal of the Fellowship Program is to attract outstanding students who enroll in two-year master’s degree programs in public policy, international affairs, public administration, or academic fields such as business, econom-ics, political science, sociology, or foreign languages, who represent all ethnic, racial and social backgrounds and who have an interest in pursuing a Foreign Service career in the U.S. Department of State.

https://www.woodrow.org/higher-education-fellowships/foreign_affairs/pickering_grad/index.php

Greater Miami Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)TIMELINEOctober 31, 2011: Deadline to submit all application materials.December 15, 2011: Applicants notified of results.

HOW TO APPLY:All applications must be submitted electronically via email attachment (PDF format) to the following address: [email protected]

* Grade summary or unofficial transcript may also be submitted with application, but is not required. If selected for a scholarship, the student will be required to submit an official transcript and social security or tax ID at that time, prior to receiving funds.

QUESTIONS:Contact Carlos Benitez at [email protected] or Evelyn Martinez at [email protected]

The Greater Miami SHRM chapter does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, disability, age, veteran status, ancestry, national origin or citizenship in the administration of its scholarship program.


Calendar of Events10/3 8pm FSA’s FUO Week-Karaoke UC 24510/4 4:30pm HHM Dorm Storm Mahoney/Pearson Dining Hall 7:30 FSA’s FUO Week- Ramen Power Hr. UC 245 6:30pm FEC General Body Mtg. UC 24510/5 4:30pm HHM Dorm Storm Hecht/Stanford Dining 7pm FSA’s FUO Week- Dance Workshop UC 245/Patio10/6 5pm HHM Opening Ceremonies UC Patio/Lower Lounge10/7 7pm FSA’s FUO Week Banquet UC 245 10/10 6:30pm BCP General Body Mtg. SOC 2055 7:30pm ASU General Body Mtg. UC Ballroom A10/11 6:30pm FEC General Body Mtg. UC 245 7pm UBS General Body Mtg. UC I Lounge10/12 6pm HHM La Lengua Hecht Master’s Apt.10/18 6pm MSA & Toppel Etiquette Dinner H-100 Room 6:30pm FEC General Body Mtg. UC 24510/19 7pm Black’s and Latin America Mahoney Classroom 10410/21 4pm MSA Crew Meeting UC 211 5:30pm OJU General Body Mtg. 6:30pm FSA General Body Mtg. UC 24510/24 6:30pm BCP General Body MTg. SOC 205510/25 5pm MSA Student Success Series MRC Master’s Apt. 6:30pm FEC General Body Mtg. UC Ballroom D 7pm UBS General Body Mtg. UC I Lounge10/26 7pm HHM Feel the Ritmo UC Ballrooms


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