Event: GPSS Higher Education Summit

*GPSS Higher Education Summit*

Friday Nov 4th, 8:30am-1pm

Kane Hall, Walker Ames Room

 

Please join GPSS for our 5th Annual Higher Education Summit on Friday, Nov.

4th.  The theme of this year’s event is: *On Whose Shoulders: Who Pays For Higher Education in Uncertain Economic Times?  *We will examine Washington residents’ ability to attain an advanced degree at a public institution given rising student debt burden and less government support.  University of Washington President Michael K. Young will deliver opening remarks.

 

Free breakfast and lunch will be provided.  Can’t make the entire event?

Feel free to drop by for a panel – see schedule below.

2012 Senior Class Gift Council

My name is Jaime Jamison and I am the new manager of the Senior Class Gift Program here at UW. I am seeking UW Seniors that are active, social, and interested in pursuing opportunities outside of the classroom to serve on the 2012 Senior Class Gift Council. The SCG Council, a diverse group of seniors from across campus, will help choose this year’s class gift and develop this year’s student fundraising campaign.

By participating on this leadership committee, students will have the opportunity to help determine priorities and fundraising strategies for the Senior Class Gift-staff from the Office of Annual Giving will assist and support them in their efforts and planning of events and solicitation methods.

Open GPSS Seat on Student Technology Fee Committee

Want to Help Improve Technology at UW?
Apply for the Student Technology Fee Committee!

The Student Technology Fee was established to improve technology and access to technology for UW students.  This committee determines the expenditure of the fee and helps manage a multi-million dollar budget.  The Graduate and Professional Student Senate (GPSS) appoints well-qualified students to this committee to ensure your student fees are being well spent.

To apply for a seat on the Committee:  Send your resume and a letter of interest to:  gpssom@u…  Please include your academic program, expected graduation date, and relevant experience.

*Deadline:  August 25th.*

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*GPSS represents graduate and professional students to the University and the Legislature, funds graduate programming, and hosts regular social events.*

GPSS Spring Picnic-This Saturday, May 21

This is the last major GPSS social event of the 2010-2011 year for the graduate and professional community.

GPSS Spring Picnic Saturday, May 21
11 a.m. – 3 p.m
Rainer Vista
(below Drumheller Fountain)

Bring a lunch, friends, and family for a relaxing picnic on the lawn!

Free drinks and snacks will be provided.

2011 Dialoguing Difference Conference: Registration Open

The Women of Color Collective presents:
Dialoguing Difference: First I Dream
May 25, 26, 27, 2001
University of Washington, Seattle

May 25th
Keynote: Walker Ames Lecturer: Dr. Valerie Smith Films, Performances, and Reception
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Ethnic Cultural Center Theater

May 27th
Keynotes: Dr. Michelle Habell-Pallan, Moni, and Dr. Regine Jean-Charles Conference 8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
William H. Gates Hall

Recruiting Graduate and Professional Student UW Bookstore Trustee

We are currently recruiting for the position of Graduate and Professional Student Trustee to the UW Bookstore. In their role as student Trustee they act as a member of the UW Bookstore Board of Directors. This is one of the GPSS Special Committees as per our bylaws. What that means is that we deem this to be a committee of special interest to the graduate and professional student community. Based on this designation we do an extensive recruitment and vetting process to get a candidate who is committed to the unique role that the University Bookstore has in our campus community.

So what makes our Bookstore unique? First it is one of only two of its type in the country. It is a for-profit store where all of shares are held in trust for the students, faculty and staff of the UW. This means that the bookstores mission is provide high quality services to our community. Second is that the Board of Trustees, which also acts as the Board of Directors, is made up of students, faculty and staff of the UW except for one seat which goes to the CEO of the store, Bryan Pearce.

University of Washington Toastmasters’ Groups OPEN HOUSE

OPEN HOUSE WEEK April 18-22, 2011

Looking to improve your speaking skills?  Improve that next conference or course presentation?  Win that job interview?

Come and visit a campus Toastmasters Club!  Toastmasters is a world leader in helping people improve their speech and impromptu communication skills.  Our clubs focus on helping grad students, staff and faculty become experienced and successful public speakers. Members become more confident in their public speaking skills within 6 months, learn something new every meeting, and have fun in a supportive environment!

There are three University area clubs to choose from:

UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON TOASTMASTERS
Tuesday, April 19
12:00pm – 1:00pm
Electrical Engineering Bldg, Rm. 303
uwtmclub@gmail

PURPLE TOAST TOASTMASTERS
Wednesday, April 20
6;05pm – 7:20pm
(located off-campus, in the Wallingford area)
Seattle First Church of the Nazarene – 4401 2^nd Ave NE
purpleto@gmail

HUSKY TOASTMASTERS
Thursday, April 21
12:00pm – 1:00pm
Schmitz Hall, Rm. 170
huskytoastmasters@gmail

Sexual Assault and Relationship Violence ACTIVISM (SARVA) Month Events

April 12th: Through Our Eyes at the Ethnic Cultural Theatre 4:30-6:00pm
*A collaborative event featuring a documentary film, spoken word, and other performances that bring light and give a voice to experiences with sexual assault relationship violence in underrepresented communities

April 19th: Take Back the Night begins at 6:15pm the flag pole behind Kane and Odegaard and moves to the Ethnic Cultural Theatre at 7:00pm
*A powerful evening with a solidarity march, open mic, performances, and candle vigil to commemorate survivors of sexual assault and relationship violence

Student Regent Selection Committee

This from ASUW:

Dear Huskies,

Welcome back! Today I’m writing to let you know that the Student Regent application for 2011-2012 is now available. As Student Regent, you have the opportunity to make a positive impact for all students at the highest level.

The University of Washington Board of Regents is the University’s governing body whose broad responsibilities are to supervise, coordinate, manage and regulate the University, as provided by state statute.  The Board of Regents consists of ten members, one of whom is a student.  The Student Regent represents the varying perspectives of students at the university – both undergraduate and graduate students, as well as students at the Bothell, Seattle, and Tacoma campuses. The Student Regent is appointed by the governor to serve for one year.  The role and voice of Student Regent will be especially important in the coming academic year as the University is faced with many difficult decisions.  

Travel the World in a Day at FIUTS CulturalFest!

Thursday, February 10th
Meany Hall, University of Washington

FIUTS CulturalFest is a day-long celebration of the diversity and vitality that international students bring to our region. CulturalFest features more than 30 interactive display booths produced by UW students from countries around the world and a special performance night of global music and dance.

CulturalFest is produced by the FIUTS Student Board, a student leadership initiative of FIUTS, the Foundation for International Understanding Through Students.