Posted under Academic Resources, Career information and Professional Development Opportunities, Job Opportunities, Student Resources on Feb 16, 2021
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Posted under Academic Resources, Career information and Professional Development Opportunities, COVID-19 Resources, Events, Job Opportunities, Scholarships, Grants and Fellowships, Seminars, lectures and films, Student Resources on Feb 7, 2021
THE DIGEST
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Greetings all,
The winter quarter months can be long and cold, even without a pandemic. The UW Counseling Center has some great resources to help us take care of ourselves, whether it’s supporting our mental health during winter, coping with social isolation or navigating living at home again. If you’re looking for safe entertainment amidst the cold, see below for free talks hosted by the Graduate School’s Office of Public Lectures, including a conversation with legendary sexpert, Dr. Ruth Westheimer, as well as a discussion with Meklit Hadero on music and well-being. Information below subject to change. Please always refer to the source pages for the most up-to-date details on fellowships, jobs and events. |
FUNDING
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For more fellowships with upcoming deadlines, see the Graduate Funding Information Service blog.
Smithsonian Environmental Research Center Summer Internships
American Foundation for the Blind Scholarships
Society of Women Engineers Scholarship
UCLA Labor Center Dream Summer Fellowship
Data Science for Social Good Summer Program
Harry Bridges Center for Labor Studies Research Grants for Graduate Students
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality Grants for Health Services Research Dissertations
Tillman Military Scholars Program
LAGRANT Foundation Graduate Scholarships
Danone North America Gut Microbiome, Yogurt and Probiotics Fellowship Grant
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JOB HUNT
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To find jobs aligned with your interests and degree, login to Handshake with your UW NetID and use the filters underneath the “Jobs” tab. For more job-hunting tips, see this post. You can also reach out to handshake@uw.edu with questions.
Research Project Manager – Cancer Consortium Office of Community Outreach and Engagement – Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
Graduate Student Public Policy Intern, Energy and Environment – General Motors
SPPR Program Modeling and Analysis Scientist (Natural Resource Scientist 3) – Washington State Department of Ecology
Handshake Tip of the Week: Fuel Your Job Search: Follow Employers There are more than 500,000 employers hiring students on Handshake. From notable brand names to incredible organizations in your backyard, you can find the right employer for you. Check out Handshake’s blog post to learn how to follow employers. |
GRAD CONNECTIONS
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Reconstruction, Reconsidered: Belonging and Urban Contestation in Mogadishu’s ‘Building Boom’ Feb. 3, 12–1:30 p.m., online Despite a remarkable post-war building boom and returning diaspora, Somalia’s capital city remains contested. Ballooning property values and the refurbishment of public and private spaces continue to embody the politics of urban belonging, memory and violence of the past three decades.Global Leadership Series: Dr. Anu Taranath Feb. 4, 7–8:30 p.m. PT Dr. Anu Taranath is a speaker, facilitator, consultant, author, and educator specializing in issues of diversity, racial equity and social change. She is currently a professor across English, Humanities, and Comparative History of Ideas (CHID) at the UW and has been teaching for over 25 years. She has collaborated with social change agents and innovative thinkers in 10 different countries, centering inclusivity and collaboration to amplify the voices of those who have not been heard. Rethinking Israeli Citizenship: The Case of Ethiopian Jews and Their Struggle for Naturalization Between 1955-1975 Sexually Speaking: An Evening with Dr. Ruth Community Conversations: Stereotypes Meklit Hadero – How Music Connects Us: Belonging, Wellbeing, and Sonic Lineage Arming the Police and the ‘Social Source of Our Distresses’ Digital Discontents, from the Age of the Mainframe to the Era of Big Tech Patty Hayes – The COVID-19 Pandemic and the Impacts of Systemic Racism |
GRAD HACK
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Better than Best Practices: Inclusive Data Visualization Feb. 2, 10–11:30 a.m. Data visualization design “best practices” often do not prioritize (or outright reject) efforts to be inclusive. This workshop will establish new “best practices” and provide an opportunity to test them out in a visualization. Data visualization experience is not required, though some familiarity with accessing and using spreadsheet software may be helpful.Learn How to Fund Your Graduate Education Feb. 4, 4:30–5:30 p.m. GFIS works with current and admitted UW graduate students, helping them identify and locate funding opportunities for graduate school-related expenses including tuition, research, conference and research travel. In this session you’ll learn more about how you can fund your graduate education. Join the Graduate Funding Information Service for an overview of funding types, search tools, and search strategies. UW Libraries Pressbooks Workshop: Introductory Session Media Arcade Technical Help Hours Weekly Drop-In Research Help from Foster Business Library Digital Scholarship Project Help Office Hours |
COVID-19
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Teaching Everywhere blog In response to the coronavirus outbreak—and without in-person classes—UW faculty have transitioning at warp speed to deliver instruction remotely. They are using technology, from Zoom to Canvas, in new and interesting ways to ensure their students are learning, no matter where they are located. Visit the Center for Teaching and Learning’s Teaching Everywhere blog to see what your colleagues are doing.Coping with Social Isolation, from the UW Counseling Center The coronavirus pandemic has brought unprecedented challenges for daily life, including increased physical separation as a result of social distancing guidance. Humans have an innate need for connection and social contact, and research has demonstrated a significant association between social isolation and mental health concerns. Social distancing can feel like social isolation, but it does not have to. Here are some resources for coping with feelings of isolation as well as provide suggestions about how to remain connected to others while practicing social distancing. Staying safe this winter New supports for UW employee caregivers Counseling Center’s Winter Toolkit: COVID-19 edition Emergency aid available for students |
CAREER & ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT
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Advances in Higher Education Research Seminar Feb. 9, 2:30–3:20 p.m., Zoom Are you curious about holistic course redesign, making your course accessible to all, and alternative grading approaches? Join us for this Advances in Higher Education Research Seminar with St. Edward’s University Professor Santiago Toledo. Dr. Toledo will discuss his use of Marzano’s Taxonomy for drafting content-based student learning outcomes. This taxonomy provides students with a structure for their learning process and allows them to access course content expectations more transparently. After discussing ways to implement Marzano’s Taxonomy, Dr. Toledo will review an alternative grading scheme that leverages content-based learning outcomes and provides targeted and actionable feedback to both students and instructors. This approach makes use of Mastery-Based and Specifications Based Grading. |
Posted under Job Opportunities on Feb 1, 2021
The Department of Asian Languages and Literature is currently searching for a Teaching Assistant for Summer 2021 to help teach our new intensive Vietnamese language class.
Interested applicants must be UW graduate students during summer 2021. Vietnamese language skills are necessary, and some teaching experience is preferred. For more details, please see the attached job ad.
The deadline is March 1st, 2021 and applicants should send a cover letter and CV/resume to asianapp@uw.edu if interested.
Posted under Job Opportunities on Jan 22, 2021
Department of Cinema and Media Studies is seeking a reader/grader to provide support for CMS 311 Film History, 1930-1959 taught by Professor Sudhir Mahadevan. Qualifications are based on prior course work, skill level, experience, and schedule availability. CMS 311 surveys distinctive films and moments in the history of cinema over a period of three decades. The period spans transformations in technology (the advent of sound), genres (the social problem film, film noir), institutions (the consolidation of the studio system, the birth of new national cinemas), and trends (French poetic realism, Italian Neo-realism).
Job Classification: Reader/Grader Hourly ASE
Responsibilities include:
The reader/grader’s primary role is to help the instructor provide feedback on student work. The reader/grader may not perform teaching duties. The reader/grader will provide feedback on:
Grading responsibilities begin at the end of Week 4 by when students will have submitted the first of two online quizzes. The peak grading periods will be as follows:
Quiz 1 – Weeks 5 to 7
Research Dossier: Weeks 5 to 7
Quiz 2 – Weeks 7 to 9
Final essay: Weeks 9 through Finals Week
We expect the hourly commitment will be 10 to 15 hours per week starting from Week 5 through Finals Week.
Eligibility & Qualifications:
Compensation: $20.00/hour
This position is NOT benefits eligible.
To Apply:
Application Deadline: Open until filled.
Please send an email to gradcinema@uw.edu with the subject CMS 311 Reader-Grader and your last name.
Attach to the email a single PDF document that includes:
Acceptance and Notification: Selected candidate will be notified by email or phone. If offered the position, the candidate will be asked to submit an acceptance form. We are hoping to fill the position as soon as possible.
Any questions about the application process, please contact the Department of Cinema and Media Studies, gradcinema@uw.edu.
**International students with a TA/RA/SA/Instructor or any other 50% or 20 hour per week appointment cannot, at the same time, have an appointment as a reader/grader without additional authorization from the International Students and Scholars office, for additional information please consult the ISS office. Phone: 206-221-7857. Website: https://iss.washington.edu/
The University of Washington is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
https://ap.washington.edu/eoaa/aapolicy/
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Disability Services Office. https://hr.uw.edu/dso/services/, 206-543-6450, 206-543-6452 (TTY) or dso@uw.edu
Posted under Job Opportunities on Jan 18, 2021
The UW COVID-19 Student Service Corps (UWCSSC) is a student run organization that partners with researchers and community organizations that are working on COVID-19 related projects to help recruit student support. Our team is composed of both undergraduate and graduate student volunteers that are passionate about providing support to our community.
We are currently recruiting to fill two project developer roles. One will focus on research projects and the other will focus on developing service learning projects with community groups. Each position will require between 5-10 hours per week. See the application for more details.
Application: https://forms.gle/Ae7Tagxqzi2zpMbU7
Applications will be accepted until Friday, 02/12/2021, at 11:59pm PT.
Questions? Email us at csscuw@uw.edu
Posted under Job Opportunities on Dec 12, 2020
YouthForce is currently hiring for a Career Internship Program Manager to help run their internship programs! The position is full time and includes benefits.
Link for information: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=3bb5d2bc-8e5f-4514-b7ef-4bab71c977fc&ccId=19000101_000001&type=JS&lang=en_US
Posted under Job Opportunities on Dec 12, 2020
There are two Post-Masters Social Work Fellowship positions at the Counseling and Psychiatric Services (CAPS) at the University of Colorado, Boulder.
A quicklink to share and view the posting has been created.
The application deadline is January 3, 2021.
Posted under Job Opportunities on Nov 22, 2020
The School of Nursing & Health Studies has an outstanding opportunity for a Fieldwork Program Manager (60%).
The Fieldwork Manager will be the main point of contact for building and maintaining relationships with health care and community health organizations, along with social justice organizations whose work impacts health (homelessness, food security, environmental, economic development, educational institutions or racial/gender/sexuality justice organizations). I hope you will consider passing this position along to your networks, and if you or anyone has questions, please feel free to contact me.
Job link: https://uwhires.admin.washington.edu/ENG/candidates/default.cfm?szCategory=jobprofile&jobhistory=1&szOrderID=184484
Posted under Job Opportunities on Nov 16, 2020
Bellevue First United Methodist Church in downtown Bellevue looking to hire a part-time Case Manager to assist with a single tenant or family that will be living in our transitional housing apartment on the property. The person in this role would help the client develop goals for their time in the shelter and assist in connecting them with community resources.
Bellevue First UMC is an inclusive community, and we exclude no one based on their gender and gender expression, sexual orientation, race, socioeconomic background, ability, or religion. The person in this position does not need to express any religious belief. We care more about finding someone who resonates with our values of serving the community and playing a role in transformational social justice work.
The role itself is around 10 hours per month – the equivalent of about one site visit a week, plus a few extra reports, notes, virtual follow-ups. This would be a great position for one of your students who may be looking to add a small part-time job in addition to other work. The pay is set at $400 per month.
Posted under Career information and Professional Development Opportunities, Job Opportunities on Nov 16, 2020
$18/hour, Application deadline: 11/30
Dr. Bich-Ngoc Turner in the Department of Asian Languages and Literature is seeking a grader for Vietnamese language classes. Applicants must be proficient in Vietnamese, but is open to both undergraduate and graduate students.
If you would like to apply or have any questions, please contact Dr. Turner at turnerbn@uw.edu
Posted under Job Opportunities, Money Matters on Oct 21, 2020
The University Honors Program has an exciting opportunity to hire graduate student admissions evaluators for Winter Quarter, 2021.
A detailed position description can be found in Handshake under the requisition number #4086910. Applications need to be submitted via this form on the UW Honors website and the deadline is 10/26/20.
Posted under Job Opportunities, Money Matters on Oct 13, 2020
The Undergraduate Research Program is hiring! They are seeking a Program Development Intern (paid) to support URP’s mission and work with undergraduates engaged in research for the 2020-21 academic year.
Program Development Intern: https://app.joinhandshake.com/jobs/3975698
Students may apply here directly: https://forms.gle/V1F27q4cYeSbjcpU9
Posted under Job Opportunities, Money Matters on Oct 13, 2020
the Office of Admissions have a great opportunity for graduate students to be Admissions Review Readers during winter quarter 2021. If you know any American Indian/Alaska Native and underrepresented graduate students who are a good fit to be an Admissions Readers, please feel free to share this great opportunity.
Compensation includes tuition, health care benefits, plus standard salary. Closing date is 10/26/2020.
You may find the job posting HERE.
Posted under Job Opportunities, Money Matters, Research on Oct 13, 2020
Love research? A study on the evaluation of sexual violence prevention programs in middle schools in Washington is hiring an RA. This is a paid ASE position (tuition waiver and stipend) at least for Winter and Spring quarters.
Link for more info, apply now!
Link: https://sph.washington.edu/careers/job/16389
Posted under Job Opportunities, Money Matters on Sep 30, 2020
Undergraduate Research Program is hiring! They are seeking a Program Development Intern (paid) to support URP’s mission and work with undergraduates engaged in research for 2020-21 academic year.
Program Development Intern: https://uw.joinhandshake.com/jobs/3975698/edit?initial_page=4
Posted under Job Opportunities, Money Matters on Sep 14, 2020
SafeCampus is hiring right now and we’re looking for a fantastic senior level undergraduate or graduate student to help support our program this school year. SafeCampus provides consultation with individuals and departments who are concerned about gender-based violence, threats, or suicide. We work to get folks connected to the best resources to meet their needs. This is a unique opportunity especially for anyone interested in violence prevention/threat assessment work in higher education. If interested, please review the job description!
Posted under Job Opportunities on Aug 25, 2020
Link to learn more and apply
https://usr58.dayforcehcm.com/CandidatePortal/en-us/mylcs/Posting/View/3125
Posted under Job Opportunities, Money Matters on Aug 25, 2020
GPSS is excited to announce they are looking for nine amazing staff members to join their team for the 2020-21 year.
Applications due Monday, August 31st at 11:55 pm.
Event Director:
https://app.joinhandshake.com/jobs/3923584
Organizing Director:
https://app.joinhandshake.com/jobs/3923231
Communications Director:
https://app.joinhandshake.com/jobs/3923508
Director of University Affairs:
https://app.joinhandshake.com/jobs/3923663
Senate Clerk:
https://app.joinhandshake.com/jobs/3923833
Creative Director:
https://app.joinhandshake.com/jobs/3923555
Administrative Specialist:
https://app.joinhandshake.com/jobs/3923767
Budget Specialist:
https://app.joinhandshake.com/jobs/3923708
Policy Director:
https://app.joinhandshake.com/jobs/3923374
Posted under Job Opportunities, Money Matters on Aug 25, 2020
The Career Development team at the Evans School of Public Policy & Governance is seeking a work study student assistant for the 2020-2021 academic year.
This position will support the team in managing job and internship postings on the School’s job board, responding to and troubleshooting employer and student email inquiries, social media management, and helping with administrative and project responsibilities supporting the greater Student Services team.
Undergraduate or graduate work-study eligible students are welcome to apply. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, with a preferred application deadline of August 28th. Work will take place virtually for the foreseeable future.
Detailed pay rate and application instructions are on the link below (search Evans School)
https://apps.osfa.washington.edu/workstudy/pages/jobs.php
Posted under Job Opportunities, Money Matters on Aug 25, 2020
Part-time student position, Graduate Admissions Specialist, within the Master of Science in Information Systems Program at the Foster School of Business.
The position would work on admissions initiatives, communication, data-integrity, and more. It would be a great opportunity for a driven, independent senior or graduate student looking to learn more about customer service, marketing, higher education, etc. The full position description and application can be found in Handshake: https://app.joinhandshake.com/jobs/3903623