Need some extra English practice?

Need some extra English practice?

English Conversation Program (ECP) Summer Registration is Open!

ECP is FREE for registered UCLA students and only $25 for UCLA Visiting Scholars, Faculty, Dependents, and Extension Students!

The 8-week session will begin July 6th and run until August 27th.  All classes are 2 hours per week!

Check out the schedule at http://www.internationalcenter.ucla.edu/Programs.aspx?viewID=1&subviewID=3 and then register right away at http://www.internationalcenter.ucla.edu/Programs.aspx?viewID=1&subviewID=4 because classes fill up quickly!

If you want to register for two ECP classes then you can register for ONE now and 2nd pass registration will begin on July 10th (You may also switch classes at this point if necessary).  Also remember, July 16th is the LAST DAY to add or drop a class!

News and Notes about Economics Courses in Fall Quarter 2010

News and Notes about Economics Courses in Fall Quarter 2010

  • Economics 2 now has Economics 1 as a prerequisite.
  • Economics 41 now has prerequisites of Math 31A and 31B, so you cannot enroll in it unless you will have completed these two calculus courses.
  • Economics 41 is now restricted to students officially in Pre-Economics, Pre-Business Economics, and Pre-Economics/International Area Studies.  If you are pursuing one of these majors but are under another major, you will need to contact a Department of Economics counselor for help enrolling.
  • Economics 106’s (except Econ. 106A) are restricted to Business Economics majors, both on first and second passes.
  • Economics 106A is the same course as Economics 188B, which was offered for the first time in Spring Quarter. Economics 106A will count as an Economics 106 for the Business Economics major.  Application instructions for this course are below.

Econ. 106A will count as an Economics Elective under the Econ. 130 series for the Economics and Economics/International Area Studies. It will also satisfy an Economics Elective for the Business Economics major if you have already taken two Economics 106’s. This applies to other Economics 106’s as well for Business Economics.

  • Economics 106T/Economics of Technology is a new course which will count as an Economics 106 for the Bus. Econ. major.
  • Economics M134A is cross-listed with Environment M134.  You may enroll under either course number to earn credit for an economics elective.
  • Economics 140 has been replaced by Economics 145.  The course description is below.
  • Economics 187/Application of Economic Theory has a topic of Economic History of Globalization.  This course will count as an economics elective for Department of Economics majors under the international field (120’s).
  • Economics 188/Career Development is a one-unit course that does not fulfill an Economics elective requirement for any Department of Economics major.
  • If you need to take Economics 199B in Fall Quarter because you are graduating in December and are an Economics/International Area Studies major, you should contact a Department of Economics counselor for more information.

Case-based Economics Course for Fall 2010!!!

The UCLA Department of Economics is proud to announce that Economics 106A/Economics in Practice will be offered again in Fall Quarter 2010.  Students must submit an application online by 11:59 pm on August 15, 2010 to be considered for this course.  Please note that students will be accepted on a rolling basis, therefore, you are encouraged to apply early.

Course Description: Econ 106A (formerly Econ 188B) is an interactive problem solving course using economics to address a variety of problems in public policy.  This course provides an introduction to a new case-based learning approach, including assistance from UCLA Anderson MBA students.  Students, grouped in fours, will be required to present analysis on several “cases” throughout the quarter, utilizing Excel and PowerPoint.   All students will be required to present analysis of a final case to judges from top financial firms in the UCLA Case Study Competition.  Letter grading.

Application Process:

  1. Submit Your Resume
    1. Log-in to BruinViewTM on-line at https://secure.career.ucla.edu/BruinViewLogin/Login.aspx
    2. Click the “Jobs and Internships” tab
    3. Keyword Search “764910”
    4. Upload and Submit your resume on BruinView
    5. Complete the application form and short-essay
      1. Available online at: https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dGhTbmlTTnFWZW10SkNFVUJ3X2l0Tmc6MA

[ To upload your Resume on BruinView: Click the “Documents” tab on BruinView, then the “Add New” button to select the document from your computer and then “Submit” to add this document to your account.  Please note there is a 24-hour approval process before this resume will be available on the system.  Once this document is approved you must also submit the document to the Econ 106A posting (Job # 764910 on BruinViewTM. ]

For Application Questions, please contact Katie Davy, Economics Career Specialist at kdavy@career.ucla.edu or (310) 206-1931.

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Economics 145 Topics in Math/Economics

Professor Copic will be offering Economics 145 this Fall. This is an advanced topics course and enrollment is by Department consent.

COURSE PREREQUISITES: This is an advanced topics course intended for students who may have an interest in pursuing a research career. Any student wishing to enroll in the course must have sufficient mathematical background or must otherwise qualify for the course through exceptional prior academic and/or work record. (Prerequisites: Econ 101, Econ 103, Math 33A or Math 115A, or Department consent). In such a case, you may obtain permission to sign up for the course by contacting Ed McDevitt, Department of Economics Program Coordinator, at mcdevitt@econ.ucla.edu

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Decision Theory, Game Theory, Bounded Rationality with introduction to research. The main thread of the course is to discuss human behavior in an evolutionary context in order to analyze aspects of human behavior that are hard to fit in with the rationality paradigm. We first discuss what it means to be rational, principally in terms of axioms of consistent decision making; we identify rationality in different environments, such as choice, inter-temporal choice, and choice under uncertainty. We then briefly move to strategic situations, and other multi-person situations, and identify what is meant by rationality in such settings. We then point out some well-known deviations from consistent behavior, some of these may be introduced through in-class experiments (Allais paradox, Ellsberg paradox, dictator games and backward induction, etc.). Next, we provide a short review of some of the models that have been proposed to account for such behavior: the reference-point models (e.g., Herbert Simon’s satiscing ideas), models of inconsistent inter-temporal choice (β-δ), models for decision-making under uncertainty (case-based theory of Gilboa and Schmeidler). We then move to a concrete example where we try to identify several underlying characteristics of the environment which determine human behavior, where we attempt to develop a simple model fitting the situation.

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Economics 188: Career Development (1 unit)

Instructor: Steve Ross

Class Meetings: September 25 (Saturday) and October 23 (Saturday).

This course will have two lectures, with each session consisting of a five-hour lecture on Saturday from 9:30 am – 3:30 pm (includes breaks and lunch). In addition, one Saturday will be devoted to meeting individually with students. Saturday lecture one will be held on September 25; Saturday lecture two is on October 23; and the Saturday Meeting with Students is scheduled TBA. Note that this course does not apply to any economics-related major.

Course Description:

The course will consist of a series of one-hour lectures based on real world experiences to help students identify and develop key knowledge and skills used in the real world.  In each class, the instructor will be spend the first ten minutes on the weekly current business environment.  Covered topics include financial markets, economy, unemployment, banking crises and all related business topics.  After the market update, the lectures will include, but not be limited to:

Resume Workshop: (tools and strategies to differentiate yourself), the future of resumes (websites and portfolios)

Interview Workshop: (pre and post interview); how to prepare and tell your story while differentiating yourself and showing passion; how to add value versus your peers

Follow your passion (how to find the career that is right for you)

Networking (social and internet); how to sell yourself (elevator speech)

Wall Street Workshop/Financial careers

Marketing /Sales Careers

Ethics, Communication Skills and Presentation Skills

International Study Abroad

Internships/Student Organizations, Community Service, and Various Certifications (CPA, CFA, CFP, etc.)

Real Estate Careers/How to buy Real Estate

Personal Finance/Credit Scores, Saving and Retirement Plans

Career Fairs (how to differentiate yourself and tell your story)

ENROLLMENT IN ECONOMICS 188 WILL BE RESTRICTED TO SENIORS AND JUNIORS OFFICIALLY IN THE BUSINESS ECONOMICS, ECONOMICS, ECONOMICS/INTERNATIONAL AREA STUDIES, AND MATH-ECON MAJORS.

Fall 2010- Social Science Electives

The following is a list of the social science courses being offered in Fall Quarter which count toward the Economics/International Area Studies major.

East Asia Concentration

Geog 139, 158, 186

Europe Concentration

Central and East European Studies 126**

Hist 125D**, 126, 136A, M182D/.Jewish Stds M182D, 183A

Latin America Concentration

Geog 182A

Hist 161**

Pol Sci M154C/Afro Am M154C

Middle East Concentration

Hist 110D

Jewish Stds 144**

Pol Sci 132A

Former Soviet Union Concentration
Hist 107A, 127B

Individual Concentration

Africa:

Geog 135

Pol Sci 151C

**You need to bring a syllabus to a Dept. of Economics counselor for review to possibly have this course approved for the major.

Business Economics applications

Business Economics applications are now available on-line.

If you have completed ALL of your Business Economics pre-major courses with a minimum 3.0 GPA (excluding the writing course) earned a C or better in each course, and meet all other criteria, you can click on the following links for instructions on how to apply for the major and for the actual application.

Please make sure that you read the appropriate information and submit the appropriate application since it will differ depending upon whether or not you transferred to UCLA.

Make sure you read the instructions carefully as incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Non-Transfer Student Information and Application

http://www.econ.ucla.edu/staff/alert/BusEcon_NonTransfer.htm

Transfer Student Information and Application

http://www.econ.ucla.edu/staff/alert/BusEcon_Transfer_Application.htm

Click on each line of the application to type your responses, print it out and turn it in at the Department of Economics counseling office in Bunche 2263 by 4:00 on Friday, July 9, 2010.

URSP – Undergraduate Research Scholars Program

URSP – Undergraduate Research Scholars Program

The Undergraduate Research Scholars Program (URSP) for the arts, humanities, social Sciences and behavioral sciences supports students committed to completing a departmental honors thesis or comprehensive research or creative project.
Application
Applications for the URSP are available by April 1st, each year. This year’s deadline has been extended to JULY 1, 2010. The URSP application

is available on MyUCLA. To access and submit an application, log in to MyUCLA and go to “Surveys” in your Features menu.  You may also access

the application by clicking the Survey icon in the middle of your MyUCLA home page.

UCLA Summer Sessions Info

This is a reminder that UCLA Summer Session Economics courses are still open for enrollment.  Summer Session A classes begin on Monday.  We encourage you to attend classes this summer if you want to graduate in a timely manner.  We are unsure what our course offerings will be next year given budget constraints.

Note the alternative prereqs. for the following summer classes:

Econ. M134A (Econ. 11 only is required for this section in Summer Session A.)

Econ. 106F, Lec. 2 (Econ. 101 only is required for this section in Summer Session C)

Econ. 161 (Econ. 11 only is required for this section in Summer Session A.)

If you have completed the prereqs. and want to enroll in one of these courses, please contact us at ug-counselor@econ.ucla.edu.  Also be aware that if you want to enroll into a course in Summer Session C for which you are taking the prerequisite in Summer Session A, you will need to contact us for help enrolling in the Session C course.

Slim Insights Intern needed

Position: Summer Intern

Duration: Eight weeks or more

Location: Work from home

SimInsights is developing a web based collaborative simulation platform for STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education for students at middle and high school and undergraduate levels. SimInsights is looking for summer interns who can contribute to exploring exciting possibilities that hold the promise of bringing collaborative simulation capabilities to vast number of students at very low costs. The projects will range from online marketing and community building to website development and programming. Intern’s contributions will help secure funding as well as strategic partnerships with educators, investors and agencies such as National Science Foundation (NSF).

Responsibilities

1. Work on challenging projects as part of a small but globally distributed team.

2. Available projects range from online marketing and community building to website development and programming.

Qualifications

1. Enrollment in graduate or undergraduate program at a university.

2. Relevant course work.

3. Interest in social media, communications and community building is a plus.

4. Interest in math, modeling, simulations and education is a plus.

About SimInsights

SimInsights is a startup founded by students/alumni of IIT, UCLA and Stanford with the mission to develop a web based collaborative simulation platform for STEM learning. By promoting a deep understanding of STEM concepts gained through “learning by doing” approach, SimInsights will better prepare students for STEM careers and also prepare the general population to understand complex scientific issues and make wise decisions.

What we offer

If you are passionate about web applications, learning and entrepreneurship and want to work with a startup, then this position is a great way to spend your summer. You will have freedom in implementation and will be encouraged to “own” the project. This is an unpaid position with possibility of references, future employment and equity based on your performance.

How to apply

Email cover letter and resume to rkjha1@gmail.com.

Career Center Services

Are you a senior who just graduated?  (Will not be attending Summer Sessions or returning for Fall Quarter).  If so, you’re access to Career Center services will end on Wednesday, June 30!!! If you’re applying to a pre-health graduate program (MD, DDS, Rx, etc) either this cycle or next year and haven’t attended any pre-health workshops at The Career Center, this is your last chance!  (Career Center operates on students’ current registration fees, so while you’re a currently registered student come and utilize The Career Center.)

Please consider the workshops below, if you fit the criteria above and have not attended before.

Writing a Winning Personal Statement (open to graduating seniors who are interested in other pre-professional programs – e.g. law, policy, education, etc)

Thursday, June 17:  11:00-12:30pm (Location:  Career Center, 3rd Floor)

Monday, June 21:  3:00-4:30pm (Location:  Career Center, 2nd Fl – Rm 200)

Interviewing for MD/DDS/Rx Schools:

Tuesday, June 15:  2:00-3:30pm (Location:  Career Center, 3rd Floor)

Wednesday, June 23:  1:30-3:00pm (Location:  Career Center, 2nd Fl – Rm 200)

Please register through Bruinview!

L3 Communications is looking for a summer intern

L3 Communications is looking for a summer intern to be based in Torrance, CA. Qualifying individuals must be entering their junior or senior year, or continuing a Master’s program, by the fall of 2010.

Job Description

The intern will support the Contracts department in their business process improvement initiative and is expected to learn quickly. Depending on the schedule, the intern will be involved in the following activities:

1)     Understand the process from Request-For-Proposal to Contract Closure

2)     Obtain a basic knowledge of Windchill (data management system)

3)     Work with stakeholders to organize existing files to support a data migration

4)     Support end user training

5)     Upon completion of the internship, present their contribution to the division president

The bulk of the work is preparing for the data migration. This requires attention to detail, computer literacy, and the ability to work independently.

Preferred major(s) = Finance, Business, Computer Science, Engineering

How to Apply

Must submit resume online. I recommend attaching a file rather than pasting text.

http://www.l-3com.com/careers/search.aspx

Business Unit = Electron Technologies

Location = California (Torrance)

Position Title = Summer Internships – Paid Positions

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Full-time Analyst

Full-time Analyst
Argus Information and Advisory Services, LLC

Argus is an internationally recognized B2B company that provides strategic and analytic solutions to major financial services companies (Credit Card issuers) in the US, UK and Canada.  Argus’ solutions-suite includes syndicated studies, account scores & products, data-warehousing & management services, and consulting services.  Argus has an immediate full-time opening in their San Francisco headquarters. Argus is looking for highly intelligent, energetic individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit, capable of conducting complex financial and statistical analysis in a fast-paced and challenging work environment. Resume and cover letter should be sent to ucla.argus@hiredesk.netPlease visit BruinView (Job ID 763791)for further details. www.argusinformation.com

Marketing Analyst & Environmental Communications Internship

Marketing Analyst & Environmental Communications Internship

Do you want to make a difference? Why We Need You: We are conducting an in-house environmental footprint study and need to implement a plan to quantify the company’s waste stream and recycling efforts. Additionally, new business development is an ongoing priority here and among other new business help, we need support analyzing open rates for our company newsletter.

We need a qualified individual to work in our Long Beach office to assist in the following:

  • Conducting data analysis
  • Assessing our office’s waste stream
  • Writing reports
  • Developing an internal wiki system
  • Developing a photo library

You will work closely with various staff overseeing these company efforts and will be able to see your projects through, from inception to completion. The recruited intern will serve as an integral member in assessing the marketing data behind new business development and company branding efforts.

You will also be able to work on other projects in the office as-needed, from our contract with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), to working on a social networking campaign for the LA County Stormwater Program and more.

Who We Are:  S. Groner Associates, Inc. (SGA) specializes in addressing public and private sector communications needs through public relations and strategic social marketing. Since 2002, SGA has been listed yearly in the Los Angeles Business Journal as one of the County’s top 15 independent public relations firms. Check us out! http://www.sga-inc.net/

Duration: Must be able to commit 10 hours a week from now until late August.

Qualifications:

  • Business/Statistics/Communications majors
  • Excellent analytical skills
  • Familiarity with data analysis; Excel and math savvy
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Ability to quickly process and apply large amounts of information
  • Current college students & recent graduates welcome
  • Knowledge and experience in building internal Wiki pages, a plus

Compensation: Paid internship

Please apply ASAP by visiting https://sga.iapplicants.com and fill out sections 1 & 5 only.

Global Siblings

Global Siblings:  Now Accepting Applications – Apply TODAY!

The Global Siblings program pairs one international student with one domestic Global sibling for the year. International students vary widely in their experiences abroad. Although some students may have extensive experiences working, traveling and studying in the United States, for others, this may be their first experience outside of their country. As a result, Global Siblings are asked to help facilitate their sibling’s transition and experience at UCLA according to his/her needs.  APPLICATIONS FOR 2010-2011 SCHOOL YEAR ARE DUE SEPT 24th!  You can access the Domestic and the International Applications on our website at http://www.internationalcenter.ucla.edu/Programs.aspx?viewID=3&subviewID=1

Interested in becoming a Global Sibling Coodinator?  The Global Siblings Coordinator is a leadership position within the Global Siblings program. Selected based on their application as well as an interview process, coordinators are not only Global Siblings themselves, but also help coordinate the meetings and activities of nine or ten Global Sibling pairs assigned to them. This position presents an excellent opportunity to gain management experience (both people and budgetary), programming skills, and international exposure.  APPLICATIONS CAN BE FOUND at http://www.internationalcenter.ucla.edu/Programs.aspx?viewID=3&subviewID=1

DUE DATE IS JUNE 11th!!

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Online Survey

UCUES is a UC-wide online survey administered at all University of California campuses (except for UCSF) as well as other select universities nationwide.  The data collected provides a comprehensive understanding of undergraduates’ academic as well as extracurricular activities.  In addition, UCUES provides an opportunity to compare students’ experiences and perceptions of their department with other UC’s as well as a group of comparable AAU institutions (e.g., University of Michigan, University of Minnesota, Rutgers University, University of Texas, University of Pittsburgh, University of Oregon).

Currently, our campus response rate is 14%, which is significantly lower than the response rates at all of the other UCs (except for one). We would like to improve our campus response rate to at least 30% in order to be able to gain a more complete understanding of undergraduate experiences at UCLA.

We’re hoping that with your encouragement, undergraduate students in your department will complete the survey.  Respondents’ will be entered into prizes drawings that include a UCLA annual parking pass, an iPad, a Sony Digital Reader, and $100 gift cards.  Prizes have already been awarded to some survey respondents (see www.ucues.ucla.edu for list of winners).

You can help by emailing your students and asking them to access the survey at www.ucues.ucla.edu. The survey will be available until mid-July.

UCLA CAMPUS ACADEMIC REGULATIONS: Repeating Coursework

UCLA CAMPUS ACADEMIC REGULATIONS: Repeating Coursework

UCLA students may repeat up to 16 units of GRADED coursework in which they receive a grade of C- or below. If you repeat a course that you took for a letter grade, you MUST choose the same grading option when you repeat it. The same is not true for Pass/No Pass courses (see below). A course may be repeated only once. Although only the second grade earned (for better or worse) will be computed into your GPA, both grades will remain on your transcript.

After you have used the allowed 16 units of repeat credit, or if you do not have enough units left to repeat a course, you may still repeat a course in which you received a C- or below. However, both grades will be averaged into your cumulative GPA; the first grade will not be removed from the GPA.

No form or petition is required to repeat a class; all you need to do is enroll through URSA .  The Registrar’s Office will automatically code the course as a repeat.

Restrictions:

* You may repeat the same course only once.
* You may receive units for a repeated course only once.
* You will not receive credit for a course repeated after you have completed a more advanced course with a passing grade (i.e., Math, Chemistry, or foreign languages).

Repeating Pass/No Pass Courses

If you first took a course Pass/No Pass and did not pass, you have the option of repeating the course for a grade or for Pass/No Pass again.  There is no limit to the number of pass/no pass courses you may repeat for those courses in which you receive a grade of “No Pass.”

Unauthorized Repeats

A notation of “Unauthorized Repeat” or “Illegal Repeat” will show on your transcript if:

1. You received a C or better or a Pass the first time you took the course, OR
2. You repeat the same class more than once.

No credit will be given for an unauthorized repeat!
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Commencement Info

Dear Commencement Participants,

We look forward to seeing you tomorrow and expect a very joyful evening.  Please arrive at the Intramural Field gate next to Drake Stadium, off of Bruin Walk, between 4:30 and 4:45.

When you arrive, please pick up a career card at the table next to the gate.  You can fill it out at one of the tables on the IM field.  After you complete it, you will be provided with a name card, which you will fill out so that you can hand it to the faculty member who will read your name and recognize you on stage during the individual recognition portion of the ceremony.  You must fill out a name card to be recognized on stage.  Please make sure that the pronunciation line is printed clearly so that the faculty member will be able to pronounce your name correctly.

Drake will be open to your guests beginning at 4:30.  The ceremony will begin at 5:30 and should be over by around 7:30.

Commencement Info

Dear Graduating Seniors:

Congratulations on your upcoming graduation from UCLA.  We look forward to celebrating your special day with you at the Department of Economics Commencement on Saturday, June 12.  You should plan to arrive at 4:45, although you can come as early as 4:30.  The latest that you should arrive is at 5:00.

Please stop by our office in 2263 Bunche during finals week to fill out a yellow career card, which will be located near the sign-in sheet.  Once you complete the card, please hand it to one of the counselors, who will give you a name card that you will take with you.  You should fill out the name card and bring it with you to Commencement, when you will hand it to the faculty member to read your name as you go on stage during the individual recognition portion of the ceremony.

The student line-up for the processional into Drake Stadium will be on the Intramural Field. You should enter the Intramural Field gate closest to Drake (off of Bruin Walk). If you haven’t already filled out a yellow career card and picked up your name card during finals week, you will need to pick up a yellow career card on the table to the right of the gate.  You can bring it onto the IM field to fill it out at one of the name card tables.  Once you complete it, you will hand it to one of the volunteers at one of the tables and you will be given your name card at that time.  Everyone participating in Commencement should have a name card filled out as they proceed into Drake Stadium for the ceremony since your name will not be read if you do not have one.

We recommend that you WEAR FLAT SHOES!!!!! Walking on grass and going up the stairs to the stage with shoes that have elevated heels could lead to a twisted ankle or other injury.  Don’t forget to wear your cap and gown.

Note that the following items are prohibited at Commencement:

• Food and beverage items (including cans and bottles)

• Banners, signs or balloons

• Umbrellas

• Noisemakers, air horns, etc.

• Backpacks or bags (small purses ok)

• Weapons of any kind

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.  Good luck on your finals. We’ll see you on Saturday!

2010-2011 Department of Economics Undergraduate Scholarships

2010-2011 Department of Economics Undergraduate  Scholarships

On behalf of generous donors, the Department of Economics is now accepting applications for 2010-2011 academic year scholarships.  Most scholarships are in the amount of $5,000 each and require you to be a Department of Economics student.

If you would like to apply, you must submit your completed application no later than Friday, June 25, at 4:00 p.m.  No late applications will be accepted. For more information and to complete an application, please go to http://www.econ.ucla.eduClick on the Undergraduate link and then the Scholarship link.

We have received a relatively small number of applications in the past, so we definitely encourage you to apply.  Your GPA is not the only criteria we look at.  When you write your essay, please make sure that you let us know what activities you have been involved in and how you can differentiate yourself from the other applicants.  Students whose essay indicates only that they need the money do not have as high of a possibility of being selected.

We want to direct your attention to a particular scholarship, the Jeffrey W. Baus ’59 Scholarship.  This scholarship is open only to students with a 3.0 to 3.5 cumulative UCLA GPA and a desire to pursue a career in accounting.  If you have any questions, do not hesitate to ask one of the counselors in 2263 Bunche.



Scholarships

2010-2011 Department of Economics Undergraduate  Scholarships

On behalf of generous donors, the Department of Economics is now

accepting applications for 2010-2011 academic year scholarships.  Most

scholarships are in the amount of $5,000 each and require you to be a

Department of Economics student.

If you would like to apply, you must submit your completed application

no later than Friday, June 25, at 4:00 p.m.  No late applications will

be accepted. To complete an application, please go  to

http://www.econ.ucla.edu.  Click on the Undergraduate link and then the

Scholarship link.

We have received a relatively small number of applications in the past,

so we definitely encourage you to apply.  Your GPA is not the only

criteria we look at.  When you write your essay, please make sure that

you let us know what activities you have been involved in and how you

can differentiate yourself from the other applicants.  Students whose

essay indicates only that they need the money do not have as high of a

possibility of being selected.

We want to direct your attention to a particular scholarship, the

Jeffrey W. Baus ’59 Scholarship.  This scholarship is open only to

students with a 3.0 to 3.5 cumulative UCLA GPA and a desire to pursue a

career in accounting.  If you have any questions, do not hesitate to ask

one of the counselors in 2263 Bunche.

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Fellowships, Scholarships and Internships

The Emma L. Bowen Foundation for Minority Interests in media recruits

underrepresented minority youth to intern at industry companies in their

home towns.  Any minority student who is a high school junior or senior,

or college freshman is eligible to apply. Some of the requirements are:

A cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0, an interest in the

media industry, and plans to attend a four-year accredited college or

university.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens or legal residents, and speak and write

English fluently.

HOW TO APPLY. Go to: www.emmabowenfoundation.com. Download the

application that includes mailing instructions on page 5. While on the

web page scroll down past the U.S. map and the list of states, and then

click on Frequently Asked Questions.  If there are still questions call

818-655-5708.

Applicants should enter your department along with school in response to

the

question: How did you learn about our program?  At close of recruiting

season we will provide the total number of applications that refer to

you, and your finalists for in-person interview with the sponsor.

Armenian Educational Foundation TWENTIETH  ANNUAL  RICHARD R. TUFENKIAN

SCHOLARSHIP

The Armenian Educational Foundation is accepting applications for the

2010-2011 academic year

*** Scholarship Criteria ***

Armenian Descent

Financial Need

Armenian Community Service

Undergraduate Full-time Student Fall 2010 at

Accredited U.S. University/College

3.0 Minimum G.P.A.

Completed Application Package

(Postmarked by July 29, 2010)

Five $2,000 scholarships will be awarded

For applications visit

www.aefweb.org

Hermine@aefweb.org

Phone (818) 242-4154

RHODES SCHOLARSHIPS

For Graduate Study at Oxford

Outstanding UCLA seniors or recent graduates are invited to apply for

the Rhodes Scholarship.  Rhodes Scholarships finance young Americans of

exceptional ability to study at the University of Oxford in England for

a graduate degree in any discipline.  Thirty-two scholarships will be

awarded to American students in November 2010 to cover the cost of a

maximum of three years of study to begin in Fall 2011.

ELIGIBILITY:  An applicant must be nominated by UCLA and

*            be a citizen of the United States

*            by October 1, 2010 have passed the eighteenth and not have

passed the twenty-fourth birthday

*            by Fall 2011, hold a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited

college or university in the United States

*            have a demonstrated record of academic excellence, leadership,

and service

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:    www.rhodesscholar.org

FOR INFORMATION ON UCLA NOMINATION:

Please contact Alison Nickerson at alison@college.ucla.edu or

G. Jennifer Wilson at gjwilson@college.ucla.edu

CAMPUS DEADLINE FOR NOMINATION: SEPTEMBER 16, 2010

BRITISH MARSHALL SCHOLARSHIPS

Outstanding UCLA seniors or recent graduates are invited to apply for a

British Marshall Scholarship. Marshall Scholarships finance young

Americans of exceptional ability to study for a graduate degree in any

discipline at any British University in the United Kingdom. Up to 40

scholarships will be awarded in November 2010 to cover the cost of study

beginning in Fall 2011 and leading to the award of a British University

degree.

ELIGIBILITY:  An applicant must be nominated by UCLA and

*            be a citizen of the United States

*            have an overall grade point average of at least 3.7

*            have graduated from their undergraduate college or university

after April 2008

*            by Fall 2011, hold a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited

college or university in the United States

*            have a demonstrated record of academic excellence, leadership,

and service

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:  www.marshallscholarship.org

FOR INFORMATION ON UCLA NOMINATION:

Please contact Alison Nickerson at alison@college.ucla.edu or

G. Jennifer Wilson at gjwilson@college.ucla.edu

CAMPUS DEADLINE FOR NOMINATION: SEPTEMBER 16, 2010

CHURCHILL  SCHOLARSHIPS

Outstanding UCLA seniors or recent graduates are invited to apply for a

Churchill Scholarship.  The Churchill Scholarship funds one year of

graduate study in Engineering, Mathematics, or Science at Cambridge

University, England, beginning in Fall 2011 and leading to a

certificate, diploma, or Master of Philosophy degree.

ELIGIBILITY:  An applicant must be nominated by UCLA and

*            be a U.S. citizen

*            be between 19 and 26 years of age at time of application

*            demonstrate superior scholarship (minimum 3.7 GPA) and capacity

for original, independent work

*            by Fall 2011 hold a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college

or university in the United States

*            have taken the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) or MCAT

*            have applied directly to Cambridge University, Churchill

College, by the Cambridge deadline of October 15, 2010

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:

www.winstonchurchillfoundation.org

FOR INFORMATION ON UCLA NOMINATION:

Please contact Alison Nickerson at alison@college.ucla.edu or

G. Jennifer Wilson at gjwilson@college.ucla.edu

CAMPUS DEADLINE FOR NOMINATION: OCTOBER 2, 2010

MITCHELL SCHOLARSHIPS

For Graduate Study in Ireland

Outstanding UCLA seniors or recent graduates are invited to apply for a

Mitchell Scholarship.  Mitchell Scholarships finance one year of

graduate study in any discipline at an institution of higher learning in

Ireland or Northern Ireland beginning in Fall 2011.

ELIGIBILITY:  An applicant must be nominated by UCLA and

*            be a citizen of the United States

*            be 18 but not yet 30 years of age on October 1, 2010

*            by Fall 2011, hold a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited

college or university in the United States

*            have a demonstrated record of academic excellence, leadership,

and service

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:   www.mitchellscholar.org

FOR INFORMATION ON UCLA NOMINATION:

Please contact Alison Nickerson at alison@college.ucla.edu or

G. Jennifer Wilson at gjwilson@college.ucla.edu

CAMPUS DEADLINE FOR NOMINATION: SEPTEMBER 16, 2010

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UCLA CAMPUS ACADEMIC REGULATIONS: Incompletes

Incomplete Policy

The instructor may assign the “incomplete” grade when work is of passing

quality but is incomplete for good cause. Assigning an “incomplete” is

at the discretion of the instructor, who is not obligated to do so.

If an instructor issues a grade of “incomplete,” the remaining

coursework must be finished by the end of your next completed quarter

(Fall, Winter, Spring). If the course is not completed, the “Incomplete”

will automatically lapse to an “F”.

It is your responsibility to discuss with the instructor the conditions

and timeframe for completing the course by the next regular term. Do

not re-enroll in the course!

If you cannot remove the “incomplete” within the allowed time frame, you

must petition the College to request an extension of time.

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Week 10 Info

Counseling Assistant Topics Announcement LIST

Week of May 31, 2010

The College Academic News Bulletin

Check out the web version of CATALIST at

http://www.ugeducation.ucla.edu/counseling/catalist/catalist_main.htm

TOPICS:

* General and Academic Workshops

* Especially for Pre-Health / Pre-Med Student

* Fellowships and Scholarships

* UCLA Campus Academic Regulations: Incompletes

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GENERAL AND ACADEMIC WORKSHOPS

All workshops are help in Covel 203 unless otherwise noted.

Tuesday, June 1

* 3:00 – 5 pm  The Student Research Program (SRP), listed in each

department as Course 99, invites undergraduates to become directly

involved in the university research community.  Please attend one of the

workshops listed below to obtain the necessary information and handouts

for enrolling and receiving Course 99 credit.  The workshops will also

provide you with information on writing a curriculum vitae and finding a

faculty mentor. Boyer Hall 130

* 5:30 – 7 pm  MCAT and Medical School Applications. Learn strategies

for the MCAT and how to be successful with your medical school

applications.

* 7 – 8:30 pm  First Generation College Students. Learn about programs

and services as well as strategies to help ensure your academic and

social success in the university environment.

Wednesday, June 2

* 1 – 1:30 pm  College Library Research Appointments: Get Some Quick

Help! Sign up for 30 minutes of personal assistance. APPOINTMENTS 48

HOURS IN ADVANCE – MUST HAVE ASSIGNMENT THAT REQUIRES LIBRARY RESEARCH.

College Library Research Appointments: Get Some Quick Help! Sign up for

30 minutes of personal assistance. APPOINTMENTS 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE -

MUST HAVE ASSIGNMENT THAT REQUIRES LIBRARY RESEARCH. College Library

Reference Desk, 2nd Floor Powell Library Building

* 1:30 – 2 pm  College Library Research Appointments: Get Some Quick

Help! Sign up for 30 minutes of personal assistance. APPOINTMENTS 48

HOURS IN ADVANCE – MUST HAVE ASSIGNMENT THAT REQUIRES LIBRARY RESEARCH.

College Library Research Appointments: Get Some Quick Help! Sign up for

30 minutes of personal assistance. APPOINTMENTS 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE -

MUST HAVE ASSIGNMENT THAT REQUIRES LIBRARY RESEARCH. College Library

Reference Desk, 2nd Floor Powell Library Building

* 7 – 8:30 pm  Opportunities for Studying Abroad. Discover the many

options you have when considering a study abroad program.  Topics

discussed include traditional study abroad programs, UC only programs,

travel study, and more!

* 7 – 8:30 pm  Memorization Techniques. Learn effective methods of

memorization to help you retain information for tests/recitals.

* 7 – 8:30 pm  Finals Preparation. Set yourself up for success by

establishing goals and organizing your study sessions before exams.

* 7 – 8:30 pm  Improving Your Academic Self-Esteem. Research tells us

that there is a very strong relationship between our self-esteem and our

academic performance.  Learn techniques and strategies to improve your

academic self-esteem.

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ESPECIALLY FOR PRE-HEALTH / PRE-MED STUDENTS

Tuesday, June 1

* 5:30 – 7 pm  MCAT and Medical School Applications. Learn strategies

for the MCAT and how to be successful with your medical school

applications.

Health Students needed in Mexico

Join International Service Learning for two weeks in North Eastern

Mexico!  Gain valuable hands-on patient care experience, and make a

difference in the lives of those in need of essential health services!

Mexico Summer Schedule

June 11-19   General Med/Public Health

June 19-July 2  General Med/Public Health

June 19-July 2   Dental

July 3-16   General Med/Public Health

July 17-30   General Med/Public Health

July 17-30   Veterinary

We have two-week opportunities for health students throughout the summer

in Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Tanzania!  For more

information on our general health, dental, optometry, veterinary,

physical therapy, and public health trips, contact Info@ISLonline.org or

visit our website: www.ISLonline.org!

Opportunities are available for students to receive aid in funding their

trip by becoming a campus rep (contact Kyle@islonline.org for more

details) or by applying to our GSM Financial Sponsorship Program.

Thanks to our students helping us staff these teams we estimate we’ll be

serving approximately 35,000 of the underserved with varying levels of

health care-thanks for the partnership!

More info at www.ISLonline.org.

ISL sends medical/dent/opt/public health/PT/vet/pharmaceutical teams to

countries in Latin America, Central America, and Africa.  We include

pre-health students on our teams as a way of preparing the next

generation of international medical caregivers.  Students receive

supervised hands-on experience, health related seminars, and financial

sponsorship.

Listings of university, professional, and student references available

upon request.  Over a 14 year period we’ve fielded over three hundred

teams and annually provide health care for 15,000 of the underserved.

Reserach Intern Needed

Professor Jonathan Greenblatt of the Global Economics and Management program at UCLA Anderson School of Management is looking for an unpaid, summer intern to support him with research and analysis of issues on social entrepreneurship. The intern will have the opportunity to work closely with Professor Greenblatt to conduct research and learn first hand about trends and innovations in the field of social entrepreneurship and corporate social responsibility.

Professor Greenblatt is the co-founder of Ethos Water, a social venture sold to Starbucks Coffee Company in 2005; the former CEO of Good World Wide, a diversified media company based in Los Angeles; and the Founder and President of All for Good, an open source non-profit that helps Americans serve in their communities.

Job Type & Location: Part-time, UCLA Anderson School of Management

Time: 8 to 16 hours per week, start mid-June and end late August

Responsibilities: Online research, phone interviews, short-and-long form writing, administrative tasks

Qualifications & Requirements: Passion for social innovation, proven writing skills, basic computer skills, excellent organizational and communication skills, strong critical thinking skills

Please send a resume and cover letter to jonathan.greenblatt@gmail.com by June 4th.