Weekly Roundup - Feb. 25

Explore your potential at LeaderShape, participate in cultural graduation, nominate someone for Leadership Awards Night, or discover a new interest in this week's roundup of center, campus, and community opportunities.


Upcoming Center Programs

 

ONE DAY LEFT TO APPLY for LeaderShape

LeaderShape

LeaderShape® at Florida State University hosts a session of the Institute which challenges participants to lead with integrity while working toward a vision grounded in their deepest values. Participants explore not only what they want to do, but also who they want to be. During the week, participants will have an opportunity to meet and work with more than 130 students from diverse backgrounds, as well as create a personal vision—an individual commitment to creating a positive change in the world. The Institute is designed to provide an environment that encourages personal leadership development.

The 2019 Institute will be held Monday, May 6 - Saturday, May 11, with an additional session for members of Greek Life May 13-18. Applications for both sessions are due by Feb. 26 at 11:59 p.m.

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Participate in Cultural Graduation

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The Center for Leadership & Social Change, in partnership with the Center for Academic Retention & Enhancement (CARE), Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life, Student Government Association and University Housing, is proud to host Florida State University's cultural graduation ceremony, V-rak-ke-ce-tv.

The name "V-rak-ke-ce-tv" is the Seminole Creek phrase meaning "to honor" as we seek to honor students' accomplishments through their journey, honor their families and friends for their continued support, and honor what it truly means to be a Seminole.

Students who will graduate in the spring and summer semesters are eligible to participate in the ceremony to be held May 2 at 6 p.m.

The ceremony has a limited number of seats, and registration is on a first-come, first-served basis until filled.

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Become a Community Ambassador

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The Community Ambassador Program empowers students to become change agents on social issues they care about by building relationships and often partnerships with non-profit organizations and other community groups. Ambassadors act as liaisons by connecting community members, organizations, and FSU, and they also act as amplifiers, helping share, augment, and create resources.

Ambassadors must commit 10 hours per week to working in their community agency/issue and attending biweekly program meetings during both the fall and spring semesters. They receive a scholarship of $750 per semester and notation on their official transcripts for their service, but must meet all requirements to remain in good standing with the program.

Applications for the 2019-2020 academic year are due by March 4.

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Plan 2020 Multicultural Leadership Summit

Multicultural Leadership Summit 2018 preparations

The Multicultural Leadership Summit is a two-day conference focused on building a foundation of knowledge that will enhance student success in leadership in the areas of multiculturalism and social  justice. Planning for the 2020 summit will get underway soon, and five student coordinators positions are currently open for the event in the areas of hospitality, event logistics, marketing, administration and outreach.

Applications are due by April 1.

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Volunteer on Engage TLH Trips

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EngageTLH allows students to get involved in regular or one-time service in the Tallahassee community, with different projects to choose from almost daily. EngageTLH service projects are offered at a variety of non-profit agencies at different days and times each week. Participants can sign up online to go on a service trip with EngageTLH as early as one week in advance and up to the day before the project. Space is limited, and the center provides transportation to and from the service site.

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REGISTER FOR SPRING SJAT SESSIONS

Social Justice Ally Training

The mission of the Social Justice Ally Training program is to educate members of the Florida State community about issues related to social justice in order to develop allies who will promote an equitable and inclusive environment and serve as social change agents in a diverse and global society.

Individuals who register must be able to attend both days of a Social Justice Ally Training session. Registration is required for all training. In order to provide the highest quality training, registration is limited to 15 people.

Sessions will be held:

  • Mar. 4 & Mar. 8, 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - DSC 2201
  • Apr. 3 & Apr. 8, 1 - 4:30 p.m. - DSC 2208

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Did you love your experience with Social Justice Ally Training? Would you like to share it with others? Then attend a train-the-trainer session to become an SJAT facilitator.

The spring session will be held March 29th, 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. in DSC 2201.

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Campus Opportunities

 

nominations open for leadership awards night

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Is your organization doing some amazing work on campus? Do you want an opportunity to recognize and celebrate your organizations accomplishments? You should fill out an award nomination for this year’s Leadership Awards night! Leadership Awards Night is on Tuesday, April 9th in the Oglesby Union Ballrooms at 5:30pm. Nominations for awards will close on Wednesday, February 20th at 11:59pm. If you have any additional questions, please reach out to Ashley Carter at ancarter@fsu.edu.

 

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BSU Presents Black History Month: Around the World and Black

Black History Month 2019: Around the World and Black

In honor of Black History Month, the Black Student Union has created a dynamic month of events that celebrate and honor the many achievements and contributions made by African-Americans to the economic, cultural, spiritual, and political development of the U.S.

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Sustainability Involvement Fair

The Office of Student Sustainability is hosting an involvement fair on Feb. 27 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Landis Green. The event is for students interested in getting involved with sustainability initiatives on campus to learn more about many on-campus organizations and student sustainability efforts. In addition, it will also include refreshments, games, and much more.

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Environmental Justice Lecture with Dr. Robert Bullard

Portrait of Dr. Robert BullardWednesday, March 6
Doors 6 p.m. | Event 7 p.m.
Ruby Diamond Concert Hall
Free and Open to the Public

Often described as the ‘Father of Environmental Justice,’ Dr. Robert Bullard is the distinguished Professor of Urban Planning and Environmental Policy at Texas Southern University, the co-founder of the HBCU Climate Change Consortium, and an award winning author of 18 books in areas of race, equity, and environmental justice.

In this lecture, "Building Just and Sustainable Communities in the Era of Climate Change," Dr. Bullard will discuss the intersectionality of social justice, the environment, human health, racial equity, and urban planning. He will emphasize the need for interdisciplinary collaboration and civic engagement in our communities for equitable solutions.

The first 100 FSU students to arrive will receive a free copy of “The Wrong Complexion for Protection.” Dr. Bullard will be autographing his book after his lecture. Additional copies will be available for purchase.

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Florida State Law's Summer for Undergraduates Program

 

Florida State University College of Law’s 2019 Donald J. Weidner Summer for Undergraduates Program is currently accepting applications for this year’s ABA award-winning four-week summer law program that provides students with an in-depth look at law school and the legal profession. Sixty students from across the country will be invited to participate in our 2019 program which will take place at the FSU College of Law in Tallahassee from June 12-July 10th. The application deadline is April 1st, however, students are encouraged to apply early as admission is on a rolling basis beginning January.

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SEMINOLE ORGANIC GARDEN WORKDAYS

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Sustainable campus wants to help you learn the ins and outs of gardening! Growing your own food using sustainable methods lowers your carbon footprint significantly, and you get to eat healthy, organic produce. Get involved by coming to their bi-weekly workdays.

Workdays:

  • Every Monday 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
  • Every Thursday 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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Food Recovery Network Spring Schedule

The Food Recovery Network at FSU fights food waste and hunger by recovering perishable items and donating it to people in need. FRN will be recovering food from Figg Dining Hall every Monday-Thursday from 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Students interested in volunteering with FRN should sign-up for the dates and times they are available. 

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Community Opportunities

 

COMMON TIDES SEEKS VOLUNTEERS FOR MARINE SCIENCE EDUCATION TRIPS

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Common Tides is a nonprofit that helps teach marine science to students in island communities. Each summer, they offer a trip in which passionate and motivated college students are trained in marine science and practical skills and then teach these skills to underserved local youth. The fee for participants includes food, stay on a sail boat, and training. 

 

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join bike and build on a trip to address affordable housing

Bike and Build

Bike & Build still has spots available on all of their 2019 cross country cycling trips that benefit affordable housing. The trips take place in the summer and volunteers raise money and bike across the country while educating communities about the issue of affordable housing and stopping to work hands-on on affordable build sites. Prior to the trip, riders will engage in curriculum in which they learn about current issues regarding affordable housing and speak with affected members of their communities, enabling them to engage with others they meet on their trip and beyond.

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2019 Florida Student Leadership Forum

The 2019 Florida Student Leadership Forum on Faith and Values gathers together college students from across Florida and brings them together for a weekend of leadership development. The forum will begin Friday, March 1st, 2019 and will conclude Sunday, March 3rd, 2019 at noon. Over the course of the weekend students will hear from community leaders, learn about servant leadership, and most importantly be challenged to implement better leadership practices into their lives. The main feature of the forum will be the opportunity for students to hear from and spend time with leaders from business, government, sports, and the arts to hear their successes and failures, their values, and how they apply their faith to their lives and their work. Previous years participants have included: Governor Jeb Bush; Governor Lawton Chiles; Lt. Governor Jeff Kottkamp; Lt. Governor Toni Jennings; Lt. Governor Frank Brogan; State Sen. Tony Hill; State Representative Tee Holloway; State Senator Dennis Baxley and other leaders from government and business in Florida. The cost per student is will be $425 and will include meals, lodging and program fees.

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Join Garden Club

The Hartsfield Garden Club seeks student volunteers every Thursday from 4:15 to 5:30 p.m. at Hartsfield Elementary. Volunteers will join a team that is working with students in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade to help them plan, plant, weed, water, harvest the school gardens. Volunteers will also keep a journal and start a blog about the Hartsfield Gardens. For more information on volunteering contact Marie-Claire Leman at 850-728-7514 or marieclaireleman@gmail.com.

 

Special Olympics Florida seeks Volunteers

Special Olympics Florida and FSU Outreach are seeking student volunteers for weekly and single event positions. Special Olympics Florida provides year-round sports training and competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for people with intellectual disabilities who wish to participate. This helps people with intellectual disabilities participate as productive and respected members of society at large, by offering them a fair opportunity to develop and demonstrate their skills and talents through sports training and competition, and by increasing the public’s awareness of their capabilities and needs. Any student interested in volunteering should contact County Director for Special Olympics Florida-Leon County Bridget Hawk at 850-597-9265 or bridgethawk@sofl.org.

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Scholarships, Jobs, and Internships

FSU Black Alumni Scholarships

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The Florida State University National Black Alumni Inc. promotes and supports the academic achievement and excellence of Black students at FSU. Consequently, the FSU Black Alumni Scholarship Fund was established in the FSU Foundation to provide financial assistance to minority students of African descent.

During the 2019-2020 academic school year, the FSU Black Alumni will award $500 scholarships to three deserving students.  One scholarship will be awarded in honor of Maxwell Courtney, the first Black undergraduate student to attend and graduate from FSU; one will be awarded in honor of Dr. William R. Jones, founder and first director of the FSU Black Studies Program; and one is specifically designated for a student who is involved in International Programs or plans to study abroad. Additionally, the FSU Black Alumni will award one $1,000 Byrnes Guillaume Esq. Scholarship to a Black student of Caribbean descent (born in a Caribbean island/country or first generation American with parent(s) born in a Caribbean Island).

Completed applications must be submitted to the FSU Black Alumni Scholarship Committee by March 5 at 11:59 p.m.

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Newman Civic Fellowship

The Newman Civic Fellowship recognizes and supports community-committed students who are changemakers and public problem-solvers at Campus Compact member institutions. Fellows are nominated by their president or chancellor on the basis of their potential for public leadership.

Through the fellowship, Campus Compact provides students with training and resources that nurture their assets and passions and help them develop strategies for social change. The yearlong program, named for Campus Compact founder Frank Newman, includes virtual learning opportunities and networking as part of a national network of engaged student leaders and an optional in-person convening.

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