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Department Adds Honors Program and Concentrations

The Sociology Department added two new options to its curriculum starting spring 2011. We are very excited that undergraduate students will have the opportunity to choose a concentration in three different areas of sociology: Social Problems, Social Psychology, or Organizations, Occupations, and Work. Students may also choose to take honors classes in sociology which would allow them to graduate with Honors in Sociology.

The concentration in a specific area of sociology will be notated on the student’s transcript and can benefit the student when they market themselves to future employers. The three concentrations each have a course that is a prerequisite for the specific concentration and will each require three more electives chosen from a set of electives that will fulfill the concentration. A grade of “C” or higher must be earned in the required course and a GPA of at least a 2.5 must be earned in the concentration. These courses will not add to the total number of hours required for the major, but will count as four of the six electives already required for the major.

The Honors Program in the Department of Sociology allows students with an overall GPA of at least 3.2 and a GPA of at least 3.5 in all Sociology courses to complete at least nine credit hours of Honors courses in Sociology to graduate with Honors in Sociology, the highest distinction the Department offers. The student is required to complete at least two Honors courses in Sociology and an Honors Thesis. If the student has a concentration in Sociology, one of the Honors courses must be in the concentration.

For more information, pick up an outline of the concentrations in the Sociology Department.

Learn more about the Sociology Club!

socyclub-carmelschoolsm The SAS is designed to bring those who share a common interest in sociology together in a social, pre-professional and academic environment. The SAS is dedicated to the expansion of learning opportunities for sociology majors and minors on and off campus, as well as to participate in social research and community service opportunities. We wish to provide information on how to progress in a students’ academic and professional career including information for high-school, undergraduate, and graduate students. Also, the SAS hopes to “bridge the gap” between students and the Sociology Department faculty and staff through classroom experience and volunteer opportunities.

Email: sociologyclub@uncc.edu
Twitter: @socyclubsUNC Charlotte
Facebook Pages: Sociology Clubs UNC Charlotte
Sociology Club Website

Michael A. Pearson Scholarship

Scholarships

Are you concerned about race relations?

Are you working for social justice?

Are you trying to create a more peaceful world?

Apply for the UNC Charlotte Department of Sociology Michael A. Pearson Scholarship

Dr. Michael A. Pearson was a faculty member in Sociology for 25 years before his death in 2002. In his honor, his family and friends have instituted an annual scholarship award for students in Sociology who share his interests and goals in improving race relations, expanding social justice, and establishing a more peaceful world. The award of $1000 will be applied toward Fall tuition at UNC Charlotte.

Who is eligible?

Rising juniors, seniors, and graduate students in Sociology, Anthropology, Gerontology, or University Honors at UNC Charlotte. The award is given to an outstanding student who has a demonstrated interest in the areas of race relations, social justice and/or peace studies. This might include: volunteering in your community, membership in student organizations, participation in related coursework, research projects and/or work experience.

Application Deadline:

Spring 2013 dates:

Deadline to apply Friday, April 5, 2013

How to Apply:

Interested students should submit the following materials:

A statement of pupose: Please describe relevant interests, accomplishments, and community involvement (500-750 words).
A transcript (an unofficial transcript from the Web is acceptable).
One letter of reference from a faculty member, community leader, or supervisor.

Submit all materials to:

Michael A. Pearson Scholarship
c/o Dr. Scott Fitzgerald
Department of Sociology
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
9201 University City Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28223

Scholarship with The Washington Center

The Office of Academic Affairs sends the following message on behalf of the University Career Center for Work, Service and Internships.

To:          Academic Affairs Listserv
From:    University Career Center for Work, Service and Internships
Re:         Washington Center Internship and Study $6,000 Scholarships April 15 Fall semester deadline ALL MAJORS

http://career.uncc.edu/sites/career.uncc.edu/files/media/PDFS/TWC%20Flyer%20for%20web.pdf

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, partnering with the City of Charlotte, is proud to announce 10 scholarships for Washington, DC, internships with The Washington Center. The Washington Center’s programming will provide UNC Charlotte students with 12-15 credit hours during the fall 2013 or spring 2014 semesters and internships matched to students’ interests in a wide variety of fields: arts, business, education, media, public health, science, law and criminal justice, and government.

This provides an outstanding opportunity for UNC Charlotte students (those who will be sophomores, juniors, or seniors during the semester they intern, min. 2.75 GPA) to gain varied work experiences and networking opportunities with highly prestigious organizations. Several of the students will also be able to present about their experiences to the Charlotte City Council. Scholarships will cover $6,000 of the program fee and UNC Charlotte tuition and fees will be waived. Students will be responsible for the TWC housing fee, food, and other living expenses. The Washington Center has dedicated housing available near Capitol Hill.

Students are encouraged to begin the application process at: www.twc.edu. For scholarship consideration, students will need to first submit a transcript, application, an essay of interest, and an essay on a contemporary policy issue to the chair of the on campus scholarship committee (Dr. Eric Heberlig) by April 15^th for Fall. Two letters of recommendation will also be provided to the committee based on contact names students indicate on their applications. The UNC Charlotte faculty appointed committee will select the scholarship award winners. Complete information on The Washington Center’s internships and classes is available at:

http://www.twc.edu/internships/washington-dc-program

Scholarship information sessions (50 minute) will be held on Tuesday March 19 at 2:30 p.m. and Wednesday, March 20, at 11 a.m. in Cone 111A. Please contact Dr. Eric Heberlig, Associate Professor of Political Science & Public Administration, esheberl@uncc.edu, for additional information on the scholarships. Updates and additional flyers can also be found on www.career.uncc.edu. Students are encouraged to have their resumes and essays critiqued. Thank you for your assistance in sharing this information and for encouraging students.

Summer Internship in Asheville

Please see the below correspondence from Kathy Horner with the Olmsted Fellow Internship Program at The North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville, NC.

Please all me to introduce myself. My name is Kathy Horner, and I am the Olmsted Fellow Internship Coordinator at The North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville, NC. The Olmsted Fellow Internship Program is a prestigious opportunity for selected undergraduate and graduate students in a wide variety of academic fields to gain valuable, on-site experience at one of America’s leading public gardens. The experiences may entail responsibilities in research, economic development, design, horticulture, conservation, public relations, marketing, environmental stewardship and sustainability, and other facets of the Arboretum’s mission areas. Selected through a review process that incorporates such criteria as academic performance, demonstrated ability to achieve goals, leadership potential, and sound character, Olmsted Fellows are capable of developing and utilizing advanced skill sets that result in personal and professional growth potential, as well as contribute value to Arboretum priorities and service.

I am pleased to email you today regarding a summer internship that may be of interest to your students - Event and Wedding Planning Internship. This internship is offered with our Events Management Coordinator, and I have attached the position announcement for more details. Community college students are more than welcome to apply. Please share this opportunity with interested students within your department. It will also be posted at http://www.ncarboretum.org/about-us/employment/.

Thank you for your assistance spreading the word about this great opportunity. If you have any questions, please contact me at khorner@ncarboretum.org or (828) 665-2492 ext 216.

Citizen Outreach - Job Opportunities

The following information was received from Laura Kurtz and more information can be found at www.fundjobs.org.

** Job Opportunities Making Social Change**

We’re looking for smart, hard-working students who work well in a team and are eager to work for change after graduation. .

The Fund for the Public Interest helps some of the top progressive organizations in the country work on issues such as clean energy, equal rights for LGBT Americans, and getting big money out of politics. And we're hiring!

Specifically, we're hiring Citizen Outreach Directors to run our grassroots campaign offices across the country next fall -- working on behalf of groups like the Environment America, the Human Rights Campaign and US PIRG.

We are looking for smart, motivated students who want to get their hands dirty and make a real impact on some of the most critical issues facing our society.

If you are interested in applying, visit our website at www.fundjobs.org, or contact me directly at (202)546-3965, or at lkurtz@fundstaff.org .