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Meet with International Economist and Honors alum Patrick Crotty for a coffee conversation

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Patrick Crotty ’20, an International Economist at the U.S. International Trade Commission, is visiting campus and will meet with a select group of Honors students for a coffee conversation.

When: Thursday, February 8, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.

About Patrick:

  • Researches economic trends in advanced manufacturing sectors for the ITC.
  • Research experience in economic development, foreign policy, real estate/urban economics, and public opinion.
  • Attended Duke University’s M.A. in Analytical Political Economy program.
  • Majored in economics and political science at CofC, where he was a Beatty Scholar, Market Process Scholar, and studied Mandarin Chinese during an intensive, nine-month study abroad in mainland China.

Great fit For: ECON / INTB / POLI / INTL

Join the Conversation: Space is limited, so register today to reserve your spot.

Paid Summer Scholars Fellowship for Children’s Research at MUSC

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MUSC’s Darby Children’s Research Institute is offering the John Covington and Robert Lukey summer scholarship, which provides undergrads the opportunity to perform pediatric clinical and basic science research.

The Opportunity: The scholarship provides summer funding for trainees to gain exposure to a clinical and basic science pediatric research environment in a nationally ranked academic medical center that will advance their career aspirations.

  • Recipients will receive a summer stipend in the amount of $4,000 (plus $1,000 for consumable lab supplies), with the potential to continue performing research during the following school year.

Great Fit For: Science and public health majors / Aspiring clinical researchers / Future pediatric practitioners / All grade-levels welcome

How to Apply: Read below or download the application instructions, carefully follow the instructions, then submit your application to Jasmine Ballentine (ballentj@musc.edu) by March 1, 2024.

The John Covington and Robert Lukey Summer Scholarship in the MUSC Darby Children’s Research Institute

PURPOSE

The purpose of The John Covington and Robert Lukey Scholarship is to provide an opportunity for undergraduate students to perform pediatric clinical and basic science research.

OVERVIEW

The Darby Children's Research Institute (DCRI) is the research arm of the Department of Pediatrics and the Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). The DCRI is comprised of basic and physician scientists working together with a common goal to perform impactful science that can be translated for the wellness of children’s health. The DCRI is composed of state-of-the-art laboratories with faculty, post-doctoral researchers, and graduate students spanning multiple disciplines in childhood health and disease.

The primary objective of The John Covington and Robert Lukey Scholarship is to provide funding for undergraduate students with strong interests to gain exposure to a clinical and basic science pediatric research experience in a nationally ranked academic medical center that will advance their career aspirations.

Information on the DCRI and areas of research can be found at the following link: https://dcri.musc.edu

ELIGIBILITY

  • Must be enrolled in an undergraduate accredited US college or university
  • Must be able to physically work in a designated lab for an 8-week

KEY DATES

  • Applications due: March 1, 2024 at 5:00 pm EST
  • Applicants will be notified of awards: March 15, 2024
  • Award Period: June 1, 2024 – July 31, 2024

AWARD AMOUNT

$4,000 stipend for the student fellow / $1,000 for consumable lab supplies

APPLICATION FORM AND DOCUMENTS

Document

  • Font Type and Size Arial,
  • Page Margins No less than 0.5” on all sides
  • Document Type single PDF file

Required Documents/Files

  • Cover letter – Include what peeks your interests in pediatric research either basic or clinical. Do you have a particular area of interest? Are you interested in a particular DCRI researcher from the information provided on the DCRI website or publications? (1 page)
  • Personal and Scientific Background (1-2 pages) – Please describe your educational background in science, why you would like to take advantage of this opportunity, and how this would enhance or further your career goals?
  • Resume or CV
  • Letter of Recommendation (1 letter minimum)

SUBMISSION PROCESS

  • Combine all documents into a single PDF file
  • Email to Jasmine Ballentine (ballentj@musc.edu), Subject Line: DCRI Summer Fellowship Program

QUESTIONS

Please address questions to Jasmine Ballentine at ballentj@musc.edu

Fund your summer experience through the Honors Summer Enrichment Program

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Applications are now open for the Honors College Summer Enrichment Program. The program supports Honors students pursuing impactful opportunities and experiences over the summer months with…

  • Significant financial support
  • Supplemental workshops and activities
  • Peer-to-peer collaboration

Great Fit For: Priority will be given to students pursuing their first substantive summer experience, and to those for whom a summer experience would not otherwise be possible without significant financial support.

What it can Support: Faculty-led research / Internships / Study abroad / Creative and artistic projects / Community impact projects / And more!

How to Apply: Complete the application form by Friday, February 23 at 5:00 p.m.

  • Learn More: Check out the Summer Enrichment Program webpage for more details and application instructions. Contact Nick Plasmati (plasmatinc@cofc.edu) with any questions.

Honors is Hiring BGS Peer Facilitators for Fall 2024

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Apply to serve as a BGS peer mentor to the class of 2028 next fall!

The opportunity: BGS Peer Facilitators are a critical part of the BGS first year experience, serving as a mentor, teacher, advisor, coach, and crucial connecting link for first year students.

  • As paid student workers, PFs receive training from the Center for Excellence in Peer Education and get to help shape the curriculum for the next BGS class.

Benefits include:

  • Developing leadership skills.
  • Connecting with faculty and staff.
  • Building community within Honors.
  • Work eight paid hours/week in Fall 2024.

How to apply: Download the Peer Facilitator application and submit 1) the completed app, 2) your resume, and 3) unofficial transcript to Honors@cofc.edu by Thursday, February 1 at 5 p.m.

  • Go deeper: check out the full job description below for more details.

HONS 100: Beyond George Street (BGS) Peer Facilitator Job Description

The Honors College is seeking Honors students to serve as Peer Facilitators for the HONS 100: Beyond George Street course to be taught in Fall 2024. Students will be selected based on individual BGS performance, review of the application, statement of interest, and interview.

Selected students will be required to complete the PF training course through the Center for Excellence in Peer Education during Spring 2024 or at the beginning of Fall 2024. The course will be offered at the following times.

Spring 2024 – Express II TEDU 205-02 (20769) TR 3:05 PM-4:45 PM

Fall 2024 – Express I TEDU 205 MW 3:00 PM – 4:40 PM

*Students will receive 2 credit hours for the course and may choose from either of the times above.

Peer Facilitators will commit to at least 7 hours per week in Fall 2024, including class meeting time and one BGS Team meeting per week. Students will be paid $10/hour.

The Peer Facilitator Application Deadline is Thursday, February 1st at 5 PM. Applications can be downloaded directly from the HUB and should be submitted to Honors@cofc.edu as pdfs.

Peer Facilitator Requirements:

  • Member of the Honors College in good standing
  • Either currently enrolled or completed Honors First Year Experience (BGS and Honors Engaged)
  • Availability to take Spring or Fall 2024 Express training course at one of the times listed above
  • Attend Spring 2024 retreat (April 13, 2024) and Fall 2024 retreat (August 15, 2024)
  • Willingness to plan Fall 2024 schedule to accommodate Honors BGS (this includes keeping the time for our weekly team meeting open and keeping the period before and after the assigned class meeting time open)
  • No more than 15 hours of course load in Fall 2024 (negotiable in some cases; not including TEDU 205)
  • No more than 15 hours of outside activities – including other jobs/clubs/sports

Preference will be given to students who meet the following criteria:

  • Those with a GPA of 3.4 or higher
  • Those with exemplary work when they were BGS students
  • Those who plan to take no more than 15 hours in Fall 2024
  • Those who have reasonable time commitments in Fall 2024 that do not detract from BGS PF responsibilities

S.C.O.P.E. (Safe Campus Outreach, Prevention & Education) Info Session

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Learn how you can get involved with the College’s Safe Campus Outreach, Prevention & Education (S.C.O.P.E.), an initiative of the Office of Victim Services.

What’s S.C.O.P.E.? We work to highlight crimes affecting college students such as sexual assault, relationship/dating violence and harassment and stalking.

  • The group is recruiting Peer Team volunteers to increase awareness of interpersonal crimes by hosting informative and engaging events.

How to Get Involved:

  • Info session on Wednesday, January 31, 5:45 – 6:30 p.m. in Stern 201.
  • Follow us on Instagram: @cofcscope
  • Get in touch with questions: scopestudentcoor@gmail.com

Call for Submissions: Student activist projects, poetry, and visual art that honors Septima Clark

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The College’s Discovering our Past initiative is sponsoring a contest for student projects that continue the legacy and impact of Septima Clark’s activism.

The Projects: Prizes will be awarded for students activism, poetry, and visual artwork that interprets the causes and values that Clark is known for.

The Benefits: Winning submissions will receive a cash prize and will be included in an exhibit installed in the Septima Clark Auditorium (ECTR 118).

How to Submit: Online application by February 1.

Earn HONS colloquia credit studying healthcare and politics in the UK this summer

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Travel to England and Scotland this summer to study advancements in healthcare and upheaval in European politics while taking an Honors colloquium course this summer.

Details: Travel to London and Edinburgh during the Summer I term (June 5 – July 5). Students on the trip can take HONS 250: The Future of Humanity in a Technological Tomorrow, a colloquia course that looks at how technological advances like AI and genetic engineering are impacting developments in healthcare and beyond.

Benefits:

  • Take a 3 credit Honors colloquium course to satisfy your Honors requirement.
  • You also have the option to take POLI 359: Remapping a Europe in Crisis.
  • Visit with experts and government officials in England and Scotland.
  • Scholarships are available through CIE and students may be eligible for Honors Summer Enrichment Program funding.

Great Fit For: Open to all Honors students who need a colloquia! Great opportunity for students interested in public health, politics, AI, technology, and more.

To Apply: Apply through CofC’s ViaTRM Portal.

Submit an abstract to present at EXPO 2024

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EXPO 2024 returns this spring to showcase student research, creative activities, and community service projects from across campus, and your work can be a part of it!

The Event: Thursday, April 18, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in TD Arena.

The Opportunity: Share your highly impressive undertakings with the local community and gain public presentation experience that will be valuable for future endeavors.

Great Fit For: All students who are collaborating with faculty on research, creative projects, or community engagement.

How to Participate: Submit an abstract by Friday, February 16.