Research opportunity at MUSC’s Ferreira Lab studying immune cell therapies

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The Ferreira Lab at MUSC has research opportunities for undergrad students to help with designing and developing engineered immune cell therapies.

The Research: Studying and weaponizing T cells as living therapeutics for cancer and autoimmune disease. The laboratory is highly collaborative, with lab members at the college, PhD, and postdoctoral level, and works on the cutting edge of immunology and immune therapy.

The Benefits:

  • Immersive, hands-on research experience.
  • The potential for the work to develop into your Bachelor’s Essay.
  • The potential for future paid research opportunities.
  • Connections and mentorship for PhD program applications down the road.

Great Fit For: Undergraduate students interested in experiencing scientific discovery first-hand and considering a future career in biomedical research.

Interested? Complete the online interest form to be considered. Students deemed a good fit for the opportunity will be contacted about next steps in the application process.

Volunteer during Mindful Move-in to support sustainability on campus

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The Center for Sustainable Development is looking for volunteers to help with Mindful Move-in!

The Opportunity: Help support Mindful Move-in cardboard recycling collection on August 14th & 16th-18th. Volunteers will help flatten boxes and transport them from collection points at residence halls to recycling dumpsters. Last year, we were able to divert 41% of the waste created over move-in weekend from the landfill.

The Benefits: Get more involved with sustainability on campus! These hours may also count towards volunteer hours.

How to Participate: Sign up using the Mindful Move-in Volunteer form.

Join the Honors College Scavenger Hunt and welcome incoming Honors students to campus

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Honors students new and old, join us for our annual Honors College Scavenger Hunt!

The Details: A team scavenger hunt for incoming Honors students to help you acclimate to your new home. Each team will be led by returning Honors students, who will help guide you on an excursion around CofC and our neighboring community.

The Date: Sunday, August 18. Here’s the schedule of events:

  • 1:45-2:00 p.m. Meet at Marion Square (look for the big Honors College sign) for instructions and team assignments.
  • 2:00-3:00 p.m. You’re off! The scavenger hunt commences around the downtown area near campus.
  • 3:00-3:30 p.m. Popsicles for everybody at the finish line!

Join us: First year in Honors? Sign up to join a scavenger team. Returning student? Sign up to serve as a guide. All students can register online to participate.

Kick-start your semester at Donuts with the Dean

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Kick off the first day of classes with breakfast treats and words of encouragement from the Honors College!

What’s Happening: Members of the Honors College team, led by Dean Beth Meyer-Bernstein, will be passing out goodies & beverages and wishing all Honors students good luck as they begin the fall semester.

When and Where: Tuesday, August 20 any time between 8:00 – 9:45 a.m. We’ll be set up on the front porch of 6 Green Way (in Cougar Mall by the fountain).

No RSVP necessary, just stop by. Bring a friend or meet someone new! All are welcome.

Save the date for the annual Honors Student Association ice cream social!

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The Honors Student Association is welcoming everyone back to campus with refreshing frozen treats!

Honors Student Association Ice Cream Social
Friday, August 23
4:00 – 5:30 p.m.

Where’s the ice cream? You’ll pick up your ice cream at our offices on the first floor of Randolph Hall, suite 102, then enjoy it on the Green Way outside the Honors Center (10 Green Way).

What to expect: Stop by to reconnect with old friends, make some new ones, and enjoy some frozen treats on us!

  • All are welcome, as HSA events are open to all CofC students (so bring your friends!).

No RSVP necessary, just stop by for some frozen fun!

 

Job Opening: Nutrition Coordinator with Lowcountry Food Bank

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The Lowcountry Food Bank is hiring a Nutrition Coordinator for the Tri-County Region.

The Opportunity: This is a full-time salaried position with benefits. The coordinator will be responsible for the administration of nutrition activities funded through the federal SNAP-Education program in Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester counties.

  • Responsibilities include program coordination and materials management, community networking and outreach, direct nutrition education, relationship building, volunteer management to conduct SNAP-Education activities, and support of the overall Community Programs team. This person will work with our partner agencies to coach them and provide nutrition recommendations and strategies for Policy, System, and Environmental (PSE) changes.

Great fit for: Great field experience or first job out of college for recent or impending graduate.

How to Apply: Online application through Indeed.

Part-time childcare job opportunity

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The opportunity: Assist a local mom in picking up two middle school kids from East Cooper Montessori Charter School on Rifle Range Rd. in Mt. Pleasant; then providing supervision and transportation to activities.  Children are 12/14 and very self-sufficient.

  • Ideally 3 days a week to start, 2:30-4:30.
  • Additional hours if interested and available. Very flexible!
  • $20/hour to start. 

How to Apply: To learn more please contact Elizabeth via text or email (843.906.5949 / elizabethwfpb@hotmail.com).

Join the School of Health Sciences Student Ambassador Program

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The School of Health Sciences is launching a brand new Student Ambassador Program! Become a voice for your peers, enhance your leadership skills, and contribute to a vibrant, growing community.

The Program: Attend school and campus events, Speak with prospective and admitted students, offer school tours, respond to inquiry emails, conduct social media takeovers, and more.

Benefits:

  • Get compensated for the events you work
  • Receive ambassador swag
  • Gain valuable experience for your resume
  • Sharpen your public speaking and leadership skills
  • Build lasting friendships and connections

Great Fit For: Rising juniors or seniors majoring in exercise science, public health, or health services administration and management (with additional opportunities for sophomores to serve as volunteer ambassadors).

How to Apply: Online application by September 1, 2024.