WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS - International Students & Scholars

Office of International Students and Scholars
WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS
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| From ISS |
ISS World Blog Re-Launched
Congratulations!
#iLikeUAISS and #iFollowUAISS
Local Ethnic Food Shops for International Students!
OPT and CPT Seminars; ISSLink Issues
| On Campus Events |
Presentation Support Lab, Tuesdays/ Wednesdays
Friday Night Live: Carnaval, April 3
23rd Annual Michelle Wilson Walk-A-Thon, April 18
| Off Campus Events |
Career Forum for Positions in the U.S., May 30
HOLI-Festival of Colors, April 4
Easter Cook-off, April 5
Volunteer Opportunity at Fayetteville Pub. Library, April 10
2015 ALPFA Cup, April 11-12
2015 ERPA International Congresses on Education, June 4-7
"International Conference on New Horizons in Education", June 10-12
Sliema, Malta Conference, August 17-19
2015 ITEC & IDEC Conferences, September 2-4
| Notices and Calls |
Important Notices Health, USCIS Scam, IRS Scam, B of A Scam
Job Opportunities
Scholarship Opportunities
Housing
Info for Weekly Announcements Submissions Want to submit?
| From ISS |
Meet two of our 2015 Bloggers at the new ISS World Blog:
#iLikeUAISS | #iFollowUAISS
ISS wants to reach 3000 “likes” on Facebook and 1500 “followers” on Twitter by August 2015.
Do you think we can do it? Here’s how you can join our campaign:
1) Open a Facebook and Twitter account! These are the best ways to find out what’s going on and the
coolest way to interact with other international students
2) If you’re already on social media, “Like” us on Facebook and “Follow” us on Twitter to get instant
updates and news. When commenting on UAISS, use the hashtag #iLikeUAISS on Facebook or hashtag
#iFollowUAISS on Twitter.
3) Invite someone else to “Like and “Follow” so they can get a glimpse inside the world of international
students and events.
4) STAY IN TOUCH! Converse with us on these platforms and share your posts.
For your reference (click on icon to go to page):
Facebook.com/uaiss is where you find job, scholarship, event and student announcements.
Visit Twitter for campus news, food, contests and world news. Share your tweets, too!
Watch our videos specially edited by student videographers.
Read the thoughts of our new student bloggers! We’ve got TWO amazing posts for the month of
March: one by an undergraduate, another by a graduate student.
Congratulations!
Namiko Bagirimvano and Cameron Caja were honored with Staff Appreciation awards by the
Office of Sponsored Student Programs.
Cynthia Smith and Karen Beitle were honored by students through the Division of Student
Affairs with “Golden Tusks”.
Local Ethnic Food Shops for International Students!
Are you looking for local shopping areas from other countries? Well, we have the list for you.
See attached PDF to this email for our current list of African, Latin American, and Asian
shopping areas in NWA! We also invite you to submit suggestions of other shops we may have
missed. You can email ISS at [email protected].
CPT Seminar Sign-Up (F-1 Students Only)
Thinking about having an off-campus internship for the summer? Are you new to the CPT
process? If so, come to one of the Curricular Practical Training seminars to learn about CPT offcampus work authorization. In this seminar we will cover what CPT is, who is eligible, the new
online application process, special issues, and more. The Foreign Student Advisors will go
through the online CPT application process and answer questions about CPT. The next seminar
will be held in the ISS Classroom at 4:00 PM on April 15th. Sign-up today through ISSLink
here: http://goo.gl/QzZG2b
OPT Seminar Sign-Up (F-1 Students Only)
Come to one of the Optional Practical Training sessions to get an overview of OPT - what it is,
who is eligible, how to apply, special issues, changes in government policy, and more! The
Foreign Student Advisors will explain OPT and provide you with helpful reference materials.
You'll also have the opportunity to ask questions about all those confusing OPT details!
Seminars run from January through April 2015! Sign-up today through ISSLink
here: http://goo.gl/FZwZ4k
Issues with ISS Link
Attention! https://askit.uark.edu/isslink/ ...is now our AskIt page for receiving issues about
ISSLink. If anyone is having an issue, please visit this page.
For questions, please contact Steve Sevic at [email protected].
| On Campus Events |
The Presentation Support Lab
Dates:
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Spring semester
Time:
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location:
Kimpel Hall: Room 405
Information: The Communication Department is offering the Presentation Support Lab (PSL) to students of
all disciplines and will guide you in how to prepare for a presentation and are available for a
variety of services.
We offer guidance in: Analyzing audiences, Selecting appropriate topics, Clarifying purposes
and more
Also available for: Consultations, ‘dry runs’, recording of presentations
Contact:
Students can schedule an appointment at [email protected]. Walk-ins will be accepted upon
availability. The PSL team looks forward to your visit!
23rd Annual Michelle Wilson Walk-A-Thon
Date:
Saturday, April 18th
Time:
8:13am
Location:
The Gardens (Lindsey Pavilion) at the University of Arkansas
Information: The Lambda Theta Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. will host its 23rd Annual
Michelle Wilson Walk-A-Thon, “Make Every Step Count ~ Support Lupus Awareness”. The
walk will begin at The Gardens (Lindsey Pavilion) on the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
campus. This walk is a tribute to their sorority sister and Alumni of University of Arkansas,
Michelle Wilson, who died in 1992 of systemic Lupus. Proceeds from the walk are donated
to the Arkansas Lupus Foundation and used to award scholarships in the name of Michelle
Wilson to students on the University of Arkansas campus!
Contact:
Please see any member of the Lambda Theta chapter to get
registered or visit www.uark.edu/rso/dst to register online!
| Off Campus Events |
Holi Festival of Colors Celebration
Date:
April 4
Time:
9:30AM-2:00PM
Location:
675 N. Park Ave., Fayetteville
Information: The Hindu Students Association (HAS) will be sponsoring HOLI-Festival of
Colors this year! Join us on April 4th from 9:30am- 2pm at Wilson Park for some
FUN + FREE FOOD (Indian breakfast + lunch). Get PUMPED to throw colors,
dance, and celebrate.
You can pick up your tickets at one of the following times:
• March 30th (11am-3pm) outside the Union Food Court
• March 31st (11am-3pm) outside the Union Food Court
Contact:
Akash Patel at [email protected] or Roshni Patel at [email protected]
Easter Cook-off
Date:
Sunday, April 5
Time:
6:00pm
Location:
First Baptist Church Fayetteville: 20 E Dickson Street
Information: There will be four categories: appetizers, entrees, desserts, and international dishes. Make
something from one of these four categories to compete. There will be one winner per category,
and there will be prizes! If you don't want to compete, then just come to eat! Everyone is
welcome. Pick-up from Holcombe will be available if needed.
Contact:
Grace Monk (479-586-2429)
Volunteer Opportunity at Fayetteville Public Library
Date:
April 10
Time:
10:00AM-11:30 PM
Location:
Fayetteville Public Library, 401 W. Mountain St., Fayetteville
Information: Would you like to volunteer for the library’s spring event? Do you need
community service hours for your organization? The library can help! As part of
the FPL Author Series, author Bob Woodward will speak at the Fayetteville
Public Library on Friday, April 10th. We have many volunteer opportunities
available and would be very grateful for any help you or your organization can
provide.
Volunteer Opportunities for Bob Woodward Author Event Friday, April
10th:
• 10:00am-Noon- Set-up for event. Move book bins, DVD bins, tables and chairs and
prepare for reception. Lifting up to 25 lbs. Need 25 volunteers.
• 1:30pm-4:30pm – Set-up for event. Move DVD bins, move library shelving, set-up
staging and chairs. Lifting up to 25 lbs. Need 50 0volunteers.
• 5:30pm-8:00pm – Bus tables, rinse dishes, put away serving pieces and supplies after
reception. Need 8 volunteers.
• 6:30pm-7:30pm – Tear down after reception. Move tables and chairs, put away supplies
after reception. Lifting up to 25 lbs. Need 15 volunteers.
• 8:15pm-11:30pm (or as long as volunteers can stay) –Tear down after event. Take down
chairs, staging, move DVD bins and library shelving. Lifting up to 25 lbs. Need 50
volunteers.
To sign up to volunteer, please contact Margaret Burdette at
[email protected]. Please specify which shift you want to volunteer for.
Contact:
Margaret Burdette at mailto:[email protected] or call 479-856-
2015 ALPFA Cup
Date:
April 11-12
Time:
5:00 PM
Location:
Memorial Park in Bentonville, AR
Information: One of the biggest soccer event in North West Arkansas region. The GRAND PRIZE is $1,000.
This is a tournament for 8-players team. Sign your team up today to get advantages.
Contact:
Jesus Magana 479-871-4396 for more information.
Career Forum for Positions in the U.S.
Date:
May 30 (Sat.), 2015
Location:
Metropolitan Pavilion in New York, NY
Information: With graduation just around the corner, DISCO International invites you to explore your career
opportunities and even receive a job offer at the "Career Forum for Positions in the U.S."
Visit http://www.careerforum.net/event/pny/?ref=201422&lang=E
The "Career Forum for Positions in the U.S." is for anyone who is:
- Japanese-English speaking (minimum of a conversational level in both Japanese and English)
- Graduating by December 2015
- Legally able to work in the U.S. (current and future OPT holders welcome!)
Last year's 30 participating companies included:
Y's Publishing Co., Inc.
MITSUWA CORPORATION
SHIMOMURA & CO., CPAs
MITSUBISHI UFJ LEASE & FINANCE (U.S.A.) INC.
JTB USA, INC.
NOMURA RESEARCH INSTITUTE AMERICA, INC.
FUJI SANKEI COMMUNICATION INTERNATIONAL, INC.
DISNEY WORLDWIDE SERVICES, INC.
SUMITOMO MITSUI TRUST BANK, LTD.
and many more
Contact:
Unlike typical job fairs, companies will be holding interviews, and some may even make offers
by the end of the day. There is no fee to register for or attend the "Career Forum for Positions in
the U.S.". For online registration and more info regarding the above, please go to:
http://www.careerforum.net/event/pny/?ref=201422&lang=E
[email protected].
2015 ERPA International Congresses on Education
Date:
June 4-7, 2015
Location:
Athens, Greece
Information: We hope that the conference will enable you to share your research with an international research
community and to engage in discussion about the current issues in the field of education. The
scientific committee in ERPA Congress aims to keep the level of the presentations as high as
possible so that it is a positive intellectual experience for all the participants. Therefore, we want
you to remember ERPA International Congresses on Education as a place where you discussed
the issues and questions that count for your research, renewed relations with your colleagues and
made contacts that helped you to develop new directions in your work. Official congress
languages are English, Greek and Turkish.
Eight branch congresses will be held concurrently in ERPA International congresses on Education
2015:
• ERPA International Educational Sciences Congress
• ERPA International Science and Mathematics Education Congress
• ERPA International Social Sciences Education Congress
• ERPA International Health and Physical Education Congress
• ERPA International Art Education Congress
• ERPA International Special Education Congress
• ERPA International Computer Education and Instructional Technology Congress
• ERPA International Language Education Congress
While registering the ERPA congress 2015 you will be asked to choose the one that is related to
your field of study. The main purpose in incorporating eight congresses within the scope of
ERPA congress is to make the researchers aware of current trends in different fields, learn about
the research conducted in different areas and help them discuss new trends and encourage
interdisciplinary research. Therefore, the theme of the ERPA congress 2015 is “Interdisciplinary
Research in Education”. Highlighting this theme does not mean underestimating or neglecting
other important aspects of education research and practice.
The ERPA Congress will publish a hardcopy “book of abstracts”. It is a pleasure to share with
you that we are contracted with Elsevier Ltd. for publishing ERPA Congress 2015 Proceedings
in Procedia-Social and Behavioral Sciences which is indexed on the Science Direct and ISI Web
of Knowledge. The proceedings should be written in good English and should be 3 to 6 pages in
length.
Contact:
If the authors demand their manuscripts will be considered for the publication in the journals that
supports the ERPA congress;
• International Online Journal of Educational Sciences
• The Journal of Happiness and Well-Being
• International Journal of Human Sciences
• KALEM International Journal of Educational and Human Sciences
• Sakarya University Journal of Education Faculty
• International Journal of Educational Studies in Mathematics
Important Dates
• Abstract Submission Deadline: 6 May 2015
• Registration Deadline: 15 May 2015
• Full Paper Deadline: 26 June 2015
• ERPA Congress: 4 -7 June 2015
http://www.erpacongress.com, or contact us at [email protected].
International Conference on New Horizons in Education – Call for Papers
Date:
June 10-12, 2015
Time:
3 Days
Location:
Barcelona, Spain
Information: The Association of Science, Education and Technology (TASET), Governors State
University and Sakarya University are pleased to invite you to the
6th "International Conference on New Horizons in Education. The main aim of the INTE
Conference is to bring scholars, researchers, educators, students, professionals and other groups
interested in education to present their works in educational sciences.
All the accepted papers in English will be published in Procedia Social and Behavioral
Sciences which is indexed on the Science Direct and ISI Web of Knowledge, and the Proceeding
Book with ISBN and modified version of selected papers will be published in special issues peer
reviewed journals such as TOJET, TOJNED and TOJDEL.
Submission:
contact: You can submit your abstract at http://www.int-e.net or email it
to: [email protected]
For our all conferences please visit TASET at http://www.taset.net
Important Dates:
Abstract Submission Deadline: May 30, 2015
Registration Deadline: June 07, 2015
Full Paper Submission Deadline: June 30, 2015
Sliema, Malta Conference
Date:
August 17-19, 2015
Location:
Malta,
Information: The main objective of the Conference is to provide a platform for researchers, engineers,
academicians as well as industrial professionals from all over the world to present their research
results and development activities in Mathematical Methods and Computational Techniques as
well as their applications in various sciences and in industry
Conference Publishing Services (CPS) of IEEE Computer Society will publish the Proceedings
and will index it to various indexes (ISI, SCOPUS, DBLP, etc.)
Contact:
Your Paper must be written in the IEEE Format
Only full papers will be promoted to reviewers for thorough peer review.
www.mcsi-conf.org
2015 ITEC & IDEC CONFERENCES
Date:
September 2-4
Time:
3 Days
Location:
St. Petersburg, Russia
Information: The International Teacher Education Conference (ITEC) aims to provide a multinational
platform where the latest trends in education can be presented and discussed in a friendly
environment with the aim to learn from each other. Prospective presenters are encouraged to
submit proposals for papers and posters/demonstrations that offer new research or theoretical
contributions. Furthermore, if the presenter is unable to attend the oral presentation, video
presentations are available. All full paper presentations will be published in an online proceeding
book of IDEC 2015 and the selected papers will be published in:
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The Online Journal of New Horizons in Education - TOJNED (www.tojned.net/),
The Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology - TOJET (www.tojet.net).
(TOJET is indexed in ERIC and SCOPUS.)
INTERNATIONAL DISTANCE EDUCATION CONFERENCE
The International Distance Education Conference (IDEC) aims to provide a multinational
platform where the latest trends in distance education can be presented and discussed in a
friendly environment with the aim to learn from each other. Prospective presenters are
encouraged to submit proposals for papers and posters/demonstrations that offer new research or
theoretical contributions.
All full paper presentations will be published in an online proceeding book of IDEC 2015 and
the selected papers will be published in:
• The Online Journal of New Horizons in Education - TOJDEL (www.tojdel.net/),
• The Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology - TOJET (www.tojet.net).
(TOJET is indexed in ERIC and SCOPUS.)
IMPORTANT DATES
Abstract Submission: August 15, 2015
Registration Deadline: August 30, 2015
Full Paper Deadline: September 30, 2015
Contact:
Conference Languages: English, Turkish or Russian.
www.ite-c.net/ www.id-ec.net
| Notices and Calls |
Important Notices:
Urgent Health Warnings
Please read the following information regarding three current disease outbreaks: Ebola, MERS,
and Polio. Updated information has been and will continue to be pulled from the CDC (Centers
for Disease Control and Prevention) website.
As of 4/03/15:
1) The Ebola virus* has impacted the following countries:
Widespread Transmission (Current; Many Cases)
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Liberia
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Sierra Leone
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Guinea
Localized Transmission (Current; Few Cases)
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United Kingdom
Previously Affected (Outbreak Ended)
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Senegal (Dakar)
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Democratic Republic of the Congo (Lokolia, Boende, and Watshikengo)
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Spain (Madrid)
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Nigeria
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Mali (Kayes, Kourémalé, and Bamako)
Symptoms include:
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sudden fever
intense weakness, muscle pain, headache and sore throat
The above is followed by vomiting, diarrhea, rash, impaired kidney and liver function
At an advanced stage, there is internal and external bleeding.
This virus can only be transmitted through bodily fluids (i.e. sweat, saliva, blood, urine, etc.)
If you experience any of the above symptoms, it is important to seek medical attention
immediately.
For more information on this virus, visit the website for the World Health Organization:
www.who.int
2) Countries in or near the Arabian Peninsula with cases of MERS
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Saudi Arabia
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United Arab Emirates (UAE)
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Qatar
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Oman
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Jordan
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Kuwait
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Yemen
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Lebanon
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Iran
There is currently a low risk for travelers to be infected. However, if visiting these countries, the
CDC advises you to frequently wash your hands, avoid touching your face, and to avoid close
contact with sick people.
If after traveling to the Arabian Peninsula you are sick within 14 days, the WHO advises you to
call a doctor and tell them where you have traveled.
3) The CDC now lists polio warnings for the following countries (as of March 2015)
Have been affected:
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Syria
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Cameroon
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Equatorial Guinea
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Pakistan
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Afghanistan
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Ethiopia
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Iraq
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Israel
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Nigeria
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Somalia
CDC recommends travelers be fully vaccinated against polio. In addition, adults should receive a
one-time booster dose of polio vaccine. For more information, please visit the official CDC
website: http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/news-announcements/polio-vaccine-guidance-israel. If
you are planning to travel to any of these countries listed and need your I-20 signed for travel,
we will require proof of vaccination before signing your I-20. If you have polio vaccination on
your immunization records you can obtain clearance from the Pat Walker Health Center prior to
your travel appointment with a Foreign Student Advisor. If you are in need of a polio
vaccination you can contact the Pat Walker Health Center and set up an appointment to receive
one.
Please plan accordingly, as failure to obtain proof of polio vaccination can delay your I-20
travel signature request.
University Health Contact: Pat Walker Health Center | Phone: 479-575-4451
International Payments
The University of Arkansas urges international students to use caution when attempting to
process international wire payments on your student account through unknown entities. The
University of Arkansas has partnered with peer Transfer to streamline the tuition payment
process for our international students. With peer Transfer, you can pay from any country and any
bank. You are offered excellent foreign exchange rates, allowing you to pay in your home
currency (in most cases) and save a significant amount of money, as compared to traditional
banks. You will also be able to track where your payment is in the transfer process via a student
dashboard and an email confirmation will be sent to you when your payment is received by the
school.
Some of the unknown entities are using names similar to peer Transfer so make sure you are
using peer Transfer by using the link on your Student Center in ISIS or by going to
uark.peertransfer.com. For more questions, contact JoAnn Pepper, Financial Systems
Coordinator at [email protected] or 479-575-2718.
USCIS Scam
From: An alumna regarding the USCIS (U.S. Citizens and Immigration Services) Scam
“I would like to report ongoing scam that might affect your international students. I got a call
from a number (USCIS) number. The guy (with an Indian accent) who claimed he was a USCIS
official had my name, number and uark email address. He told me that the US embassy in my
home country Nigeria filed a claim (he gave a claim number) against me and have asked that I
should be deported. My offence was that I did not email my alien number on my 1-94 to them
when I got to US. He accused me of not responding to all the emails sent to my uark emails from
USCIS. That was strange because most of my USCIS application or correspondence was through
the U of A ISS advisor. He gave me two options to go to prison for 45 days then get deported
since they have proof or pay 2000 dollars as a fine for my offence. I ask him to call me back the
next day since I was very far from a town.”
The Office of ISS urges you to also copy and paste the URL below to read the warning from the
official USCIS blog: http://blog.uscis.gov/2013/08/scam-alert-caller-id-spoofing.html?m=1
If you ever receive a phone call about your immigration status that seems suspicious, don’t
hesitate to contact the ISS office for assistance or call your service agency directly to verify
the request being made of you.
IRS Scam
From: A current student regarding the IRS (Internal Revenue Services) Scam
“I received a call from 202-283-1710 and the caller named himself “Jimmy Arthur”.
He told me there was a federal warrant out for me and that I have to pay a sum of around $1200
(including $540 to be refunded). I would not give the guy any information but he said that I did
some international transactions and he asked me whether I received some money from home. He
told me I needed to go home to my native country.”
The Office of ISS urges you to also copy and paste the URL below to read the warning from the
official IRS website: http://www.irs.gov/uac/Newsroom/IRS-Warns-of-Pervasive-TelephoneScam
Here’s how to report such scams: http://www.irs.gov/Businesses/Small-Businesses-&-SelfEmployed/Tax-Scams-How-to-Report-Them
If you ever receive a phone call about your immigration status that seems suspicious, don’t
hesitate to contact the ISS office for assistance or call your service agency directly to verify
the request being made of you.
Bank of America Card Theft
An international student found their Bank of America card disabled when they tried to order
from Amazon. The bank, told them someone had transferred $220 through Western Union.
This amount was unable to recover since the recipient in Pennsylvania already got the money.
Then the card was immediately disabled by the bank when the same person tried to transfer
another $375 from the card.
The student used their card to purchase from Amazon, as well as from Walmart and Aldi, and the
gas stations or restaurants sometimes.
Although the BOA already gave them a temporary credit, the student thinks there could be more
frequent and severe such money thefts in this area.
The Office of ISS urges you to be cautious of how you use your debit card, especially at
restaurants or similar establishments. If your card has to leave you hand, it is easy for someone to
copy your information and use your card in an unauthorized way. When going to such places, it’s
almost always best to use cash.
Job Opportunities
2015 Summer Conference Assistant (On Campus Part-Time) | Salary $9/hr. private on-campus
room, dining plan with flex dollars.
Overall Purpose/Job Objective:
Conference Services hosts more than 13,000 guests each summer. These conferences range from
academic research to sports camps to business meetings. The largest and most diverse conference
taken on by Conference Services is the annual Wal-Mart Shareholders' Meeting. During this
meeting, every residence hall on campus is occupied by associates from around the United States
and various other countries.
The 2015 Summer Conference Assistant will be responsible for welcoming guests, answering
questions, and making referrals during conferences. This position will perform opening and
closing front desk duties, checking-in conference guests and distributing keys, and accurately
recording each conference guest's check in and/or out. The Conference Assistant will provide
information and limited concierge services to conference guests; maintain a thorough
understanding of current conferences and who is in charge; complete duty rounds and respond to
emergency calls on specified days of the summer; attend all orientation and training sessions for
Conference Assistants, including 2 training days in April; attend weekly staff meetings; and
participate in duty rotation for conference programs. Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills:
Minimum Qualifications:
Please ensure that all relevant application materials include details addressing the minimum
qualifications. Applicants not meeting the minimum qualifications will be disqualified from
consideration.
Current UA Student with at least 24 hours completed by May 2015; must be in good academic
and judicial standing with the University; and must have a GPA of at least 2.5.
This position will work 20 - 40 hours per week including weekends. Overtime will be required
during Wal-Mart Shareholders.
For questions regarding reasonable accommodations please contact the Office of Equal
Opportunity and Compliance: [email protected].
Special Instructions to Applicants: Each applicant must submit three (3) recommendation forms.
A current resume should be attached to the application. Recommendations must be submitted in
a sealed envelope. The person writing the recommendation must sign the seal of the envelope.
Recommendations may be mailed to:
Heather Schneller,
HOUS 127
1 University Place
Fayetteville, AR 72701
[email protected]
Scholarship Opportunities
ICT Scholarships Open
There are three ICT Scholarships that you may be available to apply for:
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NEW ICT Members (members in ICT Fall 2014 or Spring 2015) – Outstanding New
ICT Member Scholarship ($250)
http://form.jotform.us/form/50685874992171
•
ICT Members (members in ICT MORE THAN one school year) – Outstanding ICT
Member Scholarship ($250)
http://form.jotform.us/form/50685878503163
•
ICT Members (any ICT Member – new or old) - ICT Member Scholarship ($100) –If
you apply for either of the “Outstanding” Scholarships, then you will automatically be
considered for this scholarship.
http://form.jotform.us/form/50686033041144
All scholarship applications must be submitted by Monday, April 6th at 8 a.m.
ISS Scholarships
Applications are due soon for the 2015-2016 semester. Some have a deadline of May 15.
Students should check with their academic Dean’s office as well as the scholarship office
website for additional financial assistance.
Below are the links:
Undergraduates only:
FIES: http://international.uark.edu/forms/scholarships/fies.php
Lavallard: http://international.uark.edu/forms/scholarships/lavallard.php
Graduates and undergraduates:
OMNI Endowed: http://international.uark.edu/forms/scholarships/omni.php
OMNI Victim of Persecution: http://international.uark.edu/forms/scholarships/omniVps.php
Outside Scholarships
Frans scholarship for Bolivian students: Arkansas-East Bolivia Partners of the Americas
Latino Alumni Scholarship:
http://las.arkansasalumni.org/s/1429/images/editor_documents/las/latino_alumni_scholarship_ap
plication_2_21_2013.pdf
International Peace Scholarship for women (PEO): http://www.peointernational.org/informationstudents
Housing Opportunity
Seeking Roommate at Cardinal
Hello! My name is Ashton James and I am a student here at the University of Arkansas. I am
currently living in the Cardinal at West Center. It works about the same as any other student
living. Rent is a set amount, all inclusive and fully furnished. I have a lease that goes until July
31st (which can be renewed after if needed/wanted), but I need to be out by May 1st. I live with
three other females who are kind, considerate and welcoming. I will have an open room for a
female starting May 1st for the summer.
Contact: Ashton James, [email protected]
Info for Weekly Announcements Submissions:
Notice: All announcers must now submit events and notices to [email protected] by
9am the Friday before you would like it announced. Fliers will not be included in the
announcement; those must be brought physically to the ISS office and be approved to go on our
bulletin board.
Announcements must be submitted in the following format:
*NEW* State Category for Event/Notice
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On Campus Event
Off Campus Event
Important Notice
Job Opportunity
Scholarship Opportunity
Housing Opportunity
Title of Event:
Date:
Time:
Location:
Information: A short description of your event including who is holding the event (student
organization, class, etc.)
Contact: Person, e-mail, phone, and/or website
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