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Updates From the Student Nutrition Advising Center
Please scan the SNAC TIME newsletter for important advising updates, SNAC events, and links to advising and tutoring schedules. Be sure to browse the GET INVOLVED section in the lower half of the newsletter for different opportunities to build your resume.
Spring 2016
Issue 2
UPDATES FROM YOUR ADVISORS
Last day to file Grade Replacement Opportunity (GRO):
February 9, 2016 -- by 11:59 pm.
GRADUATING SENIORS: you do not need an appointment to fill out your Degree Audit Worksheet, Feel free to drop in.
More important spring 2016 dates and deadlines: http://registrar.arizona.edu/dates-and-deadlines/view-dates?field_display_term_value=161
UPCOMING EVENTS
Milk&Cookies w/AZ Dairy Council Dietitian Terri Verason, MS, RD
Tuesday, Feb 2, 2016, 11:00 AM
SNAC (Shantz 238)
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
FIT FRIDAY: Yoga with Sports Dietitian Roni Mullins, MS, RD
Bring your own mat
Friday, Feb 5, 2016, 11:00 AM
Forbes Bldg Courtyard
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
Workshop Wednesday- Develop Your Nutrition Assessment Skills- Taught by Dr. Mary Marian
Assistant Professor of Practice, Dr. Mary Marian, will lead 2 workshops focused on developing your nutrition assessment skills this spring.
Session 1: Nutrition-Focused Physical Examination (NFPE) of Fat and Muscle
Completing a NFPE is a critical skill for dietitians as well as for other healthcare professionals. This first session will teach you how to assess for fat and muscle loss.
Save The Date- March 9th
Session 2: Nutrition-focused Physical Examination (NFPE) and Micronutrient Status
This is the second session regarding completing a NFPE. This session will focus on observing for micronutrient deficiencies. Assessing fluid status will also be reviewed.
Wednesday, Feb 10, 2016, 03:00 PM
SNAC (Shantz 238)
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
CAMPUS CONNECTION: Mastering Scholarship Universe
OSFA will also explain summer financial aid options.
Thursday, Feb 18, 2016, 11:00 AM
SNAC (Shantz 238)
SNAC SCHEDULING
Open Study Hours
This Week
- Tues, Feb 2: Noon- 4:00pm
- Wed, Feb 3: 9:00am- 4:00pm
- Thurs, Feb 4: 9:00am- 4:00pm
Next Week
- Tues, Feb 9: 9:00am- 4:00pm
- Wed, Feb 10: 9:00am- 2:00pm
- Thurs, Feb 11: 9:00am- 4:00pm
* The hours above indicate when the advising center is open for students to come in and study; this is not a walk-in advising schedule. For advising schedule please check Wise Advising. https://sbs.arizona.edu/advising/student/login.php?k= or click the button below.
NSC Tutoring Hours by Appointment
OFFERING SUPPORT IN...
- Various Nutrition Courses
- Biology
- Microbiology
- Physiology
- General Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry
- Biochemistry
*Tutoring services are available on a first-come first-served basis at no additional cost to the student.
THE SNAC TEAM
Michelle Mendoza
Nita Ocansey
Jacob Fleming
Student Nutrition Advising Center
Email: nsc-snac@email.arizona.edu
Website: nutrition.cals.arizona.edu
Location: Shantz Rm238
Phone: 520-621-1187
Facebook: facebook.com/uanutritional.sciences
Twitter: @UA_SNAC
GET INVOLVED
Nutrition Club Meeting
Not yet a member? No problem! Just show up to any meeting and join on the spot. Dues and shirts can be purchased anytime SNAC is open and at Nut Club meetings.
- Club dues=$10
- Club Shirts=$15
- Water bottles=$10
Thursday, Feb 11, 2016, 05:00 PM
SNAC (Shantz 238)
The Edge (Career Preparation)
The Edge is a FREE professional development program brought to you by Career Services and Leadership Programs. It is designed to help give you the edge when seeking internships and future career opportunities. Through self-assessment, professional development workshops, networking, and action planning opportunities, the Edge program will help you develop the skills you need to become Real-World Ready.
What will I do?
Gain effective resume writing and interviewing skills
Network directly with employers
Complete self-assessments to determine your critical career and leadership development areas
Participate in a series of 8 career and leadership development workshops to prepare you for internships and the future
Participate in supplemental workshops for further development and gain hands on experience.
What will I get?
Individual advice and support from leadership and career development professionals
An opportunity to build critical job readiness skills
Opportunity to network with employers and exclusive access at the Career Fair and Diversity Mixer
Certificate of completion
Where: Career Services located in the Student Union Room 411
Register at: http://bit.ly/1PLm9xe
When: February 2nd – April 6th
Edge offers three sessions on the following days and times:
Tuesdays - 12:30pm to 1:30pm (All Majors Welcome)
Tuesdays - 5pm to 6pm (STEM Majors Only)
Wednesdays - 12pm to 1pm (All Majors Welcome)
Questions? Contact Sarah Seavey at coleycv@email.arizona.edu or call (520) 626-7562
Colorectal Cancer Seminar: Risk Factors and Possible Epigenetic Mechanisms
Friday, Feb 5, 2016, 04:00 PM
The University of Arizona Cancer Center, Kiewit Auditorium
Recruiters on Interviewing - Interview Tips from Employers
Get some insider tips from the very people you hope to impress. This one-hour session is sure to improve your interviewing skills…and your confidence. Recruiters plan to cover:
- The basics of interview prep
- How to present yourself as a viable candidate for a position
- Qualities they are looking for in candidates
There will also be time for questions and answers from the audience.
RSVP online at https://www.career.arizona.edu/events/panels-mixers. Walk ins are also welcome. Students can simply show up at 11am or 12:30 p.m. in SUMC #411 on February 5th for one of the sessions and grab a seat.
Friday, Feb 5, 2016, 11:00 AM
Career Services offices, Suite 411 of the Student Union Memorial Center
BIO5/BIOSA Student Industry Networking Event
When: Wednesday, February 10, 2016, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Where: BIO5 Institute - Thomas W. Keating Building
Who: Students, Postdocs
Info & RSVP: http://education.bio5.org/students
Cost: FREE!
Students will have the opportunity to meet representatives from biotech companies looking for their next generation workforce. In addition, relevant graduate programs will present themselves. Finally, breakout sessions with career professionals and previous industry interns will round out the event.
Education & Non-Profit Career Day
Remember: A degree in a nutrition is a great foundation for other fields. Some of the employers at this fair may also have leads on food and nutrition related position openings within their organization.
Wednesday, Feb 17, 2016, 03:00 PM
SUMC Ballroom
Volunteer for the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure
There are two ways you can volunteer for the Race:
1. We are always looking for volunteers to help with pre-Race planning, organization and marketing. If you are interested in helping us pre-Race, please fill out this volunteer application.
2. It takes hundreds on Race day to provide the best experience to our participants.
If you are interested in volunteering on Race day, please email info@komenarizona.org
Food Corps Application Open
If you are looking to serve your community, help kids get excited about vegetables, learn new skills, and become part of a network of food change makers around the country, then this opportunity is for YOU. Please tell your friends! www.foodcorps.org/app
Spring 2016 Responsible Conduct of Research Workshops
Spring 2016 Workshop Schedule:
The Office for Research & Discovery is pleased to announce the spring schedule of Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) workshops. These interactive, discussion-based workshops are open to all of campus, and designed specifically for graduate and undergraduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and early career faculty. All workshops count towards fulfillment of RCR training requirements from the National Science Foundation (NSF), National Institutes of Health (NIH), and the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA).
See flyer for more details
2016 Health Professions Expo
Call for Pre-Health Professions Student Volunteers
The University of Arizona Pre-Health Professions Advising Center is looking for 20-25 student volunteers to assist with as well as before and after the 2016 Health Professions Expo. We are asking a minimum of a 2 hour commitment. Note: Dean Excuses will be provided for students who qualify.
If you are interested, you MUST attend an Orientation meeting on
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
The University of Arizona Student Union Memorial Center
Picacho Room, 6:00 pm -7:00 pm
If you have questions, please contact me at 621-6346 or email josiegin@email.arizona.edu
Tuesday, Feb 23, 2016, 01:00 PM
Student Union Memorial Center, Tucson, AZ, United States
Leadership Honors Bootcamp
Nominations are due by March 1st and space is limited. After a review of the nominations, you will receive an enrollment form. Please view the nomination form attached.
*Please contact an NSC adviser if you are seriously considering this program as we can help identify funds to help with travel expenses*
Additional information is available at www.leadershiphonorsbootcome.net . Should you have any questions please contact the Director of Leadership Honors Bootcamp Nancy White at mailto:nwhite@leadershiphonorsbootcamp.net or 602.509.0630
Sunday, May 22, 2016, 12:00 AM
Kimpton Hotel, Alexandria, VA (D.C. Area)
STEAMworks Exhibit
Then we need you to exhibit at STEAMworks, on April 14, 2016 at the Student Union Grand Ballroom!
Save the date! STEAMworks is a one day-exhibition to engage high school, Pima Community College, and UA undergraduate students in hands-on demonstrations of STEAM technologies and expose them to exciting study and career possibilities.
Apply to exhibit at steamworks.arizona.edu
Not interested in exhibiting, but want to volunteer? Sign up to volunteer at
http://steamworks.arizona.edu/volunteer and tell us how you can help!