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Interesting article about The Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) and how they can help in your professional development and employment search.

http://www.onlinecollegecourses.com/2013/03/07/putting-a-mooc-on-the-resume/

The Diamond Award is the highest recognition by Student Affairs given to a Temple University undergraduate student.  This recognition is based on a holistic evaluation of the student’s accomplishments.  The Award is reserved for those who have demonstrated superior leadership, academic achievement, service to the University, and impact on a community (local, regional, or global).  Through their leadership, it is clear that they are set apart from others as especially deserving of this unique honor.  Award recipients are recognized at the Annual Diamond Award Ceremony.

Apply today: http://www.temple.edu/studentaffairs/deanofstudents/programs/diamond-awards/index.asp

View the original website here: http://www.temple.edu/studentaffairs/deanofstudents/programs/memorial-awards/index.asp

The Temple University Memorial Awards are designed to recognize Temple University students for their outstanding academic, leadership and service achievements.

The Dean of Students Office coordinates the Memorial Awards process.  The following awards are available for students to apply to:

Awards for Consideration

• Dorothy A. Seegers Memorial Award 2013
• Sol Feinstone Memorial Award 2013
  
• Joel M. Schafer Memorial Award 2013
  
• Adeline & Marvin Wachman Memorial Award 2013
• Valaida S. Walker Memorial Award 2013
• Whittaker Award 2013
• Jerry Zaslow Memorial Award 2013

How you can provide a reference for an outstanding student

You will need the following information from the student you will be referencing:

1. Student’s Name and Temple ID Number
2. Name(s) of Scholarship Award(s) they are seeking.

Thank you in advance for your time and thoughtful support of these students.

The deadline to submit references February 15, 2013 by 5:00PM.
PLEASE NOTE: References received after this date can not be accepted and the applicant’s incomplete application will not be submitted to the selection committee for consideration.

Submitting your reference

1. Complete the Memorial Award Reference Form
2. E-mail the completed document to the Dean of Students (dos@temple.edu)

Questions about the Memorial Awards?

If you have any questions or if you are having difficulty submitting forms for more than one student, please call 215-204-7188 or email dos@temple.edu.

Take a look at the previous Memorial Award Winners

2012 Memorial Award Winners
2011 Memorial Award Winners

Center for Student Professional Development

Wednesday, February 13, 2013 from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM (EST)

Top Ten Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Temple…
(Advice from our Peer Advisors)

1. Utilize the many resources available to you- utilize the Teaching Assistant’s (TA’s) and the Tutoring Center/ Writing Center.  The TECH Center is an awesome resource too. If you need viruses taken off your computer, they do it for FREE.
2. Take control of your education and plan ahead- Temple is a HUGE university. Visit offices like Student Financial Services and Advising during off-peak hours (hint: peak hours are typically during priority registration and the first two weeks of each semester. Check out the Academic Calendar for dates: http://www.temple.edu/registrar/documents/calendars/). Also, make friends with upperclassmen to help you navigate the university.
3. Get involved in activities and clubs as soon as possible- take advantage of every opportunity (hint: consider joining an SPO: http://www.fox.temple.edu/org/).
4. Take advantage of your student status- there are so many discounts that you can receive in the Philadelphia area just by having your Temple ID. SWEET!
5. Check out other venues for books- use eBay, Amazon, book.ly  or local bookstores in the Philadelphia area. College bookstores can be a rip off so renting textbooks or buying books from upperclassmen tend to be a heck of a lot cheaper.
6.  RATEMYPROFESSORS.com – love this!
7. Center City is not hard or expensive to get to- if you’re losing your mind take a stroll down to Rittenhouse to relax.  Also, become familiar with public transportation and if you have a car on campus, pay to have it in a secure lot.
8. Dress for success- a suit is definitely a MUST, especially for Fox students.
9. Know where to eat- food trucks are amazing and cheap (especially the crepe truck by Tyler).  Sodexo and the Fresh Grocer are expensive for what they offer. The SAC is a little better than J&H Cafeteria because it offers smaller portions to help cut down on the “freshman 15”.
10. Things will not be perfect your first semester- your schedule may not be how you want it to be and you may not have the ideal roommate. You may not love every class you have to take or enjoy every professor, but you’re in college and if you want to accomplish your goals, you have to learn how to cope. You can do it- we all did!!

Contact our Peer Advisors at foxpeer@temple.edu, or visit their website: http://www.fox.temple.edu/cms_academics/dept/advising/staff/peer-advising/

FINALIST PRESENTATIONS & AWARD CEREMONY   

Thursday April 26, 2012

Alter Hall Auditorium & Undergraduate Commons

1801 Liacouras Walk, Philadelphia PA 19122

2:00 – 5:30PM

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE NOW

Temple’s annual business plan competition, the Be Your Own Boss Bowl, is one of the most lucrative and comprehensive in the nation.   Now in its 14th year, the BYOBB features three competitive tracks: Graduate Students/Alumni/Faculty/Staff; Undergraduate; and Social Impact Ventures.  The competition features aspiring entrepreneurs with concepts in information technology, consumer products and services, life science, clean tech, nanotech and more.  Over 300 senior executives support the program.

Please save the date and join us for this inspiring entrepreneurial event which also includes a networking reception.  There is no cost to attend, and you do not need to be associated with the BYOBB or Temple University to attend.
Investors especially welcomed!

 Presenting Sponsor

  ALAN AND DEBORAH COHEN

 &

    With additional support from Microsoft and  GoldmanSacs Gives,

View the following website for the Peer Advisor employment opportunity: http://community.mis.temple.edu/peeradvisors/peer-advisor-employment-opportunity/..

Click here to RSVP today!

Click here to RSVP today!

The Philadelphia Chapter of The Links, Incorporated

Presents

 A FREE FINANCIAL EDUCATION WORKSHOP

Credit – making it work for you

 A hands on workshop that takes the mystery out of personal finance and help you make informed decisions that are wise for your wallet.

Fox School of Business

Temple University

Alter 035

Saturday, February 18, 2012 – 10:00 – 12:00 pm

   Workshop Presented by Keith M. Donnell MBA, CFP

President of Modern Wealth Concepts 

Refreshments will be served