SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Change in pickup location for bus passes
Don't forget to pick up your new bus pass for this semester. Since Union South is being demolished, some of the locations to pickup bus passes and student identification cards have changed. For more information go to www.asm.wisc.edu/spring-summer-2008-asm-bus-pass-distribution.html
New Help Desk Extension Opens at Memorial Union
A new walk-in technical help desk has opened at Memorial Union. Hours will be Sunday noon to 8 p.m., Mon-Thurs 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The DoIT Help Desk at 1210 W. Dayton St. will keep its current hours of Mon-Fri 7:45 a.m. to 5 p.m. Both locations offer free, in-person support for a variety of topics including operating system issues, hardware diagnosis, email and wireless issues, and access to campus services.
FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
Stewardship Science Graduate Fellowship
Deadline: January 21, 2009
The Department of Energy National Security Administration Stewardship Science Graduate Fellowship (SSGF) Program invites PhD students working in areas of interest to stewardship science, such as high-density physics, low-energy nuclear science, or properties of materials under extreme conditions, to apply for this fellowship. The benefits of this award include a yearly stipend of $32,400; payment of all tuition and fees; and, $1,000 yearly academic allowance. This fellowship is renewable up to four years.
Applications are now available online at http://www2.krellinst.org/ssgf/.
The Dissertation Proposal Development Fellowship (DPDF)
Deadline January 30, 2009
The Dissertation Proposal Development Fellowship (DPDF) is a strategic fellowship program designed to help graduate students in the humanities and social sciences formulate doctoral dissertation proposals that are intellectually pointed, amenable to completion in a reasonable time frame, and competitive in fellowship competitions.
Graduate students in the early phase of their research, generally 2nd and 3rd years, apply to one of five research fields (Critical Agrarian Studies;
Cultures & Histories of the Human Sciences;
Empires of Vision;
Revitalizing Development Studies; and,
State Violence) led by research two directors; each group is made up of ten to twelve graduate students. Fellows participate in two workshops, one in the late spring that helps prepare them to undertake pre-dissertation research on their topics; and one in the early fall, designed to help them synthesize their summer research and to draft proposals for dissertation funding. Fellows are eligible to apply for up to $5000 from SSRC to support pre-dissertation research during the summer.
The program is administered by the Social Science Research Council and funded by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.
Information: http://programs.ssrc.org/dpdf/
Social Science Research Council (SSRC) Dissertation Proposal Development Fellowship
Deadline: January 30, 2009
The SSRC has a Dissertation Proposal Development Fellowship available: Stipend: up to $5000. http://programs.ssrc.org/dpdf
Dartmouth Residential Teaching Fellowship for Under-represented Students
Deadline: February 1
Dartmouth has a residential teaching fellowship available for under-represented students committed to undergraduate teaching: Stipend: $30,000. http://www.dartmouth.edu/~gradstdy/funding/fellowships/cem.html
EPA’s National Network for Environmental Management Studies (NNEMS) 2009 Fellowship Program
Deadline: February 2, 2009
Each year, the NNEMS program offers fellowships developed and sponsored by EPA Headquarters in Washington, D.C. and in EPA's 10 regional offices and laboratories throughout the United States. The projects are specifically narrow in scope, allowing students to complete the fellowship while working full-time at EPA during the summer or part-time during the school year. NNEMS fellowship recipients receive a stipend based on the student's level of education and the duration and location of the project.
For more detailed information, including links to the program catalog, the list of research projects, FAQs, and the application form, see the web site at http://www.epa.gov/enviroed/NNEMS/
Point Foundation Offers Higher Education Scholarships for Gay and Lesbian Students
Deadline: February 9, 2009
The Point Foundation (http://pointfoundation.org), a scholar- ship-granting organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender students of merit, has announced the opening of its 2009 application season. Students who will be enrolled in undergraduate or graduate programs for the 2009-10 school year are eligible to
apply for the multiyear scholarships.
The scholarship program's selection criteria include academic excellence, leadership skills, community involvement, and financial need. Particular attention is paid to students who have lost the financial and social support of their families and/or communities as a result of revealing their sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.
On average, a Point Scholarship awards $13,200 in direct financial support, in addition to leadership training and mentoring. The average amount of annual support devoted to each scholar is between $26,000 and $31,000. In return, Point Scholars agree to maintain a high level of academic performance and to give back to the LGBT community through the completion of an individual community service project each year. In addition, scholars are matched with mentors from the professional world who lend their expertise and career guidance and serve as role models.
For further information and application guidelines, visit the Point Foundation Web site.
Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS)
Graduate Fellowships
Deadline: February 16, 2009
Funding is available from UW-Madison
Area and International Studies Programs for Summer Intensive Language Study (2009)
and
Academic Year Language/Area Studies (2009-10)
FLAS Fellowships are funded by the U.S. Department of Education
to encourage area and international studies and to stimulate foreign language acquisition and fluency.
Fellowship Details:
• Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
• FLAS awards may be used for either a domestic or overseas academic program of study.
• FLAS recipients must be full-time graduate students.
• Academic Year FLAS recipients who are not dissertators must take at least one area studies course and one language course each semester.
• Summer awards can be used for intensive language study in programs that last for at least 6 weeks and provide the equivalent of a full academic year of language study.
• Fellowships cover the cost of tuition and provide a stipend.
*Specific requirements may vary depending on the
language. Please consult the relevant area studies program
or the following web site for further details and application forms:
http://www.intl-institute.wisc.edu/fellow
Scott Kloeck-Jenson Fellowships
Deadline: February 20, 2009
Global Studies is now accepting applications for two graduate fellowships: Scott Kloeck-Jenson International Internship Grants for doctoral students interested in undertaking practitioner internships on social justice issues -and- Scott Kloeck-Jenson International Pre-Dissertation Travel Grants to support summer travel for doctoral students exploring potential field research sites.
The program is open to students of any nationality who are enrolled in a doctoral program at UW-Madison. Specific requirements for each fellowship, further details, and application materials and instructions are available at http://www.global.wisc.edu/skj
Morris Udall Foundation Dissertation Fellowship
Deadline: February 20, 2009
The Morris Udall Foundation has a dissertation fellowship for students working on environmental public policy and conflict resolution: Stipend - $24,000. http://www.udall.gov
Dean John A. Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship
Deadline: February 20, 2009
The Dean John A. Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship is open to students working on policy issues surrounding marine resources: Stipend: $34,000. http://www.seagrant.noaa.gov/knauss
Scholarships for Nontraditional Students
Applications accepted December 1–March 1.
Thanks to generous contributions of our donors, the Division of Continuing Studies administers a number of scholarships specifically designed for nontraditional and adult students. While the eligibility criteria vary, there are two main categories of scholarship awards:
Returning Adult Student Scholarships
There are scholarships available to newly admitted or currently enrolled UW-Madison degree students. Some scholarships require a significant interruption in study, or have specific age and gender stipulations. For more information see http://www.dcs.wisc.edu/info/finanserv/RAS_scholars.htm
Single Parent Scholarships
These scholarships are available to newly admitted or currently enrolled UW-Madison degree students who are single parents; and scholarships provide $1,000-$2,000 in funding support per academic year. For more information see http://www.dcs.wisc.edu/info/finanserv/SP_scholars.htm
The Government Finance Officers of America (GFOA) Fellowships
Deadline: March 6, 2009
The Government Finance Officers of America (GFOA) sponsors 3 fellowships:
Daniel B. Goldberg Scholarship
The Daniel B. Goldberg Scholarship of $10,000 is available for award to a graduate student who is enrolled in full-time master’s study preparing for a career in state and local government finance.
Frank L. Greathouse Government Accounting Scholarship
The Government Finance Officers Association's Frank L. Greathouse Government Accounting Scholarship of $5,000 is available for award to one or more undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in full-time study preparing for a career in state and local government finance.
Minorities in Government Finance Scholarship
The GFOA's Minorities in Government Finance Scholarship of $5,000 is available for award to an upper-division undergraduate or graduate student of public administration, (governmental) accounting, finance, political science, economics, or business administration (with a specific focus on government or nonprofit management).
Financial Assistance for Childcare Fees
Are you a UW-Madison student parent and have your child (children) enrolled in a licensed childcare center, licensed in-home provider or a licensed after-school program?
You may be eligible for financial assistance toward those childcare costs while you attend classes at the UW-Madison during the fall 2008 semester. You may apply for financial assistance through the ChildCare Tuition Assistance Program (CCTAP). CCTAP provides financial assistance toward childcare costs to eligible low-income student parents. Not all students are eligible. All student applicants must reside in Wisconsin and have licensed childcare in Wisconsin.
For more information, eligibility, deadlines and an application, visit the CCTAP Web site and click on financial assistance. While on the CCTP site check out the the Kids-Kare Program, a program that provides financial assistance for sick, back-up and evening care to eligible CCTAP student parents. Please note deadlines.
Additional Funding Resources
Individuals looking for funding opportunities are usually best served by starting with the Funding Sources for Individuals category under the Grants Information Collection. Don't forget that the UW Job Center offers a great online resource for finding graduate student assistantships on campus. Register with the Job Center to receive weekly updates.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Ethical Issues in Genetic Research
January 26, 2009
2:00 - 3:00 pm
G5/119 Clinical Sciences Learning Center
Expanding genetic technology makes it increasingly possible and interesting to study genetic factors in almost
any human behavior and experience. The major risks of such studies are psychosocial, including confusion and stigmatization. Guidelines for ethically responsible genetic research have existed for decades.These will be reviewed using historical examples of problematic genetic studies, and recent trends suggesting erosion of support for traditional guidelines. Presented by Dr. Norman Fost, Professor, Pediatrics and Bioethics. Registration is required. Go to https://www.ohrd.wisc.edu/OHRDCatalogPortal/Default.aspx?tabid=29&SeriesKey=347to register.
Graduate Student Collaborative (GSC) Professional Development Week
"Taking the Next Step: Getting Ready for the Job Market"
February 2 - 5, 2009
Times and locations vary
During the GSC's Professional Development Week titled "Taking the Next Step: Getting Ready for the Job Market," you will have the chance to attend a plethora of workshops to help you prepare for your ideal job. The following is a list of workshops being held during that time. Click on the individual links for more information. Registration is required for all events. To register, go to www.grad.wisc.edu/gsc/registration.
First Impressions: Developing Your CV and Cover Letter
Monday, February 02, 2009 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Creating Your Individual Development Plan: Strategic Advice for Getting Your Degree and the Career You Want
Monday, February 02, 2009 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Who is Hiring You: Perspectives from a Hiring Committee
Tuesday, February 03, 2009 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Researching Career Options: Forging an Alternative Academic Career
Wednesday, February 04, 2009 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Networking: The Swiss Army Knife of Career Planning
Wednesday, February 04, 2009 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.
How to Find a Job Outside Academia, Even if You Aren't Sure You Want One
Thursday, February 05, 2009 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Fundamentals of Randomized Clinical Trials
February 2, 2009
2:30 - 4:00 p.m.
G5/119 Clinical Science Learning Center
Basic fundamentals of randomized clinical trials will be reviewed in this session. Topics will include practical aspects of trial development and implementation as well pearls for achievement of trials success. Applicable issues for investigator initiated trials and multicenter trials will be reviewed. Presented by Chris Sorkness, Professor, Pharmacy and Medicine, Associate Director, Institute of Clinical and Translational Research (ICTR), Rebecca Marnocha, Director, Pharmaceutical Research Center, Director of Clinical Research, School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH). Registration is required. Go to https://www.ohrd.wisc.edu/OHRDCatalogPortal/Default.aspx?tabid=29&SeriesKey=347to register.
Additional Graduate Student Collaborative (GSC) Professional Development Events
Throughout the year, the GSC offers a wide variety of Professional Development workshops based on career, academic and personal skills. Click on the individual links for more information. Registration is required for all events. To register, go to www.grad.wisc.edu/gsc/registration. For more information on the GSC go to www.grad.wisc.edu/gsc/index.html
Social Sciences Literature Reviews
Tuesday, February 03, 2009 5:00 - 6:15 p.m.
Relaxation Strategies for Graduate Students
Tuesday, February 10, 2009 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Identifying Transferable Skills for Careers Outside the Academy
Wednesday, February 11, 2009 11:30 - 12:30 p.m.
Mastering the Non-Academic Interview
Thursday, February 12, 2009 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
How to Find a Job Outside Academia, Even if You Aren't Sure You Want One
Thursday, February 5, 2009
4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Grainger Hall, Room 1100
Please join your colleagues for a professional development workshop, "How to Find a Job Outside Academia, Even if You Aren't Sure You Want One," with Dr. Susan Basalla who co-authored, "So What Are You Going to Do With That? Finding Careers Outside Academia," with Maggie Debelius in 2001. The event is open to graduate students, faculty, staff, and post docs. A reception will follow the presentation. Be sure to register at: /education/gsc/registration/index.html
New Future Faculty Partners
Deadline: February 20, 2009
The UW-Madison Teaching Academy is currently accepting nominations to become a "Future Faculty Partner" (FFP) of the UW Teaching Academy. Anyone with a continuing academic connection to UW-Madison who is engaged in graduate or professional study for a career in higher education teaching or outreach (such as graduate students, teaching assistants, medical and veterinary residents, post-doctoral fellows, etc) is eligible to be nominated.
Nominees are expected to have at least one-year residence status on the UW-Madison campus, three semesters of teaching experience (or comparable), have a deep interest in and commitment to higher education, and a willing to commit to one year (preferably two years) of active involvement in the Teaching Academy. Future Faculty Partners meet once a month to discuss a topic relevant to teaching in higher education. Activities will include guest speakers, workshops, and discussion on a variety of topics such as TA training, writing a teaching philosophy, developing syllabi, and interviewing for jobs in higher education.
Detailed information and downloadable application packages are available at: http://teachingacademy.wisc.edu/ffp/becomeffp.asp
For enquiries, please contact wzhao6@wisc.edu.
Upcoming Professional Development Opportunities through the Office of Human Resource Development
Deadlines Vary
Deterring Workplace Violence, January 21
http://www.ohrd.wisc.edu/reg/catalog_course_detail.asp?course_key=23016
The Art of Feedback (3 part-course), January 27, February 3, February 10
http://www.ohrd.wisc.edu/reg/catalog_course_detail.asp?course_key=22533
Perceptual Thinking Patterns, January 28
http://www.ohrd.wisc.edu/reg/catalog_course_detail.asp?course_key=21738
Arts Enterprise Symposium, January 31-February 1
http://www.ohrd.wisc.edu/reg/catalog_series.aspx?serieskey=169
Workplace Stress: Be a Change-Master (2 parts), February 4 and February 11
http://www.ohrd.wisc.edu/reg/catalog_course_detail.asp?course_key=22336
UW-MANIAC Breakfast Series, February 5 (Innovation & Evolution in Wisconsin's Artisanal Cheese Industry)
http://www.ohrd.wisc.edu/reg/catalog_course_detail.asp?course_key=23357
Communicating Across Generations (2 parts), February 12 and February 19
http://www.ohrd.wisc.edu/reg/catalog_course_detail.asp?course_key=22749
Innovation and Collaboration Learning Series, Part 2, February 17
http://www.ohrd.wisc.edu/reg/catalog_course_detail.asp?course_key=23004
Emerging Issues in Dispute Resolution Conference on April 22-23
http://www.wamediators.org/eiconference/indexEI.html
Library Workshops
Campus libraries workshops and tours help you learn how to find what you need quickly and efficiently. They will help you save time when deadlines for papers and projects approach. Most of these are hands-on. And best of all, they're free. Take advantage of these great workshops before classes start up again.
Visit the library Web site to find out more about upcoming library workshops.
Writing Center Workshops
The Writing Center offers non-credit classes throughout the semester, held in Helen C. White Hall. Writing Center classes are free and are open to currently registered UW-Madison students. Each class will give you the chance to pick up valuable writing skills in a supportive, small-group environment. For more information visit the Writing Center Web site or 608-263-1992.
The schedule for Spring classes will be available during the first week of classes in January.
Free Instructional Workshops and Demos from DoIT
If you are faculty, an instructor or a teaching assistant who supports a UW-Madison timetable course, DoIT Academic Technology invites you to participate in one of several free training sessions and demonstrations. Learn web development, Learn@UWtools and tricks, how to use clickers, and much more. See the DoIT Training Web site for details.
Additional Graduate Information Resources
Want more? See the Graduate Student Professional Development Web site, the GSC Web site, the University Events calendar, and Software Training for Students for general and specialized workshops.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Candlelight Ski/Hike
Saturday, January 17, 2009
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Governor Dodge State Park (meet at Cox Hollow Beach area)
Free, but State Park admission required
Join other Wisconsites on a ski and hiking event lit by candlelight. Bonfires and concessions will be available. For more information go to http://www.dnr.state.wi.us/org/caer/ce/news/candlelight.htm or call (608) 935-2315. No pets allowed.
Folk Ball Festival
January 23-25, 2009
Memorial Union (800 Langdon Street, Madison WI)
Show times vary
Free - donations accepted
Friday Night Dance Parties
International Dance: Great Hall (4th floor) 7:30 p.m. - midnight.
Contra Dance: Tripp Commons (2nd floor east) 7:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Hungarian Tanchaz: Beefeaters Room (3rd floor east) 8:00 p.m. - midnight
Saturday Folk Arts Workshops
Folk workshops representing 13 countries
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Memorial Union - TITU
Folk Ball Dance Party
7:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
Memorial Union - Great Hall
Sunday Workshops
Bulgarian/Balkan Folkdance Workshop
10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Memorial Union - TITU
Survivors Dance Party
8:00 - 11:00 p.m.
The Crossing, 1127 University Avenue
Visit the Folk Ball website: http://plantpath.wisc.edu/~tdd/folkball.html for workshop details, schedule updates, lodging information, etc.
SOCIAL EVENTS
Graduate Student Collaborative (GSC) Gastronomic Gadabouts
All graduate students are invited to attend any and all Gastronomic Gadabouts events. Every month, the GSC heads out to a local restaurant for an opportunity to try out local fare and connect with students.
Thursday, January 22
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Frida Mexican Grill (117 State St.)
This month we're heading to Frida Mexican Grill, one of Madison's State St. favorites. Come in from the cold and warm up with some delicious half-priced, ice-crushed, lime-flavored drinks and a tasty Mexican meal! Choose from fajitas, enchiladas, burritos, and more! And don't forget their belly filling chips and salsa. Hope to see you there!
Please RSVP to GSC (262-0201 or gsc@bascom.wisc.edu) by January 22nd, at noon so that we can reserve the right number of seats.
Graduate Student Collaborative (GSC) Socials
GSC Socials are held every Friday during the semester to give grad students from all across campus a weekly chance to mingle, get to know people outside their department, and unwind from the hectic week.
Friday, January 23
5:00 - 7:00 pm
Der Rathskeller
Memorial Union
Friday, January 30
5:00 - 7:00 pm
Madison's
119 N. King St.
Graduate Student Collaborative (GSC) Monthly Midweek Mingle
Join grad students from a wide variety of disciplines for the GSC's Monthly Midweek Mingle. The first Wednesday of every month, GSC gathers at Genna's Lounge for some much needed social time. Meet new and continuing grad students and get rejuvenated for the rest of the week!
Wednesday, February 4
4:30 - 6:30 pm
Genna's Lounge (Main & Carroll Sts.)
Check the GSC Events Calendar often to see where future social events will be held.
ACADEMIC DEADLINES
Spring 2009 Deadlines for Graduate Students
| Monday, January 19 | Holiday (Martin Luther King Jr. Day) Last day to cancel enrollment without transcript record |
| Tuesday, January 20 | Instruction begins |
| Friday, January 23 | Last Day to Enroll without $25 Late Initial Enrollment Fee |
| Wednesday, January 28 | Last day to drop courses or withdraw without DR or W grade notation on Transcript |
| Friday, January 30 | Last Day for 100% tuition adjustment on dropped classes Last day to enroll for Spring semester |
| Friday, Feb. 6 | Last Day to pay tuition and fees without $100 Late Payment Fee |
| Friday, Feb. 13 | Last Day for 50% tuition adjustment on dropped classes |
Friday, (Please see correction below) * |
Last Day to Drop courses Last day to apply for Pass/Fail Privilege Last day to convert from Credit to Audit |
| Friday, May 8 | Last Class Day |
*Be aware the University Bookstore calendar has an incorrect date listed for the drop deadline for graduate students. The correct date is listed above as March 27. Students are responsible for adhering to the proper dates listed by the on the UW-Madison Registrar's web page.
For a list of all spring semester deadlines check http://www.registrar.wisc.edu/deadlines.php?term=1094
Degree and Dissertator Deadlines
| January 16 | Dissertator Eligibility |
| April 24* | Request for all Masters and Ph.D. Degree Warrants |
| May 15 | Degree Deadline |
| May 18 - June 12 | Summer Degree Window** |
*For master's students only: If you want your name to be printed in the commencement program, your department must submit your warrant request before April 3.
**Important Note: The "Window Period" is the time between the end of one degree period and the beginning of the next. If you were registered in previous semester and met all degree requirements by the end of the window period, your degree will be granted in the next semester but you will not have to register or pay fees for the next semester.
For questions about Graduate School policies and procedures, see the Academic Guidelines at http://www.wisc.edu/grad/education/acadpolicy/introduction.html
