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Last chance to Beat the Bluebook Blues!
Finals begin this Saturday, December 13 and, for some students, the idea of confronting a 3-hour, bluebook exam is daunting! Don't miss your opportunity to learn how to prepare for cumulative final exams AND what it takes to produce strong answers to essay questions. "Beating the Bluebook Blues" is a 1-hour workshop, scheduled for this Wednesday, Dec. 10, 1:00-2:00 p.m. To learn more or to register, click here.

Looking for some tips to help you get ready for finals starting TODAY? Stop by Academic Services, Smith 214, to pick up some handouts or to set up a meeting with Tamika Weaver-Hightower or Tina Chen!

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The Interschool Teaching Fellows Program is offering college graduates an opportunity to gain a supervised teaching experience in their first year of teaching. Established in 1984, the Fellows Program is sponsored by the eight New York independent schools which comprise the Interschool consortium. The schools seek college graduates with at least a Bachelor's Degree who have sound academic qualifications, a serious interest in education, a high energy level, a genuine commitment to extracurricular activities as part of student growth, and a desire to work in a college preparatory day school. Whenever possible, an Interschool Fellow will be assigned a reduced teaching load, with primary responsibility for certain classes. Fellows will work closely with a cooperating teacher or “mentor,” and have the support of and regular contact with the Coordinator of the Fellows Program. Candidates should send a resume and cover letter to as many of the schools participating in the Fellows Program as they wish. They should clearly identify the subject(s) and grade level(s) they are prepared to teach. At the same time, they should keep in mind that teachers in small independent schools are expected to be flexible and take on a variety of assignments. Information about special interests and skills is helpful. Contact information including a resume and cover letter should also be sent to the Interschool office website at www.interschool.org.

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Middlesex School has announced its Henry Travis Internships for Teachers of Color for the 2004-2005 academic year. Teaching interns selected to participate in this program will join the faculty for one year and beginning in the fall of 2004. Each Travis intern will teach two sections of an academic subject. Both will live and work in a dormitory, coach two sessions of athletics, and contribute to the life of a boarding school community, working particularly with students of color. A master teacher will serve as a personal and professional mentor for each intern. Middlesex school is seeking entry level teaching applicants in all areas of the academic program. If interested, please send cover letter and resume, including any athletic competencies, to Alan Proctor, Assistant Head of School, Middlesex School, P.O. Box 9122. Concord, MA 01742-9122. For more information, you may visit their website at www.middlesex.edu

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Scholarship News

The National Institutes of Health is offering a scholarship opportunity for students interested in the sciences. The NIH is the world's largest biomedical research institution and is the Federal Government's focal point for medical research. The scholarship provides up to $20,000 a year in scholarship support and paid research training at the NIH during the summer and after graduation. Minimum requirements are to have a 3.5 GPA or higher or be in the top 5% of your class. The application deadline for the 2004-2005 academic year will be February 28, 2004. Additional materials are available on their website of http://ugsp.info.nih.gov

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The Spectrum Initiative is offering ALANA students who are considering or are currently pursuing a master's degree in library studies an opportunity for a $5,000 scholarship. Recipients must be members of specified minority groups and must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States or Canada. Primary considerations for all scholarships are academic excellence, leadership, and evidence of commitment to a career in librarianship. The scholarship application process opens annually in September, with applications due to the association's scholarship clearinghouse by March 1. You may access scholarship information online at www.ala.org/hrdr.


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Upcoming Events

Good luck completing this semester's work.
Remember, when you need support (and we all do!) :
REACH OUT !!

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Happy Holidays, Everyone!!!

May 2004 bring us all good health, keen minds, loving family and friends, compassionate hearts, and peace in relations with all people.

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For details about the ALANA Newsflash, please contact:
Esther Levine                OR            Christina Bi Chen
Assistant Dean                              Director of Academic Services                                     
Smith 223                                         Smith 214

508-793-2209                                   508-793-2713