2020/2021 Graduates Convocation Updates!

We are glad to bring students some happy news about convocation! The College of Social and Behavioral Science will hold in-person convocation for undergraduate and graduate students of the Class of 2021 and the Class of 2020.  Attendance is limited to graduates, with no audience allowed.

Click here to submit your graduation picture and highlight your experience at the U! For those of you who are not comfortable attending an in-person gathering, convocation will be live-steamed so that you can be part of the festivities as well.

Candidates for Bachelor’s Degree:

Undergraduate convocation for the classes of 2020-2021 will be held outdoors in the Rice-Eccles Stadium on Friday, May 7, at 11:30 a.m. Attendance is not mandatory but we hope that those who graduated last year and those who will graduate this year will be able to attend this ceremony and celebrate with your classmates. More information to come.

Candidates for Master’s and Doctoral Degrees:
In special recognition of 2020-2021 graduates receiving their master’s degree or Ph.D., an in-person ceremony will take place Aug. 27 at Red Butte Garden amphitheater. This will allow for the traditional in-person hooding of Ph.D. students. More details will be provided later.

Note: Family and friends of graduates are invited to watch the live-streamed event of the General Commencement on Thursday, May. 27, and the College convocations on May 7 and Aug. 27. Find more details here!

Regalia:
Pre-orders for regalia are now available through the Campus Store. A Grad Fair will be March 25-27.

Keep up-to-date with graduation news and announcements here!

2021 CSBS Virtual Student Research Day

Wednesday, April 28th, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Both graduate and undergraduate students in the college will be given the opportunity to showcase original research projects using virtual poster presentations. Students, faculty, and the University of Utah community are encouraged to attend.

Three cash prizes will be awarded for best virtual poster presentation in each of the graduate research and undergraduate research categories. The Student Choice Award will be given out to the student whose poster receives the most votes during the main exhibition period.

First Prize: $250
Second Prize: $150
Third Prize: $100
Student Choice Award: $100

As an exciting part of the 50th celebration, we are asking all participants to submit a research abstract with their registration to be a part of the inaugural digital journal archive.

Learn More & Register

Utah Youth Village- Seeking Students to Hire

Do you want to change lives, make a difference in your community, and help stabilize children and families?
Utah Youth Village is seeking a Families First Specialist to go into families’ homes to teach behavioral skills that heal relationships and help create a healthy, stable home environment.
Requirements:
•Bachelor’s degree (complete or nearing completion) in psychology, social work, criminal justice, or a related field preferred
•Professional oral & written communication
•Great organizational and time management skills
•Able to type 40 WPM
•Able to read and write English proficiently
•Strong interpersonal social skills
•Able to solve practical problems, address emotional issues, and deal with a variety of human variables
•Able to drive your own car to get to clients’ homes
•Willing to be flexible in accommodating clients’ schedules, primarily in afternoon/evening hours
•Special consideration/additional compensation given to candidates who are bilingual Spanish speaker

Benefits Include:
•Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
•Vacation/Sick Time Accrual
•Paid Holidays
•Flexible schedule
•Opportunities for raises and professional growth
•24/7 job support from supervisor
•Cell phone & computer stipend
•Counts for Internship credit

• Starting Salary: $31,500 Negotiable BOE

Find more details here!
To apply: Email resume and cover letter to Wayne Arner and Brittany Bird.

2021 Fulbright Scholarships

Fulbright provides annual grants for U.S. students wishing to conduct research, teach English, or obtain an MA degree in a foreign country. Senior undergrads and graduate students in all disciplines are eligible to apply. The deadline is always in October so there’s plenty of time to learn about this award!
The next virtual info session will be held on Monday, March 22 from 2:00 PM- 3:00 PM here!
Please join us to learn more about this prestigious opportunity!

EDI Awards

Nominate an individual or group who is making significant contributions to advancing equity within the college and throughout our extended community through efforts to integrate equity and inclusion principles and/or practices into the academic curriculum and classroom, into research, and/or in community engagement either within a CSBS department, the college, and/or in the broader community.

To nominate an individual or group, write no more than a two-page nomination letter that addresses the contributions of the individual or group. You may also include no more than two letters of support. Separate awards will be made for contributions by students, staff, and faculty depending on the nominations received. Send your nomination letter and any supporting letters to awards@csbs.utah.edu by 5:00 PM MST Monday March 22nd. The College’s EDI committee will review nominations. 

Learn More!

Ask An Ambassador: Internships

Hear from our CSBS Student Ambassadors each month as they host discussions open to all students on a range of topics. This month, hear from our CSBS Internship Coordinator and CSBS Student Ambassadors about how to find an internship, internship experiences they've had, and ways to get credit towards your major! We will have a panel discussion with resources, discussing experiences with internships, and time for Q&A.

This month's discussion will be held on March 22, at 3:00 PM.

Check it out!

Tanner Center March Film Series

Coinciding with Women’s History Month, Utah Film Center’s March programming celebrates and recognizes bold women making history, one brave act at time.

These films will be available as part of our free live-streamed screenings. The next screening will be March 23 at 7:00PM.

Reserve tickets here!

Sacrifice, Serendipity & Service - A conversation with Rebecca Chavez-Houck

Please join us on March 25 from 12:00PM - 1:00 PM in celebrating Rebecca Chavez-Houck as the 2021 Founder's Day Distinguished Alumni. Rebecca will share her insights regarding her journey from her degrees in communications and Masters of Public Administration through her many years of public service. Senator Luz Escamilla will facilitate a time for questions as well.

Check it out and RSVP!

Careers in Sociology

Join the Sociology Spring 2021 Career Panel on Thursday, April 1 from 12:30-1:30 PM MDT!
Hear success stories from alumni of the Sociology department and learn how they navigated their journeys from graduation to their current positions in their professional fields.

So, you’re considering studying Sociology to learn about social issues that affect so many aspects of modern life. You’re excited to take intriguing courses ranging from Social Movements to Digital Society. But there’s something that’s holding you back: “What am I going to do with a Sociology degree? What job can that get me?”

A common concern of Sociology students is what they will be able to do with their degree after graduation. We’ve gathered four amazing Sociology alumni to tell students their stories and provide tips and advice for success after graduation.

There will be a Q&A portion of the panel, so come prepared with questions about how to navigate the post-graduation career landscape.

Check out the livestream here!

Digital Resources to Improve High-Yield Study Strategies

Strategy #1 –Spaced Repetition: You can more efficiently memorize material by spacing out your studying using a technique called Spaced Repetition. Instead of cramming, create and frequently review flash cards to better commit your learning to memory. Doing this can help ensure your learning is retained over the long-term.

Experiment with spaced repetition using paper flash cards or free-to low-cost Anki apps in Google Play or the Apple App Store.

Strategy #2 –Concept Mapping: Flashcards aren't great at conveying interconnected information. Concept mapping is a study strategy that visually depicts concepts and illustrates their relationships. Content mapping also helps engage multiple parts of the brain.

Create concept maps for free using LucidChart. The site also has a page explaining different types of content maps.

Strategy #3 –Growth Mindset: Research has linked the growth mindset with higher performance. People with a growth mindset believe their talents can be developed through hard work and good strategies. This belief is connected to enhanced brain development in a wider range of tasks.

Start developing a growth mindset by watching this popular video on YouTube.

Upcoming Deadlines

Last day to withdraw from second half classes

Friday, April 2

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