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Round Up 5/14
Monday, May 14, 2012
This is our final Round Up for the semester!
NEW AND IMPORTANT
- SSMA Memorial Day Observance
- OIF Documentary Opportunity
- School of Social Work Disability Study
- Google Student Veterans Summit
- ACP Advisor Net Contest
- Bob Woodruff Foundation Position
- Google Resume Workshop
- Truman National Security Project Positions
- US Army Public Affairs Internship
- Veterans on Wall Street Conference
- JWT Golf Tournament
- Milvets Student Mentorship
Memorial Day Observance
On behalf of the Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Memorial Association (SSMA), Columbia University alumnus Dr. George Chall invites the Columbia Milvets to join the SSMA for their 2012 Memorial Day observance on Monday, May 28th, from 10:30-11:45am, at the historic Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument on Riverside Drive at 89th Street. Attire is business casual, please.
We ask that all who plan on attending RSVP in advance here. Those who RSVP will be given special reserved seating, so if you must cancel, please do so no later than Saturday, May 26th.
The annual ceremony at the Monument has become New York City’s largest and most solemn observance of Memorial Day. Begun in 1902 at the time of the Monument’s dedication, it initially honored New Yorkers who served the Union in the Civil War. More than one hundred years later we gather in memory of all those who have served our country, and in the spirit of Memorial Day as a ritual of reflection, celebration and remembrance. This year’s Memorial Day observance focuses on “The Return.” It recognizes the immense sacrifices of the men and women who have served during the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts.
As always, the heart of the day is the presentation of memorial wreaths. Twenty civic, heritage, and veteran’s organizations, including The Navy League, American Legion, Jewish War Veterans, Sons of Union Veterans, and the U.S. Military Veterans of Columbia University lay their tributes at the portal of the Monument. For each of the past four years we have been joined by Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg, who speaks on behalf of the city and presents a wreath.
OIF Documentary Opportunity
Mr. Nicolas Henin is part of a French team creating a documentary on OIF. One of our own, Maurice Decaul, will be taking part in the film, and Mr. Henin has requested another Milvet be featurerd as well.
The documentary is to be on the history of the war in Iraq as told by its 'main players' and actors who have 'a special ability to express interesting ideas with a personality that gives some singularity in their speech.' This role is not being advertised to the general public as Mr. Henin would prefer to have a CU Milvet participate.
The featured Milvets must have fought in OIF at the beginning, preferably during the invasion period. He or she should be an interesting character and comfortable in front of the camera.
Contact Nicolas Henin directly if you are interested in participating.
School of Social Work Disability Study
Are you a current or former member of the military who became disabled after January 1, 2006? Are you over the age of 18? Has your disability lasted or is it expected to last for at least one year? If you answered YES to these questions, you may be eligible to participate in a research study about the Social Security Administration’s Disability Determination Process for wounded warriors. You do not have to be receiving Social Security Disability benefits to participate in this study. Information from the study will be used to improve the quality and effectiveness of services for disabled veterans.
The study will consist of a 60-minute, audio-recorded interview conducted at Columbia University’s School of Social Work, Services for the Underserved (1255 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY), or over the phone. You do not need to reside in New York to participate. Participants will receive an incentive payment.
If you are interested and would like further information on participating, please contact the Principal Investigator, Dr. Michelle Ballan, Assistant Professor at Columbia University’s School of Social Work. Dr. Ballan can be reached at 212-851-2221 or via email.
Google Student Veterans Summit
From Google: "We want to celebrate Student Veterans who have demonstrated a commitment to the core values of impact and collaboration by giving them the opportunity to refine, build, and practice these skills at Google. With that in mind, we created the Google Student Veterans Summit. The inaugural Google Student Veterans Summit will include a professional development curriculum geared towards the Veteran Student’s transition into the workplace. Through networking opportunities with Google’s Veteran community and exposure to the business side of a technology company, these students will gain an understanding of Google’s culture of impact and collaboration."
Up to 20 participants will be selected to attend the Summit at Google’s Mountain View, CA office from July 16-17. All related expenses will be covered for participants. The deadline to apply is May 31, 2012 at 11:59pm PST.
Apply here! Any specific questions can be emailed to Google here.
American Corporate Partners (ACP) AdvisorNet
ACP AdvisorNet is a free Q&A website created to help U.S. military service members and veterans succeed in their civilian careers. Refer your friends and be entered for a chance to win two round-trip airline tickets! For each new account created from your referral, you will receive one entry. The more people you refer, the greater your chances of winning! One referrer and one new user will be randomly selected as the Grand Prize winners. Contest ends July 4th.
Click here to enroll and enter!
Bob Woodruff Foundation Career Opportunity
The Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF) is seeking a Development Coordinator to manage the Foundation’s donor development by maintaining current relationships and working to create new ones. The purpose of the position is to provide timely, personalized, strategic communication to donors and to provide donor related administrative support to the Executive Director and Board of Directors.
Job Title: Development Coordinator
Location: New York, NY
Employer: Bob Woodruff Foundation
Industry: Non-Profit
Salary: Negotiable based on experience; benefits package including health insurance and paid time off
Click here for more information and to apply!
Google Resume Workshop hosted by Student Veterans of America
Each workshop is tentatively scheduled for the week of June 8-15 for 10-20 student veterans. It will be a half day event and includes a lunch paid for by Google. More details will be provided if there is enough interest to host a workshop. This event is dependent upon the number of interested candidates.
You must complete this short survey to express your interest. Please only do so if you are able to attend the event!
Truman National Security Project
Do you want to do something different this summer? How about helping change the country! The Truman National Security Project is hiring veterans as Field Organizers to advocate for progressive national security policies like international development and clean, renewable energy. No one plays a greater role in securing America than our veterans and their families, and the Truman Project has launched a new summer program aimed at recruiting and training veterans in leadership development in key districts across the country.
Selected organizers will be flown to Washington D.C. to attend training from Monday, June 11th to Thursday, June 14th. The in-state field program will run from June 18-August 10th. The deadline for applications is Monday, May 21st.
Click here for more information and to apply!
US Army Public Affairs Student Career Experience Program
Public Affairs is seeking an undergraduate or graduate student to work a paid internship in their office this summer, continuing through the following school year and summer.
The Public Affairs Student Career Experience Program provides students currently enrolled in a wide variety of different types of educational
institutions with paid opportunities to work in agencies and explore Federal careers while still in school. Students gain exposure to public service while enhancing their educational goals and shaping their career choices. At successful conclusion of the program, students may be eligible for non-competitive conversion to a Federal career or career conditional position.
Eligibility: Current students in an accredited high school, college (including 4-year colleges/universities, community colleges, and junior colleges); professional, vocational, and trade school; advanced degree programs; or other qualifying educational institution pursuing a qualifying degree or certificate. Student Career Experience Program positions do not have to be related to the student’s academic career goals or field of study.
Program Administration: Students may be appointed on a temporary basis for up to one year for an initial period or for an indefinite period, in order to complete the educational requirement. Students may work either part- or full-time. (This is usually full-time during the summer months and part-time during the academic year). Students will sign a Memorandum of Understanding with the Army Public Affairs Career Program Manager setting forth expectations for the internship.
Program Completion and Conversion: Students may be non-competitively converted to a permanent position (or to a term position lasting 1-4 years) within 120 days of successful completion of the program. To be eligible to convert, students must complete a minimum of 640
hours of work, finish their degree or certificate requirements, and have performed their job successfully. Time spent under previous Internship Program appointments may count toward the required 640 work experience hours.
Public Affairs Student Required Competencies: Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills; Detail-oriented; Ability to assist with presentation preparation; Knowledgeable of Community Relations, Outreach and Event Planning & Execution; Ability to assist with Research, Analysis and Assessment; Ability to respond to queries from the general public and the media; Knowledge of Microsoft Office (specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Excel); Flexible, organized and team oriented; Possess strong interpersonal skills
Required Documents: Resume; School enrollment confirmation: A transcript or some other official confirmation of school enrollment must be included with the application. Both official and unofficial transcripts are acceptable as part of the initial application process. First year graduate student must submit a copy of your most recent undergraduate transcript
Submit required documents by email to John Manley.
Veterans on Wall Street Conference
The Conference aims to convene Wall Street firms, industry participants, transitioning service members, recent veterans and their families, military and government leaders, military support organizations, and others who have a shared interest in veterans employment opportunities. The conference seeks to raise the profile of veterans on Wall Street and highlight the financial services industry as a veteran-friendly employer. See their website and register here by June 18th!
Date: Thursday, June 21
Location: The 60 Wall Street Atrium and Cipriani
JWT Golf Tournament
JWT, the largest advertising firm in North America, is putting together a golf tournament in August to raise money for the troops/veterans served by the Monmouth Mental Health Association in Monmouth County, NJ. They are looking for 4 members (active duty or vets) from each service branch to play for free on August 8th at Sun Eagles Golf Course in Ft. Monmouth NJ. They are looking specifically for post-9/11 vets in their 20s, but any vet may apply. Applicants do not need to be experienced golfers; all skill levels are welcomed.
Note: the event is free, but players will have to provide their own transportation to and from the course.
Apply here!
Milvets Student Mentorship
Remember your first days at CU and how beneficial it would have been to have a fellow Milvet to guide you? This fall you will have the opportunity to mentor an incoming student veteran. Show him/her which classes to take, where to hang out, and what it means to be a part of our great community of veterans. You will be the first point of contact the incoming Milvet will have at GS. Often times this will occur even before they arrive at orientation. You will have the unique opportunity to share their experiences and advise them as they transition into Columbia life.
Click here to register as a mentor!
Round Up 5/7
Monday, May 7, 2012
CONTENTS
1. Truman National Security Project (Internship, summer)
2. Veterans on Wall Street (Event, 6/21)
3. JWT Golf Tournament (Event, 8/8)
4. ACP Advisor Net (Development)
5. Google Resume Workshop (Development, June)
6. Student Mentorships (Volunteer)
7. US Army Public Affairs (Internship, summer)
8. Bob Woodruff Foundation (Jop Opp)
1. Truman National Security Project
Do you want to do something different this summer? How about helping change the country! The Truman National Security Project is hiring veterans as Field Organizers to advocate for progressive national security policies like international development and clean, renewable energy. No one plays a greater role in securing America than our veterans and their families, and the Truman Project has launched a new summer program aimed at recruiting and training veterans in leadership development in key districts across the country.
Selected organizers will be flown to Washington D.C. to attend training from Monday, June 11th to Thursday, June 14th. The in-state field program will run from June 18-August 10th. The deadline for applications is Monday, May 21st.
Click here for more information and to apply!
2. Veterans on Wall Street Conference
The Conference aims to convene Wall Street firms, industry participants, transitioning service members, recent veterans and their families, military and government leaders, military support organizations, and others who have a shared interest in veterans employment opportunities. The conference seeks to raise the profile of veterans on Wall Street and highlight the financial services industry as a veteran-friendly employer. See their website and register here!
Date: Thursday, June 21, 2012.
Location: The 60 Wall Street Atrium and Cipriani
3. JWT Golf Tournament
JWT, the largest advertising firm in North America, is putting together a golf tournament in August to raise money for the troops/veterans served by the Monmouth Mental Health Association in Monmouth County, NJ. They are looking for 4 members (active duty or vets) from each service branch to play for free on August 8th at Sun Eagles Golf Course in Ft. Monmouth NJ. They are looking specifically for post-9/11 vets in their 20s, but any vet may apply. Applicants do not need to be experienced golfers; all skill levels are welcomed.
Note: the event is free, but players will have to provide their own transportation to and from the course.
Apply here!
4. American Corporate Partners (ACP) AdvisorNet
ACP AdvisorNet is a free Q&A website created to help U.S. military service members and veterans succeed in their civilian careers. Refer your friends and be entered for a chance to win two round-trip airline tickets! For each new account created from your referral, you will receive one entry. The more people you refer, the greater your chances of winning! One referrer and one new user will be randomly selected as the Grand Prize winners. Contest ends July 4th, 2012.
Click here to enroll and enter!
5. Google Resume Workshop hosted by Student Veterans of America
Each workshop is tentatively scheduled for the week of June 8-15 for 10-20 student veterans. It will be a half day event and includes a lunch paid for by Google. More details will be provided if there is enough interest to host a workshop. This event is dependent upon the number of interested candidates. You must complete this short survey to express your interest. Please only do so if you are able to attend the event!
6. Be a Student Mentor!
Remember your first days at CU and how beneficial it would have been to have a fellow Milvets to guide you? This fall you will have the opportunity to mentor an incoming student veteran. Show him/her which classes to take, where to hang out, and what it means to be a part of our great community of veterans. You will be the first point of contact the incoming Milvet will have at GS. Often times this will occur even before they arrive at orientation. You will have the unique opportunity to share their experiences and advise them as they transition into Columbia life.
Click here to register as a mentor.
7. US Army Public Affairs Student Career Experience Program
Public Affairs is seeking an undergraduate or graduate student to work a paid internship in their office this summer, continuing through the following school year and summer.
The Public Affairs Student Career Experience Program provides students currently enrolled in a wide variety of different types of educational
institutions with paid opportunities to work in agencies and explore Federal careers while still in school. Students gain exposure to public service while enhancing their educational goals and shaping their career choices. At successful conclusion of the program, students may be eligible for non-competitive conversion to a Federal career or career conditional position.
Eligibility: Current students in an accredited high school, college (including 4-year colleges/universities, community colleges, and junior colleges); professional, vocational, and trade school; advanced degree programs; or other qualifying educational institution pursuing a qualifying degree or certificate. Student Career Experience Program positions do not have to be related to the student’s academic career goals or field of study.
Program Administration: Students may be appointed on a temporary basis for up to one year for an initial period or for an indefinite period, in order to complete the educational requirement. Students may work either part- or full-time. (This is usually full-time during the summer months and part-time during the academic year). Students will sign a Memorandum of Understanding with the Army Public Affairs Career Program Manager setting forth expectations for the internship.
Program Completion and Conversion: Students may be non-competitively converted to a permanent position (or to a term position lasting 1-4 years) within 120 days of successful completion of the program. To be eligible to convert, students must complete a minimum of 640
hours of work, finish their degree or certificate requirements, and have performed their job successfully. Time spent under previous Internship Program appointments may count toward the required 640 work experience hours.
Public Affairs Student Required Competencies: Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills; Detail-oriented; Ability to assist with presentation preparation; Knowledgeable of Community Relations, Outreach and Event Planning & Execution; Ability to assist with Research, Analysis and Assessment; Ability to respond to queries from the general public and the media; Knowledge of Microsoft Office (specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Excel); Flexible, organized and team oriented; Possess strong interpersonal skills
Required Documents: Resume; School enrollment confirmation: A transcript or some other official confirmation of school enrollment must be included with the application. Both official and unofficial transcripts are acceptable as part of the initial application process. First year graduate student must submit a copy of your most recent undergraduate transcript
Submit required documents by email to John Manley.
8. Bob Woodruff Foundation Career Opportunity
The Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF) is seeking a Development Coordinator to manage the Foundation’s donor development by maintaining current relationships and working to create new ones. The purpose of the position is to provide timely, personalized, strategic communication to donors and to provide donor related administrative support to the Executive Director and Board of Directors.
Job Title: Development Coordinator
Location: New York, NY
Employer: Bob Woodruff Foundation
Industry: Non-Profit
Salary: Negotiable based on experience; benefits package including health insurance and paid time off
Click here for more information and to apply!
Round Up 4/30
Monday, April 30, 2012
CONTENTS
1. SPI Walk for Life 5K (Event, Saturday)
2. Veterans on Wall Street (Event, 6/21)
3. JWT Golf Tournament (Event, 8/8)
4. Tough Mudder (Event, LAST DAY TO REGISTER!)
5. Google Resume Workshop (Development, June)
6. Student Mentorships (Volunteer)
1. Suicide Prevention Initiatives (SPI) Walk for Life 5K
SPI's annual Walk for Life in Riverside Park on May 5th will support their work to fund, develop, and implement groundbreaking suicide prevention projects in the United States and worldwide. This year's Walk will help fund projects preventing suicide among veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars among others.
The 5K walk winds through Riverside Park's gardens on the shores of the Hudson River. A light breakfast and conversation precedes the walk at the Boat Basin Café, a few blocks south of the starting point for the walk. Please join us to show your support for SPI's unique, high-impact projects to prevent suicide. Updates to the event schedule and timeline will be made on the Facebook event page.
The Walk is free to join and non-vets are welcome to participate. Please consider joining or donating to Team Milvets if you are able!
Register to walk here!
Donate here!
2. Veterans on Wall Street Conference
The Conference aims to convene Wall Street firms, industry participants, transitioning service members, recent veterans and their families, military and government leaders, military support organizations, and others who have a shared interest in veterans employment opportunities. The conference seeks to raise the profile of veterans on Wall Street and highlight the financial services industry as a veteran-friendly employer. See their website and register here!
Date: Thursday, June 21, 2012.
Location: The 60 Wall Street Atrium and Cipriani
JWT, the largest advertising firm in North America, is putting together a golf tournament in August to raise money for the troops/veterans served by the Monmouth Mental Health Association in Monmouth County, NJ. They are looking for 4 members (active duty or vets) from each service branch to play for free on August 8th at Sun Eagles Golf Course in Ft. Monmouth NJ. They are looking specifically for post-9/11 vets in their 20s, but any vet may apply. Applicants do not need to be experienced golfers; all skill levels are welcomed.
Note, the event is free, but players will have to provide their own transportation to and from the course.
Apply here.
4. Tough Mudder
Are you tough enough? Check out the video and find out!
In order to help foster a greater understanding and sense of community on campus, 25 Milvets have been challenged to partner with 25 non-veteran Columbia students for the race.
The Deal:
- Teams must register through Milvets before May 1st (no exceptions).
- Teams must submit a short bio (1 paragraph each) to TM Registration explaining why you are "tough mudder" type of person.
- If you would like to participate with a randomly selected partner from the Columbia community, please send your bio to TM Registration* and include that in subject line.
5. Google Resume Workshop (hosted by Student Veterans of America)
This event is tentative, dependent upon the number of interested candidates! You must complete this short survey to express your interest! Please only do so if you are able to attend the event!
Each workshop is tentatively scheduled for the week of June 8-15 for 10-20 student veterans. It will be a half day event and includes a lunch paid for by Google. More details will be provided if there is enough interest to host a workshop.
Remember your first days at CU and how beneficial it would have been to have a fellow Milvets to guide you? This fall you will have the opportunity to mentor an incoming student veteran. Show him/her which classes to take, where to hang out, and what it means to be a part of our great community of veterans.
You will be the first point of contact the incoming Milvet will have at GS. Often times this will occur even before they arrive at orientation. You will have the unique opportunity to share their experiences and advise them as they transition into Columbia life.
Click here to register as a mentor.
Round Up 4/23
Monday, April 23, 2012
CONTENTS
1. Final Milvets Meeting of the Semester (Event, Thursday)
2. SPI Walk for Life 5K (Event, 5/5)
3. JWT Golf Tournament (Event, 8/8)
4. Tough Mudder (Event, 10/20)
5. Barclays (Internship, Summer)
6. Google Resume Workshop (Development, June)
7. Student Mentorships (Volunteer)
1. Final Milvets Meeting of the Semester
This Thursday we invite all Columbia Milvets and their guests to our final meeting of the semester! Food, drinks, and commeraderie to be had by all at Haakon's Hall (119th and Amsterdam Ave). We will also be presenting awards to the groups and individuals who have supported us throughout the last academic year. Please come out and show your thanks!
Thursday, April 26th, 8pm sharp!
2. Suicide Prevention Initiatives (SPI) Walk for Life 5K
SPI's annual Walk for Life in Riverside Park on May 5th will support their work to fund, develop, and implement groundbreaking suicide prevention projects in the United States and worldwide. This year's Walk will help fund projects preventing suicide among veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars among others.
The 5K walk winds through Riverside Park's gardens on the shores of the Hudson River. A light breakfast and conversation precedes the walk at the Boat Basin Café, a few blocks south of the starting point for the walk. Please join us to show your support for SPI's unique, high-impact projects to prevent suicide. Updates to the event schedule and timeline will be made on the Facebook event page.
The Walk is free to join and non-vets are welcome to participate. Please consider joining or donating to Team Milvets if you are able!
Register to walk here!
Donate here!
JWT, the largest advertising firm in North America, is putting together a golf tournament in August to raise money for the troops/veterans served by the Monmouth Mental Health Association in Monmouth County, NJ. They are looking for 4 members (active duty or vets) from each service branch to play for free on August 8th at Sun Eagles Golf Course in Ft. Monmouth NJ. They are looking specifically for post-9/11 vets in their 20s, but any vet may apply. Applicants do not need to be experienced golfers; all skill levels are welcomed.
Note, the event is free, but players will have to provide their own transportation to and from the course.
Apply here.
4. Tough Mudder
Are you tough enough? Check out the video and find out!
In order to help foster a greater understanding and sense of community on campus, 25 Milvets have been challenged to partner with 25 non-veteran Columbia students for the race.
The Deal:
- Teams must register through Milvets before May 1st (no exceptions).
- Teams must submit a short bio (1 paragraph each) to TM Registration explaining why you are "tough mudder" type of person.
- If you would like to participate with a randomly selected partner from the Columbia community, please send your bio to TM Registration* and include that in subject line.
5. Barclays: The Wealth and Investment Management Internship
Still need a summer internship? Barclays has specifically reached out to the Columbia Milvets to apply to their paid summer internship in the Wealth and Investment Management Division. This relatively new department within Barclays offers a wonderful opportunity for veterans to get hands on experience in finance. They are seeking self-motivated and entrepreneurial minded individuals for these positions. Below are the links to their website and application page. Please enter the reference number 48371 to apply.
Note, you may have trouble entering the number and accessing the page with an Apple computer, but it will definitely work with Windows software and/or Google Chrome.
Apply with reference number here.
6. Google Resume Workshop (hosted by Student Veterans of America)
This event is tentative, dependent upon the number of interested candidates! You must complete this short survey to express your interest! Please only do so if you are able to attend the event!
Each workshop is tentatively scheduled for the week of June 8-15 for 10-20 student veterans. It will be a half day event and includes a lunch paid for by Google. More details will be provided if there is enough interest to host a workshop.
Remember your first days at CU and how beneficial it would have been to have a fellow Milvets to guide you? This fall you will have the opportunity to mentor an incoming student veteran. Show him/her which classes to take, where to hang out, and what it means to be a part of our great community of veterans.
You will be the first point of contact the incoming Milvet will have at GS. Often times this will occur even before they arrive at orientation. You will have the unique opportunity to share their experiences and advise them as they transition into Columbia life.
Click here to register as a mentor.
Final Milvets Meeting of the Semester
Final Milvets Meeting of the Semester
Thursday of next week (April 26th, 2012), we invite all Columbia Milvets and their guests to our final meeting of the semester!
Food, drinks, and commeraderie to be had by all at Haakon's Hall (119th and Amsterdam Ave) at 8:00PM.
We will also be presenting awards to the groups and individuals who have supported us throughout the last academic year.
Please come out and show your thanks!
Information regarding the event can be found here on Facebook.
April 22, 2012
