Reorientation Program
REORIENTATION 2009
Thursday, September 3 & Friday, September 4
1:30 - 5:30 p.m., Sweet Hall
Thursday, September 3
SESSION 1: 1:30-2:20
Bing Stanford in Washington Program
Have you ever dreamed of being a judge? An ambassador? A lobbyist for Google or the Environmental Defense Fund? Get an insider’s view of the political process, engage in small tutorials with policy makers, and experience the unique culture of the nation’s capital. No matter your area of interest, Stanford in Washington offers you the opportunity to experience it first-hand. All majors are encouraged to apply. Workshop attendees will hear from former Stanford in Washington participants about their experience and learn more about the admissions process.
Presenters: Bing Stanford in Washington Peer Leaders and Program Coordinator
Room: 216
You Got In To Stanford, Now Get Out!:
Public Service Opportunities in the Community and Around the World
The Haas Center for Public Service is the place to learn about ways to engage in service with the world outside the "Stanford bubble." Haas Center programs, public service student groups, and non-profit organizations give students like you the opportunity to work toward positive social change through activism, advocacy, direct service, philanthropy, policy/politics, research, and social entrepreneurship.
This session will help you to better understand the wide range of public service issues and opportunities available and how you can tap into Haas Center Resources including advising, leadership programs, summer fellowships, Community Service Work-Study jobs, courses, community programs and even research opportunities.
Presenters: Amanda Crowell Itliong, Student Development and Leadership Programs Director and Nick Hartfield, Student Development and Leadership Programs Coordinator, Haas Center for Public Service
Room: 303
Internship Workshop
Come learn the how-to’s of the internship/summer job search. Discover all the resources and materials available through the Career Development Center to identify and apply for internships/summer jobs. Learn where to go for help with resumes, cover letters and interviews. It's never too early to start thinking about next summer. Some opportunities have deadlines in November!
Presenters: Kathy Campbell, Assistant Director and Kristin Conner, Student Affairs Officer, Career Development Center
Room: 403
SESSION 2: 2:30-3:20
Is Law School For You?
Are you thinking about going to law school? What do law schools look for in an ideal candidate? What can you do during your sophomore year to prepare for law school? We'll discuss the answers to these questions and review the campus resources available to help you apply and prepare for law school. UAR Pre-Law Advisors will lead the workshop.
Presenter: Kathy Wright, Associate Director and Pre-Law Advisor, Undergraduate Advising and Research
Room: 216
Research & Honors
Sophomore year is the perfect time to become part of a research community. Whether you are participating in a faculty member's project or lab or working with a faculty mentor to design your own project, Undergraduate Advising & Research has resources to support your research. Learn which opportunities will work best for you, how to turn an interest or a passion into a rigorous research or creative project, and how to get faculty and financial support for your work. We will talk about the wide range of interests and methods that constitute 'research,' student grants, departmental research opportunities, the Summer Research College, and other Stanford resources. We will also discuss UAR support for presenting your work, including the advantages of turning your research into an honors thesis or capstone project.
Presenter: Hilton Obenzinger, Associate Director for Honors Writing, Program in Writing and Rhetoric and Dandre DeSandies, Student Affairs Officer, Undergraduate Advising and Research
Room: 303
Stanford Alumni Mentoring (SAM)
Are you interested in establishing a mentoring relationship with an alum? SAM is an organization that connects current Stanford students with alumni in one-on-one, long term mentoring relationships. During this session, participants will sign-up, create, profiles, and begin the mentor search process. Our on-line website allows students to search for and request mentors. Past participants say that SAM is a great way to get ready for the real world. Starting early with a mentor can help you make the most of your time at Stanford to prepare you for graduate school, work, and life after Stanford. You are encouraged to bring your laptop as we will have limited computers available.
Presenter: Marlene Scherer Stern, Career Networking Programs Manager, SAM Director.
Room: 403
SESSION 3: 3:30-4:20
Finding a Faculty Mentor
Declaring a major or choosing to participate in a research group involves more than choosing an academic discipline. It also involves forming and sustaining intellectual relationships with faculty and fellow students. This session will provide tips for approaching faculty, exploring departments and programs, working with various members of the Stanford community, and putting it all together to amplify the value of your time at Stanford.
Presenter: Elizabeth Fox, Associate Dean, Undergraduate Advising & Research
Room: 403
SESSION 4: 4:30-5:20
Oh, the Places You'll Go: Learn More About Study Abroad Through the Bing Overseas Studies Program (BOSP) and Stanford at Oxford
A general information session to inform students about the programs BOSP currently offers in Australia, Beijing, Berlin, Florence, Kyoto, Madrid, Moscow, Oxford, Paris, and Santiago. Additionally, internships abroad and the shorter Overseas Seminars will be discussed. We are nearing the application deadline of October 12, 2008 for spring 2008-09 quarter program, so we will also be discussing the application process and what makes a strong application.
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Have you considered participating in Stanford at Oxford? The city of Oxford sits at the meeting place of the Thames and Cherwell Rivers, about sixty miles northwest of London. The 39 colleges that form a core element of Oxford University dominate its lovely city center. Oxford is the oldest English-language university in the world and has been in existence for more than to 8 centuries. Panelists for this session are Oxford students currently in Sophomore College, and a previous Sophomore College student who participated in Stanford in Oxford.
Presenters: Naoko Sakata, External Programs Coordinator & Heidi Schuman, Program and Administrative Associate, Bing Overseas Studies Program and Oxford students participating in Sophomore College, Meaning of Life seminar.
3rd floor
Friday, September 4
SESSION 5: 1:30-2:20
Strong Interest Inventory
The Strong Interest Inventory Assessment is a tool that can help you link your interests to jobs, work settings, and career fields, as well as to educational and volunteer pursuits. Students have found the Strong Inventory helpful in either identifying or confirming their interests and valuable in gaining knowledge about career areas consistent with these interests. The Strong Inventory is taken online ahead of time and you will be given your results at this workshop; the session is open to only those who expressed interest before the session was closed and who have completed the Inventory.
Presenter: Margot Gilliland, Student Affairs Officer, Career Development Center
Room: 303
SESSION 6: 2:30-3:20
Exploring Teaching & Other Opportunities in Education
Do you want to have a career in education? Learn about the various avenues to pursuing a career in teaching or education including: Stanford Teacher Education Program (STEP); Teaching on an emergency credential; Other masters and credentialing programs; Teaching in a private school; Teaching abroad (Peace Corps, Teaching Overseas, English as a second language).
Presenters: Rachel Lotan, Professor, Ira William Lit, Assistant Professor and Kristen Babineau, Student Services Officer, School of Education; Sally Mentzer, Academic Advisor, Undergraduate Advising and Research
Room: 303
Fellowships: Opportunities for Research, Leadership and Graduate and Professional School Funding
Rhodes, Truman, Fulbright, Soros, National Science Foundation - Come hear why you are more likely than you think to be right for these awards. Presenters will talk about the ways that you can use fellowship support (including financial stipends and on- and off-campus resources) to enrich your undergraduate experience and help you to realize your post-graduation goals. This session will outline particulars and differences among various fellowships and the steps you should be taking now to be a competitive applicant. Presenters will discuss opportunities related to leadership, research fellowships, as well as professional and grad school support.
Presenters: Katie Route, Student Affairs Officer, Bechtel International Center, & Abby Nathanson, Fellowships Program Coordinator, Haas Center for Public Service
Room: 403
SESSION 7: 3:30-4:20
Bing Stanford in Washington Program
Have you ever dreamed of being a judge? An ambassador? A lobbyist for Google or the Environmental Defense Fund? Get an insider’s view of the political process, engage in small tutorials with policy makers, and experience the unique culture of the nation’s capital. No matter your area of interest, Stanford in Washington offers you the opportunity to experience it first-hand. All majors are encouraged to apply. Workshop attendees will hear from former Stanford in Washington participants about their experience and learn more about the admissions process.
Presenters: Bing Stanford in Washington Peer Leaders and Program Coordinator
Room: 216
Challenges for Pre-Med Sophomores
This session will focus on common challenges for Pre-Med students in the sophomore year: taking two science classes that are premed requirements; choice of biology vs. human biology; the importance of experiences in the field. Students who are interested in dentistry, public health, physical therapy, or other health professions are also encouraged to attend this workshop. Significant time will be devoted to Q & A. Please send questions in advance of the workshop to earsm@stanford.edu. In the email please identify yourself as a Sophomore Reorientation attendee. Presenter: Ruby Mason, Senior Academic Advisor, Undergraduate Advising & Research
Room: 303
Pre-Business Workshop
The MBA is a broad management tool that can be used in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors. Learn about suggested preparation for and admissions to an MBA program. Guest speakers will be an admissions officer, an alumna, and a current student from Stanford's MBA program.
Presenter: Sally Mentzer, Academic Advisor, Undergraduate Advising & Research and Lizabeth Cutler, Assistant Director, Graduate School of Business Admissions
Room: 403