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    <Title>Writing Advising Sessions are Open</Title>
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          <div class="html-content"><h3>Attention Graduate Students!</h3><div><br></div><div>OGSL offers free writing advising for graduate students!</div><div><br></div><div>Our Writing Advisor is available to support you in your academic writing skills. Whether you need assistance with improving your resume, structuring your papers, or clarifying your ideas, we're here to help!</div><div><br></div><div><strong>Writing Advisor Hours -</strong></div><div><strong><br></strong></div><div><em>Days and Times:</em></div><div><ul><li>Monday = 1:00pm to 7:00pm</li><li>Tuesday = 10:00am to 4:00pm</li><li>Wednesday = 1:00pm to 5:00pm</li><li>Thursday = 1:00pm to 5:00pm</li></ul><div><br></div></div><div><em>Location: </em>Office of Graduate Student Life (The Commons, Room 308), UMBC</div><div><br></div><div><strong>Appointments - </strong></div><div>To schedule an appointment, please visit this link: <a href="https://gsa.umbc.edu/writing-advisor/" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">https://gsa.umbc.edu/writing-advisor/</a></div><div><br></div></div>
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    <Summary>Attention Graduate Students!     OGSL offers free writing advising for graduate students!     Our Writing Advisor is available to support you in your academic writing skills. Whether you need...</Summary>
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  <Title>GSA Committee Members Needed</Title>
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    <div class="html-content"><div>Hello Graduate Students! We are excited to announce that we have <strong>NEW OPPORTUNITIES</strong> to further your membership in the Graduate Student Association! Below, you'll find details about some amazing committees we have to offer. We can't wait to see how your skills and past experiences can be put on display here with the GSA!</div><div><strong><br></strong></div><h3><strong>Graduate Experience, Achievement, and Research Symposium (GEARS) Committee</strong></h3><div>GEARS is dedicated to offering a platform where students can highlight their creative work, share research achievements, and connect with peers. From Trivia Night and Game Night to 3MT, you may recognize these events as part of our vibrant calendar. Now, you have the opportunity to join the GEARS team and contribute to organizing this year's standout events. Seats are limited—don't miss out!</div><div><br></div><div><em>Number of members:</em> 2 - 3 </div><div><em>Expected Stipend: </em>$600 - $900 per semester (depends on number of members)</div><div><em>Time commitment: </em>Events attendance plus 2 - 3 hours per week</div><div><br></div><p><strong>Fill out the form here to apply:</strong></p><p> <a href="https://forms.gle/7pH38HsawMbqtE3y6">https://forms.gle/7pH38HsawMbqtE3y6</a></p><p><br></p><h3>Equity of Funds (EoF) Committee</h3><p>The Equity of Funds committee oversees and makes budget recommendations for the GSA. The committee has produced numerous recommendations so far!</p><p>1. Review of Stipends for Senators, GSA E-Council, and GRP Members</p><p>2. Criteria for Senator Evaluations </p><p>We are seeking enthusiastic members, preferably from CAHSS and CNMS, to join our team. Don't miss this opportunity to contribute to our vibrant community and gain valuable experience! Be a part of something great - <strong>Apply TODAY!! </strong></p><p><em>Number of members:</em> 2 - 3 </p><p><em>Expected Stipend: </em>$600 - $900 per semester (depends on number of members)</p><p><em>Time commitment: </em>Events attendance plus 2 - 3 hours per week</p><p><strong>To apply, please email your resume and details about your previous experiences to: </strong>Mrunal V. Jadhav: <a href="mailto:mrunalj1@umbc.edu">mrunalj1@umbc.edu</a> </p><p><br></p><h3>The Graduate Student Success Committee (GSSC)</h3><p>The Graduate Student Success Committee (GSSC) is on the lookout for dedicated members who are passionate about promoting holistic well-being for graduate students. Our mission is to act as resources and advocates for anything related to academics, mental and physical well-being. The GSSC emphasizes the interconnectedness of these aspects as crucial to graduate student success.  Our committee plays a vital role in facilitating events and disseminating information about resources available on campus. Here’s a glimpse of what we do:</p><p>- Serve as liaisons to graduate student resources.</p><p>- Organize the Graduate Student Fest every Fall.</p><p>- Host headshot events for graduate students.</p><p>- Build partnerships with campus entities like the AOK Library, PROMISE, and more.</p><p>If you’re passionate about enhancing the graduate student experience and would like to contribute, encourage you to apply! This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience while making a difference.</p><p><em>Number of members:</em> 2</p><p><em>Expected Stipend: </em>$700 per semester</p><p><em>Looking for representation:</em> CAHSS, CNMS</p><p><em>Time commitment:</em> Events attendance plus 2 - 3 hours per week</p><p><strong>To apply, please email your resume and details about your previous experiences to:</strong> Lokesh Gupta Mamidi, <a href="mailto:vv11739@umbc.edu">vv11739@umbc.edu</a></p><p><br></p><h3>Legislative Concerns Committee (LCC)</h3><p>The Legislative Concerns Committee is dedicated to representing the interests of graduate students by addressing important issues and advocating for meaningful changes at UMBC and beyond. We focus on ensuring student concerns are heard, understood, and acted upon, working to create a better experience for everyone. by joining our committee, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to discussions that shape campus policies, improve student life, and foster a more inclusive community. </p><p><em>Number of members: </em>1</p><p><em>Expected Stipend: </em>$550 per semester</p><p><em>Looking for representation</em>: CAHSS</p><p><strong>To apply, please email your resume and details about your previous experiences to:</strong> Yash Soni, at <a href="mailto:ysoni@umbc.edu">ysoni@umbc.edu</a></p></div>
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  <Summary>Hello Graduate Students! We are excited to announce that we have NEW OPPORTUNITIES to further your membership in the Graduate Student Association! Below, you'll find details about some amazing...</Summary>
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  <Title>Alzheimer's Disease &amp; Dementia Care Webinar</Title>
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    <div class="html-content"><h3>Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Webinar from Care.com</h3><div><br></div><div>In recognition of World Alzheimer's Month, this session will cover the signs, symptoms and stages of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, day-to-day caregiving techniques, how to communicate with a person with Alzheimer's, financial assistance and insurance and resources for caregivers. It will also cover brain health and what are the possible ways to prevent dementia and improve cognitive performance.</div><div><br></div><div><strong>Date:</strong> September 18th</div><div><strong>Time: </strong>1:00 pm EST</div><div><br></div><h3><span>PRESENTER: Sherri Snelling</span></h3><div><br></div><div><em>By registering for this webinar, you will recveive a follow up communication with the playback link of the live session. </em></div><h3><br>Register Here!</h3><p> <a href="https://caredotcom.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_tgTqlSqsRUu_zGFuN07Ttw#/registration?utm_source=Client&amp;utm_medium=M-EMA&amp;utm_campaign=CFB_US_C-EMA_COM_P-ITE_BUC_V-CUS_UTL_BOF_T-CAL_L-ENG_21___SeptNewsletter" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">https://caredotcom.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_tgTqlSqsRUu_zGFuN07Ttw#/registration?utm_source=Client&amp;utm_medium=M-EMA&amp;utm_campaign=CFB_US_C-EMA_COM_P-ITE_BUC_V-CUS_UTL_BOF_T-CAL_L-ENG_21___SeptNewsletter</a></p></div>
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  <Title>Professional Development Webinar Series</Title>
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    <div class="html-content"><h3>Corporate Gerontology: Exploring Gerontologist’s Impact in Business</h3><div><em><br></em></div><div><strong>Date: </strong>Tuesday October 1st</div><div><strong>Time: </strong>1:00pm EST</div><div><em><br></em></div><div><em>Gerontologists are catalysts for business success in an aging world. Let’s explore their impact together!</em></div><div><br></div><div><div>As the population ages, businesses find themselves at a crossroads—facing both unprecedented opportunities and unique challenges. Innovative solutions are required to meet the needs and preferences of all our customers. At The Hartford and Wells Fargo Advisors, we have tapped into the expertise of gerontologists to grow our market and create products and services. To meet our needs as we all age, industries across America need to realize the value gerontologists bring. During this presentation we will:</div></div><div><ul><li>Discuss how our companies utilize gerontologists in their strategies and product development</li><li>Explore two case studies where our skill sets empowered our business to achieve in the market</li><li>Analyze job offerings to identify opportunities for employment in for-profit industries</li></ul><div><div><strong><u>Panel</u></strong></div><div><ul><li>Christi Vrban, Corporate Gerontologist, The Hartford</li><li>Rodnee Warr, MA, Executive Director – Elder Client Initiatives, Wells Fargo Advisors</li><li>Sarah Whitmarsh, MA, Vice President of Member Engagement, LeadingAge Washington (Moderator)</li></ul><h3>Register Here! </h3></div></div></div><div><a href="https://www.geron.org/News-Events/Event-Info/sessionaltcd/CORPGERONOCT1">https://www.geron.org/News-Events/Event-Info/sessionaltcd/CORPGERONOCT1</a></div><div><br></div><div><div><em>This webinar is free, but space is limited. Pre-registration is required through the registration link provided. Please contact ESPO at <a href="mailto:espo@geron.org">espo@geron.org</a> for any questions or further information. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing additional information about joining the webinar.</em></div></div><div><br></div><div><h3>Speaker Bios</h3><div><strong><br></strong></div><div><strong>Christi Vrban, Corporate Gerontologist</strong></div><div>Christi Vrban leads The Hartford Center for Mature Market Excellence’s industry-leading mature market education programs. She is responsible for the development, delivery, and measurement of the Center’s core curriculum, utilizing multiple formats and platforms to achieve optimal learning outcomes. Christi brings her 18 years of instructional design experience and is highly skilled in producing media-rich, interactive gerontology learning courses. Christi also founded and leads The Hartford’s Working Caregivers of Older Adults community, established out of her experience of caring for her parents; this group supports employees who are providing care at various stages while working. Christi is completing her M.A. in Gerontology at USC’s Leonard Davis School of Gerontology and recently spoke at American Society of Aging’s On Aging 2024 Conference.</div></div><div><br></div><div><strong>Rodnée Warr, Gerontologist and Executive Director</strong></div><div><div>Rodnée Warr leads the Elder Client Initiatives area within Wells Fargo’s Wealth &amp; Investment Management (WIM). Rodnée brings over 20 years of experience leading teams in legal, risk and compliance to help mitigate risks of fraud and scams among older adults. She has a master’s degree in Gerontology, providing her with unique knowledge of the psychological, sociological, and financial aspects of aging. </div><div>Currently Rodnée leads a team who provides guidance on elder and vulnerable financial exploitation and diminished capacity to Wells Fargo Advisors and Wealth Investment Management relationship managers. Her aim is to equip all Wells Fargo employees in the various business lines with the knowledge and skills to serve mature customers more effectively. Each year through her innovative curriculum, thousands of Wells Fargo employees participate in training and other programs that equip them with the knowledge and skills to serve mature customers more effectively, while enhancing employee satisfaction. </div><div>Rodnée believes that older adults are not necessarily more gullible than younger individuals, it is just that they can be retired and have more time on their hands, so they are able to entertain a conversation with scam artists. Her work includes developing and conducting specialized training tools such videos, pamphlets, brochures to directly educate consumers on elder financial exploitation and scams and how they can protect themselves.</div><div>Rodnée has presented at national events: US Treasures Conference, National Indian Council on Aging Elders Conference, North American Securities Administrators Association, Upper Midwest ACH Association and American Society on Aging.</div></div><div>In the broader community, Rodnée is a consultant and member for such organizations: </div><div><div><ul><li>Coalition for Justice for Elder &amp; Disabled Adults of Missouri.</li><li>Saint Louis City Multi-Disciplinary Team for Elder Abuse.</li><li>California A Team.</li><li>National Adult Protective Services Scam Forum.</li><li>FINRA Senior Investor Roundtable.</li><li>SIFMA Senior Investor Protection Forum.</li><li>Saint Louis Area Agency on Aging.</li></ul></div></div><div><em>This webinar is organized by GSA’s Emerging Scholars and Professional Organization (ESPO).</em></div></div>
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  <Title>Free COVID-19 Tests</Title>
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    <div class="html-content"><h3>Free COVID-19 Tests</h3><div><br></div><div>There is an expected upcoming surge in COVID-19 this winter; In preparation, there will be a new round of free delivery for COVID-19.</div><div><br></div><div>Each household will be able to order <em>four</em> tests from the government <strong>for free. </strong></div><div><strong><br></strong></div><div>You may order the tests from <strong>COVIDTests.gov </strong>in late September. The Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response has not shared a specific date yet, but they are expected to do so in the coming weeks. </div><div><br></div><div>Please take a COVID-19 test if you have been experiencing symptoms such as sore throat, cough, congestion, fever, fatigue, etc., but you may need to repeat the test a few times over multiple days for the most accurate results. </div><div><br></div><h5>You can read the associated article here: <a href="https://www.today.com/health/coronavirus/how-to-get-free-covid-tests-2024-rcna167967" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">https://www.today.com/health/coronavirus/how-to-get-free-covid-tests-2024-rcna167967</a></h5></div>
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Travel in this case, is considered time spent away from the office, in the community, to fulfill the job goals. </li><li>While most such travel is same day, occasional overnight travel or air travel may be required. Must have valid driver’s license, access to reliable vehicle, good driving record and proof of automobile insurance</li><li>Ability and willingness to work evenings and weekends as required for the job</li><li>Ability to bend, stoop, lift and transport up to 25 lbs of materials</li><li>Strong computer skills, proficient with Microsoft Office products and social media; experience with, or ability to rapidly learn, Luminate/Convio software</li></ul></div></div><div><br></div><div><div><strong>Who We Are:</strong></div><div><br></div><div>The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Our mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia- by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.</div><div><br></div><div>The Alzheimer’s Association announced a landmark $100 million investment in research for 2023. This unparalleled commitment is illustrative of the momentum we are building in dementia research - our investments today will lead to breakthroughs tomorrow.</div><div><br></div><div>At the Alzheimer’s Association, our employees are at the core of all we do. Our network of more than 1,900 employees across the United States makes a difference each and every day for those impacted by Alzheimer’s and those at risk for the disease.</div><div><br></div><div>We warmly invite qualified applicants to consider this opportunity to make a life-changing impact on the millions living with Alzheimer’s, their caregivers and those that may develop the disease in the future. Read on to learn more about the role, then visit our website <a href="http://www.alz.org/jobs">www.alz.org/jobs</a> to explore who we are and why we've been recognized as a Best Place to Work for the last twelve years in a row.</div><div><br></div><div>At the Alzheimer's Association®, we believe that diverse perspectives are critical to achieving health equity - meaning that all communities have a fair and just opportunity for early diagnosis and access to risk reduction and quality care. The Association is committed to engaging underrepresented and underserved communities and responding with resources and education to address the disproportionate impact of Alzheimer’s and dementia.</div><div><br></div><div>The Alzheimer’s Association is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.</div><div><br></div><div>Employees working 24 hours/week or more are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, flex accounts, short and long-term disability, life insurance, long term care insurance, tuition reimbursement, generous Paid Time Off, 12 annual holidays and Paid Family Leave, as well as an annual Cultural &amp; Heritage Day and Volunteer Day of their choosing. They are also eligible for our gold standard 401(k) retirement plan.</div><div><br></div><div>Full time employees (37.5 hours/week), will enjoy all of the above plus an annual School Visitation Day and an Elder Care Facility Day of their choosing.</div></div><div><br></div><div><h3>Application Instructions</h3><div>Please click on the link below to apply for this position. A new window will open and direct you to apply at our corporate careers page. We look forward to hearing from you!</div></div><div><br></div><div>Link: <a href="https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/ALZ1000ALZD/JobBoard/8fe6e004-a2b4-4c6f-b43f-6275765c4462/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=73b119fc-a7f2-44fc-a7c4-debacb8c784b" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/ALZ1000ALZD/JobBoard/8fe6e004-a2b4-4c6f-b43f-6275765c4462/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=73b119fc-a7f2-44fc-a7c4-debacb8c784b</a></div><div><br></div><div><div>Posted: 8/26/2024</div><div>Job Reference #: FUNDR002172</div></div></div>
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    <Title>Open House!</Title>
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