Dear PASSers,
We are less than a month away from Spring Break! Hard to believe, but that awkward week off between Winter and Spring Quarter is almost here.
Not sure what you guys have planned (for me, probably some R&R back home, a little work, and spring cleaning my apartment), but if you guys are planning a trip to Mexico with your friends, you might want to reconsider...
The US State Department has issued a warning for all students planning to go south of the border due to a surge of drug-related violence. Though most of the violence occurs away from popular resort spots like Cancun and Acapulco, there has also been reports of violence in those areas.
By telling you this, I don't mean to sound like your parents, but just giving you guys a heads up. Hope everyone will have a fun AND safe spring break...
-Steven
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Some important last minute reminders...
Hi guys,
There are several things I want to remind you guys about, so I'll get right to it:
Our Week 8 meeting is tomorrow, Wednesday at 6 PM in room SSL 145. Come learn how to make a Personal Statement with help from Kaplan! This is really useful if you're thinking of applying to graduate school in the near future!
Money for Winter Retreat is due TOMORROW during the meeting. We will be going to beautiful San Diego this weekend, so don't miss out! If you still want to go it's not too late! Bring a $20 deposit to the meeting tomorrow and you're good to go!
PASS Honor Society Apps are also due TOMORROW during the meeting. Being a part of Honor Society gives you many benefits, including:
Well, that's all, hope to see you guys tomorrow!
-Steven
There are several things I want to remind you guys about, so I'll get right to it:
Our Week 8 meeting is tomorrow, Wednesday at 6 PM in room SSL 145. Come learn how to make a Personal Statement with help from Kaplan! This is really useful if you're thinking of applying to graduate school in the near future!
Money for Winter Retreat is due TOMORROW during the meeting. We will be going to beautiful San Diego this weekend, so don't miss out! If you still want to go it's not too late! Bring a $20 deposit to the meeting tomorrow and you're good to go!
PASS Honor Society Apps are also due TOMORROW during the meeting. Being a part of Honor Society gives you many benefits, including:
- The opprotunity to list PASS Honor Society on your resumes
- Recognition at our End of the Year ceremony and the opportunity to win the annual PASS scholarship
- A special honors stole upon graduation
Well, that's all, hope to see you guys tomorrow!
-Steven
Monday, February 23, 2009
The 776th time's the charm...
How far would you go to pursue your life's goal? I found this story on Yahoo News of a South Korean woman who has failed her driver's test 775 times. Despite all the setbacks, she's just as ready to take the test again as she was on day one.
This story raises a few questions (Why doesn't she just save the money she spends on applications to take a driving class?!), but there is something to be said about the perseverance this woman displays in order to fulfill her life's passion. It definitely makes you think about how much of a price would you pay to do what you want in life (apparently for this woman it is $6,000 and counting).
-Steven
This story raises a few questions (Why doesn't she just save the money she spends on applications to take a driving class?!), but there is something to be said about the perseverance this woman displays in order to fulfill her life's passion. It definitely makes you think about how much of a price would you pay to do what you want in life (apparently for this woman it is $6,000 and counting).
-Steven
Thursday, February 19, 2009
10 Jobs Where Employers are Looking for You :]
Hey Passers,
I found this article off of Yahoo! that tells you what jobs are in demand now and soon.
- Juvy
I found this article off of Yahoo! that tells you what jobs are in demand now and soon.
Wanted: You! 10 Jobs Where Employers Come Looking For You
:]- Juvy
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
new webreg & spring enrollment window
Hey Fellow Passers,
UCI webmasters decided to update webreg. It finally has colors! Wheeee~! Your Spring '09 enrollment window is up, so go check it out! [webreg]
Also, don't forget to plan your schedules so you won't miss out on classes you need during your enrollment period! [Schedule of Classes]
If you need any help or advice for signing up classes, let one of us counselors know and we can help you. :]
It's 7th week already?! The weeks are just flying by quickly. G'luck on midterms and hope they are going well!
<3 Juvy
UCI webmasters decided to update webreg. It finally has colors! Wheeee~! Your Spring '09 enrollment window is up, so go check it out! [webreg]
Also, don't forget to plan your schedules so you won't miss out on classes you need during your enrollment period! [Schedule of Classes]
If you need any help or advice for signing up classes, let one of us counselors know and we can help you. :]
It's 7th week already?! The weeks are just flying by quickly. G'luck on midterms and hope they are going well!
<3 Juvy
Sunday, February 15, 2009
Are hugs the new handshakes?
Hey guys, hope you're having a great weekend. Just wanted to share this Time Magazine article that asks whether hugs are becoming more common and even starting to replace the traditional handshake as acceptable office protocol.
Having worked in an office environment, I can say from experience that getting a hug from a co-worker you're not very well acquainted can make a pretty awkward moment so that's where I draw the line. Otherwise, I'm fine with this new wave of hugging. What do you guys think?
-Steven
Having worked in an office environment, I can say from experience that getting a hug from a co-worker you're not very well acquainted can make a pretty awkward moment so that's where I draw the line. Otherwise, I'm fine with this new wave of hugging. What do you guys think?
-Steven
Thursday, February 12, 2009
10 part time jobs that really pay!
Good evening everyone,
I know a lot of you out there are looking for part time jobs to get some much needed $$$ in school. Well, I found an article on Yahoo! that highlights what are some of the best part jobs in terms of salary and benefits (yes, you CAN get benefits as a part-time worker!).
Many of the types of jobs listed can be found easily on campus! Want to be a barista? Ask Starbucks if they're hiring! Do you yearn to share your knowledge with students who need help? Apply to be a LARC tutor! Have you always wanted to be a cashier (what a dream!)? Check with the bookstore (they hire towards the end of the quarter, around weeks 7-8. I would know, I work there!).
And even if you don't want to work on campus, there are plenty of outside businesses that may be hiring! Just keep asking around for applications...even if they tell you "We're not hiring" (something you will hear often...even in good times), just be persistant!
-Steven
I know a lot of you out there are looking for part time jobs to get some much needed $$$ in school. Well, I found an article on Yahoo! that highlights what are some of the best part jobs in terms of salary and benefits (yes, you CAN get benefits as a part-time worker!).
Many of the types of jobs listed can be found easily on campus! Want to be a barista? Ask Starbucks if they're hiring! Do you yearn to share your knowledge with students who need help? Apply to be a LARC tutor! Have you always wanted to be a cashier (what a dream!)? Check with the bookstore (they hire towards the end of the quarter, around weeks 7-8. I would know, I work there!).
And even if you don't want to work on campus, there are plenty of outside businesses that may be hiring! Just keep asking around for applications...even if they tell you "We're not hiring" (something you will hear often...even in good times), just be persistant!
-Steven
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Recession? What's that?
Are you completely lost when it comes to all of the news we constantly hear about the economy? Do you wonder how exactly we got into this recession? Do you not know what the heck a recession IS?
Well, don't be intimidated by all of this information because we at PASS are here to help. At tomorrow's meeting, we explain everything in the simplest way possible! How did we get in this mess and what does it mean for ordinary folks like you and me? Join us for a very informative AND interactive meeting that will give you a better understanding about our current economic climate!
As always, our meetings are Wednesdays at 6 PM in room SSL 145. Our after event this week is Pick-Up-Stix! Get your free cream cheese wontons with your PASS membership card. I also heard there's a $4.99 combo special going on right now, so even MORE reason to come out to eat with us tomorrow!
Hope to see you guys there!
-Steven
Well, don't be intimidated by all of this information because we at PASS are here to help. At tomorrow's meeting, we explain everything in the simplest way possible! How did we get in this mess and what does it mean for ordinary folks like you and me? Join us for a very informative AND interactive meeting that will give you a better understanding about our current economic climate!
As always, our meetings are Wednesdays at 6 PM in room SSL 145. Our after event this week is Pick-Up-Stix! Get your free cream cheese wontons with your PASS membership card. I also heard there's a $4.99 combo special going on right now, so even MORE reason to come out to eat with us tomorrow!
Hope to see you guys there!
-Steven
Sunday, February 8, 2009
Business Minor Application Deadline is This Friday
Hey Passers,
Any of you interested in applying for the accounting or management minors? Just giving you a heads up that the deadline for applying for one of these minors is this Friday, February 13, 2009 at 5:00 PM.
Here's the link to the apps:
Management or Accounting
To take a break from midterms, enjoy this video about a kid's recent trip to the dentist.
[David After Denist]. Poor kid... haha.
Enjoy and good luck with your midterms, everyone! :]
Juvy
Any of you interested in applying for the accounting or management minors? Just giving you a heads up that the deadline for applying for one of these minors is this Friday, February 13, 2009 at 5:00 PM.
Here's the link to the apps:
Management or Accounting
To take a break from midterms, enjoy this video about a kid's recent trip to the dentist.
[David After Denist]. Poor kid... haha.
Enjoy and good luck with your midterms, everyone! :]
Juvy
RESEARCH RESEARCH RESEARCH
Hey everyone,
For those of you interested in research over the summer, here are two opportunities that a friend of mine sent me.
*AGEP Summer Research Program (at UCI)
Deadline: *Feb. 27thProgram Summary Link (for more info aboutprogram)<http://www.grad.uci.edu/diversity/agep_srp.htm>
*Letters Should be addressed to:
* Mariana Garcia, AGEP Coordinator
University of California, Irvine120 Aldrich HallGraduate Division
Irvine, CA 92697-3180
*Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) at UCI**
Deadline: *Feb. 27thProgram Sumary Link (for more info aboutprogram)<http://www.grad.uci.edu/diversity/surf.htm>
*Letter should be addressed to:
*Daniel Fabrega, Coordinator of Outreach, Recruitment and Retention
University of California, Irvine120 Aldrich HallGraduate Division
Irvine, CA 92697-3180
Have a good week,
Khrystyn
For those of you interested in research over the summer, here are two opportunities that a friend of mine sent me.
*AGEP Summer Research Program (at UCI)
Deadline: *Feb. 27thProgram Summary Link (for more info aboutprogram)<http://www.grad.uci.edu/diversity/agep_srp.htm>
*Letters Should be addressed to:
* Mariana Garcia, AGEP Coordinator
University of California, Irvine120 Aldrich HallGraduate Division
Irvine, CA 92697-3180
*Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) at UCI**
Deadline: *Feb. 27thProgram Sumary Link (for more info aboutprogram)<http://www.grad.uci.edu/diversity/surf.htm>
*Letter should be addressed to:
*Daniel Fabrega, Coordinator of Outreach, Recruitment and Retention
University of California, Irvine120 Aldrich HallGraduate Division
Irvine, CA 92697-3180
Have a good week,
Khrystyn
Spring 09 schedule of classes now online!
The schedule of classes for the last quarter of the year is now online! As always, you can find all the info on WebSoc. If you guys have any questions about what classes you can or should take, we are here to help! Don't be afraid to contact your counselors or you can send an email to pass.counseling@gmail.com. Have a good week!
-Steven
-Steven
Friday, February 6, 2009
Do you get pulled over a lot while driving? Maybe it's your car's fault...
Hey PASSers, hope you made it through midterms unscathed, and if you still have some coming up (like me), best of luck to you on those!
Anyway, for all the drivers out there, have you ever been pulled over by a cop on the road for what you think is no good reason? Well, maybe your driving isn't to blame...maybe it's your car! US News just came out with a study that identifies the Top 10 Most and Least Ticketed Cars in the US.
From the looks of it, if your vehicle is 1. imposing (Hummer H2), 2. a brand aimed at young drivers (Scions), or 3. a luxury performance brand (Mercedes AMG, Audi A4) then you might want to be a little more cautious around cops.
Of course, there's no real proof of causation to any of this, but I think the list is interesting enough to take a look at anyway. Either way, drive safely!
-Steven
Anyway, for all the drivers out there, have you ever been pulled over by a cop on the road for what you think is no good reason? Well, maybe your driving isn't to blame...maybe it's your car! US News just came out with a study that identifies the Top 10 Most and Least Ticketed Cars in the US.
From the looks of it, if your vehicle is 1. imposing (Hummer H2), 2. a brand aimed at young drivers (Scions), or 3. a luxury performance brand (Mercedes AMG, Audi A4) then you might want to be a little more cautious around cops.
Of course, there's no real proof of causation to any of this, but I think the list is interesting enough to take a look at anyway. Either way, drive safely!
-Steven
The All Nighter
So funny thing...I was pulling an all-nighter and procrastinating on Facebook when I came across this post. I thought it was interesting and could be quite helpful. I know that the peer counselors touched on this at the last meeting, but a little extra information couldn't hurt...
It's an article on WikiHow about "How to Pull an All Nighter".
http://www.wikihow.com/Pull-an-All-Nighter
Happy studying!
-Dennis
It's an article on WikiHow about "How to Pull an All Nighter".
http://www.wikihow.com/Pull-an-All-Nighter
Happy studying!
-Dennis
Monday, February 2, 2009
Social Science Majors: Deadline to apply for Spring 2009 graduation is FEBRUARY 6TH!
Seniors,
Just wanted to give you guys a handy PSA in case you haven't done this yet. For Social Science majors, the deadline to apply for graduation in Spring 2009 is THIS FRIDAY, February 6th!
You can apply for graduation using Student Access.
Personally, I feel that this information has not been very well communicated to students which is why I feel compelled to remind you guys about this. Plus, according to the application, NO EXCEPTIONS will be given to students who submit their applications late...sounds pretty serious, so GO APPLY NOW!
If you're not in the School of Social Science, then it's best that you check with your respective school in order to see what your deadline is.
And if you're not a senior, consider yourself very lucky because you'll be here at UCI again next year!
:(
-Steven
Just wanted to give you guys a handy PSA in case you haven't done this yet. For Social Science majors, the deadline to apply for graduation in Spring 2009 is THIS FRIDAY, February 6th!
You can apply for graduation using Student Access.
Personally, I feel that this information has not been very well communicated to students which is why I feel compelled to remind you guys about this. Plus, according to the application, NO EXCEPTIONS will be given to students who submit their applications late...sounds pretty serious, so GO APPLY NOW!
If you're not in the School of Social Science, then it's best that you check with your respective school in order to see what your deadline is.
And if you're not a senior, consider yourself very lucky because you'll be here at UCI again next year!
:(
-Steven
Sunday, February 1, 2009
Mind your (workplace) manners!
Hey PASSers,
Happy February (already?!?!!!?!?!)! I hope your midterm studying is going well!
I meant to share the following info with you guys a few weeks ago, but I completely forgot, so here it is now:
According to this news article, a recent study found that Americans were among the most sensitive among different cultures when it came to workplace etiquette.
The top five most offensive workplace behaviors were:
1. Not saying hello or good morning to co-workers
2. Not offering office guests a beverage
3. Speaking loudly across the room
4. Using swear words
5. Taking call on mobile phones
Not surprisingly, the perception of each of these behaviors differed across each culture, but since Americans are one of the most sensitive nations, it would be very wise to keep these behaviors in mind when you work!
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact your counselors or myself! You can reach me at pass.counseling@gmail.com
Have a good week!
-Steven
Happy February (already?!?!!!?!?!)! I hope your midterm studying is going well!
I meant to share the following info with you guys a few weeks ago, but I completely forgot, so here it is now:
According to this news article, a recent study found that Americans were among the most sensitive among different cultures when it came to workplace etiquette.
The top five most offensive workplace behaviors were:
1. Not saying hello or good morning to co-workers
2. Not offering office guests a beverage
3. Speaking loudly across the room
4. Using swear words
5. Taking call on mobile phones
Not surprisingly, the perception of each of these behaviors differed across each culture, but since Americans are one of the most sensitive nations, it would be very wise to keep these behaviors in mind when you work!
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact your counselors or myself! You can reach me at pass.counseling@gmail.com
Have a good week!
-Steven
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