posted May 22, 2012 8:23 AM by Nicole DiMarzo
JOIN US FOR AYOUTH JOBS FAIRHosted by the Office of U.S. Senator Scott P. BrownTuesday, May 29, 20121:00 pm – 5:00 pm Metro Credit Union
1071 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, MAIf you are a high school or college aged young adult currently looking for a job, a summer internship, simply want to explore other opportunities or make a connection with the state’s employers, come join us! Register below, or contact Senator Brown’s Boston office at 617-565-3170. Registration is NOT required to attend. You will, however, receive updates and more information.
Directions: Public Transportation: Metro Credit Union is accessible by the Orange Line at Ruggle and Red Line at JFK/UMass via the #8 MBTA bus route. Driving: From North of or Downtown Boston take 93 South to exit 18 towards Mass Ave/Andrew Square. Keep right at the fork and merge onto the Mass Ave Connector. Turn Left onto Massachusetts Avenue. Destination is .5 miles on the right. From South of Boston take 93/MA-3 North to exit 16 for Southampton Street. Turn left onto Newmarket Street and continue left on Newmarket Street. Destination is at the end of Newmarket Street at the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue.
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posted May 21, 2012 8:48 AM by Nicole DiMarzo
Register today for the Young Achievers Summer Institute, an innovative summer learning experience for middle school and high school students.
Students eligible are youth who are entering the 8th, 9th and
10th grade who are encouraged to participate in this unique career
exploration program. Youth will be introduced to various careers in the
arts, government and health and get a sneak peek at college life through
field trips, speakers, workshops and activities on the campuses of area
Colleges and Universities.
Through each session, students will gain knowledge that will
help them shape their own career paths and college aspirations. Students
will develop leadership and networking skills through fun, interactive
and hands on activities. Students can participate in one week or two
weeks sessions, choosing one or all to attend.
Please check the link I have provided to obtain cost and registration information.
http://www.ymcaboston.org/achievers/achievers-programs/summer-institute
Please sign up as space as limited by emailing mwendling@ymcaboston.org, or call 617-522-4789
Programs run from 8:30-2:30 p.m. Monday-Friday
All sessions meet at YMCA Achievers, 3134 Washington Street, Boston, MA (Egleston YMCA) Cost is $87.50 for one week and $175 for 2 weeks – Financial aid is available!
Jana McCarthy Director
Opportunity Scholarships & Outreach Programs Northeastern University
228 Curry Student Center 360 Huntington Avenue Boston, MA 02115
E: Jg.mccarthy@neu.edu
Ph: 617.373.7705 Visit us on the Web
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posted Apr 30, 2012 7:33 AM by Nicole DiMarzo
Dorchester Bay Youth Force is a community organizing group that
works to empower youth to fight for social change within their
communities.
Youth Force is currently seeking youth (ages 13-18) who
have a strong interest in community involvement and would like to
participate in the upcoming training session beginning May 1st for the
Youth Leadership Institute (YLI).
The Youth Leadership Institute works
to teach youth about community organizing and how it can help them to
create positive change within their communities. Not only will youth who
take part in the YLI training learn community organizing skills, but
they will also develop leadership, build relationships with their
communities and beyond (networking), and grow both personally and
professionally.
Along with this, YLI participants will have the
opportunity to receive credit hours for community service or earn a $50
stipend.
The YLI is broken down into six, two hour sessions (4pm-6pm) on
Tuesdays and Thursdays over the course of 3 weeks.
Youth Force is
asking for your support in selecting candidates who would be interested
and could positively contribute to the YLI. Above I have attached the
application for the YLI and a YLI flyer for the upcoming training.
Applications are attached
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact:
Ashley McCarter
SERVE Boston Volunteer
Dorchester Bay Youth Force
594 Columbia Rd.
Dorchester, MA 02125
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posted Apr 24, 2012 5:41 AM by Nicole DiMarzo
Learn Arabic this Summer!
The
Arabic Summer Academy is a four week intensive (Monday through
Saturday) Arabic course for 60 high school students from Boston Public
Schools and other schools in the Boston area.
Here are five great reasons why you should apply:
1.
Learning Arabic is special! Boston Latin Academy and Charlestown High
School are among a handful of public schools in Massachusetts that offer
Arabic. There are very few schools in the entire country that teach it
right now!
2.
Arabic will help you get into college! College admissions officers are
always looking for students who are different and stand out. You'll be
one of only a few students in all of America who has studied Arabic.
You'll stand out!
3.
You'll get high school credit! After you graduate from our program, you
will have a full year of high school Arabic. It's a great way to get a
graduation requirement out of the way!
4.
We'll pay you! Every student who graduates from our summer program will
earn a $500 college scholarship. That'll buy a lot of books when you
get to college!
5.
You'll set yourself up for great jobs! Arabic is a "critical need"
language, which means that companies and the government will pay over
$100,000 for your skills. Start your learning now!
Ready to learn? Get details and apply www.arabicsummeracademy.org. |
posted Apr 13, 2012 9:24 AM by Nicole DiMarzo
Google has created the Computer Science Summer Institute (CSSI). Up to 60 aspiring computer scientists will be selected to attend one of the all-expenses-paid CSSI sessions at either Google’s headquarters in Mountain View, California or Google's office in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Our first session will take place from June 24 - July 12, 2012, while the second will take place from July 22 - August 10, 2012.
Google is invested in increasing the enrollment and retention of Computer Science students, particularly those who are historically underrepresented in the field. The study of Computer Science can be challenging and fun, and Google wants to inspire these students – the innovators of the future – to become active participants and leaders in creating technology. Program goals:- To enrich the skills of students early in their CS studies in an effort to increase the pipeline into the CS major and/or boost retention in the major
- To provide a social and professional network for underrepresented populations in technology
- To empower students, giving them the tools, motivation and confidence to continue with CS studies
- To show students daily life at Google and the amazing applications of CS that are taking place
In this program, students will experience a multi-faceted view of Computer Science that reflects its broad range of domain and application areas. They will learn about all aspects of CS, from its impact on our society and culture to the role it plays in our work and personal lives.
The application for CSSI 2012 is now open! Deadline april 20,2012
http://www.google.com/intl/en/jobs/cssi/index.html |
posted Apr 13, 2012 9:23 AM by Nicole DiMarzo
posted Apr 11, 2012 5:52 AM by Nicole DiMarzo
This year the Northeastern University Latino/a Student Cultural Center is implementing a new Summer Leadership Academy. The Leadership Academy will be a two-day event on June 9-10, 2012 geared towards rising high school juniors and seniors that will take place on the Northeastern University campus. Participants will have the opportunity to connect with college students, engage in meaningful discussions, and learn about several important topics such as leadership styles, the importance of civic engagement, and the college admissions process. The application deadline is May 1, 2012.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the program or the application process, please do not hesitate to contact us at lscc@neu.edu or 617-373-5845.
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posted Apr 10, 2012 5:58 AM by Nicole DiMarzo
The
Innovation and Enterprise Leadership Institute, is an organization
recognized for its commitment to empowering high school girls and
college women in the Boston area. Of our various programs, Taking Back
the F-Word Symposium is a response to the lack of women in positions of
leadership from politics to business. We would like to extend a personal
invitation to your students to attend the Taking Back the F-Word
(Feminism) Symposium on April 28th, 2012. The symposium is being
sponsored by the Women's Resource Center at Boston College. The line-up
of speakers includes President and Co-Founder of HerCampus Magazine,
Co-Founder of Sweetly Designs, Blogger for the Huffington Post, Board of
Director of Youth Service America, amongst many many others!
Workshops and Panels
- Start-Up 101- Hear stories from students and professionals who have launched their own companies.
- Speaking at the perfect pitch - Learn your elevator pitch
- Self-care - Partnering with the BC Office of Health Promotion to discuss practical ways to maintain your balance
- From pen to paper - Take your idea to the next level through this workshop designed for you!
- How to raise your hand - Join
the conversation with business leaders as they use their experiences to
respond to COO of Facebook Sheryl Sandberg's TEDTalk- http://www.ted.com/talks/sheryl_sandberg_why_we_have_too_few_women_leaders.html
- Finding your passion - Hear stories from young people and professionals who have channeled their energy towards what they love
- Feminism in 21st Century - What's with the F? Am I a feminist? Who knows? Have an open and real conversation and find out for yourself!
- Who runs the world - It's 2012 and election time, hear from young politicos changing our world right now...find out how to join them!
What you'll get if you attend?
Catered food!
Directly impact the education of a girl in Nigeria through your attendance
An opportunity to NETWORK with leaders from across the city of Boston
Potential Possibility for volunteer hours
AND much more of course!
The
event will take place in Merket and Cushing Halls. As space is limited
at 100, we encourage you to reserve your spot as soon as possible here:
http://takebackthefword.eventbrite.com/
For more information on the symposium or the Innovation and Enterprise Leadership Institute please use the following links:
http://www.thinkandactnow.org/symposium.html
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posted Apr 10, 2012 5:21 AM by Nicole DiMarzo
BOSTON UNIVERSITY is proud to present...
S.E.T. in the City Science, Engineering & Technology
An exciting day of career exploration for high school girls! - Start the day at Boston University
- Participate in hands-on activities at Biogen Idec Community Lab, Wentworth, Emmanuel, Simmons, or Harvard
- End the day with an Omni show at the Museum of Science\
- Pre-registration required
- $10 registration fee covers breakfast, lunch, and bus transportation between venues
WHEN: Saturday, Arpil 28, 2012
Register online at:
Facebook: http://tiny.cc/SETinCityFB
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posted Apr 2, 2012 7:20 AM by Nicole DiMarzo
Governor
Deval Patrick has prioritized ending youth violence in our communities,
and as part of a multi-facet strategy created the Governor’s Statewide
Youth Council to incorporate youth voices into the policy-making
process. The
Youth Council serves as a critical resource in advising the Governor in
making decisions and setting policy to improve the lives of young
people throughout the Commonwealth.
Current
Youth Council members are now serving their second and final term. The
Governor’s Office will be selecting 28 new Youth Council members to
represent Massachusetts’ 14 counties, two Council members per county.
Members serve for 2 years. We are now aggressively seeking to contact
and recruit potential candidates throughout the state to apply for
membership in the Youth Council.
Youth
Council applicants should be passionate, motivated and emerging leaders
between the ages of 14 and 20. Their responsibilities will include:
attending monthly meetings and conference calls, advocating for youth
issues and incorporating the ideas of other youth and young adults into
the creation of effective policy.
The
Youth Council has advocated on various issues in the Patrick-Murray
Administration; including the historic anti-bullying legislation that
Governor Patrick signed in May 2010. To learn more about activities,
initiatives and trainings that the Youth Council has participated in
please visit www.mass.gov/governor/youthcouncil or contact Anny Jean-Jacques Domercant at the Governor’s Office of Community Affairs (617-725-4020).
How to Apply
Date by which application must be postmarked:Friday, May 25, 2012 Eligibility:The
Governor's Statewide Youth Council consists of 28 young people ages
14-20 representing the 14 counties of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Members serve for two years. Applications to the Council will be
reviewed by a working group consisting of Governor's Office staff, Youth
Council members, and adult supporters. The Executive Office of
Health and Human Services, in coordination with the Governor's Office of
Community Affairs, will oversee council meetings and activities. In
addition to bi-monthly meetings, youth council members are expected to
meet on a regular basis. Meetings may last up to 6 hours and may be
photographed, videotaped or recorded. There will be a few full day
meetings. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our office. To Apply, You Will Have to Submit:1. A data form with short answers
2.
A recommendation form (to be completed by a non-family member adult,
e.g. teacher, mentor, program leader, coach, or employer)
3. An adult sponsor form (if you do not have an adult sponsor we will help you identify one)
4. A parent/guardian consent form
Download the Youth Council Application:Send the Completed Application Via Regular Mail to:Anny Jean-Jacques
Office of Community Affairs
State House, Room 271M
Boston, MA 02133
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