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College Visitation for Todd Beamer
College/Military Visitations will be held in the Career Center
(Resource Center Conference Room) unless otherwise posted.
Sign up for these sessions in the Career Center
University of Idaho Monday, September 15 9:00 am
ITT Technical Institute Wednesday, September 17 Lunch Room Visit
University of Washington Wednesday, September 17 1:15 (Great Hall)
Pacific Lutheran University Friday, September 19 10:30 am
University of Portland Wednesday, September 24 8:00 am
UW -College Essay Workshop Wednesday, October 1 9:00 (Great Hall)
Boise State University Monday, October 13 1:00 am
College Fairs:
Seattle National College Fair
Sunday, September 28; 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Monday, September 29; 9:00 am- 12:00 pm
Washington State Convention and Trade Center-Seattle
Life After High School Night
District-wide College & Career Fair
Wednesday, October 15, 2008 6:30 –8:00 pm
Federal Way High School
UPCOMING COLLEGE/CAREER WORKSHOPS
WITHIN THE SEATTLE AREA
(Parents
and Friends are welcomed)
Seattle National College Fair
Sunday, September 28; 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Monday, September 29; 9:00 am- 12:00 pm
Washington State Convention and Trade Center-Seattle
Life After High School Night
District-wide College & Career Fair
Wednesday, October 15, 2008 6:30 –8:00 pm
Federal Way High School
Get to know Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Museum of History and Industry
Wednesday, September 24, 2008, 7:00 PM
Seattle, WA
Please join us for an information session. You can find out more information at www.mitadmisssions.org
The Sisters: Barnard/Bryn Mawsr/ Mount Holyoke/Smith/Wellesley
Seattle
Tuesday, September 23, 7:00 –9:00 PM
Westin Seattle, 1900 Fifth Avenue
The deans and directors of admissions at The Sisters colleges cordially invite you and your parents to a joint information session. Hear a brief history of the Sister schools. Learn about their strengths in the sciences, opportunities of internships, leadership, outcomes, and social life. Light refreshments will be served. RSVP to www.mtholyoke.edu/adm/thesisters or to Michelle Willette, mwillett@mtholyoke.edu , 413-538-2773
JOBS AND/OR PROGRAMS
FIDM DIGITAL MEDIA AND GRAPHIC DESIGN BOOT CAMP: This event will be held in Los Angeles and the FIDM campus. This is a great opportunity to learn about the inside look at how Designers are transforming the movie industry. The Cost is $250.00 plus airfare. If you are interested see Mrs. Mongrain
YOUNG EXECUTIVES OF COLOR (YEOC) is a program offered by the Michael G. Foster School of Business specifically for high school students of color. This program is for freshman, sophomore and juniors. This is a great opportunity for students to start thinking about how to choose a college, how to prepare for life after high school, business a college major and the Michael G. Foster School of Business. Applications are available in the Career Center. Deadline: May 15, 2009
SAFEWAY: We offer a range of career opportunities in a dynamic retail environment. Safeway has now made the process of applying for employment easy as we have gone to an online system of applying for employment. Interested applications can apply in any one of our, or from anywhere they can access www.safeway.com (click the link for “Careers”). It takes just minutes and the submitted application is sent immediately to a database that is checked by the in-store hiring representative on a regular basis.
EVERGREEN BOYS STATE: Juniors only: Evergreen Boys State aims to simulate and emulate Washington State government through a fund and engaging program. You’ll Help build your very own government from the ground up…Cities, Counties, Political Parties, Courts, A Legislature, and even elect a Governor. You can earn 4 College Credits just by participating. Scholarship will also be awarded during this weeklong event. Apply online at:
www.EvergreenBoysState.org or pick up an application in the Career Center.
THE FASHION INSTITUTE OF DESIGN AND MERCHANDISING: Summer Program for High School juniors and seniors. This is a three-day program so you can get all the info you need about FIDM. You can find more information online at www.fidm.edu/summerprogram
SEAFAIR SEATTLE’S SUMMER CELEBRATION: Calling all high school sophomores and juniors! Seafair is giving you the chance to represent your community, earn college scholarships and an once-in-a-lifetime trip to Kobe, Japan. Join them on Saturday, March 15th at Qwest Field, home of the Seattle Seahawks for the BECU Ambassador Program at Seafair. Further information and online Symposium registration can also be found on the Seafair Festival website (www.seafair.com). This event is free to attend.
DISCOVER THE UW 2009 SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAMS AT WWW.SUMMERYOUTH.WASHINGTON.EDU: You can sign-up to take High School Student Intensive Courses.
SUMMER JOB WITH THE ECOLOGY YOUTH CORPS: If hired you will earn $8.55 per hour and be paid twice a month. This job consists of picking up litter, and also sorting out many of the recyclable materials (aluminum cans, glass, scrap metal, etc.) You must be 14 through 17 years old by the first day of employment. Applications and references must be RECEIVED by April 10th, 2009. Faxed applications are not accepted. Apply on-line at www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/swfa/eyc/nwro.html
BUSINESS WEEK (EARN TWO COLLEGE CREDITJ; For 9th-12th graders in the Spring of 2009: There is many ways People describe the Washington Business Week. Although the definitions may vary, the outcomes are consistent. Washington Business Week provides you with real-world experience that will change your life. The summer program is a six-day, intensive experience where you live on a college campus and experience a simulated work environment. As a result, you develop our skills in leadership, teamwork, and communication. Our programs are held at four college campuses across the state: Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Gonzaga University in Spokane, Central Washington University in Ellensburg, and Western Washington University in Bellingham. Want to know more visit their web site at www.WBW.org. Applications are also available in the Career Center.
NURSE CAMP: Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a nurse or allied health professional? Multi Care’s Summer Nurse Camp is your chance to explore this exciting career – and it’s absolutely free! Applications are available in the Career Center or online at www.multicare.org/nursecamp.
PROJECT HOPE PAID INTERSHIP: Preference is given to diverse groups currently under-represented in the health professions, rural students, 1st generation college students, and junior and senior high school students. Minimum required GPA is 2.0. Applications are available in the Career Center. Deadline is March 27th.
SPEND YOUR SUMMER AT USC: Study with USC instructors, participate in small classes with lots of individualized instruction, earn three university elective credits, get a taste of college life, participate in academic fieldtrips, meet and work with students from across the country and around the world. More information can be found on the website at www.usc.edu/summer/.
WOODLAND PARK ZOO: If you want to:
- Earn service learning hours
- Learn more about animals and the environment
- Develop great speaking and teaching skills
- Inspire zoo visitors and young children to value nature
- Make a difference for conservation
- Make new friend
- Experience something new this spring and summer
- Have tons of fun
Call or email today to get on the Priority Waiting List. Contact: leathia.Krasucki@zoo.org or call 206-615-0074. More information can be found in the Career Center.
GENOMICS OUTREACH FOR MINORITIES: The GenOM Project’s Alliances for Learning and Vision of Underrepresented Americans’ (ALVA) is a summer outreach program for incoming University of Washington freshman (class of ’09) and rising high school seniors(class of ’10) interested in genomic, life sciences, ecogenetics and bioengineering. A minimum of 12 students will be selected. We strongly encourage application from the following students:
- From underrepresented minority group(i.e., African Americans, Hispanic Americans, Native Americans, Alaskan Natives, Native Hawaiians, Filipinos and Pacific Islanders)
- Economically disadvantaged
- The first in their family to attend college
Application Deadline: Must be postmarked no later than March 2nd.
Visit http://depts.washington.edu/genomics/ or call (206)221-3056 or email allikang@u.washington.edu for more information.
USAF ACADEMY SUMMER SEMINAR: Ever wonder what it would be like to become a cadet at one the most selective colleges in the country? For starters, it takes a well-rounded program of academic, physical, and leadership preparation to meet the challenge. You’ll also need dedication, a desire to serve others, the ability to accept discipline, and a sense of duty. Visit www.AcademyAdmissions.com for more information or to fill out and application. Applications are being accepted 1 December 2008 – 28 February 2009.
POINT DEFIANCE ZOO & AQUARIUM: The Youth Volunteer Team is a select group of local students that work as on-grounds informal educators at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium. Students working with the Youth Volunteer Program will not only gain an increased knowledge of animal biology and conservation issues, but they will also hone their public speaking skills while gaining valuable work experience in a zoo and aquarium setting. Applicants must be at least of 13 years old and high school students entering 9th-12th grade(or the equivalent if home schooled or in the Running Start) during the 2009-2010 school year. Application and reference forms must be returned to the Volunteer Office as soon as possible, and no later than March 16th. For more information visit www.pdza.org or if you have any questions Contact Stacey Luhring, Manager of Volunteer Services at (253)404-3695 or Stacey.luhring@pdza.org .
CORNELL UNIVERSITY SUMMER COLLEGE, PROGRAMS FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS: As a Summer College student, you can explore subjects and disciplines to which you may not have had access in high school. You’ll study along with undergraduates, learn from world-renowned faculty members, and enjoy small classes that foster focused interaction between you and your professors. In addition, you’ll have access to Cornell’s vast resources, including one of the largest academic library systems in the world and one of the most beautiful campuses anywhere. Application deadline for most programs are April 24th. To learn more visit www.summercollege.cornell.edu
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