Spring 2013 Student Teaching Round-ups

Spring 2013 Student Teaching Round-ups

 

If you are planning to student teach during SPRING 2013, you MUST attend ONE of the following MANDATORY meetings:

• Monday, September 17th - Alkek Teaching Theatre 6:00-8:00PM
• Tuesday, September 18th - Alkek Teaching Theatre 6:00-8:00PM
• Wednesday, September 19th                                          
• Wednesday, September 19th - Avery 252 TRP students only 1:30-3:00PM
• Friday, September 21st - Alkek Teaching Theatre 1:00-3:00PM

 

Out of Area Student Teaching

 



If you are planning to student teach "out of area" (Houston, Dallas, Back Home...etc), In ADDITION to a round up above, you must also attend a meeting on 9/21/2012 at 3:00-4:00PM in the Alkek Teaching Theatre.  (ST out of area will depend on departmental approval)

September Events for Vets!

Here is the September event schedule for the Veterans Alliance of TxState (VATS) which is opened to all student Veterans - so be sure and mark your calendars!  

Sat. Sept. 8: (6pm) Tailgating TxState VS Texas Tech

Mon. Sept. 10: 10a.m.-12 p.m. Health Professions Bldg HPB Rm. 145 (next to LBJ Student Center) Orientation session for New Veterans on campus given by VATS. A brief info session on what you need to know on campus to be successful @ TxState.

Mon. Sept. 10: 5:30pm VATS Meeting (ALL invited) meet at LBJ Student Center Cubicle #3

Tue. Sept. 11: 11am-1pm Quad Outreach (Patriot Day)

Tue. Sept. 18: 10am-2pm Student Resource Fair- LBJ Student Center Ballroom
The Student Resource Fair is open for to all Texas State students, but specifically targets all new students, transfers and student veterans. If you were overwhelmed during New Student Orientation and don't remember what services Texas State offers, this is the fair for you. Come enjoy great music, free snacks, giveaways, on-site resume assistance, and so much more.

Wed. Sept. 19: 11am-1pm VATS Pizza Luncheon LBJ 3-9.1

Sat. Sept. 22: (6pm) Tailgating TxSTATE VS Stephen F. Austin State

Upcoming GRE, LSAT and GMAT Events at Texas State

Are you thinking about going to grad school? 

If so, the Princeton Review is hosting events here at Texas State in the coming months to help prepare students for the GRE, LSAT, and GMAT!  Dates, times and registration links are listed below: 

GRE Strategy Session on September 20, 5pm-7pm, LBJ 3-9.1

http://www.princetonreview.com/ChooseProducts.aspx?&testtype=TCA&producttype=FRE&productdetail=GREEventsNearYou

LSAT Practice Exam, 10/5/12, 1pm-5pm, LBJ 3-15

http://www.princetonreview.com/ChooseProducts.aspx?&zipcode=78666&testtype=TFA&producttype=FRE&productdetail=LSATEventsNearYou

GMAT Practice Exam, 11/16/12, 1pm-5pm, McCoy 334

http://www.princetonreview.com/ChooseProducts.aspx?&testtype=TDA&producttype=FRE&productdetail=GMATEventsNearYou

Local Internship Opportunities for the Fall

Texas State University-San Marcos Career Services is excited to announce the next InternInAustin Fair, where students like you can connect with employers from across Central TX for fall internships.  The fair will take place on Sunday Sept 9^th from 2:00PM - 5:00PM at the AT&T Conference Center in downtown Austin.  We expect over 125 local startups, small businesses and nonprofits to attend offering up to 300 internships for the fall semester (and beyond).  Only the first 800 students are eligible to attend, so make sure you sign-up now.  Click HERE to register for free or learn more at www.InternInAustin.org.

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InternInAustin is supported by the City and Mayor of Austin, the Governor’s office, and over 30 area Chambers, Associations and Organizations and hosted by campus2careers, the largest entry-level job board in Texas and the first site to “match” students with the best internships and jobs based on their skills and interests.  Email questions to campus2careers at info@campus2careers.com.

Just in Time - Late Registration Starts Tomorrow!

Even though fall semester is still a little over 2 weeks away, late registration starts TOMORROW - August 10th through August 23rd.  If you still need to register for fall courses or make schedule changes, make sure to check your registration eligibility on CatsWeb --> Students --> Check Holds and Registration Eligibility for your specific access times and holds.

If your not sure what courses to take in the fall and need help choosing them, you can schedule an advising appointment with your academic advisor.  Please contact the advising center at 512.245.1993 or stop by 115 McCoy Hall to schedule your appointment. 

We hope everyone is enjoying their summer and we look forward to seeing all of you in the fall - just remember the first day of class is August 27th! :)

Graduation Cords for Veterans!

For all veterans who are graduating this August, you can pick up your red, white & blue graduation cords at the Multicultural Student Affairs Office in the LBJ Student Center 5-2.1 or at the Office of Veterans Affairs located in JCK, Room 111. 

 

Interview Tips for Graduates

Here are some tips from the etiquette expert, Ms. Diane Gottsman, as you prepare for your interviews:

1. Be respectful of the interviewer's time.
• Don't send your resume if your skills aren't compatible for the job.
2. Arrive prepared to answer three standard questions:
• "Why did you leave your last job?"
• Avoid saying negative things about your last employer. Explain that this is an opportunity to advance and grow.
• "What is your greatest strength?"
• Prepare for this question by carefully reading and understanding the job post and focusing on skills and traits that will benefit the position.
• "What is your greatest weakness?" 
• Explain how you strive for improvement.
3.  Know the interview basics:
• Bring your resume, a notepad, and pen.
• Your resume needs to be specifically tailored to the position and your cover letter should address someone specific (i.e. Dear Dr. Smith).
• Ask appropriate questions.
• Ex: "How does this position tie into the growth of the company?"
4. Confidently address any gaps in your resume.
•  Explain what you did during this time period to enhance your job skills.
5.  Be prepared to answer the question "Why were you fired". 
• Do not make excuses or blame your previous boss. Be honest and confidently state what you learned from the experience. 
6. Be creative in your job search.
•  Don't put your entire effort in Internet searches
• Volunteer or job shadow to gain experience, not $$$
• Join a networking group (student organization, professional associations, etc.) in the field you are interested in pursuing
• Visit job fairs and communicate with your Career Service's office
• Find a professional mentor
• Use your current network including family, friends, and professional associates in your job search
7. Make up and good grooming is a "must". 
• No facial hair, visible tattoos, multiple earrings, or loud jewelry
8. Send a thank you note.
• Send a thank you note the same day, reiterating your enthusiam and interest. Recheck your spelling and grammar before mailing out the note.
9. Your job may only be a telephone call away.
• If you have not heard back from the interviewer after a few days, don't hesitate to call.

Information Provided by:  The Protocol School of Texas