The Importance of Internships: Embracing Opportunity
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Feature by: Career and Community Engagement Center
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Ava Northrop ’25, Brain, Behavior & Cognition major with Creative Writing & Computer Science minors, at University of Utah (Shepherd Lab) Salt Lake City, Utah, assisted in researching the role of the ARC gene in Alzheimer’s disease.
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As the academic year progresses and internship recruiting season peaks, it’s essential for students to understand the significance of internships in shaping their professional futures. At Whitman College, students are encouraged to pursue these transformative experiences and are supported by robust career resources, including the Whitman Internship Grant.
Why Internships Matter:
Internships have long served as a bridge between academic learning and real-world application. They provide students with invaluable hands-on experience, allowing them to apply theoretical knowledge in practical settings.
Resources at Whitman College:
Whitman College is committed to supporting students in their internship endeavors. The Career and Community Engagement Center (CCEC) plays a crucial role in this process, offering a wealth of resources tailored to help students navigate the internship landscape.
The Whitman Internship Grant:
One standout feature of Whitman College’s commitment to internships is the Whitman Internship Grant (WIG), which provides financial support for students who secure unpaid internships. This grant enables students to pursue valuable opportunities without financial burden.
The Whitman Internship Grant is especially beneficial in today’s job market, where many coveted internships may not offer compensation. This initiative levels the playing field, allowing more students to gain essential experience. The application process is straightforward, and students are encouraged to apply early to secure funding for summer internships.
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Professor Publishes Article in Christianity & Literature
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Staff Advisory Council Open Office Hours Today
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The Staff Advisory Council will hold open office hours on Monday, Oct. 28 from 1–2 p.m. in Cleveland Commons. Director for Career Development Victoria Wolff ’12 will be available to chat with staff members in the coffee shop area.
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Salmon Conservation Club Event Tonight
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The Salmon Conservation Club will screen several short films made by Idaho Fish and Game salmon biologist Scott Putnam on Monday, Oct. 28 at 6:30 p.m. in Maxey 206. These films will provide information about the Idaho Fish and Game salmon snorkel program, an important salmon population monitoring technique. This event is in preparation for an upcoming visit and talk by Putnam.
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Open Access Discussions for Faculty Tomorrow
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Following Open Access Week, Penrose Library will host two Open Access-related information and discussion sessions for faculty, on Tuesday, Oct. 29 at noon (brown-bag) and at 4 p.m. Scholarly Communications Librarian Amy Blau will lead the event in Library 313 (“Fishbowl”). She will go over consortial agreements supporting open access publishing, authors’ rights addendums for copyright retention, open scholarly repositories like ARMINDA, and answer questions.
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October is LGBT History Month and all month long, Shelby Hearn, Director LGBTQIA+ Student Services, has been sharing useful information and engaging 60-second videos. Follow @lgbtqiawhitman on Instagram to learn more!
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Movement That Matters: Pilates
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Reid Campus Center, All Faiths Room
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Cleveland Commons, Espresso Café
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Reid Campus Center Lawn or Sherwood 114
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Glover Alston Intercultural Center
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Sherwood Athletic Center, Room 106
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Hall of Music, Chism Recital Hall
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Reid Campus Center, Room G02
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Movement That Matters: MELT
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Penrose Library, Room 313 (“The Fishbowl”)
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Welty Student Health Center
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Penrose Library, Room 313 (“The Fishbowl”)
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Reid Campus Center, Coffeehouse
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Movement That Matters: Strength & Stretch
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Reid Campus Center Lawn or Sherwood 114
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Lyman House, Main Kitchen
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Movement That Matters: Step Aerobics
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Immersive Stories Lab Costume Open House
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Reid Campus Center, All Faiths Room
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Leaving from Reid Campus Center Lobby
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Reid Campus Center, Young Ballroom
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Movement That Matters: Yoga
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Glover Alston Intercultural Center
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Reid Campus Center, Young Ballroom
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Hall of Music, Chism Recital Hall
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Hall of Music, Chism Recital Hall
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