November 4, 2022
EEE Academic Committee Voting Survey
The EEE Academic Committee is looking for a sophomore, junior, and senior representative. These representatives are selected completely by the EEE student body. Please fill out the following survey by Wednesday November 16th by midnight to vote for the candidates you feel would best fit the role: https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eszYsr4GzlEwYM6
Job Corner with Ms. Whelton, PE
Many of you have gone to career fairs this semester and are now preparing for interviews. Purdue Human Resources is offering an info session on preparing for the job interview. It will be help via in person (Young 268) or teams on November 15yh from 2 to 3pm. You will need to register here: https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4NI8riNq10ZdFRk
When you are preparing for an interview, don’t forget to practice “self talk”. It is a great way to build your confidence and make sure you don’t downplay your accomplishments. An article outlining self talk practices is found here.
If you have offers or questions about job opportunities, don’t hesitate to email me!
SEEE Crewneck Sweatshirt Sale
Fill out this survey to purchase SEEE apparel this year - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeD66JKLTAh-V3mCiW1ppZZSnjw3GijlKWeshEJr1bF4AdczQ/viewform?usp=sf_link.
See samples - Indigo Blue; Carolina Blue
Registration Spring 2023
If you haven't started (or finalized) your spring registration, it is time. See the Registration instructions at 2023 Spring Registration.
HOLDs: Action Required by EVERY Student in MyPurdue Portal
It is time for your annual review of your Financial Obligations Statement and Emergency Contact Information. Please take a few minutes to review and complete both of these important tasks in order to avoid issues with your upcoming Spring 2023 registration.
- Action needed – Affirmance of Financial Obligations:
Review and update your annual agreement by visiting the Bills & Payments page via mypurdue.purdue.edu and click the link “Affirmance of Financial Obligations” found within the Student Account section. Doing so will automatically release the hold on your account. Lack of compliance will result in your inability to register for classes, including the ability to drop or add courses. Click here for further instructions.
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Action needed – Emergency Contact:
Additionally, there is an opportunity for you to provide your cell phone number in order to receive text messages from your academic advisor, Office of the Registrar and Student Success Programs. You can access this option at www.mypurdue.purdue.edu. Click on the Academics page and look under the Personal Information section.
Academic Success Center (ASC) Workshops
The Academic Success Center is hosting various workshops to help students create a plan for finals week and to even learn new studying tactics. The November workshops are below:
- Practice Your Pomo on Wednesday, November 9 from 7pm to 11pm. Flyer
This is a drop-in, study event for students to put a new technique to practice. This popular time management method will be led by ASC Student Leaders. During the breaks students can get up and stretch, chat with peers, grab a snack, and participate in pop culture trivia!
- Create Your Finals Game Plan on Thursday, November 17 at 7pm AND Wednesday, November 30 at 6pm. Flyer
Workshop descriptions and the registration links can be found on our workshop webpage
CE59700AE: Environmental Fluid Mechanics (Prof. Troy)
Prof. Cary Troy will be teaching CE 59700AE: Environmental Fluid Mechanics in Spring 2023. It is assumed this is the “same” course or same content as CE 44300, converted to be taught at the graduate level. Junior level or above required. CE 44300 is on the EEE Selective – Category C list. EEE will use CE 59700AE as EEE Selective – Category C.
ME 49601CC: Climate Change and Renewable Energy Spring 2023
This new course will be taught by Prof. Shubhra Bansal. EEE students with junior or senior standing are welcome. A course description is at https://purdueme.com/2022/09/16/me-49601-renewable-energy-technologies/. If you are interested in this course please add it or prioritize it on your spring CRF entry.
EEE will count this course as EEE Selective or Technical Elective credit, whichever is most useful to the student.
Start Smart Salary Negotiation
Need help negotiating salary options? The Leadership and Professional Development Department at Purdue is offering several workshop options on salary negotiation. These are the following workshops:
Wednesday, December 7th from 5PM -7PM in KRCH 260.
To register. See flyer for more details.
Free New York Times Subscription
Purdue University offers a free New York Times subscription for all faculty and students. All you must do to access your free subscription is to sign up at www.nytimes.com/purdue. This free subscription gives access to ALL New York Times articles, as well as the entirety of their archives. See attached flyer.
AWWA Membership Opportunity
The American Water Works Association (AWWA) is the largest organization for water professionals and offers a vast number of educational and networking opportunities for all members, students included. AWWA has programs and resources designed to help them lay the foundation for a successful career in water. Student’s have access to published articles, opportunities to present research at conferences, scholarship opportunities, and networking with peers and other water professionals.
From now until the end of December, any student who joins can get their first year of membership for $10. Find info here.
First Gen Event
Come celebrate the assets and strengths embodies by first-generation college students during “Proud to be First!” on Monday, Nov. 7, 2022. The reception will be from 4:30-6 PM in the North Ballroom of the Purdue Memorial Union. Flyer attached. Proud to be First! Is intended to build community among first-generation students, as well as staff, faculty, alum and advocates.
Pre-Professional Advising and Graduate School Planning
Pre-Professional Advising is for students who are interested in careers in healthcare, law, vet school, physical therapy and more. You can schedule a time to meet with Pre-Professional Advisors, and sign up for the PPA Monthly newsletter. For more information, check out Pre-Professional Advising website.
Graduate School Planning is for students who want to further their studies. CCO offers graduate school planning or personal statement review appointments to help you in your process of navigating graduate school application and many more. To schedule an appointment.
IU Maurer School of Law Session
Are you interested in Law School? Look into the Insider’s Guide to Law School Admissions presented by Janet L. Hein, the Director of Admissions at Indiana University, Maurer School of Law. Get application advice from an expert and learn more about Indiana Law! The information session will be on Thursday, November 10th from 5 to 6 PM in ARMS 1028. Flyer attached.
Boilermaker Support Network (BSN) Callout
The Boilermaker Support Network (BSN) is a registered student organization at Purdue that provides peer-to-peer facilitated support groups led by trained student leaders, as well as monthly social outreach events for all students. The support groups are offered multiple times throughout the week and provide a welcoming space to discuss mental wellbeing and the stressors associated with being a student, family member, friend and/or peer. Students looking for a comfortable place in finding a supportive community on campus, BSN would be suited for you!
If you are a currently enrolled student interested in joining a BSN group or learning about events, complete this Member form or join our Slack channel! Open to all students!
BSN is hosting a CALLOUT open to interested students that would like additional information about the weekly groups or are curious about learning more. Join us in BRNG 1268 on Wednesday, October 26th at 7:00pm. Learn more - see attached flyer.
SURF Nuts and Bolts
Engineering Undergraduate Research Office (EURO) at Purdue University will organize the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) program in the Summer of 2023. It is a 10-week-long paid research opportunity for undergraduates enrolled in US universities.
To help you prepare a stronger application for the SURF 2023, we are hosting the "SURF Nuts and Bolts" event. Flyer attached. As part of the event, two sessions will be organized at the end of November. The in-person session will be held on 29th November, and the Virtual session will be held on 30th November (Zoom Link). Each session will cover the same content. To find out more details, please see the attached flyer or reach out to us at eur@purdue.edu.
Purdue Student Sustainability Council (PSSC) Networking Event
The PSSC is hosting a sustainability networking event Wednesday, November 9th in GRIS 103 from 7 pm to 8:30 pm. There will be company representatives speaking about their background, company, and student opportunities. Students will have the opportunity to speak to the representatives and give their resumes. See attached flyer for more information.
2023 DOE Scholars Program
The DOE Scholars Program is designed to attract talented undergraduate and graduate students, and recent graduates to research, technical and professional opportunities within U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and organizations that support the DOE mission. Check out the DOE Flyer.
Benefits
Eligibility
How to Apply - Applications and supporting materials must be submitted at https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DOE-Scholars-2023-Gen
Application deadline - January 23, 2023, 8:00 AM EST
For more information - Visit: https://orise.orau.gov/doescholars
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