The "Impact of Giving Back" Contest (Grades K-12)

From now through January 20, submissions are open for the second White House Student Film Festival. The theme of this year’s festival is The Impact of Giving Back, and it’s open to U.S. students, grades K-12.

Students can tell their stories about paying it forward, about community service, or what making a difference looks like in their eyes and through their lens. It can be a fictional story or a short documentary, so break out the lights, write a script, get the camera ready, and show us your passion for service and giving back. Go the the White House Film Festival website for more details: http://www.whitehouse.gov/filmfestival.

The official selections will be featured on the White House website, and shared across the world on White House sites and official social media accounts. Winners may have a chance to attend the film festival at the White House!

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The Federal Citizen Information Center connects people with government benefits, services and information through its family of websites, including USA.gov, GobiernoUSA.gov and Kids.gov; by phone at 1 (800) FED-INFO (that's 1 (800) 333-4636) and with publications by mail from Pueblo, Colorado. FCIC is part of the U.S. General Services Administration’s Office of Citizen Services.

NYC College Line

Explore • Apply • Pay For College • Use Your Summer • Exceed In College • Scholarship • Forum

http://nyccollegeline.org/

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·       2014-2015 College Fairs and Events ~ Check out local events
·       8 Tips For Writing Your Best College Essay
·       Ask An Advisor . . . Is the SAT really important? and other questions.

25th Annual Latino College Expo & Youth Leadership Summit

Saturday, March 14, 2015 8:00 AM - Sunday, March 15, 2015 3:00 PM
New York University, Kimmel Center, 60 Washington Square South - 10^th Fl., NYC 10010
REGISTER:  latinocollege-expo.org/
Contact:  Antonio Aponte, antonio.aponte@bcny.org

view expo flyer  at http://nyccollegeline.org/media/W1siZiIsIjIwMTQvMDkvMDgvMTMvMTcvMDQvMzQ1LzI1dGhfQW5udWFsX0xhdGlub19Db2xsZWdlX0V4cG9fMjAxNS5wZGYiXV0/25th-Annual-Latino-College-Expo-2015.pdf

Ø  8:00 to 12:00pm (Leadership Summit) – Registration for Summit required

Ø  12:00pm to 3:00pm (Latino College Expo) – (No registration required)

Ø  Official Registration (students begins October 1^st)

Ø  The goal of the Youth Summit is to encourage all high school students and bring together other organizations, high schools, and community based organizations to participate in various college preparation workshops, then attend the 25th Annual Latino College Expo afterwards.

Ø  Students can expect to be energized, challenged, and empowered. As you exchange thoughts and ideas and learn about effective academic and leadership strategies and approaches to implement at your high schools and carry on to college when you enroll.

Ø  You will also have an opportunity to learn about topics that are significant to you, as you learn about the college and financial aid process. In addition, you will have the chance to meet with representatives from many universities from across the country. Finally, you will meet with many community agencies that provide college preparation services and scholarship information.

FAFSA Completion Event - John Bowne High School

Saturday, February 07, 2015 ♦ 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

John Bowne High School, 63-25 Main Street, Flushing, NY 11367
REGISTER:  collegegoalny.org/2015-event-locations/47-john-bowne-high-school-student-registration/individual-registration
COST:  Free

Contact:  Michael Turner, Michael.Turner@hesc.ny.gov

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Student financial aid starts with the FAFSA, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. In order to receive all of the federal aid to which you are entitled, you must complete the FAFSA.

College Goal NY events are held throughout New York State to help students and families complete the FAFSA online.

Financial aid professionals from local colleges are available at these events to answer your questions and help you complete your FAFSA application. Each event offers five (5) College Access Challenge Grants worth $ 500.00.

Financial Aid Family Workshop

Wednesday, December 10, 2014 ♦ 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Saturday, December 13, 2014 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
The Bernie Wohl Center, 647 Columbus Ave (between 91st and 92nd Streets), NYC 10025
REGISTER:  goddard.org/options

Contact:  Jason Brown,  212-678-4667

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In this workshop we will:

• Give an overview of the financial aid process
• Review the FAFSA, TAP and Profile
• Answer your financial aid and college cost questions

Who Should Attend?
High School Juniors, High School Seniors, Parents of students and Young Adults
Refreshments will be served

7th Annual Latino College Fair

Saturday, November 22, 2014 ♦ 11:30 AM - 3:45 AM

Fordham University Rose Hill, 441 East Fordham Road, Bronx, NY 10458
REGISTER:  surveymonkey.com/s/2014LCFGenReg

Contact:  sabra@cicu.org

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The Latino College Fair allows students and parents/guardians to meet and talk with more than 50 independent college and university admission and financial aid representatives. The Planning and Paying for College Workshop will help students and their families better understand the admissions and financial aid process and programs. The workshop, simultaneously translated into Spanish via headphones, will cover college affordability, including explanations of grants and scholarships plus financial aid forms, terms and deadlines. The “Ask the Financial Aid Expert” stations provide students and families an opportunity to sit down with financial aid experts to get answers to their specific questions about paying for college.

A Very Special "Autism-Friendly" Circus Show

A Very Special Circus Show

Enjoy a night under the big top that the whole family can enjoy when the Big Apple Circus Presents an Autism-Friendly Performance of Metamorphosis.  The Big apple Circus has consulted with world-renowned ASD experts to adapt Metamorphosis for families with members on the spectrum.  The result is an adapted show that will include the same world-class artistry as the full performance with a shorter running time (75 minutes, no intermission), and adjusted lights and sound.  To make the evening even more enjoyable, calming centers have been set up for those who might need a break and there will be plenty of professionals on hand to help out.  Nov. 18.  6:30pm.  $12.50-$37.50.  Damrosch Park, Broadway between 62^nd and 63^rd Streets, Lincoln Square.  888-541-3750.  http://www.bigapplecircus.org

NYC Fall 2014 Chancellor's Parent Conference Series (ALL NYC Parents Need Attend!)

NYC Fall 2014 Chancellor's Parent Conference Series

All conferences to be held at:

Tweed Court House
52 Chambers Street
New York, NY 10007

Parent Conference Flyers Available in many languages at

http://schools.nyc.gov/ParentsFamilies/welcomeslider/ChancellorsParentConferences.htm?utm_source=bronto&utm_medium=email&utm_term=here&utm_content=Rw3k1_kjm%40yahoo.com&utm_campaign=Fall+Parent+Conferences

 
DETAILS
Time: 8:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
 
Saturday, November 1, 2014
Elementary School Parents |Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nyc-chancellors-parent-conference-for-elementary-school-parents-tickets-13268385097.

Topics Include:
·       Pre-K Activities Parents Can Do at Home
·       The IEP Process Step-by-Step
·       Why You Should Read to Your Child
·       And many more
 
Saturday, November 15, 2014
High School Parents | Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nyc-chancellors-parent-conference-for-high-school-parents-tickets-13437342453.

Topics Include:
·       Helping Your Teen Organize and Prioritize
·       How to be Involved with Your Child's High School
·       Bullying: What to Look For, What to Know, What to Say
·       And many more
 
Saturday, December 6, 2014
Middle School Parents | Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nyc-chancellors-parent-conference-for-middle-school-parents-tickets-13437139847

Topics Include:
·       Managing Teen Stress
·       The IEP Process Step-by-Step
·       Bullying: What to Look For, What to Know, What to Say
·       And many more

Youth Gospel Explosion

A Night Of Worship To Save Our Youth Gospel Explosion

Barclay Center • October 25, 2014 • 7:00 pm

Pastor Lamor Miller Whitehead, Founder of Leaders of Tomorrow Brooklyn, will present a Gospel Explosion at Cushman & Wakefield Theater at Barclays Center on October 25. Scheduled performers include Grammy Award-winning gospel artists Bishop Hezekiah Walker, Yolanda Adams, and Erica Campbell, as well as Pastor Marvin Sapp, Byron Cage, Rickey Dillard, Pastor Charles Jenkins, Brian Courtney Wilson and Marion Butler.

The event is "A Night of Worship to Save Our Youth" with 100%of the proceeds benefiting Leaders of Tomorrow Brooklyn, featuring worship and conversation about the Brooklyn community with a focus on drugs, violence, and school drop-out rates.

This event will be hosted by Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams and Liz Black of 107.5 WBLS-FM radio in partnership with trailblazing radio personality, Dahved Levy.

Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased online via Ticketmaster by visiting www.ticketmaster.com, or by calling 800-745-3000. Tickets can also be purchased at the American Express Box Office at Barclays Center.

For Group tickets, call 855-GROUP-BK. For information on individual suites. Click Here or call 718.BK.SUITE (718.257.8483) to set up an appointment to meet with a suite representative.

 

Amateur Night Open Auditions ~ Saturday, September 27, 2014

Amateur Night Open Auditions
Saturday, September 27, 10AM - 6PM

Amateur Night at the Apollo - New York Open Auditions
Saturday, September 27th from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Location: The Apollo Theater, 253 West 125th Street, New York, NY 10027

Apollo Amateur Night Auditions are open to singers, dancers, comedians, rappers, spoken word artists and musicians ages 5 and older. Amateur performances of all styles are welcome. Those chosen from the audition will have the chance to appear at the Apollo Amateur Night and perform on stage at the Apollo Theater in New York.  For more information, click here:  https://www.apollotheater.org/all/details/309-apollo_auditions

APOLLO THEATER'S 2ND ANNUAL HARLEM HEALTHY SOUL FESTIVAL

THE APOLLO THEATER PRESENTS THE 2ND ANNUAL HARLEM HEALTHY SOUL FESTIVAL ~ Saturday, September 13, 2014

The Apollo Theater will present its second annual community initiative focused on family health and wellness—Harlem Healthy Soul Festival, on Saturday, September 13, 2014 from 12pm – 6pm. Building on the Apollo Theater’s role as a community resource and gathering place, Harlem Healthy Soul Festival is designed to serve as a platform for Harlem families to learn about the numerous community health resources to live active and healthy lives. This daylong, free event will transform the Apollo building and 126th Street behind the Theater into a fairground filled with, health and educational resources, live music, and family fun.   Harlem Health Soul Festival will include live entertainment under the Apollo’s iconic marquee, health presentations by celebrities, doctors, and experts as well as a special performance by muti-platinum Grammy Award winning R&B singer Faith Evans, on the Apollo mainstage.   FREE and open to the public! Location: 126th Street, behind the Apollo Theater

Older Girl Scouts - Fall Business & Entrepreneurship Mentor Training

Calling All OLDER Girl Scouts in the Greater New York Council:

Fall Business & Entrepreneurship Mentor Training

Do you enjoy working with Daisies, Brownies, and Juniors? Are you looking for more opportunities to strengthen your leadership skills? Do you have a passion for Business and Entrepreneurship? If so, join us for a Mentor Training Session. We will discuss mentor expectations, review younger girl program curricula, and more!

When:   Tuesday, September 9^th; 4:30 P.M. — 8:30 P.M.

Where:   Girl Scouts of Greater New York
               43 West 23rd Street, Floor 6, New York, NY 10010

Register by:   September 1st
                        Questions contact Sarah — 212-645-4000 x234 spooley@girlscoutsnyc.org
                        *Light dinner will be served at 4:30 P.M.

Fee: $25

        Cost Includes:   Light Dinner, Mentor Patch, Mentor Guide book

Cadette, Senior and Ambassador Mentors are needed for the following upcoming Younger Girl events:

·        First Aid, Preparedness, and Wellness Day September 20 in Manhattan, 9-2
·        Junior Journey Day October 4th in Manhattan
·        More opportunities to come!

Click here to Register: https://girlscoutsnyc.wufoo.com/forms/fall-business-entrepreneurship-mentor-training/

$1000 Scholarship from Exhale Investment Club, LLC

Scholarship Applications Available
2014 - 2015 Academic Year
Exhale Investment Club, LLC is offering a $1,000 scholarship to qualified graduates attending a 2 or 4 year accredited college.  Apply now!  Deadline ends March 31, 2014.  Send an e-mail to EXHALECLUB@GMAIL.COM with "Scholarship" in the subject line for details.  Exhale Investment Club, LLC, P O Box 250742 New York, NY 10025.

SYEP - The Department of Youth and Community Development's Summer Youth Employment Program

SUMMER EMPLOYMENT:
Where: There were more than 6,800 work sites as part of last summer's offerings, including the Brooklyn Children’s Museum in Crown Heights, the Queens Botanical Garden in Flushing and the Recycle-a-Bicycle workshop in Long Island City, Queens.
When: July 7 to Aug. 15
Highlights: Young people work in day camps, law firms and doctors' offices. They are tour guides, interpreters and tree planters. For many participants, like Paulette Joseph, a 16-year-old from Baychester, the program provides a first taste of the working world.
"It taught me how to manage my time and made me more responsible," Joseph said of her administrative assistant job last summer at the National Financial Network near Wall Street, where she learned, for instance, how to make spreadsheets.
"This was a big job to have," said Joseph, who now dreams of being an investment banker. "I wore a suit everyday."
Deadlines and other useful information: Applications available from March 3. For updates, check www.nyc.gov/dycd or follow DYCD on Twitter or Facebook. Participants are paid $8 an hour for 20 to 25 hours a week.
Eligibility: The program is open to all New York City residents between the ages of 14 and 24. More than 135,000 young people applied for last summer's roughly 36,000 jobs, which were awarded through a lottery and application process.

New York Botanical Garden's Science Internship Program

INTERNSHIP ~ Interest in Science (Unpaid)
Where: Fordham, The Bronx
When: June 9 through Aug. 15
Highlights: Interns work closely with Garden scientists. They've helped digitize some of the 7.3 million plant specimens in the institution's herbarium, used Global Information Systems data to identify threatened plant species in the West Indies and surveyed New York City plant shops called botanicas, where Latin American immigrants buy ingredients for herbal remedies.
Before his senior year at Bronx Science, Gary Tan spent the summer figuring out how to extract plant DNA in cost-effective ways.
"You learn [research] techniques you wouldn't learn in school, and having a mentor is really helpful and not something you get to experience in regular school either," said Tan, 18, who is now a freshman studying biology at Cornell.
Deadlines and other useful information: There is no formal application deadline for this unpaid internship, but scientists like to line up their summer interns as far as possible in advance.
Eligibility: College and high school students with a demonstrated interest in science.

Billion Oyster Project's Educator Interns for Camp RESTORE

INTERNSHIP (Unpaid):
Where: This oyster restoration program takes place on land and sea between Governors Island and Red Hook, Gowanus and Sunset Park.
When: July 14 to Aug. 9, with the option of adding a week on the front or back ends, plus a week in June for mandatory training.
Highlights: Ten educator interns will essentially be "environmental science counselors" for South Brooklyn middle-schoolers participating in Camp RESTORE's four weeklong sessions run by youth organization Good Shepherd Services.
"You spend a lot of time on the water [on kayaks and tall ships] and doing hands-on stuff, [like] analyzing sediment and looking for biodiversity in mud," said Sam Janis, restoration program manager with the 
New York Harbor Foundation, which organizes the summer program with the Urban Assembly New York Harbor School, a public high school on Governors Island with a focus on maritime education.
Working on the coastal restoration of South Brooklyn is part of the Billion Oyster Project's long-term aquaculture program. It's designed to increase the number of oysters in New York Harbor, which was once covered by more than 220,000 acres of oyster reefs, Janis explained.
Deadlines and other useful information: The admission deadline for the internship, which is in its first year, is rolling. Applicants should send letters of interest and resumes to restore@newyorkharbor.org. The internship is unpaid, but there will be lots of oysters (from cleaner waters) to eat.
Eligibility: The ideal candidate is a high school graduate who is 18 or older and has an interest in the field. But "really motivated" high school students would also be considered, Janis said.

The New-York Historical Society's Student Historian High School Internship Program

SUMMER INTERNSHIP:
Where: Upper West Side, Manhattan
When: July 8 to Aug. 14
Highlights: There's a reason this program won a 2012 National Arts and Humanities Youth Program Award, one of 12 programs across the nation to achieve this recognition.
Student interns are given ample opportunities to develop leadership and research skills, especially when designing and presenting their own museum tours based on an object of their choice that they research, program coordinator Chelsea Frosini said.
"A lot of interns mention that their experience with public speaking stands out," said Frosini, noting that for many it's their first exposure to the range of jobs in the museum and design world. "They take real pride in sharing what they learned."
Deadlines and other useful information: Applications are due April 23. The program is highly competitive, with a 10 to 15 percent acceptance rate for its roughly 30 slots. The internship is unpaid, except for New York City high school students eligible for free or reduced lunch, who earn the minimum wage of $8 an hour.
Eligibility: The internship is open to students from the tri-state area currently enrolled in grades 10 through 12.

Wave Hill's Forest Project Summer Collaborative

SUMMER INTERNSHIP!
Where: Riverdale, The Bronx
When: June 26 to Aug. 15
Highlights: Interns log a lot of outdoor time on Wave Hill's 28-acre estate. They work in small crews on woodlands restoration — doing trail maintenance, erosion control, removing invasive plant species and taking care of native plants. They also spend one day a week taking an environmental science course at Lehman College.
"They're working outdoors with other kids. There are a lot of speakers and field trips and enrichment opportunities," said Debra Epstein, Wave Hill's director of education. "It's quite a life-changing experience for the kids."
Deadlines and other useful information: Applications are due March 23. Roughly 125 students vie for the program's 25 slots. Interns earn $8 an hour. Wave Hill also runs a new 14-month Woodland Ecology Research Mentorship program for low-income or minority New York City high school students.
Eligibility: Students currently enrolled in 10th, 11th or 12th grades with strong academic records.

WorldofMoney.org Financial Institute ~ REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

Founded in 2005, the WorldofMoney.org is a New York City based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to empower youth with a sound financial foundation. Now more than ever this organization is needed to break a generational cycle and to change the way youth,, view money by equipping them with five tenets for a financially responsible and philanthropic life: learn, earn, save, invest and donate.  WorldofMoney.org sections include  Young Moguls (ages 7 - 9); Rising Moguls (ages 10 - 12) and Moguls (ages 13 - 18).

WorldofMoney.org's Financial Institute is a one week intensive which takes place during the month of July.   Having basic financial planning tools encourages youth to become family team players, maximize their longer-term financial well-being and to balance consumer and investor behaviors. The curriculum includes basic Mandarin Chinese, Excel, community service and year round alumni activities, including a Parent "Money Matters' Forum.  Registration is now open for the summer of 2014.  To register your child, go to https://campscui.active.com/orgs/WorldofMoneyorg#/selectSessions/87204  and register today! 

2014 College Awareness Symbolizes Hope (C.A.S.H.) Program

Registration has been extended through the month of February!

The National Black MBA Association Metro New York Chapter has officially commenced the 2014 College Awareness Symbolizes Hope (C.A.S.H.) Program, with a wonderful new host who has become a good friend of the program. The 2014 program will be fully hosted at the prestigious Columbia University.  C.A.S.H. will be held in Uris Hall, the same building which hosts the top ranked Columbia Business School.

Orientation was held on Friday, January 3, but students as well as Mentors, are still being accepted at least through the month of January.  The next meeting will be held on Friday, February 28, 2014 from 6PM to 8PM, Uris Hall, Room 142.  Prior to coming, if you have not already done so, please make sure you visit the National Black MBA Association Metro New York Chapter website (www.nyblackmba.org/cashprogram.php) to register for this year's program so that you can officially be listed on the roster.  This applies to ALL students and mentors whether you were in the program before or not.  Also tell your friends to not hesitate to register.Registration is ongoing through February 28, 2014.  

This is a FREE college awareness program for high school students.  Don’t delay, register today!  While on the website, make sure to print out the 2014 Schedule as well.

Mentors are always needed and welcomed!  Likewise, go to the link above to register to learn about what it means to be a Mentor, and to register to be a Mentor.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN THE 

NEW YORK STATE 

UNIFIED COURT SYSTEM

THE OFFICE OF COURT ADMINISTRATION 

ANNOUNCES AN

OPEN-COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION

TITLE: COURT OFFICE ASSISTANT                                  EXAMINATION NUMBER: 45-782

An examination for the title of Senior Court Office Assistant (#45-783) will also be held on the same date. The examinations for Court Office Assistant and Senior Court Office Assistant have been designed to allow candidates to participate in both examinations on the same day in a single testing administration session. Candidates may apply for both examinations by filing separate applications and paying the required application fee with each filing.

STARTING SALARY
The title of Court Office Assistant is graded at JG-8. As of the date of this announcement, the statewide hiring rate is $28,234. In addition, appointees in New York City, Suffolk, Rockland, Nassau and Westchester Counties receive $3,697 in annual location pay. Appointees in Orange, Dutchess and Putnam Counties receive $1,848 in annual location pay.

APPLICATION 
$30 NON-REFUNDABLE application fee is being charged to file for this examination. Application and fee must be ELECTRONICALLY filed at www.nycourts.gov/careers/. An e-mail address and credit card or reloadable debit card are required for successful filing.

Full Details can be found at http://www.nycourts.gov/careers/Announcement%2045-782%20Court%20Office%20Assistant.pdf 

Examination is scheduled to be 

held May 31, 2014.

Applications must be ELECTRONICALLY 

filed no later than March 26, 2014.

Cover Design Competition - NYC Public HS Students

The New York City Department of Education in collaboration with Smithsonian Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum present the 2014 COVER DESIGN COMPETITION.  Your Design could be next!!!!

What is the Cover Design Competition?

The competition encourages participants to reflect on their lives as public school students in New York City and express their ideas artistically in the form of a cover design.

Who is eligible to participate?

The 2014 Cover Design Competition is open to all students currently enrolled in a New York City public high school.
 
What will I learn?
Serving as an exploration of the design profession, this exciting opportunity extends beyond the classroom and gives students a taste of the design world from the perspective of a graphic designer serving a client. Finalists of the Cover Design Competition will have the opportunity to work with a real-world client (the Department of Education), develop their design with professional designers, and gain practical experience they can take with them after high school.
 
What is the impact?
The grand prize winner’s design will be featured as the cover of the Department of Education's annual Directory of New York City Public High Schools and used for related materials – including signs, bags, and t-shirts – for the 2014-2015 school year.

Calendar

Open for Submissions ............. January 27
All Submissions Due................ February 14
Workshop Winners Notified..... February 24 – February 28
Workshops for Finalists........... March 5; March 12; March 19; March 26; April 2
Public Vote.............................. April 7 – April 14
Winners Announced................ April 22

FBI Hiring Interns ~ January 29, 2014 - February 4, 2014!

The FBI's 2014 Honors Internship Program application will be open from January 29, 2014 to February 4, 2014 until 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time.  Interested candidates are encouraged to read the 2014 Honors Internship Program webpage for qualifications and all required documents needed for the application.

Interested students (both undergraduate and graduate) should apply online using the following link:  https://www.fbijobs.gov/index.asp

 

Apply to the 2014 Honors Internship Program Today! .

Delta's 2014 Power of the Paintbrush Competition

ATTENTION H.S. STUDENTS, ART TEACHERS, GUIDANCE COUNSELORS & COMMUNITY CENTERS:

The Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. 2014 Power of the Paintbrush competition is now accepting submissions.

Students are invited to submit any form of original artwork, i.e., oil, watercolor, acrylic, chalk, etc. or an original written word piece that inspire their peers to become actively interested in our country's welfare as well as generate a voice that speaks to and for their community.

SUBMISSIONS
Students MUST complete and submit an application and send their original work, on CD and/or a digital photo via mail by Friday, April 4th 2014 to:

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
c/o Arts and Letters Committee/POP
PO BOX 3570 – Grand Central Station
New York, NY 10163
- OR -
Email digital photos to: artsandletters@nmacdst.org.

Cash Prizes will be awarded to the top three winners:
1st Place: $250
2nd Place - $150
3rd Place – $100

All winners will be selected and notified by April 18th.
AWARDS PRESENTED ON SATURDAY, MAY 17TH.

For further information contact: Gwendolyn Kingsberry 646 580 0187.

Essence is hiring Interns!

Essence Communications Internship Program is open to undergraduate, graduate students, or recent college graduates interested in a career in the media industry. Applicants must have a strong interest in issues pertaining to African American women.

Positions are open in publishing and editorial and offer a stipend; interns are responsible for finding their own housing. The program is 9 weeks long and provides students with on-the-job-training in various aspects of the media. Interns working for one department will also be able to work with other areas of the company to gain more skills and experience.

Students interested in applying must have good writing skills and the ability to meet deadlines and complete projects. Important skills include self-motivation and detail-oriented. When applying, students will be asked to include a sample of their writing, photography or other related skills.

Essence Communications is the founder of Essence magazine, whose first issue appeared in 1970. The magazine focuses exclusively on news, entertainment and other information of interest to African American women.

The location is usually in NEW YORK.
http://www.findinternships.com/2013/10/essence-communications-internship.html#.UuKUyRAo6Uk

IHOP National Pancake Day 2014

Tuesday:  March 4, 2014, 7:00 am - 10:00 pm

It's official! The date for IHOP's next National Pancake Day is Tuesday, March 4, 2014!

During National Pancake Day, the company's largest philanthropic event of the year, more than 1,500 IHOP restaurants across the country will invite guests to enjoy a complimentary stack of IHOP's signature delicious buttermilk pancakes from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Guests will be encouraged to make a voluntary contribution to their local Children's Miracle Network Hospital (we encourage guests to contribute at least what they would have paid for the pancakes - or $5).

IHOP will also host its annual miracle balloon campaign starting on February 1, 2014 and continue leading up to National Pancake Day on March 4, 2014.

One hundred percent of the donations will help local charities provide vital equipment, life-saving procedures and critical care for sick and injured children. Check back for more details as the event gets closer.

A great offer like this does have some rules! There is a limit of one free short stack per guest. The offer is valid at participating restaurants for dine-in only while supplies last, and are not valid with any other offer, special, coupon or discount.

2014 College Awareness Symbolizes Hope (C.A.S.H.) Program

The National Black MBA Association Metro New York Chapter has officially commenced the 2014 College Awareness Symbolizes Hope (C.A.S.H.) Program, with a wonderful new host who has become a good friend of the program. The 2014 program will be fully hosted at the prestigious Columbia University.  C.A.S.H. will be held in Uris Hall, the same building which hosts the top ranked Columbia Business School.

Orientation was held on Friday, January 3, but students as well as Mentors, are still being accepted at least through the month of January.  The next meeting will be held on Friday, January 24, 2014 from 6PM to 8PM, Uris Hall, Room 142.  Prior to coming, if you have not already done so, please make sure you visit the National Black MBA Association Metro New York Chapter website (www.nyblackmba.org/cashprogram.php) to register for this year's program so that you can officially be listed on the roster.  This applies to ALL students and mentors whether you were in the program before or not.  Also tell your friends to not hesitate to register.

This is a FREE college awareness program for high school students.  Don’t delay, register today!  While on the website, make sure to print out the 2014 Schedule as well.