Doctoral Support Center & Doctoral Programming Blog

Will you be at NASPA in Phoenix? Let Rossier know!

Dear Fellow Students:

I am a graduate assistant in Rossier's Office of Recruiting and Admissions and am compiling a list of Ed.D.- Higher Education, PASA, and EC students who are planning to attend the 2012 NASPA Annual Conference in Phoenix next month. We would like to have a list of all USC conference attendees and presenters, demonstrating to prospective doctoral and Master’s students USC’s high level of engagement in NASPA and in the field of student affairs. Therefore, if you plan on attending or presenting at the conference, please email me (desser@usc.edu) your name, contact information (email), program, and if applicable, name of presentation, location, and presentation date no later than March 1.

I hope to see you in Phoenix!

Thanks,

Lee Desser

M.Ed. in Postsecondary Administration and Student Affairs, May 2012
Recruiting and Admissions Graduate Assistant, USC Rossier

Top Six Reminders!

Dear Cohorts of 2003, 2006, and 2009,

I hope the month of February is treating you well! Please check your email for in-depth information regarding the reminders below.

1) Dissertation Defense Paperwork – Submit to me after you successfully defend your dissertation

Please make sure to let me know when you have scheduled your Dissertation Defense – and please make sure you take the Dissertation Defense Packet materials with you on the day of your defense and submit them to me after you acquire your committee’s signatures along with the Publications and Binding Fee ($115) receipt from the Cashier’s Office (2^nd floor of King Hall). I would be happy to review the paperwork one-on-one with you prior to your defense!

2) CALSA Call for Volunteers – Interest Forms due on February 24, 2012

The Rossier School of Education and the Ed.D. Program Office is hosting the California Association of Latino Superintendents and Administrators (CALSA) fourth annual Conclave on Friday, March 23, 2012. CALSA is holding this conference at a time when the goal of an effective education for Latino students—including Latino English learners (ELs) is more critical than ever to their future and to California’s social and economic health. The CALSA Conclave will focus on this crucial issue and provide participants the ability to put research into practice in their respective fields. Please visit www.calsa.org for more information on the organization, and www.calsa.org/2012/02/conclave/ for more information regarding the CALSA Conclave. EDSA (the Educational Doctoral Student Assembly) is partnering with the Ed.D. Program Office to provide professional development opportunities for Ed.D. students to engage in the conversations and network! We need volunteers to assist with the CALSA Conclave! Please submit the Interest Form (to me) by Friday, February 24, 2012 if you would like to participate!

3) Summer Registration – Opens on February 29, 2012

Registration for the 2012 Summer semester begins on February 29, 2012. The registration process is different than previous semesters as not all students will need to register for the summer term. If you have taken EDUC 794a, are currently enrolled in EDUC 794b, and are hoping to meet the April 2 / July 2 upload deadlines, then you do not need to register for summer. If you are missing any coursework, please contact me directly for departments clearance as soon as possible!

4) 2012 – 2013 Rossier Continuing Student Scholarship Application – DUE MARCH 1, 2012

The Scholarship Application for continuing students is now available online, and should be submitted by no later than March 1, 2012. The review of these applications will take place during the month of March, with applicant notification not later than April 1, 2012. The application may be accessed and completed online at: https://usceducation.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_eljnbwCPSafZ7p2.

5) 2012 APRISE Study Tour and Fellowship Application – DUE MARCH 1, 2012

Would you like to travel to Hanoi and Singapore in May with Dr. Brewer and Dr. Gothold? The purpose of the study to increase students’ international exposure and provide the opportunity to contextualize educational practice and leadership from a global perspective. The fee for the May 2012 Study Tours will be $2,500 per person, plus applicable visa fees. A limited number of fellowships will be awarded based on merit as well as special circumstances. Please complete the Study Tour and Fellowship application (http://www.uscrossier.org/blogs/abroad/study-tour-application/) by March 1, 2012. If you have any questions, please contact Elizabeth Jordan at ejordan@usc.edu or the APRISE Office at 213-821-4420.

6) Dissertation Submission Workshop – RSVP by March 2, 2012

Please don’t forget to RSVP (to me) for the March 5^th Dissertation Submission Workshop from 4:00pm – 6:00pm in WPH 403! If you are hoping to defend and upload your dissertation by April 2 or July 2, you won’t want to miss out! The workshop will include presentations from the Doctoral Support Center, USC's Graduate School Thesis Editors, the Financial Aid Office, and the Ed.D. Program Office. We’ll be discussing exit loan counseling, commencement details, and so much more! You will also have the opportunity to hear from a student panel! Bring your business card to enter the raffle and win a prize!

84 days until the Doctoral Hooding Ceremony!

Keep calm and carry on! :)

Yevy

National Academy of Education Spencer Foundation Dissertation and Postdoctoral Fellowship Programs

The National Academy of Education (NAEd) invites applicants for the National Academy of Education/Spencer Dissertation Fellowship Program and the Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship Program.

The Dissertation Fellowship Program seeks to encourage a new generation of scholars to undertake research relevant to the improvement of  education. These $25,000 fellowships support individuals whose dissertations show potential for bringing fresh and constructive perspectives to the history, theory, or practice of formal or informal education anywhere in the world. Fellows will also attend professional development retreats and receive mentorship from NAEd members and other senior scholars in their field.
This highly competitive program aims to identify the most talented emerging researchers conducting dissertation research related to education. The Dissertation Fellowship program receives many more
applications than it can fund. This year, up to 600 applications are anticipated and about 20 fellowships
will be awarded.
 
Additional guidelines and the fellowship application form are available from our website
(www.naeducation.org). Deadline: October 3, 2011.

The NAEd/Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship Program supports early-career scholars working in critical
areas of educational scholarship. Fellows will receive $55,000 for one academic year of research, or
$27,500 for each of two contiguous years, working half time. Fellows will also attend professional
development retreats and receive mentorship from NAEd members and other senior scholars in their
field. Applicants must have had their Ph.D., Ed.D., or equivalent research degree conferred between
January 1, 2006, and December 31, 2011. This fellowship is non-residential, and applications from all
disciplines are encouraged. Up to twenty NAEd/Spencer Fellowships will be awarded.

Additional guidelines and the fellowship application are available from our website
(www.naeducation.org). Deadline: November 4, 2011.

Contact Information:
Philip Perrin, Program Officer - Professional Development Programs
E-mail: info@naeducation.org
Website: www.naeducation.org

National Academy of Education
500 5th St, NW
Washington, DC 20001

Dr. Gale Sinatra hiring web development assistance

Dr. Gale Sinatra, professor in Educational Psychology who is teaching the EDUC 712 Issues in Human Motivation course this semester, seeks a graduate student with experience in html, php, css, and editing the templates and functions of one or more cms systems (drupal, wordpress, etc.). You will be asked to develop a website from a detailed specification that will be provided. You should provide examples of your work by including URLs to the sites you have developed along with your resume and references, and explain what your role on those sites was. You should specify the CMS systems you have worked with, along with any other related skills you possess (e.g., photoshop experience, graphic design, etc.). Background in science or science education preferred. Apply by email to gsinatra@usc.edu.

International Program Assistant Employment Opportunity Deadline Monday Sept 5!

 

The Office of International Services (OIS) serves the needs of international students and visiting scholars at USC through a variety of advising services, programs and information resources. International Program Assistants (IPAs) at OIS design, publicize and implement programs to meet international student needs and facilitate interaction between international and domestic students. Being an IPA is more than just an on-campus job; it is a commitment to supporting the international student community at USC by providing creative programs that meet the unique needs of this population. Extensive training is provided.

 Job Responsibilities

• Work as a contributing member of the OIS team
• Design, publicize and implement programs for the USC community
• Provide OIS office support as needed

 Qualifications

• Full-time graduate student at USC (minimum GPA of 3.0 required for continuing students)
• Familiarity with USC community
• Interest in and sensitivity to cross-cultural adjustment issues
• Very good communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work both individually with minimal supervision and in a group setting as an active participant
• Good working knowledge of Adobe Acrobat Professional, MS Word, MS Excel and MS Publisher

 Time Commitment: 15 hours per week from September 19, 2011 – April 27, 2012

 Pay: $15.00 per hour

How to Apply:

Please submit the following to ois@usc.edu with "IPA Application" in subject line:

• Cover Letter addressing the following points:
• Cross-cultural experiences
• Previous experience in planning and organizing events and programs
• Resume
• List of 2-3 professional references and contact information
• Fall 2011 semester class schedule from OASIS

**Incomplete applications will not be considered**

Application Deadline: Monday, September 5, 2011

Successful applicants will be invited for interviews during the week of September 12.

 Please direct all inquiries to ois@usc.edu

 

I HABLO U - Paid Teaching Positions

I HABLO U

Spanish - English Bilingual Language Program

Paid Teaching Positions:

1) Intermediate Spanish for Adults

2) Beginning English for Adults

3) Intermediate English for Adults

September 12, 2011 - December 12, 2011

When: Mondays and Tuesdays, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Where: Vermont Avenue Elementary School (1435 W 27th Street at Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA)

Expectations:

• Bilingual or near-bilingual in Spanish and English
• Spanish/English teaching experience (preferred, but not required)
• Able to write weekly lesson plans and teach two nights per week
• Transportation to Vermont Elementary (less than 1 mile from campus)

To inquire further about and / or apply for this position, please contact Chris Van Booven at (714) 883-9672 or vanboove@usc.edu.

Professional Opportunity with the USC McNair Scholars Program

 The USC Mc Nair Scholars Program prepares academically talented undergraduates for graduate-level study ,with an emphasis on doctoral studies, through involvement in research, advising, mentorships, assistance with the graduate school application process, preparation for the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), and other scholarly activities. Participants are high-achieving students from historically underrepresented populations including first generation, low-income, and minority backgrounds. Annually, a cohort is recruited and a select group of students are awarded competitive stipends for summer research, they receive grants to fund participation in a research conference or to visit a prospective graduate program at a U.S. university, they acquire mentorship from faculty and graduate students, and they have opportunities to publish their research in academic journals.

The program is grant-based and sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education. The grant is administered by the USC Office of the Provost, Office of Undergraduate Programs. In collaboration with campus faculty, staff, and resource centers, the program works closely with participants as they complete their undergraduate requirements and strongly encourages them to participate in research and enroll in graduate programs. The Program Specialist possesses significant advising, administrative, and liaison responsibilities. Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Program Specialist works collaboratively in implementing the day-today operations of the program, including the recruitment and selection of cohort class, ongoing advisement and academic preparation of scholars, identifying and building relationships with faculty mentors, managing data and student records, arranging facilities and scheduling activities, developing and editing a newsletter and journal, updating a website and making design suggestions, and planning for the program's Spring Course and Summer Research Institute. The Program Specialist will assist the Director in monitoring the budget and expenditures, collecting data and submitting timely reports, and supervising undergraduate and graduate student staff.

To apply, submit an online USC Application including a Résumé & Letter of Introduction/Interest.

K-12 Leadership Development Conference

Save the Date!

July 14^th, 2011

The USC Rossier Dean’s Superintendents Advisory Group will sponsor the

K-12 Leadership Development Conference

The Courage to Lead – Being an Administrator in 21^st Century Public Education

This conference, with career advice and networking opportunities for those who are interested in school site administration, district office positions, and in becoming a Superintendent, will feature panel presentations by current superintendents and site administrators, and a keynote address by Dr. Rudy Castruita.

The event will be held at USC’s Davidson Conference Center from 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Watch for more details and registration information.

Teaching Assistant needed for EDPT 110 in Fall 2011

 Dr. Helena Seli is looking for a 25% time Undergraduate Teaching Assistant for EDPT 110 in the fall 2011 semester. The qualifications, responsibilities, and compensation are described on the flyer you can download below. If you are interested, please review the syllabus below and complete the application. Applications via the form attached below are due March 25.

Download Fall 2011 EDPT TA Flyer

Download EDPT 110 Syllabus Spring 2011

Download EDPT 110 Teaching Assistant Application Form Fall 2011

 

Going to NASPA 2011?

Then you're invited.

Dear NASPA attendees,

On behalf of the Rossier School of Education, I would like to invite you to attend the Friends of the University of Southern California reception on Tuesday, March 15, 7:00pm, during the 2011 NASPA Annual Conference in Philadelphia.

If you plan on attending this year’s conference and our reception, we ask that you rsvp to mmejorad@usc.edu so that we will have an accurate list of attendees.

We hope you can join us.

Thank you.

Carmen Mejorado

 

Feel free to bring along prospective Ed.D. candidates to meet representatives from the Rossier Office of Recruiting and Admissions, Ed.D. faculty members, and representatives from USC’s Division of Student Affairs.