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Marshall Memos Fall 2020, Week 4

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Marshall College Announcements

Week 4: Drop Without 'W' & Change Grading Option Deadline   The last day to drop a course from your schedule without a ‘W’ recorded on your transcript and to change your grading option is this Friday, October 30 at 11:59PM. Consider receiving an email confirmation if you decide to make changes.   How to Drop a Class

Changing Grade Options

Community Sessions with Marshall Staff Mondays 3 - 4 pm (PST) Wednesdays 7 - 8 pm (PST)   Marshall Community Sessions are twice a week spaces for Marshall staff, faculty, alumni and students to come together around a particular topic of interest. It is an opportunity to share perspectives and engage in conversation. Mondays: Time to come together as a community for a Listening Session. Register here. Wednesdays: Open to anyone to come talk to staff who will be available in the zoom room to talk about anything related to safety, culture, and costumes. Register here. If you need any accommodations, please contact tmcstudentaffairs@ucsd.edu.   Learn More

Fall 2020 Listening Session October 26th | 3 pm (PST) Zoom   We invite all Marshall students to share their voice and perspective in our Fall Quarter 2020 Listening sessions. Marshall College staff, including Dean of Student Affairs Amber Vlasnik and Interim Assistant Dean of Student Affairs Fnann Keflezighi will be holding space for Marshall students to share their thoughts and perspectives on their current student experience. All topics, concerns, praises and feedback are welcomed.   Register Here

Get to Know Your Ballot October 28th | 5 pm (PST) Zoom Link   Join the Active Community of Thurgood Marshall in understanding the impact of local politics and why your vote matters! Be fulfilled as a Marshall Scholar and Citizen by taking the time to learn about the upcoming elections. Find out what will be on the ballot before you go vote and how to stay involved if you have already voted with a presentation by the Associated Students Office of Local Affairs.    Learn More

Thurgood Thursdays Live October 29th | 12:30 pm (PST) Instagram Live   Thurgood Thursdays Live is continuing! Connect and meet fellow Marshall students and staff through Instagram Live. Tune into the conversation and ask them any question that you have. This week, Tracy Del-Castillo, a Triton Health Ambassador, will be going Live with our Host, Shayna Frink. Meet Julia online and chat with her about what it's like living on campus, being a THA, and attending in-person classes!   Join Us Online

Each One Reach One (EORO) Peer Mentor Program Apply by November 6th | 5 pm (PST)   You don't have to be alone this Fall! At Marshall College, each one reaches one! We are proud to announce that applications are now open for the Each One Reach One (EORO) Peer Mentor program. Open to all first-year students and second-year students enrolled at Marshall College, EORO brings together second-year mentors with first-year mentees. Mentors help mentees understand the campus, learn resources, navigate their first year, and make a new friend. Mentees have the benefit of learning from more experienced students, and mentors can develop and refine their mentorship skills. Applications are due Friday, November 6th, 5:00pm! If you are interested in applying, please apply via the link. If you have additional questions, please email c8lewis@ucsd.edu   Apply Here

Events from the Colleges

Global Interviews   Global Interviews are back! Whether you’re on campus, at home, or abroad, we want to hear how Fall Quarter is going for you. If you're interested in sharing your story or joining the conversation, please email globalforumihouse@ucsd.edu for more details, and make sure to check out last year's Global Interviews on Facebook page.   Join the Conversation     iCafe - Your Passport to Culture: Spain   Fridays | 12 - 1 pm (PST) Register Here Global Education has partnered with Outreach International for students to share their culture, Extension International to host Travel Trivia, and Recreation to share our Global Playground. You are invited to share a recipe in the Cook Club (and receive a free apron!). #iCafé! No passport, no face mask, no cost!   Learn More

First-Gen Series: The Role of Self-Care and Collective Care   November 10th | 12:30 - 1:30 pm (PST) College and life demands a lot of us. The list of items you are attending to can go on and on. Join us as we discuss the importance of both self and collective care. We will share strategies and resources.   Learn More

LunaFest Film Festival   Two showings: November 13th | 7 pm (PST) *live, hosted program* November 14th | At a time convenient for you with 24-hour access A series of short films to inspire women, champion change, and demand that equality be a right, not an option.   Register Here

Resources for Your Success

HDH Dining Services Fall 2020 Hours   Note the updated times for HDH Dining Services for Fall 2020.One important one to remember is that OceanView, John's Market, 64 Degrees and the Bistro will be closed on the weekends. These hours are currently reflected on the HDH website, which you can access below.   HDH Dining Hours

Fall on the Playground   A new set of Playground classes just started for Fall quarter! Choose from a variety of LIVE Zoom classes everyday including yoga, guitar, dance, watercolor, cooking, fitness and more. A full schedule can be found on our Playground site link below. Make sure to get your Fall one-time password for access; this will allow us to provide you better security and an improved customer experience within our virtual environment.   Access the Playground

Download the CA COVID Notify App   Together, we CAN help fight COVID-19. CA COVID-19 Notify, published by the state of California, uses the Exposure Notifications System from Google & Apple to alert you when you've been exposed to COVID-19. One of the key tools to fight COVID-19 and slow its spread is right in your pocket. It will quickly notify you if you’ve likely been exposed, allowing you to seek medical attention & reduce risk for your loved ones. Stay updated on Return to Learn.   Learn How It Works

Virtual Events Around Campus

Job Opportunity as a Writing Mentor   Do you enjoy work that involves peer collaboration? UCSD's Analytical Writing Program (AWP) is now hiring undergraduates to work as writing mentors for the 2020 - 2021 school year. Writing Mentors within the Analytical Writing Program’s Embedded Writing Mentor Program work with their peers to help them become better, more confident writers—by teaching and leading conversations about students’ writing strengths and challenges. For more details and to apply, visit the job posting for the AWP Tutor (Embedded Writing Mentor) 2020 - 2021 on ASES. Zoom interviews are currently being scheduled. Two-quarter and full-year positions are available.   Apply Here

Study Abroad Expo   October 26th - 30th Don't miss Study Abroad Expo Week 2020! From October 26-30, Study Abroad will be offering over 70 live and recorded programs on issues ranging from financial aid and scholarships; UCEAP, OAP, and Global Seminars; diversity and identity issues abroad; post-graduation opportunities abroad; internship and research opportunities abroad; study abroad programs in STEM and other majors; and much, much more! Register and be entered to win Airbnb credits! Registration and more information available in the link below.   Learn More

Microtomes (+uCHARM) GBM 3: Honey and The War on Antibiotic Resistance   October 28th | 7 - 8 pm (PST) Microtomes will be hosting a collaborative event with uCHARM, and together we’ll be discussing the potential of honey to serve as an antibiotic treatment option amidst growing concerns of antibacterial resistance.   Register Here

Application Assistance Webinar   October 30th | 12 - 2 pm (PST) Do you have questions about CalFresh? Want to apply? Come to our Application Assistance Webinar! Our CalFresh Outreach Assistants will help you apply and answer any questions you may have along the way! Use the link below to register for the event.   Register Here

Fall Restorative Practices Discussions   October 30th | 4:30 pm (PST) November 4th | 4:30 pm (PST) November 5th | 4:30 pm (PST) Please join to discuss anxieties around the elections, community, and our collective well being. Space is limited, so register early!   Register Here

Native American Heritage Month Kickoff   November 6th | 12 pm (PST) Intertribal Resource Center and the Native American campus community cordially invite you to celebrate the 14th Annual Native American Heritage Month (NAHM) Kickoff on Friday, November 6, 2020. This FREE virtual event will kick off a month-long schedule of activities honoring NAHM.   Learn More

Marshall Community Hours

Provost, Leslie Carver Available by appointment: Email tmcprovost@ucsd.edu to schedule.   Dean of Academic Advising,  Clare Harrington Available by appointment. Please send a message to the Virtual Advising Center.   Assistant Dean of Academic Advising, Emily Gonzales  Available by appointment: Please send a message to the Virtual Advising Center.

Dean of Student Affairs, Amber Vlasnik Thursdays 4-5:30pm (PST) Zoom Link Email tmcstudentaffairs @ucsd.edu for more info   Dimensions of Culture (DOC) Director, Amanda Solomon Available by appointment: Email alsolomon@ucsd.edu to schedule.   Dimensions of Culture (DOC) Associate Director, Emily Johnston Available by appointment: Email e2johnston@ucsd.edu to schedule.

Interim Assistant Dean of Student Affairs, Fnann Keflezighi Tuesdays 4-5pm (PST) Fridays 12-1pm (PST) Zoom ID-335 971 0463 Email fkeflezighi @ucsd.edu for more info

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