Campus News

	Weekly Bulletin Online	From the Office of University Relations
	Volume 27 Issue 8	March 30, 2006
Inside: Campus News Spotlight on Excellence Communiversity News Calendar of Events Job Announcements WB Main Archive Alcorn Home	In other news... Student Support Services Program Comes Back We are pleased to announce that the Student Support Services Program is back and in full swing for the Spring 2006 semester! The Student Support Services Program provides an enriching college experience while being an empowering asset to all students who enter the program. As our continued commitment to excellence and success, our mission is to improve the lives of students by assisting them educationally, financially, and socially. As a SSS Participant, you will receive tutorial services, career information, and engage in cultural enrichment activities and workshops. These services are provided free of charge to all participants. Our ultimate goal is to provide you with the necessary services that ensure that you achieve your academic goals. You are invited to come to see us today and to learn what new opportunities are available for you. We strongly urge you to become an active Student Support Services Participant. Student support services staff includes Ms. Regina Rankin, Director; Ms. Savannah Gaines, Administrative Assistant; Ms. Katrina Campbell, Assistant Director /Counselor; Ms. Ayana McCoy, Guided Transitional Counselor; Mr. Jerry Howard, Tutorial Coordinator/Counselor. Bowles Hall, First Floor, Room 112 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., M-Th. 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. F 601-877-6220 Office 601-877-2481 Fax Alcorn State University Department of health, Physical Education & Recreation Health Fair & Wellness Day Date: April 5, 2006 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m Where: Davey L. Whitney Complex (Gym Floor) Nutrition Updates, Cancer Awareness, Beauty Tips, Facial, Alcohol Awareness, Teen Information, Safety Advice, Blood Sugar, Blood Pressure & Cholesterol Screening, Plus Much More ALL ARE INVITED! Call 877-6507 for more information ATTENTION ATTENTION USDA SUMMER INTERN JOB ANNOUNCEMENTS ARE NOW AVAILABLE IN THE OFFICE OF PLACEMENT SERVICES For more information contact the Office of Placement Services located in the James L. Bolden campus Union Building, Second floor, Room 9. The Alcorn Writing Center Welcomes All Students, faculty, & Staff. We can help you... Improve your writing Improve your editing Improve your proofreading Free Help!! 9:00-5:00, Mon.-Thurs. 9:00-12:00, Friday Location: Dumas Hall, Room 10 tel. (601) 877-2473 Apply Today! Alcorn State University Department of Biological Sciences Minority Health International Research Program (ASU-MHIRT) June 7 – August 10, 2006 Who Can Participate? Raising juniors / seniors (as of fall 2006) Majors in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, environmental science, health science, physics, mathematics, computer science, pre-professional, animal science, nursing, psychology, nutrition & behavioral sciences. Minimum GPA 3.0. Interest in careers in biomedical sciences or medicine or any aspect that effects human health and welfare. Graduate students in Biology or Biotechnology or Animal Science (must have demonstrated interest to pursue a doctorate program) Where The Training Will Be? Andhra University, Waltair, Visakhapatnam, India St. John’s Medical college and Institute of Population Health and Clinical Research, St. John’s National Academy of Health Sciences, Bangalore, India (Rated as one of the top ten medical institutions in India) Ten (10) weeks June 7-Aug 10, 2006 $5,563 Graduate $4,500 Undergraduate students Includes stipend & living expenses. (Local and international travel expenses are paid separately). $900 to attend national conference in USA to present research work. When Do I Apply? ASAP or Until all positions are filled Areas of Research Training NeuroToxicology Epidemiology Nutrition Clinical Psychology Environmental Toxicology Environmental Science Ethanopharmacology Human Physiology Hypoxia Microbiology Pharmacy “An excellent experience, if you are planning to pursue a professional or graduate program” - Past MIRT participants who are currently enrolled at professional or graduate schools. More Information & Where to Apply? Dr. Bettaiya Rajanna, Chair Rosemary Howard Sharada Rajanna Dept of Biology Dept of Biology Math & Computer Science MASC, Room # 322 / 313B MASC, Room 313A MASC, Room 123 Tel: 601-877-6681/6237 Tel: 601-877-6235 Tel. 601-877-3984 brajanna@lorman.alcorn.edu rhoward@lorman.alcorn.edu srajanna@lorman.alcorn.edu Unique opportunity to travel abroad and earn college credit for summer research!
University Relations Staff W. Christopher Cason, Director Sherita L Bailey, Administrative Assistant, Writer Elena Dobrynina, Staff Writer/International Student Recruiter
Mail: P.O. Box 389, Alcorn State, MS 39096-7500 ~ Phone: (601) 877-6130 ~ Email: elenad@alcorn.edu ~ Office: WWACB, Suite 511 ~