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and anyone who is interested in knowing what is required to be admitted to Alcorn’s Associate of Science Degree in Nursing or Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing program.

You are invited to a workshop from 11:00 - 12:00 on Thursday, October 4, in the Lecture Hall, Room 300, at the Natchez Copiah Lincoln Campus.

For more information contact Debbie Redfield, Alcorn School of Nursing Counselor/Enrollment Coordinator and Prenursing Advisor 601-304-4300

Security Global Investors (SGI) is a multi-product asset manager with specialized investment teams focusing on fixed income, domestic equity and global equity strategies. SGI clients include institutional buyers, corporations, non-profit organizations, retirement programs, mutual funds and insurance companies. Firm assets under management were $11.1 bil as of June 30, 2007. SGI is a wholly owned subsidiary of Security Benefit Corporation.

The Equity Trader is a member of the Operations Team. The team is responsible for domestic equity trading functions as well as asset management technology. In addition the Operations Team is also responsible for fixed-income team support including performance/attribution and risk reporting, client reporting, and compliancy with the GIPS standards.

• Execute equity purchases and sales authorized by portfolio managers and input into firm’s trade order management system

• Provide portfolio managers with ongoing information about market sentiment, trading environment, trading volume, and price volatility

• At least 5 years institutional experience trading equities; small/mid cap equity and options experience is preferred

• Experience in using trade order management systems, knowledge of automated trading tools and alternative sources of liquidity, and experience in program trading are preferred

Salary: Security Benefit associates are eligible for a very competitive compensation and benefit package including incentives, health/life insurance, personal leave, 401(k), profit sharing, onsite health clinic and much more.

To Apply: Click on “Careers” at www.securitybenefit.com to apply by completing our online application and to view more information. EOE.

Alcorn State University Placement Services host a Graduate and Professional School Information Day on Sept 19, 2007. The activity will take place in the James L. Bolden Campus Union Building Ballroom, at 9 a.m. - 12 noon and 1-3pm. Open to all population. For details call Placement Services at 601-877-6324.

Alcorn State University Placement Services host a Career Day on October 3, 2007. General assembly will take place in the Ray Johnson Assembly Center at 9:05 a.m. followed by exhibits and classroom visits at 10 a.m.- 12 noon and 1-3pm. For more info call Placement Services at 601-877-6324.

Anybody needing transportation from Natchez to travel to Lorman, MS (Alcorn main campus) can call ad sign up.

Contact: Mr. Denver (Head of Natchez Transportation Dept.) 601-445-7568; Tandeka A. Phillips 504-352-2870; or Kelvin 601-442-4970

Accepts applications for children ages 6-months - four
Applications may be picked up from
Eunice Powell Hall Child Development Center.

Student Support Services News

The TRiO (Student Support Services/Upward Bound) website it now up and running!

Go to: www.alcorn.edu

Click on Academics, then College for Excellence, then scroll down to TRIO PROGRAMS!

Downloadable applications and other forms will be added shortly!

Math Center Hours
9AM to 2PM Monday through Saturday
4PM to 8PM Monday to Friday

All those who need help in mathematics courses like College Algebra, Intermediate Algebra, Introductory Algebra, Calculus, Trigonometry, Statistics, etc., can approach Math Center for better learning. Tutoring is free for all the students of Alcorn State University.

We need your co-operation to create awareness among students about the availability of free math tutoring at Alcorn State University.

For more information contact
Satya Sreedevi Redla, Head
Math Center
Alcorn State University
Ph# (601)877-6692

	Weekly Bulletin Online	From the Office of University Relations
	Volume 29 Issue 14	September 6, 2007
Inside: Campus News Spotlight on Excellence Communiversity News Calendar of Events Job Announcements WB Main Archive Alcorn Home	In other news... CO-LIN LPN STUDENTS/ CO-LIN PRENURSING STUDENTS/ ALCORN PRENURSING STUDENTS and anyone who is interested in knowing what is required to be admitted to Alcorn’s Associate of Science Degree in Nursing or Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing program. You are invited to a workshop from 11:00 - 12:00 on Thursday, October 4, in the Lecture Hall, Room 300, at the Natchez Copiah Lincoln Campus. Please come, bring your parents if you wish and your questions. For more information contact Debbie Redfield, Alcorn School of Nursing Counselor/Enrollment Coordinator and Prenursing Advisor 601-304-4300 Job opportunity for ASU students/alumni Job Title: Equity Trader Job Title: Equity Trader Company: Security Global Investors Location: Topeka, Kansas Responsibilities: Security Global Investors (SGI) is a multi-product asset manager with specialized investment teams focusing on fixed income, domestic equity and global equity strategies. SGI clients include institutional buyers, corporations, non-profit organizations, retirement programs, mutual funds and insurance companies. Firm assets under management were $11.1 bil as of June 30, 2007. SGI is a wholly owned subsidiary of Security Benefit Corporation. The Equity Trader is a member of the Operations Team. The team is responsible for domestic equity trading functions as well as asset management technology. In addition the Operations Team is also responsible for fixed-income team support including performance/attribution and risk reporting, client reporting, and compliancy with the GIPS standards. Duties: • Execute equity purchases and sales authorized by portfolio managers and input into firm’s trade order management system • Develop and maintain relationships with securities dealers • Provide portfolio managers with ongoing information about market sentiment, trading environment, trading volume, and price volatility • Reconcile daily trade order management and portfolio accounting systems • Assist in resolving equity settlement issues • Prepare trading reports as necessary • Maintain compliance with all regulatory bodies Qualifications: • At least 5 years institutional experience trading equities; small/mid cap equity and options experience is preferred • NASD Series 7 and 55 licenses preferred • Experience in using trade order management systems, knowledge of automated trading tools and alternative sources of liquidity, and experience in program trading are preferred • Bachelor’s degree in Business, or equivalent, is required • Strong communication and negotiation skills are required Salary: Security Benefit associates are eligible for a very competitive compensation and benefit package including incentives, health/life insurance, personal leave, 401(k), profit sharing, onsite health clinic and much more. To Apply: Click on “Careers” at www.securitybenefit.com to apply by completing our online application and to view more information. EOE. Alcorn State University Placement Services host a Graduate and Professional School Information Day on Sept 19, 2007. The activity will take place in the James L. Bolden Campus Union Building Ballroom, at 9 a.m. - 12 noon and 1-3pm. Open to all population. For details call Placement Services at 601-877-6324. Alcorn State University Placement Services host a Career Day on October 3, 2007. General assembly will take place in the Ray Johnson Assembly Center at 9:05 a.m. followed by exhibits and classroom visits at 10 a.m.- 12 noon and 1-3pm. For more info call Placement Services at 601-877-6324. Attention All Alcorn State University Students!!! Natchez Transit System Anybody needing transportation from Natchez to travel to Lorman, MS (Alcorn main campus) can call ad sign up. Note: a minimum of 5 people; more encouraged to sign up Contact: Mr. Denver (Head of Natchez Transportation Dept.) 601-445-7568; Tandeka A. Phillips 504-352-2870; or Kelvin 601-442-4970 Child Development Center Accepts applications for children ages 6-months - four Applications may be picked up from Eunice Powell Hall Child Development Center. For further information contact Dr. Grace Prowell at ext. 6255 or 6252 Student Support Services News The TRiO (Student Support Services/Upward Bound) website it now up and running! Go to: www.alcorn.edu Click on Academics, then College for Excellence, then scroll down to TRIO PROGRAMS! Downloadable applications and other forms will be added shortly! ASU Math Center funded by Title-III is opened on Saturdays Math Center Hours 9AM to 2PM Monday through Saturday 4PM to 8PM Monday to Friday All those who need help in mathematics courses like College Algebra, Intermediate Algebra, Introductory Algebra, Calculus, Trigonometry, Statistics, etc., can approach Math Center for better learning. Tutoring is free for all the students of Alcorn State University. We need your co-operation to create awareness among students about the availability of free math tutoring at Alcorn State University. For more information contact Satya Sreedevi Redla, Head Math Center Alcorn State University Ph# (601)877-6692
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 ~