Greetings from Naropa University Career Services

I write to share some of the resources available this semester through Career Services.

WORKSHOPS, PANELS, AND FAIRS

SPRING 2011

Free for Naropa alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends.

RSVP to all events by emailing ssteward@naropa.edu or calling 303.245.4863.

Graduate Psychology Internship Fair

Friday, January 28 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (fair) 12:30 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. (organization information sessions) on the Arapahoe Campus in PAC (Performing Arts Center)

If you are a graduate psychology student, learn about practica and internship opportunities from representatives from over 19 organizations. Co-sponsored with Contemplative Psychotherapy, Somatic Counseling Psychology, and Transpersonal Counseling Psychology.

Naropa Love Stories: How and Why Alumni Love Naropa

Wednesday, February 16 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:20 p.m. on the Arapahoe Campus in PAC (Performing Arts Center)

Please bring your lunch as we listen to three Naropa alumni share their stories. Co-sponsored with Admissions and Advancement

The Nuts and Bolts of Private Practice Alumni Panel
Monday, February 21 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on the Paramita Campus in Virya

Three Naropa alumni will share their experience with private practice and offer practical tips and advice. Co-sponsored with Alumni Relations

Networking: A Boost to Your Career or Business
Monday, March 14 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 p.m. on the Paramita Campus in Virya

Join us as we explore tools for developing networking skills and strategies to enhance your career or business. This event will also help prepare you for the Career and Networking Fair on Wednesday, March 30. Co-sponsored with Alumni Relations

Career and Networking Fair

Wednesday, March 30 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the Arapahoe Campus in PAC (Performing Arts Center)

Network with area professionals and alumni to learn about various careers and professional fields in a casual, relaxed atmosphere. Co-sponsored with Alumni Relations

Performing Arts, Visual Arts, and Music Alumni Panel
Thursday, April 7 from 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. on the Arapahoe Campus in Sycamore 8120

Bring your lunch as three Naropa alumni share how they have applied their degrees in performing arts, visual arts, and music into the world of work. They will also share tips and advice. Co-sponsored with Alumni Relations

Resume and Cover Letter Writing Workshop

Monday, April 4 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on the Arapahoe Campus in Sycamore 8130

Job Search Strategies and Resources Workshop

Tuesday, April 5 from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on the Arapahoe Campus in Lincoln Studio

The Art of Interviewing Workshop

Thursday, April 7 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on the Arapahoe Campus in Sycamore 8120

INDIVIDUAL APPOINTMENTS

Career Services also offers free individual appointments for Naropa students and alumni.

I am happy to meet in-person or - if you are at a distance - over the phone. We’re here to help you:

Explore interests, values, skills, and talents

Identify potential academic and career paths

Develop internship and job search strategies

Plan graduate school or other educational application processes

Learn to write cover letters and resumes

Prepare for interviews

Or assist with any other career-related concerns, questions, etc.

To schedule an appointment, contact Sarah at 303.245.4863 or ssteward@naropa.edu.

CAREER SERVICES WEBSITE

Career Services has several resources for students, alumni, faculty, and staff available online.

Visit www.naropa.edu/careerservices.

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Sarah Steward

Career Services Coordinator

Student Affairs

Naropa University

2130 Arapahoe Ave

Boulder, CO 80302

V: 303.245.4863

F: 303.245.4795

www.naropa.edu/careerservices

Crusty dishes, clogged sinks, and toilets

Roommates. Ah, a familiar topic for me. If I have learned anything by now it's that if you want to convey a message to a roommate, you NEED to do it in a "contemplative" manner.
Do NOT send them an angry text detailing and describing the crusted leftover dishes, the unflushed toilets, and the hair in the drain that is bothering you. In fact, communicating any of this over a cellular device is probably not the greatest idea. As hard as it is, mention it to the roommate instead of attacking them! For example.... "Hey (insert name here) do you think you try and keep the room a little cleaner by picking up the dishes when you're done eating" And then later in the day, "dude could you flush the toilet? I'd really appreciate that..." and finally, "have you noticed that the sink isn't draining, maybe we can clean it out TOGETHER"

I think that sounds much better than a list of issues you have with the said roommate, they won't feel attacked, and you won't feel the need to yell.

It's a splendid compromise, and I wish I knew that when I got here!
haha.

Stress Reduction through Yoga

Do you want to live your life with less stress?
Let go of stress and use your energy in your creative work?

We can help. Join Michelle McAlpin, Naropa Counseling Center Intern and experienced yoga nidra facilitator, on Wednesdays, 5 pm, beginning January 19 at the Nalanda Campus.

Meet at the Green Room, just inside the back entrance. Each session will have a brief introduction, about 45 minutes of yoga nidra, and an optional 30 minute discussion.

No experience necessary and all are welcome.

To express interest or find out more, email Michelle at: mmcalpin@students.naropa.edu.

Transitions and Goal Setting

A Workshop Presented by the Academic Support Program

Open to the Naropa University Undergraduate Community!

Wednesday, January 19^th, 2011

12:00 – 1:00 p.m.

Lincoln Lecture Hall

This is an informative workshop meant to assist students with their integration into the start of a new semester. We will teach a method to help you identify your personal goals and discuss a variety of ideas on how to achieve them. All undergraduate students are welcome and encouraged to attend!

For more information please contact:

Sarah Jeffrey at sjeffrey@students.naropa.edu

or

Lori Dougherty at ldougherty@students.naropa.edu

Speaker Series from the Counseling Center!

Remember that survey the Counseling Center sent out last semester? We asked you what psychoeducational topics you'd be interested in learning about.
About 150 of you answered (and some received gift cards for their trouble). That's amazing. Thank you!!
We are excited to announce that we have arranged a speaker series based on the topics that interested you the most.
Without further ado, here's the lineup. Mark your calendars! Forward to friends and colleagues! Come join us!

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FOOD AND MOOD: The Link Between Nutrition and Emotion
Presented by Stephanie Pollack
Tuesday, 1/25, 1130am to 1230pm in Paramita Hall

SEXUAL ASSAULT: Facts and Contemplative / Experiential Approaches to Healing and Advocacy
Presented by the staff of MESA (Movement to End Sexual Assault)
Tuesday, 2/22, 12pm to 130pm in the Student Center (Arapahoe)

HOLISTIC APPROACHES TO MENTAL HEALTH
Presented by Dr. Leon Evans
Tuesday, 3/29, 1130am to 1230pm in Paramita Hall

THE HIGHLY SENSITIVE PERSON (http://www.hsperson.com/)
Presented by Dr. Paul Radde
Tuesday, 4/19, 12pm to 130pm in the Student Center (Arapahoe)
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And, as always, we at the Counseling Center are here for you whether you're in crisis, looking for longer-term therapy or a group, or just need someone to process with. Find out more about our resources here: http://www.naropa.edu/studentlife/cose_coun_ctr.cfm

HEARTY WELCOME BACK!

Greetings lovely Snow-Lioners!

We're all excited to see you here in the New Year! Hope everyone had a wonderful break filled with relaxation and loved ones, if a bit busy!

If you all haven't noticed there are new door decorations as so many of you moved around and we have new resident this semester. So be sure to stop and say hi to any new faces!

There's also another piece of paper on your doors with all the dates for the Community Meetings and Snow Lion Council Meetings! Just in case your paper blew away or got recycled, here's the low-down:

COMMUNITY MEETINGS!

Weds. 1/12 Community Meeting #1 --Student Center 12-1:30pm
Weds. 2/16 Community Meeting #2 -- Student Center 12-1:30pm
Weds. 3/16 Community Meeting #3 --Student Center 12-1:30pm
Weds. 3/30 Community Meeting #4 --Student Center 12-1:30pm
Weds. 5/4 Community Meeting #5 -- Student Center 12-1:30pm


SNOW LION COUNCIL!

Weds. 2/2 Council Meeting #1 --Community Room
Weds. 2/23 Council Meeting #2 --Community Room
Weds. 4/27 Council Meeting #3 --Community Room
Weds. TBA Council Meeting #4 --Community Room


ATTENTION COOKS OF SNOW LION!
I'm hoping to get us on some sort of rotation for cooking for the community meetings. Shoot me an e-mail at lfike@students.naropa.edu or knock on my door #311 to sign up!


It's winter time so let's bring the heat to this spring semester!! ;)