Dean’s Professional Development Conference Fund for Spring 2024 – Application Open April 8th

Dear OCL Students,

 

Please the important message below from our Assistant Dean of Student Affairs, Jessica Gibson:

 

Dear students,

I hope that your spring semester is going well. As we reflect on our students’ academic achievements, please know that we also recognize the importance of your professional development.

The Dean is continuing his Student Professional Development Conference Fund in support of our students’ engagement in professional conferences. If you attend a professional conference this spring semester, you can submit a request to receive up to $250 toward the expenses of the conference. To apply, respond to the questions below, and upload your proof of conference registration. The conference date can be between January 1, 2024 and June 1, 2024. You do not need to wait until after the conference to apply for the fund, but you do need to have registered for the conference and be able to present the receipt.

Please note that funding is limited, and will be awarded in the order that completed requests are received. When the total number of available awards have been granted, there will be no further spring opportunities. To be considered, your application must be complete, with thorough responses to the questions on the submission form. Applicants must be registered in a course this term to be eligible.

 

The application will open on Monday, April 8 at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time. At that time, to apply, follow this link to answer a few questions and upload your proof of conference registration. As you prepare for the launch of the survey, you can consider your responses to these questions:

  • What were your goals for the conference?
  • How does the conference content relate to your academic studies?

The Dean is pleased to support your development as you strengthen your professional practice.

Sincerely,

Jessica Gibson

Assistant Dean for Student Affairs

RSOC Executive Board Application – Apply by April 12th

Dear OCL Students,

 

Please see the important message below from the Rossier Student Organization Council (RSOC):

 

The Rossier Student Organization Council (RSOC) invites you to apply to join the Executive Board for the 2024-2025 academic year. Applications are now open for President, Vice President, as well as Finance and Communications Chairs. The application will close on Friday April 12th and can be accessed hereClick here to view the recording from our Elections Information Session. 

 

RSOC aims to support student empowerment and agency by fostering community, belonging, and transparency among all stakeholders and is committed to advancing equity, taking action, and challenging educational systems at Rossier and beyond.

 

You may contact rsorossier@gmail.com if you have any questions.

 

Sincerely,

EdD Program Office

AERA Membership Discount for Rossier Students

Dear OCL Students,

 

We are pleased to inform you of an exciting opportunity to join AERA at a discounted rate.

 

The Rossier School of Education at USC is partnering with American Educational Research Association (AERA) to offer you reduced dues for graduate student membership. This 1-year introductory program is a unique opportunity open only to doctoral students who have not been members of AERA previously.

 

The discounted membership price is $25 and includes membership through December 31, 2024. AERA membership includes a host of benefits including journal access, community and network building, professional development sessions, and more. The AERA Annual Meeting will be in Philadelphia in April 11-14, 2024, and anyone is welcome to register and take part. Please see packet for more information!

 

Steps to Join AERA for $25:

 

  • Visit https://www.aera.net/Cohort2024
  • You may log into your existing account or create a new account.
  • Select University of Southern California from the dropdown menu of schools as part of the application process.
  • Enter this code to access the $25 rate: 2024COHORT

 

Many faculty and graduate students in the school are active members of AERA and can attest to the value of this organization. If you have never been a member, now is a great time to join! If you have any trouble, you can reach out to Sean Twombly at AERA at stwombly@aera.net.

 

Sincerely,

EdD Program Office