STUDENT AFFAIRS

Welcome to the Student Newsletter section. In addition to scholar-related information, this page is supplemented quarterly with articles written by members of the Student Affairs Committee (SAC). The needs of students are an important factor in the overall future success of this organization, and we as a group of volunteers hope to provide you with some information that enhances your life as a student. The SAC includes twelve students in the  U.S. who have been elected by our ACSM regional chapters; a board liaison who is elected by the entire membership, and a staff liaison who coordinates communication and action items. The purpose of the SAC is to act as a facilitator between the students and both the Board of Trustees and the general population of ACSM.

If you have ideas for future articles, want to see specific information in this section, or have questions and/or comments, please do not hesitate to e- mail Karen J. Pierce, our staff liaison at the ACSM National Office at kjpierce@acsm.org

Click here  to access the student volunteer assigned to your region.

Click here to access the Michael L. Pollock Student Scholarship Application

ACSM's Degree Guide - As part of our continuous service improvement to participating institutions and the public, the College has partnered with hpcareer.net, llc and Lippincott Williams & Wilkins to offer expanded opportunities, resources and outreach through this new online search tool.  This free, online resource highlights graduate and undergraduate programs at leading institutions.  Interested students may search institution by location or concentration. 

Job Opportunities
ACSM's Job Center is a resource for those in the job market.  You can access to job openings, internships and graduate assistantships by clicking here.

ACSM Scholarships & Awards
ACSM also extends the following opportunities for students to help offset their tuition.  Learn more about ACSM scholarships, grants, and awards!

STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES
Did you know that many discounts are available to students through ACSM? Student membership allows a significantly lower fee for yearly membership, while maintaining all the same benefits as a full member. Also, all meeting registration fee structures have a special student section that allows a generous discount.

Involvement at the "grass roots" level of ACSM - through our Regional Chapters - is an excellent way for many students to gain the experience they need. You can serve on committees, submit research papers at regional meetings, voice student concerns locally, and gain networking opportunities with distinguished ACSM members.

2008 Annual Meeting Student Events

Indianapolisfull of events and opportunities for students.  Below is a synopsis, so be sure to take the time out of your schedule to attend these important programs:

Student Colloquium

“Strategies for Professional Success: Using ACSM as a Leadership Laboratory”

Date and Location: TBD
Tickets: No extra cost or ticket required
Audience: Geared toward individuals who are wanting to learn more about what ACSM has to offer regionally, nationally and to gain general programmatic knowledge.

Featured Speakers:

Barry Franklin, Ph.D., FACSM
Beaumont Health Center 
Royal Oak, MI

Bill Farquhar, Ph.D., FACSM
Univ. of Delaware
Newark, DE

William O. Roberts, M.D., FACSM
Univ. of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN

Description: The 2008 Student Colloquium will provide students and young investigators with strategies to enhance their professional development by means of utilizing opportunities afforded by ACSM.  Students will learn how to utilize opportunities at the regional and national level of ACSM as well as opportunities that exist beyond the realm of annual ACSM meetings.  This colloquium will provide insight on how to enhance strategies for professional success, including goal setting, leadership skills and ACSM involvement.

Meet the Expert Networking Session

Date and Location TBD
Tickets: FREE at the Student Help Desk in the ACSM Registration area. Ticket is REQUIRED for entrance (no exceptions). Limited to first 100 students.
Audience: For the fifth consecutive year, this session was designed to give students the opportunity to meet ACSM leaders one-on-one to chat with them about career, school, life goals and overall experience in their field. Come hear ‘guru’ advice from some of the distinguished members of ACSM. Participants to be confirmed by Spring 2008.

Student Help Desk

Located in the ACSM registration area, this service was created to get many of your FAQs about the Annual Meeting answered by members of the Student Affairs Committee. Get your ticket

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