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A number of KU courses and services are designed to provide support for graduate students. These courses, available for summer and fall 2008, are shown in the linked Word document. Contact Christine Jensen Sundstrom, 864-1322, cjensen@ku.edu,
KUPD has several events kicking off this May that are sure to impress; be sure to check out the May Announcements in PowerPoint by clicking here. The Kansas Union is playing host to Dr. Helen Tager-Flusberg of Boston University for her lecture "Language in Autism" on May 1st. The following day, The Department of Special Education and KUPD are holding their recognition ceremony for students, emetri faculty, friends and colleagues. Lastly, the Department of Special Education is holding their Culminating Event for their 50th Anniversary at the Kansas Union on Saturday, May 10th.
Take a look at KUPD's April Announcements, to learn more about some of KUPD's upcoming events. Included within the announcement is information about the next Luncheon Lecture with Dr. Bob Clark. In addition, there are details concerning the upcoming 50th Anniversary Professional Development Day deadlines.
The KUPD Student Conference is designed as a forum for students. It provides an opportunity for KU students to present their research in preparation for master's thesis/projects, oral exams, upcoming conferences, and dissertation defenses.
We are pleased to announce our keynote speaker will be Dr. Steve Graham, Professor and Currey-Ingram Chair, Department of Special Education, Vanderbilt University and former KU Grad - 1978. This year's conference will be an integral part of the 50th Anniversary celebration of the KU Department of Special Education. For more information, contact KUPD at KUPD@ku.edu.
Click here for March 2008 Announcements
Volunteer Opportunity - Sign up to assist with the Family Enrichment Weekend, April 12, 2008
For all the students that are starting to think about their Summer or Fall practicum plans, both the Adaptive, Functional, Deaf & Hard of Hearing and Autism Spectrum Disorders practicum and the Early Childhood Unified Program applications are now available online. Graduate Students planning to enroll in SPED 775 or SPED 875 this Summer or Fall 08, please complete this attached application form by April 1, 2008 to be considered. Graduate Students planning to enroll in SPED 739 for the Summer or Fall 2008 semesters, please complete this application form by April 1, 2008 to be considered.
Please contact Deb Griswold (dgriz@ku.edu) if you have any further questions concerning SPED 775 & SPED 875 or Sue Lanyon (slanyon@ku.edu) if you have any further questions concerning SPED 739.
In addition, there is a mandatory orientation meeting that will be held on Monday, May 12 from 6pm to 8:30pm at the Edwards Campus for those planning on enrolling in SPED 775 or SPED 875.
Please note the following value-added experiences designed to complement formal programs of study.
Spring 2008 Seminars
The Course Syllabus: A Window into One's Teaching
(February 7, 14, 21, 28) 1:30-3:00 pm 550 JRP
This seminar focuses on developing a course from the perspective of reflection on the course syllabus. Discussion will include initial development of a syllabus and making a prepared syllabus your own.
Becoming a Scholar: Publishing and Peer Review
(March 13, 27, April 10, 24) 1:30-3:00 pm 550 JRP
This seminar focuses on the manuscript development process from the following perspectives: submission venues, reviewers and editors, and the "personal" aspects of rejection, revise and resubmit.
*** The seminars will be offered on a rotating basis typically during Spring Semester and summer. There is no KU enrollment required; however, on-line registration is available (currently through kudoctoralstudies.wetpaint.com). Additional topics may be offered depending on doctoral student interest.
As we close the Fall semester and prepare for the holidays, KUPD is excited to announce its 2008 leadership team. Congratulations to new President Shea Obremski, Vice President Kathleen Kyzar, Secretary Dan Pollitt, Treasurer Mary Pearson, and Communications Director Susanne James. The new leadership was announced at the KUPD end of the semester gathering on December 7th. Many thanks to Dr. Sandra Gautt for hosting this event. KUPD extends thanks and appreciation to exiting President Luchara Sayles Wallace, Co-Vice Presidents Shea Obremski and Maya Israel, Treasurer Kathleen Kyzar, and Secretary Pam Epley. Their leadership, dedication, and hard work benefited KUPD tremendously.
The KUPD Luncheon Lecture Series will resume February 14, 2008, 12:00-1:30 in JRP room 247. Look for details on the topic of this lecture in January. Other Luncheon Lecture dates include March 20th and April 17th. More details to follow.
Finally, the annual KUPD Student Research Conference is up and under way. Mark your calendars to join us on March 14 th, 2008 9:00 am in the Kansas Union. For more information you can contact Jan Klein at kleinja6@ku.edu.
KUPD wishes Happy Holidays and a safe and Happy New Year to all.
KUPD can use your talents and input with this semester's planned professional and social activities. Any student interested in the disability field can review the list of planned activities in the KUPD Events section and email KUPD (kupd@ku.edu) or one of the leadership team to get involved: President Shea Obremski (obremski@ku.edu), Vice President Kathleen Kyzar (kkyzar@ku.edu), Secretary Dan Pollitt (dtpollitt@gmail.com), or Treasurer Mary Pearson (mmpson@ku.edu).
The leadership team would like your feedback; We want to make KUPD the best student organization possible and we can not do that without you! Please complete the survey here to share your ideas about future programming and activities.
The School of Education Scholarship Application is now on-line. This year students will have to apply only once to be considered for both donor-based and achievement-based scholarships—the latter being funded by the School’s tuition-enhancement credit hour fee.
Scholarship recommendations from faculty are only required for graduate students. To simplify the process for students and faculty, a brief recommendation form has been prepared for the faculty recommender to complete, and only one (1) recommendation is required per application.
Students who want to be considered for financial need-based scholarships this year must fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)—available online through the Office of Student Financial Aid. International students who wish to be considered for need-based scholarships must complete the International Student Need Analysis Worksheet (ISNAW <http://www.financialaid.ku.edu/forms/06ay.shtml> ) to be eligible for such funding.
The scholarship link can be found on the SOE website ( http://www.soe.ku.edu/students/scholarships/ ). DEADLINE February 1st.
If you have any questions please contact Paula Naughtin at pnaught@ku.edu.
