AAP Fall 2021 Guest Speaker Series Continues on Monday 11/29!

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Our speaker series continues on Monday November 29, during Common Hour (12:25 pm – 1:25 pm), with Mark Hunker.  Mark is a defense contractor and entrepreneur.   He is excited to discuss his varied work experiences in cyber security, defense, and business.

Please join us via Zoom on Monday at 12:25 pm or join one of our live broadcast locations on each campus:

Zoom link: udel.zoom.us/j/93467542801

Broadcast Locations

  • Dover – 761 ETB
  • Georgetown – 142 JTC
  • Wilmington – CEB 928

Here is a link to a news article on our speaker series on the AAP Website, which includes information on our upcoming speakers and past recordings:  https://www.aap.udel.edu/news/Pages/Fall-2021-Guest-Speaker-Series.aspx

AAP Equity and Inclusion Committee seeking AAP Students for Paid Internship Experience!

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The AAP Equity & Inclusion Committee is offering a paid internship on each of our campuses in Dover, Georgetown, and Wilmington. If you are seeking résumé-boosting part-time employment and are passionate about working toward justice and equity in your community, this is the internship for you! See the flyer for application information.

Interested students must submit their statement of interest to Professor de Kramer (dekramer@udel.edu) no later than November 28th!

Open Mic Night! 11/17 @7:00pm

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Open Mic Wednesday November 17 @7:00 p.m.

AAP students are invited to UD’s Open Mic celebrating diverse voices from the UD community. Prose or poetry, read from your own or a favorite author’s work. In this season of thanks, poems and prose that focus on gratitude and celebration are especially welcome.

November 17 @7:00pm. Five minute limit. Sign up at the Zoom session.

Zoom Link: https://udel.zoom.us/j/96704955530 

Password: Openmic 

Hosted by the English Department

National Agenda: Reflecting America Speaker Series

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Upcoming Speaker Event: Wednesday, November 17, 7:30 p.m.
The Power of Art

To attend in person at Mitchell Hall Theatre, register at bit.ly/NA2021-inperson
Or for the live webinar, register at bit.ly/NA2021-online

Nikkolas Smith is an “artivist,” author, and Hollywood film illustrator. He illustrated The 1619 Project: Born on the Water, a new children’s book by Nikole Hannah-Jones and Renée Watson.

Ready, Set, Intern! Workshop 11/16 @4:30pm

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The internship search can be very stressful and many students don’t know where to start. This workshop will simplify the process and teach you strategies and tips from the application to navigating the complex world of networking. Learn tips and strategies from the pros to navigate the internship search. This workshop is geared toward freshmen and sophomore underrepresented minorities and first
generation students.

Presented virtually on Tuesday, November 16th 4:30-5:30pm. Register for this event via Handshake.

Sponsored by Lerner Career Services and UDream.

Housing Applications for Winter/Spring 2022 are NOW OPEN

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Associate in Arts students transitioning to Main Campus in the Winter 2022 or Spring 2022 semester can apply for on-campus housing NOW! Applications must be submitted no later than December 15, 2021 at 5:00pm. Applications can be found in the My Housing Portal.

There is only ONE opportunity for returning students to request on-campus housing, and the application is open now through December 15th, 2021 at 5pm. AAP students must apply if they would like to be considered for on-campus housing in the spring.

While housing is not automatically guaranteed, Res Life & Housing feels confident in their ability to meet requests made by the priority deadline and will notify applicants via email if they are able to provide a space.

Students can contact Residential Life and Housing with any questions or review their website for additional details. Their contact information is as follows: Phone (302) 831-4663 & Email address reslife-housing@udel.edu

 

**AAP Students who will graduate in Spring 2022 and transition to our Newark campus for Fall 2022 can expect the Fall 2022 housing application to open early in the Spring semester 2022.

AAP Guest Speaker Series Presents….Katherine Lewis!

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The Fall 2021 Guest Speaker Series Presents….. Katherine Lewis, J.D.!

Katherine is an immigration attorney and she is excited to discuss the experiences and opportunities that have shaped her career. Both nationally and globally, immigration is a hot topic. UD alumna Katy Lewis has been an immigration attorney for more than 10 years, representing individuals on a wide array of immigration matters before U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services, the Board of Immigration Appeals, and the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals — the highest level of appeal in the federal court system before the U.S. Supreme Court.
Join us on Zoom on Nov. 15 to hear about the interesting experiences and opportunities that led her to a career in law and learn more about the important work she does!

Monday, Nov. 15
AAP Common Hour: 12:25 – 1:25 p.m.
Zoom link: udel.zoom.us/j/93467542801

This Zoom presentation will be broadcast live on each AAP campus:

  • Wilmington: CEB Room 928
  • Dover: Room 761 ETB
  • Georgetown: Room 142 JTC

Withdrawal Deadline Approaching!

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Last Day to Change your Registration or Withdraw from Courses!

The last day to change registration or withdraw from courses without academic penalty is Tuesday, November 16, 2021. Students will receive a grade of “W” for courses they withdrawn from after the first 10 class days. The University offers no tuition rebates for registration changes, and students who make late changes must pay a one-time $25 fee. Please consult with your advisor to confer on changes in registration.

Grading Options:

L Listener (Audit) – Registration without credit or grade. Class attendance is required, but class participation is not.
P/F Pass/Fail – For specifically authorized courses. P grades are not calculated in indexes, but F grades will still be calculated. Pass/Fail grading cannot be used to fulfill university/college requirements.
W – Official Withdrawal

*If you would like to make any changes to your schedule, it is STRONGLY recommended that you meet with an advisor prior to making any changes.

UDance Presentation and Information Session for AAP Students TODAY!

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Today, Monday 11/8 from 12:30-1:15pm, AAP will welcome UDance and Joe McDonough. They will explain the UDance program and lead a discussion about how AAP students can get involved.  It will be hosted via the Zoom link below to join the live presentation This is a really exciting opportunity!

UDance believes college students have the ability to end childhood cancer. We are built on a foundation of hope, unity, perseverance, and passion. Our work inspires thousands of people to raise funds and awareness to battle the fight against childhood cancer. By hosting engaging events year round, we foster mutually motivational relationships between University of Delaware students and local families affected by childhood cancer. UDance financially aids families nationwide and funds cutting-edge research studies that save lives. We celebrate the hard work and dedication of our participants annually by hosting a 12-hour dance marathon in the Spring.

UDance is not just another event at the University of Delaware. It’s a tradition that has far-reaching effects on our community. It’s a tradition that brings our Blue Hen’s together to benefit a life changing cause. And it’s a tradition that we hope you take part in. Join us today in our fight for a world without childhood cancer!