From: Alexander Kritikos
Date: March 2, 2022
Subject: oSTEM @ CWRU March Newsletter



Overview and Announcements
 

Introduction:
Happy March! Keep reading our newsletter for details on events, opportunities, current news, and more!

Events:
LGBTQ+ Physician's Panel:

Thursday, March 3rd, 6-7PM. Registration link:
https://cglink.me/2cS/r1530761


Out 4 Undergrad Fall Conference:
Application deadlines: March 6th through May 1st
Conference date: Fall 2022
Link: https://www.outforundergrad.org/apply


Sears Think[box] Welcome Fund:
Receive up to $50 of materials for personal projects! For more information, go to:
https://case.edu/thinkbox/funding/welcome-fund


Mentorship Program Updates:
Stay tuned for the March email and theme!

News and Media:
See the "News & Media" section for sources regarding the Russian invasion of Ukraine along with news on Florida's controversial "Don't Say Gay" bill.


March Newsletter

Happy March, everyone!

With midterms finishing up and spring break just around the corner, we hope you're all doing well and getting ready for a (much needed break). There are some exciting things happening this month, so keep reading to learn more and not miss out ;)

Also, with Women's History month officially starting, be sure to send some love and appreciation to all the important women in your life!


~ oSTEM Executive Board

Events
 

LGBTQ+ Physicians Panel

Come listen to and chat with 5 Cleveland physicians as they share their experiences through healthcare education and professional development while identifying with the LGBTQ+ community. This panel will be broadcast live over zoom, as well, and food will be provided to the first 50 registrants!

When: Thursday, March 3rd, 6-7PM
Location: Tink Ballroom C
Registration link: Click on image, or go to:
https://cglink.me/2cS/r1530761

Zoom info for live broadcast:
• Meeting ID: 919 6272 0640
• Password: 849900


 

Out 4 Undergrad Fall Conference

Applications for the Fall 2022 Out 4 Undergrad (O4U) Engineering, Marketing, and Tech conferences are now open!!! Round 1 applications are due march 6th, and the final round closes on May 1st (you can apply in any round, but earlier applications are encouraged)!

Each year, O4U invites a diverse class of high-achieving LGBTQ+ undergraduates from across the world to an all expenses paid networking and professional development conference. Hear what life and work are like at some of the largest and most elite firms, connect directly with recruiters, and learn how older LGBTQ+ professionals navigate the demands of the workplace.

Applications open from March 6th to May 1st
Conference date: Fall 2022 (see link for specifics)
Link to apply:
https://www.outforundergrad.org/apply


 

Think[box] Welcome Fund

Did you know that CWRU students can receive up to $50 of materials to use at the Sears Think[box] for personal projects? Through the new (and recently extended) Welcome Fund, you can try out 3D printing, creating customized acrylic nameplates, and more with no cost for materials!

Learn more about the fund and what projects and materials are eligible through the Think[box] website, below.


Location: Sears Think[box]
Website: Click on image, or go to:
https://case.edu/thinkbox/funding/welcome-fund

Executive Board

President:
Kameron Mackenzie

Vice President:
Aman Shankardass

Treasurer:
Brandon Ferraro

Public Relations:
Alex Kritikos

Mentorship Coordinators:
Maddy Vales & Sarah Kohrt

News & Media

Florida House passes controversial measure dubbed the "Don't Say Gay" bill - NPR

Learn more about this controversial and potentially harmful bill by clicking on the image or going to: 
https://www.npr.org/2022/02/24/1082969036/florida-house-passes-controversial-measure-dubbed-the-dont-say-gay-bill-by-criti

 

White House condemns Florida's "Don't Say Gay" bill - NBC

Follow the link or click on the image above to learn more about the controversial bill.
https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-politics-and-policy/white-house-condemns-floridas-dont-say-gay-bill-rcna15585

 

Resources

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-8255

Trevor Project
LGBTQ+ Crisis Center

1-866-488-7386

SAMHSA’s National Helpline
(Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services)

1-800-662-HELP (4357)

RAINN Hotline
(Sexual Assault Network)
800-656-HOPE (4673)

Lifeline Crisis Chat
Emotional Crisis Support


 
Mentorship Program

Stay tuned for the March email and this month's theme!!! As always, reach out to Maddy or Sarah with any questiions!

Maddy Vales: mmv32@case.edu

Sarah Kohrt: sek88@case.edu


 

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EVENT

LGBTQ+ Physicians Panel

Thursday, March 3, 2022
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Come listen to and chat with 5 Cleveland physicians as they share their experiences throughout healthcare education and professional development while identifying with the LGBTQ+ community. Food will be provided!

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