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Winter/Spring 2010
Helpful Hints for Applying
Applying for graduate and post-volunteer programs can be very laborious. Here are a few helpful hints, especially if you are applying to multiple UCCE programs. UCCE programs are located at different educational institutions with different policies and requirements for applications, which prevent us from having a common application. That said, there are many commonalities to our applications and a few ways to make multiple applications a little more efficient.
1. Read the application requirements for all the programs you intend to apply for prior to beginning the applications.
2. When you are writing your essays, be cognizant of the differences and similarities of the programs and cautious when submitting the essays (nothing like reading an essay for Magis that talks about how much you want to be a LANCE teacher).
3. Get organized before asking your recommenders for letters. Give your recommenders a packet with the necessary forms, envelopes, and printed information for them to write a good letter directed toward your goals. They may or may not be familiar with individual programs. If you are applying for multiple programs, much of the content of their actual letters can likely be the same. Being organized will save them time.
4. Make sure you have any interview dates or weekends for programs in your calendar. If these are not announced on program sites, ask the director about the interview process so you can make sure to have time in your calendar to visit and interview.
5. Start early! Tests for applications are best taken in the fall semester and some additional content courses maybe required of you. Having directors look at your transcripts early can be very helpful for all parties.
Save the date: July 16-18, 2010
UCCE Summer Conference 2010
Current teachers and alums! It's not too early to mark your calendars for the much anticipated summer conference. This year, LU-CHOICE is hosting it in Chicago! Speak with your director for more details or to give suggestions regarding the planning.
October & November 2009
UCCE Program Directors recruit for new UCCE teachers!
Chances are a UCCE program will be recruiting at a post-graduate volunteer fair at college or university near you. Check out the Upcoming Events Section to look at the calendar, or just feel free to email any program director for more information.
August & September 2009
A New School Year is Upon Us!
Across the country, UCCE teachers are beginning a new school year! Much luck and many blessings to all the UCCE teachers that will continue their growth as faith-filled classroom teachers and as graduate students.
July 17-19, 2009
UCCE conference in Boston, hosted by UCTC!
Participants, directors and several alums joined together in a weekend full of collaboration and sharing at Boston College for the annual UCCE Summer Conference. The participant sessions involved dynamic speakers, including Dr. Thomas Groome and numerous opportunities to share our faith and experiences. Thanks to all who particpated and a special thanks to all the UCTC and Boston College staff for organizing and hosting such a wonderful, inspiring weekend.
May 30, 2009
We are working on an article about the UCCE for Catholic Education: A Journal of Practice & Inquiry! Check back for more info in the next few months.
May 20, 2009
The University Consortium for Catholic Education has a new Web site!
Now UCCE members can interact with one another on their own forum, as well as read up on the latest news, blog entries and education resources. Also, students interested in UCCE programs will be able to stay updated and informed — and maybe even contact a director about joining!