Student Services

How to build a Linkedin Profile
2021-09-30 11:45 - 12:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Study Zone – Basement, 401 15th Street, Oakland, CA, 94612, United States
The main goal of this workshop is to:

❖ Increase knowledge, and competency on how to create a LinkedIn profile that brings their personal career story to life and one that aligns with their resume.

This session will cover:
★ LinkedIn 101 – tutorial and navigation
★ Tips on tailoring each section
★ Bonus: How to add media to a profile, methods for showcasing your career
accomplishments and aspirations, and specific examples of profile phrases and language that can help inspire student’s personal stories.

PowerPoint Presentation Workshop
2021-10-06 11:45 - 12:30 | Study Zone – Basement, 401 15th Street, Oakland, CA, 94612, United States
The planned outcome of this workshop is to:
❖ Understand how to Structure a PowerPoint Presentation.
This session will answer the following:
★ Why is structuring a Presentation important?
★ What is the typical Presentation structure?
★ Tips for structuring a presentation in PPT. Please see your e-mail and sign-up for the workshop in the format (online or in-person) that is convenient for you.
Expert host: Mohamed Tailab, DBA
+ As a bonus, you will receive all the materials after the workshop if you sign up, please check your e-mail address.

Art Therapy (Collage Session)
2021-10-11 11:45 - 12:30 | Study Zone – Basement, 401 15th Street, Oakland, CA, 94612, United States
Start your Monday with Art Therapy Workshop
Collage Session
★ No previous experience is required, everyone is welcome
★ A relaxing session for your heart and mind
★ Come and let’s create the art together!
Hosted by Ana Maria Gower
Graduate of Central Saint Martins University of the Arts London

Google Workspace Workshop
2021-10-20 11:45 - 12:30 | Online
Explore the Google Workspace with us on Wednesday,
20th of October 2021@11:45 am – 12:30 pm, study zone.
The planned outcome of this workshop is to:
❖ Get to know everything included in Google Workspace, such as business email, online file storage, shared calendars, and video meetings.
This session will cover the following:
★ Email & group communication (Gmail, Chat, Contacts, Groups, Voice, Currents)
★ File storage, collaboration & docs (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms, Sites)
★ Meetings & scheduling (Meet, Calendar, Keep & Tasks)
+ As a bonus, you will receive all the materials after the workshop if you sign up, please check your e-mail address.
This is a virtual workshop and it will contribute to your studies and future career.
Joining info
Join with Google Meet
meet.google.com/yxc-gcrn-yxc
Join by phone
(US) +1 301-882-5412 (PIN: [REDACTED])

Halloween Party
2021-10-28 17:00 - 19:00 | Study Zone – Basement, 401 15th Street, Oakland, CA, 94612, United States
Join us to:
★ Win $50 in the best Halloween costume contest
★ Enjoy free food and drinks
★ Relax and have fun.
Let’s party together!

Research That Matters
2021-10-29 11:00 - 12:00 | Online
Guest Speaker Dr. James Gaskin is a distinguished lecturer from Brigham Young University with over 160 publications and 5,521 citations. He will lead a Webinar for Lincoln University students about coming up with research ideas and ensuring those ideas are worthy of pursuit.
This Webinar is highly recommended for DBA Students, and we encourage ALL students interested in research, writing, and ideas to attend.
Joining Info: Via Zoom (https://byu.zoom.us/j/93349731765#success)

LUSA Elections 2022-2023
2021-11-05 | Study Zone – Basement, 401 15th Street, Oakland, CA, 94612, United States
Dear Lincoln Students,

We are glad to announce the start of the LUSA election process. Change is an inevitable part of our lives, and you have the opportunity to lead this change at Lincoln University.

Do you want your VOICE to be heard?

Do you want to INSPIRE others?

Do you want to develop your LEADERSHIP abilities and event planning duties?

This is your chance to be part of the Lincoln University Student Association (LUSA). The deadline for the LUSA election process is on Friday, November 5th, 2021.

Please check your University email for more information.

The Future of Bitcoin
2021-11-10 11:45 - 12:30 | Study Zone – Basement, 401 15th Street, Oakland, CA, 94612, United States
A brief introduction to Bitcoin. What problems does it solve? How does it work? Why is it valuable? The focus will be on the new developments and touch upon the eccentric Bitcoin subculture. In addition, recommend resources for further research will be given.

Thanksgiving Lunch
2021-11-18 11:45 - 14:00 | Student Lounge – Basement, 401, 15th Street, Oakland, CA, 94612, United States
Free Thanksgiving Lunch for all LU students & staff.

Art Class
2021-11-30 11:45 - 12:30 | Student Lounge – Basement, 401, 15th Street, Oakland, CA, 94612, United States
Let’s create art together by using therapeutical techniques that relax and heal us.
Guided by mix-media artist Ana Maria Gower, a graduate of Central Saint Martins University of the Arts London.

Christmas Party and Movie Night
2021-12-08 18:30 - 20:30 | Student Lounge – Basement, 401, 15th Street, Oakland, CA, 94612, United States
Christmas Party and Movie Night are just around the corner!
We would like to invite you to celebrate early Christmas together. This is the most awaited day in the United States and a cultural celebration among billions of people worldwide.
Let’s get together and celebrate the Holidays Session!

Welcome Session for New Students
2022-01-19 13:00 - 13:30 | Room 304 (Auditorium)
We are happy to announce Welcome Session for the new students that will be held on Wednesday, January 19th, from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM in room 304 (Auditorium) at Lincoln University.
This is your opportunity to meet the President of Lincoln University, Dr. Mikhail Brodsky, and get acquainted with the Department Heads.
Information and free lunch will be provided after the session in the student lounge (basement level).
Welcome to the Spring 2022 semester and we are proud to have you on board!

Classes Start Announcement
2022-01-24 09:00 - 18:15 | LU Classrooms
Dear LU students,
Classes will start on Monday, January 24th.
We wish you all a successful Spring 2022 semester!
Please check your LU e-mail for the career and personal development workshops that we organize every week for you.

City Career Fair, Bay Area, California
2022-01-26 11:00 - 15:00
In Person
Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Executive Inn & Suites
1755 Embarcadero Road, Oakland, CA 94606
Register & Schedule your In Person Meetings with Recruiters for Bay Area’s 22nd Annual Diversity Employment Day Career Fair – HERE.
Or register by email when you send your resume to fasttrack@citycareerfair.com.
Virtual Video
Friday, Jan. 28, 2022
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Unlimited Possibilities
Bay Area, California
Register & Schedule your Virtual Video Meetings with Recruiters for Bay Area’s 22nd Annual Diversity Employment Day Career Fair – HERE.
Or register by email when you send your resume to fasttrack@citycareerfair.com.

New Student Orientation
2022-02-03 11:45 - 13:00 | Room 304 (Auditorium)
Dear New Lincoln Students,

We would like to invite you to attend the New Student Orientation on Thursday, February 3rd, 2022, from 11:45 AM to 1 PM in Room 304.
If you are a new student at Lincoln University, chances are you will have questions. Current students are welcome to attend the Orientation as well.

During the Orientation, you will learn about the policies and procedures that regulate the University. Also, you will receive information about the services available to you as a student as well as gain valuable insight into your academic area.

Oakland City Walk
2022-02-03 13:30 - 17:00 | Oakland City
Let’s explore together the wonders of Oakland!
After the Student Orientation, please meet at the LU main entrance at 1:30 PM so we can take you for a wonderful and exciting Oakland City Walk. This is an excellent opportunity to meet your fellow students and get familiar with your campus surroundings.

Last Day to add or drop a class
2022-02-07 09:00 - 17:00 | Registrar Office
Dear Lincoln Students,
Please note that the last day classes may be added/dropped without academic penalty is February 7th, 2022.
For more information, please contact the Registrar Office at registraroffice@lincolnuca.edu

Microsoft Word Workshop
2022-02-08 11:45 - 12:30 | Study Zone – Basement, 401 15th Street, Oakland, CA, 94612, United States
This workshop aims to bring students up to the level of the minimum required proficiency in MS Word that would help them write reports and other papers in less time and of higher quality.

DBA Academic Orientation
2022-02-10 11:45 - 12:30 | Room 304 (Auditorium)
Dear Lincoln University DBA Students,
We would like to invite you to the DBA Academic Orientation.
This is an excellent opportunity to get professional advice, individual suggestions and understand the requirements and complexity of the program.

Oakland Museum of California Tour
2022-02-11 13:00 - 17:00
OMCA has reopened its galleries after a transformation that touches almost every aspect of the 300,000 square-foot Museum and builds on the founders’ original multidisciplinary and civic-minded intent by improving the integration of OMCA’s collections and programs, strengthening its role as a public forum, and creating new opportunities for visitor participation. The collections are animated by innovative interpretive tools and interactive features, and new gathering spaces and program areas engage visitors and encourage them to share their own perspectives, questions, and stories.

Valentine's Day Party
2022-02-14 17:00 - 19:00 | Student Lounge – Basement, 401, 15th Street, Oakland, CA, 94612, United States
Let’s Celebrate Valentine’s Day together!

We will enjoy great food, drinks, and music. We will also have a contest. The best handmade Valentine’s Day Card will win a $50 Amazon gift card.

Google Workspace Workshops
2022-02-17 11:45 - 12:30 | Online
We are organizing an online Google Workspace Workshop on Thursday, February 17th, from 11:45 AM to 12:30 PM, hosted by Mohamad Harastani, a Program Manager based in Dubai.
For more information, please check your University email.

MBA and Future after Lincoln University Seminar
2022-02-24 11:45 - 12:30 | Room 304 (Auditorium)
Dear MBA Students,
We invite you to attend the MBA and Future after Lincoln University seminar conducted by Dr. Pantos and Dr. Anokhin.
You will receive helpful information on how to use your MBA knowledge to succeed in today’s corporate world.

The Future of Bitcoin Seminar
2022-03-01 11:45 - 12:30 | Study Zone – Basement, 401 15th Street, Oakland, CA, 94612, United States
Dear all,
This is Alex Anokhin, Lincoln University Provost and instructor. I would like to invite everyone to my informal seminar – The Future of Bitcoin.
My goal is to help you understand the nature of innovations made with the introduction of Bitcoin and what it means for our future.
Tuesday, March 1st, 2022
11:45 AM – 12:30 PM
Study Zone (Student Lounge)
If you have any specific questions that you would like me to discuss during the seminar, please email me at aanokhin@lincolnuca.edu.
See you there!

Report Writing Workshop
2022-03-08 11:45 - 12:30 | Study Zone – Basement, 401 15th Street, Oakland, CA, 94612, United States
Dear Students,
Report Writing Workshop will be held by Dr. Aityan on Tuesday, March 8th @ 11:45 AM in the Study Zone (located in the Student Lounge).
This workshop aims to introduce you to the methodology and technique of writing reports.
Workshop objectives:

Formatting styles for report
The role and structure of the report outline
Figures and Tables
References

If you are interested in attending the workshop, please sign up on the below link: Sign up sheet

Thank you.

Resume Writing Workshop
2022-03-10 11:45 - 12:30 | Online
Dear LU Students,
Resume Writing Workshop (ONLINE) is this Thursday, March 10th, from 11:45 AM – 12:30 PM, and it will be hosted by Aisha Spearman (Certified Professional Resume Writer).
Receive professional advice on making your resume presentable and stand out to future employers!
For more information on Aisha Spearman, please check her website and Linkedin profile:
workinggirlsresumeservice.com
aishaspearman@gmail.com
If you are interested in attending the online workshop, please click on the link below:
https://meet.google.com/rxg-hsss-mir

Please take this fantastic opportunity to learn from the best!

Linkedin Profile Workshop
2022-03-24 11:45 - 12:30 | Online
Dear LU Students,
Linkedin Profile Workshop (ONLINE) will be hosted by Dina David on Thursday, March 24th, from 11:45 AM to 12:30 PM.
The link to join the online workshop is:
https://meet.google.com/szr-nhks-pyn
How to Build a LinkedIn Profile

The outcome of this workshop is to have students walk away with:

Increased knowledge and competency on how to create a LinkedIn profile that brings their personal career story to life and one that aligns with their resume.

This session will cover:

LinkedIn 101 – tutorial and navigation
Tips on tailoring each section
Bonus: How to add media to a profile, methods for showcasing your career accomplishments and aspirations, and specific examples of profile phrases and language that can help inspire a student’s personal stories.

Pre-work for students: Create a LinkedIn Account:

https://www.linkedin.com/signup
Tutorial: https://www.linkedin.com/help/linkedin/answer/2964/signing-up-to-join-linkedin?lang=en

We hope you can make it to this fantastic workshop that Dina Davis will host!

Alcatraz Tour
2022-03-25 09:00 - 16:00
Dear Lincoln Students,
We are thrilled to announce the Alcatraz Tour on Friday, March 25th, 2022 from 9 am to 4 pm.
Tickets are limited and on a first-come, first-serve basis.
We will provide the following:

Free light lunch and drinks
Free tour ticket
Free transportation to and back from the Island

This is a great opportunity that you shouldn’t miss out on if you want to see and experience Alcatraz Island and its rich history!
Please sign up here by March 10th, 2022.
PLEASE NOTE:
If you sign up but don’t attend this tour, you will be required to pay Lincoln University the cost of original expenses
You need to be fully vaccinated and show proof of your vaccination card.

Tax Webinars by Sprintax for Nonresidents
2022-04-11 09:00 - 10:00 | Online
Dear Lincoln Students,
Sprintax will be hosting a free information tax webinar to provide an overview of some of the main areas you may need to know about nonresident tax.
Topics include: who must file tax forms as a nonresident, residency for tax purposes, when is the filing deadline, FICA taxes, tax forms you may receive or need to complete, as well as an overview of how Sprintax can help to prepare your tax returns via its online software.
Upcoming Webinar
Monday, April 11th @ 9 am PST – Register here
Thursday, April 14th @ 10 am PST – Register here
Friday, April 15th @ 9 am PST – Register here

It’s important to be aware that, as a non-resident student in the US, you’re legally required to file a tax return if you received US income during 2021.
And even if you didn’t work or receive income in the US, you’re still obliged to file a Form 8843 with the IRS.
Lincoln University has arranged discounted access to Sprintax Tax Preparation for you. Sprintax will guide you through the tax preparation process, arrange the necessary documents and check if you’re due a tax refund.
Sprintax was used by over 225,000 international students and scholars last year, and the average State refund received by eligible students was over $504.
All you need to do is:

Register and follow the simple instructions
Complete the online questionnaire
Enter your unique discount code: 21LCN50F5 in the box on the ‘Review your order’ page
Sprintax will prepare your tax return

Finally, once you complete the preparation process in the Sprintax software, you must print, sign and mail your documents to the IRS.
Assistance with SPRINTAX
Sprintax Online Chat System – If you have a question at any time while you are using Sprintax, take advantage of their 24/7 live chat function for online assistance with a tax professional.
Email Sprintax at hello@sprintax.com
View Sprintax videos on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/c/SprintaxUSA
Review Sprintax blog at https://blog.sprintax.com/
Review Sprintax FAQs at https://taxprep.sprintax.com/faq.html
Review Sprintax Instructions here

Professors’ Presentation Series Spring 2022
2022-04-12 11:45 - 12:30
Dear Lincoln Students,
Spring 2022 Professors’ Presentation Series starts next week!
Learn areas the Professors are experts in, so when advising for research projects is needed, you will know who can help!
Please make sure to sign up here in advance, as the professors will not host the presentations unless 5 or more students are interested in attending.
If you have any questions or concerns, please let us know.
