September 7, 2017 Newsletter

All Majors

The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants Volunteer Guide
USCRI is looking for volunteers every other Friday from 1:30 to 3:30p.m. to walk with refugee adults from the USCRI office to exercise classes at the downtown Cleveland YMCA and back.

Study Abroad Fair
September 8, 10:00a.m.-2:00p.m., Case Quad
Meet returned study abroad students and representatives from many of CWRU’s international partners and learn about what experiences are available.

International Studies Career Workshop
October 7, 4:00-6:00p.m., Mather House 100
Mark your calendars to attend this workshop, where International Studies alumni speakers will share advice about summer internships, first jobs, and careers.  Co-sponsored by the International Studies Student Group.

INTL 399 Preparation
Check out the new web pages with guidelines for preparing for INTL 399, the SAGES Capstone.  Learn about resources on campus and seniors’ summer experiences.

Journal of Politics and International Affairs Submission
The Journal of Politics and International Affairs is accepting student papers until October 13.

International Criminal and Civil Liability Lecture
September 15, 8:30a.m.-4:00p.m., Moot Courtroom
This conference, featuring international law experts, will examine whether corporations can be sued for human rights violations. Student registration is free.

Europe

Lost in Paris
September 8, 9:30p.m., Cinematheque
September 9, 6:50p.m., Cinematheque
A Canadian librarian searches for her missing elderly aunt with the help of a homeless Frenchman. Age 25 and under tickets are $7.

The Death of Louis XIV
September 9, 8:30p.m., Cinematheque
This film depicts the dying days of the infamous monarch. Age 25 and under tickets are $7.

Stalker
September 10, 6:30p.m., Cinematheque
In this German thriller, three men embark on a journey through a forbidden wasteland in search of a place where one’s desires come true. Age 25 and under tickets are $8.

Africa

Princeton in Africa Fellowship
This yearlong fellowship provides an opportunity for graduating seniors to work with various organizations throughout Africa. Applications for the 2018-19 academic year are due October 29.

Asia

Princeton in Asia Fellowship
Spend a year working in a service-related organization in Asia. Applications for the 2018-19 academic year are due November 9.

Japanese Language Proficiency Test
December 3, Columbus
Test your knowledge of Japanese reading, writing, and language skills. Register by September 29.

India Festival
September 9, 11:00a.m.-6:00p.m., Independence
This celebration of Indian culture features traditional food, music, and entertainment. Admission is free.

Latin America

Kékszakállú
September 7, 6:45p.m., Cinematheque
This Argentinian film follows a group of female teenagers as they transition into adulthood. Age 25 and under tickets are $7.

 

The International Studies Program neither endorses nor sponsors the fellowships, internships, jobs, and other opportunities listed in the newsletter.  Students are encouraged to evaluate them.