All Majors
RSVP-Developing Your Professional Network
February 6, 5:30-7:00pm
Student Organization Center, Tinkham Veale Center
At this workshop, develop your network in order to secure internships, jobs, and a career path from your International Studies major. The content is different from last year’s workshop. Free professional headshots offered afterwards. Bring your laptop. Hors d’oeuvres served. RSVP here. Co-hosted by Sigma Iota Rho and the International Studies Program.
New Staff
The International Studies thanks departing staff members Jessica Jurcak and Brook Sabin. Best of luck to them in their new endeavors! New staff will begin work in coming months.
Peace Corps Information Sessions
January 31, 12:30-2pm, Wickenden Building, Room 328
Research Journal Submissions
Students are invited to submit original research or review works from all fields for the Spring 2020 issue of Discussions: The Undergraduate Research Journal of CWRU. Seniors, consider submitting your INTL 399 papers.
International Economic Development Council
IEDC offers internships economic development as well as other topics. Summer 2020 applications close February 15, 2020.
National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations Summer Internship
This program offers students a ten-week internship in the nation’s capital. The application deadline is February 21, 2020.
American Enterprise Institute Summer Honors Program
Intern at this Washington DC policy think tank, which examines foreign and defense policy, among other topics. The regular application deadline is February 24, 2020.
Brookings Institution
Internships at this think tank in Washington DC are offered in foreign policy and global economy and development, among other areas. Summer 2020 applications are due February 28, 2020.
Africa
Africa: Why Does it Matter to the United States?
February 4, 5:30-7:15pm, Union Club, Wedgwood Room
Ambassador Linda Thomas Greenfield will discuss Africa’s importance for U.S. security and economic interests. Student tickets are $5 to attend.
French Language Club
Sundays, 11am-12pm, Starbucks on Euclid Ave.
Café Français provides a space for people to speak and learn French with native and non-native French speakers.
Asia
High and Low
February 1, 6:40pm, Cinematheque
The son of a chauffeur is mistakenly kidnapped and held for ransom. Tickets are $9 for age 25 and under.
Japanese Language Speech Contest
Showcase your Japanese language skills while competing for a scholarship and other prizes. Applications are due February 7, 2020; the competition will take place in Dublin, OH March 14, 2020.
Europe
French Language Club
Sundays, 11am-12pm, Starbucks on Euclid Ave.
Café Français provides a space for people to speak and learn French with native and non-native French speakers.
Spanish Language Club
Tuesdays, 6-7pm, Guilford Parlor
Fridays, 12:45-2pm, TVUC 2nd Floor Conference Room
Speak and learn Spanish with native speakers and students at the Spanish language club Amistad. All levels are welcome!
I Lost My Body
January 30, 6:45pm, Cinematheque
January 31, 9:35pm, Cinematheque
This French animated film follows a severed hand as it escapes a medical lab to reunite with its owner. Tickets are $7 for age 25 and under.
The Bakery Girl of Monceau & Suzanne’s Career
February 1, 5pm, Cinematheque
February 2, 6:30pm, Cinematheque
Enjoy the first two of six tales about romance in France.
Latin America
The Future of U.S.-Cuban Relations
February 7, 12:00-1:30pm, The City Club of Cleveland
Ambassador of the Republic of Cuba to the United States José Ramón Cabañas Rodríguez will discuss the U.S.-Cuba relationship.
Spanish Language Club
Tuesdays, 6-7pm, Guilford Parlor
Fridays, 12:45-2pm, TVUC 2nd Floor Conference Room
Speak and learn Spanish with native speakers and students at the Spanish language club Amistad. All levels are welcome!
Middle East
Iran Crisis
January 30, 9am & 9pm, Broadcast
CWRU School of Law’s Dean Michael Scharf, will discuss the Iran crisis with a panel of expert guests. The program will be broadcast in Cleveland on WCPN 90.3 FM and online.
U.S. and Iran
February 4, 7:30-8:45pm, Happy Dog
Panelists will discuss the Iran crisis and options moving forward.
The International Studies Program does not endorse or sponsor the fellowships, internships, jobs, and other opportunities listed in the newsletter. Students are encouraged to evaluate them.