All Majors
Volunteers Needed for Prospective Majors Events
Thursday, October 22, 8:45-9:45am, Virtual
Thursday, October 22, 4-5pm, Virtual
Please attend one or both of these events, which are an opportunity for prospective majors to learn about International Studies from current majors. Please RSVP.
Mitigating the COVID-19 Pandemic
October 17, 2:30-4:00p.m., Virtual
Hear Professor McMann and her research collaborator, School of Medicine Professor Daniel Tisch, speak about their work on the COVID-19 pandemic. Register for their session here. Spots remain under virtual attendance. Co-hosted by Sigma Iota Rho and the International Studies Program.
PPIA Junior Summer Institute
Apply for a graduate level preparation program for juniors seeking careers in public service. Applications are due November 15, 2020.
Truman Scholarship
Interested juniors should submit preliminary applications to Dean Amanda McCarthy by November 15, 2020.
James C. Gaither Junior Fellows Program
Graduates work at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace in Washington, D.C. Seniors should submit application information to Dean Amanda McCarthy by November 30, 2020. Juniors should meet with her to plan.
Projects for Peace
Propose a project to promote peace, broadly defined, anywhere in the world. Multiple International Studies majors have won this grant. It can be used as the INTL practicum. Intent to apply deadline is December 1, 2020.
Cleveland Council on World Affairs Spring Internships
Applications for Spring 2020 are due December 1, 2020.
Refugee Resilience and Humanitarian Action
October 22, 4:30-6:00p.m., Virtual
Attend this lecture led by Dr. Catherine Panter-Brick, Professor of Anthropology, Health, and Global Affairs at Yale University, to hear about her research on refugees and its intersections with humanitarian action.
Asia
Japan Exchange and Teaching Program
Teach English in Japan after college through the JET Program. Numerous International Studies alumni have secured positions in this competitive program. The 2020 application deadline is November 20, 2020.
AsiaTown Cleveland
Consider taking a trip to AsiaTown Cleveland to go on a food tour, view public art, or support local businesses by ordering food to-go!
Europe
Entrepreneurship in Macedonia
October 20, 10:00-11:00 a.m., Virtual
Learn about entrepreneurship in Macedonia from International Senior Advisor of CEFE Macedonia, Jovan Stavelski.
La Haine
Online screening begins October 16, Cinematheque
In this French drama, three young immigrant men find themselves in the possession of a lost police revolver following protests. Screening fees are $12.
White Riot
Online screening begins October 16, Cinematheque
This documentary follows the 1970s Rock Against Racism protests to combat anti-immigrant sentiment in Britain. Screening fees are $12.
Seeking Russian Tutor
Advanced Russian-language students interested in tutoring a student should contact Aaron Preston of Parliament Tutors at Apreston@parliamenttutors.com. The rate is $35/hour.
Cleveland Jewish FilmFest
October 15 – 25, Virtual
The Jewish FilmFest offers films paired with interactive Zoom discussions and special guests. Numerous films are set in Europe. Tickets are $15.
Latin America
Economic Development in Latin America
Join a discussion about economic development in El Salvador, Brazil, Colombia, the Dominican Republic, and Nicaragua and learn how students can get involved in these efforts.
Cleveland Jewish FilmFest
October 15 – 25, Virtual
The Jewish FilmFest offers films paired with interactive Zoom discussions and special guests. Some films are set in Latin America. Tickets are $15.
Middle East
Cleveland Jewish FilmFest
October 15 – 25, Virtual
The Jewish FilmFest offers films paired with interactive Zoom discussions and special guests. Tickets are $15.
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. During the COVID-19 pandemic, follow all government and public health restrictions and advice when taking advantage of these opportunities. CDC information and resources appear here.