September 15, 2022 Newsletter

All Majors

International Studies Career Workshop
October 8, 4:00-6:00 p.m., Student Organization Center, TVUC.
Mark your calendars to attend this workshop, where International Studies alumni speakers will share advice. Co-sponsored by Sigma Iota Rho. Please RSVP here. Please note that the correct date for the Career Workshop is October 8.

National Archives Volunteering
Volunteer to tag, transcribe, and add comments to National Archives records to make them more accessible. Students may apply to volunteer on a rolling basis.

STMIC Fellowship
#ShareTheMicInCyber fellows research on a cybersecurity topic of their choice. The deadline to apply is September 16.

Tremont Arts and Cultural Festival
September 17 – 18, Lincoln Park.
This event includes over 110 vendors featuring paintings, sculptures, jewelry, etc.; live music and dance performances; children’s village, and more. Free admission.

The Rangel Graduate Fellowship
This fellowship leads to a career in the U.S. Foreign Service. Deadline to apply is September 22.

Register for the Foreign Service Officer Test
FSOT tests the skills necessary for the work of a Foreign Service officer. Registration closes September 29.

Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship Program
This fellowship leads to a career in the U.S. Department of State upon completion of the program. Deadline to apply is September 29.

Call for Papers: PSA Undergraduate Journal 
The Pi Sigma Alpha Journal welcomes submissions from undergraduates of any class or major in all areas of political science. Submissions from Pi Sigma Alpha members are encouraged, but membership is not a requirement for submission. The deadline is October 1.

American Councils Research Scholar Programs
Programs support scholars seeking to complete overseas, policy-relevant research. The deadline to apply is October 1.

FRONT International 2022: Cleveland Triennial for Contemporary Art
Through October 2, Transformer Station.
A multi-venue display from over 75 local, national, and international artists. Free admission.

Benjamin Gilman International Scholarship Program
In-person and virtual programs are available. Applications are due October 6.

Foreign Agricultural Service Diversity Fellowship Program
A new US Department of Agriculture (USDA) program that prepares individuals interested in careers in USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service. Applications are due October 6.

Harry S. Truman Scholarship
Juniors planning to attend graduate school for careers in public service are eligible to apply for this merit-based scholarship. The application deadline is November 15.

Africa

Princeton in Africa
This fellowship enables college graduates to work in public service in Africa. Applications are due October 26. International Studies majors have won this prestigious award in the past.

Asia

Cleveland Armenian Festival
September 16 – 17, St. Gregory of Narek Armenian Church.
Explore Armenian food, displays, music, and church tours. Entrance and parking are free.

India Festival USA
Saturday, September 17, 10:00 – 5:00 p.m., 6380 Mills Rd. Broadview Hts.
An immersive festival that salutes history, embraces globalization and celebrates communities. Free admission.

Princeton in Asia
This fellowship enables college graduates to work in public service in Asia. Applications for 2022-2023 are due November 1.

Latin America

LatinX Art Exhibit
September 15 – October 31, Kelvin Smith Library
Visit this art exhibit as part of Hispanic Heritage Month.

Hispanic Heritage Month Inauguration. Celebramos juntos en 2022!
Friday, September 16, 12:45 – 2:00 p.m., KSL Oval.
Free and open to the public. 
Food and Music! Register here.

LatinUS Theater
Weekends from September 16 – October 9, LatinUs Theater Blackbox
La Siempreviva, a play by Miguel Torres and directed by Fabio Polanco at 2937 West 25th Street Cleveland, OH 44113. Tickets are $25.

Can the U.S. Reset the Agenda with Latin America?
Tuesday, September 27, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., The Union Club.
Join the Cleveland Council on World Affairs for a Public Forum. Students attend for free but need to register in advance.

Latinx Mental Health Culture and Stigma
Friday, September 30, 5:00 – 6:00 p.m., Thwing 201
Speaker Alejandro Martinez Jr. will be touching on the concerns and difficulties Latinx/Hispanic college students face.

Hispanic Heritage Month Activities
For more information and registration, here.