September 29, 2022 Newsletter

All Majors

Sigma Iota Rho Social
Friday, September 30, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m., Thwing 201.
Come for free food from Sittoo’s, trivia and prizes, and socializing with others within the major! This will be a great opportunity to meet other majors in your classes and learn more about SIR at CWRU. Please RSVP using this link: https://forms.gle/uwzrdtRVwjBdsR6D9

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.

Feature Your Travel Photos!
We would like to feature your photos from any previous travels. Please send the photos to internationalstudies@case.edu and let us know when and where the photo was taken. Thank you!

Boren Awards for International Study
Students interested in applying must be nominated by the university. Meet with Dean Wes Schaub by October 1 to review the application requirements.

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.

American-Scandinavian Exchanges
Seniors are eligible to apply for educational and cultural exchanges between the United States and Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden. Applications are due November 1.

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

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

Europe

German Day
Sunday, October 2, 12:30 – 6:00 p.m., German Central Organization.
German Day Cleveland is the local recognition of the national German-American Day celebrating German American heritage.

German Chancellor Fellowship
During a stay in Germany, Fellows pursue self-developed, research-based projects that are societally relevant and have the potential for long-term, publicly visible impact. The deadline to apply is October 15.

Latin America

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

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.

World Languages

Korean Speaking Skills
The Korean American Student Association (KASA) is continuing Korean classes this year. Classes are on Zoom, taught by fellow students, and personalized to the participants. All levels are welcome.

Kaffeestunde
Sunday, October 9, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m., Guilford House 301.
Talk with friends in German. Snacks and drinks will be provided.

Amistad (Spanish Conversation Hour)
Every Friday, 12:30 – 2:00 p.m., Guilford Lounge 223.
Join Amistad Group and share Spanish talks with friends and classmates.  All levels are welcome, from beginners to natives.