November 1, 2018 Newsletter – International Studies

All Majors

Fall Advising Meetings
November 2, 12-15
Please schedule your fall advising meeting with Professor McMann here. Students who are off-campus should request a Skype meeting, using the same link. Be sure your calendar is set to Eastern Time.

Courses with International Content
Please consult the attached list when scheduling for the spring semester.

U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants
Contact Karin Wishner at (216) 781-4560 ext. 5010 or kwishner@uscrioh.org for internship opportunities.

Internship Opportunity
UST, an immigrant and refugee services organization, is currently seeking two interns. Interested students can apply here.

International Affairs Summer Institute
To be completed the summer before you’re senior year, this 7-week summer program helps to prepare students for a Masters’ or joint degree. Summer 2019 applications are due November 1.

Critical Language Scholarship Program
This is an intensive language and cultural immersion program that allows students to pick one of 15 languages to study overseas. Applications are due November 27.

Samuel Huntington Public Service Award
Graduating college seniors can apply for a $15,000 stipend to pursue a year of public service anywhere in the world. Application is due January 18, 2019.

Institute of Public Health Summer Research Program
This eight-week program offers students experience in global health research. Applications are due February 1, 2019.

Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Summer Enrichment Program
This six-week program offers students a greater understanding of careers in international affairs. Applications are due February 5, 2019.

Boren Scholarships
Scholarships for varying lengths of international study are available for students interested in national security. Applications are due February 7, 2019.

Rumi Forum Internships
Rumi Forum is offering unpaid, flexible internships this spring. Contact internships@rumiforum.org for more information.

Cleveland Council on World Affairs Internships
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Volunteer for MedWish International
MedWish repurposes discarded medical supplies to developing countries and relies on volunteers to sort supplies. Contact Caley Haehn with questions: volunteer@medwish.com or 216-692-1685.

Global Trade War
November 6, 7:30-8:30pm, Happy Dog (5801 Detroit Ave)
This event will discuss the implications of global trade tensions.

Experiential Education Survey
Consider completing the Experiential Education Survey by November 7. The Post-Graduate Planning & Experiential Education Office emailed it last week to sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Contact Robin Hedges, Associate Director, Career Education, 216.368.6647 or robin.hedges@case.edu with questions.

Immigration and Human Dignity
November 8, 4:30-5:30pm, Alumni Center
Catholic Bishop Nelson Perez, M.Div., M.A., will speak on the legal, social, and political aspects of immigration. Event is free.

Africa

French Professional Diplomas
Complete an exam to earn a professional diploma in French language for business, health, or international relations. Contact your CWRU French language professor for additional information.

Asia
Princeton in Asia Fellowship
PiA offers several year-long fellowships in many Asian countries. Applications are due November 2.

Bollywood Night
November 3, 7-9pm, Thwing Center Ballroom
Celebrate Indian culture with Indian food and dance. Event is free.

U.S.-China International Summit
November 4, 6-9pm, TVUC Ballroom
This event will discuss the tensions and collaborations between the U.S. and China. Student tickets are $5.

JET Program
The JET Program offers post-graduate job opportunities in Japan. Numerous INTL alumni have participated in this program. Applications are due November 17.

Europe

The Captain
November 1, 8pm, Cinematheque
A young German soldier impersonates a Nazi captain. Tickets are $8 for age 25 and under.

Suspiria
November 2, 7pm, Cinematheque
This Italian film follows an American student at a German dance academy that has a supernatural secret. Tickets are $7 for age 25 and under.

Casque d’Or
November 3, 5pm, Cinematheque
November 4, 8:20pm, Cinematheque
This French film follows an ill-fated love triangle. Tickets are $8 for age 25 and under.

1945
November 4, 4:15pm, Cinematheque
When two Orthodox men return to their Hungarian village after the Holocaust, the locals are uneasy and fearful. Tickets are $7 for age 25 and under.

German Academic Exchange Service Info Session
November 9, 11am-12pm, 135 Tomlinson
Learn more about funding, research, and internship opportunities in Germany.

FU-BEST Internship
Students interested in doing an internship in Berlin can apply for an 8-week placement on a full-time basis. Apply online by December 1.

Teaching Assistant Program in France
Spend seven months teaching English to French students of all ages. The application deadline for the 2019-20 school year is January 15, 2019.

Designing an Earthly Paradise
Exhibit open from October 29 to January 13, 2019, Cleveland Museum of Art
This exhibit showcases textiles and books designed by British artist and novelist William Morris.

After Brexit
November 1, 12-2pm, PNC 1900 East 9th Street, 14th Floor
Dr. Céline-Agathe Caro will discuss the European Union, the United Kingdom and the United States following Brexit. This event is free, registration required.

Brazilian and Italian Art
Exhibition open until December 30, 2018, Cleveland Museum of Art
This exhibition combines works from Brazilian sculptor Marlon de Azambuja and Italian photographer Luisa Lambri.

Latin America

The Cuban Revolution and LGBTQ Community
November 1, 5-6:30pm, Clark Hall 206
Join Professor Mabel Cuesta from the University of Houston for a discussion on the impacts of the Cuban Revolution on the Cuban LGBTQ community.

Gender, Education, and Health in Belize
November 6, 11:30am-12:45pm, A13 Crawford Hall
Professor Eileen Anderson-Fye will discuss the societal impacts of the first group of high school-educated women in Belize. RSVP to socialjustice@case.edu.

Amigos International Summer Immersion Program
Spend 4-8 weeks volunteering in Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, or Panama. The summer 2018 application deadline is December 3.

Princeton in Latin America
PiLA offers year-long fellowships throughout Latin America. Applications are due November 12.

Middle East

Israel: Then & Now
Exhibition open until May 12, 2019, Maltz Museum
This exhibit explores the land, people, and culture of Israel. Student tickets are $10.

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.

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