All Majors
Effects of Russia’s War in Ukraine: A Firsthand Account from Europe
Thursday, April 7, 3-4 pm, online
International Studies alumna Kimberly Osbern ’21 will share her eyewitness account of the effects of Russia’s war in Ukraine on neighboring Moldova and Romania. She will also be happy to share her Fulbright research and application experiences.
Optional Spring Advising Meetings
April 4, 6, 11
Spring advising meetings are optional. If you would like to schedule a meeting with Professor McMann, you can do so here. Be sure your calendar is set to Eastern Daylight Time. Meetings will be by Zoom.
Courses with International Content
Please consult the attached list when scheduling for the fall semester.
International Security Positions
Deadlines for international security positions beginning summer 2022 can be as early as this spring due to security clearance requirements. If you are interested in such positions, begin to monitor usajobs.gov and U.S. federal agency web sites regularly now.
Cleveland Humanities Festival
Through March and April, the festival will probe the idea of “discourse” through art, literature, and music; some events are foreign-focused.
Cleveland International Film Festival
March 30 – April 9, Playhouse Square
Watch documentaries on humanitarian issues, hilarious 10-minute shorts, foreign flicks, and films screened in virtual reality. Admission ranges from $0-$25.
Cleveland Council on World Affairs Internship
CCWA is looking for two Model UN interns and an international exchange intern, among other summer interns. Apply by April 1.
Future Global Leaders Scholarship
Junior and senior women pursuing careers in international trade are encouraged to apply for this scholarship, which includes mentorship. Applications are due April 1.
Defense Intelligence Agency Summer Internship
Work with professionals in intelligence, technology, human resources, and other international-related fields. Applications are due April 1.
Women in International Trade Scholarships
Merit-based scholarships to support women studying all aspects of international trade Applications are due April 1.
START Internship
Interns work with theories, methods, and information related to homeland security. Applications are due April 3.
International Program Intern
The Center for Economic and Policy Research is hiring a full-time, remote intern for summr 2022. The application closes April 3.
How to Prepare for Climate Change
Wednesday, April 6, 5:30 p.m., The Union Club
Join bestselling author David Pogue for an uplifting discussion. Student admission is $5.
Governance and Local Development Internship
Work with a research team on questions of human welfare globally. Applications are due April 10.
APSIA Internships
The Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs is seeking summer interns in international communication and marketing. Summer application deadline is April 16.
Wright-Plaisance Fellowship for Study Abroad
A fellowship for pursuing post-baccalaureate study at a university in Europe or South America. Applications are due April 29.
Rocks Funds
This grant funds summer experiences, including INTL 399 practicums. International Studies majors are eligible. Applications are due April 29.
Oxford COVID-19 Government Response Tracker
Oxford is currently recruiting volunteers for their international data collection team.
International Center for Journalists Internship
Gain experience in developing international journalism programs in this paid internship.
Center for Global Development Job
CGD is accepting applications for its research assistant and program coordinator positions.
Truman Center for National Policy Fellowship
Fellowships are virtual and will support work in national security and foreign policy.
Center for a New American Security Internship
A six-month internship involving policy research and writing and exposure to national policy debates and decision-makers.
Tips on Building a Federal Resume
Federal employment resumes differ from traditional resumes in several ways. View these tips. Some agencies prefer that you use their resume builder.
Tips to Prepare for a Security Clearance
View these five tips for preparing for a security clearance in advance.
Medwish Internships
This global health organization is currently accepting applications for internships in its Cleveland office.
American Enterprise Institute Internships
This Washington, DC think tank offers foreign policy and regionally-focused internships. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until all positions are filled
Asia
Holi Celebration
Friday, April 1, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., Freiberger Field
Join the Center for International Affairs for a Holi Celebration.
KSA Night
Friday, April 1, 6:30 p.m., Thwing Center Ballroom
The Korean Student Association will showcase KSA dance groups and feature traditional Korean food. Tickets are $10.
Service Fellowship in India
The American India Foundation provides service opportunities through host organizations in India. Applications for the 2022-2023 fellowship cycle accepted beginning April 2022.
Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975)
Friday, April 1, Strosacker Auditorium
All members of the campus community are invited to join the CWRU Film Society for this film showing.
Supplies for Ukrainian Refugees
A donation box is on the first floor of the Health Education Campus, Room 160. Medical supplies preferred but non-medical also accepted.
Ukrainathon
Recording available
INTL Director Kelly McMann and more than 90 other scholars of Eurasia provided insight into the war in 15-minute talks during this 24-hour Zoom-a-thon fundraiser.