{"id":3780,"date":"2021-10-20T23:26:01","date_gmt":"2021-10-20T23:26:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/artsci.case.edu\/international-studies\/?p=3780"},"modified":"2021-10-20T23:26:01","modified_gmt":"2021-10-20T23:26:01","slug":"october-14-2021-newsletter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/artsci.case.edu\/international-studies\/2021\/10\/20\/october-14-2021-newsletter\/","title":{"rendered":"October 14, 2021 Newsletter"},"content":{"rendered":"

All Majors<\/strong><\/u><\/p>\n

RSVP – Career Workshop<\/a>
\nOctober 23,\u00a04:00-6:00p.m., Virtual
\nTo enable more alumni during the pandemic to share their advice about internships, jobs, and careers, the International Studies Career Workshop will be virtual this year.\u00a0 RSVP\u00a0here\u00a0<\/a>to confirm that you will be able to attend. Co-sponsored by Sigma Iota Rho.<\/p>\n

International Studies Breakfast and Dessert
\nThursday, October 28, 8:45-9:45am, Mather House 100
\nThursday, October 28, 4-5pm, Mather House 100
\nPlease attend one or both of these events, which are an opportunity for prospective majors to learn about International Studies from current majors.\u00a0RSVP<\/a>\u00a0by noon on Wednesday, October 27, to let us know which event you plan to attend. Contact\u00a0Kasey Pukys<\/a>\u00a0with any questions.<\/p>\n

June 30 INTL Studies Director Transition<\/a>
\nDirector Kelly McMann announced in a September 30 email to each major that she will step down June 30, 2022 and described the plans for selecting a new director.\u00a0 Read the email\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

U.S. Department of State Internships<\/a>
\nApplications for 2022 summer internships accepted through October 18. Internship assignments are both domestic and abroad.\u00a0 Juniors focusing on international security and diplomacy should apply for post abroad for their INTL practicum.<\/p>\n

Think Tank Research Internship<\/a>
\nCollect data and write reports on social policy think tanks worldwide this semester with a University of Pennsylvania research team. Interested applicants should contact the TTCSP Intern Coordinator (ttcsp.interncoordinator@gmail.com<\/a>) and cc project leads (keo35@case.edu<\/a>,
\nananyaga@sas.upenn.edu<\/a>).<\/p>\n

Herbert Scoville Jr. Peace Fellowship<\/a>
\nThe Scoville Peace Fellowship offers recent graduates the opportunity to work full-time with non-profit and public-interest organizations. Applications close October 18, 2021 for the Spring 2022 semester.<\/p>\n

U.S. Department of Treasury Fellowship<\/a>
\nIn this two-year program, fellows will work in the U.S. Treasury\u2019s Office of International Affairs. Applications are due October 29, 2021.<\/p>\n

PPIA Junior Summer Institute<\/a>
\nThis program prepares juniors seeking careers in public service for graduate school. Applications are due November 1, 2021.<\/p>\n

Truman Scholarship<\/a>
\nInterested juniors should submit preliminary applications for this public affairs graduate school scholarship to Dean Amanda McCarthy by November 15, 2021.<\/p>\n

Critical Language Scholarship Program<\/a>
\nSummer 2022 CLS applications are now available. The application deadline is November 16, 2021.<\/p>\n

James C. Gaither Junior Fellows Program<\/a>
\nGraduates work at the Carnegie Endowment for\u00a0International\u00a0Peace in Washington, D.C. Seniors should submit application information to Dean Amanda McCarthy by November 30, 2021. Juniors should meet with her to plan.<\/p>\n

Projects for Peace<\/a>
\nPropose 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, 2021.<\/p>\n

The United Nations in a Changing World<\/a>
\nOctober 19, 5:30-7:15 p.m., The Union Club<\/em>
\nJoin United Nations Secretary-General Spokesperson St\u00e9phane Dujarric for a discussion on how the UN can address global challenges. Student tickets are $5. Register in advance.<\/p>\n

Graduate Program Open Houses<\/a>
\nOctober 19 \u2013 November 18, Virtual<\/em>
\nRegister in advance for open houses each featuring graduate programs focused on a different foreign-related topic, such as Africa or sustainability.<\/p>\n

Graduate School Open House<\/a>
\nOctober 20, 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Virtual<\/em>
\nJoin representatives from top graduate schools in international affairs, diplomacy, and public policy for one-on-one chats. Register in advance.
\nAsia<\/u><\/strong><\/span>
\nJapan Exchange and Teaching\u00a0Program<\/a>
\nTeach English in Japan after college through the\u00a0JET\u00a0Program.\u00a0 Numerous International Studies alumni have secured positions in this competitive\u00a0program. The 2022 program application deadline is November 12, 2021.<\/p>\n

Blakemore Freeman Fellowships<\/a>
\nFellows undertake language study in Asia for an academic year. Applications are due December 31, 2021.<\/p>\n

Xiao Wu (The Pickpocket)<\/em><\/a>
\nOctober 21, 6:45 p.m., Cinematheque<\/em>
\nThe life of a struggling petty thief in a small Chinese town during the transition to a market economy is depicted. Tickets are $8 for those under 25 years old.<\/p>\n

Europe<\/u><\/strong><\/span>
\nGermany’s New Government<\/a>
\nOctober 15, 12:30-1:30 p.m., Virtual<\/em>
\nKent State Political Science Professor Mark Cassell will lead a discussion on Germany\u2019s recent election and the implications for European Union leadership. Register in advance.<\/p>\n

Quo<\/em>\u00a0Vadis,\u00a0Aida?<\/em><\/a>
\nOctober 16 7:00 p.m., October 17 8:30 p.m., Cinematheque<\/em>
\nThis Bosnian War drama follows a Bosnian United Nations translator as she attempts to protect her family at home. Tickets are $7 for those under 25 years old.<\/p>\n

Juliet of the Spirits<\/em><\/a>
\nOctober 16 9:05 p.m., October 17 3:30 p.m., Cinematheque<\/em>
\nFrom Federico Fellini, this fantasy depicts a Roman woman who fears her husband is cheating on her. Tickets are $8 for those under 25 years old.<\/p>\n

Harmonia<\/a>
\nOctober 17, 3:00-5:00 p.m., Maltz Performing Arts Center<\/em>
\nEnjoy music from Eastern Europe played on authentic folk instruments. Get tickets in advance\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Latin America<\/strong><\/u>
\nLatin Americanist Conference<\/a>
\nSubmit a paper proposal to the Ohio Latin Americanist Conference, held February 25-26, 2022. Proposals are due December 10.<\/p>\n

Salsa Lesson<\/a>
\nOctober 19, 7:00-8:30 p.m., Village Dance Studio<\/em>
\nHave a lesson with the Salsa Dance Club. Open to all CWRU students.<\/p>\n

Middle East<\/strong><\/u>
\nFalafel Gyros<\/a>
\nOctober 17, 4:00-6:00 p.m., Student Organization Center<\/em>
\nRegister on\u00a0CampusGroups<\/a>\u00a0to cook falafel and gyros with the CWRU Cooking Club during fall break.<\/p>\n

The International Studies Program does not endorse or sponsor the fellowships, internships, jobs, and other opportunities listed in the newsletter.\u00a0Students are encouraged to evaluate them.\u00a0<\/em>During the\u00a0COVID-19 pandemic, follow all government and public health restrictions and\u00a0advice when taking advantage of these opportunities.\u00a0CDC information and resources appear\u00a0here<\/a>.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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