FULBRIGHT English Teaching and Study/Research - Info Sessions

ATTENTION undergrads and recent graduates: Are you interested in pursuing prestigious international study/research or English teaching opportunities after graduation?

Attend an info session to learn about the Fulbright Fellowship Program, the nation’s largest and most prestigious global fellowship program!

Fulbright awards provide recent B.S./B.A. graduates (who are also US citizens) with opportunities for international experience, personal enrichment and an open exchange of ideas with citizens of other nations. About 2000 Fulbright fully-funded grants are currently available to over 150 nations. 

There are two distinct types of grant: study/research awards for students who wish to investigate timely and significant topics abroad, and English Teaching Assistantships. You will find below some brief introductory information about Fulbright awards. For detailed information please visit the Fulbright US Student Program website at: http://us.fulbrightonline.org/home.html

The National Scholarships Office at the University of Maryland is hosting information several workshops on Fulbright study/research and teaching opportunities – please RSVP using the links below if you plan to attend (and let us know if are interested but unable to attend by writing to fulbright@umd.edu).

FULBRIGHT GRANT INFO SESSIONS (Link to online schedule here)

Please specify which day/time you plan to attend in your response.

Tuesday, February 11 at 4:30 pm – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Thursday, February 13 at 12 noon – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.eduThursday, February 13 at 4:30 pm – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.eduFriday, February 14 at 12 noon – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.eduMonday, February 17 at 12 noon – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.eduMonday, February 17 at 4:30 pm – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Wednesday, February 12 at 12 noon – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Wednesday, February 12 at 4:30 pm – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Who Can Apply: US Citizens – Current Juniors and Seniors, Recent Grads – All Majors – GPA of 3.0 or higher recommended – Campus Deadline: September 1, 2020

Award Amounts: In general, Fulbright grants for study and teaching cover the following costs: Round-trip transportation to the host country; Maintenance for the academic year, based on living costs in the host country; Medical Insurance; and orientation programs, in some cases. Fulbright study grants may also provide: Book and research allowances; Full or partial tuition, in most cases.

Duration: Approximately one academic year; length and timing of awards varies by individual country and/or region.

UMD Campus Deadline: September 1, 2020 – contact us at fulbright@umd.edu for details.

Smith Minor Applications *OPEN* DUE February 17th

The Smith Business Minor program applications are open for students interested in pursuing a minor in General Business, Business Analytics, and Innovation & Entrepreneurship. We will be hosting two upcoming information sessions for students who would like to explore the possibility of adding one of three Business minors to their academic portfolio. 

Students who are interested in Business Analytics should attend the Monday, February 3rd session at 6 pm in Van Munching 1505. While those interested in General Business or the Innovation & Entrepreneurship minors should attend the information session on Tuesday, February 4th at 6:30pm in Edward St John 2212.  

If students have any questions, they can visit us online at go.umd.edu/smithminors or email smithminors@rhsmith.umd.edu.

Sign Up for IDEA258C: Designing Ethical Campaigns (1 Credit) Tuesday 3:30-5pm

Looking for 1 more credit? This is the perfect class for you! This student taught course will introduce students and immerse them in the methods of running an ethical campaign with an emphasis on the Academy's focus on design thinking and lean start up. Discover what you are passionate about and learn how to design a campaign around it in a way that can make tangible differences AND stay true to its core values. Questions? Contact Andrew String (apstring@umd.edu) or Alexis Amos (aamos1@umd.edu). Click here to learn more about the course  

Omicron Delta Kappa Applications Open

SUMMER 2020 HEALTH, EDUCATION, LABOR, DISABILITY, OVERSIGHT, AND COMMUNICATIONS INTERNS AND LAW CLERKS

The U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP), Office of the Ranking Member, Democratic Staff, seeks unpaid interns and law clerks for the summer of 2020. The positions offer undergraduate, graduate, and law students the opportunity to gain substantive experience in a Senate office while participating directly in the legislative process. Intern and law clerk responsibilities include, but are not limited to: assisting Committee staff in performing office duties, conducting research, analyzing legislation, drafting memorandums, and assisting in hearing preparation. Interns and law clerks play a key role in the office and will work closely with senior policy advisors and counsels. 

HELP Committee:  The HELP Committee works on a wide range of issues in the areas of health, education, labor, workforce, pensions, and oversight. Please specify within your application which office or offices you would prefer to work in.

Qualifications:  Applicants should have (i) an interest in public policy and (ii) a desire to learn.  They also must have good attention to detail, work well under pressure, be self-motivated, and possess excellent written and oral communication skills. 

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Openings:  

Health Policy Intern: interest and experience in health-related matters, including but not limited to: the Affordable Care Act, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, children’s health, the Food and Drug Administration, health equity/disparities, health information technology, health workforce, Medicare/Medicaid, mental health, the National Institutes of Health, public health and preparedness, and/or women’s health.

Education Policy Intern: interest in education-related policy, including: early childhood, k-12, postsecondary, workforce, and civil rights issues. Interest or experience teaching or working with students encouraged.

Labor Policy Law Clerk: clerkship open to current law students or recent law school graduates who have an interest in or experience in issues facing workers, including workers’ rights, minimum wage and overtime, union rights and collective bargaining, inequality, occupational safety and health, international labor rights, family and medical leave, equal pay, and equal employment opportunity and civil rights.

Oversight Law Clerk: clerkship open to current law students or recent law school graduates who are interested in health, education, and labor law and policies that strive to protect consumers, workers, and the public. Previous experience in government is not required but candidates should have a general understanding of the legislative process.

Communications Intern: interest in press and communications, including: social media, press releases, speechwriting, op-ed writing, and media outreach (ii) an interest in public policy and (iii) a desire to learn. Strong candidates will demonstrate good attention to detail, work well under pressure, be self-motivated, and possess excellent written and oral communication skills. Writing and research experience preferred. Policy issues will vary. Applicants for the communications position should prioritize press-oriented writing samples over academic-oriented ones.       

Disability Policy Intern or Law Clerk: interest in issues and policy as it relates to individuals with disabilities that may include: equitable educational opportunities, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, seclusion and restraint, alternate assessment, equitable employment opportunities, AbilityOne, efforts to phase out subminimum wage, health care broadly, home and community based services, health disparities, Medicaid, and disability rights

Applications: Interested applicants should apply to this position by submitting a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and application form found on the OAM website. New users will have to sign up on the OAM portal to apply. Please indicate your availability. The deadline for the summer 2020 internship program is Friday, March 13th, 2020. This office is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity or sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, gender, uniformed service, genetic information, or any other factor.

Career Shuttle to the U.S. Department of the Treasury, International Affairs

Career Shuttle to U.S. Department of the Treasury, International Affairs

Friday, March 6, 2020   |   11:00 am - 1:00 pm 
Location: Washington, DC

Registration is required to attend 

The Treasury's Office of International Affairs (IA) works to ensure the most favorable external environment for sustained jobs and economic growth in the United States.  UMD students of all majors (undergraduate & graduate) are welcome to attend, though students interested in economics, finance/accounting, international affairs, and law stand to benefit most from this trip. Space is limited so you must register for this visit. During our visit, we will receive a short tour and hear from professional’s currently working in the office. 

We will specifically learn more about the following hiring program/position during the visit: Junior Fellowship Program, International Economist. The Treasury's Office requires a short a background check on each attendee in order to attend. Attendees will have the option of meeting in Washington, DC or traveling as a group via Metro from campus. Travel funds will not be provided, however contact Mrs. Marsico if you need assistance. More details will be shared with students who register to attend.

This event is organized by the University Career Center & The President's Promise. For additional information about this event visit the Center's Calendar of Events or contact Kristen Marsico at ucc-bsos@umd.edu. 

Gilman Study Abroad Scholarship for Pell Grant Recipients

Are you a Pell Grantrecipient planning to study abroad in Summer 2020, Fall 2020, or Fall/Spring 2020? 

You may be eligible to apply for the U.S. State Department’s Gilman Scholarship, which provides up to $5,000 for study abroad and up to $8,000 if you are studying a critical language. In the last three years, over 100 UMD undergraduate students have won Gilman Scholarships! 

Sign up for more information by clicking here – we’ll give you access to our ELMS Gilman resource site, which includes samples of successful application essays, and let you know how you can earn the AUTOMATIC $1,000 grant for study abroad from the UMD Education Abroad Office for submitting your Gilman application! Please attend our alumni panel event, or on of our many info sessions:

INFORMATION SESSIONS (link to online schedule here)

RSVP: gilman@umd.edu. Note different locations. If you're interested but unable to attend, please write to the same address to let us know.

Tuesday, January 28, 12:00 – 12:30 pm, 2403A Marie Mount Hall

Tuesday, January 28, 2:00 – 2:30 pm, 1201 Marie Mount Hall

Wednesday, January 29, 12:00 – 12:30 pm, 2403A Marie Mount Hall

Wednesday, January 29, 4:30 – 5:00 pm, 1201 Marie Mount Hall

Thursday, January 30, 10:00 – 10:30 am, 1201 Marie Mount Hall

Thursday, January 30, 4:30 – 5:00 pm, 2403A Marie Mount Hall

Friday, January 31, 12:00 – 12:30 pm, 2403A Marie Mount Hall

Monday, February 3, 11:00 – 11:30 am, 1201 Marie Mount Hall

Tuesday, February 4, 2:00 – 2:30 pm, 1201 Marie Mount Hall

Tuesday, February 4, 4:00 – 4:30 pm, 2403A Marie Mount Hall

Wednesday, February 5, 12:30 – 1:00 pm, 1201 Marie Mount Hall

Thursday, February 6, 12:00 -12:00 pm, 1201 Marie Mount Hall

Friday, February 7, 4:00 – 4:30 pm, 2403A Marie Mount Hall

  

DEADLINE TO APPLY: March 3, 2020 (11:59pm Pacific Time) 

ELIGIBILITY: To be eligible, students must be: a U.S. citizen, a Pell Grant recipient, a freshman, sophomore, junior or senior (includes all majors), and studying abroad for at least 21 days

National Scholarship Office

University of Maryland    

Master's in International Affairs from Arizona State - Classes in D.C.!

The Arizona State University (ASU) Master’s degree in International Affairs and Leadership (MA IAL) with classes in residence at the McCain Institute in Washington, DC will launch in August 2020. 

Don’t miss the Study Abroad Fair February 5th!

Fearless Terps think outside their borders! Visit Education Abroad’s Study Abroad Fair to discover the 400+ exciting and extraordinary learning opportunities around the globe. There is a study abroad journey for every academic plan. Connect with faculty, program representatives, financial aid/scholarship experts, and our many student #TerpsAbroad alumni who can share their story about what it’s like to live and learn abroad.

When: Wednesday, February 5th 2-5 PM

Where: Grand Ballroom, Stamp

http://ter.ps/EAFair20

Don’t miss your opportunity to discover how YOU can make study abroad a reality!

For more information and to browse programs, visit Education Abroad at https://globalmaryland.umd.edu/offices/education-abroad

Yale Review of International Studies

The Yale Review of International Studies has opened its submissions period for our Spring Issue, open to submissions from all undergraduate students. Students will have the opportunity to see their work published in a selective academic journal on international affairs. We are cordially inviting undergraduate students at University of Maryland - College Park to submit to the Spring Issue of YRIS.

The Yale Review of International Studies is an English-language print and online academic journal seeking interesting, diverse, and compelling scholarship on international questions broadly understood: the relations between countries, trends or challenges of transnational or global scope, and the interaction of people and ideas from different countries.

Our submissions period for the Spring Issue is open until February 1. You can read our submission guidelines at http://yris.yira.org/submission-guidelines, and submissions should be emailed to yris@yira.org by 11:59 pm on Saturday, Feb 1. 

We look forward to reading your work! 

Sadat Chair Student Office Assistant Needed

The Anwar Sadat Chair for Peace and Development is accepting applications for a student office
assistant for the Spring 2020 semester. This is a paid position. We are looking for a student office
assistant with excellent writing and oral communication skills, strong attention to detail, research
experience, and a background assisting with events. Applicants with knowledge of SPSS,
Microsoft Office Suite, and Adobe Acrobat preferred. In addition, applicants with previous
experience helping with events, both on or off campus, will also be given preference. If you are
interested, please email your resume, a cover letter that includes your hours of availability, a one-
page writing sample, and the names, titles, and phone numbers of two references to
sadat@umd.edu. Please write “Sadat Chair Student Office Assistant Application” in the subject
line. Applications will be accepted until Friday, January 31 st , 2020. Applicants who are
considered will be contacted for an in-person interview.

UW-Madison Political Science Department’s Second Annual Diversity Visiting Day

A call for students from under-represented backgrounds (especially students of color and first-generation college students) who have the potential for graduate study in political science: 

UW-Madison Political Science department’s second annual diversity visiting day is on Friday, April 24, 2020. Visiting day is intended to increase the diversity of applicants to political science Ph.D. programs by reaching out to students in under-represented groups who might not otherwise consider graduate school. The intention is to reach out to students relatively earlier in their academic career (current juniors and perhaps seniors who have not yet applied to graduate school).
 
During the visiting day, students will participate in conversations with our faculty and graduate students about current political science research as well as about applying to graduate school, graduate school life, and post-graduate school career paths. They will focus especially on how to navigate academia and the support networks available to first-generation graduate students and students from underrepresented backgrounds.
 
This year’s visiting day will be on Friday, April 24, 2020. Participants will travel to Madison on Thursday and return on Saturday. All expenses related to transportation, housing, and dining will be covered. Interested students should send a cover letter, transcript (unofficial is fine), and a letter of recommendation to shelef@wisc.edu by February 15, 2020.
 
Please feel free to contact the above email if you have any questions.

Laney Graduate School's Summer Opportunity for Academic Research

Applications are now open for the 

Laney Graduate School's Summer Opportunity for Academic Research program. 

Apply by January 29, 2020

The LGS-SOAR Program (May 26 – July 31), is a 10-week residential summer program where research fellows conduct full-time research and are mentored by their Faculty Mentor and teams of postdocs, research technicians, librarians, graduate students, and other undergraduates. SOAR scholars receive a housing award for residence on the Emory campus and a stipend to support their full-time attention to research training and professional development. 

The program is unique in that all scholars will be from historically underrepresented ethnic and racial backgrounds in graduate education. If your applying scholar is financially sponsored by another funding mechanism or program please contact me so we can ensure all documentations are collected to ensure a smooth financial transition. 

The program is geared to introduce talented, potential Laney Graduate School Scholars to a vast skillset that includes: 

• Communicating research to a variety of audiences

• Problem solving

• Interpreting results

• Participating in novel research

• Navigating difficult ethical situations

• Network building

• Presenting their work (Symposium Style Capstone Experience)

Eligibility

Applicants must be on track to graduate between December 2020 and June 2023 and have a minimum 3.0 GPA.

 

Application

A complete application will include items such as a transcript, statement of purpose, application form, letter of support and more. For more information, visit our website. Questions about applications?  We have a PDF document with instructions.

 

Application deadline is January 29.

 

Questions?  Contact Associate Dean Amanda Marie James at laney.edge@emory.edu.

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Maryland Student Researchers Program Opportunities

MARYLAND CENTER FOR UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH

Maryland Student Researchers / Database of Opportunities

ARE YOU AN UNDERGRADUATE INTERESTED IN EXPLORING RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES FOR SPRING 2020 AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND? 

Learn more about the Maryland Student Researchers program, and review over 165 available opportunities (more added daily) by clicking here.

The Maryland Student Researchers (MSR) program maintains a University-wide online bulletin board where UMD researchers post research opportunities for undergraduate students. It is a great way for undergraduates to learn about the rewards and challenges of academic research. Over 165 projects are listed with more being added so check back regularly over the next several weeks.

The MSR bulletin board is designed to help undergraduates find research opportunities that are a good fit for their interests and qualifications, and to help faculty members find students to assist with their research project(s). The research opportunities posted on the MSR website typically call for students to spend around six hours a week working under the direction of a faculty mentor on that faculty member’s own research.  Participating students learn skills and gain valuable experience that will enhance their graduate school and job qualifications. Many positions are for volunteers, some are paid.

ELIGIBILITY: Any student in good academic standing may apply directly for any listed opportunities for which they have the listed required skills.  It is open to undergraduates of all majors and disciplines with an interest in research. Many positions are offered on a volunteer basis, and selection of undergraduate researchers is made solely by the faculty members who provide the listed opportunities.

INFO SESSIONS: (Link to online schedule here)The Maryland Center for Undergraduate Research is holding early-semester information sessions to assist students who want to use the MSR bulletin board to identify suitable research opportunities, and also to provide advice about additional ways to pursue research opportunities.  Click here to sign up for an information session!

• Monday, January 27 at 1:00pm
• Tuesday, January 28 at 2:30pm
• Wednesday, January 29 at 3:00pm
• Wednesday, January 29 at 4:00pm
• Thursday, January 30 at 12:00pm (noon)
• Monday, February 3 at 1:00pm
• Tuesday, February 4 at 12:00pm (noon)
• Tuesday, February 4 at 2:30pm
• Wednesday, February 5 at 12:00pm (noon)
• Thursday, February 6 at 10:00am

Gilman Study Abroad Scholarship for Pell Grant Recipients

Are you a Pell Grant recipient and U.S. citizen planning to study abroad in summer 2020, fall 2020, or AY 2020-21? 

You may be eligible to apply for the U.S. State Department’s Gilman Scholarship, which provides up to $5,000 for study abroad and up to $8,000 if you are studying a critical need language. In the last three years, 107 UMD undergraduate students have won Gilman Scholarships! 

Attend one of our upcoming information sessions and you'll get access to our ELMS Gilman resource site, which includes samples of successful application essays. We'll also let you know how you can earn an automatic $1,000 study abroad grant from the UMD Education Abroad office for completing a Gilman application!

IMPORTANT: To receive the UMD EA grant, you must participate in your study abroad program.

INFORMATION SESSIONS (link to online schedule here)

We are holding several information sessions where you can learn more about the program and ask questions. RSVP: gilman@umd.edu. Note different locations. If you're interested but unable to attend, please write to the same address to let us know.

Monday, January 27, 12:00 – 12:30 pm, 1201 Marie Mount Hall

Tuesday, January 28, 12:00 – 12:30 pm, 2403A Marie Mount Hall

Tuesday, January 28, 2:00 – 2:30 pm, 1201 Marie Mount Hall

Wednesday, January 29, 12:00 – 12:30 pm, 2403A Marie Mount Hall

Wednesday, January 29, 4:30 – 5:00 pm, 1201 Marie Mount Hall

Thursday, January 30, 10:00 – 10:30 am, 1201 Marie Mount Hall

Thursday, January 30, 4:30 – 5:00 pm, 2403A Marie Mount Hall

Friday, January 31, 12:00 – 12:30 pm, 2403A Marie Mount Hall

Monday, February 3, 11:00 – 11:30 am, 1201 Marie Mount Hall

Tuesday, February 4, 2:00 – 2:30 pm, 1201 Marie Mount Hall

Tuesday, February 4, 4:00 – 4:30 pm, 2403A Marie Mount Hall

Wednesday, February 5, 12:30 – 1:00 pm, 1201 Marie Mount Hall

Thursday, February 6, 12:00 -12:00 pm, 1201 Marie Mount Hall

Friday, February 7, 4:00 – 4:30 pm, 2403A Marie Mount Hall

RETURNED GILMAN SCHOLAR PANEL

Finally, hear from your peers about their experiences applying for Gilman and studying abroad by attending the Returned Gilman Scholars Panel. We will have refreshments!

WHEN: Thursday, February 6, 5:00 – 6:00 pm

WHERE: 1102 H.J. Patterson Hall

RSVP: gilman@umd.edu

DEADLINE: March 3

ELIGIBILITY

To be eligible, students must be:

·  a U.S. citizen

·  a Pell Grant recipient

·  a freshman, sophomore, junior or senior (includes all majors)

·  studying abroad for at least 21 days

Medicare for All Organizing Internship

Public Citizen is a national, non-partisan, public interest group with more than 500,000 members and supporters. We take on corporate power and seek to advance justice and democracy, health and equality. We have worked for a single-payer, Medicare for All system for our entire 47-year history, and are now scaling up our campaigning.  Our Medicare for All program is seeking new organizing interns for the Spring 2020 academic session.  We are also pre-accepting interns for the Summer 2020 session. 

**We are accepting unpaid internships on a rolling basis and only accepting paid internship for Summer 2020**

Every day, Americans experience a health care system that doesn’t work, and they know it. People turned out en masse to protect the Medicaid expansion, and they did so around the broad idea that health care is right for all. Public support for a single-payer, Medicare for All system is surging, and politicians are paying attention. Now it’s time to seize the opportunity to drive forward the Medicare for All campaign, and to win.

The Medicare for All organizing internship is designed to provide a better understanding of the role of public interest activism within the federal and local legislative processes.  The position is expected to give a broad experience influencing U.S. Congress and local government bodies as well as varied activities to build a background in public interest policy and advocacy work. The Medicare for All intern will provide support to our Medicare For All Resolutions Campaign, which coordinates with activist leaders around the country to pass city and county resolutions as well as mobilizing activists in target congressional districts.

Qualifications:

• The following skills and experience are desirable:
• Basic knowledge of the legislative process at a federal level and an interest in local-level politics.
• Basic knowledge of public health policy issues.
• Willingness to assist with all aspects of organizing and advocacy work
• Strong organizational, writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work at least 15 hours a week

To apply:

Public Citizen offers unpaid internships (course credit can be arranged) and a small number of paid internships ($15 an hour).  To be considered for a paid internship for Summer 2020, candidates must apply by March 13, 2020, and submit materials listed below.  Our summer internships are typically full time (40 hours a week for around eight weeks), although we have some flexibility as to hours and weeks.  Chosen applicants will be notified by Monday, April 6, 2020.

If you are applying for a paid internship, please include an essay outlining why you want to intern at Public Citizen and any other information about you that you wish to have considered, including your need for financial support (500 words or less). If you have completed the FAFSA, please also submit a copy of your Student Aid Report (SAR).

Applicants should send a cover letter, resume and one or two writing samples to bshannahan@citizen.org with “internship application” and the time period for which you are applying in the subject line. Writing samples should be five pages or less and may cover any subject. No phone calls please. Public Citizen is an equal opportunity employer.

Pi Sigma Alpha Undergraduate Journal of Politics

This is Oakland University's last semester as host of the "Pi Sigma Alpha Undergraduate Journal of Politics." Our journal is an online, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to the publication of undergraduate student research from all areas of Political science. Undergraduates should consider submitting research that they have completed in senior seminars, capstone courses, and methods courses. Honor theses are also welcome, as long as they are under 35, double-spaced pages. In general, manuscripts selected for publication are well-written with a well-developed thesis, compelling argument, and original analysis. 

The E-Board welcomes a wide range of manuscript topics! Previous issues are available online: http://www.psajournal.org/ 

We also welcome research completed by recent graduates, as long as the research was completed while they were undergraduate students. The submission deadline is FEBRUARY 1. Manuscripts should be submitted via email here: psajournalou@gmail.com

Students do not have to be PSA members to apply.