Political Science Advising NewsletterSeptember 29, 2008 |
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Important DatesPOLITICAL SCIENCE ADVISING OFFICE HOURS: Sept 24 - 30: Free add/drop period Sept 30: Last day to add, drop or change a course without being assessed a late fee October 1 - 7: Unrestricted drop period, $20 fee October 10th: Graduation application deadline for Fall 2008
For all other important dates, consult the Academic Calendar
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Study Abroad Programs
There is still space available in the English Department Spring London Program. This program is open to students in all majors. We will be holding an information session for all interested students on Friday, October 3rd, at 3:30pm in Thompson Hall, room 211. More information about the program can be found here: You are also welcome to contact directly Bridget Norquist, Academic Adviser in the English Department, with questions. Applications are available in the English Advising Office or by request.
There is now a low-cost, UW Study Abroad Insurance Plan available to UW students. Offered by the same insurer as the UW student health plan, the UW Study Abroad Insurance Plan provides major medical insurance as well as medical evacuation and repatriation benefits anywhere in the world for approximately $35 per month. All formally admitted matriculated students at the University of Washington - Seattle, Bothell and Tacoma campuses who are taking credit hours and who are temporarily engaged in educational activities outside the U.S. are eligible to enroll in this insurance plan. Students must be enrolled through the UW International Programs & Exchanges Office or equivalent foreign study programs at the School or College level. For policy details and enrollment instructions, please visit the IPE website.
Please be aware of an excellent exchange program opportunity (during UW's Winter and Spring Quarters) for any upper-division undergraduate or graduate students interested in the nonprofit sector and civil society in North America. The Nancy Bell Evans Center is pleased to participate in a multi-year, trilateral DCSCS exchange program that focuses on providing students from the United States, Canada, and Mexico with an in-depth and comparative perspective on the complex and changing nature of the nonprofit sector and civil society in North America. This year, selected applicants will have the opportunity to study at either Carleton University in Ottawa, Ontario or El Colegio Mexiquense, A.C. in Toluca, Mexico. Students will be involved in new case-study based, nonprofit management courses specifically designed for this program; work closely with local nonprofit organizations; submit their case reports for possible publication on the Evans School's Electronic Hallway. For more information on the program and eligibility requirements, please visit our website. We will be accepting applications until Monday, October 13, 2008. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Tim Cormier,Research Assistant, Nancy Bell Evans Center on Nonprofits & Philanthropy, Evans School of Public Affairs University of Washington at nbec@u.washington.edu (206).221.4629
Info Sessions
Each week, the UW Career Center offers workshops addressing career-related topics (how to write a resume and cover letter, how to have a successful interview). With the exception of the two-days "Dependable Strengths" seminar, all workshops are free. Details about the workshops and the weekly calendar of events can be found here. You may also check out internships and career positions on HuskyJobs.
All UW Career Center workshops are held in Room 134 Mary Gates Hall unless otherwise noted , Approximately 50 minutes long, workshops are generally held during the afternoon at the UW Career Center throughout Autumn, Winter and Spring quarters. See calendar for dates and times. Scholarships/ GrantsAll applicants must be U.S. citizens. Applicants must be currently enrolled in a U.S. degree-granting program at the undergraduate or graduate level. Current undergraduate students must have completed at least one year of general college course-work by program start date (one year is defined as two semesters or three quarters). Students in all disciplines including business, engineering, science, the social sciences and humanities are encouraged to apply. For additional information, please refer students to: Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards Center for Experiential Learning, 120 Mary Gates Hall Contact: Mona Pitre-Collins or Robin Chang Email: scholarq@u.washington.edu The United States Department of State and the Council of American Overseas Research Centers (CAORC) are pleased to announce the availability of overseas scholarships for intensive summer language institutes in eleven critical need foreign languages for summer 2009. Languages offered: Arabic, Azerbaijani, Bangla/Bengali, Chinese, Hindi, Korean, Persian, Punjabi, Russian, Turkish, and Urdu. Countries may include: Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, China, Egypt, India, Jordan, Morocco, Oman, Russia, South Korea, Tajikistan, Tunisia, Turkey, or others where the target languages are spoken. Critical Language Scholarships (CLS) provide seven to ten week group-based intensive language instruction and extensive cultural enrichment experiences at the beginning, intermediate and advanced levels (beginning not offered for Azerbaijani, Russian, Chinese or Persian). Program details and the on-line application are available on our website, . The CLS Program is part of the National Security Language Initiative (NSLI), a U.S. government interagency effort to expand the number of Americans studying and mastering critical need foreign languages. Students of diverse disciplines and majors are encouraged to apply. Participants are expected to continue their language study beyond the scholarship period, and later apply their critical language skills in their future professional careers in any field. Deadline to Apply: On-line application due on Friday, November 14, 2008 . Grant Benefits: All CLS Program costs are covered for participants including: travel to and from the student's U.S. home city and program location, mandatory Washington, D.C. pre-departure orientation, applicable visa fees, room, board, group-based intensive language instruction, program-sponsored travel within country, and all entrance fees for CLS Program cultural enhancement activities. Note: U.S. passport fees will not be paid by the scholarship. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions regarding the CLS Program and application process at www.CLScholarship.org . Sponsored by the United States Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs Administered by the Council of American Overseas Research Centers The Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange for Young Professionals (CBYX) is now accepting applications from students and recent graduates throughout the US who are interested in experiencing German culture and everyday life through a federally-funded, work/study scholarship. The CBYX scholarship available to students and recent graduates between the ages of 18-24 in all majors and career fields, and does not require any prior German language knowledge! Participants spend a year studying and interning in their career fields in Germany while immersing themselves in German language and culture. For more information, visit www.cdsintl.org/cbyx . The CBYX for Young Professionals Scholarship Program includes:
CBYX for Young Professionals is funded by the US and German governments, through a grant by the US Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, under the authority of the Fulbright-Hays Act of 1961, as amended. The CBYX program is currently celebrating its 25th year. Applicants must be US citizens or permanent residents with clear career goals and some relevant work experience. German language skills are preferred, but not required. Participants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, have a strong interest in Germany and international affairs, and exhibit diplomacy, flexibility, and a strong sense of American identity. The application deadline is DECEMBER 1, 2008 for the program beginning in July 2009. Students and recent graduates can find out more and apply online at www.cdsintl.org/cbyx . Please feel free to contact us with any questions: cbyx@cdsintl.org 212-497-3513. Will Maier Assistant Program Officer & Alumni Coordinator Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange for Young Professionals CDS International, Inc. 440 Park Avenue South, 2nd Floor New York, NY 10016
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC YOUNG EXPLORER GRANTS - INFO SESSION OCT. 25 National Geographic Young Explorer Grants Workshop at UW Saturday, October 25, 2008, 9:30 am to 2:30 pm, Mary Gates Hall Students will learn how they can become a National Geographic Young Explorer Grantee. On Saturday, October 25, National Geographic explorers, staff, and grant committee members will be at UW for a day of presentations and discussion. They will also provide break out groups during which students can pitch their field project ideas. The workshop is free. Space is limited, so students should sign up early at http://youngexplorers.washington.edu/ . National Geographic Young Explorer Grants support individuals between the ages of 18 and 25 in their pursuit of research, exploration, and conservation-based field projects. Grants support projects involving anthropology, archaeology, astronomy, biology, climatology, conservation, geography, geology, mountaineering, paleontology, polar exploration, oceanography, and adventure. Both programs are presented in collaboration with the College of Arts and Sciences, Undergraduate Academic Affairs, the Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards, and the Undergraduate Research Program.
Leadership Scholarship Deadline : October 20, 2008 by 5pm Information sessions:
Application Writing Workshop : October 8, 5:00 to 6:30, Mary Gates Hall 224 Research Scholarship Deadline : October 17, 2008 by 5pm Information sessions:
Conferences/ Talks
Kamloops , British Columbia , Canada- January 15-18, 2009 The Departments of History, Philosophy, and Politics, jointly with the Thompson Rivers University History Club, invite submissions of proposals for individual research essays as well as proposals of panels for the Thompson Rivers University Undergraduate Conference in History, Philosophy, and Politics. All historical periods and all regions are encouraged as focal areas. Presenters must adhere to a 20 minute time limit in presentations, and must indicate if audio-visual and internet accessible tools are required. For individual paper proposals, send an abstract (maximum 350 words) outlining the research essay to be presented, along with name, institutional affiliation, email and postal addresses, and phone number. For panel proposals, please provide the names of each presenter on the panel, as well as a suggested general title for the panel, and individual abstracts of each presenter's paper (including name, affiliation, email and postal addresses, and phone number). Panel proposals must designate a contact person, and must be submitted as one complete packet. Panels must be comprised of no more than 3 (three) presenters, with presentations not exceeding 20 minutes each, to allow for moderator remarks and questions. We are pleased to announce the inclusion of a theme panel on “Student Culture in Small City Universities,” sponsored by the Community-University Research Alliance (CURA). Students are encouraged to submit proposals that address any aspect of this theme and that use any approach. Students who wish their paper to be considered for this panel should state so explicitly in their proposal. This CURA panel will be accompanied by a visual art exhibit on “Culture in Small Communities” hosted by the TRU Art Gallery . Deadline for submission: Friday, November 7, 2008 Submissions may be sent by email to: phpconf@mytru.ca Submissions may also be sent in hard copy to: Dr. Tina Block, Department of Philosophy, History and Politics, Thompson Rivers University , 900 McGill Road, Kamloops , British Columbia , V2C 5N3 , Canada For more information, please visit our website at www.tru.ca/phpconf
GLOBAL HEALTH 101: Second in a series of engaging, interactive learning opportunities Thursday, Oct. 16, 5:30-7:30 p.m. SBRI Discovery Conference Room 307 Westlake Ave. North, Seattle. Light refreshments will be served. With Seattle rapidly gaining stature as an epicenter for global health, now is the time to learn the basics or fill in gaps in your knowledge! Visit SBRI on Oct. 16 where you can interact with experts in round table discussions to learn: * What new technologies are driving research advances? * What does it take to get a new drug to market? * What is the role of science education in tomorrow's workforce? * What's happening at SBRI's field lab in Tanzania? SBRI president and founder Ken Stuart, Ph.D., will host an "Ask the President" forum, where he'll field your global health questions. You will also have the opportunity to tour SBRI's labs or take part in a hands-on experiment in the BioQuest Learning Lab. Admission is free, but space is limited! RSVP by Oct. 13. elli.koskella@sbri.org or 206.256.7214
What if everyone in King County had the same conversation? Where do we agree and disagree about local politics? What do we do about it? The answers may surprise us, but to find out we need you to join the conversation. You're invited to join us for a Community Dialogue on Monday, October 6th at 5:30PM in Mary Gates Hall, Room 293 (the POE Multipurpose Room). Have your opinions heard by policymakers and the press about issues including transportation and access to voting and volunteering, cultural richness and diversity, and neighborhood cohesion and public trust. University of Washington students, staff, and faculty are welcome to attend. This conversation will be facilitated by City Club, and hosted by the Carlson Leadership & Public Service Center and the Pipeline Project. FREE PIZZA provided. To RSVP or for more information, please contact us at engage@u.washington.edu . Claire Fraczek, M.Ed. Pipeline Project University of Washington
Ms. Ayisha Zaki, a distinguished human rights activist from Beirut , Lebanon will be visiting the University of Washington on October 7 th at 3:30 PM in HUB Room 309, during her international speaking tour across the U.S. Americans will have the rare opportunity to hear this dynamic speaker talk first-hand about the effects of war, occupation, and corporate globalization on the impoverished masses of the Middle East . Zaki received her education in Britain where she earned an Honors Degree in Psychology and Sociology and became the Socialist Students National Coordinator as well as their Black and Asian Caucus Coordinator. After working for the Campaign against Domestic Violence and Youth Against Racism in Europe , she was elected onto the National Committee of the Socialist Party of England and their Women's Committee. Zaki's wealth of experience in social justice activism is a true inspiration to those who have the opportunity to hear her speak. This speaking tour is being sponsored by Justice newspaper, Socialist Alternative, the Committee for a Workers' International, and various college departments, student organizations, and community groups in cities across the U.S. CoursesStudents can now register for LARCH 352A, 352AA History of Landscape Architecture class, TTh 4:30-5:50 pm and quiz section Th 6:10-7:00 pm in ARCH 147. The Landscape Architecture Dept. is also offering LARCH 300 Intro. to Landscape Architecture studio and LARCH 452 History of Urban Landscapes open to non-majors. If a student is considering applying to the Bachelors of Landscape Architecture (due date Feb. 15th), they need to have taken LARCH 300 and at least one History of Landscape Architecture course. These are also needed for a Minor in Landscape Architecture.
InternshipsDescription: The internship program in Senator Murray's office is very structured. We have regular meetings and trainings and encourage our interns to explore their interests and talents as the internship goes on. Certainly a part of their job is administrative work-i.e., helping with front office tasks, recording constituent opinions, etc., however we make it a point to ensure that this is not how they spend a majority of their time. We place a high value on constituent services and so primary responsibilities will include answering phones, writing constituent response letters (including the use of the Congressional Research Service and other research outlets) and leading tours of the U.S. Capitol Building. In addition, our interns will assist staff in all areas by attending briefings, writing memos and doing research. We also encourage our interns to further their own legislative interests by attending briefings and trainings which interest them. Our internship program will also include opportunities to meet with staff to build relationships and gain perspective on jobs in politics. U.S. Senator Patty Murray is looking for interns who want to learn more about the federal government and want to be part of a hardworking team dedicated to serving the citizens of Washington state. Qualifications Applicants must be graduate or undergraduate college students who have completed at least one year of college and whose permanent residence is the state of Washington or are attending a Washington state college or university. Program Outline Internship sessions are generally scheduled on the academic quarter: fall, winter, spring, summer. Internships are unpaid and are available for school credit if approved by your college or university. D.C. interns typically work full time (40 hours per week), however part-time schedules can be accommodated. All state internships are part-time. Senator Murray's D.C. office offers legislative and press internships. Outreach and constituent casework internships are available in the state offices. Job Description Interns work in all areas of the office. Responsibilities include: research, written and verbal communication with constituents and federal agencies, assisting at press conferences, attending briefings, and performing a variety of administrative tasks including fielding calls from constituents and greeting visitors. Contact D.C. internships: Office of Senator Patty Murray Attn: Ms. Amaia Kirtland 173 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 (202) 224-2621 dcinternship@murray.senate.gov Washington state internships: Office of Senator Patty Murray Attn: Ms. BethAnn Hoover 2988 Jackson Federal Building Seattle, WA 98174-1003 (206) 553-5545 interncoordinator@murray.senate.gov Information and Application: http://murray.senate.gov/internship Job Offers
Must have work-study award from Student Financial Aid. Time Period: Autumn 2008-Spring 2009. Possible continuation in Summer 2009 if student is awarded summer work-study and has performed well. Hours negotiable between M-F, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. At least 3 days/week preferred. Wage: $11.00/hour. Job Description: Assist Epidemiology Administrative and Program Offices with clerical and administrative tasks. Responsibilities (May vary, but will include some of following): Student-Related Tasks Assist with a few department social events. Clerical Support
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Send cover letter (plain text email fine) and resume (by attachment) by email to Kate O'Brien, Student Services Mgr at epi@u.washington.edu with subject line: Work Study Position - Your Name Must have work-study award from Student Financial Aid. Time Period: Autumn 2008-Spring 2009. Possible continuation in Summer 2009. Hours: Academic year up to 19 hours per week. Summer possible. Hours negotiable between M-F, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. At least 3 days/week preferred. Wage: $11.00/hour. Job Description: Assist Department of Global Health Education and Curriculum Office staff with clerical and administrative tasks. Work Location: Foege Building S-434 and Health Sciences Building H-660 Responsibilities (May vary, but will include some of following):
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Send cover letter (plain text email fine) and resume (by attachment) by email , using subject line: "Work Study Position - Your Name" to Sarah Frey at: freys@u.washington.edu
We have an excellent opportunity for student who is work-study eligible per UW Financial Aid Award in autumn 2008 for office/administrative work in the School of Public Health Dean's office. Salary: $9.00 - $13.00 per hour, Depending on experience Duties include: filing, copying, special data projects, front desk backup, miscellaneous errands and other office duties. Minimum Qualifications: Attention to detail and ability to work independently a must. Web savvy and experience with complex tasks a plus. 15 hours per week minimum or more (up to 19 hrs per week). Experience working in an office setting preferred. Interested candidates, please e-mail your resume and cover letter to Bridget Doyle, M.Ed. Director, Academic Affairs, Faculty Advancement & Research Programs School of Public Health and Community Medicine at badw@u.washington.edu
First Year Programs is currently seeking applicants for the position of Student Coordinator. The Student Coordinator functions administratively and programmatically in support of all transitional programs for which the office is responsible. These programs include Advising and Orientation, Family Orientation, Off-Site Programs, Freshman Interest Groups, Transfer Interest Groups, Freshman Seminars, Dawg Daze, Husky Adventures, and Husky Experience. This is a position of significant responsibility, open to all currently registered UW undergraduate students, who are available to work in a year-round capacity. Applications must be submitted to the First Year Programs office in Mary Gates Hall room 171 by 5:00PM on Friday, October 3rd 2008 for priority consideration. The selection process will incorporate an initial review of applications; a limited number of candidates will be invited for an interview with First Year Programs staff members. The preferred start date for this position is on or before Wednesday, October 15th 2008. To receive a copy of the application, please come into the office located in Mary Gates Hall room 171. Contact First Year Programs with any questions at 206.543.4905 or fyp@u.washington.edu . Bryan Crockett, Advising and Orientation Coordinator First Year Programs | University of Washington
Jumpstart Seattle at UW is accepting applications for the 2008-2009 Academic Year!!! Jumpstart is an early literacy program that connects college students as tutors & mentors with 3-5 year old, low-income preschool children. Read stories, sing songs and play games that support young children's school readiness skills. Undergraduates work 8-12 hours a week on a team of UW students in local Seattle preschools. Benefits Include: Earn $10/ hour for work-study students, earn a $1,000 scholarship for serving 300 hours, earn academic credit, gain valuable skills and experience, meet other UW students, and make a difference in the life of a child! For more information and to APPLY, visit our website
Looking for a job? Become a Student Assistant for the Global Business Center. Join a team that works to make the Foster School of Business more global . Gain work experience while helping with international events like the Global Business Case Competition and International Education Week! Job duties include greeting visitors, running errands, updating databases, handling e-mail inquiries, coordinating mail merges, some event planning and internet research, as well as other standard office tasks. Position starts between $10 and $12/hour depending on experience for 10-15 flexible hours/week. We welcome all current University of Washington undergraduate students to apply. Some office experience, Microsoft Office Suite familiarity, and a passion for all things global would make you a great candidate. With questions/comments or to apply, please contact Kathleen Hatch at khatch@u.washington.edu with a resume and a cover letter by Friday, October 10, 2008.
OtherIn-state students must register to vote by Saturday October 4 in order to vote in the upcoming election.Out-of-state students can found information about registration in their home states. The Washington Secretary of State page for elections and voting information may be found at http://www.secstate.wa.gov/elections/Default.aspx . This page includes information about registration requirements in Washington as well as links to online registration, printing a mail-in registration form in one of 8 languages, and finding personalized voter information (including verifying current registration) through MyVote. Washington registrations must be submitted online or postmarked by October 4. For UW students from out of state, WashPIRG's "New Voters Project" provides links to election offices in all states at http://www.newvotersproject.org/state-election-offices , and "Your Voice Your Vote" offers similar information at http://www.yourvoteyourvoice.org/usmap.html . UW resources related to voting and elections include "UW Vote" ( http://www.washington.edu/about/vote ), the Center for Communication and Civic Engagement ( http://ccce.com.washington.edu ), and the UW Libraries' "Election 2008: Are you ready to vote?" site, with links to a wide range of information about candidates, news, history, campaign advertising, voter registration and more at: http://www.lib.washington.edu/mcnews/newsflash/election2008 .
UNEMBEDDED: Four Independent Photojournalists on the War in Iraq University of Washington Odegaard Undergraduate Library September 20-December 5, 2008 UNEMBEDDED is a national touring exhibit of 60 powerful and visually stunning images that tell the story of the war's impact on the lives of the Iraqi people "on the ground" where the war is being waged. It is a powerful expression of the effects of war that go largely ignored by the mainstream media. It aims to enhance public awareness of the effects of U.S. policy on the Iraqis, their country and returning American veterans and their families. Exhibition: University of Washington Odegaard Undergraduate Library September 20-December 5, 2008 Opening reception and artist lecture: Sunday, October 12th, 2008 4:00 pm Viewing & Reception at Odegaard Undergraduate Library 5:00 - 6:30pm Artist Lecture and Slideshow at Kane Hall Photographers Thorne Anderson and Kael Alford will share their experiences at a presentation: "Through the Looking Glass: Seeing Iraq from the Other Side" Book signing and talk: With Photographers Thorne Anderson and Kael Alford Saturday, October 11th, 2008, 1 pm University of Washington Bookstore 4326 University Way NE For more information, please visit the UNEMBEDDED website
Sunday, October 5, 2008 Town Hall Reception at 5 pm- Forum to Follow RSVP at electwomen2008@gmail.com What are the hot button issues for women this year? How are we changing politics? Where do YOU fit in? Come and mingle with friends, meet organizations that are making a difference for women in 2008, and learn how you can get involved! Moderated by: Erica C. Barnett, The Stranger Panelists will include: Hon. Karen Keiser, State Senator Enjoy a glass of wine, some yummy desserts, lively dialog - and be ready to commit to getting involved! Cool Groups You'll Meet:
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