Political Science Advising NewsletterOctober 1 , 2007 |
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Important DatesOctober 2: Last day to add or drop a Course without $20 fee October 3: $20 fee charged per day in unrestricted drop/add period October 12: Deadline to apply to graduate in December For all other important dates, consult the Academic Calendar
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Study Abroad ProgramsIf you're interested in doing a unique political study placement in Westminster and following a course in British politics at the London School of Economics, there is still time to apply for the Spring 2008 Hansard Scholars Programme . The Hansard Scholars Programme is a 12-week (11 in summer), full-time course of study which offers an outstanding opportunity for undergraduates, postgraduates and young professionals to get invaluable experience at the heart of the British political system. 2008 really will be a fascinating time to be involved in British politics. After a decade in power, Tony Blair has stood down as Prime Minister and his successor, and former Chancellor of the Exchequer, Gordon Brown will be well into his premiership. Mr Brown will be busy fending off the growing threat from David Cameron's revitalised Conservative party and Parliament, Government and political organisations throughout the UK will be trying to find their feet in what will be a new and crucial period in British political history. You can be a part of this – witnessing the changes, conflicts and developments first hand as they emerge.
The English Department is still accepting applications for the Spring Quarter in London program! DATES: March 27 through June 6, 2008 COURSES (taught by British and UW faculty): four 5-credit classes offered (3 courses are considered a full-time load, but students may take all 4 if they wish.) Courses are all UW courses giving resident UW credit and include: *ENGL 431 (UW Professor Sydney Kaplan): 20th-Century Literary Responses in London *ENGL 481 (UW Professor Linda Bierds): Writing in London *ART H 399 (British professor Peter Buckroyd): Art, Architecture and Society in London *HIST 499 or POL S 495 (British professor Mike Fosdal): Contemporary Britain COST: $6350.00 program fee plus $200 UW International Programs and Exchanges fee for a total of $6550.00. Fees include: instructional costs, room and board, London Transport pass, excursions, textbooks. (NOT included are airfare, weekday lunches, personal spending money, incidental expenses.) No additional tuition payment is required. ELIGIBILITY: Any UW student who has successfully completed at least one 200-level literature course at the UW. ADMISSION: First-come/first-served. Priority Deadline: Nov 2nd APPLICATION/INFORMATION FORMS available in English Advising, A-2B PDL. (These are *not* available on-line; you must pick one up in person or request that we snailmail you one.) For further information see our web site: http://depts.washington.edu/engl/abroad/london.html or contact Bridget Norquist, English Advising, (206) 543-2634, bridget@u.washington.edu, OR Professor W. R. Streitberger, Program Director, (206) 685-9893, streitwr@u.washington.edu.
UW Graduate and Upper Level Undergraduate Student Exchange Program This new graduate and upper-level undergraduate student exchange program
was created to foster research and teaching links between the University
of Washington Eligibility: Any graduate student or upper-level undergraduate student who is currently enrolled in a UW degree program may apply. Selection will be made on the basis of the following criteria: 1) demonstrable interest in EU or Trans-Atlantic studies with a political, legal, or social science emphasis; 2) background in relevant subject areas, such as international relations or European languages, history, society, and culture; and 3) overall quality of academic record as evident in transcripts and recommendations. Grants and Financial information: All students remain enrolled at the UW, where they pay 1.5 quarters of their regular tuition and concurrent enrollment fee of $300 to maintain their UW status and financial aid eligibility. No additional tuition is paid to Linkopings. UW students participating in the exchange receive a Jonsson International Exchange Fellowship, which consists of a travel grant and living stipend totaling approximately $7,000. Program Duration: The 2008 program at Linkopings runs from late January - early June (UW Winter and Spring Quarters). The program normally includes a mid-term trip to Brussels to visit the principal governing institutions of the European Union. Curriculum: Students on the program take the following fixed sequences of courses: International and European Law, Contemporary European Institutions, Europe, the EU, and the World: Part I, European Politics, Europe, the EU, and the World: Part II, Europe and the Developing World. All courses are taken for ECTS (European Credit Transfer System) credits, which are transferable to UW credits. Application Procedures: Application forms for the 2007-2008 school year may be picked up in person either at the European Union Center (Thomson 120) or at the Office of International Programs and Exchanges (Schmitz 459). The application is also available online at: http://jsis.washington.edu/cwes/Linkoping_application_2007.pdf. Completed application packets, including supporting materials, should be returned to the European Union Center (Thomson 120) by October 8, 2007. The results of the selection process will be announced by mid-October. Additional Information: The application information below is for
University of Washington graduate and upper-level undergraduate students
interested in the spring semester (UW Winter and Spring Quarters)
exchange with Linköping. UW students with questions about the program
should contact Mark Di Virgilio at the European Union Center of
Excellence
Talks/SeminarsKaren Buttenbaum, Associate Director of Harvard Law School admissions, will talk about admissions from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at HUB 106B on Tuesday, October 2. The event is sponsored by Phi Alpha Delta. No need to register -- just show up!
Workshops/Information SessionsOn Wednesday, October 17, International Programs and Exchanges will be hosting the 7th annual Study Abroad Fair to be held in Mary Gates Commons from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. In previous years, the fair has attracted more than 2000 UW students, exploring the opportunities that exist to expand their education across borders. This year, we anticipate that more than 200 international educational opportunities will be presented at the fair. A number of our university exchange partners will be present, including guests from South Africa, Denmark, and England, along with representatives from international internship and study abroad program providers representing programs around the globe. New to the fair this year....information sessions: InternshipsAt least two full-time interns (30 to 40 hours per week) needed for assistance in political fundraising for select progressive local/regional/national races beginning IMMEDIATELY! Office Assistant: Event Coordinator: Opportunities: Qualifications: The desired candidate should have / be: Compensation: E-mail or fax resume and cover letter to: NO CALLS PLEASE. Colby Underwood Consulting LLC is a small political and non-profit consulting firm which specializes in all aspects of fundraising, from event coordination and online fundraising, to direct and mail solicitation. We are constantly hiring interns and welcome resumes from interested candidates.
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