Political Science Advising NewsletterOctober 6, 2008 |
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Important DatesPOLITICAL SCIENCE ADVISING OFFICE HOURS: October 1 - 7: Unrestricted drop period, $20 fee October 10th: Graduation application deadline for Fall 2008
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Study Abroad Programs
On Wednesday, October 22, International Programs and Exchanges will be hosting our 8th Annual Study Abroad Fair in Mary Gates Commons from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. In previous years, the fair has attracted more than 1500 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 Australia, Taiwan, and Denmark, along with representatives from international internship and study abroad program providers representing programs around the globe. In addition to being able to talk with Study Abroad Fair exhibitors and UW study abroad advisors, students will be able to attend concurrent information sessions. We've added a number of new sessions this year including:
To learn more about International Programs and Exchanges, please visit our website.
International Law Program Opportunity in Costa Rica Winter Break! INFO SESSIONS: WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 8 @ 6:30 PM BANK OF AMERICA AUDITORIUM This is a great opportunity for students interested in law and justice, international affairs, environmental solutions, policy making, and public service!!! Come to the Global Law Brigades info session and learn how you can be part of this network of students and legal professionals who travel internationally to work toward socially conscious solutions that support empowerment of youth and civil society in disadvantaged communities.
In 2008, more than 1,500 volunteers from 50 of our university clubs traveled to provide health and economic development solutions to more than 50,000 beneficiaries in Central America, Ghana, India and Vietnam. And now you have the opportunity to be a part of this success story. Please join us on for our INFO SESSION on WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 8 AT 6:30 PM in the BANK OF AMERICA AUDITORIUM (next to Balmer Hall). Please reply to this email if you would like to receive additional information about Global Law Brigades with the SUBJECT HEADER: GLB INFO. Also, check out our website for additional information.
Study Abroad in Spring!!Apply now to:Cape Town, South Africa; Rome, Italy;Prague, Czech Republic;Ioannina, Greece Join Comparative History of Idea for our upcoming information sessions in Padelford C-101
http://depts.washington.edu/chid/international.php - Application form in red at top of page - All applications due October 13th This program is open to students from all backgrounds. All students are encouraged to apply. Program Descriptions: Cape Town - "Hip Hop and Activism" The intention of this program is to provide an understanding of the
historical and cultural factors that have contributed to ethnic divisions Rome - "Roma Eterna" Rome, established in 753 B.C., is one of the oldest continuously
inhabited urban environments in the world. It has survived through Prague - "Discourses of Change: Continuities and Transformations in Central and Eastern Europe" Prague is one of the most historically and culturally rich cities in
Europe. Relatively spared from natural disasters and war, Prague boasts a Ioannina, Greece - "Greek Culture and Regional Tensions" Greece is the birthplace of democracy and Western Civilization in general. It is located at the crossroads between Europe, Asia, and Africa. Politically stable and economically developed, Greece is the first country in the Balkans and the Eastern Mediterranean region to have become a full member of the European Union, including participation in the Euro zone. As such, Greece plays a significant role in guiding her neighbors in their ambition to join the European Union. The Greek program will focus on the study of Greek language and culture, and Greece and Albania during the age of nationalism. Students will attend the University of Ioannina with Greek students. They will visit thousand year-old theatres and other Greek and Roman sites in the surrounding area, Byzantine churches, remnants of the Ottoman rule, and places where the Greeks of modern times made sacrifices in the defense of freedom.
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.
Environmental Opportunities Fair Wednesday, October 29th, 2008 10 AM to 2 PM, Mary Gates Hall Commons Campus location: http://www.washington.edu/students/maps/map.cgi?MGH The Environmental Opportunities Fair on October 29th is designed for both prospective and current university students interested in finding environmental internships and volunteer opportunities and in talking with environmental professionals about how to prepare for environmental careers. This year we will have over 25 organizations from the public, private, and nonprofit sectors including the Environmental Protection Agency, Geosyntec Consultants, National Wildlife Federation, Puget Sound Energy, and Seattle Aquarium, among many others. For a full list of participants, please visit our website . This will also be an opportunity for students to learn about the undergraduate and graduate opportunities to study the environment at the University of Washington. No registration is required, and all students are invited to take advantage of this unique opportunity.
OCTOBER 21, 2008 4:00-6:00 PM HUSKY UNION BUILDING, ROOM 108 The Jackson School of International Studies and the Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs (APSIA) will host a campus forum on graduate education in international affairs. Admissions officers from participating schools will be in HUB Room 108 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm to distribute literature on their schools and answer questions from prospective applicants. Many of the country's best graduate programs in international affairs will be represented; as of today, 16 APSIA schools have pledged to attend. There is no admission fee, and reservations are not required. Attendees are encouraged to register, however, by visiting the APSIA website and clicking on the "Seattle" Forum name. For additional information, call Student Services at the Jackson School of International Studies (206-543-6001). Schools expected to attend: UC San Diego, Columbia University, University of Denver, Georgetown University, The George Washington University, Harvard University, The Johns Hopkins University, University of Maryland, University of Michigan, University of Minnesota, University of Pittsburgh, Princeton University, University of Southern California, Syracuse University, Tufts University, University of Washington.
Scholarships/ Grants
We are launching a new program called Husky Neighborhood Assistants. This is a leadership opportunity for students, both grads and undergrads who live in the North of 45th area, to help develop community and connect to their neighborhood. Husky Neighborhood Assistants will act as resource referrals by designing communication strategies with their neighbors. The aim of the program is to provide students with information that can make their off campus living experience the best it can be. Please visit our webpage for more details. Students who are selected for this position will be able to earn a $1000 AmeriCorps scholarship for their work. Elizabeth Higgins Community Standards and Student Conduct Box 352231 Seattle, WA 98195-2231 (206)685-6194
Pride Foundation and the Greater Seattle Business Association's (GSBA) Scholarship Application for the 2009-10 school year is now available! There are over 50 different types of scholarships but only 1 application to complete (most applicants qualify for a number of their scholarships). More than $350,000 is available for future Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender (LGBT) and Straight-Ally leaders and role models! Most scholarships cover any post-secondary schooling including: vocational/technical programs, community colleges, universities, and graduate studies. Applications must be post-marked by January 23, 2009 (but it is recommended that applicants start the process early). You can learn more about the scholarships program, download the application, and find out about upcoming application workshops by visiting the foundation website. Trans students and students of color are particularly encouraged to apply. If you have any questions feel free to e-mail or call Anthony Papini, Scholarship Program Director at the Pride Foundation, at anthony@pridefoundation.org or 206-323-3318 or 1-800-735-7287
GSEC invites students from around the world-and across fields of study-to
propose creative, commercially viable business plans aimed at reducing GSEC offers students the chance to meet leading social entrepreneurs and develop the skills to create successful social enterprises. Participants work in teams and are judged on their plan's impact on quality of life, financial sustainability and feasibility of implementation. GSEC teams receive business plan mentoring, gain exposure to and network with potential investors, and compete for up to $20,000 in prize money, including two global health prizes. Past participants have included individuals from: Amazon.com, Global Partnerships, Grameen Foundation, Microsoft, PATH, Rural Development Institute, Unitus, Washington Biotechnology and Biomedical Association, and WRF Capital. Apply for GSEC online: - Application deadline: November 12, 2008 GSEC is hosted by the UW Global Business Center with the support of
Microsoft Corp. (Grand Prize sponsor) and the UW Department of Global
Conferences/ Talks
Tuesday October 7, 2009, 12 pm, room N-130 Amy Hagopian will present: HELP WANTED! problems in health workforce globalization A discussion of global health workforce issues, with a focus on the need for additional health professionals in low-income countries, health workforce migration, and the stakeholders who stand to gain or lose from policy options. We will explore solutions, along with current hopeful--as well as worrisome--trends.
FREE TICKETS for University of Washington Students The Central District Forum for Arts & Ideas Presents: Which Way Seattle? Series: Black Elected Officials Thursday, October 23, 2008 Which Way Seattle? is an ongoing series of civic dialogues about local and political affairs that directly impact Seattle's African-American community. The CD Forum is pleased to host a timely panel discussing black elected officials and their impact on their constituents, specifically in the Black community. We will explore whether or not Black representation makes a difference in the many issues faced by our community and address how racial politics impact a candidate's platform. Please join us and our panel of experts - Moderator: Christian M. Halliburton , Associate Professor of Law at Seattle University School of Law. Panelists: Representative Eric Pettigrew, Rosalund Jenkins, Executive Director of the WA State Commission on African-American Affairs; Darryl Smith, former president of the Rainier Chamber of Commerce; and additional panelists to be announced. If you are interested in receiving complimentary tickets,please contact the CD Forum directly at evelynfd@cdforum.org or call 206-323-4032 by Tuesday October 14 th . Mention you are with the University of Washington, your name and the number of tickets desired. (Limited # tickets available.) Tickets will be available for pick up at will call the night of the discussion. This program was made possible by the generous support of Microsoft, ArtsFund, Boeing, Mayor's Office of Arts & Cultural Affairs, National Endowment for the Arts, Kongsgaard | Goldman Foundation, and 4Culture. Special thanks to our Media Sponsor KBCS 91.3 FM Community Radio and the Mayflower Park Hotel, the preferred hotel of the CD Forum.
Les Roberts at the University of Washington October 22-24, 2008 University of Washington Campus Les Roberts, PhD, MPH, is the principal researcher in a series of public health surveys on mortality among Iraqi citizens whose controversial results have been published in the British journal The Lancet . Roberts formerly taught at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and now heads the program on forced migration and health at Columbia University . He will be addressing the UW community on various topics related to complex humanitarian emergencies, human rights abuses, and reporting mortality in Iraq. For a complete calndar of events and workshops, and to register for the workshops, check the following website
The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), the second largest Institute at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is seeking applicants for its Intramural NIAID Research Opportunities (INRO) program, which provides an invaluable opportunity for students with strong academic standing who are from populations underrepresented in biomedical research. We are looking for students with a passion to improve global health in the 21st century through a research career in allergy, immunology, and infectious diseases. During the 4-day program, students will hear lectures from world-renowned scientists and interview for potential research training positions at the Institute's Maryland and Montana laboratories. The program takes place in Bethesda, MD, on the NIH campus, February 2 to 5, 2009. Students' expenses for travel, hotel accommodations, and meals will be paid. Applications will be accepted through October 15, 2008. Interested students can apply through the program's Web site
CIA Presentation: Global Oil Issues Tuesday, 7 October 2008 HUB Room 108 6-8 pm Ever wondered what intelligence analysts do? Want to learn more about working for the CIA? Come find out on Tuesday, 7 October 2008 from 6-8 pm in the HUB Room 108. Join us to hear a presentation on "Global Oil Issues" given by senior Directorate of Intelligence analysts. The presentation will include a discussion of oil's role in the global energy mix, major oil producers and consumers, and current oil market dynamics. The presentation will also cover the outlook for oil supply and demand through 2030, focusing on challenges for both producers and consumers. If you would like to participate please respond to: Dr. Christopher D. Jones Associate Professor, Jackson School of International Studies (206) 543-9831 or cdjones@u.washington.edu . Space is limited so please sign up as soon as possible. Refreshments will be served.
By Steven Miles, MD (Department of Medicine and Center for Bioethics, University of Minnesota) at 7 p.m., Wednesday, October 15th, 2008 Kane Hall 110 University of Washington, Seattle Campus Four years ago pictures from Abu-Ghraib prison confirmed that torture was occurring at US run prisons in the war on terror. Since then, we've learned that similar abuses occurred throughout a global network of prisons and that these abuses were the result of a high level police that also recruited the assistance of physicians and psychologists. Dr. Miles will review how that policy was made and, more importantly, what must be done to avoid leaving a precedent by which any government can justify torture. Steven Miles, MD is Professor of Medicine at the University of Minnesota Medical School in Minneapolis and is on the faculty of the University's Center for Bioethics. He is board certified in Internal Medicine and Geriatrics and teaches and practices at the University of Minnesota. Dr. Miles has served as President of the American Society of Bioethics and Humanities and received its Distinguished Service Award. His other awards include the National Council of Teachers of English; George Orwell Award for Distinguished Contribution to Honesty and Clarity in Public Language and membership in the National Honor Society for Public Affairs and Administration. He has published three books and more than twenty chapters and 120 peer-reviewed articles on medical ethics, human rights, tropical medicine, end of life care and geriatric health care. His latest book, Oath Betrayed: Torture, Medical Complicity, and the War on Terror, Random House, 2006 examines military medicine in the war on terror prisons. For a map to Kane Hall, please see http://www.washington.edu/home/maps/northcentral.html?KNE Please direct any questions about this event to Prof. Janelle Taylor at jstaylor@u.washington.edu
CoursesAutumn quarter applications due October 10 Applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the Program Manager before applying. See below for contact info. Applications can be downloaded at: http://depts.washington.edu/ehug The Environmental Health major at the University of Washington trains students to prevent environmental factors from adversely affecting human health. Environmental factors can include microbiological hazards in food and water, toxic and chemical exposures, diseases transmitted by insects and rodents, air pollution and much more. Classes in the major are small and are taught by faculty. While most students pursue meaningful work in the environmental health field immediately after graduation, some continue on to graduate environmental health programs or medical school . If you are a strong chemistry and biology student with an interest in human health, this competitive major may be for you. Interested? Check our website for a list of prerequisites and a sample schedule Questions? Contact James Meadows, the Program Manager at 206-616-4177 or ehug@u.washington.edu .
Internships
Work as an intern in the Washington State Legislature! Washington State Legislative Internship Program Winter Quarter 2009 Information Session: Tuesday, October 7th 2:00 - 4:00 PM 1B Gowen. Feel free to stop by anytime. Program Interns spend Winter Quarter working in Olympia as staff for members of the Washington State House of Representatives or Senate. In addition to their office work, interns participate in weekly seminars and workshops. The seminars include meeting with state officials, as well as panel discussions. In the workshops, interns take part in a budget exercise, mock hearing, and mock floor debate. They learn parliamentary procedure and how to write for the Legislature. Additionally, interns have the opportunity to shadow an elected official or administrator of a state agency and learn about his/her job. Compensation and Credit Interns receive monthly compensation to offset the expenses associated with the internship and academic credit from the University of Washington. During their internship, UW students will be enrolled in POL S 497 for 15 credits and will attend a seminar course taught by a UW faculty member. Duties:
Requirements Strong applicants will have:
Open to Juniors and Seniors from all majors. Applications are online at: http://www.leg.wa.gov/Internships/Policy/Apply.htm . Submit your completed application to the Political Science Advising Office in 215 Smith by THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2008. For more information, see: http://www.leg.wa.gov/Internships/Policy or contact Tamara Sollinger at tamars@u.washington.edu .
Job Offers
General Duties and Description: - Serve as back-up telephone and in-person contact, receive visitors, respond to
inquiries regarding office/departmental policies and procedures (requires Requirements: - Experience in administrative support and office operations (preferred). Position is available immediately and will continue throughout the academic year. Need to be available and willing to work during some of the school breaks and work during summer quarter is desirable. Hourly wage varies depending on experience. For those who are interested, please send a copy of your resume to Kathryn
Higgins (kahigg@u.washington.edu) Student helper needed to help maintain the zebrafish facilities for a Health Sciences Microbiology lab. Duties include feeding fish flake food, culturing artemia, monitoring pH, conductivity and temperature on the fish systems, cleaning tanks, changing filters and keeping the fish rooms clean. The student would also be responsible for monitoring the overall health of the fish, and possibly help with spawning and cross- breeding fish. Experience with animal husbandry and /or an educational background in biology, microbiology or marine biology is preferred. Hours are flexible and can be worked around class schedules; some weekend work may be required. This is a part- time position (19 hrs max) and starts at $9/ hr. Please send resumes to Heather at marineme@u.washington.edu
The Office of Admissions has an opening for a part-time student assistant to help with international admissions. We are looking for an undergraduate student who has been at the UW-Seattle for at least a year and someone who has great communication skills. JOB DESCRIPTION:
QUALIFICATIONS:
PAY & HOURS:
HOW TO APPLY: Email a cover letter and resume including contact information for two references (preferably from the UW) by OCTOBER 13th to Kim Lovaas at kcowan@u.washington.edu . If you prefer to mail the information, please send it to: Kim Lovaas, Assistant Director for International Admissions Office of Admissions Box 355852 Seattle, WA 98195-5852 If you have questions regarding the details of this position, please email Kim Lovaas at kcowan@u.washington.edu
The Social Development Research Group (SDRG) seeks part-time research interviewers for the Family Connections Study. Family Connections is a theory-driven longitudinal study of race-based health disparities and risky behaviors during the young adult years (18-25) and a long-term evaluation of a family based intervention conducted when teens were in the 8 th grade. The sample was an urban panel of 331 male and female African American and European American young adults. Teens and their parents were interviewed when the teen was in the 8 th , 9 th , and 10 th grades. The next wave of data collection will occur when the youth are age 20-21 in 2008-2009. This assessment will include a telephone interview with one parent, in-person computer-assisted self administered interviews with the young adults and collection of urine and saliva samples from the young adults. Minority applicants are encouraged to apply. RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
Hourly Wage Starts at $13.31(+ mileage reimbursement). Some evening and weekend hours required. Persons of Color Strongly Encouraged to apply. Please contact Tiffany at tpw@u.washington.edu or Maria @ 616-6247
Other
The Political Science/LSJ/Jackson School Writing Center opens October 6 in Gowen 105, to the left of the main Political Science office. We offer many resources to help you write better papers and are open weekdays from 10:00am to 3:00pm (except Friday when we close at 1:00). We have undergraduate tutors ready to read your papers and talk with you about the elements of good writing. We can help you at every step of the writing process, from figuring out what the assignment is asking you to do to a final reading to polish your writing. If you want to make an appointment, call us at 616-3354 or stop by our office to sign up. We also offer useful paper handouts for students. These cover topics such as paper organization, final draft checklist, citing print sources, and punctuation. They can be found outside the Center and on our website. Christi Siver Writing Center Director
WHAT: Pi Sigma Alpha - general meeting WHEN: Monday, October 6, 2008 5:00 - 6:00PM WHERE: SUZZALLO LIBRARY 328 Dear Political Science students, You are invited to attend the first general meeting of Pi Sigma Alpha, the National Political Science Honor Society, on Monday, October 6, 5:00 - 6:00PM in 328 Suzzallo Library. PSA-Nu Chapter at the University of Washington is an active chapter, recognizing academic achievement in political science and hosting non-partisan political events at the University of Washington campus. This meeting presents a great opportunity to learn more about Pi Sigma Alpha, apply for membership, meet current Pi Sigma Alpha members and officers, and become involved in many interesting projects this academic year. Questions? - email PSA at nupsa@u.washington.edu . For more information about National Pi Sigma Alpha, please visit Pi Sigma Alpha's website .
The Journal of Undergraduate International Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is currently accepting submissions for its Fall 2008 Issue. The journal seeks to publish the best undergraduate work across the country related to international themes and topics including, but not limited to: international conflict and resolution, environmental issues, economics, development and trade, global security and international health.Our submissions generally range in length from 5 to 20 pages. To submit your work, email it as an attachment to wijuis@gmail.com , following these guidelines: 1. Please use an easily read font, such as Times New Roman 2. Please double-space your document 3. Please follow the Chicago Manual of Style for all citations (for help, see http://www.chicagomanualofstyle.org/home.html ) 4. Please convert all your citations and footnotes to endnotes 5. Please make sure no author-identifying information is present in the text Submissions must be received by midnight CST on Friday, October 24th. We look forward to reading your work! We also welcome photos, both related to or independent of the content of submitted essays. These photos could appear in the published issues themselves or on our website . Photos can be sent as low resolution jpegs to wijuis@gmail.com . Please indicate the subject, the location, and the date of the photo, as well as your name and university affiliation. Please feel free to contact us at the above email with any questions.
Election Show 2008 is a completely improvised election where the audience votes to choose the winner! Follow the candidates though a brutal primary, debates, attack ads and scandals all based on audience suggestions! The show features no real political issues (no war, taxes, etc.), candidates or parties. We use our own candidates, issues, political parties and candidate platforms, all chosen by the audience. If one candidate promises to shorten the workday from eight hours to four, while the other promises to create a new branch of the military comprised entirely of ninjas, the people's will rules. Election Show 2008 has been featured on Northwest Cable News, 710 KIRO, KONG TV, NPR and was a Seattle PI Fall Arts Guide Pick in 2004. Election Show 2008 performances are Thursdays and Fridays at 8pm October 2nd to the 24th at the Historic University Theater at 5510 University Way NE. Tickets are $10 (GA) and $8 for students and seniors. Thursday nights are $2 off General Admission with a voter registration card. For more information on Election Show 2008 , or to purchase tickets visit http://www.wingitpresents.com/election/ Election Show 2008 is brought to you by Wing-It Productions and sponsored in part by 4 Culture, Artsfund, Boeing, the Mayor's Office of Arts & Cultural Affairs and the Washington State Arts Commission. Wing-It Productions, purveyor of Seattle's best comedy shows, is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization dedicated to enlightening, educating and entertaining audiences of all ages by producing theatrical events which explore theater by utilizing its improvisational roots. We are happy to report that the Search Committee for the UWPD Chief of Police has identified 3 finalists from a large, distinctive pool of applicants and they will be arriving on campus over the next 3 weeks for their respective campus visits. Their campus visits will encompass a wide-variety of interactions and we are writing to invite STUDENTS to an OPEN STUDENT FORUM with the finalists, specifically: John Vinson Tuesday, Oct. 7, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. HUB 204N Andrew Staubitz Thursday, Oct. 9, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. HUB 110 Brad Thompson Thursday, Oct. 16, 4:00-5:00 p.m. HUB 204N
The University of Washington School of Public Health, the Department of Global Health, World Health Cinema, and the Women's Center present A FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC screening of the Emmy-nominated documentary film "revealing the truth about child sex trafficking in Nepal and India": "The Day My God Died", narrated by Tim Robbins & Winona Ryder Friday, October 17, 2008 3:30p Hogness Auditorium UW Health Sciences Building Q&A with Anuradha Koirala, Founder of Maiti Nepal, and Andrew Levin, Producer of the film For more information about the event, ghrc@u.washington.edu For more information about Friends of Maiti, Nepal, www.friendsofmaitinepal.org
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