Political Science Advising NewsletterOctober 13, 2008 |
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Important DatesPOLITICAL SCIENCE ADVISING OFFICE HOURS: Washington State Internship Application deadline: October 23rd For all other important dates, consult the Academic Calendar
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Study Abroad Programs
The Political Studies Affiliate Programme at University College London (UCL) is recognised in the latest THES-QS rankings as one of the top ten universities in the world: in the same league as Harvard, Yale, Princeton and Chicago . This year we moved from ninth to seventh in the world league. UCL's Department of Political Science is a graduate school, with just one undergraduate programme: the Affiliate Programme for overseas students. It is an exciting and demanding programme in which undergraduates are taught just like graduates. The classes are small, and typically contain a mix of students from Britain , America , Europe , and around the world. In addition to core courses from the Department of Political Science, students can choose from over 50 approved courses in political studies from other UCL departments . There are particular strengths in international relations, international security, international development, the European Union, British politics, West and East European politics, political theory, political anthropology, political geography, political philosophy and history. Being based in London , it is also easy for students to visit the Westminster parliament and the institutions of the European Union. Please see the following brochure for more information and to learn more about the application process.
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.
Are you interested in the influence technology and information have on society? Would you be interested in volunteering or participating in research in this area? If your answer is yes to any of these questions, then join us for a volunteer orientation session with the Center for Information & Society (CIS). During this hour we will talk about different opportunities for volunteering, independent study and collaboration on projects which currently are being conducted under CIS. Time: Tuesday, October 14th., 2008, 2:00 pm-3:00 pm Location: Mary Gates Hall, Room 258 CIS Website: http://www.cis.washington.edu Contact: Stephanie Earls (CIS Coordinator) sce5@u.washington.edu About CIS: UW's Center for Information & Society (CIS) conducts research on how information and communication technologies (ICTs) affect societies around the world. CIS is a leader in the global network of ICT researchers, producing work that empowers policymakers at all levels to produce more effective ICT programs.
Sponsored by Phi Alpha Delta, pre-law club Tuesday, November 18, 2008 10:00am - 2:00pm HUB East Ballroom (2nd floor). Campus map: http://www.washington.edu/home/maps/ Come and talk with admissions representatives from over 80 law schools. Learn more about law schools across the nation and pick up literature. Also, there will be representatives from LSAT prep services. No need to register--just show up! For more information about pre-law, visit: http://www.washington.edu/uaa/gateway/advising/degreeplanning/prelaw.php
The Department of Technical Communication is hosting two information sessions for our graduate certificate in User-Centered Design and Masters of Science in Technical Communication. The session will include information on admissions, coursework and curriculum, and specialization. Please attend if you are interested in User-Centered Design, Human-Computer Interaction, documentation, and/or information design. Session #1 What: MSTC / UCD Information Session When: Tuesday, October 21st at 6PM Where: Loew Hall 355 on the main Seattle campus Session #2 What: MSTC / UCD Information Session When: Wednesday, October 22nd at 6PM Where: Bellevue: Park 140 at 2445 140th Ave. NE
Are you looking to effect change within your community or the world at large? University of Washington Bothell's Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences Graduate Programs is hosting an information session on its Master of Arts in Policy Studies (MAPS) graduate program this coming Tuesday, 10/14. MAPS is a community of people who believe policy can make a difference. As a MAPS student, you will learn to apply social science theories to real-world concerns. You will use research to define and measure policy problems and to develop, evaluate, and implement solutions. You will become a policy actor, equipped for professional policy work in public, private, and non-profit sectors, and will know how to pursue your craft with integrity. Applications are now being accepted. Come and find out more! Master of Arts in Policy Studies (MAPS) Tues, 10/14, 2:30-3:30pm Simpson Center, CMU 202 To learn more about the this program, see our website Program highlights: * Evening classes * Ability to work full-time * 2-year full-time program * Opportunities to practice learning in community-based settings Questions? Contact IAS Graduate Program Manager, Andrew Brusletten, at: abrusletten@uwb.edu
Through two programs, for traditional students as well as experienced professionals who study while they work, students develop their ability to improve the efficiency, productivity and effectiveness of any organization in any setting. The program integrates the areas of:
Both the Day and Executive MSIM programs share a unique focus on organizing information systems to meet human needs; this human-centered approach is integrated throughout the MSIM curriculum. We are accepting Day and Executive MSIM applications for Autumn 2009! Learn more at an onsite information or web chat session:
If you cannot attend an information session, and would like more information, please contact us at msim@ischool.washington.edu. One of our program representatives will be happy to respond to your questions.
Are you interested in international studies and business? Foreign language? Study abroad? Attend a Certificate of International Studies in Business (CISB) Information Session to learn how to combine these interests to forge an exciting career path and gain a competitive advantage in the job market. CISB is an award-winning, highly-ranked program for undergraduate Foster School business students who want to become global business leaders. CISB gives business students the academic and real-world preparation they need for a global business career through immersion in a foreign culture, study/work abroad, practical experience, language study and leadership skill development. Attend one of the upcoming information sessions to hear from students and staff about the program:
To learn more about CISB, please visit our website or write to CISB at cisb@u.washington.edu . Scholarships/ Grants
$10,000.00 Study in Canada Scholarships, 2009-10 Academic Year Includes: Fall Orientation in Ottawa, Canada; Spring Seminar in Washington DC, USA Eligible Students: American sophomores, juniors and seniors / in all disciplines. May study at any Canadian university / in all disciplines. Application & Information: http://www.killamfellowships.com Application
deadline: 31 January 2009
You will find on this link a document that will give you the dates for the Scholarship 101 & 201 Workshops that are scheduled to begin in November 2008. Also on that document are the dates for the information sessions for the following national merit scholarships: Barry M Goldwater -- campus deadline date -- Tuesday, November 4 Harry S. Truman -- campus deadline date -- Tuesday, November 4 Morris K. Udall -- campus deadline date -- Tuesday, November 4 The Merage Fellowship for the American Dream -- campus deadline date -- Tuesday, October 28. If the dates for the information sessions conflict with your schedule, please contact Mona Pitre-Collins, Director, Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards at mpitre@u.washington.edu .
Passionate about community issues? Want to be a leader? Need money? Apply to be a Carlson Civic Fellow! Drop-in Information Sessions on Tuesday, October 14th from from 3-5PM in MGH 120 Designed for Sophomores, Juniors, & Seniors, the Carlson Civic Fellowship seeks to enable all students-regardless of economic situation--to make a commitment to community leadership. Carlson Civic Fellows will be enrolled in a 2-credit leadership development seminar and supported with a $3000 scholarship over Winter & Spring quarters. Scholarship funds are intended to free students from work commitments and provide the time needed to work in partnership with the community. Each Carlson Civic Fellow will make a commitment to serve a community-based organization from January through June 2009. Recipients will also engage fellow students in public service and work collaboratively with the Carlson Center staff on student engagement projects. This is a great opportunity to get hands-on experience in local community-based organizations, gain and enhance leadership skills, and engage with the UW campus. The Carlson Center is seeking students with various levels of leadership and community experience to apply for the 2009 Carlson Civic Fellowship. We aim to support a diverse group of students, including those with financial need. Application Instructions: Download the application form from the Carlson Center website Email the application to engage@u.washington.edu by 5PM on Friday, October 17th. Contact Kathryn Pursch at engage@u.washington.edu if you have any questions.
Conferences/ Talks
The European Union Center of Excellence of Seattle is proud to present: The Fifth Annual West Coast Model European Union March 6-7, 2009 University of Washington, Seattle You've heard of the Model UN, meet Model EU! Spend two days with peers debating major issues in the development of the rapidly changing European Union. Students take on the roles of Head of Government and the Foreign Minister to debate real issues that will be discussed by ministers during the Czech EU Presidency of 2009: EU Energy Policy and Enlargement. The goal of this simulation, in addition to acquiring in-depth knowledge about the European Union, is to provide students a forum to gain experience in public speaking and negotiation skills, to apply their research, organization and planning skills, and to meet with colleagues from a variety of schools while learning about teamwork and leadership. For more information visit the Model EU Web Site or contact the European Union Center of Excellence at 206-616-2415 or email euc@u.washington.edu .
The theme of the conference is "a cross-cultural exchange of ideas concerning the future of world leadership" and the main objective of the IYLC is to blend educational activities and social interaction using a number of inter-related events, such as: a.. Simulation of the United Nations Security Council Emergency Meeting b.. International Criminal Court Mock Pre-Trial c.. Model European Parliament Proceedings d.. Visits to foreign embassies, Senate of the Czech Republic, European Commission, Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, PricewaterhouseCoopers e.. Group debates and panel discussions on international security, environmental sustainability, rule of law, responsible leadership and mass media The IYLC is an intensive 5-day program that equips participants with critical skills and knowledge through dialectical methods, as well as academic, practical and cultural activities. Conference participants are exposed to 25 hours of in-class work, 20 hours of practical activities, and 20 hours of pre-conference research. The 17th International Youth Leadership Conference will employ an interdisciplinary approach to global contemporary challenges through addressing and exploring 6 subject areas, including International Security & Global Politics, Environmental Security & Sustainability, International Relations & Diplomacy, International Justice, Responsible Leadership, Mass Media. Students have 3 months to apply for the conference and make all the necessary travel and payment arrangements. For more information, check the conference website.
The Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University is pleased to announce the Ninth Annual Harvard Public Policy and Leadership Conference for first and second year undergraduate college students interested in pursuing careers in public service. The conference aims to increase the diversity of students pursuing graduate programs in public policy and international affairs by informing students about opportunities for graduate study and careers in both domestic and international public policy. The conference will take place February 19-22, 2009 at the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The intensive three days of workshops, panels and lectures is designed to encourage students who possess a commitment to public service, particularly those from historically under-served communities and people of color. The conference will prepare students for graduate study in public policy and international affairs, as well as provide information on financial support through various fellowship programs. While in Cambridge participants will learn about: Careers in public service, domestic and international policy issues, fellowship programs, summer public policy and international affairs institutes, graduate schools that offer programs in Public Policy, student life. The conference is free of charge, and once accepted, participants will receive free travel, room and board. The application is due by November 21, 2008. The online application can be viewed at the website. If you have any questions or comments, please contact the Admissions Office at 617-495-1155 or pplc_admissions@ksg.harvard.edu .
US Energy Policy: Priorities for the Next Administration. Organized by The Forum On Science Ethics and Policy (FOSEP) When: Thursday, October 16, 2008, 7-9pm Where: UW Campus, Kane Hall, room 130 Join this Non-partisan, Free Public Forum! A panel of nationally renowned experts in science, economics, policy, and industry discuss US Energy Policy with you. Learn about US Energy Policy, ask questions, and voice your opinions. Our expert panel will be moderated by Steve Scher of KUOW's Weekday. The Panelists:
The Making the Most of Your UW Experience Seminar Speaker Series starts this week. Eric Liu will speak tomorrow, Tuesday, Oct. 14 at 3:30-4:20pm in MGH 231 about the importance and impact of mentoring to students' lives. Mr. Liu teaches courses through the Evans School, is the former speech writer and Deputy Domestic Policy advisor to President Bill Clinton, co-founder of the True Patriot Network and writer of several books including Guiding Lights: How to Mentor and Find Life's Purpose. All students, faculty and staff are welcome to attend any or all of the lectures. The series will continue every Tuesday afternoon, through Nov. 4, 3:30-4:20 in MGH 231. Future speakers are: October 21 - Dr. Peggy Eaton, Carolyn Downs Family Medical Center: Dr. Peggy Eaton comes from an extensive medical background at the University of Washington. Today she holds true to her philosophy of comprehensive care to all patients through community and preventative education. Dr. Eaton will share information about her path to service at the Carolyn Downs Family Medical Center, its mission, and how her career choices have affected her life. October 28 - David Okimoto, King County United Way: Founder of the Ethnic Minority Human Services Coalition, David Okimoto has received countless local awards including, the Distinguished Alumnus Award from the UW School of Social Work and KOMO TV and Radio's Hometown Hero Award. Mr. Okimoto will speak about the United Way of King County and leadership through service and community engagement. November 4 - Judge Judith Hightower, Seattle Municipal Court: A graduate of the University of Washington, Judith Hightower has worked extensively in the King County community, as a member of NEW Leadership Puget Sound Institute. Judge Hightower will discuss her connection to community from the bench through her involvement with Community Justice Centers.
Internships
Work as an intern in the Washington State Legislature! Washington State Legislative Internship Program Winter Quarter 2009 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 .
Here at the World Affairs Council in Seattle, we have quarterly unpaid internships for up to 12 internationally-minded students in the Puget Sound Community. Our interns commit 12-15 hours per week during our office business hours,
which are 9am-5pm Monday through Friday for 10-12 weeks (3 - 6 months). The World Affairs Council in Seattle has six departments which include Administration, Development, Membership, International Visitor Program, Community Program, and Global Classroom. If you are interested in applying, please take some time to review the website and take a closer look each department. You may submit your resume and cover letter to Ms. Mel Carnay at mcarnay@world-affairs.org. The deadline for the Winter Quarter internship is November 21, 2008. If you have any questions, please contact our Office Manager, Ms. Mel
Carnay, at mcarnay@world-affairs.org. We regret that we are only to able We look forward to your application.
Other
The Political Science/LSJ/Jackson School Writing Center is open 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
UW's marine biology program invites UW students to two marine biology film screenings in conjunction with FISH/OCEAN/BIO 250, BIOL 356, and OCEAN 430. Films show on Wednesdays @ 7pm in Fishery Science Building 102 . Front doors open at 6:45. Free! Wed, October 15 Farming the Seas & Empty Oceans, Empty Nets Friedman Labs from Aquatic & Fishery Sciences These two documentaries explore socio-economical, ecological, and ethical issues surrounding the global fisheries crisis and the international explosion of the aquaculture industry. Both films explore the changes in fish stocks, various economies around the world, health risks to humans, marine life, and habitat posed by aquaculture, as well as promising and innovating work being done to restore fisheries and habitat. Wed, October 29 Life Aquatic Prof. Gabrielle Rocap from Oceanography Life Aquatic puts a whimsical spin on the adventures of marine biologists, as well as scientific imagination, inquiry, and discovery. Internationally renowned oceanographer Steve Zissou and his crew - Team Zissou - set sail on an expedition to hunt down the mysterious, always elusive, possibly non-existent Jaguar Shark that supposedly killed Zissou's partner during the documentary filming of their latest adventure. On this journey, Steve's crew are joined by a young airline co-pilot, who may or may not be Zissou's son, a beautiful journalist who has been assigned to write a profile of Zissou, and Eleanor, Zissou's estranged wife and co-producer. They face overwhelming complications including pirates, kidnapping, and bankruptcy.
Area teens have a new local gathering spot where they can share their art and digital media, find teen events, and speak out on issues they care about. PugetSoundOff.org, an online web portal, blends cultural expression with leadership development, digital media education and civic engagement. It was created by youth and offers photo posting, videos, groups, blogs, polls, and other interactive tools. "Puget Sound Off is a great opportunity for elected officials and others to learn what youth care about, ask for feedback, and debate ideas without anyone having to catch the bus or drive to a meeting," said Mayor Greg Nickels. "This is going to be a model for public engagement." A Youth Council team at the Metrocenter YMCA serves as editors, bloggers, design and idea makers. The project will expand to include regional hubs of youth teams. Horn of Africa Services, Neighborhood House, Youth Media Institute and the Dale Turner YMCA have already signed up to serve as hubs. To celebrate the launch of this new website we're giving away laptops flip cameras, and ipod shuffles for the best blogs, videos, and songs uploaded to the site by October 17th. There will also be a "Sound Off For Action" forum on October 30th, that will bring together local youth and some of our finest professors in a discussion of new media and what it means for democracy. The winners of the contest will also be announced at the forum on the 30th in Kane Hall 6:30-8pm. Puget Sound Off sponsors include the City of Seattle Department of Information Technology, the YMCA of Greater Seattle-Metrocenter Branch, and the Center for Communication and Civic Engagement at the University of Washington (UW-CCCE). Additional support has been contributed by the MacArthur Foundation and One Economy
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