Political Science Advising NewsletterOctober 20, 2008 |
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Important DatesPOLITICAL SCIENCE ADVISING OFFICE HOURS: Washington State Internship Application deadline: October 23rd Application for Washington State residence status: October 23rd
For all other important dates, consult the Academic Calendar
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In This Issue:
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Study Abroad Programs
The African Studies Program at the Jackson School of International Studies is pleased to announce the offering of a new and innovative three-quarter course of study on Health, Human Rights and Social Transformation in the Greater Horn of Africa. The three-quarter sequence will consist of three components: preparatory foundational course in health and human rights in a classroom setting in the winter; introductory Swahili language instruction in the spring; and a ten-week study abroad (field practicum) consisting of an internship placement at an Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) in Nairobi, Kenya, an integrative seminar, and further Swahili language instruction in the summer, from June 22nd to August 21st, 2009. The program consists of five courses totaling 28 credits: Health, Human Rights and Social Transformation in the Greater Horn of Africa* (Winter 2008, 5 credits); Swahili: Language, Culture, and Healing - Beginner's course (Spring 2009, 5 credits); Internship Placement in Nairobi (Summer 2009, 8 credits); Swahili: Language, Culture, and Healing - Intermediate course (Summer 2009, 5 credits); Seminar: Intersection of Human Rights, Health and Development Law and Policy* (Summer 2009, 5 credits). For complete information about the program, please see the program information packet. Please come to the African Studies Program Fall Reception on Tuesday,
October 21st at 4pm in 317 Thomson Hall for more information and to find N.B: These courses do not automatically count towards the Political Science major requirements. Depending on the political science content of the courses, they might be approved by individual submission of a petition and course syllabi to the Political Science Advising Office.
The application deadline for the following programs has been extended to October 31st.
Application form can be found here. This program is open to students from all backgrounds. All students are encouraged to apply. 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.
Teach for America will be holding an information session next Tuesday,
October 21st in HUB 106b. Come learn about the best post graduation
job options available! Join myself, my fellow CCC's and our wonderful recruitment director Courtney in an engaging night dedicated to learning more about Teach For America! The session should take about an hour during which the application process as well as many other details of the Teach For America program will be discussed. Join us for some free pizza and lets make educational inequity an thing of the past! All majors welcome! University of Washington Teach for America Recruitment
Thursday, October 23, 2008 3:30 - 4:30 pm, Architecture Hall Room 250, University of Washington, Seattle Campus In collaboration with the Office of Minority Affairs, the Undergraduate Programs in the College of Architecture and Urban Planning will host special information session geared towards students from underrepresented populations. Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Construction Management, and Community and Environment Planning Program representatives will give a brief introduction of the program. In addition, students currently in the programs will talk about why they chose their major. We hope you can join us for this informative gathering and afternoon dessert break. A brief college facility tour will be available at the end of the session. For more information about the College, please check our website.
How to Write a Personal Statement for Law School by Peg Cheng and Chanira Reang Sperry, UW Pre-Law Advisers Tuesday, October 21, 2008 5:30-6:30pm Balmer 212. Hosted by Phi Alpha Delta, pre-law club Come and learn how real UW students wrote their personal statements for law school. Understand the do's and don'ts for writing a memorable personal statement. No need to register--just show up! Thinking of going to law school? Get on the Pre-law mailing list! You'll hear about upcoming workshops, events and resources for law school. Subscribe at: http://mailman2.u.washington.edu/mailman/listinfo/pre-law
The History Department is pleased to announce our History Graduate School roundtable. Open to anybody considering graduate school for history, students are invited to come sit down with current UW history grad students from a variety of fields, as well as our Graduate Program Assistant, and find out about preparing for grad school, the application process, language requirements, and what, exactly history grad school is all about. November 6, 2008, 12:00-1:30 Smith 320 Lunch will be served; students are invited to come late or leave early if they have a class conflict. RSVP by October 30 to histadv@u.washington.edu
Are you sometimes confused in English or writing classes? Do you wonder what your professor really wants in a paper? Looking for ways to improve your learning in English? Come find out! Sigma Tau Delta is hosting a panel discussion called "How to Succeed in English Classes" on Thursday, October 23, 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm in Mary Gates Hall, Room 238. FREE! Come join us and learn from four panelists how to get the most out of your English classes. Our panelists include: Mark Patterson, Associate Professor, Department of English Drego Little, Instructor, Interdisciplinary Writing Program Haidn Foster, Graduate Student, Department of English Jessica Frederick, Senior Honors English Major Come hear useful advice and opinions on what it takes to learn effectively in English classes, then ask your own questions! Need more information than provided here? Email: litgeeks@u.washington.edu Interested in Sigma Tau Delta, the international English honor society? Email the above address or come to our meetings on Tuesdays t 5:00 pm in North Cafe Allegro (2nd floor). We'd love to see you there! Scholarships/ Grants
Saturday, October 25, 2008, 9:30 am to 2:30 pm, Mary Gates Hall National Geographic Young Explorers 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, Please note that the student workshops are full to capacity, but students are encouraged to register for the waiting list in case of openings. Sign up at
Background: The Institute for International Public Policy (IIPP) Fellowship Program is a program of the UNCF Special Programs Corporation that is now entering its 15th year. The Institute seeks to enhance U.S. national security and global competitiveness by promoting excellence, international service, and awareness among a representative cross-section of the American citizenry. The IIPP also seeks to broaden access to international education and training opportunities for underrepresented minority college students. The IIPP Fellowship Program provides students from underrepresented minority groups with education and training experiences critical to entry and advancement in international affairs careers. IIPP is a comprehensive program of summer policy institutes, study abroad, intensive language training, internships, graduate study, and student services that include mentoring and career development. Additionally, IIPP provides students with the education and training necessary to successfully enter, advance, and provide leadership in international affairs careers. IIPP Fellowship Components: • Sophomore Summer Policy Institute • Junior Year Study Abroad • Junior Summer Policy Institute • Summer Language Institute • International Internship • Master’s Degree Program in International Affairs/InternationalRelations
Eligibility Requirements: The IIPP welcomes applications from undergraduate sophomores who: • Are enrolled full-time at an accredited, four–year baccalaureate-granting institution. • Are U.S. Citizens or legal residents (documentary support required). • Have a minimum 3.2 grade point average (on a 4.0 scale). • Have a strong demonstrated interest in international affairs. • Are an underrepresented minority (African American, Hispanic/LatinoAmerican, Asian American, American Indian, Alaskan Native, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander). • Plan to seek admission to a two-year master’s degree program in international affairs.
Students from underrepresented minority groups, especially those from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs), and Other Minority Serving Institutions (OMIs) are particularly encouraged to apply. Though not a requirement, applicants are strongly encouraged to complete at least one of the following courses before starting the IIPP Fellowship: international affairs, foreign policy, a foreign language, political science, sociology, macro/micro-economics, statistics and/or journalism.
IIPP Fellowship Funding Package The IIPP Fellowship funding package includes the following: • Sophomore and Junior Policy Institutes: housing and meals inuniversity facilities; books and materials; field trips andexcursions; a stipend; and travel from home or school. • Junior Year Study Abroad: one-half of program costs and personal expenses for one semester of overseas study during a Fellow’s junior year, with the expectation that her/his school will supply the otherhalf through financial aid or scholarships and a reasonable family contribution. • Summer Language Institute: tuition and fees; room and board; books and materials; travel to and from SLI; a stipend. • IIPP Internship: depending on whether the internship is domestic orinternational, IIPP may provide travel costs and a stipend. • Graduate School: $15,000 in matching scholarship funds, provided theFellow has completed each IIPP program component and will pursue a
How College Sophomores Apply 1. Visit this webpage and follow the link “APPLY ONLINE.” Please refer to the complete online application guidelines. 2. Complete all sections of the online application, including: a) Brief statement of your career interests. b) Essay # 1 (Personal Statement) – Maximum 500-word statement that tells us about yourself and why you should be selected as an IIPP Fellow. c) Essay # 2 (Issue Analysis) – Maximum 750-word essay that explains why a current international issue is important to you and what you would do to address it if in a position to do so. d) Work/Volunteer experience e) Two online recommendations 3. Mail hard-copy supporting documents including official college transcripts, College or University Nomination Form, Financial Aid award letter and/or Student Aid Report. These items must be postmarked by the March 16th application deadline. 4. Application Deadline: March 16th. Applications from college sophomores
are not considered complete until all documents have been received. Late Email the IIPP staff with comments or questions at iipp@uncfsp.org
Conferences/ Talks
An Evening of Field Research and Exploration
Naturalistic Decision Making for Regional Safety and Security Featured Speaker: Dr. Gary Klein, Klein Associates Thursday, October 30th, 2008, 7:00pm - 9:00pm Kane Hall, Room 210 Dr. Klein is a pioneer in the field of naturalistic decision-making, has written several books on the subject, and his decision model has influenced changes in the ways the Marines and Army train their officers to make decisions. On Thursday, October 30th, Dr. Klein will be discussing issues related to collaborative decision-making. Dr. Klein's company has also developed their own variant of cognitive task analysis to gather data in complex domains. Dr. Klein's speech will be open to students and the public. Feel free to spread the word!
Courses
Credits: 3 MW, 2:30-3:50 Location: OSB 425 Instructor: Dr. Deborah Illman 616-4826 illman@u.washington.edu Course Description: This course provides graduate students and upper division undergraduates with an advanced experience in science and technology writing. We explore issues of accuracy and the treatment of scientific uncertainty by journalists and sources. Other topics include the structure of feature writing, the editorial process, layout and display issues, and ethical codes for practicing science writers. Students develop advanced skills in science news writing through a combination of writing assignments, readings, discussion sessions, writing clinics, and special guest presentations by practicing science writers. Participants serve as science writing interns on the staff of Northwest Science & Technology magazine and develop a portfolio of professional quality science/technology news articles which may be eligible for publication in the magazine. Students completing this class should possess the conceptual understanding as well as the practical experience needed for a variety of writing, communication, or public outreach positions. Add code required--email the instructor at illman@u.washington.edu
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 .
There are some great internships available through the Seattle City Attorney's Office at the Seattle Community Court. These are great opportunities not only for pre-law students but also for writers and editors and anyone interested in social justice, legal issues, and government. Americorps education grants are possible, and internship credit is available. Seattle Community Court gives low-level, misdemeanor defendants the opportunity to give back to the community where their offenses occurred. Rather than go to jail, defendants who enter the program can help themselves in overcoming their own problems as they complete:
Internship activities:
New Opportunity! Education Award Opportunities: Earn tuition funds through the AmeriCorps "Links" program if the following internship hours within one year. First come, first served. Please indicate your interest in earning a tuition award on the internship application
Skills required/preferred:
Please send letter of interest, resume, completed internship application, and signed background information form to Stephanie Tschida, Community Court Seattle City Attorney's Office, PCS Division PO Box 94667 Seattle, WA 98124
Job Offers
Verizon recruiters are coming to the University of Washington on October 28 to meet with students and give them information about working for Verizon. Verizon offers College Hire Programs, Summer Internships and College Graduate Opportunities, all of which students can learn about from recruiters on campus. Students can also check the following website for more information.
Before you go to your Halloween parties, network and explore careers in national security with students and experts. Come meet representatives from these agencies:
Other
Nu Chapter-Pi Sigma Alpha The National Political Science Honors Society University of Washington WHAT: Political Science Honor Society Meeting WHEN: Monday, October 20 from 6-7pm WHERE:Suzzallo Library, 335 Pi Sigma Alpha is a student group on campus designed to foster non-partisanpolitical discourse, raise awareness on issues of social justice, and advance student scholarship in the social sciences. Two years ago, we published the first issue of The Orator, the UW Undergraduate Journal of Political Science. Last year's issue was named in the 10 Undergraduate Journals nation wide and this year we are committed to making the Orator even better. We hope to see you all at next weeks meeting! -Kaegan Faltys-Burr PSA Communications Director
CALL+RESPONSE is a first of its kind feature documentary film that examines huma trafficking today, from the child brothels of Cambodia to the slave brick kilns of rural India.
Featuring: Dr. Cornel West, Madeleine Albright Volunteer for Partnership in Democracy
For this reason, the King County Elections Office seeks college volunteers to be monitors at the election this November 4th . Taso G. Lagos of the Department of Communications in collaboration with the KC Elections Office leads this effort on the UW campus to organize volunteers for the event. “On the one hand, students help voters who don't know how to work the machines, but in reality what they're really doing is getting up and close and personal with democracy,” Lagos claims. “And it doesn't get any closer than that!” Students work in teams of three per polling station. There are over 400 polling stations in King County, and students will work from 7 am until 8 pm when the polls close, with possible additional time added for closing the polling stations. A total of 300 student volunteers are needed. A 3-hour training session is required for all volunteers, to take place a few days prior to the election. While volunteers are not paid, their efforts help to build a scholarship fund for disadvantaged students to participate in study-abroad programs. The website for the “Partnership in Democracy” can be accessed here This may be the last opportunity for an effort of its kind; beginning February 2009, elections in King County will be all mail-in ballots. Volunteers do not have to be a King County resident, nor a registered voter, to participate. Each volunteer will also receive a commemorative lapel pin and a volunteer diploma for completing the effort. For more information, please contact Dr. Lagos directly at taso@u.washington.edu or via campus mail at Box 353740.
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