Tuesday, November 26, 2013

Thurs., Dec 5th @ 4 PM | Peace Corps General Info Session

Where will you take your career?

Now is the perfect time to start thinking about your post-graduation plans, whether a year from now or a few years down the road. If you're interested in a government career, life abroad, service work, foreign languages or applying the theory of your coursework to real world problems in health, education, the environment, agriculture, community development and entrepreneurship, consider working abroad with Peace Corps!
Check out the map of Peace Corps placement openings to see where adventure and the foundation for your international career awaits:
Peace Corps employs, trains and funds international development work for graduates in 76 countries around the world. Learn more about working abroad for Peace Corps and "the toughest job you'll ever love." Come to next week's information session and get your questions answered!

NEXT WEEK
Thursday, December 5 from 4:00-5:30 pm

Location: International Center, Room 9 (adjacent to the Michigan Union under West Quad)

Learn about the University of Michigan's long history with Peace Corps. Hear about the international work of local Returned Peace Corps Volunteers and learn about the application process, what PCVs do, where they go and how Peace Corps service opens diverse career pathways for RPCVs. Get your questions answered and even learn about grad school partnerships between Peace Corps and universities across the country, including nine with U of M.

You can also stop by our campus office to chat with us every week! Please see below for our office hours and like us on Facebook to stay on top of on all things Peace Corps!

We look forward to seeing you soon!

-- 
Brian Smyser + Katie Collins
University of Michigan Peace Corps Office
International Center, Room 10
peace.corps@umich.edu | 734.647.2182

For more information...

Online:

Office Hours:
Monday 10:00 am - 1:30 pm
Tuesday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Wednesday 10:00 am - 1:30 pm3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Friday 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Monday, November 25, 2013

Deadlines RIGHT after Thanksgiving | Cultural Vistas Internship Programs

Please read this email from Peggy Wunderwald-Jensen, the Cultural Vistas Midwest Representative, if you are applying to internship programs in Germany 2014 or to the IAESTE International Internship Program 2014.



The application deadlines for the Summer Internship Program in Germany (Dec 2), Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange in Germany (Dec 1), EMGIP Germany (Dec 1) and IAESTE International (Dec 1) are coming up on Sunday and Monday after Thanksgiving. Please make sure that you submit your online application in time. Keep in mind that technical problems can always occur, so don't wait until the last minute!



I know that many of you are already working on the application. If you have not started yet, you should do that NOW, because all applications require documents that you need to get from somewhere/someone else (e.g. official transcript, recommendation letter(s), certificate of enrollments, etc. – please check the application list for each program for details).



I will have office hours next week to answer questions and help with your application:



Monday, 11/25 12-4pm

Tuesday, 11/26 3-5pm


--

Peggy Wunderwald-Jensen

Lecturer, Germanic Languages and Literatures

Midwest Representative, Cultural Vistas

University of Michigan

812 East Washington, MLB 3416

Ann Arbor, MI 48109

Phone: 734 615 6336/ Fax: 734 763 6557/ Skype: pwjensen
Email: pwjensen@umich.edu or pwjensen@culturalvistas.org

Friday, November 15, 2013

Upcoming Deadlines | Cultural Vistas Internship and post-grad programs

The deadlines of four Cultural Vistas Internship Abroad Programs 2014 are coming up on Dec 1 and Dec 2, 2013. If you have questions or need help with any part of the application, please email Peggy Wunderwald-Jensen (pwjensen@umich.edu) or stop by her office in MLB 3416. She will have extended office hours next week:

Monday, Nov 18, 12-3pm
Tuesday, Nov 19, 3-5pm
Thursday, Nov 21, 9-11am & 3-4pm

Below is in overview of the four programs:

Internship opportunities worldwide for U.S. students (U.S. citizens and international students) majoring in technical fields; all internships are paid; internships are 2-3 months in the summer (fall and long-term internships are also available). Foreign language skill requirements vary by position. Most positions only require English. Application deadline: December 1, 2013.

Placement program open to students at the University of Michigan (U.S. citizens and international students) majoring in all fields; internships are 2-3 months; paid or unpaid. German language skills required. Application deadline:  Dec 2, 2013.

Scholarship program for students with U.S. or Canadian citizenship to complete one- to three-month internships with German state parliaments and ministries in early summer 2014. German language skills required. Application deadline: December 2, 2013, for early summer 2014.

Full year, reciprocal work-study scholarship program providing 75 U.S. students and young professionals with an understanding of everyday life, education, and professional training in Germany. Scholarship includes round-trip transatlantic flight, university tuition, language training, living stipend, and program-related travel costs in Germany. Current students, graduating seniors and alumni ages 18-24 are eligible. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Prior knowledge of German language helpful but not required. Application deadline: December 1, 2013.

--
Peggy Wunderwald-Jensen
Lecturer, Germanic Languages and Literatures
Midwest Representative, Cultural Vistas
University of Michigan
812 East Washington, MLB 3416
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Phone: 734 615 6336/ Fax: 734 763 6557/ Skype: pwjensen
Email: pwjensen@umich.edu or pwjensen@culturalvistas.org

Thursday, November 14, 2013

Mon, Nov 18 @ 3:30 PM | Boren Fellowship Info Session (Grad Students)


 

Boren Fellowships for International Study

Awards provide up to $30,000 to U.S. graduate students to add an international and language component to their graduate education through specialization in area study, language study, or increased language proficiency.

Boren Fellowships support study and research in areas of the world that are critical to U.S. interests, including Africa, Asia, Central & Eastern Europe, Eurasia, Latin America, and the Middle East. (Western Europe, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand are excluded.)

View preferred countries and preferred languages.

Eligibility

A candidate must be:
  • a U.S. citizen at the time of application.
  • either enrolled in or applying to a graduate degree program at an U.S. college or university within the U.S. Awardees must provide evidence of admission and enrollment, and must remain enrolled for the duration of the fellowship. 
Application Deadline:  January 28, 2014

Information Session

Katie Davis of Boren Awards in Washington, DC
Monday, November 18 at 3:30pm
room 2609 SSWB


Webinars

• November 19 - webinar - Competitive Essays
• November 25 - webinar - General information

Advising

Interested applicants should familiarize themselves with the website, paying particular attention to Program Basics and How to Apply.

For advising contact Kelly Peckens (advising availability).

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Course offered during Winter 2014 | Interdisciplinary Course on Global Health

The School of Nursing is offering students of all majors the opportunity to take an interdisciplinary global health course on campus next semester. See below for details:
  • N421: Perspectives in Global Health: This 2-credit elective seminar, taught on campus in the winter term, has an optional 2-week faculty-led field extension in Quito, Ecuador (download: PDF flier) for an additional 2-credits. Travel to Ecuador will take place in June. The interdisciplinary seminar is open to all undergraduates with at least sophomore standing. Intermediate level Spanish proficiency is required for participation in the field experience.
If you've having trouble viewing this information, check out the School of Nursing Global Opportunities website:

http://www.nursing.umich.edu/global-outreach/going-global-students/undergraduate-global-opportunities

Wed, Nov 20 @ 12 PM | Info Session on Spanish Language for Health Professionals Program in Mexico

Information Session
Spanish Language for Health Professionals in Oaxaca, Mexico. 
Learn more about the 2014 program and the application process.

Date: Nov. 20 (Wednesday) Time: 12:00 – 1:00 PM 
Location: 1230/1240, School of Nursing


Monday, November 11, 2013

Tues, Nov 19 | Peace Corps Information Session

What are you doing after graduation? 


Now is the perfect time to start thinking about your post-graduation plans, whether a year from now or a few years down the road. If you're interested in a government career, life abroad, service work, foreign languages or applying the theory of your coursework to real world problems in health, education, the environment, agriculture, community development and entrepreneurship, consider international work with Peace Corps!
Peace Corps employs, trains and funds international development work for graduates in over 70 countries around the world. Learn more about working abroad for Peace Corps and "the toughest job you'll ever love." Come to next week's information session!

NEXT WEEK
Tuesday, November 19 at 6:00-7:30 pm

Location: International Center, Room 9 (adjacent to the Michigan Union under West Quad)

Learn about the University of Michigan's long history of international service with Peace Corps, hear about the international work of local Returned Peace Corps Volunteers and learn about the application process, what PCVs do, where they go and how Peace Corps service opens diverse career pathways for RPCVs. Get your questions answered and even learn about grad school partnerships between Peace Corps and universities across the country, including nine with U of M.

Also, check out the map of Peace Corps placement openings to see where adventure and the foundation for your international career awaits!
You can also stop by our campus office to chat with us today! Please see below for our office hours and like us on Facebook to stay update on all things Peace Corps!

We look forward to seeing you soon!

-- 
Brian Smyser + Katie Collins
University of Michigan Peace Corps Office
International Center, Room 10
peace.corps@umich.edu | 734.647.2182

For more information...

Online:

Office Hours:
Monday 10:00 am - 1:30 pm
Tuesday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Wednesday 10:00 am - 1:30 pm3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Friday 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Friday, November 8, 2013

Tues, Nov 12 & Wed, Nov 13 | AIESEC Information Sessions

Looking for a chance to travel? 
Want work experience abroad? 
Come talk to us!

AIESEC is the world largest student-run organization present in over 110 countries. We help college students find volunteer and internship opportunities all over the world. We have 60+ years of experience and 20,000+ opportunities in our database.

Find out more at our info sessions:

Tuesday, Nov. 12: 6-7pm  in  3427 Mason Hall
Wednesday, Nov. 13: 6-7pm    3460 Mason Hall

If you are interested, but cannot make it to an info session,email: aiesecmichigan@gmail.com

Tuesday, November 5, 2013

Friday, Nov 8 | JET, teaching English in Japan

JET Programme Information Session

Date:          Friday, November 8, 2013
Time:          4:00-5:00pm
Place:         1644 School of Social Work Building
1080 South University Ave (corner of South U & East U)

Speaker
Rhea M. Young
JET Program Coordinator, Consulate General of Japan, Detroit

Interested in teaching and working in Japan
after graduation?

Come find out about the Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Programme, a Japanese government program aimed at promoting grassroots international exchange.  JET offers two types of positions: Assistant Language Teachers (ALT) who help teach English in primary and secondary schools, and Coordinator of International Relations (CIR) who help coordinate international programs in city and town halls throughout Japan.  Japanese language is NOT required for most positions.
Short video clips of JET participants from around the world speaking about their experiences will be available.  The JET Program Coordinator will provide information on the application process for positions that start in the summer of 2014.  Application is currently open and is due November 26.

JET Programme Information   313.567.0120  www.jetprogramme.org   rhea.young@dt.mofa.go.jp
U-M Center for Japanese Studies   734.763.6307   cjsacademics@umich.edu   www.ii.umich.edu/cjs/

Azumi Ann Takata, Ph.D.
CJS Academic Services Coordinator & East Asia FLAS Coordinator
Office Hours: Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri 9am-5pm, 4640 SSWB

Center for Japanese Studies, University of Michigan
1080 South University Ave., Suite 4640, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1106
P: +1 734-764-6307; F: +1 734-936-2948
E: takata@umich.edu; W: www.ii.umich.edu/cjs/

Monday, November 4, 2013

Fri, Nov 8 @ 12 PM | CGIS Contemporary London Program Info Session



Friday, November 8 @ 12-1pm
MLB B1117
The wildly popular Contemporary London program is launching again in 2014!

Dr. Freida Ekotto and Dr. Emily Nicklett challenge what it means
to be a British citizen, explore the implications of diverse representation in
British media, examine aging population trends, and discuss the UK's
anti-immigration policies.
Come meet both professors as well as CGIS program advisor Linda Popovic -
learn all about the program, funding, and the application process.
Get all your questions answered! 
For more information, please email Linda Popovic or call 734-764-4311
Apply now via M-Compass

Thurs, Nov 7 @ 5 PM | Cultural Vistas Work Abroad Programs Information Session

Cultural Vistas Work Abroad Programs 2014

Thursday, November 7
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

International Center, 603 E. Madison, Room 9


Internship opportunities worldwide for U.S. students (U.S. citizens and international students) majoring in technical fields; all internships are paid; internships are 2-3 months in the summer (fall and long-term internships are also available).
Application deadline: December 1, 2013.
Foreign language skill requirements vary by position. Most positions only require English.

 Summer Internships in Germany, Spain, Argentina and Chile 2014
Placement programs open to U.S. students in all fields (note: international students can only apply to the program in Germany); internships are 2-3 months; mostly paid in Germany, unpaid in Spain, Argentina, and Chile.
Application deadlines:  Dec 2, 2013 (Germany) & Jan 31, 2014 (Spain, Argentina, Chile).
German or Spanish language skills required.

Scholarship Program for students with U.S. or Canadian citizenship to complete one- to three-month internships with German state parliaments and ministries in early summer 2014.
Application deadline: December 2, 2013, for early summer 2014.
German language skills required.

Fellowship Program for 12 students (U.S. citizens) to participate in eight-week internships in Buenos Aires, Berlin, and Singapore, complemented by a virtual learning seminar on sustainability issues. Fellowship covers program-related travel expenses, accommodation, seminar.
Application deadline: February 7, 2014.
Prior knowledge of language of host country (in Germany and Argentina only) required.

Full year, reciprocal work-study scholarship program providing 75 U.S. students and young professionals with an understanding of everyday life, education, and professional training in Germany. Scholarship includes round-trip transatlantic flight, university tuition, language training, living stipend, and program-related travel costs in Germany. Current students, graduating seniors and alumni ages 18-24 are eligible. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
Application deadline: December 1, 2013.
Prior knowledge of German language helpful but not required.


For further information, please contact:
Peggy Wunderwald-Jensen, Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures, MLB 3416
Tel.: 734 – 615 6336, Email: pwjensen@umich.edu, Office Hours: Tue 3-5, Thur 9-11

Tues, Nov 5 @ 4:15 PM | Cross-Cultural Solutions Information Session

Come check out Cross-Cultural Solutions and the international volunteer opportunities they have in 10 different countries! Opportunities include improving education for children, improving access to health services, supporting those affected by HIV/AIDS, working at orphanages and with the elderly 
 
Information session  
Tuesday, November 5th
@ 4:15 p.m.
International Center, Room 9
603 E. Madison Street
 
There will be FREE treats and information about the many opportunities offered by CCS! Alumni of the trip will also be present! 
Contact elirich@umich.edu or fishsara@umich.edu for questions! 
 
Hope to see you there!