TAM with a Taiwanese Take

If you've not been to the Tacoma Art Museum, here's a short video on YouTube, complete with an introduction in Chinese (Mandarin, I'm guessing).

Link Me

Professor Weinberger has been recently exploring the world of LinkedIn, which is a great social network for professional opportunities in particular. Both he and I have set up profiles; mine is here; Professor Weinberger's is here. Alums, if you're out there, let's link; students, you should think about joining up as well. Let's build those online communities.

World Affairs Summit

Tacoma will host its first World Affairs Summit April 19-21. Lots of things going on, various speakers (including UPS and UWT faculty), films, music and other events on a wide array of topics. And it's all free. Find out more here.

Unclutter

Tired of all the flotsam and jetsam that has built up around you? If you're looking for ways to pare down and tidy up, here's just the blog for you: www.unclutterer.com. All kinds of interesting posts here; practical ways to make things tidy and get rid of what you don't need, discussions of the psychology of clutter, how to keep more stuff from entering into your life.

Hat tip to Jayne (my wife) for pointing this site out to me.

MA in Conflict and Dispute Resolution at UO

FYI:

I'm the director of the Masters degree program in Conflict and Dispute Resolution at the University of Oregon. I will be visiting the University of Puget Sound briefly next Tuesday, April 17th. Leah Vance has been helping to arrange an opportunity for students to learn more about the field of conflict resolution and about our graduate program here. I'll be meeting with interested students at 4:00 p.m. in McIntryre 309.

It would be great to meet you while I'm there and to answer any questions you might have about our program. I know it's late notice but if you have time, let me know.

Tim Hicks
Director, Graduate Program in Conflict and Dispute Resolution
University of Oregon
1221 University of Oregon
Eugene, OR 97403
conflict.uoregon.edu
phone: 541-346-1604
cell: 541-915-9606
fax: 541-346-1564
timhicks@uoregon.edu

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Congrats Emma Green '08

Emma Green '08 has been selected as a Richard Bangs Collier Scholar for summer 2007. This university research award will allow Emma to pursue her research project, "Using International Organizations as a Tool to Fight HIV/AIDS in Southern Africa: Exploring Patterns of Transmission, Policy, and Capacity." Professor Ferrari will serve as her research advisor. Emma's research will be based both in the US and Africa, so we look forward to hearing more about her work as it unfolds. Congrats, Emma!

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Everybody's Jet-Setting But Me.

Professor Weinberger was just in Japan and is soon off to Israel.
Professor Ferrari was in Oman and is soon off to Africa.
Professor Share is in London.
Professor Bonura is in Thailand.
Professor Hansen is heading to Germany (ok, that's because he's going home, but still).
Even one of the Americanists--the Americanists!--is heading to Berlin in July.
And this week Professor Fields is off to Japan.

Oh the injustice of it all (cue undeserved pity here).

Have a great trip, Professor Fields, and take lots of pictures for the blog.

Professor Hansen Article on Radical Islamism

Recently Professor Hansen published a piece titled "Radical Islamism and Totalitarian Ideology: a Comparison of Sayyid Qutb's Islamism with Marxism and National Socialism" in the journal Totalitarian Movements and Political Religions. If you are interested, the article is online; you can find it here.

He's also been asked by that same journal to join their editorial board; congratulations, Professor Hansen, for that honor!

Professor Ferrari in Oman

Recently Professor Ferrari returned from a trip to Oman where she evaluated a study abroad program for the university. She also returned with some great pictures and stories. I've posted some below with Professor Ferrari's informative captions; you can find more of her pecitures on our Flickr site here.

This is a view of the Grand Mosque in Muscat, the capital of Oman. Oman is an authoritarian society, ruled by the (relatively benign) decree of the Sultan. In the 1990s, the Sultan had this mosque built, using his personal funds, as a gift to the people. It is the largest mosque in Oman, and can hold something like 15,000 worshippers. Every element, from the shoe cubbies to the five minarets to the magnificent gardens is lovingly and exquisitely detailed. This is a working mosque, with daily prayers, and is open to tourists only three mornings a week (between prayer times). This is important, since most Omani mosques, unlike those in some other countries, generally are closed to non-Muslims at all times. The Grand Mosque complex also houses a good-sized public library.

This is a view of the Men’s Prayer Hall at the Grand Mosque. The chandelier is the largest in the world. The carpet is the largest in the world to be woven in a single piece. As I took this photo, I was facing Mecca; so this is the view a worshipper might have of the room during prayer time.

This is the Men’s Reading Room in the library at Sultan Qaboos University, the premier national university in Oman. Men and women take classes together, but generally sit in different sections of the classroom. Dormitories are single-sex, and I believe women are required to live on campus. The library stacks are open, and both genders share them. However, reading rooms, carrels, and even circulation desks are segregated by gender. So here are the guys reading.

Women’s Reading Room in the library at Sultan Qaboos University. I had to get special permission from the librarian (a man) to photograph the women. He obviously was uncomfortable having me do so, but was reluctant to say no to a guest. Because I am female he relented, but on the condition that I take a wide enough shot that no one’s face would be clearly visible. I also asked whether students are required to wear traditional attire on campus, and was told that it is a norm rather than a rule.

Floating in the harbor you can see a juxtaposition of old and new Oman. The old-style dhow sailboat floats in front of a modern 21st Century port. Just to the left of this dhow was a huge cruise liner bringing European tourists into town.

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Summer Institute on Conflict Resolution

Deadline is coming quickly if you are interested in this.

Alliance for Conflict Transformation
Summer Institute on Peacebuilding & Conflict Resolution (IPCR)
June 9, 2007 - July 7, 2006
Santa Cruz, Bolivia

The Alliance for Conflict Transformation (ACT), in partnership with Nur University, is pleased to announce the Summer Institute on Peacebuilding & Conflict Resolution (IPCR). IPCR is an intensive 4-week, 6-credit residential program intended to build the capacity of current and future professionals in a variety of fields to make a critical difference in furthering peaceful relations in the world. IPCR will be held in Santa Cruz, Bolivia, with travel to La Paz and surrounding communities.

We are currently accepting applications for participation from English speaking professionals, graduate and upper-level undergraduate students in peace and conflict resolution, international affairs, political science, Latin American studies, anthropology, development and related fields.

At IPCR, students enjoy a supportive learning environment where experienced trainers and faculty combine brief lectures, case studies, field trips, role-plays, and simulations, with the experiences of local and international peacebuilding practitioners.

IPCR offers a stimulating integration of theory and practice, bringing together innovative academic analysis with practical, hands-on training and skills development. Participants will learn about these topics and more:
* Conflict analysis & assessment
* Conflict resolution and peacebuilding practices
* Cross-sectoral approaches to peacebuilding and conflict resolution (i.e., with development, human rights, etc)
* Post-conflict reconstruction and reconciliation
* Skills development in negotiation
* Case studies - community, intra-state and international conflict
* Career opportunities in peacebuilding and conflict resolution

"In addition to gaining a basic understanding of conflict analysis and a set of practical skills applicable to a variety of fields, I truly benefited from having access to real-world practitioners and the exposure to an insider¹s view of regional conflicts. IPCR is practical, hands-on, and
highly recommended for anyone interested in pursuing a professional career in conflict resolution, peacebuilding, or related fields." Michael Pankow, employed at Human Rights Watch

APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 15, 2007
Note: Applicants must live in countries with a Bolivian Consulate/Embassy in order to get a travel visa.

To see the complete program description, visit the ACT website:
http://conflicttransformation.org

For more information contact:
Nike Carstarphen, Ph.D.
Co-Founder/Senior Partner
Alliance for Conflict Transformation
PO Box 9117, Alexandria, VA 22304
Phone: (703) 461-3650
Email: ipcr-bolivia@conflicttransformation.org

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2020 Vision: Energy Security Student Workshop

A chance to do training on energy issues in DC this summer, on their dime.

2020 Vision

High Gas Prices, Conflict in the Middle East, Global Warming.

It's Time to Kick the Oil Habit and start an energy revolution!

Get a free trip to Washington-help lead a national advocacy group and bring the energy security debate to your campus.

2020 Vision is committed to engaging the public on how America's dependence on oil is undermining our security, environment, and economy. Our advocacy, media and web outreach campaigns bring these issues home to vast audiences across the country and activate tens of thousands of people each month.

An Opportunity of a lifetime
In 2005, 2020 Vision launched an innovative new program to create a student-led Regional Director's Council to bring energy security and global warming to campuses across the country. 10-15 energetic participants from colleges and universities across the US will be chosen as Volunteer Regional Directors to come to Washington, D.C. in July of 2007 free of charge for an intensive week of hands-on training in non-profit advocacy and field organizing. During this one school-year term, participants will be our point of contact for a non-partisan debate on energy security policy and related issues on their campus.

Leadership, not internship
Unlike most internships, this is real work experience with a minimal time commitment. Instantly, you will become one of our top people in the field bringing new interest into the organization on the issues you care about. We understand that students like you are busy people and cannot always commit to a full-time internship. This promises to be fun and exciting leadership opportunity and you will learn skills that will benefit you in virtually every career track.

The PowerShift National Tour (http://www.power-shift.org) is just one campaign our current Regional Directors are heavily involved with. Our group has also passed many initiatives from Hawaii to Florida and currently with several United States Senators, Members of Congress, celebrities and experts on the issue.

Learn and use valuable skills
While in Washington, we will provide you with training from nationally recognized professionals and our seasoned staff at 2020 Vision. You can expect to walk away with skills in the following areas:

* Media relations
* Community organizing
* Organizational development
* Issue advocacy

In addition, you will learn how to take the lead in producing a fully funded event on global energy security on your college campus. We will provide you with all of the necessary resources, several coalition partners, round-the-clock support, and top-notch, nationally renowned speakers for the events. Not only that, but you will be continuing to shape an exciting new program at an innovative advocacy organization in Washington, D.C.

Qualifications
* A demonstrated commitment to global security, renewable energy, the environment, social justice or other progressive causes or ideals
* Strong people skills, a passion for quality leadership, and the ability to multi-task
* An ability to commit to a yearlong program that includes: promoting the organization year-round, attending regular event calls, reporting progress, and managing the project on campus
* Current enrollment in a college or university
* Experience in community organizing, political campaigns, or involvement in campus or local politics

Join us and help enact real change!
Become a Regional Director for 2020 Vision and turn your passion and enthusiasm into an agent for change in America. It's the opportunity you'll remember for a lifetime-work together with others to create a safer, cleaner future; build friendships you'll enjoy for years to come, and gain unique experience in non-profit advocacy. Energy security is one of the most challenging global issues of our times. Be a part of something big as we create a voice for all Americans in this vitally important public policy debate.

Application instructions
* Submit an up-to-date resume complete with at least two references
* Submit a two- to three-page writing sample

Send to:
Email (preferred to save paper): vision@2020vision.org with "RD Search" in the subject line.
US Mail:
2020 Vision
Regional Director Search
8403 Colesville Road
Suite 860
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Fax: 301-587-1848

Application process
2020 Vision is accepting applications until May 15th, 2007. Telephone interviews will be conducted beginning June 1st and we anticipate finalizing our decisions by June 10, 2007. The training in Washington DC will coincide with our Nation Summit on Energy Security held at the National Press Club in Washington DC on July 12, 2007.
Questions, call us at 800-669-1782 or visit our website at http://www.2020vision.org

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Etiquette Comments

My post last week regarding the English Department's campus etiquette document generated a good bit of feedback that is worth reading. There are comments from students in PG and English, an alum currently in grad school, and one professor outside of the department.

Here's one small comment I would make regarding student etiquette that I've mentioned before, which is that I find it very difficult to get students to answer emails. They may be bombarded on their end with various missives, but some students tell me they don't check their email very often. This is a particular concern when I am trying to set up events or meetings and am unable to get responses from students whether they will attend.

So a small observation is that email works both ways, and students should be in the habit of using it and responding to queries from their professors or department.

Your Friday Roundup of Opportunities

Always more on the university MonsterTrak (get the password from CES; it is available to students and alums) and on Hillzoo.com And don't forget that there are numerous local internship opportunities with elected officials, city government, and other agencies/non-profits. Ask me (Professor O'Neil) if you want to know more.

1. Paid Internship, Congressman Pomeroy, DC
Congressman Pomeroy's office is looking for someone to fill a paid internship position starting immediately. If you have qualified applicants, please have them send their resume to me. Thanks!
Stacy Austad Scheduler
Congressman Pomeroy's Office
1501 Longworth House Office Building
Washington DC 20515
(202)225-2611
Fax (202)226-0893

2. Internship, Senator Kennedy, DC
Senator Kennedy’s Education Policy Office and Investigations Office, of the Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, are currently taking applications for intern positions starting immediately. The interns will be responsible for conducting research, answering phones, assembling briefing books, preparing materials for the Senator, and other administrative tasks as needed. This is a great opportunity for a recent graduate or college undergrad, with an interest in politics, education policy, and/or law. Please send a resume and cover letter to demhelpintern@gmail.com. In your cover letter, please indicate your availability and proposed start date. Full-time interns preferred, but we can work with your schedule. No phone inquiries or drop-bys please.

3. Internship, Global Impact, DC
A Global Impact internship provides you with the opportunity to learn about devel opment and fundraising techniques in a friendly and professional environment. You will be introduced to the leading not-for-profit U.S.-based international relief and development organizations and gain exposure to issues such as poverty, hunger, HIV/AIDS and refugees.

Global Impact is based in Alexandria, Virginia, along the Potomac River and is metro accessible to the District of Columbia.

Opportunities to interns may include one or more of the following assignments:
*Assist the communications and corporate development departments in researching, writing and/or editing.
*Develop informational databases.
*Assist regional director with campaign events, charity fairs, etc.
*Assist in researching new development opportunities.

The following qualifications are required for consideration:
*Education: Course work towards a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in international studies but not required.
*Experience: Efficiently use the Internet for research purposes; effective writing and editing skills; strong attention to detail; and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Although the position will be unpaid, Global Impact will provide a local transportation stipend for travel to and from work. Global Impact does not place interns overseas.
Interested parties should e-mail intern@charity.org. Include a copy of your resumé and a letter of interest.

4. Seeds of Peace - Development Internship - New York
Seeds of Peace, a non-profit, non-political organization dedicated to empowering teenagers from regions of conflicts with the leadership skills required to advance reconciliation and coexistence, is looking for full-time and part-time interns to work its Development department.

Full-time positions include a weekly stipend and part-time positions are unpaid. The internship duration is from June 1 to August 31, 2007, though dates can be flexible.

Requirements: Must be current college student or recent graduate with experience working in an office environment. Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and internet research are essential. Knowledge of Raiser's Edge a plus. Applicants must have excellent writing skills, a pleasant phone manner, pay good attention to detail, be very organized, and be an independent worker. Knowledge of the Middle East preferred, Hebrew or Arabic language skills a plus.

Applicants who intend to receive college credit for this internship must make arrangements with their college/university. Seeds of Peace is not responsible for acquiring academic credits for interns.

The intern will work directly with staff members of the Development department in the New York office. Responsibilities include researching potential donors and foundations using online search engines, assisting with writing grant proposals and follow-up reports, and drafting correspondence, including cover letters and letters of inquiry.

One full-time and multiple part-time positions available.
Application instructions:
No phone calls please. E-mail resume, cover letter (indicate whether you are applying for the full or part-time position) and 2-3 page writing sample to ellen@seedsofpeace.org or mail to:
Seeds of Peace
Attn: Summer 2007 Internship
370 Lexington Ave., Suite 401
New York, NY 10017

Chatting With Clay Loges '68 on Web Wonders

Yesterday I was fortunate enough to be able to spend some time with Clay Loges '68, who was on campus to meet with folks over in the Business Leadership Program and also interview one of our PG majors who is interested in interning at his web start-up, Yodio.

We blogged about Yodio last fall; the service allows you to combine your photos or images with audio, the nice bit being that you simply dial in from a phone to make those captions. There's a lot of possibilities here; making audio tours, or creating audio/video "postcards," the latter of which would be really great for travel abroad.

Clay and I also talked about his experiences in Russia in the 1990s, when he ran an FM radio station that introduced classic rock to a country that had been all but cut off from Western popular culture. He's got some fascinating stories of that tumultuous time, and how the success of his station eventually attracted the unwelcome attention of those in power (see: Russia, Failure of Democracy).

Finally, we talked about Global Positioning Systems, or GPS. What will the intersection of GPS, cell phones, portable media players and the web do for information collection? Clay gave me the perspective that GPS helps "ground" information, allowing us to do things like link photos or text to places. We think of the Web as being virtual, but in reality it often references very real locations that GPS can help tag, organize, sort, and inform.

Here's an example of this at work: http://www.waymarking.com/

My only regret is that we didn't have enough time to talk. Clay, like so many of our majors, is a great role model, someone who started with a PG degree, moved from politics to media to overseas and back and now is playing a role in changing how we create information and build online networks. Thanks, Clay, for taking the time to share your experiences with us.

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Joost up

I finally got access to the beta of Joost. Created by the folks that brought you Skype and Kazaa, this provides streaming video channels to your computer--fullscreen, high quality, and real content (unlike the tiny clips we now enjoy on YouTube).

Wow.

Want to know more? An article from the LA Times that describes the business model is here; and you can sign up for a beta yourself.

Slam Jam

Just in from Sam Kussin-Shoptaw '09. Students, faculty, form a team and hit the court.

I am putting on an event this weekend entirely thought up by two PG majors. Max Harris and myself have organized a three on three basketball tournament sponsored by ASUPS (I am a current Senator, he used to be one). The tournament is this weekend on Sunday from 1-4pm. Each team entry is 20 dollars (teams can have up to 4 members) and all the proceeds benefit Pierce County AIDS Foundation. We'd love to involve as much faculty as possible and I know it is easter sunday and all but do you happen to know of anybody within the PG Dept. or in the Wyatt building who'd be interested? We are taking team entries until Friday at 5 and would love any publicity at all (ie blog mention or word of mouth around the dept.). Let me know if you can help out at all.

Thanks a bunch,
Sam Kussin-Shoptaw

Remembering Bosnia

Retro-Perspectives Bosnia: 1992-2007
At the University of Puget Sound
Tacoma, Washington
April 9, 2007
6:00
Wheelock Student Center - Rotunda
Free Admission
(With reception to follow)

This event will highlight the work of several Bosnian NGOs overseen by Jean-Claude Carreau, founder of the Land of Friendship and Peace outside of Sarajevo, Bosnia. Mr. Carreau’s son was killed in 1995 while serving as a UN peacekeeper in Sarajevo. In memory and tribute to his son, Mr. Carreau has dedicated his life to developing this foundation that specializes in recreational and therapeutic horseback riding for children who have suffered from post-war trauma.

The event will include a brief movie about the war in Bosnia, testimonials from war victims and personal friends of Mr. Carreau, an introduction to the Patton Plusczyk Foundation of Bosnia, and an overview of Genesis: Sarajevo, a therapeutic dance program working out of LFP and a speech by Mr. Carreau on the creation and continuing projects of LFP.

There will be a brief question and answer session at the end of the event, followed by a catered reception during which students can meet Mr. Carreau and the other members of the panel. Students will be able to ask questions about involvement in the many projects of the foundation and engage in conversation about the nature of peace and reconciliation programs for children.

In addition, artwork and photography from the foundation will be on display throughout the Wheelock Student Center on Monday the 9th (and at the reception) for viewing and silent auction. All proceeds will go to the Land of Friendship and Peace and affiliated programs.

Speakers will include: Ismet Lisica (representing the Patton Plusczyk Foundation - created by Helen Patton), Mona Muratovic (cofounder of LFP), Senada Pekaric (a volunteer at LFP), Maja Hadziomerovic (former project manager for the Dance Intensive program 2005), and Amy Danielson (founder of Genesis: Sarajevo).

This program promises to be an inspirational tribute to peace in war torn areas, as well as highlight the importance of programs helping children of diverse ethnic backgrounds deal with trauma and loss.

For more information please contact Tara Horn, ASUPS Lectures Programmer, or Drew Cameron, event co-coordinator.
Tara: thorn@ups.edu; asupslectures@ups.edu; office – 253.279.3295; cell – 509.251.5031.
Drew: dcameron@ups.edu; cell: 253.232.2657.

Campus Etiquette?

It came to my attention yesterday that the English Department has crafted a document for students regarding etiquette. I don't know the genesis of this work (though I'll be finding out more next week during a discussion on the issue), but it's clear that the department has felt it necessary to instruct students in what is and is not appropriate in and around class.

Alums and students, what do you make of the document? Does PG need something similar? Should there be a single campus-wide policy? Any thoughts? A sample from the document is below.

Do not behave as if the common courtesies, customary guidelines, and the expectations of a course apply to others but not you. In other words, do not behave as if you think you are better than everyone else. Upholding the common courtesies, following customary guidelines, and meeting expectations of a course help insure the quality of teaching and learning.

Do not leave your cell-phone on during class. Never take calls, make calls, text-message, or otherwise use your cell-phone in class. The same principle applies to blackberries and other electronic equipment. For instance, do not privately listen to music in class—with or without headphones. Do not wear headphones in class, ever.

Do not whisper to or otherwise converse with another student while the professor or another student is talking.

Do not pass notes in class, ever.

Do not behave as if you are desperate for attention. The classroom is a shared, collaborative space. Do not monopolize discussion, raise personal issues not relevant to the work of the class, or dominate the discussion time. If you have private questions for the instructor, make an appointment.

Do not leave the room during class unless it is an emergency or at least a matter of genuine urgency. During 50-minute or 80-minute classes, you should almost never need to leave class. If you often find it difficult to sit through 50-minute and 80-minute classes without leaving the room, you are probably not ready for college. Do not leave class to take or make a phone-call or to smoke a cigarette, for example.

Do not ever wear pajamas, slippers, or other sleepwear to class. Doing so signals you are not ready for college. The classroom is a public, professional space; proper attire and grooming signal your preparation for and attitude toward the professor, the course, and other students.

Do not sleep in class, and do not put your head on the table or a desk. If you are ill, see a physician and don’t come to class. If you are too exhausted to participate in class, do not come to class, and get more sleep. If you are in class, stay alert.

Do not eat or drink in class unless the professor has explicitly given you permission to do so. Assume that it is not appropriate to eat or drink in class.

Hansard Scholars Program(me)

Study British politics at LSE and do a parliamentary internship. Even if they do spell funny over there.

Dear All,

Just a short note to let you know that the deadline for the Autumn 2007 Hansard Scholars Programme has passed and we are now accepting applications for the Spring 2008 Programme (January 12th – April 5th, 2008). Therefore, if any of your students are interested in studying British politics at the London School of Economics and doing an internship in Parliament or other prominent political organisation in January, please let me know.

Full details about the Hansard Scholars Programme can be found on our website at: www.hansardsociety.org.uk/programmes/study_programme

I am also delighted to say that the Hansard Society has appointed Fiona Booth as our new Chief Executive. Fiona is currently Director of the Hansard Society’s Citizenship Education Programme and has previously managed the education departments of several charities. She is a qualified primary and secondary school teacher, and sits on several advisory boards including the UK Government’s Department for Constitutional Affairs Education Information & Advice working group, UNESCO’s Associated Schools Project Network and the UK Youth Parliament Competition steering group. She is also trustee of the UK’s Association for Citizenship Teaching.

Fiona, who starts her new position in early May said, “the Hansard Scholars Programme is central to the Hansard Society’s core aim of promoting a greater of understanding of democratic processes. I very much look forward to working with our university colleagues in North America and Australia, and to welcoming more outstanding students onto the Programme”.

Should you need any further details on the Hansard Society or the Hansard Scholars Programme, please do not hesitate to let me know.

Best wishes,

Alex Boughton
Director, Study & Scholars Programme
Hansard Society
40-43 Chancery Lane
London WC2A 1JA
Direct Line: +44 207 438 1213
Hansard Society: +44 207 438 1222
Fax: +44 207 438 1229
www.hansardsociety.org.uk

Favor Fulbright?

Along with the Watson, it's time also to think about applying for a Fulbright. Deadline on campus is May 1. Get more details here. Excerpt:

Created by the U.S. Congress in 1946, the Fulbright Program aims to foster mutual understanding among nations through educational and cultural exchanges. Each year the program allows more than 800 Americans to study or conduct research in over 100 nations.

The U.S. student program is designed to give recent B.S./B.A. graduates and master's and doctoral candidates opportunities for personal development and international experience. Students plan their own programs. Projects may include university course work, independent library or field research, classes in a music conservatory or art school, special projects in the social or life sciences, or a combination. Recent projects have involved business administration in France, entomology in Madagascar, and Chinese theater in Taiwan.

Selection

Is made on the basis of the student's academic record, language preparation, the feasibility of the proposed study project, and personal qualifications. Among other factors, selections are affected by:

1. extent to which the candidate and the project will help to advance the program aim of promoting mutual understanding among nations;
2. ability of the supervising agencies abroad to arrange supervision;
3. requirements of programs in individual countries;
4. ratio between the number of awards offered in a given country, and the number of applications received.

Application Procedures

All students who are interested in applying for a Fulbright Grant will fill out a Letter of Intent with the Fellowships Office and begin working on their applications in the spring semester of their junior year. There is a Spring Campus Deadline of May 1 when both the Letter of Intent and a draft of the application must be turned in to the Fellowships Office.