Thursday, October 08, 2009
Wednesday, October 07, 2009
Essay contest--significant cash prizes!
From the Intercollegiate Studies Institute:
The purpose of the Culture of Enterprise Initiative is to explore in an interdisciplinary fashion the moral and cultural foundations of humane market systems. The program also sponsors book & article awards, and book & lecture series for older scholars, but this undergraduate essay contest asks students to respond to this question, "Can Character and Community Survive in an Age of Globalization?" As you can see, we challenge students to consider the proper balance between market forces and moral principles when examining the realities of our global economic order.
Here are the prizes for the top essayists:
1st Place - $10,000
2nd Place - $5,000
3rd Place - $2,000
4th Place - $1,500
5th Place - $1,000
Students can download the application form, which outlines the details for submitting essays, via this link http://www.cultureofenterprise.org/content/coe_essay_app.pdf
And students can learn more about the contest and read past winning essays by clicking here: http://www.cultureofenterprise.org/essay.html
The deadline for applicants is December 31, 2009, so students can finish their final exams, if they choose, and then turn to the essay contest. Of course, we welcome and encourage early applications as well.
The purpose of the Culture of Enterprise Initiative is to explore in an interdisciplinary fashion the moral and cultural foundations of humane market systems. The program also sponsors book & article awards, and book & lecture series for older scholars, but this undergraduate essay contest asks students to respond to this question, "Can Character and Community Survive in an Age of Globalization?" As you can see, we challenge students to consider the proper balance between market forces and moral principles when examining the realities of our global economic order.
Here are the prizes for the top essayists:
1st Place - $10,000
2nd Place - $5,000
3rd Place - $2,000
4th Place - $1,500
5th Place - $1,000
Students can download the application form, which outlines the details for submitting essays, via this link http://www.cultureofenterprise.org/content/coe_essay_app.pdf
And students can learn more about the contest and read past winning essays by clicking here: http://www.cultureofenterprise.org/essay.html
The deadline for applicants is December 31, 2009, so students can finish their final exams, if they choose, and then turn to the essay contest. Of course, we welcome and encourage early applications as well.
Tuesday, October 06, 2009
Two Week Academic Seminars in D.C, in January
The Washington Center offers two, two-week academic seminars in Washington, DC in January. One is entitled "Inside Washington," and focuses on the presidency and the legislative process. The other is entitled "Camp David III: Negotiating the Path to Israeli-Palestinian Peace." You can find more information be emailing seminars@twc.edu, or by calling 1-800-486-8921. The Washington Center's website is here.
Monday, October 05, 2009
Senator Cantwell internship, Tacoma
majors have done this internship in past and liked it--
An internship in the office of Senator Cantwell offers individuals an opportunity to serve the public through the federal government. Throughout the year, the internship programs in offices throughout Washington State allow students to work directly with congressional aides and get an inside view of the way a Congressional office operates. Internships develop professional skills and offer students the opportunity to explore future careers in public service.
In the State offices, interns have the opportunity to work directly with the public and staff members and will learn firsthand about the constituent advocacy process. Responsibilities include fielding constituent requests, communication with federal government agencies, extensive research and interaction with the public and local groups. Interns may attend briefings with concerned citizens and organizations.
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be motivated, organized, and able to work in a team setting. Internships are open to students of any degree program. Responsibility and flexibility are key qualifications as well as an interest in writing, research and interfacing with the public.
PROGRAM OUTLINE: Internships are available throughout the year and applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Commitments based on school schedules, either semester or quarter, can be accommodated. Internships are unpaid, but available for school credit, if approved by the college/university. Hours and schedule are negotiable, but a regular weekly schedule must be arranged.
REQUIREMENTS: For consideration, please contact the intern supervisor. The application requires a cover letter, resume, a one-page writing sample detailing why you are interested in working with Senator Cantwell and two letters of recommendation. Acceptable letters might come from professors, former teachers, employers or community members who know the applicant.
State of Washington Office
Internship Program
Ken Pierce
Internship Coordinator
Jackson Federal Building,
Suite 3206
915 Second Ave.
Seattle, WA 98174
(206) 220-6400 phone
(206) 220-6404 fax
ken_pierce@cantwell.senate.gov
An internship in the office of Senator Cantwell offers individuals an opportunity to serve the public through the federal government. Throughout the year, the internship programs in offices throughout Washington State allow students to work directly with congressional aides and get an inside view of the way a Congressional office operates. Internships develop professional skills and offer students the opportunity to explore future careers in public service.
In the State offices, interns have the opportunity to work directly with the public and staff members and will learn firsthand about the constituent advocacy process. Responsibilities include fielding constituent requests, communication with federal government agencies, extensive research and interaction with the public and local groups. Interns may attend briefings with concerned citizens and organizations.
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be motivated, organized, and able to work in a team setting. Internships are open to students of any degree program. Responsibility and flexibility are key qualifications as well as an interest in writing, research and interfacing with the public.
PROGRAM OUTLINE: Internships are available throughout the year and applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Commitments based on school schedules, either semester or quarter, can be accommodated. Internships are unpaid, but available for school credit, if approved by the college/university. Hours and schedule are negotiable, but a regular weekly schedule must be arranged.
REQUIREMENTS: For consideration, please contact the intern supervisor. The application requires a cover letter, resume, a one-page writing sample detailing why you are interested in working with Senator Cantwell and two letters of recommendation. Acceptable letters might come from professors, former teachers, employers or community members who know the applicant.
State of Washington Office
Internship Program
Ken Pierce
Internship Coordinator
Jackson Federal Building,
Suite 3206
915 Second Ave.
Seattle, WA 98174
(206) 220-6400 phone
(206) 220-6404 fax
ken_pierce@cantwell.senate.gov
IDEALIST job fairs
I am writing from Idealist with a quick reminder about four events
coming up in Portland and Seattle in the next couple of weeks. Very
briefly first:
1. The Portland Nonprofit Career Fair, on Wednesday, October 14, from
11:00 to 3:00
http://bit.ly/3UhEB3
2. The Portland Graduate School Fair, on Thursday, October 22, from
5:00 to 8:00
http://bit.ly/tIDNJ
3. The Seattle Nonprofit Career Fair, on Tuesday, October 20, from
11:00 to 3:00
http://bit.ly/l9JRm
4. The Seattle Graduate School Fair, also on Tuesday, October 20, from
5:00 to 8:00
http://bit.ly/8SBhO
All of these events are free for individuals. Please click on each
link for more details, to see which organizations or schools will be
there, and to register.
For the Grad-School Fairs, if you, or anyone you know, are thinking of
going to grad-school next year, these fairs are a great place to meet
with representatives from a wide variety of graduate programs in
fields such as Nonprofit Management, Education, Social Work, Global
Health, International Affairs, Law, Business, Public Policy, Urban
Planning, and more.
At our Nonprofit Career Fairs, on the other hand, you can meet with
local organizations that are seeking staff, interns, or volunteers.
Please share this message with friends and colleagues at work, on
Facebook and Twitter, and on any relevant maling lists, and let me
know if you have any questions.
Thanks, and I hope to see you at one of these!
Joe Grant
Nonprofit HR Coordinator
http://www.idealist.org/careerfairs
coming up in Portland and Seattle in the next couple of weeks. Very
briefly first:
1. The Portland Nonprofit Career Fair, on Wednesday, October 14, from
11:00 to 3:00
http://bit.ly/3UhEB3
2. The Portland Graduate School Fair, on Thursday, October 22, from
5:00 to 8:00
http://bit.ly/tIDNJ
3. The Seattle Nonprofit Career Fair, on Tuesday, October 20, from
11:00 to 3:00
http://bit.ly/l9JRm
4. The Seattle Graduate School Fair, also on Tuesday, October 20, from
5:00 to 8:00
http://bit.ly/8SBhO
All of these events are free for individuals. Please click on each
link for more details, to see which organizations or schools will be
there, and to register.
For the Grad-School Fairs, if you, or anyone you know, are thinking of
going to grad-school next year, these fairs are a great place to meet
with representatives from a wide variety of graduate programs in
fields such as Nonprofit Management, Education, Social Work, Global
Health, International Affairs, Law, Business, Public Policy, Urban
Planning, and more.
At our Nonprofit Career Fairs, on the other hand, you can meet with
local organizations that are seeking staff, interns, or volunteers.
Please share this message with friends and colleagues at work, on
Facebook and Twitter, and on any relevant maling lists, and let me
know if you have any questions.
Thanks, and I hope to see you at one of these!
Joe Grant
Nonprofit HR Coordinator
http://www.idealist.org/careerfairs
Sunday, October 04, 2009
Kali Bechtold 09 heads to Lesotho
Bon voyage and best wishes to Kali Bechtold, who heads out to Lesotho next month through Peace Corps. All the best, and we hope to hear from her experiences there, technology and time permitting--
WashPIRG Internships
For 35 years, students have united under the national Student PIRGs to
face up to society's big problems, take action, and win concrete changes
that improve the quality of our lives. The student PIRGs are independent
state-based student organizations that work to solve public interest
problems related to the environment, consumer protection, and government
reform. Our student-lead board has set up campaigns around the major issues
students will face when they graduate -- from global warming to endangered
species, from staggering student debt rates to high textbook costs, from
the escalating cost and declining quality of health care to the plight of
the hungry and homeless. Students work closely with trained PIRG staff to
develop their leadership skills, learn to successfully plan and organize
winning campaigns and get national media attention.
The Student PIRGs, and specifically WashPIRG, are now accepting internship
applications for Fall 2009. Our interns earn course credit to make a
difference on issues that matter most to them, by educating their campus,
working with the media and educating decision makers. Students can apply
online at http://www.studentpirgs.org/action.asp?id2=32667.
If you are interested in handing out internship brochures to your class,
please respond to this email with your name, address and how many students
you have in your class, and I will send them along!
Please forward the following message to any of your outstanding student
leaders and other faculty members that you think may be interested!
Thank you for all you do for your students!
Jake Shaffren
Washington Field Organizer
w: (206) 568 2856
f: (206) 568 2858
http://www.washpirgstudents.org/
face up to society's big problems, take action, and win concrete changes
that improve the quality of our lives. The student PIRGs are independent
state-based student organizations that work to solve public interest
problems related to the environment, consumer protection, and government
reform. Our student-lead board has set up campaigns around the major issues
students will face when they graduate -- from global warming to endangered
species, from staggering student debt rates to high textbook costs, from
the escalating cost and declining quality of health care to the plight of
the hungry and homeless. Students work closely with trained PIRG staff to
develop their leadership skills, learn to successfully plan and organize
winning campaigns and get national media attention.
The Student PIRGs, and specifically WashPIRG, are now accepting internship
applications for Fall 2009. Our interns earn course credit to make a
difference on issues that matter most to them, by educating their campus,
working with the media and educating decision makers. Students can apply
online at http://www.studentpirgs.org/action.asp?id2=32667.
If you are interested in handing out internship brochures to your class,
please respond to this email with your name, address and how many students
you have in your class, and I will send them along!
Please forward the following message to any of your outstanding student
leaders and other faculty members that you think may be interested!
Thank you for all you do for your students!
Jake Shaffren
Washington Field Organizer
w: (206) 568 2856
f: (206) 568 2858
http://www.washpirgstudents.org/
Friday, October 02, 2009
EPA Greater Research Opportunities (GRO) Fellowships for Undergraduate Environmental Study
Interested in environmental policy? Interested in getting paid to work on environmental policy? Check out this fellowship opportunity at the EPA website.
A. Introduction
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), National Center for Environmental Research (NCER), invites applications for the Greater Research Opportunities (GRO) Fellowships for undergraduate environmentally related study for bachelor’s level students. The deadline for receipt of applications is December 10, 2009. Subject to availability of funding, the Agency plans to award approximately 30 new fellowships by July 30, 2010. The fellowship provides up to $19,250 per year of academic support and $8,000 for internship support for a combined total of up to $46,500 over the life of the fellowship. The GRO program enhances and supports quality environmental education for undergraduates, and thereby encourages them to continue their education beyond the baccalaureate level, and pursue careers in environmentally related fields. The actual amount awarded per year will vary depending on the amount of tuition and fees and the number of months the stipend is required. This fellowship is intended to help defray costs associated with environmentally oriented study leading to a bachelor’s degree.
B. Background
The GRO Undergraduate Fellowship program is part of the national effort to help ensure that the United States meets its current and projected human resource needs in the environmental science, engineering, and policy fields (Jackson 2002). The goals of the program are to bolster the environmental generation of tomorrow, bridge to diverse communities, and boost excellent research and development that advance the protection of human health and the environment through education. The program focuses its efforts at stimulating and supporting interest in environmentally related research and development at institutions of higher education that receive limited federal funding, including in particular institutions with substantial minority enrollment (Environmental Career Organizations 2001). By enhancing and supporting quality environmental education for undergraduate students, the GRO Undergraduate Fellowship thereby encourages promising students to pursue careers in environmentally related fields and to continue their education beyond the baccalaureate level. This goal is consistent with the mission of EPA, which is to provide leadership in the nation’s environmental science, research, education, assessment, restoration, preservation, and pollution prevention efforts. The GRO Fellowship program has benefited both public and private sectors by consistently providing the nation with well-trained environmental specialists to meet society’s environmental challenges. GRO supported fellows have provided new environmental research in the physical, biological, health, and social sciences as well as in engineering.
A. Introduction
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), National Center for Environmental Research (NCER), invites applications for the Greater Research Opportunities (GRO) Fellowships for undergraduate environmentally related study for bachelor’s level students. The deadline for receipt of applications is December 10, 2009. Subject to availability of funding, the Agency plans to award approximately 30 new fellowships by July 30, 2010. The fellowship provides up to $19,250 per year of academic support and $8,000 for internship support for a combined total of up to $46,500 over the life of the fellowship. The GRO program enhances and supports quality environmental education for undergraduates, and thereby encourages them to continue their education beyond the baccalaureate level, and pursue careers in environmentally related fields. The actual amount awarded per year will vary depending on the amount of tuition and fees and the number of months the stipend is required. This fellowship is intended to help defray costs associated with environmentally oriented study leading to a bachelor’s degree.
B. Background
The GRO Undergraduate Fellowship program is part of the national effort to help ensure that the United States meets its current and projected human resource needs in the environmental science, engineering, and policy fields (Jackson 2002). The goals of the program are to bolster the environmental generation of tomorrow, bridge to diverse communities, and boost excellent research and development that advance the protection of human health and the environment through education. The program focuses its efforts at stimulating and supporting interest in environmentally related research and development at institutions of higher education that receive limited federal funding, including in particular institutions with substantial minority enrollment (Environmental Career Organizations 2001). By enhancing and supporting quality environmental education for undergraduate students, the GRO Undergraduate Fellowship thereby encourages promising students to pursue careers in environmentally related fields and to continue their education beyond the baccalaureate level. This goal is consistent with the mission of EPA, which is to provide leadership in the nation’s environmental science, research, education, assessment, restoration, preservation, and pollution prevention efforts. The GRO Fellowship program has benefited both public and private sectors by consistently providing the nation with well-trained environmental specialists to meet society’s environmental challenges. GRO supported fellows have provided new environmental research in the physical, biological, health, and social sciences as well as in engineering.
Good source for information about journalism internships, jobs
I ran into an article focused on job opportunities in journalism that noted that entry-level positions in the field almost always go to people who have done (unpaid) internships. The authors worried that students who could not afford to take unpaid work would find it hard to get a leg up in the field. I thought that information about opportunities is always good. Check out Journalism Jobs.
PG Alum Mariner Kemper on Bloomberg TV
Alum Mariner Kemper went on to be noted as one of Forbes' youngest CEOs in America, as head of UMB Financial. Here's a clip of him on Bloomberg talking about the recent economic downturn.
Where the cool alums go--SEA, DC, PDX
Hat tip: Ned Culhane:
The Wall Street Journal recently published a list of "The Next Youth Magnet Cities". Seattle tied with DC in first place; Portland in forth (downside there: high unemployment).
The Wall Street Journal recently published a list of "The Next Youth Magnet Cities". Seattle tied with DC in first place; Portland in forth (downside there: high unemployment).
Thursday, October 01, 2009
Peter Maass: Crude World, on campus and NPR
Peter Maass will be on campus on October 15 to talk about his book, Crude World. If you want a taste of his talk, he was on NPR’s THE WORLD yesterday, and you can hear him at:
http://www.theworld.org/2009/09/28/crude-world-an-interview-with-peter-maass/
http://www.theworld.org/2009/09/28/crude-world-an-interview-with-peter-maass/
Professor Weinberger on the radio
Professor Seth Weinberger, fresh from the release of his new book, chatted yesterday on Midweek Politics with David Pakman about Iran, the UN, and other sundry issues. Listen here.
500k for Health Sciences at Puget Sound
Philanthropy Magazine reports that "the University of Puget Sound received $500,000 commitment from Carl and Renee Behnke of Seattle for design and construction new Center for Health Sciences."
Exciting: There's more on our university website. Snippet:
The Center for Health Sciences is the centerpiece of both Puget Sound's 20-year master plan for campus development and the academic strategic plan. The venue will combine in one facility the undergraduate research and teaching disciplines of exercise science and psychology with the college's graduate clinical and research studies in occupational and physical therapy. The center will house the interdisciplinary neuroscience program, to be directed by a recently funded endowed chair in that field. It also will provide resources for the university's occupational and physical therapy clinics, which provide more than 300 patients annually with free health care services.
"Through my many years on the board of trustees, I have seen University of Puget Sound grow to become a leading liberal arts college with strong leadership and a compelling vision for preparing students for the future," Carl Behnke said. "Renee and I are very pleased to be able to make this contribution to the new Center for Health Sciences, which will offer extraordinary opportunities for both students and faculty, and support the development of new realms of research and discovery in the health sciences."
Emerging out of the university's comprehensive master plan, the center is being designed by Bohlin Cywinski Jackson of Seattle. Construction is expected to begin in 2010. The facility will be located at the south end of campus, along N.11th Street, with convenient access for clinic patients who are served by students in the occupational and physical therapy programs. Combined with the Commencement Walk landscape element in the university's master plan, the new center will knit the north and south sectors of campus into a unified whole.
Exciting: There's more on our university website. Snippet:
The Center for Health Sciences is the centerpiece of both Puget Sound's 20-year master plan for campus development and the academic strategic plan. The venue will combine in one facility the undergraduate research and teaching disciplines of exercise science and psychology with the college's graduate clinical and research studies in occupational and physical therapy. The center will house the interdisciplinary neuroscience program, to be directed by a recently funded endowed chair in that field. It also will provide resources for the university's occupational and physical therapy clinics, which provide more than 300 patients annually with free health care services.
"Through my many years on the board of trustees, I have seen University of Puget Sound grow to become a leading liberal arts college with strong leadership and a compelling vision for preparing students for the future," Carl Behnke said. "Renee and I are very pleased to be able to make this contribution to the new Center for Health Sciences, which will offer extraordinary opportunities for both students and faculty, and support the development of new realms of research and discovery in the health sciences."
Emerging out of the university's comprehensive master plan, the center is being designed by Bohlin Cywinski Jackson of Seattle. Construction is expected to begin in 2010. The facility will be located at the south end of campus, along N.11th Street, with convenient access for clinic patients who are served by students in the occupational and physical therapy programs. Combined with the Commencement Walk landscape element in the university's master plan, the new center will knit the north and south sectors of campus into a unified whole.
Monday, September 28, 2009
Reminder: US-Canada conference, Seattle
CANADA and the UNITED STATES
North American Economic Competitiveness; Energy Security; the Arctic;
Environmental Sustainability; Cross-Border Trade & Transportation;
Smart & Secure Borders; Emergency Planning & Management; Global Health;
Demographics; Canada-US Security & Defence
Canada and the United States have a unique relationship. Since 2001 over 100 academics from Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington have participated in the 'International Canadian Studies Institute' alternating between Alberta and British Columbia / Yukon. Join more than 50 of these Fellows on Friday 16 October at the University of Washington to hear and discuss the results of their research and work addressing many of the important issues in the Canada-US relationship - and how ICSI has impacted them, their students, universities and communities. Program attached.
Friday, October 16, 2009
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Walker Ames Room (Room 225), Kane Hall
University of Washington, Seattle
7:00 pm
Women's University Club Ballroom
1105 Sixth Ave, Seattle, WA
Registration Deadline: October 1, 2009
For more information, please call 206-221-6374 or 206-770-4065.
North American Economic Competitiveness; Energy Security; the Arctic;
Environmental Sustainability; Cross-Border Trade & Transportation;
Smart & Secure Borders; Emergency Planning & Management; Global Health;
Demographics; Canada-US Security & Defence
Canada and the United States have a unique relationship. Since 2001 over 100 academics from Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington have participated in the 'International Canadian Studies Institute' alternating between Alberta and British Columbia / Yukon. Join more than 50 of these Fellows on Friday 16 October at the University of Washington to hear and discuss the results of their research and work addressing many of the important issues in the Canada-US relationship - and how ICSI has impacted them, their students, universities and communities. Program attached.
Friday, October 16, 2009
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Walker Ames Room (Room 225), Kane Hall
University of Washington, Seattle
7:00 pm
Women's University Club Ballroom
1105 Sixth Ave, Seattle, WA
Registration Deadline: October 1, 2009
For more information, please call 206-221-6374 or 206-770-4065.
Good jobs at Career Fair
Please encourage your students to attend the Career Fair Wednesday, Sept. 30, from 4-7:00 p.m. in WSC Marshall Hall. Even first-year students can benefit from walking through and checking it out.
Spotlight on organizations that may be of particular interest to your students:
Federal Bureau of Investigation
The FBI is a law enforcement and domestic intelligence agency charged with protecting and defending the United States against terrorist and foreign intelligence threats. Full-time opportunities available with various positions for both the Special Agent applicants and Professional Support applicants that cover investigative, administrative, intelligence, communications, and language skills.
Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program
The Japanese Government invites young college graduates to live and work in Japan for a one-year cultural exchange program. Airfare, housing assistance and remuneration provided. Full-time, international opportunities available as Assistant Language (English) Teachers (ALTs). ALTs are primarily engaged in language instruction and carry out their duties under the guidance of Language Teachers' Consultants or Japanese Teachers of English.
Peace Corps is an independent agency of the federal government working to promote world peace and friendship by training interested people overseas and fostering cross-cultural exchange. Full-time, international opportunities available where Peace Corps Volunteers work in the fields of the environment, education, health, agriculture, business, at-risk youth, and community development.
World Vision is a Christian humanitarian organization dedicated to working with children and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice. Full-time, part-time, and summer opportunities available for the following: 1. Writer/Researcher Media Relations 2. Event Planning and Production, Experiential Engagement Team 3. Social Networking/Marketing. 4. Grant Researcher, International Programs Group 5. Carbon Footprint Analyst 6. Curriculum Development, Youth Empowerment Program 7. Writing Interns, Media Relations and Special Projects 8. Audit and Risk Management Intern 9. Accounting Intern, Finance Department 10. Database Programmer
For a complete listing of organizations that are attending, visit the Fall 2009 List of Career Fair Employers.
Friday, September 25, 2009
Dog earns online MBA: A cautionary tail
A good deal of online education is valuable, but it appears this is not one of them. Watch for yourself:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vwd7rSWcND0
Opportunities Redux: Internships, fellowships, jobs, and more
A recap of some of the coolest stuff posted of late on the blog. Check it out or fail to keep up with the cool kids.
- Resolve 2009 Conference on Hunger/Poverty
- Green Corps for recent graduates
- Scoville Fellowship for recent graduates
- Public Policy and International Affairs Summer Institutes
- Paid Internship in Olympia for Spring!
- Alum's got a paid internship in DC
- $20,000 to study abroad
- Koch Foundation Associate Program
- Davies-Jackson Scholarship for Graduate Study
- Critical Language Fellowships
- $150,000 in grants for undergrad and grad studies
- NSA Summer Program for Juniors
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Global Brigade to Latin America
Professor Share passed along to me the information that PG major Hally Roberts and several other students are planning to go to Latin America (possibly Honduras) this spring or summer to be part of a Global Brigade focused on medical work:
http://www.globalbrigades.org/
If you're interested in joining, contact Hally at hroberts@pugetsound.edu.
http://www.globalbrigades.org/
If you're interested in joining, contact Hally at hroberts@pugetsound.edu.
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