Kennedy Center Advisement

Weekly Bulletin

NEW European Union and Scottish Parliament Information Session

Tuesday, 23 September, 4:00 p.m., 238 HRCB
Thursday, 25 September, noon, 238 HRCB

Learn more about internship opportunities in the European Union and Scottish Parliament.

NEW International Cinema

Valentin (Spanish), Tuesday, 23 September, 5:00 p.m. lecture, 5:30 p.m. screening; Wednesday, 24 September, 8:00 p.m.; Friday, 26 September, 9:30 p.m.; Saturday, 27 September, 3:30 p.m., see flyer

The Missing Picture (French, English), Tuesday, 23 September, 7:30 p.m.; Friday, 26 September, 5:00 p.m.; Saturday, 27 September, 11:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., see flyer

Gallipoli (English), Wednesday, 24 September, 5:30 p.m.; Friday, 26 September, 7:00 p.m.; Saturday, 27 September, 1:00 and 7:30 p.m., see flyer

CFR Academic Conference Call

Wednesday, 24 September, 10:00 a.m., 257 HRCB

"The Impact of Technology on International Security and Geopolitics,” Jared Cohen, adjunct senior fellow; background reading: “The Future of Internet Freedom,” “Web Censorship: The Net is Closing In,” “The Dark Side of the Digital Revolution,” see full schedule

Graduate School Fair

Wednesday, 24 September, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., WSC Ballroom

Attend this year’s graduate school fair to explore the many programs offered by the top graduate schools in the nation.

ORCA Grantwriting Workshops

Wednesday, 24 September and Thursday, 25 September, 11:00 a.m. or 3:00 p.m., Varsity Theatre

Learn how you can receive this valuable resource. See flyer for details.

Kennedy Center Lecture

Wednesday, 24 September, noon, 238 HRCB

“Lying About History,” Mills Kelly, professor of history, George Mason University, see flyer

Kennedy Center Lecture

Thursday, 25 September, 2:00 p.m., 238 HRCB

“Congress, the CIA, the NSA, and the Broader Intelligence Community,” Michael Bahar, general counsel, Minority Staff of the House Select Committee on Intelligence, see flyer

Political Affairs Lecture

Thursday, 25 September, 4:00 p.m., 238 HRCB

“Career Reflections: Public Policy and Health Care,” Jordana Choucair, senior director, communications, Leavitt Partners, see flyer

Wheatley Institution Lecture

Thursday, 25 September, 7:30 p.m., Hinckley Alumni and Visitors Center

“Current Issues in U.S. National Security and Diplomacy,” John Negroponte, former U.S. Deputy Secretary of State, see flyer

Intern through Washington Seminar

Application deadline: Thursday, 25 September

Washington Seminar provides students of all majors with the opportunity to intern at one of various Washington, D.C., organizations, including the U.S. Agency for International Development, National Defense University, foreign embassies, and more. See flyer for more information.

Apply Now for the ORCA Mentored-Research Grant

Workshops: 24 and 25 September, 11:00 a.m. or 3:00 p.m., Varsity Theatre, WSC
Application deadline:  Thursday, 30 October

Receive $1,500 to help pay for tuition, travel, or study abroad costs by applying for an ORCA Mentored-Research Grant. Research what you want under the mentorship of full-time faculty and enhance your résumé with research and project-management experience, conference presentations, and academic publications. Attend one of ORCA’s free grant-writing workshops to improve your project application and receive funding! For more information, visit the web site.

Intern with the State Department Summer 2015

Application deadline: Friday, 17 October

Participate in a ten-week, unpaid internship to gain intensive educational and professional experience within the environment of America’s principle foreign affairs agency. Visit http://careers.state.gov/intern/which-program-is-right-for-you for more information about the Summer 2015 Student Internship Program.

Intern with the Church Public Affairs Office in New York

Application deadline:  Friday, 31 October

The New York Office of Public and International Affairs for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is seeking interns to work during winter 2015. The office focuses on developing positive relationships with key individuals who are in a position to help or hinder the Church’s mission. Interns will assist in planning, executing, and following up events held to strengthen relationships with ambassadors to the United Nations, consuls general, and other diplomats. E-mail a cover letter and resume to Mr. Ryan Koch at ryan.koch@ldschurch.org to apply and see flyer.

Japanese Language Internship with Rakuten MediaForge

Advertising company Rakuten MediaForge provides several opportunities for internships and full-time positions for students fluent in Japanese. Work with colleagues training from Japan, and gain simultaneous language and workplace experience. Located in Midvale. See http://mediaforge.com/careers for more information, or contact Summer Butler at summer.butler@mediaforge.com to apply.

Peer Mentors

Do you want advice from fellow students regarding how to make the most of your time at BYU? The Kennedy Center has peer mentors who will share their experiences with majors, minors, internship opportunities, clubs, study abroad experiences, and scholarships. To set  up an appointment with a peer mentor, e-mail kcpeermentors@gmail.com.

Call for Papers: Journal of Educational Policies and Current Practices

Submission deadline: Tuesday, 30 September

The Journal of Educational Policies and Current Practices is calling for papers to be published in Vol. 1 Issue 2. Individuals are encouraged to submit papers regarding various subjects including educational policies and approaches, literacy policies, the role of ideologies in educational language policies, and more. For more information, visit the web site.

Call for Papers: Journal of Social Media Studies

Submission deadline: Sunday, 5 October

The Journal of Social Media Studies is calling for papers regarding various subjects including social communication, audience and reception studies, virtual reality, and social media and art censorship. For more information, visit the web site.

NEW International Society Student Association (ISSA) Opening Social

Wednesday, 1 October, 6:30 p.m., 238 HRCB

Want to be a part of the student chapter of the LDS International Society? Come to the opening social and learn more about how you can become involved.

Foreign Service Student Organization (FSSO) Opening Social

Thursday, 2 October, 6:30 p.m., 238 HRCB

Are you interested in government careers that will send you international? Join us for the Foreign Service Student Organization's (FSSO) opening social to learn about the Foreign Service, embassy jobs, the U.S. State Department, how to become a diplomat or ambassador, and other intentional careers with our government! Of course, there will be plenty of food provided.

NEW Kennedy Center Spotlight: Students for International Development

Students for International Development (SID) is a club for students interested in learning more about poverty alleviation efforts locally and globally. We see injustice and inequality in the world and want to be a part of the solution. Weekly activities include guest speakers, panel discussions, film viewings, advocacy campaigns, projects with local organizations, and community service. Students from all majors are welcome to join. SID meetings are held every Thursday at 7:30 p.m. in 238 HRCB. E-mail byu.sid@gmail.com for more information.

NEW Kennedy Center Lecture

Wednesday, 1 October, noon, 238 HRCB

“Not (only) for Children? A Modern View of Hans Christian Andersen’s Fairy Tales,” Tom Lundskær-Nielsen, senior lecturer, University College of London, see flyer

NEW Political Affairs Lecture

Thursday, 2 October, 4:00 p.m., 238 HRCB

“Career Reflections: State Government,” Kristen Cox, executive director, Office of Management and Budget, State of Utah, see flyer

NEW Kennedy Center Lecture

Wednesday, 8 October, noon, 238 HRCB

"Paper Boy to Pulitzer: A Newsman’s Journey," John Hughes, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, see flyer

NEW CFR Academic Conference Calls

Thursday, 9 October, 10:00 a.m., 257 HRCB

"The U.S.–India Relationship," Alyssa Ayres, senior fellow for India, Pakistan, and South Asia; background reading: "Bringing India Inside the Asian Trade Tent," "U.S.–India Relations Timeline," "Alyssa Ayres, Asia Unbound Blog"; full schedule

NEW Kennedy Center Lecture

Thursday, 9 October, 11:00 a.m., 238 HRCB

"Thai–U.S. Relations," His Excellency Vijavat Isarabhakdi, Thai ambassador to the U.S., see flyer

NEW Political Affairs Lecture

Thursday, 9 October, 4:00 p.m., 238 HRCB

"Career Reflections: Communications," Neylan McBaine, brand strategist, Boncom, see flyer

Major Fair

Wednesday, 15 October, 9:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m., WSC Ballroom

Explore the many majors offered at BYU.

For questions or if you would like to schedule an appointment with an advisor please contact:

273 HRCB
(801) 422-3548
student_professional@byu.edu
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