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.
“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
Winter Light (Swedish), Tuesday, 30 September, 5:00 p.m. lecture, 5:30 p.m. screening; Wednesday, 1 October, 9:30 p.m.; Friday, 3 October, 5:00 p.m., see flyer
Lawrence of Arabia (English), Tuesday, 30 September, 7:30 p.m.; Wednesday, 1 October, 5:30 p.m.; Friday, 3 October, 7:00 p.m., see flyer
“The Crisis in Ukraine,” Celeste Beesley, assistant professor of political science; Tony Brown, associate professor of Russian; moderator: Wade Jacoby, Mary Lou Fulton Professor of Political Science and CSE director, see flyer
Are you wondering what you will be doing after graduation? BYU is hosting a career fair where many different companies will be on campus, advertising possible career opportunities, and doing on the spot interviews. Be sure to update your resume and have it reviewed by a Career Counselor in 2400 WSC. Visit the Career Fair web page for more information.
“Faith and Development: A Global Engagement,” Katherine Marshall, senior fellow, Berkley Center for Religion, Peace, and World Affairs, Georgetown University
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.
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.
Looking for an internship? Northwestern Mutual will be on campus during the Career Fair and they will also be holding several information sessions afterwards to discuss their top ten internships.
Internship Information Sessions:
Thursday, 2 October, 5:15 p.m., 220 TNRB
Friday, 3 October, 9:00 a.m., 447 Eccles Hosting Center
Friday, 3 October, 3:15 p.m., 447 Eccles Hosting Center
Monday, 6 October, 5:00 p.m., Northwestern Mutual- 5255 N. Edgewood Dr. Ste. 350, Provo, UT 84604
The State Department is now accepting applications for the Foreign Service Office Management Specialist (administrative assistant) position. All applicants must be U.S. citizens and must be twenty years old to apply and at least twenty-one years old at the time of appointment. Visit the web site for more information about the position and to begin the application process.
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.
The Y-Serve office is looking for foreign-language speakers to help digitize the hymns in as many languages as possible. The project is co-sponsored by the Church IT department, LDSTech, and will make the digitized hymns available on lds.org and in the Church apps. E-mail Samuel Bradshaw at samuel.h.bradshaw@gmail.com for more information.
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.
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.
Are you interested in working for the government and helping people who are interested in traveling abroad? The U.S. Department of the State is currently hiring passport specialists in New York, New Hampshire, and Vermont. See flyer for more information.
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.
Join us for the International Society Student Association ISSA Opening Social. We will be having food and playing International Jeopardy. Meet the ISSA officers and see what great events we have in store for you this semester.
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.
All Quiet on the Western Front (English, French, German), Tuesday, 7 October, 5:00 p.m. lecture, 5:30 screening; Friday, 10 October, 7:45 p.m.; Saturday, 11 October, 4:00 p.m., see flyer
Amal (Hindi, English), Tuesday, 7 October, 8:15 p.m.; Wednesday, 8 October, 5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 11 October, 11:00 a.m. and 6:45 p.m., see flyer
Henry V (English), Wednesday, 8 October, 7:45 p.m.; Friday, 10 October, 5:00 p.m.; Saturday, 11 October, 1:15 and 9:00 p.m., see flyer
“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
“Career Reflections: State Government,” Kristen Cox, executive director, Office of Management and Budget, State of Utah, see flyer
"Paper Boy to Pulitzer: A Newsman’s Journey," John Hughes, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, see flyer
"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
"Thailand and the U.S.: An Enduring Partnership," His Excellency Vijavat Isarabhakdi, Thai ambassador to the U.S., see flyer
"Career Reflections: Communications," Neylan McBaine, brand strategist, Boncom, see flyer
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