Political Science Weekly Newsletter

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Important Dates:
Monday, March 7 - Classes resume at 8:00 AM; Course Guide goes live!
Monday, March 21 - Drop/Add deadline for second half 7-week courses and Backpacking opens for Spring, Summer, and Fall 2022
Thursday, March 31 - First day of undergraduate registration

MPSA Conference Funding

Deadline: Friday, March 11, 2022

Midwest Political Science Association Conference Funding Application

The Midwest Political Science Association (MPSA) was founded in 1939 and is dedicated to the advancement of scholarship in all areas of political science.

The purposes of the MPSA are to promote the professional study and teaching of political science, to facilitate communications between those engaged in such study, and to develop standards for and encourage research in theoretical and practical political problems.

The Department of Political Science offers to fund some of our majors and minors to attend MPSA as student presenters if their paper was accepted or to go as an attendee of the conference. This is a great opportunity that affords our students a first-hand look at research and presentations in the field. This year's conference is scheduled to take place on April 7-10.

Award Criteria: All Political Science majors and minors are welcome to apply for this award.

Award Amount: The department will cover the cost of conference registration, lodging and travel to/from Chicago, up to $500.

William Jennings Bryan Prize
Deadline: Friday, March 18, 2022

William Jennings Bryan Prize Application

The William Jennings Bryan Prize is funded out of a speaker’s fee given to the University by William Jennings Bryan in 1896. Bryan himself had received a prize in college which had spurred him on to further endeavors. The prize has been given consistently since 1936. The Department gives this award to the graduating student (or students) who show the most promise each year.

Award Criteria: In deciding the winner of the prize, the Undergraduate Affairs Committee considers grade point average and pattern of course work, honors thesis (if relevant), future plans, and leadership activities at Michigan.

Award Amount: $500 for the Bryan Prize; $1000 for the Leadership Prize

Number Awarded: There are a total of four winners (three from the application pool and one leadership winner.)

You will also need a letter of recommendation for this award. Please have your recommender email polsci-advisor@umich.edu, with your letter of recommendation.

Kleinman Political Science Student Essay Award
Deadline: Friday, March 18, 2022

Kleinman Student Essay Application

The Department of Political Science has begun collecting applications for the Kleinman Political Science Student Essay Award. This is awarded to the student that submits the best essay on how the study of political science has shaped their goals. Essays could cover topics such as putting your coursework to action, knowledge gained outside of the classroom, or balancing intellectual curiosity, civic engagement, and job satisfaction. Submissions should be no longer than five pages in length. The award is generously funded by a gift from Sidney Kleinman.

Some potential prompts could include:

Knowledge gained outside of the classroom: Participating in internships, holding jobs, and being involved in organizations can be some of the most rewarding experiences during your time in college. Has there been a particular encounter or lesson you have learned a great deal from that did not take place in the classroom?
Putting your coursework to action: In your coursework, you look at politics from academic perspectives. You may also follow or find yourself participating in politics in your everyday life. How have you experienced those different perspectives?
Balancing intellectual curiosity, civic engagement, and job satisfaction: The purpose of a liberal arts education is to provide students with a skill set that can be applied to a range of professional fields. We know from research and alumni surveys that students are often surprised by how their liberal arts education has helped them land successful careers, while not sacrificing their passions to learn and do more. Have you thought about the intersection of intellectual curiosity, civic engagement, and job satisfaction? What does that look like to you?

Award Criteria: All Political Science majors and minors are welcome to apply for this award.

Award Amount: $1000 (Please note: If more than one student is selected, the amount will be distributed amongst the recipients.)

Number Awarded: 1-2

Interested in getting involved? Check out these undergraduate Political Science student orgs!

Michigan Journal of Political Science
Michigan Mock Trial
Pi Sigma Alpha (Political Science Honors Society)
Undergraduate Political Science Association

Field Fellowship Opportunity with Congresswoman Debbie Dingell
Deadline: Rolling

Congresswoman Debbie Dingell's campaign is currently hiring for a part time Field Fellow at 25 hours a week with $1,500 monthly pay. This fellow will predominantly assist with the petition gathering process and volunteer management, among other skills and tasks.

For more details please visit: https://careercenter.gainpower.org/job/field-fellow/61315868/?fbclid=IwAR3AucJaRRbOMKcPTj9Qm4Qc4IOZCg2mBV_1_qMe4XszaxWBW2oDXcqpmuw. Please direct any questions to Leaha Skylar-Dotson at leaha@debbiedingellforcongress.com.

Kevin Rinke for Governor Internship
Deadline: Rolling

Kevin Rinke’s campaign for Governor is seeking highly motivated students to join the Internship Program this Winter and Spring. This Internship provides an opportunity to be a part of one of the most competitive elections in Michigan’s history. The ideal candidate for this fast-paced internship position with Rinke for Governor must be hard working, punctual, have outstanding verbal communication skills, be able to juggle competing priorities in a dynamic and demanding environment. Interns will be exposed to how Michigan political grassroots organizations operate, bolster their resume, and expand upon their list of solid professional political references. This internship is based in Lansing, but available to be remote for students not in the Lansing area.

Objective: The Rinke for Governor Internship Program provides direct personal experience in a political campaign and exposes students to the Michigan political realm in an immersive manner. Academically, Interns put classroom-based knowledge of political science theories and methods into practice alongside battle tested GOP operatives. Specifically, the Rinke Internship Program teaches Interns the expertise needed to become a political organizer in the field by mastering cutting-edge campaign technology, developing leadership skills, and building a network. The Internship offers an unparalleled setting to make a positive impact on an individual’s current and upcoming chapter in life, family, community, career, and the American political system.

Interns will be exposed to:

Community organizing and relationship building
Targeted voter contact
Innerworkings of a competitive statewide political campaign
Communicate the issues that animate the 2022 Michigan Governor’s race
Networking on large statewide scale

Credit Hours: Fellows may be eligible for an amount of hours of credit determined by their higher education institution, if signed up through the appropriate professor.

*Interns who successfully complete the program will be provided a letter of recommendation from a senior member of the campaign.

Hans Reimer for County Executive Internships

Hans Riemer for County Executive is hiring interns for the Spring! You can read more and apply here. Prospective applicants will be placed in one of six departments: Social Media & Communications, Graphics, Organizing, Research & Policy, Finance & Political, or Direct Voter Contact. Previous experience is not required for most departments and it's an incredibly exciting opportunity for folks to learn the ropes of a campaign while still being in school.

Felicia Brabec for State Representative Internship Opportunity
Deadline: Rolling

State Rep. Felicia Brabec is running for re-election in Michigan’s new 33rd House District! Join a team of committed individuals to make sure Felicia can continue fighting hard for the issues that matter most in Lansing. No previous campaign experience is necessary.

This field internship will focus primarily on knocking doors and volunteer recruitment with the potential for special projects along the way. We will be knocking new communities that Felicia hasn’t represented before, and will be traveling to districts throughout the state to help flip the State House.

Interns are expected to commit 10 hours a week or less to the internship, and we are very flexible with your schedule. Limited remote work is possible, however, the ability to travel to Washtenaw County and knock doors is strongly preferred (carpools can be arranged). Feel free to email jose@feliciabrabec.com with any questions, or apply with this link: https://forms.gle/dQWJagmTfyNYE6QA8.

Devon Review Paid Part-Time Opportunity
Deadline: Rolling

We are looking for a Social Media Ambassador to help facilitate our online presence. The Social Media Ambassador will be our online representative on Instagram and TikTok. The paid position is remote and on your own schedule. We are looking for a Political Science major to help us with related content.

Responsibilities include:

Facilitate our social media presence through posts, shares, favorites, likes, and comments on a regular basis.
Serve as a digital point of contact by answering basic questions.
Maintain and keep up-to-date information through social media and the wider community.
Collaborate to create campaigns and online branding strategies to maintain high levels of social media engagement with contests, hashtag generation, and student-friendly content creation.

Please email a resume to james@devonreview.com if you would be interested working 1-2 hrs. per week.

This position has competitive pay. Come join our great staff from Michigan!

U.S. Senator Gary Peters Summer Internships
Deadline: Wednesday, March 16, 2022

State Offices Summer Internship Program
We are currently accepting applications for our Summer 2022 internship program in the state offices. Interns in the state offices will be responsible for drafting constituent correspondence, answering phones, performing data entry and general office duties.

Interns can apply to the following State Office Locations:

Detroit
Grand Rapids
Lansing
Marquette
Rochester
Traverse City

Applicants will select which office(s) they are interested in working at during the application process.

The office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We value diversity, equity and inclusion, and candidates who have relevant lived experienced and/or are directly impacted are encouraged to apply.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and three references through the Senate’s Online Application Manager (OAM). The application deadline is March 16, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. ET.
Apply Here

Washington, D.C. Office
Summer Legislative Internship: We are currently accepting applications for our Summer 2022 paid internship program in the Washington D.C. office.

Legislative interns in the Washington, D.C. office will attend briefings and hearings, draft constituent correspondence and conduct tours of the U.S. Capitol building. Interns will also perform data entry and general office duties. The office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We value diversity, equity and inclusion, and candidates who have relevant lived experienced and/or are directly impacted are encouraged to apply.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and three references through the Senate’s Online Application Manager (OAM). The application deadline is March 16, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. ET.
Apply Here

Summer Press Internship: We are currently seeking a paid, full-time press intern for the summer who can assist a fast-paced communications team. Responsibilities include media monitoring and research, writing media advisories and press releases, drafting social media and general communications office support. The ideal candidate possesses strong writing skills, works well under deadline and thrives juggling multiple assignments. Michigan ties are preferred though not required. The preferred start date is early- to mid-May. The office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

We value diversity, equity and inclusion, and candidates who have relevant lived experienced and/or are directly impacted are encouraged to apply.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and three references through the Senate’s Online Application Manager (OAM).The application deadline is March 16, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. ET.
Apply Here

[NEW!] Yale Pre-Doc/Post-Bac Program for Students Interested in Pursuing PhD
Deadline: Rolling

Yale's Center for the Study of American Politics is rolling out a new program this year! Modeled after the Tobin Center predoctoral fellows in economics, the CSAP Pre-Doctoral Fellows Program brings students with a BA/BS to campus to work as full time research assistants in quantitative political science and build skills as they prepare to apply to PhD programs in political science.

This year four faculty have posted positions. Information about the program, available positions, and the application process is here: https://csap.yale.edu/research-fellowships/pre-doctoral-fellows-program

Dartmouth Undergraduate Journal of Politics, Economics, and World Affairs Call for Submissions
Deadline: Friday, March 4, 2022

The Dartmouth Undergraduate Journal of Politics, Economics and World Affairs is an interdisciplinary, peer-reviewed publication from Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire. DUJPEW publishes integrative scholarship relating to politics, economics and international relations by current undergraduate students, and we are now seeking submissions for our 2022 issue. DUJPEW’s past issues can be viewed here. Our journal has been downloaded across six continents by educational, commercial, governmental, and military institutions alike. Scholarship in DUJPEW is seen by high-ranking scholars, public servants and professionals, instantly improving the reputation of our contributors’ work and providing them with further credibility in fields they may choose to pursue down the line.

DUJPEW looks to publish articles between 4,500 and 15,000 words, excluding citations and appendices, submitted by currently enrolled undergraduates at institutions around the world. Our editorial board, comprised entirely of Dartmouth students and overseen by Dartmouth faculty, carefully examines all submissions relating to politics, economics and international relations in an effort to publish the most forward-thinking and relevant scholarship possible.

For those interested in publishing with DUJPEW, the submission deadline for our 2022 issue is Friday, March 4th, 2022 at midnight (EST). For more information regarding our submission process and guidelines, as well as any other inquiries, please visit our website.

Submission Guidelines

Submissions should be between 4,500 and 15,000 words in length
Submissions should be emailed to Dartmouth.Undergraduate.Journal.PEW@dartmouth.edu
In addition, authors must fill out this Google form: https://forms.gle/d551795rmY7GSVxM6
Submissions should be attached to the email in the form of a Word or PDF attachment with the document titled: "LastnameFirstname_DUJPEW"
The subject line of the email should contain the author’s full name and the title of the submission (Example: "Firstname Lastname -- Title of the Submission")
Papers must be submitted by Friday, March 4th, 2022 at midnight EST
If you have any questions, please reach out to the editorial board at Dartmouth.Undergraduate.Journal.PEW@dartmouth.edu

[NEW!] LSA Opportunity Hub Events and Resources

Along with coach-led workshops and networking events with alums and employers, the Hub hosts a handful of signature events each year:

March 8 - The Hub Presents: “So, you want to go to grad school?” This virtual roundtable will center the voices and experiences of Black graduate students and alums in political science, education, public affairs, and social work who recently completed or are currently completing their post-graduate degrees at predominantly white institutions. RSVP link is here. LSA students can join this candid and informative conversation with Black alums to explore not only what graduate school is and how to make yourself a strong candidate, but to also equip students with the knowledge and tools to determine for yourself if graduate education is your next best step.
March 9 - The 2022 LSA Grad School Fair: On Wednesday, March 9, the Hub is hosting one of the college’s largest events where LSA students can explore the possibility of graduate school. At this one-stop destination, your students can learn everything they need to know about nationwide graduate school programs, including top ranked programs at our very own U-M. The best part of this LSA-exclusive event? We bring together graduate program representatives from across the country so students can get one-on-one access. RSVP link is here.

With job, internship and grad school application season upon us, here are some important updates and opportunities:

A small selection of new summer internship opportunities have been posted on the LSA Opportunity Network, both in-person and virtual. As part of the Hub’s Internship Program, students get personalized support from a member of our employer engagement team before, during, and after the internship experience.
Changes to Internship Funding
- Eligibility requirements for the LSA Internship Scholarship have changed. To be eligible for the LSA Internship Scholarship, a student must be enrolled academically during the term of their internship, including Spring/Summer terms. More information to come on next steps.
Career Learning: Here are some relevant resources and tools for students thinking about internship and grad school applications.
- A student’s guide to virtual internships (go to web resource)
- Communicate the value of your experience (go to canvas course)
- Prepare your application (go to canvas course)
Courses: Students should register for the Hub’s ALA 325: Putting Your Education to Work by March 10, the first day of class. This mini-course is designed for third- and fourth-years preparing to meet their goals beyond graduation. Coursework includes producing application materials, including an academic statement of purpose, résumés, cover letters, and portfolios. Students can register through Wolverine Access; third-years should contact ksilbert@umich.edu for an override.

A reminder that students can also access other ‘always-on’ services like:

Coaching, for one-on-one with a Hub coach through. More info.
LSA Connect, to chat with alums online and get career advice. More info.
LSA Opportunity Network, to apply for internships and register for events. More info.

[NEW!] Careers after Korean Studies Alumni Event
Friday, March 11, 2022
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 10th Floor Weiser Hall
Register here!

Interested in where a degree in Korean Studies may take you? Connect with U-M Korean Studies alumni from the past decade to hear their stories and advice for current students.

This event is free and open to the public.

9-9:45AM // Connecting with Alumni Abroad*
Lyndsey Twining: PhD Candidate in Cultural Informatics at the Academy of Korean Studies
Sae Yeon Yoo: Director at Global ELITE Sports School
*presenters will be virtual

10-11AM // Exploring the Arts
Danielle Kim: Post-Production Assistant at Legendary Television & Amazon Studios
Tommy Kim: Singer-Songwriter/Graduate Student
Rachel Epperly: Masters Student at California Institute of the Arts

11:15AM-12PM // Thinking Business & Finance
MJ (Minjoo) Kim: Portfolio Management Associate, Fortress Investment Group
Cynthia Yoon: US Head of SMB Financing, Amazon

12-1PM // FREE Headshots & Networking Hour

1-2PM // Building Bridges Globally
Hunter Frederick Zhao: Foreign Service Officer, U.S. Department of State
Sara Stearns: Associate, Morrison & Foerster, LLP

2:15-3PM // Emerging Media & Communication
Gracie Cackowski: Graphic Designer
Kendall Dumas: Content Creator
Jamie V. Forgacs: Communications Specialist, University of Michigan

Download the full schedule as a pdf: https://myumi.ch/M9p96

If there is anything we can do to make this event accessible to you, please contact us at ncks.info@umich.edu. Please be aware that advance notice is necessary as some accommodations may require more time for the university to arrange.

Undergraduate Research Symposium Call for Abstracts
Deadline: Friday, March 11, 2022

Our mission is to create an opportunity for students of all disciplines to gain experience communicating their research and exposure to other research on campus!

Who:

To attend: open to everyone!
To present: open to all undergraduates in any of the 3 campuses who are/have been involved in research at any stage (on or off campus)

What: An opportunity for undergraduate researchers to…

Showcase their ongoing or completed work to peers and faculty members through poster presentations
Attend workshops for preparing posters 3/12, 3/15 (sign-up form)
Win travel awards that support costs associated with attending research conferences.

When: Friday, April 8th, 2022
Where: Chemistry Building Atrium, 930 N University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI

In order to officially register to present a poster of your research at the symposium, please fill out this Google Form with your abstract (250 word max) by March 11th.

Also, to continue to receive reminders and updates related to the symposium please click this link, followed by "Join Group". This will add you to our mailing list.

Please don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions at URS-Committee@umich.edu and visit our website at http://umich.edu/~ursymposium/.

2022 Duke-UNC China Leadership Summit
Deadline: Sunday, March 13, 2022 (regular)

Are you passionate about global affairs and interested in engaging with dedicated individuals from around the country and the world? Apply to be a delegate at the 2022 Duke-UNC China Leadership Summit (CLS) on March 25-27, 2022! Co-hosted by Duke University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, CLS is the South’s premier student academic conference on US-China relations, bringing together 100 of the most promising students and young professionals from across China and the U.S. who are interested in deepening their understanding of China and creating a more productive relationship between the U.S. and China.

We welcome all past delegates and newcomers to register to attend the 12th Annual Duke-UNC China Leadership Summit. This year we take a hybrid format and students can choose to either attend the event completely online or join us in-person at Durham, North Carolina!

In an age when the US and China often have competing interests, we hope to discuss whether international cooperation and agreements are possible under the theme of: A New World Order? The Sino-U.S. Battle for Global Leadership. Sign up now to join us over the weekend of March 25-27!

All majors are welcome, but students interested in international relations are especially encouraged to apply! To apply, simply register at the GOOGLE FORM link below or visit our website at www.dukeunccls.com. The priority deadline is February 20 at 11:59PM ET and the regular deadline is March 13 at 11:59PM ET. Successful applicants will receive more detailed information about the event venue and speakers.

https://forms.gle/QUfSrcBQs97DtF1j6

Please direct any questions to dukeunccls@gmail.com.

[NEW!] Journal of Sino-American Affairs Call for Submissions
Deadline: Monday, March 14, 2022

Write for the Journal of Sino-American Affairs' (JOSA) Spring 2022 Issue! JOSA is a student-led, student-run publication that provides a forum for young leaders to discuss and publish on political, economic, and cultural topics relevant to U.S.-China relations. We are particularly excited to share your relevant academic papers and essays with your peers and the public. See here for our most recent past issue.

We also understand "China" as a very broad term and will certainly welcome submissions that focus on Taiwan and other parts of the Sinosphere.

Please review our submission guidelines before submitting an article and use this link to submit. Our submission deadline is Monday, 14 March 2022 at 11:59 PM PST. We hope to hear from you soon. If you have any questions, please contact the Journal of Sino-American Affairs at <uschinajournal@gmail.com>

[NEW!] International Studies Alumni Career Panel
Monday, March 14, 2022
5:00 - 6:30 PM ET

The Program in International and Comparative Studies (PICS) will host its sixth annual International Studies Virtual Alumni Career Panel on Monday, March 14, 2022 from 5-6:30pm ET.

Please note: This session will be held virtually ET through Zoom. This webinar is free and open to students, but registration is required. Once you've registered, the joining information will be sent to your email.

Register at: myumi.ch/QewZq

This alumni panel will showcase and celebrate the university’s rich history of contributions made by International Studies alumni, while providing valuable insight for current students as they start to develop their own career paths. The panel will include a student Q&A portion.

PICS is home to the International Studies major and minor. Established in 2009, International Studies is one of the largest majors in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, with over 2000 accomplished alumni worldwide. International Studies graduates pursue numerous career paths, many going on to work with corporations, non-profits, or government agencies, as well as progressing directly on to graduate school.

Learn where an International Studies major can take you! Read the full bios of the alumni on the PICS website!

Panelists:

Louis Albertini, Head of Global Content, Firstbase
San Francisco
BA International Studies (International Security, Norms and Cooperation); BA Russian and East European Studies, University of Michigan, ‘13

Brandon Bond, MPH/MSW Candidate, University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI
BA International Studies (Global Environment and Health); BA Biopsychology, Cognition, Neuroscience; Minor, Community Action Social Change ‘20

Chinemelu Okafor, Doctoral Student, Government, Harvard University
Cambridge, MA
MS Applied Economics, The George Washington University, ‘18
BA International Studies (Political Economy and Development); BA Economics, University of Michigan, ‘15

Alex Pejas, Brand Specialist for Amazon UK
London
BA, International Studies (Political Economy and Development); BA Economics, University of Michigan, ‘20

Shefali Sood, MD Candidate, NYU Grossman School of Medicine
New York, NY
MPA, NYU Wagner School of Public Service, ‘22
BA International Studies (Global Environment and Health); BA Spanish, University of Michigan, ‘17

Moderator:
Danielle Schmidt, Program Coordinator, Program in International and Comparative Studies, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
MFS (Master of French Studies), University of Wisconsin-Madison, '18
BA French and Francophone Studies; BA English Language and Literature, University of Michigan, '14

This event is co-sponsored by: Global Scholars Program, LSA Opportunity Hub, School of Public Health, Weiser Center for Europe and Eurasia, Center for Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies, Department of Economics, Department of Psychology, and Department of Romance Languages and Literatures.

[NEW!] Michigan Institute for Data Science Women + Data Science Professional Career Panel
Tuesday, March 15, 2022
5:30 - 7:00 PM EST via Zoom
Register here!

The Michigan Institute for Data Science (MIDAS) Student Leadership Board is hosting a Women + Data Science Professional Career Panel on March 15th, 2022 from 5:30 - 7 PM EST over Zoom. Our panel will consist of Marina Ashiotou, Elle O'Brien, Shubhi Rao, and Jenna Wiens.

This event will provide a space for current data scientists to share their experiences and answer questions. Additionally, it will be a great way for students and faculty to connect and learn more about careers and research in data science. The event will consist of a short presentation from each distinguished data scientist and Q & A.

Please see the attached registration form and flyer for more information. If you have any questions about the event or registration, please contact Katherine Nicholson at knich@umich.edu.

Sanger Leadership Center Crisis Challenge
Thursday, March 17, 2022 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Friday, March 18, 2022 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Leadership Crisis Challenge
Open to all U-M undergraduate students at no cost, meals provided

2022 Challenge
Thursday, March 17, approx. 5-10 PM
Michigan Ross
and
Friday, March 18, approx. 8-5 PM*
Jack Roth Stadium Club at Michigan Stadium

TIME COMMITMENT
Approximately 10 hours over 2 days

*Students do not need to be present the entire day on Friday. Their team will be assigned a 50-minute window in the morning or early afternoon. The final round of competition typically begins around 3 PM and ends by 5 PM.

Key Leadership Skills & Benefits:

Develop executive presence: present in front of C-level executives and members of the media
Work with diverse individuals: work with individuals from across schools and majors
Navigate ambiguity and uncertainty: deal with an ever-changing simulated crisis situation
Scholarship prize: Winning team will be awarded a $3,000 scholarship for presenting the best strategy and two runners-up will win $1,000

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