Freshman: IS Program Info Session for Class of '26 this Wednesday!
- Join Prof.Owens, Prof.Nakazato, and the peer advisors for an information session on the IS major and application process this Wednesday (Nov. 16th) from 6-7pm in Devlin 101. There will be a presentation, followed by Q&A with the opportunity to hear directly from students in the major.
Sophomores: Study Abroad Info Session Recording is Online; ISSA Rountable on Abroad
- The ISP hosted OGE Director Larry Pickener for a conversation about Study Abroad, in advance of the Jan 5 application deadline. Watch the video here. ISSA is hosting an abroad roundtable today at 6:30pm (Schiller 125A) with students who recently went abroad.
Class registration is underway!
- The IS Program web site has updated lists of approved Spring 2023 courses on the Courses page. You can also find a spreadsheet of approved Spring 2023 courses here.
- Any final course questions can be answered by reaching out to one of the peer advisors.
Senior Send-Off Dinner
- Members of '23 (Majors and Minors): Please fill out this google form to let us know if you would be interested in attending a formal dinner in the Spring.
Name the Newsletter
- Help us name the newsletter! Now that we've redesigned the newsletter, we want to revamp it with a new name. Fill out this google form to vote for your favorite option or suggest an original.
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"South Africa: Religion, Justice & Reconciliation" Info Session
- When: November 14, 12pm, November 30, 6pm
- Where: McGuinn 400 Session 2: Zoom
- Abroad Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Join Prof.Synder, with food provided, to learn more about this summer course. This course examines South African religious communities that have resisted racism and xenophobia and led national efforts at reconciliation in the decades after the apartheid era officially ended. Scholarly readings and lectures combine with numerous site visits to help students examine the concepts of religio-cultural identity that have energized many South Africans’ struggle for justice and peace.
"Studying an Innovative Economy: Start Ups In Israel" Info Session
- When: November 15, 5pm
- Where: Stokes N131
- Abroad Location: Tel Aviv
Join Prof.Chazen to learn more about how businesses get started, funded and grow by spending 1 month in one of the most innovative countries in the world. (Course Title: "Studying an Innovative Economy: Start Ups In Israel") Major innovations, such as Waze, cybersecurity to protect financial transactions (FinTech) and advances in healthcare have all originated in Israel. The course is very experiential, by meeting entrepreneurs, venture capital investors and visiting companies and tech parks and other places where innovation happens. Applications are open and reviewed on a rolling basis. Apply here.
"Environment Law and Policy in the US and Europe" Info Session 
- When: November 15, 5pm
- Where: Devlin 220
- Abroad Location: London
Join Prof.Fowley to learn more about the summer course, "Environment Law and Policy in the US and Europe". This course will cover environmental law and policy in the United States and Europe. Taught in London, it will compare the environmental laws and policies of the United States to those established by the European Union (EU), while also assessing the consequences of the United Kingdom (UK) leaving the European Union (Brexit).
"Contentious History and the Politics of Contemporary Korea" Info Session 
- When: November 17, 6pm
- Where: Stokes N141
- Abroad Location: Seoul
Join Prof.Hwang to learn more about this introductory immersion course that surveys the contentious intersection between history and politics in contemporary Korea. Students will explore the following questions: What were the critical historical experiences and issues that became part of the public discourse and catalyzed political contestations in local and international/global communities? Why did these issues become contentious and for whom? What actions and counteractions did they inspire?
List of Pre-Approved Summer Abroad Courses for IS majors and minors:
Art and Patronage in Renaissance and Baroque Rome and Beyond (Rome, Italy) (GC)
Borders and Refugees: The Ethics of Migration (Athens, Greece) (CC, ESJ)
Contentious History and the Politics of Contemporary Korea
Global Health Perspectives (Quito, Ecuador) (ESJ, PEDS-DS)
History of the Italian Mediterranean: Una Faccia, Una Razza (Venice, Italy) (GC)
Saints and Sinners (Rome, Italy) (GC)
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Sudan: Can We Separate Religion and Human Rights?
Influx of Russian Migrants in Kazakhstan
What is Happening in Iran?
India: Religious Perspective on Mental health
- Date: November 17th @9:30PM
In-Person: What Does it Mean to be a Global Citizen?
- Date: November 15th @ 7PM
In-Person: Religion and Politics
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Thalia Chaves listened to remarks from John Kerry, met up with BC ISP Alum Catherine Goldberg (Office of Global Change State Department), met with the delegation of Ireland, and snapped a selfie with Senator Markey! Check out the COP27 highlight in our instagram bio (@bc_isp) for more updates.
To stay updated, check out the COP27 website here, follow #BC_UNCOP, and register for briefings from BC delegates here. (2pm Nov 8, 10, 15, and 17 in Schiller 501)
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ISSA Study Abroad Roundtable 
- When: November 14, 6:30-7:30pm
- Where: Schiller 125A
Join the International Studies Student Association to hear from upper classmen about their abroad experience. Come hear about potential abroad options from students who just went!
Paddies in Space 
- When: November 16, 4:30pm
- Where: Burns Library
The Boston College Irish Studies Program is delighted to invite you to the inaugural lecture of Professor Guy Beiner, Sullivan Chair in Irish Studies.
IS Major Info Session for Class of '26
- When: November 16, 6-7pm
- Where: Devlin 101
Join Prof.Owens and the Peer Advisors for an information session about the IS major and application process. There will be a presentation, followed by time for Q&A with students in the major.
Environmental Justice and Childhood Lead Poisoning Roundtable 
- When: November 16, 6:15 - 7:15pm
- Where: Stokes S133
Join Student Health Equity Forum and Dr.Alan Woolf for a roundtable discussion on the intersections of environmental justice and childhood lead poisoning. Dr.Woolf is the Director of the Pediatric Environmental Health Center at Boston Children's. Any questions can be directed to shef.bostoncollege@gmail.com.
BC Charity:Water Speaker Event
- When: November 16, 7:15 - 8:15pm
- Where: Higgins 310
Join BC Charity:Water to hear from Anthony Marinos, the director of business development and partnerships at Charity:Water.
Book Launch for Prof.Kadivar: Book Talk and Reception 
- When: December 7, 5:30pm
- Where: Schiller/245 Beacon St 107
Join the Sociology and IS departments to celebrate the launch of Prof.Kadivar's new book, Popular Politics and the Path to Durable Democracy (Princeton 2022). The book examines the conditions leading to the success or failure of democratization, shedding vital new light on how prodemocracy mobilization affects the fate of new democracies. The event will feature a conversation with Prof.Kadivar about his book and will be followed by a reception with food & drink. RSVP here.
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Beyond the IS Program
Jobs, Internships, and Fellowships
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Alumni Career Conversation: Law
- Endeavor Join us on zoom on November 30th from 11am to 12pm for an informal discussion about law school and careers in law. You will hear from International Studies alumni about their careers in law, the law school application process/test prep, and their best advice for current students. The conversation will also be open to questions from students. This panel will highlight alumni who work at Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP, Latham & Watkins LLP, and a current JD candidate at the NYU School of Law. Please RSVP here.
Endeavor 2023
- Endeavor is a free three-day career exploration program over winter break that will empower you to take control of your career journey. Through reflective exercises, conversations with alumni mentors, and career treks at organizations in the Greater Boston area, you will explore the fit of a few career options and leave knowing at least one career field you are interested in further exploring. They are offering $250 mini-scholarships to students with high financial need in order to offset the lost wages from days not working while attending the program. Register early to ensure your spot! Learn more here.
Forest Foundation Spring Social Service Jobs
- Apply today to be considered for a ten-week, paid, spring service job for undergraduates at Greater Boston nonprofits. Students passionate about mission-driven nonprofit work can apply for funding and assistance in finding an internship at a local nonprofit. Application opens 11/15/22; deadline 12/31/22. Find more information here.
Eagle Intern Fellowship
- Fund your unpaid school year internship with the Eagle Intern Fellowship! This is a competitive funding opportunity designed for students with demonstrated financial need. Please be advised the school year has a final deadline of January 31st at 11:59 pm or while funds last! If you would like to fill out an interest form, please click here, and for more general information, please click here.
Massachusetts House of Representatives Internship Opportunity
- Representative Michael Day is looking to take on several college interns. Legislative interns will have an opportunity to work on a variety of policy areas such as environmental protection, housing, prison reform, gun safety, and reproductive rights. Representative Day would be happy to support class credit for the internship if that is an available option. (1 credit internship available to IS majors) The timeline and number of hours per week are flexible and can be worked out based on the intern's availability. The office is looking to have a Legislative Intern for at least 10 hours per week, and would ideally like them to begin at the end of November 2022 and have them throughout the 2023 Spring semester. Anyone interested in applying should email Talia.Quinn@mahouse with a resume, cover letter, and writing sample.
Don't Forget these core resources for career and internship opportunities:
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IS majors and minors gathered at Connolly House for the Fall Social. Stay tuned for details on our holiday social! Credit: Mairi Schoelfield '23
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Submit your postcard (abroad or on-campus) or student voice (reflections) here! See past examples here.
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Peer Advising Walk-In Hours
The Peer Advisors will be available for walk-in advising in the IS office (Connolly House, Room 202) during the following times:
Monday: 9am - 12pm, 4-5pm
Tuesday: 9 - 10am, 1-5pm
Wednesday: 9 - 11:30am, 3:00 - 4:30pm
Thursday: 1:30 - 3:30pm
Friday: 9am - 12pm
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