Book Launch Event for Prof.Kadivar
- Join the ISP to celebrate the launch of Prof.Kadivar's new book, Popular Politics and the Path to Durable Democracy (Princeton 2022), on December 7th at 5:30pm (Schiller 107). The event will feature a conversation about his book and will be followed by a reception with food and drink. RSVP here and find more details below.
Career Conversations
- Careers in Defense and Security
When: Today, 6-7pm
Where: Zoom
IS alumna Lauren Gray will discuss her career path from BC to the Fletcher School to her current work with the State Department and in the defense & security section of Guidehouse.
- Careers in Diplomacy and Trade
When: Thursday, Dec 8, 5:15pm
Where: Fulton 511
Join Tony Fernandes, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Trade and Negotiations in the U.S. State Department, to hear more about his extensive career in the Foreign Service.
Study Days in Connolly House: Monday (12/12) & Tuesday (12/13) 9am - 10pm
- Join us in Connolly House during final study days for a quiet, cozy space to study (with snacks)! If arriving after 7pm, email us (isp@bc.edu) to be let inside.
Political Violence Research Team Applications Open
- Prof.Krause is now accepting applications to his research team. The team consists of undergraduate and graduate students from Boston College and neighboring schools who build research skills and conduct research on the Middle East, U.S. foreign policy, and terrorism, insurgency, and political violence under my guidance. Team members develop and utilize research skills including researching and writing policy briefs, survey and content analysis, data coding, podcast and video creation, and editing books and articles in a dynamic, cooperative environment. If you would like to apply to join the team (5 hours/week), please email Professor Krause (krausepa@bc.edu) a copy of your CV, degree audit (need not be official), and ~2 paragraphs on why you think you would be a good fit for the team by December 12.
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Laura Bianchi
One Portal, Many Connections
"Although I wasn’t fully sure what to expect or how best to organize these conversations, I knew that I was excited to be working on a project that embodies the things that I most enjoy about being an IS major in a very creative and ‘engaging’ way. In my eyes, there is almost nothing more fulfilling than having a genuine, energized, and interesting conversation with someone where you both come away feeling like a connection has been forged, however small the bond is."
Read the rest of Laura's essay on her experience as a global engagement portal curator here.
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Submit your postcard (abroad or on-campus) or student voice (reflections) here! See past examples here.
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The Global Engagement Portal is an immersive video connection that joins two small rooms across the world to provide a sense of spatial continuity, allowing participants to engage with one another naturally, at real-life size, making eye contact. BC's portal is housed in a shipping container at the edge of O'Neil Plaza/top of Million Dollar stairs.
Drop-In Hours for the final week:
- Monday 12-1pm, 1-3pm: Mexico City
- Tuesday 12-2pm: Kigali
- Tuesday 2-4pm: Mexico City (folk music performance)
- Thursday 8-9am: Kigali
- Friday 11am-1pm: Barbados
Contact Laura Bianchi (bianchil@bc.edu) with any questions.
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ISP Design Competition Winner
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Congratulations to Ellie Badger '25 for her winning entry in this year's design competition! Her intriguing and creative design will be reproduced on stickers and other merchandise over the course of the year; proceeds will help to defray the cost of the Senior Send Off event in April. You can purchase a vinyl sticker now using this google form, just in time for the holidays.
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Her inspiration behind the design: “The logo represents how the world becomes one with those who study it. As we learn more about the world, we slowly gnaw at it until it is part of us. It can also be seen through the lens of human consumption and environmental degradation. I really made it as a way to represent the program that, while weighty and informative, can also be silly and fun.”
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Alumni Career Conversation: Defense and Security
- When: December 5, 6-7pm
- Where: Zoom
You will hear from Boston College alumna Lauren Gray during this informal discussion. At Boston College, Lauren majored in history and minored in international studies. She then earned a master's degree from the Fletcher School of Law & Diplomacy. Today, Lauren works for Guidehouse's defense and security segment, and she is currently working on a project for the State Department focusing on foreign assistance. Lauren will share about her career in defense and security and then open the conversation to questions from students. RSVP here.
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.
BC in Croatia Info Session
- When: December 7, 5:30pm
- Where: Zoom
Join OGE along with faculty, returning students, and administrators to learn more about the abroad program in Croatia. RSVP to receive the zoom link here.
Roundtable Event: Why aren't we talking about Ukraine anymore?
- When: December 7, 6pm
- Where: Higgins 265
Join McGillycuddy-Logue Fellows Jackie Coquillette, Hope Kelley, and Prof.Christensen for a discussion on the war in Ukraine followed by Q&A.
Deputy Assistant Secretary for Trade and Negotiations Talk
- When: December 8, 5:15pm
- Where: Fulton Hall, Room 511
Join Tony Fernandes, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Trade and Negotiations in the U.S. State Department for a speaker event. His position involves the responsibility to open new markets, resolve trade disputes, protect intellectual property rights, and promote agricultural innovation to benefit all Americans. Prior to that, he was Director of the Multilateral Trade Affairs Office in the Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs, Director for Regional Affairs in the Bureau of Legislative Affairs, and Counselor for Environment, Science, Technology and Health at the U.S. Embassy in Moscow until he was declared Persona non Grata by the Russian government. He has also served in the Foreign Service as an Economic Officer in Turkey, Nigeria, Canada and China. He will speak on his extensive career and offer advice to current students aiming to work in the foreign service.
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Beyond the IS Program
Jobs, Internships, and Fellowships
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API Next Virtual Internship Program
- This program, sponsored by the Asian Pacific Islander American Public Affairs Association, provides professional skills and experiences such as project management to help advance our future generation of leaders in government, industry, and community affairs. They're currently recruiting undergraduates interested in leadership development, civic engagement, and public relations for their winter internship program. The application deadline is January 5th @ 11:59pm. Find more information here and to apply, send your resume to Patrick Curzon (pcurzon@apapa.org) with title subject line: Intern Applicant - "Your Name".
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.
Don't Forget these core resources for career and internship opportunities:
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BC students gathered in the Global Engagement Portal to connect with residents of Johannesburg, South Africa. Credit: Zeyad Yousif '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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