The AJC Seattle Jewish Film Festival - the largest Jewish event in the
Pacific NW, the 5th largest of its kind in the US, attracting some 7500
attendees annually, and a mainstay of the Seattle arts and culture scene --
 is seeking two part-time interns to start this Fall in preparation for our
March 2010 festival. One internship is paid, the other volunteer or credit
based. One is general festival, the other social  media and communications.
Attached are descriptions.

 
SJFF 2010: March 13 - 21

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR TWO INTERNSHIPS
To apply: Send a brief letter of interest, a resume, and three work or volunteer related references by email to Pamela Lavitt, Director, lavittp@ajc.org or call 206-622.6315 x5 for more information. We are currently accepting applications. To learn more, please visit our websites at www.seattlejewishfilmfestival.org and www.ajcseattle.org.

Address: 
AJC Seattle Jewish Film Festival
1402 3rd Ave. Suite 405
Seattle, WA 98101


FESTIVAL INTERN – PAID; 20 HRS PER WEEK
The AJC Seattle Jewish Film Festival –  the largest and most highly anticipated Jewish event in the Pacific Northwest and mainstay of our region’s arts and entertainment calendar – seeks a part-time intern in preparation for our 15th annual festival, taking place March 13 – 23, 2010. This position requires a minimum four-month commitment at 20 hours a week (schedule negotiable). Prior background in film, festival and event planning, grant writing, PR/communications, non-profit or Jewish organizations is not required, but encouraged. Knowledge of Hebrew language helpful.  Candidates must have strong communication and organizational, computer, research skills and be self-motivated and enjoy working with the public. As an intern you will become a member of the AJC staff and Seattle Jewish Film Festival team and be responsible for a host of ongoing duties as well as special projects. 

Students interested in Jewish life, the film industry, non-profit organizations and event planning are encouraged to apply.

Monthly stipend is: $300/month for up to 5 months. School credit can also be arranged, and, if deserved, a letter of recommendation upon completion of the internship. 

Timeframe: November 1, 2009 – end March 2010

Detailed Job Responsibilities Include: 
?	Assist with daily office tasks 
?	Research potential films, filmmakers/distributors and international film festivals
?	Contact, track and follow-up with film screener requests
?	Shape artistic vision
?	Print trafficking
?	Coordinate guest artist travel logistics
?	Help with venue management
?	Compile festival PR materials, such as press clippings, releases and film PR
?	Create and send out monthly SJFF e-mail blasts 
?	Maintain SJFF film library and press archives
?	Make updates to SJFF website and ticket website
?	Database input and maintenance 
?	Assist with FILMTalks, SJFF’s daylong diversity-training tolerance-building workshop  for high school students 
?	Other responsibilities and projects will be added based on the intern's skill and initiative.


MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS INTERN – NONPAID; 10 HRS PER WEEK

The AJC Seattle Jewish Film Festival seeks a part-time (min. 10 hrs/week) energetic and media savvy high school student or college intern to help develop, administer and update the festival's social media, PR, outreach and communications efforts, using the following social media:
?	Facebook 
?	Twitter 
?	Website PR 
?	E-mail Blasts (Constant Contact) 
?	Other duties: Maintain and Follow Press and Blogger Contacts. 


 
Pamela Lavitt
Director
AJC Seattle Jewish Film Festival: 15th Annual - March 13-21st, 2010
206.622.6315 x5
206.622.3015 (fax)
email: lavittp@ajc.org
www.seattlejewishfilmfestival.org
www.ajc.org
 
 

You need photography experience and portfolio work-- and we need some
photographers!
 
The American Cancer Society is hosting an exciting walking event in Bellevue
on Sunday, October 4. We are expecting close to 4,000 participants at our
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event. It is an emotional and uplifting
event for breast cancer survivors and their families. We are looking for
photojournalism students to help us capture the special and intense moments
of the event. This is a great chance for you to get professional photography
experience and add work to your portfolio. There is a chance your photos may
be used or published in our promotional materials and newsletters as well!
Please contact Tracy Jane Weidel at tracy.weidel@cancer.org or 206-674-4120

as soon as possible if you are interested in volunteering your time and
talent. No experience necessary! You just need a camera and a desire to be
creative.
 
 
Tracy Jane Weidel
Community Relationship Manager
American Cancer Society
2120 First Avenue North
Seattle, WA 98109
office) 206-674-4120 fax) 206-674-4138
cell) 303-898-1881
tracy.weidel@cancer.org
www.cancer.org

Mario’s is looking for a unique individual who can help support our brand by assisting the Marketing Department in a variety of activities including advertising, special events, public relations, and the internet.
Individual will have the unique opportunity to experience multiple departments and learn the inner workings of an in-house marketing department within a fashion specialty retailer.

We are looking for a candidate with strong written skills and experience with copy writing and editing is preferred.  Candidate should have strong attention to detail as well as organizational and verbal skills with the ability to quickly process directions, multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced work environment.

Marketing 
o	Website Support: 
o	Search Engine Optimization (write Meta-tags and URL descriptions for each page of marios.com to further drive traffic to our site).
o	Research Vendor website to seek out cross promotion opportunities.
o	Research our website’s ‘Live in Style’ section to cross promote with local companies/ charities that we support on marios.com
o	Copy
o	Help edit Mario’s collateral and marios.com copy.  
o	Depending on experience, may assist in writing copy for Mario’s advertising campaigns, newspaper ads, catalogs, in-store signage, email blasts and more.
o	Work with staff to encourage friends/family to write business reviews, develop a system to organize and display reviews.  

o	Special Events
o	Support Marketing Team in executing Mario’s events.  Tasks could include: necessary event preparation, speaking with event partners, *assisting in the event set up and take down (* this depends on candidate and their schedule). 
o	Community Outreach.  Work with team to help support Mario’s in the community
o	Help distribute Mario’s collateral to local hotel concierges and build on community relations.
Advertising
o	Assist in Mario’s event mailings, outgoing Mario’s collateral and promotional mailings.
o	When necessary prepare, address and meter all small-scale invitations and mailings.
Public Relations
o	Maintain press book and relay pertinent information to stores and staff when applicable.
o	Update Mario’s loan book to reflect all merchandise borrowed by stylists/ publications.

Individual will interact with our Buying Team, Sales Staff and Merchants.  

Duties are not limited to these tasks; additionally candidate will not be solely responsible.  

Requirements
o	Candidate must be enrolled in school and receive academic credits for internship.
o	Internship hours/ days and length of involvement are negotiable according to the individuals schedule and workload demands at Mario’s.

To Apply
Please email your cover letter and resume to Rachel Stroble, rstroble@marios.com.  Please include 2 writing samples. 

If you have any questions regarding this ad please contact Rachel Stroble via email or 206.674.4294


Rachel Stroble 
rstroble@marios.com

Rachel Stroble
Marketing/ Events
MARIO'S
1513 6th Avenue
Seattle, WA 98101
T | 206.674.4294
F | 206.624.7171
www.marios.com
 
Here's a rec. from a former intern: "I interned with Mario's Spring Quarter and to anyone who is interested in marketing this is an amazing opportunity. The program is designed so that the intern does practically everything any member of the marketing team would do, including things related to advertising and PR. It was a great experience and I highly recommend that anyone curious about the world of marketing and fashion apply."

Internship Positions

Canvass Director
	

Administrative Assistant Intern

Auction Ad Sales Intern

Auction Intern

Auction Procurement Intern

Communications Internship

Information Technology Internship

Reproductive Healthcare Access Guide Intern

Summer Tabling Intern

Summer Tabling Logistics Intern

See: http://www.prochoicewashington.org/about/jobs.shtml

 We are a reunion management company looking for students interested in event planning, with strong written and oral communication skills, some desktop publishing experience and a willingness to learn the business.
  
The details are as follows:
  
  *  12 weeks, 20-40 hours per week depending on credits (non-paid)
  *  $500 stipend at end of internship
  *  Paid work available (On-site event staff at reunions)
  
We are offering two different intern positions, a Production intern and a
Promotion intern. 

Students need to apply by May 15, 2009.
 
Please post or email the flyer to prospective students as soon as possible.
Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions regarding the
internship opportunities.
 
Andrea Turk 
Reunions With Class, Inc.
 
andrea@reunionswithclass.com
 

The Hispanic Link Journalism Foundation

and

The Scripps Howard Foundation

Are Offering

THREE JOURNALISM FELLOWSHIPS FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS

 

 

Summer 2009      10 weeks    June 8 – Aug. 14            Postmark March 16

Fall 2009             14 weeks    Sept. 14 – Dec. 18         Postmark March 16

 

    * Fellowships are open to juniors and incoming seniors with a demonstrated interest in pursuing careers in print or multimedia journalism One student will be selected for each semester. 
    * Selected fellows will receive a stipend of $2,500 plus free housing in Northwest Washington near the National Zoo. 
    * Applicants will be judged on their analytical and English-language writing skills and potential as journalists. 
    * The selected fellows will be placed with the Washington, D.C.–based Hispanic Link News Service, which covers national affairs with an emphasis on their impact on 49 million U.S. Hispanics.

 

The news service publishes the national Hispanic Link Weekly Report and syndicates opinion, news analysis and feature columns to English and Spanish language media.

 

Send a letter of interest mentioning the semester(s) you are applying for, your résumé and a few writing samples by:

 

Mail: Hispanic Link. 1420 N St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20005 or

E-mail: Editor@HispanicLink.org

 

Anyone with questions about these or other Hispanic Link training opportunities may check our Web site http://www.hispaniclink.org/Hispanic_Link/Front_Page.html or call editor Charlie Ericksen at (202) 234-0280.

 

 

 

Jody Beck, director

Semester in Washington Program

Scripps Howard Foundation

Scripps Howard Foundation Wire

1090 Vermont Ave. NW, No. 1000

Washington, D.C. 20005

(202) 408-2748

Fax: (202) 682-2143

beckj@shns.com

www.shfwire.com

 

All UW students (graduate and undergraduate) and alum are invited to our upcoming career fair this Wednesday:
 
The Information School
EMPLOYER CONNECTIONS FAIR
January 7, 2009 / Wednesday
1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Mary Gates Hall Commons
University of Washington
Seattle
 
Hosted by The Information School, this career fair is designed to provide students and alum with the opportunity to connect with employers on career opportunities, job openings, internship and fieldwork placements, research, and simply learning more about the companies.  There is no cost to attend this event.  Students and alum should come prepared with resumes and business or business casual attire.
 
For a list of featured employers, please refer to www.ischool.washington.edu/resources/employerfair/participants.aspx.  A special thanks to our sponsors: Accenture, Geico, Isilon Systems, Sno-Isle Libraries, and T-Mobile.
 
Learn more about the Information School at www.ischool.washington.edu.   
 
We hope to see you on January 7th!
 
 
-----------------------------------------
Marie M. Potter
MLIS Academic Advisor
The Information School
University of Washington
206.616.2544
mardup@u.washington.edu
 
www.ischool.washington.edu
 

SCA Campus Visit
 
The Student Conservation Association is visiting University of Washington
November 10th!
 
SCA is the oldest and largest provider of conservation internships in the
United States. This year SCA will offer
hundreds of expense-paid internships that may be of interest to your
students. Every year over 2,000 young people spend from 12 weeks to 12
months in one of our internships gaining hands on experience in their
chosen field of study including but not limited to:
 
Geography including GIS applications
Environmental Education and Science
Earth Sciences
Biology
Natural Resources
Recreation and Land Management
Outdoor Recreation and Youth Development
 
Please contact me if you would like to reserve a meeting time, schedule a
class presentation, or help arrange a club visit. I look forward to
meeting with you and helping your students through the application
process. To learn more about SCA, please visit us at www.thesca.org.
 
 
Emily Nguyen
Northwest Placement Coordinator
Student Conservation Association
1265 S Main St. Suite 210
Seattle, WA 98144
206.755.6502
oncampus@thesca.org

Environmental Opportunities Fair, Wednesday, October 29
 
Environmental Opportunities Fair
Wednesday, October 29th, 2008
10 AM to 2 PM, Mary Gates Hall Commons
 
The Environmental Opportunities Fair on October 29th is designed for both prospective and current university students interested in finding environmental internships and volunteer opportunities and in talking with environmental professionals about how to prepare for environmental careers. This year we will have 30 organizations from the public, private, and nonprofit sectors including the Environmental Protection Agency, Geosyntec Consultants, National Wildlife Federation, Puget Sound Energy, and Seattle Aquarium, among many others. For a full list of participants, please visit our website at: http://depts.washington.edu/poeweb/
 
This will also be an opportunity for students to learn about the undergraduate and graduate opportunities to study the environment at the UW. Please see the message below for more information, and contact me if you have any questions.
 
Michelle Hall
Program on the Environment | University of Washington
274B Mary Gates Hall, Box 352082
Seattle, WA 98195-2802
Ph: 206-616-1208 Fax: 206-616-2465
Email: hallm@u.washington.edu
Web: http://depts.washington.edu/poeweb/
___________________________________
 
 
Plan Your Next Step . . .
 
 
 
Come to the . . .
 
 
8th Annual
University of Washington
Environmental Opportunities Fair
 
Education and Careers
 
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Mary Gates Hall Commons
University of Washington, Seattle
 
 
 
a.. Meet environmental professionals representing government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and the private sector
b.. Find an internship or volunteer opportunity
c.. Explore and learn how to prepare for careers in environmental fields
d.. Discover undergraduate and graduate opportunities to study the environment at the University of Washington
NEW this year!
Workshops throughout the day in Mary Gates Hall Room 258:
 
11:00 AM Environmental Scholarships
11:30 AM Environmental Study Abroad Opportunities
12:00 PM Environmental Innovation Challenge
12:30 PM Environmental Internships, Service Learning, and Volunteer Opportunities
1:00 PM Environmental Clubs
3:30 PM Careers in Environmental Studies
 
For further information and full list of participating organizations:
http://depts.washington.edu/poeweb/
Visit Campus location: http://www.washington.edu/students/maps/map.cgi?MGH
For directions or further information, email poeadv@u.washington.edu or call (206) 616-1208
 
COMING SOON! UW Environmental Career Fair, January 28, 2009
Save the Date Now

Department of Communication
University of Washington

Event Planning/PR/Fundraising Internship
3 credits per quarter (COM 395)		3-5 hours/week	winter and spring quarter

Internship teams meet every Friday at 2:00 p.m. in CMU 102E.

Event Description
The 2009 Laura Crowell Fund Run, a fundraising event for the Department of Communication.

5 positions available.
5 teams: Business Plan, Marketing & Promotion, Sponsorship & Donations, Event Day, Budget & Finances
Each intern leads a team and assists on all other teams.

The Crowell Fund Run internship is three phases:
Phase one – winter quarter:
•	Create a business plan for the fundraiser (vision, theme and message, sample marketing pieces, promotion plans, target audience, budget, fundraising goals, timeline)
Phase two – spring quarter (upon approval of plan)
•	Implement business plan
Phase three – May 16, 2008
•	Event Day

Minimum Qualifications:
•	Communication undergraduate
•	Excellent communication and organizational skills. 
•	Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
•	Must be detail-oriented, independent, self starter.
•	Physical ability to move tables, chairs and equipment.
•	Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel

Application Deadline: October 31, 2008

Send resume with 3 references to:
Victoria Sprang
vsprang@u.washington.edu

Interviews take place the week of November 17; decision made by December 5; internship begins winter quarter. Students accepted for the internship will be required to attend an orientation session the week of December 8.

I have project in October I'm hoping to find 4 interested students to participate in.
  
The Seattle Chamber of Commerce is featuring global health as its theme for the annual Leadership Conference October 22-24th at Suncadia Resort in Cle Elum. (info on their website at www.seattlechamber.com)
  
I'm looking for 4 students experienced in video shooting and desktop editing who would be willing to come over on Thursday the 23rd and record the breakout discussion sessions that afternoon. The sessions run about 1.5 hours. We need the sessions cut down to a 2-3 minute "highlight reel" to show the next morning after the Governor speaks. The clips will not have narration; they will be compiled using natural sound and possibly some  background music. They should be fast-paced and high energy.
  
We will cover your fuel costs as well as meals and hotel rooms (you will share with another student) at the resort. It's a terrific place and you'll get a nice addition to your resume.
  
Professor Domke is supportive of this and says Nika Pelc can help gather cameras and assist with editing configuration.
  
  Students will need:
  1. experience shooting video and desktop editing
  2. a laptop that can be configured for editing
  3. creativity and calm demeanor under pressure
  4. transportation to get to eastern Washington (it's about an hour and 15 minutes from Seattle). We will reimburse fuel.
 
  Those interested should write me at lcohen@wghalliance.org. If you have questions, you can reach me at work at 206-788-2463.
  
  Lisa Cohen
  
  lcohen@wghalliance.org

 
Lisa Cohen
Instructor, Department of Communications

The 2008 Northwest Sports Career Seminar and Job Fair will take place on
Saturday, November 1. This career seminar and job fair will feature
professional sports teams from around the Northwest looking to hire new
employees for internships, seasonal and full time positions in their
organizations. I have sent this year's flyer and registration
information to you in hopes that you will post it or pass it along to
any students or others who may have interest in a career in sports. As
in past years, any professors who are interested in attending this event
are welcome to come at no cost.
 
 
 
Sarah Cislo
 Assistant GM - Promotions
 Career Fair Coordinator
 Spokane Indians Baseball Club
 (509) 535-2922 Phone
 (509) 534-5368 Fax
 scislo@spokaneindiansbaseball.com

Sponsored by the UW Master of Communication in Digital Media (MCDM).
 
Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
Navigating Seattle as a Digital Media Professional
Waterfront Activities Center, UW | Wednesday, June 4, 2008 6-8pm | Free |
Refreshments Provided

This panel will explore how digital media professionals can launch or
advance their careers within the rapidly evolving Seattle entrepreneurial
ecosystem.  From school to startup, from independent content creator to
established media giants -- the discussion will focus on the career
opportunities and challenges that face today's dynamic workforce.   
Reception to follow for face-to-face social networking.

Our panel includes:

Larry W. Satterwhite, Real Networks / Independent HR Consultant
Dave Chappell, Founder, Teachstreet.com
Barry Devenney, Founder, Barry & Greg Modern Media
Jyotsna Natarajan, MCDM Graduate, Project Manager @ Amazon

Moderator: Hanson Hosein, Director, UW Digital Media Masters in
Communication
 
RSVP - Sign up on Brown Paper Tickets
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/34439!
 
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Corliss Harmer, M.A.
Counseling Services Coordinator
Master of Communication in Digital Media
University of Washington Box 353740
Seattle, WA 98195
Phone: 206-543-6745  Fax: 206-616-3762
charmer@u.washington.edu
 

Here is a great opportunity to participate in a historic event -- the opening of
the Northwest African American Museum!

The museum needs volunteers for the opening day on March 8th (for 2 to 4 hrs).

There will be an 1.5 hr.  orientation on Saturday morning, March 1st.

Please email Barbara Lavert at this email  blavert@naamnw.org and let her know that you are interested in volunteering.

This will be a terrific event, a great opportunity to support the museum in our
city, make new friends and to get the first peek at the place. A recent article
in the New York Times talks about  the historic significance of our new
Northwest African American Museum. 

Here is the link to the article:

http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/06/us/06seattle.html?
ex=1359954000&en=13a2060fe1a1d671&ei=5124&partner=permalink&exprod=permalink

     University of Washington students are invited to a free networking and
      ethics event featuring Assistant Professor Scott Reynolds, UW Foster
                               School of Business



                    Wednesday, February 13, 7:30 – 9 a.m.

      Bank of America Executive Education Center, Douglas Forum, 4th Floor

University of Washington Seattle Campus

        This event is free to students - coffee and refreshments will be
                                    provided



       - Network with communications and marketing professionals from the
                              greater Seattle area

        - Learn about student resources through IABC, the International
                     Association of Business Communicators

       - Hear straight talk about the vital role that ethics play in your
                            long-term career success



            Feb. 13 IABC Morning Manager & Student Networking event



        Do the right thing: you may have more influence than you think!

Scott Reynolds teaches business ethics at the University of Washington.
In the IABC session on February 13, Dr. Reynolds will provide a strategy
for navigating the many moral obligations that employees hold. He’ll
discuss how to effectively address moral dilemmas when they arise. And
he’ll discuss the critical role of communication in providing ethical
leadership.

 

The mingling begins at 7:30, along with continental breakfast. The
program starts at 8, and we’ll wrap up at 9 sharp. Students are welcome
to leave early to attend class.

 

Come hear and discuss how communications can make the difference in
keeping an organization on the ethical path. Ask questions and learn how
others handled difficult situations. Take away a better understanding of
the role that ethics play in business success.

 

About the speaker
Scott Reynolds is an Assistant Professor of Business Ethics and the Helen
Moore Gerhardt Faculty Fellow at the Michael G. Foster School of Business
at the University of Washington . He has a master’s degree in
organizational behavior from Brigham Young University and a PhD from the
University of Minnesota in business administration. Scott teaches
business ethics courses in the Foster School ’s MBA and executive
programs, and conducts research on individual ethical decision-making.
His research has been published in several top management and business
ethics journals and has won several awards. Before receiving his
doctorate, Scott worked for many different kinds of companies including a
Fortune 500 company, an international cosmetics company, a non-profit
organization, and management guru Stephen Covey’s Leadership Center.


About the International Association of Business Communicators
IABC/Seattle provides services, activities, and networking opportunities
to help communicators achieve professional excellence and drive the
success of their organizations. Our 200+ membership throughout the Puget
Sound area includes a diverse group of professional communicators working
in such fields as public relations, employee/internal communications,
community relations, creative services, marketing, investor relations
public affairs.


IABC/Seattle links you to 102 IABC chapters worldwide and a global
network of 13,000 communicators that inspire, establish, and support the
highest professional standards for business communicators. Learn more at
http://seattle.iabc.com

 

For more information about IABC student resources, please contact:


Andrea Bowers

Communications Specialist
Public Relations and Internal Communications

Michael G. Foster School of Business

University of Washington

iabc_ed_relations@yahoo.com

Media Coverage of US-Iran Relations; evening of short lectures &
conversation with Prof. David Domke & Prof. Arzoo Osanloo, from Anthro.
Jan 31, 6:30-8:30, Kane 130 (complete info on web site)

Corporate Responsibility -  Companies & Careers That Make A Difference Wed. February 6,   4-6 pm  

Balmer Hall Undergraduate Commons
UW Foster School of Business 
Featuring

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
A. David Brandling-Bennett, MD, DTPH Senior Program Officer, Infectious Diseases Development, Global Health Program 

Ben Bridge Jeweler
Bev Hori Vice President, and Int'l Council for Responsible Jewellery Practices 
Microsoft
Robert Bernard Chief Environmental Strategist


Starbucks
Sue Mecklenburg Vice President, Sustainable Procurement Practices & Supply Chain
UW Retail Management Program
  foster.washington.edu/retail/  206-685-2755

Want to make a difference in your career? 
Representatives from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Ben Bridge Jeweler,
 Microsoft & Starbucks, will talk about corporate and social responsibility and why  it's such an important consideration both personally and for their organizations. 

careers.washington.edu  206-543-0535

Technical Communication is hosting a panel of alumni tomorrow, January 29th
at 3:30PM. Our alumni come from Microsoft, Google, Nuance, and Washington
Mutual and will discuss their careers in Usability, HCI, and Information
Design.

I encourage everyone to attend this event. It should be fun and informative.
For more information on this event, visit
http://depts.washington.edu/careerwk/2008/session_info.php?sesid=199.

What: Your Future in Usability, HCI, and Information Design
When: Tuesday, January 29th at 3:30PM
Where: Loew Hall 355

Interested Advisers and departments are also welcome to join us. Information about Tax 101 workshops for NRA (Non Resident Alien) students is forthcoming. 

Tax 101 workshops for students who are US Citizens:
You've received your 1098T tax form! Are you confused about the information it contains? Student Fiscal Services offers workshops to help students understand the 1098T tax form, the Hope and Lifetime Learning tax credits, and student account or scholarship issues in relation to taxes. This class is offered free of charge.

January 29, 2008
1:30pm - 2:30pm
2:30pm - 3:30pm
HUB 209A

February 12, 2008
1:30pm - 2:30pm
2:30pm - 3:30pm
HUB 209A

February 26, 2008
1:30pm - 2:30pm
2:30pm - 3:30pm
HUB 309

April 9, 2008
1:30pm - 2:30pm
2:30pm - 3:30pm
HUB 309

Kyra Worrell 

The Nu Chapter of Pi Sigma Alpha (PSA), the National Political Science Honor
Society is hosting an event in conjunction with the Young Democrats (YDs) and
College Republicans (CRs) at the University of Washington.

Name:     Presidential Election 2008 - Panel Discussion
Date:     Wednesday, January 30, 2008 Time:     7:00pm - 8:30pm Location: Gowen
201, UW-Seattle
          ***This event is free of charge.

This will be a panel discussion with faculty members from the Department of
Political Science. YDs and CRs will present the issues that they feel are most
important to their party's baseline this year, and the professors will emphasize
the issues for voters this election year. Audience will have the opportunity to
ask questions and address concerns that are ignored from common debates.

Preliminary Professor Panel and Issues:
- Jack Turner - Political Philosophy
- Matt Barreto - Importance of the Latino Vote
- Jamie Mayerfeld - Why Torture is not Addressed in this Election

Please contact Pi Sigma Alpha (nupsa@u.washington.edu) with any
questions/concerns.

If you're a Communications student who's thinking about a career in
radio, television or other electronic media, anyone will tell you that it
all comes down to who you know.  So get to know people by joining the
Seattle Chapter of American Women in Radio and Television!  

This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about all the different career paths in
electronic media, find a mentor who can offer you career advice and to
make connections that will be invaluable in your search for jobs and
internships. And yes, guys are welcome too.  If you're interested in
being invited to our upcoming social networking events, please email
Nicole Maroutsos at nicole.m@jrnseattle.com and put AWRT as the subject. 
We look forward to meeting you and helping you start off your career in
the right direction!
 
Nicole Maroutsos | Music Director/Programmer

direct: 206.508.8109 | fax: 206.508.8309

email:  nicole.m@jrnseattle.com

 

Jones Radio Networks  |  Seattle  | www.jonesradio.com

 

Peace Corps is looking for motivated students to fill HUNDREDS of positions in education, youth development, agriculture, forestry, the environment, business, information technology, and health and HIV/AIDS education. 

Peace Corps offers an unparalleled opportunity for your students to work overseas for 2 years in one of more than 70 countries worldwide, while advancing their skills, learning another language, and gaining leadership and problem-solving skills. In addition, Peace Corps volunteers receive a living allowance, medical and dental care, transportation costs, vacation leave, and a cash award when they finish. 

 Melissa Lawent Romania, 2003-2005     

Melissa Lawent Peace Corps - Seattle Regional Office 1601 Fifth Avenue, Suite 605 Seattle, WA 98101 phone(206) 239-6611 fax (206) 553-2343 toll free (800) 424-8580   

Apply Now  Join our Mailing List  

Applications are invited for the Washington Sea Grant (WSG) Science Writing
Fellowship for Spring Quarter 2008.

WSG is seeking outstanding candidates to work on the development of a variety of
communication products about Sea Grant projects and issues in marine-related
research, education, and outreach.

The fellow would work closely with the WSG Communications program and UW science
writing instructor Deborah Illman on activities that may involve development of
newsletter articles, content for brochures and reports, Web content, or other
materials to be determined in conjunction with WSG personnel. The fellow would
be expected to spend 8 to 10 hours per week on these activities. Background
information on Washington Sea Grant is available at http:// wsg.washington.edu/

One candidate for Spring Quarter will be selected for the fellowship, which will
provide a stipend of $1,000 for the quarter.

Upper division undergraduate and graduate students are eligible to apply.
Applicants should forward a resume, two writing samples, and a cover letter,
outlining how this experience would further the fellow's goals, to Deborah
Illman, search committee chair, at illman@u.washington.edu. Applications are due
on or before January 28, 2008 for the Spring Quarter 2008 fellowship.


Deborah L. Illman, Ph.D.
University of Washington, Box 353740
Seattle, WA 98195-3740
206-616-4826

Crossing Borders / Issues & Resolutions



               A Conference for US & Canadian University Students



                                 6-7 March 2008



                      Consulate General of Canada Seattle




       The Consulate General of Canada Seattle, in collaboration with the
     Pacific Northwest Canadian Studies Consortium, is organizing a two-day
       Student Conference to focus on the US-Canada border and issues of
                   importance in the bi-lateral relationship.


        The conference is open to students from WA, OR, ID, BC and AB. 8
        American and 8 Canadian students will be chosen to participate.

    Expenses will be covered by the Canadian Consulate: travel to Seattle; 2
                              nights hotel; meals.

     Awards & Prizes to be confirmed. $7000 in scholarships were awarded in
                                     2007.



    Information pack & Application attached. Application deadline 28 January
                                     2008.



    Questions: Kevin Cook, Academic Officer, kevin.cook@international.gc.ca





Kevin P Cook
Political, Economic & Academic Officer
Canadian Consulate General
1501 Fourth Avenue
Suite 600
Seattle WA USA  98101
206-770-4065
206-443-9662 fax
kevin.cook@international.gc.ca
 

The Writing Center and Office of International Student Support in the College of
Education are offering writing workshops for winter quarter 2008. This series of
workshops aims to sharpen your basic skills, i.e., reading and writing, for
doing your research and academic studies effectively. International students are
strongly encouraged to attend. Open to all majors on campus. Bring your own work
and questions. See attachment for descriptions of each workshop.

Reading/researching effectively
7-8PM, Tues, Jan 22, Miller 212  or
12-1PM, Thu, Jan 24, Miller 424 (lab)

Organizing your academic writing
7-8PM, Tues, Jan 29, Miller 212  or
12-1PM, Thu, Jan 31, Miller 424 (lab)

Polishing your academic writing
7-8PM, Tues, Feb 5, Miller 212  or
12-1PM, Thu, Feb 7, Miller 424 (lab)

Writing your Human Subjects Form
7-8PM, Tues, Feb 19, Miller 212  or
12-1PM, Thu, Feb 21, Miller 424 (lab)

Sincerely,

Hui-Ting (Tina) Wang, PhD Candidate
Special Education
Graduate Research Assistant for International Student Support Office of Student
Services, College of Education 201A Miller University of Washington, Box 353600
Seattle, WA, USA 98195-3600 tinaw@u.washington.edu
(p) 206 543 1821 (f) 206 543 9569

Thinking about interviewing people for your research? Or conducting surveys or
focus groups? If so, the Human Subjects Workshop addresses the fundamental
ethical principles necessary in your research design when conducting research
with human participants and the necessary documentation for the Institutional
Review Board (IRB) at at all stages of your research including before, during,
and after your research. The session will also include additional resources and
an opportunity for questions.

Presented by Sharon Smith Elsayed, Assistant Director for Education &
Communication, Human Subjects Division

Thursday, January 24, 2008
3:30-4:30pm
OUGL 220

To register, please visit
http://www.washington.edu/research/urp/courses/humansubjectswkshop.html


Best,
jessica

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Jessica Salvador
Graduate Staff Assistant
Undergraduate Research Program
Center for Experiential Learning
120 Mary Gates Hall, Box 352803
University of Washington
Seattle, WA  98195-2803
VM: 206.543.4282/206.616.2168
FAX: 206.616.4389
www.washington.edu/research/urp

Hearst  Journalism  Awards  Program

SPORTS  WRITING  COMPETITION

DEADLINE:
TUESDAY,  JANUARY 29, 2008

The Sports Writing Competition is open to articles that relate to an
event or an issue, not to a sports personality.  Please refer to the
Competition Guidelines booklet for detailed requirements for entry, or
visit our web site:  www.hearstawards.org.

This competition awards $16,700 in scholarships and matching grants to the top
ten ranking students and their schools in addition to the possibility of
qualifying for the National Writing Championship in San Francisco. Your
department will also receive a $100 stipend just for entering!

         All articles must have been published from January 15, 2007, through
January 25, 2008, inclusively.

         Two entries may be submitted by each university - each entry must have
been written by a different student.  No double bylines.

         The selected entrant must be a current undergraduate journalism major
at the time the article is published.  An exception is made for Spring, Summer
or Fall 2007 graduates, allowing them to enter the contests in the 2007-2008
program year.  The Spring or Summer 2007 graduates would NOT be eligible to
complete in the 2008 National Championship.  The work by these students to be
entered in the 2007-08 program year must have been published before students
were graduated.

         If the entry is from a professional publication, it must be verified,
in an accompanying letter by the editor of the publication, that the entry is
student work with minimal editing and no editor re-writing. This may be emailed
in.

         On-line publications:  A printed copy of an on-line article, indicating
name of campus-wide or professional website and original date of posting,
constitutes an entry.

         A complete entry consists of a signed entry blank, four tearsheets of
the article (or one tearsheet and three copies) and a letter from the editor (if
applicable).

Deadline:  Entries must be received in the foundation office by

Tuesday, January 29, 2008

The deadline date is the day your entry must be in our office - not the
postmarked date.  Late entries cannot be accepted.  Please mail your entries
early to ensure prompt delivery.

Send entries to: Hearst Journalism Awards Program, 90 New Montgomery Street,
#1212,  San Francisco, CA  94105.  Indicate on package: Competition Entry.

If you have any questions, please call the program office: 800.841.7048
or 415.908-4560, or e-mail: jwatten@hearstfdn.org
 .

    Broadcast  News  Competition  II

news  category

 

  DEADLINE:  TUESDAY, JANUARY 29, 2008

 

The following reminder is a digest of the requirements for submitting an
entry in the broadcast news competition. 

 

These competitions award $16,700 EACH in scholarships and matching grants
to the top ten ranking students & their schools in addition to the
possibility of qualifying for the National Broadcast Championship.  The
department receives a $100 stipend per competition entered.

 

                                  ELIGIBILITY

The selected entrant must be a current undergraduate journalism major at
the time the piece is produced  and aired.  An exception is made for
Spring, Summer or Fall 2007 graduates, allowing them to enter the
contests in the 2007-2008 program year.  The Spring or Summer 2007
graduates would NOT be eligible to complete in the 2008 National
Championship.  The work by these students to be entered in the 2007-08
program year must have been produced before students were graduated.

 

Each university may submit two entries in radio and/or two in television
- up to four entries total.  Each entry must be by a different student. 
A contestant may not enter both the radio and television category.

 

The contest entry must be originating with and produced by the student
with primary responsibility for the entry.  Team reporting cannot be
submitted in this competition. 

 

                             COMPETITION II - NEWS

News entries must be hard news, including enterprise reporting.  Entries
may be based on but not limited to public affairs, business,
investigations, science, sports or weather.  All CDs and DVDs submitted
must have been produced and aired from September 1, 2006, through January
25, 2008, inclusively.

 

Each entry must consist of at least two reports, totaling not more than
seven minutes.  Reports should be submitted as aired, and not edited
substantially for the entry time limit.  If a report is longer than the
entry time limit, the entrant may enter an excerpt, but must send with it
the whole script, showing the portion that has been submitted.

 

Entrants are  encouraged to submit one short form report no more than 90
seconds, and one long form no longer than 3 minutes.

 

The entrant must attest to the people who contributed to the production
of the CD or DVD by completing the Disclosure Form.  Please fill in the
form completely.

 

Each completed entry must consist of:

 

      Three copies of the CD or DVD appropriately labeled on tape  and
case. 

 

      Three copies of the COMPLETE script - including lead-ins, tags and
verbatims.

 

      Broadcast News Entry Blank signed by the Journalism Administrator
and the student entrant.

 

      Broadcast News Entry Label, attached to each case.  Each CD/DVD
must also be labeled with student name and university.

 

      Three copies of the fully completed Disclosure Form.

 

Please note:  Incomplete entries will not be accepted.

 

Entries will not be returned.  Please do not send originals.

 

DEADLINE:  Entries must be received in the Foundation office by 5:00 p.m.
on or before:

 

TUESDAY, JANUARY 29, 2008

 

Send entries to:  Hearst Journalism Awards Program, 90 New Montgomery
Street,  #1212, San Francisco, CA  94105. 

 

Please mail your entries in sturdy packaging.  The foundation is not
responsible for loss or damage due to the mail service.

 

                                  SEMI-FINALS

The five top winners in radio and the five top winners in television in
competition II will qualify for the Broadcast News Semi-Finals.

 

Championship  Finals

Of the semi-finalists who have been selected to submit additional tapes,
10 semi-finalists (five in radio and five in television) will be chosen
to travel to San Francisco to participate in the National Broadcast News
Championship.  Championship dates are June 2-6, 2008.

 

                                  QUESTIONS ?

Please call Jan Watten, program director: 1-800-841-7048 ext. 4565 or
415-908-4560 or e-mail: jwatten@hearstfdn.org.  For more information,
check our website:  www.hearstawards.org.  Remember: your department will
receive a $100 stipend for entering this competition!

HEARST  JOURNALSIM  AWARDS  PROGRAM
PHOTO  COMPETITION  II

NEWS  &  SPORTS  CATEGORY

Deadline:  WEDNESDAY, January 23, 2008

The following reminder is a digest of rules for submitting an entry in
the photojournalism competition.

This competition awards $16,700 in scholarships and matching grants to
the top ten ranking students & their schools in addition to the
possibility of qualifying for the National Photo Championship.  The
department receives a $100 stipend per competition entered.

Entries in the News & Sports Category must have been taken from
September 1, 2006, through January 20, 2008, inclusively.  Each entry
must consist of four photographs total: two news and two sports images
per student entrant.  Each University may enter up to two different
students' work.

The selected entrant(s) must be a current undergraduate journalism
major.  An exception is made for Spring, Summer or Fall 2007 graduates,
allowing them to enter the contests in the 2007-2008 program year.  The
Spring or Summer 2007 graduates would NOT be eligible to complete in the
2008 National Championship.  The work by these students to be entered in
the 2007-08 program year must have been made and published before
students graduated.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

      Submit entry on a CD with scanned jpeg images.  Scan the images at
a 200 dpi resolution, with the longest dimension not exceeding 10
inches.  Please use a clean disk with no other images on it but your
Hearst entry.

      Entries may be e-mailed to: photoawards@hearstfdn.org
 , and must be sent by 11:59 pm PST on
January 23.  E-mail delivery is at the entrant's own risk, and it is the
responsibility of sender to verify accurate transmission of jpegs.
Please email jpegs separately - one image per email.

      It is the responsibility of entrant to verify that images will
open and are readable.  Confirm receipt with an email without an
attachment.

      Student name, University name, and category must be included with
the scanned images, as well

as printed on the disk itself.  Please label your files!  Example:
Doe_SanFranState_Sports_1.jpg

      A signed hard copy of the Hearst caption sheet & three copies must
still be included with the entry and sent via surface mail or faxed.

      A Hearst Photojournalism entry blank must be completed.  If images
were sent via e-mail, entry blank and captions sheets must still be
received by deadline.  Please do not scan your entry blank or caption
sheet.  You also may fax them to us if you e-mail your entry:
415-243-0760.

            One of the four photographs must have been published during
the time period designated.  One tear sheet - or a copy - must be
submitted of that image.

      A letter from the off-campus publication's editor (if image was
published in professional publication) verifying authorship of published
photo.  This may be faxed or emailed to us.

Entries will not be returned.

Send entries to: Hearst Journalism Awards Program, 90 New Montgomery
Street, #1212

  San Francisco, CA 94105.  Indicate on package: Competition Entry.

Due to possible delays in the postal service, please mail your entry
early.

If you wish, confirm receipt of your entry by e-mailing us:
jwatten@hearstfdn.org  or yasih@hearstfdn.org
 .

Questions?  Please call Jan Watten at 1-800-841-7048 ext. 4560 or 515-908-4560.

Tickets for the UW's Etiquette Dinner & Fashion Show go on sale at noon
tomorrow, Thursday, Jan. 17 at the UW Career Center, 134 Mary Gates Hall.
This event sells out fast. 
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UW Etiquette Dinner & Fashion Show

Monday, January 28. 5:30-8 p.m. HUB East Ballroom

Tickets on sale Thurs. Jan. 17th at noon (see below)

Need to polish your dining and business etiquette skills? Want to know
how to dress to make a positive impression? Then you don't want to miss
the UW Etiquette Dinner & Fashion Show on Monday, Jan. 28 from 5:30 to 8
p.m. in the HUB East Ballroom. Over a four-course meal you will gain
valuable information about the finer points of professional etiquette and
dress, an important asset in the job search and a skill for life.

Tickets

Tickets are required and must be purchased in advance. They go on sale at
noon on Thursday, Jan. 17 at the UW Career Center, 134 Mary Gates Hall.
Cost for the 4-course meal is $12.

PLEASE NOTE:

--Tickets must be purchased in person and sales are limited to one ticket
per person

--This event is open to current UW students only

--Only cash or checks will be accepted

--Tickets are non-refundable

--This event sells out quickly!!

The UW Etiquette Dinner & Fashion Show is made possible by the support of
numerous local companies and organizations, which will be hosting tables.
On a first-come, first served basis, you may sign up to be seated with a
representative from one of the following companies or organizations at
the time you purchase your ticket: Regence Blue Cross/Blue Shield,
T-Mobile, Philip Morris, Progressive Insurance, Frito-Lay, Deloitte,
Washington State Auditor's Office, Alvarez and  Marsal Taxand, LLC,
Microsoft, C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. and more!

The UW Etiquette Dinner & Fashion Show is presented by Student Activities
and Union Facilities, the UW Career Center and the Retail Management
Program.

 Questions?  Please contact the UW Career Center at 206-543-0535.

Don't miss the largest journalism convention in the world! Join AAJA
July 23-27, 2008 at the UNITY: Journalists of Color Convention in
Chicago. 

For details:
http://unityjournalists.org/conventions/unity08/index.php

PRSSA Winter Quarter Update

UPCOMING PRSSA EVENT...
Public Relations and Event Planning Thursday, January 24 at 6 PM in CMU
126
Come discuss PR and Event Planning with seasoned professionals! Hear
about their experiences, ask questions, and learn about exciting
internship opportunities. Questions? EMail Kailey Tollefson at
kaileytollefson@gmail.com .

Come here some of our fabulous speakers:
 *  Dava Esman is an award-winning public relations professional with
    more than 30 years' experience in public, community and media
    relations, marketing communications, advertising, promotions, special
    events and written and electronic communications. Prior to opening
    her own public relations practice in 1994, she held management roles
    in several organizations, and led the Washington State Centennial
    promotional campaign for The Rockey Company. She worked in
    legislative affairs in Washington, DC and spent a decade in
    television and radio production. A Phi Beta Kappa graduate of
    Washington & Jefferson College, Washington, Penn., she holds a BA in
    English and Psychology and earned a MBA from National University in
    San Diego, Calif.
 *  Lindsay Romey is an Event Manager at CRG Events, a corporate event
    planning company specializing in conferences, product launches, sales
    meetings and incentive programs. Romey graduated from the University
    of Washington in 2002, with a BA in Communications. During her time
    at UW she was also a member of PRSSA. Since graduating, Romey has
    worked in both the non-profit and corporate areas in event
    management. At CRG, Romey is responsible for planning events and
    leading teams on large scale sales and incentive events located all
    over the globe. In addition, she coordinates the internship program
    for the event management department and is a part of the department's
    leadership team.

PRSA EVENT...
PRSA Career Jumpstart Saturday, February 8 from 9 am to 2:15 pm at
Seattle University
Need some PR career help? Interesting in getting into the industry? Let
us give you a Jumpstart! Whether changing career paths or just starting
out, this day-long event is just the educational and networking boost new
practitioners need. You'll get the inside scoop on spicing up your resume
with skills important to PR, learn the best way to utilize new media
technology, understand what journalists look for in your pitch and polish
your networking skills with PRSA members. Members of leading
organizations around the Puget Sound will serve as presenters and
panelists. Get a leg up on the competition and register today! Click
here: http://www.prsapugetsound.org/events.html#jump for more information
and to register!
-Questions? Contact Jenny Bragg at jennyb@owenmedia.com or 206-322-1167 x
113.
-$25 registration before Feb 2, $40 at the door.


MEMBERSHIP APPLICATIONS...
If you are not a member of PRSSA, make sure to turn in your form for
Spring enrollment! Visit our website, or click here to download your own
form: http://students.washington.edu/ prssa/documents/application.pdf
Forms can be turned in at the PRSSA meeting, to Professor Fearn-Banks,
Diana Smith in the Advising Office (CMU 118), or the SAO Office (2nd
floor in the HUB). Annual dues are $70 and checks can be made to "UW
PRSSA".


MARK YOUR CALENDAR...
International Public Relations Thursday, February 21 at 6 PM in CMU 126
February 21 will feature international PR professionals! Come and learn
more about the opportunities available to you on an international level!

Questions? Comments? Visit our website at:
http://students.washington.edu/prssa/ or email us at
prssa@u.washington.edu

I wanted to invite the UW COM students to attend an opportunity to learn
about the career of public relations. The PRSA Puget Sound Chapter is
hosting the PR Career Jumpstart on Saturday, February 9, 2008 at Seattle
University. This one-day event will give you the inside look at PR and
the real scoop on breaking into the PR industry as a recent graduate or a
new PR practitioner. 

You'll learn what it takes to successfully manage media relations
campaigns, network like a pro, coordinate the perfect event and utilize
new media techniques. Plus, you'll get the chance to talk to industry
experts about what a day in the life of a seasoned PR professional is
really like. Following the seminar will be an optional session on
interview techniques and a one-on-one resume review with a PR
professional.

Date:                February 9, 2008

Time:                Registration begins at 8:00 a.m.

                          *Optional: How to Get the Most out of Jumpstart
8:40 a.m.

Main event: 9:00 a.m.-2:15 p.m.

  *Optional sessions: 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Interview Techniques & Tips

One-on-one Resume Review Session

Location:          Seattle University Student Center

901 12th Ave., Seattle, WA 98122

Cost:                $25 registration by February 2

$40 after February 2 or at the door

*$15 for afternoon optional session

Meals:              Breakfast, lunch and beverages are provided

Register:           https://asi-seattle.com/agent/prsajumpstart or call
206-623-8632.

Please let me know if you have any questions. 


Jenny Bragg
Owen Media
E: jennyb@owenmedia.com
O: 206.322.1167x113
M: 206.403.8353

English Department T-Shirt Design Contest! (open to students in all majors)

Sigma Tau Delta, the UW chapter of the national English honor society,
is kicking off the new quarter with a fund-raising event: T-shirts
representing the English Department at the UW will be available for sale
in Spring Quarter. But first, we need that clever, artistic design to
catch everyone's eye! The winning submission will be featured on
t-shirts or other outerwear.  The winner will receive a free shirt and
$25 University Book Store gift card.

The submission deadline is February 11th, 2008; all submissions will be
collected in the Sigma Tau Delta mailbox located in the English Advising
office in Padelford A-2-B. Shirt sales support Sigma Tau Delta and its
service to students in our department. The winning design should be
clear, tasteful, and relevant to the English Department and/or the
discipline of English.  It should feature the text, "Department of
English, University of Washington."  Black-and-white graphics only
please. Artists do not have to be in the English Department in order to
submit a design.

Please forward any questions to Jessica Frederick:
jessimay@u.washington.edu.

Re: the 11th Annual
Undergraduate Research Symposium, which will be on Friday, May 16th, 2008.

To present their work at this event, students must submit an application by
Friday, February 22nd, 2008.

As you know, the Symposium is a celebration of undergraduate accomplishments in research, scholarship, and creative expression in all academic disciplines.

Students may present their research either using a poster or in a small group
presentation session. We will also have a (small) performance space in nearby
Meany Hall to allow students in the performing arts to participate. Last year,
over 620 undergraduates presented their work in this exciting event and we
expect this year’s celebration to be our biggest yet.

You should receive a poster(s) via campus mail this week and we thank you in
advance for posting these in your department. If you would like additional
posters email us at: urp@u.washington.edu. We also invite you put a link to this
year’s Symposium application on your own departmental website, as desired
(available at: http://www.washington.edu/research/urp/symp/applynow.html).

If you or your department’s faculty would like a URP staff member to briefly
present about the symposium in your courses or to student groups, please email
us at urp@u.washington.edu. For further details, including a list of information
sessions about the symposium and abstract writing workshops to assist students
with their applications, visit http://www.washington.edu/research/urp/symp.

Thank you very much for encouraging your students to apply and attend this
exciting event.

Sincerely,

Janice DeCosmo
Associate Dean, Undergraduate Academic Affairs
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Undergraduate Research Program
Mary Gates Hall 120
206.543.4282; urp@u.washington.edu
http://www.washington.edu/research/urp

Platform Online Magazine Launches
New Issue
 
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — For a fresh perspective on public relations
education and practice—and to express your own views on these
subjects—visit Platform Online Magazine, a student-run publication
that seeks to create an online community where PR students, practitioners
and educators discuss issues shaping the profession’s future. Topic
categories on the www.platformmagazine.com site include career,
leadership, ethics, trends and tips from the pros.

 

Platform’s second issue, which was launched on Jan. 10, 2008, explores
diverse public relations-related subjects ranging from PR applications of
social media to time management of multiple accounts to targeting the
growing Hispanic population in the United States. Also covered are crisis
management, agency versus in-house environments and media relations from
both a PR practitioner’s and a journalist’s viewpoint.

 

In addition, you’ll find video interviews on the subject of leadership
with John “Jack” Felton and Ofield Dukes, two of the pioneers in the
PR field who were recently featured in Legacies from Legends in Public
Relations produced by the Plank Center for Leadership in Public
Relations to mark the 40th Anniversary of the Public Relations Student
Society of America. This issue also offers several interactive features,
including an updated AP style quiz, an articles forum and links to other
online resources. A blog featuring perspectives on current PR issues will
be added starting February 4, 2008.

 

The Platform student editorial team encourages article contributions
from PR students, practitioners and educators. If you’d like to write
an article for Platform, pitch your story ideas for the next issue
of Platform to the faculty advisor, Tracy Sims, by March 15, 2008.

Did you know that clothes bought with our city's municipal funds are made
in sweatshops? Did you know that Seattlites can ask the City Council to
pass legislation requiring this apparel be produced in unionized garment
factories, and not sweatshops? Well, you can! Other cities across the
country are joining a movement spearheaded by SweatFree Communities that
seeks to eliminate the use of sweatshop labor in the production of
apparel purchased with public funds.

Two SweatFree Communities Organizers will be holding a workshop at the
University of Washington main campus on January 27th, to try and launch
an anti-sweatshop city ordinance campaign in Seattle. Members of the
University of Washington Student Labor Action Project (UW SLAP) are
organizing this event, and local activists from around Western Washington
are all invited to participate in this free workshop! To learn more about
SweatFree Communities and UW SLAP, visit these
websites: www.sweatfree.org &www.uwslap.org.

WHO: you!
WHAT: SweatFree Communities' anti-sweatshop city-purchasing campaign
workshop
WHERE: University of Washington Seattle campus, room TBA
WHEN: Sunday, January 27th, 2008 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Please forward widely!

--
Rod Palmquist
United Students Against Sweatshops
Northwest Regional Organizer
(206) 412-2014, rod@usasnet.org

A new community-building group is starting for survivors of any type of
violence or abuse.  Please come to the interest meeting at 4pm on Thursday,
January 24, 2008 in the Q Center's Champagne Room (Schmitz 450).  Bring
ideas and suggestions!  Please contact Emma Sorensen-Jolink at
emmasj@u.washington.edu with any questions or comments.  This group is for
any survivor regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.

The University of Washington, along with about a thousand other U.S. campuses,
is taking part in a national discussion regarding solutions to global warming.
Join in, and see what the experts have to say. For details on this event, please
see website address below.

JANUARY 31
"Global Warming Solutions for America", Focus the Nation, UW campus (open to
general public)

Join colleagues at the UW and a thousand other campuses in a day of
interdisciplinary discussion about global warming challenges.

There will be exhibitors, plenary talks, multimedia presentations, Climate
Action Cafe, panel discussions. All of this to be followed at 7-9 p.m. with a
town hall meeting with political leaders.

This event is free, but you must register to attend.

http://depts.washington.edu/uwfocus

Thanks,
Michelle Townsend
Student Services Coordinator
Oceanography

This is Sam Al-Khoury, ASUW Vice President. We still need students for
volunteer positions on ASUW and University Committees! If you know of some students that would like to be involved more in campus life, have an opportunity to network with members of the University community, gain job skills, or just want to have fun, please let them know about these opportunities.  
  
  Interested students should go to http://www.asuw.org/volapp.php to see dozens of volunteer opportunities. They can apply online from that page as well. Some applications are due as soon as January 18, so if they are interested, so they should check these out soon! Any questions can be directed toward me atmailto: asuwvp@u.washington.edu or the ASUW Office at (206) 543-1780.  
 
  Listed below are highlights of available positions:
  
    
  ASUW STUDENT SENATE:
  Meet people from all over campus as they discuss issues important to students at the University of Washington.
  
  Deadline: Applications accepted throughout year
  
  JUDICIAL COMMITTEE:
  As the body responsible for handling any issues involving the ASUW
  Constitution and Bylaws, Judicial reviews any proposed changes and provides interpretations upon request by any member of the ASUW. Deadline: January 18
  
  
  SPECIAL APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEE:
  This committee is responsible for giving approximately $55,000 directly to different student organizations for their events and programs, which makes it one of ASUW’s most exciting committees.
  
  Deadline: January 18
  
  
  HALL HEALTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE:
  The primary goal of the Hall Health Advisory Committee is to provide a student perspective on the workings of Hall Health Primary Care Center. The HHPCC is constantly tailored to meet the needs of our campus community; as a representative of ASUW, the volunteer offers an undergraduate insight in regards to patient needs. Duties include providing feedback on HHPCC's yearly budget, giving opinion on new programs and access systems for patients, and to the best of one's knowledge, providing student consensus on HHPCC's utility. Deadline: January 18
    
  INSTITUTIONAL ANIMAL CARE AND USE COMMITTEE:
  The Animal Care and Use Committee publishes and updates policies on procedures used with research animals at the University ofWashington. They review proposals for using live vertebrates in research and teaching at the UW. The committee will also visit all sites where animals are kept semi-annually. Visit their homepage for more information.  http://depts.washington.edu/iacuc/index.html
  
  Deadline: January 18
  
  FACULTY COUNCILS
  
  Provide student insight and perspective to a small committee of faculty members.
   
  
  
  Sam E Al-Khoury
  
  Vice President
  
  Associated Students of the University of Washington
  
  asuwvp@u.washington.edu
  
  (206) 543-1780

Media Coverage of US-Iran Relations

Wading through the flood of news on Iran?
Wondering what it all means?

Join us for an evening of short lectures and conversation.
Professors Arzoo Osanloo and David Domke will provide critical
tools and knowledge you can use to make sense of news
coverage on Iran and US-Iran relations.

Professor David Domke
UW Department of Communication
“The United States news media missed the story on Iraq's
alleged weapons of mass destruction. When the Bush
administration touted the presence of such WMDs, U.S.
journalists passed along the message. Now, the Bush
administration is making the case that Iran is a threat that
must be contained and controlled. How are the news media
covering this line of argument by the administration? Are the
press more closely examining U.S.-Iran relations, and if so
what does this coverage look like? What might we expect in
coming months and years in U.S. news coverage?”

Professor Arzoo Osanloo
UW Department of Anthropology
The U.S. foreign policy program favoring regime change in
Iran mobilizes ‘women’s rights’ as a means to garner
domestic (U.S.) sympathy for intervention. However, the
day-to-day realities of Iranian women’s lives are often
misconstrued, and internal women’s rights movements are
neglected by outside observers. What are the effects of
international pressure on local Iranian women and on local
women’s rights movements? Given the anti-imperialist tenor
of the 1979 revolution and the centrality of women’s status
therein, what are the effects of contemporary discourses of
regime change that highlight women’s rights? Do such
efforts help or hurt internal reform movements?

Thursday, January 31, 2008
6:30 pm – 8:30pm
University of Washington
Kane Hall Room 210

Co-Sponsors
UW Law, Societies, & Justice Program,
UW Dept. of Communication, Reclaim the Media
Church Council of Greater Seattle,
National Iranian American Council – Seattle,
National Asian Pacific American Women’s Forum
(NAPAWF) – Seattle, and Hate Free Zone

RSVP to Victoria Sprang: vsprang@u.washington.edu.

The Department of Communication

2008 Career Lunch Series

The Department would like to invite 8 students to join alumnus My Tam Nguyen
('06) and Communication professor Matt McGarrity.

Time: noon to 1:15 (no exceptions)

Date: Friday, January 18, 2008

Place: University of Washington Club

(Located across from the HUB on Stevens Way)
http://depts.washington.edu/uwclub/)

RSVP to Victoria Sprang: vsprang@u.washington.edu.

Deadline: 5pm January 16 or until space is filled.

Space is limited to 8 students.

This is an excellent opportunity for networking, so bring your questions.

My Tam Nguyen works at the City of Seattle, Department of Planning and
Development Community Relations, as a Public Relations Specialist connecting
communities to information on long range urban planning initiatives including
the South Downtown area (Little Saigon, Chinatown/International District,
Pioneer Square, etc.), Northgate, and South Lake Union. She founded and is a
mentor for the Future Global Citizens Project, which empowers low-income
minority youth to overcome hardships through seeking financial aid to attend
college and learn about social justice, community service, global citizenship,
and leadership education. She has worked at non-profits and at ColorsNW. She
studied sustainable development and social entrepreneurship, travelling to
Brazil (Rio de Janeiro, Curitiba, Sao Paulo) with the Washington Council on
International Trade, a delegation including the Washington State Lieutenant
Governor, City Council Member, State Senator, Business CEOs, Non Profit Leaders.

=> *Undergraduate Research Information Sessions* address how the Undergraduate
Research Program can help the student pursue her/his research interests.

Primarily for undergraduates who have yet to begin research, the sessions
provide research resources, information on funding, and suggestions for
approaching faculty. Additionally, the sessions are highly student-driven, with
an emphasis on student questions and concerns. Students interested in attending
the UW, including community college transfer students, are welcome to the
sessions. You may register to attend at
http://www.washington.edu/research/urp/courses/infosessions.html

**Tuesday, Jan. 15th, 11:30am-12:30pm
Thursday, Jan. 17th, 3:30-4:30pm
Thursday, March 6th, 4-5:00pm
Mary Gates Hall, 120 Conference Room


=>*Symposium Information Sessions* are geared for students who are considering
to participate in the Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium. The session
addresses the content such as the presentation formats and the procedures of the
event. Additionally, this is an opportunity for students to clarify any
questions regarding the Symposium and the application process. To register,
please visit:
http://www.washington.edu/research/urp/courses/symposiuminfosession.html
*
*Tuesday, Feb. 5th, 11:30am-12:30pm
Thursday, Feb. 14th, 2:30-3:30pm

=>*Amgen Information Sessions* provide an opportunity for students to learn more
about the UW Amgen Scholars Summer Program including the application process,
what to expect by being named an Amgen Scholar, and what our expectations are
for students.For more information on this program and others, please visit:
http://www.washington.edu/research/urp/index.html/

Tuesday, Jan 15th
4:30-5:30 pm
Mary Gates Hall, room 258

Thursday, Jan 17th
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Mary Gates Hall, room 258
(No registration necessary)

-- Undergraduate Research Program
Center for Experiential Learning
120 Mary Gates Hall, Box 352803
University of Washington
Seattle, WA  98195-2803
VM: 206.543.4282/206.616.2168
FAX: 206.616.4389
www.washington.edu/research/urp _______________________________________________

 To download an application and for more information refer to our website:
 http://depts.washington.edu/fyp/work/figleaders/

 The Freshman Interest Group (FIG) program is looking for outstanding UW
 undergraduates to serve as FIG Leaders for autumn 2008.

 The program is looking for students from all departments who are
 UW-Seattle undergraduates with strong organizational skills (i.e., not
 over-committed), and a genuine interest in working with freshmen as they
 face the challenges and opportunities presented to them as new students.
 Having been in a FIG as a freshman is not required.

 As a FIG Leader, students will develop a deeper connection to the
 University while developing transferable skills in public speaking,
 discussion facilitation, lesson plan development, and principles of
 instructional leadership.  All of these skills will be utilized while
 instructing a class of 15-25 freshmen enrolled in General Studies 199.

 Training will take place during spring quarter 2008.  Special arrangements
 for summer training can be made for students studying abroad during spring
 quarter. FIG Leaders are eligible to receive up to 6 credits for their
 commitments to the program, which includes both training for and teaching
 the General Studies 199 course in autumn quarter.

 Applications are available at the Undergraduate Gateway Center (171 Mary
 Gates Hall), the Office of Minority Affairs (373 Schmitz Hall), the
 Instructional Center (1307 NE 40th) and the Ethnic Cultural Center (ECC)
 (3931 Brooklyn Ave NE).  As well as online at:
 http://depts.washington.edu/fyp/work/figleaders/

 The application deadline is Monday, February 4th by 5:00pm to 171 Mary
 Gates Hall.

 For more information please attend one of our information sessions listed
 below, refer to our website:
 http://depts.washington.edu/fyp/work/figleaders/ or email
 figs@u.washington.edu.

 Information Sessions:
o Mon, Jan 14th - 2:30-3:20 (MGH 191A)
o Tues, Jan 15th - 3:30-4:20 (ECC)
o Thurs, Jan 24th - 11:30-12:20 (MGH 191A)
o Fri, Jan 25th - 1:30-2:20 (ECC)
o Mon, Jan 28th - 3:30-4:20 (MGH 191A)
o Tue, Jan 29th- 12:30-1:20 (MGH 191A)_______________________________________________

See http://depts.washington.edu/careerwk/index.php

Several events especially pertaining to COM - see:http://depts.washington.edu/careerwk/2008/sessions_bytopic.php?sort=comm

Events by Topic - Communications & English 
Click on the event title for additional details. Unless otherwise noted, all events are free, open to all members of the UW community, and require no advance registration. Those sessions at UW Bothell and UW Tacoma are noted, all others take place at the UW Seattle campus.

The Publishing World 
Monday, January 28, 3:30 pm - 5:20 pm
SIG 134Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences Alumni Panel

Tuesday, January 29, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
UW Bothell - UW2 030

Career Resources for Students in the Visual, Literary, and Performing Arts
Tuesday, January 29, 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
KNE 225

Breaking into Broadcast Media
Tuesday, January 29, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
CMU 126

Careers in Journalism Lunch
Advanced registration required via email to sredeker@u.washington.edu. Priority to UW Communication Journalism majors.
Wednesday, January 30, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
CMU 126

What Can You Do with a Literature Major?
Wednesday, January 30, 12:30 pm - 2:20 pm
HUB 310

Careers in Public Relations and Journalism
Wednesday, January 30, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
CMU 126

How to Begin a Career in Event Planning
Thursday, January 31, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
CMU 126

Careers in Writing and Editing
Friday, February 1, 3:30 pm - 5:20 pm
SMI 211

Applications are attached and due January 22.

What:  The Pipeline Project is recruiting UW undergraduates to volunteer in
literacy, arts, and environmental education projects in rural communities
throughout Washington during their spring break.  We will have teams of 5
students. When:  Students will work in a school during Spring Break from March
24 - 28, 2007.
Where: Sites range from the Olympic Peninsula to Eastern Washington and include
Forks, Neah Bay, Brewster, Bridgeport, Paschal Sherman, Harrah, Curlew,
Tonasket, Toppenish.  The Project: UW students will learn to work with children
in an elementary or middle school regarding brainstorming ideas for a poem or
short story, writing a rough draft, editing the draft, printing, and publishing
their work in a book. Students will then illustrate their published book.  A
culminating festival of the published works will be held at each site.

Applications due January 22 but applicants are strongly encouraged to submit
their applications early.

Questions? Email pipeline@u.washington.edu.


             University of Washington
Center for Experiential Learning, 120 Mary Gates Hall
       Box 352803  Seattle, Washington  98195

      pipeline@u.washington.edu   206.616.2302

      http://www.washington.edu/uwired/pipeline

National Press Foundation

NPF Four-Day Seminars: 

PROGRAM DATE CHANGE - Next Generation 2008: An Introduction to Washington for College Journalists

Program Date: February 16, 2008 5:00 PM - February 20, 2008 2:00 PM  
Application Deadline:  January 14, 2008 5:00 PM  
Location: Washington, D.C. 
Underwritten by: Ethics and Excellence in Journalism Foundation 
Contact name:  Kashmir Hill 
Contact email:  programs@nationalpress.org 

A career in journalism almost always requires familiarity with Washington, D.C., and not just for political junkies. Besides being the home of the federal government, Washington is a crossroads for science, social issues, economics and most other topics that end up in the news. This program, designed for college students with an interest in journalism, will provide an overview of Washington and provide tools and knowledge to delve deeper when students return home or land first jobs. 

This program has been moved back to February, with students arriving the evening of Saturday, February 16 and departing in the afternoon on Wednesday, February 20. The new deadline for applications is January 14.  All applications that have been submitted are still valid submissions. Please notify programs@nationalpress.org if you must withdraw your application due to the change of date.

Like all NPF programs, this one is on-the-record with plenty of time for discussion. Eighteen all-expenses-paid fellowships are available to qualified college students. Fellowships include airfare (to $600), hotel and most meals. Demand for this program is high, so apply early. 


Page Contents

Application Instructions
Seminar Topics
2007 Program 
Testimonial from Past Program Fellow

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Application Instructions


To apply, send: 

Application form
Cover letter making your case for attending
A letter of support from a supervisor, college media adviser, or professor
A brief bio 
A clip, writing sample, or CD, DVD, VHS tape or audio tape 
Applications may be submitted by mail, e-mail or fax and will not be returned. Applications must be received by January 14.

E-mail applications to programs@nationalpress.org, fax to 202-530-2855, or send applications to:

National Press Foundation 
Attn: Introduction to Washington 2008
1211 Connecticut Ave. NW
Suite 310 
Washington, DC 20036.

For more information, call 202-663-7285.

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Seminar Topics

Is “Inside the Beltway” really that different?
How does Washington journalism work?
Covering Congress
Washington resources at your fingertips
Field trips to government agencies and major news organizations
 
 See: http://www.nationalpress.org/programs3516/programs_show.htm?doc_id=582335

Washington Sea Grant Science Writing Fellowship
1/8/08

Applications are invited for the Washington Sea Grant (WSG) Science Writing
Fellowship for Spring Quarter 2008.

WSG is seeking outstanding candidates to work on the development of a variety of communication products about Sea Grant projects and issues in marine-related research, education, and outreach.

The fellow would work closely with the WSG Communications program and UW science
writing instructor Deborah Illman on activities that may involve development of
newsletter articles, content for brochures and reports, Web content, or other
materials to be determined in conjunction with WSG personnel. The fellow would
be expected to spend 8 to 10 hours per week on these activities. Background
information on Washington Sea Grant is available at http:// wsg.washington.edu/

One candidate for Spring Quarter will be selected for the fellowship, which will
provide a stipend of $1,000 for the quarter.

Upper division undergraduate and graduate students are eligible to apply.
Applicants should forward a resume, two writing samples, and a cover letter,
outlining how this experience would further the fellow's goals, to Deborah
Illman, search committee chair, at illman@u.washington.edu. Applications are due
on or before January 28, 2008 for the Spring Quarter 2008 fellowship.


Deborah L. Illman, Ph.D.
University of Washington, Box 353740
Seattle, WA 98195-3740
206-616-4826
_______________________________________________

The Career Center has free workshops & events all the time - here is the listing for this week:

UW Career Center Workshops & Events for the Week of Jan. 14 - Jan. 18

NOTE: Unless indicated, no need to register or sign up for the following
workshops.  Just come! 
**All UW Career Center workshops are held in Room 134 Mary Gates Hall
unless otherwise noted **

  Monday, Jan. 14, 2:30-3:30, Making the Most of a Career Fair

Monday, Jan. 14, 3:30-4:30, Resumes & Cover Letters

 

Tuesday, Jan. 15, 1:30-2:30, Resumes & Cover Letters

Tuesday, Jan. 15, 3:30-4:30, Job Search for International Students

 

Wednesday, Jan. 16, 1:30-2:30, Making the Most of a Career Fair

Wednesday, Jan. 16, 3:30-4:30, Resumes & Cover Letters

 

**Thursday, Jan. 17, 1:00-5:30, Society of Women Engineers Career Fair,
HUB Ballroom**

For information go to http://students.washington.edu/swe/

 

Friday, Jan. 18, 1:30-2:30, Applying to Graduate and Professional School

 

To access our homepage go to www.careers.washington.edu

 

For workshop descriptions go to - Quick Links - Workshops & Classes

 

Also, check out  internships and career positions on  HuskyJobs -


***  Walk-In Appointments:  15 minute sessions every weekday

afternoon from 1:30 to 4:30 - good for resume reviews and quick

questions.  Sign-ups start at 1:30 each day in 134 Mary Gates Hall.***

 Thanks and good luck in your search for campus jobs,
internships and career positions!

UW Career Center

PH:  206-543-0535
Email: ccscnslr@u.washington.edu

www.careers.washington.edu

If you tired of the bleak winter weather and want to spend a few hours a
week in sunny Greece, then join us for the Greek Film Class, Euro 490, that
is currently taking place every Monday and Wednesday from 2:30 to 4:20 inSmith 211.  We also learn about the branding of nations.  Come and join us!"

Taso Lagos

The ASUW Committee Organizing Rape Education is still recruiting for its 2008
Volunteer Training class.

Volunteers undergo 40 hours of training over the course of winter and spring
quarter on sexual assault and relationship violence and the issues surrounding
those subjects.  Upon completing training volunteers will then give
presentations the following Autumn quarter to various student groups
(fraternities, sororities, resident halls, classes, FIGs etc.).  Training will
be on Wednesday nights from 5-8pm beginning Wednesday January 16th.  There is no
training the week before finals, finals week or spring break.

Registration forms can be found online at core.asuw.org under "Become a
Volunteer" and are due by this Friday January 11th at 5:00pm.  Registration
forms can be filled out and emailed to asuwcore@u.washington.edu or turned in
outside HUB 113.

Questions???  Email us at asuwcore@u.washington.edu or call 206-543-4238.

Lindsay Omta

Committee Organizing Rape Education
Lindsay Omta, Director
Jackie Mayer, Assistant Director
Christy Forrester, Office Assistant
HUB 113
206-543-4238

 Join the 2008 Orientation Leader Staff!

 
 *  Want to help new students?
 *  Want to get involved?
 *  Want an on-campus job this summer?
 *  Want to earn good money?
 *  Want free food?
Congratulations—you have come to the right place!

First Year Programs is dedicated to providing incoming students and their
families with all of the information and resources necessary to ensure
that their transition to the University of Washington is a smooth and
enjoyable one.  We need you to help make this happen. Each year we
recruit current University of Washington students to become part of the
First Year Programs Orientation Leader staff. Orientation Leaders play a
vital role in this exciting process, working closely with new students
and their families on a wide variety of topics including academics,
student involvement, housing options, and more.

Applications are due by 5:00 PM on Monday, January 14th.  For more
information and an Orientation Leader application, please visit our
website:

http://depts.washington.edu/fyp/work/orientationleaders/

You should also consider attending an information session to learn more. 
They will be offered on the following dates:

January 9th, 3:30 – 4:30 pm in the Chicano Room at the Ethnic Cultural
Center January 11th, 4:00 – 5:00 pm in MGH 191  
Please feel free to contact First Year Programs staff directly if you
have any questions about the position or the application process.  You
can reach us either via email (uwao@u.washington.edu) or phone
(206.543.4905).
 
We look forward to reading your applications!
 
Best regards,
 
Bryan Crockett, Coordinator for Advising and Orientation Programs
Jen Pesicka, Orientation Leader Coordinator
Lisa Campbell, Orientation Leader Coordinator

Looking for a job at places like Microsoft, Google, Yahoo, Accenture,
KPMG, WebJunction, UW Libraries, KCLS, or other established or up and
coming information-centered organizations?  Then join us at our career
fair THIS Wednesday, January 9th!  All UW students (graduate and
undergraduate) are invited to participate:

 The Information School

EMPLOYER CONNECTIONS FAIR

January 9, 2008 / Wednesday

1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Mary Gates Hall Commons

University of Washington

Seattle 

Hosted by The Information School, this career fair is designed to provide
students with the opportunity to connect with employers on career
opportunities, job openings, internship and fieldwork placements, and
research.  There is no cost to attend this event.  Students are
encouraged to come prepared with resumes and business suits/business
casual attire is recommended.

 For a list of featured employers, please refer to
www.ischool.washington.edu/resources/employerfair/participants.aspx.  A
special thanks to our sponsors: The Boeing Company, Seattle Public
Library, SerialsSolutions, and Multnomah County Library System.

 We hope to see you on January 9th!

-----------------------------------------

Marie M. Potter

MLIS Academic Advisor

The Information School

University of Washington

206.616.2544

mardup@u.washington.edu

 www.ischool.washington.edu

Bricolage, the Literary and Visual Arts Journal at the University of
Washington, is now accepting submissions for Issue 25. Produced by
undergraduates during winter quarter and published annually in the
spring, we look for a wide range of literary and visual arts created by
the talented students, staff, faculty, and alumni of UW. Submissions
will be accepted throughout winter quarter. Please visit

http://students.washington.edu/brico/

for more information on submitting, working for us, past issues and
upcoming events, or email brico@u.washington.edu with any questions.

Important dates:

*This Friday, January 11, 2008--Writers Workshop and Office Hours,
Odegaard Writing Center Conference room, noon-4pm. Bring any creative
piece in for rapid and relaxed round-table feedback from dedicated
volunteer readers, or just stop by to ask questions about Bricolage and
snitch food. The conference room is located on the first floor, room
129. For the schematically-minded, please see this map:
http://www.lib.washington.edu/ougl/images/ugmap2006.pdf

*January 18, 2008--First submission deadline

*February 1, 2008--Final submission deadline for priority consideration

Ann Topham
Managing Editor
Bricolage, Issue 25

The Department of Technical Communication is hosting an information session
for prospective bachelor students. If you know students interested in
Usability / User-Centered Design, Documentation, User-Experience
Engineering, Technical Writing and Editing, please encourage them to attend.
TC students and staff will be presenting.

When: Tuesday, January 8th at 12 to 1 PM (food provided)
Where: Loew Hall 355
Who: BSTC Information Session

Gian Bruno
Academic Adviser
Dept. of Technical Communication, UW
Phone: 206.543.1798
Email: gbruno@u.washington.edu
14B Loew Hall

A Conference for US & Canadian University Students

6-7 March 2008

Consulate General of Canada Seattle

This conference is open to students from WA, OR, ID, BC and AB.  8
American & 8 Canadian students will be chosen to participate.
Expenses will be covered by the Canadian Consulate: travel to Seattle; 2
nights hotel; meals.
Awards & Prizes to be confirmed.  $7000 in scholarships awarded in 2007.

Information pack & Application attached.  Application deadline 15
January 2008.

Questions:  Kevin Cook, Academic Officer, kevin.cook@international.gc.ca

--------------------


'Crossing Borders - Issues & Resolutions'

A Conference & Debate 
for
U.S. & Canadian University Students
(WA, OR, ID, BC, AB) 

Seattle WA 
6-7 March 2008

Information
& 
Application 

Sponsored & Organized by
Consulate General of Canada
Seattle








'Crossing Borders - Issues & Resolutions'
United States - Canadian University Student Conference
Seattle WA / 6-7 March 2008

Canada and the United States share one of the world's longest borders and are each others largest trading partners.  Canada is America's largest supplier of crude oil, natural gas and electricity.  The U.S. and Canada are allies in the War on Terror and partners in NORAD for decades.  However, as in most relationships, challenges and differences do exist.


EVENT / DATES

The Consulate General of Canada Seattle, in collaboration with the Pacific Northwest Canadian Studies Consortium, is organizing a two-day Student Conference to focus on the US-Canada border and issues of importance in the bi-lateral relationship.

After arrival in Seattle on Thursday 6 March, the students will travel to the US-Canada border Port of Entry at Blaine WA / Surrey BC for presentations and tours organized by the Canada Border Services Agency and US Customs and Border Protection.  Students will learn about the operations of both agencies and how they partner to secure the border against threats while expediting travel for legitimate trade and commerce.  The day will conclude with a Welcome Dinner in Bellingham, Washington and return to Seattle.

On Friday 7 March the Conference will entail 4 panel presentations.  Each panel will focus on an issue of importance to Canada and the United States and last 90 minutes.  Each panel will have two teams.  Each team will be composed of one American and one Canadian student.  Each team will be tasked with researching, presenting and explaining the issue assigned (the American student will present the American position and the Canadian student will present the Canadian position).  Each team will suggest a resolution / solution.   A moderator and members of the audience will be invited to ask questions and / or challenge the presentations and resolutions of two teams.  A team of judges will select the team deemed to have made the best presentation and proffering the most convincing resolution / solution.   The day will conclude with an Awards Dinner. 










STUDENT ELIGIBILITY / SELECTION

A total of 16 students will be selected.  Eight American and eight Canadian.  Students must be full-time undergraduates attending a university in Washington, Idaho, Oregon, British Columbia or Alberta that is a member of the Pacific Northwest Canadian Studies Consortium.  No more than two students will be selected from any one university.  
Interested students must complete the attached application and mail / fax no later than 15 January 2008.  Successful applicants will be notified by 1 February.  Students will be paired (one American and one Canadian for each of the 8 teams) and assigned their issue upon notification.  Students are invited to work with their faculty advisors to see if this may qualify as an independent study to earn course credit.

TEAMS / ISSUES

The American students will present the American position and the Canadian students will present the Canadian position.  Not personal opinions or beliefs!  Each team will need to communicate and work together beforehand to organize their presentations and agree upon a resolution / solution.

The issues to be assigned will be one of the following:

1. Border Security: Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative; PASS cards; Enhanced 	Drivers Licenses; Perimeter Clearance, Visa harmonization
2. Northwest Passage: Sovereign Canadian waters or International waters
3. Multi-Lateral Diplomacy:  Role of the United Nations
4. Gun Control
5. Capital Punishment 
6. Gay Marriage / Gays in Military 


FUNDING 

The Canadian Consulate General is the principal sponsor of the conference. Students will be provided with travel funds (airplane ticket or mileage), two nights shared accommodation in Seattle, ground transportation for the Border Tour and meals.  


AWARDS / PRIZES

One team from each panel will be selected for making the best presentation and proffering the best resolution.  From those four teams one team will be selected as the overall top presenter.  One individual student for best performance will be selected.  Awards and prizes to be confirmed.  $7000 in scholarships were awarded in 2007.




APPLICATION
'Crossing Borders - Issues & Resolutions'
US - Canada Student Conference
Seattle WA 6-7 March 2008

Personal Information

Name. __________________________________ M or F (Circle) Age _____________

University attending. ____________________________ Date of graduation. ________

Course of study. ________________________________________________________

Mailing address. ________________________________________________________

Email. ________________________________________________________________

Phone number. _________________________________________________________

Passport  (Required) / Country of Issuance ___________________________________

Personal Statement

On a separate piece of paper (no more than one typed page) identify 3 issues of the 6 listed on this application that you would be interested in presenting and why you would like to participate in this International Student event.

Letters of Recommendation

Obtain two letters of recommendation.  One must be from a professor you have taken a class with and one from any other member of your university staff or faculty.


Mail complete application package to:
Kevin Cook
Academic Officer
Canadian Consulate General
1501 Fourth Avenue, Suite 600
Seattle, WA USA  98101
206-770-4065 / kevin.cook@international.gc.ca

Application deadline:  15 January 2008

Interested in law school?
Attend a Pre-Law Info Session!

Wednesday, January 16 at 1:30pm with Chanira
Thursday, January 24 at 3:30pm with Chanira
Friday, February 8 at 9:30am with Chanira
Thursday, February 14 at 3:30pm with Peg
Thursday, February 21 at 3:30pm with Chanira
Monday, February 25 at 6:00pm with Peg

All sessions are 1 hour in MGH 191A (Gateway Center Conf Room).
No need to register--just show up.

You will need to attend a pre-law info session FIRST before meeting with a pre-law adviser.

Visit the pre-law website at
http://www.washington.edu/uaa/gateway/advising/degreeplanning/prelaw.php

Subscribe to the pre-law mailing list at
https://mailman1.u.washington.edu/mailman/listinfo/pre-law

Peg Cheng & Chanira Reang Sperry
Pre-Law Advising
Gateway Center, Mary Gates Hall 171
Map at http://www.washington.edu/home/maps/northcentral.html?MGH
206-543-2550