The Center for International Studies (CIS) is the Global Education Gateway of Ohio University. 
For more information on the Center, please visit the Center for International Studies website.

International Studies Weekly - March 19, 2018
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Student Senate
The CIS representative to Student Senate is Zach Reizes, who can be reached by email at  zr020914@ohio.edu

You can follow Student Senate on Twitter and Instagram at @OHIOUSenate.
Graduate 
Student Senate
The CIS representative to Graduate Student Senate is Abubakkar Sidik Sesay, who can be reached by email at 


Director's Office Hours
Center for International Studies Director Dr. Lorna Jean Edmonds will hold open office hours this week on Wednesday, March 21 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. in the Yamada International House.

Ongoing Library Exhibition
ELIP Writing Lab

Gordy 009
Mon-Thurs
6-9 pm
Save the Date

Global Professional Development Series
Global Leadership Center Guest Lecture
Queer Tangueras & Rebellious Wallflowers: Lecture
Sustain OHIO Essay Contest
Submissions Due Friday, March 23
Global Leadership Certificate 
Applications Due March 20
COMCorps
Are you looking for a meaningful opportunity for after graduation? Do you want to stay close to Athens and give back to the community? 
 
Consider  COMCorps, an AmeriCorps program housed in OHIO's Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine. COMCorps members serve approximately 38 hours each week in Athens or Washington County, serving at schools, local nonprofits and government agencies.
 
In return for 1,700 hours of service, members receive a $13,732 living allowance, a $5,920 education award that can be used for past federal loan debt or future educational expenses, and life-changing experiences.

 
During their year of service, members GIVE their talents, GROW themselves and SERVE the region TOGETHER as part of a 24-member corps.
 
COMCorps makes for a great gap year, a way to gain professional experience or a safe place for those graduating who aren't sure about their next step.
 
Stay a Bobcat and give back to a community that gave you so much. 
The application is currently live and can be found by visiting   https://www.ohio.edu/medicine/community-health/commun ity-clinic/programs/comcorps.cfm  
 
#JoinCOMCorps
Yale University Internship
Application Deadline April 1, 2018

Yale University has an established internship program for students enrolled in, or recent graduates of Master's degree programs related to international higher education. It is a 6-12 month paid full-time internship. It may be good for someone graduating who really wants to get their "foot in the door" in international education but isn't having much luck finding a permanent position right now. You can find the information here: 
http://oiss.yale.edu/about/oiss-staff/internship-program
University of Bayreuth Summer School
Application Deadline: April 30, 2018
Graduate Individual Interdisciplinary Program
Applications accepted for graduate Individual Interdisciplinary Program
Information sessions to be held in April

The Ohio University Graduate College is accepting applications for the Individual Interdisciplinary Program (IIP) for master's and doctoral degree students. The program provides an opportunity for interdisciplinary graduate study with a focus outside of other existing degree programs at the university.
 

Graduate College - Graduate Student Senate Travel Awards
Application Deadline Tuesday, March 20
The Graduate College, in collaboration with Graduate Student Senate, offers current graduate students two grant opportunities to support their research, scholarship and creative activities.

Original Work Grant
The Original Work Grant (OWG) supports research and creative work. It is intended to fund direct, project-related expenses such as travel, lodging, materials and equipment related to research. Any graduate student enrolled for at least 1 credit hour and pursuing a graduate degree at Ohio University can apply for this grant.

Travel Award
The Travel Award (TA) supports travel to present original work, including research and creative works. The Travel Award is intended to enhance graduate education through participation in seminars, workshops and conferences, fostering professional development to further students' careers. The award attempts to cover a majority of the costs associated with such travel.

Application Deadline: Tuesday, March 20, 2018, 5 P.M.

Email any questions to  gssgrantreview@ohio.edu or call the Graduate College at 740.593.2800.
9th University Scholars Leadership Symposium (USLS) 2018
Humanitarian Affairs Asia and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) will host the 9th University Scholars Leadership Symposium (USLS) 2018 at the United Nations, Bangkok, Thailand from August 1-7, 2018. The theme of the Symposium is "INSPIRING CONFIDENCE, INSPIRE CHANGE".
 
The USLS is a week-long Leadership Conference on social development for young leaders from all over the world. The purpose is to instill a sense of social responsibility as well as to cultivate the attributes of selfless giving among our emerging world leaders. The young participants will learn what it means to give back to the community and to be challenged to respond to the needs of the marginalized with works of kindness and unconditional service. Delegates will have the opportunity to expand their professional network and understanding of world affairs. They will be motivated to use their knowledge and leadership skills to impact communities in need.
 
To view a short video of the previous 2017 USLS, please click here

Call for Papers
Further information can be found on this page on the CIS website.

Deadline for Abstract Submission: March 30, 2018
June 25-28, 2018
University of Ghana-Legon, Accra

16th Saint Mary's University International Conference
Deadline for Abstract Submission: April 1, 2018
July 25-27, 2018
African Union Conference Center, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
A Look Ahead
 
Unity Walk - Monday, March 26

The 2018 Unity Walk will be on March 26, beginning at 4:00 p.m. outside the first floor entrance to the Baker University Center.

Join the Bobcat community to celebrate the diversity of OHIO and walk in unity with community members, faculty, staff, students and anyone who calls Athens home.

A reception in Walter Hall will follow the Unity Walk.

International Week 2018
   


OHIO's Cherry Trees
 
Don't miss the blossoming of the Ohio University Cherry Trees over the next few weeks. The trees are located near the Hocking River and the Convocation Center. You can also follow the progress through the slideshow on this website.
This article provides additional information.


Here is a photo taken by Dashaun Slaughter on March 18.

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