Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month | |
Happy Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month! Throughout the month of May, we recognize and celebrate the historical and cultural contributions of peoples of Asian and Pacific Islander descent in the United States. | |
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Thinking Beyond Stereotypes in Asian American Media (click here to RSVP)
Date: Tuesday, May 9, 2:00 - 3:30 PM ET
Brief Description: Public discussions of Asian American media representation are often overdetermined by narratives of the racial injury of Hollywood stereotypes, or what Black feminist Patricia Hill Collins called “controlling images.” But how have Asian American communities, performers, artists, and thinkers challenged and refigured those controlling images for their own purposes?
This panel brings together the authors of four new books in Asian American media and cultural studies to examine historical, ethnographic, feminist, transpacific, and queer of color approaches to this question. Beyond simply contributing to knowledge “about” Asian American subjects, each book shows us how Asian Americanist critique expands the possibilities of traditional disciplinary fields.
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International Perspectives on Nonprofit Governance and Leadership (click here to RSVP)
Date: Friday, May 12, 12:00 - 1:30 PM ET
Brief Description: Nonprofit leadership doesn't take place in a vacuum, and that's especially apparent when considering nonprofit leadership across different national contexts. Variation in laws, cultures, and many other factors can have a big impact on what it takes to effectively lead a nonprofit. Join this conversation with international nonprofit leaders to hear their insights on effective NGO leadership, management, board engagement, and fundraising.
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Fundraiser: Help support DACA Travelers in a U-M Class!
The Undocumented Student Program at the Office of Academic Multicultural Initiatives is currently fundraising to support DACA beneficiaries in a course trip! This trip to Canada is one component of a course taught by Professor Ashley Lucas and is being organized in collaboration with undocumented and DACAmented students. International Perspectives on Theatre for Social Change brings together enrolled students and folks from communities beyond our campus to think about the ways that performance can play a part in social justice struggles. This course entails a study abroad component: a visit to the University of Toronto to see various theater performances.
DACA beneficiaries are participating in this course, and this fundraiser will cover all legal fees and other travel costs related to ensure their safe travel to and from Canada. In order to make sure this trip is a success, they would like to request your help in the following ways:
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Registration Open - Woodenfish Humanistic Buddhist Monastic Life Program
A recent alumna from the Global Social Work Practice Pathway has shared this opportunity that she had previously participated in. The Woodenfish Humanistic Buddhist Monastic Life Program has reopened for the first time since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. The program spans one month in the summer, and this year, it will take place in Taipei, Taiwan in a Buddhist monastery. The purpose of this program is to help students learn about history, philosophy, and meditation, with traditional cultural excursions. Applications are considered on a rolling basis. Click here to learn more.
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Professional Opportunities | |
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UNITAR Human Rights Council Training Program - June Edition
Application Deadline: N/A
Brief Description: UNITAR is delighted to offer the Fifth edition of the Human Rights Council Training Program. This course will run in parallel to the real UN Human Rights Council in Geneva and aims at providing participants with in-depth knowledge on human rights and the functioning of the UN’s key body to promote them. In line with UNITAR's mandate, this program aspires to enhance participants' knowledge and skills in the areas of human rights and international affairs. This will empower them to take on leadership roles in their respective environments and thereby continue to promote the respect for human rights in the world. UNITAR further intends to strengthen the participants’ conviction of the principles enshrined in the UN Charter, especially human rights. It lastly aspires to give its participants the opportunity to gain valuable insights into possible employment opportunities in the United Nations system. Click here to learn more and apply.
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Multiple Positions Available: Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service
Application Deadline: N/A
Brief Description: Since 1939, Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service has offered welcome and hope to refugees in the United States. They have several job openings available. These include:
For a full list of the available positions, click here to access their job postings page.
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Multiple Positions Available: International Rescue Committee
Application Deadline: N/A
Brief Description: The International Rescue Committee responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises to help to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. They have several job openings available. These include:
For a full list of the available positions, click here to access their job postings page.
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Multiple Positions Available: Jewish Family Services of Washtenaw County
Application Deadline: N/A
Brief Description: As the only resettlement agency in Washtenaw County, JFS has resettled thousands of individuals from all over the world since it’s conception. The Resettlement & Integration Services Program at JFS assists refugees and immigrants, and their families with critical social services needed to ease their transition into their new communities.
For a full list of the available positions, click here to access their job postings page.
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