Study Modern Greek at SWSEE

Learn first-year Modern Greek language this summer at Indiana University on June 17 - August 12. This intensive summer course, which encompasses a full year of language instruction, is part of the respected 2011 Summer Workshop in Slavic, East European, and Central Asian Languages (SWSEEL). Features include the following:

. Covers the equivalent of one academic year in eight weeks of first-year Modern Greek language (8 undergraduate credits/6 graduate credits, 160 contact hours)
. All participants pay in-state-tuition rates
. Affordable on-campus housing is available
. Daily classes in grammar, reading, writing, speaking, and listening (Monday-Friday 9am - 1pm)
. Foreign Language Area Studies fellowships are available, and the course is FLAS-eligible through your home institution or IU. For more information see: http://www.indiana.edu/~swseel/funding/flas.shtml.
. Apply at www.indiana.edu/~swseel. The priority deadline for funding consideration is March 21, 2011.

For more information, visit www.indiana.edu/~swseel or contact Adam Julian at 812-855-2608, swseel@indiana.edu, or Ballantine Hall 502, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN 47405. For inquiries specific to Modern Greek curriculum, contact Professor Frank Hess at flhess@indiana.edu.

Learn Dutch This Summer at IUB

What: 1st and 2nd year Summer Dutch Courses – 8 credits in 6 weeks!
When: Summer Session I, May 10-June 16
Where: IU Bloomington
ALL STUDENTS QUALIFY FOR IN STATE TUITION

Learn Dutch language and culture through reading, movies, coffee hours, and more!
An online option for 2nd year Dutch will be available in Fall 2011.

This summer, Indiana University Bloomington will be offering intensive courses in both 1st and 2nd year Dutch during summer session (May 10-June 16). The 1st year course does not require any prior knowledge of Dutch, while the 2nd year course will build on students' Dutch linguistic skills and expand cultural knowledge of the three countries where Dutch is spoken. Both courses will encompass reading, composition, and conversation as well as special activities such as movies, coffee hours, and more. Each course is equivalent to one full year of Dutch and fulfills 8 undergraduate credits or 6 graduate credits, and in-state tuition is available for all students. In addition, an online option for 2nd year Dutch will be available in Fall 2011!

More information and registration can be found at http://www.indiana.edu/~sdi/index.shtml.

Northwestern University's Global Engagement Summer Institute

I'm writing to announce the final deadline (April 1) for applications to Northwestern University's Global Engagement Summer Institute (GESI), which combines study abroad and experiential education through academic coursework at Northwestern and international internships in Bolivia, India, Nicaragua, Uganda, and South Africa.

The program admits approximately 40-50 non-Northwestern students every summer. I thought you could share this opportunity with students, administrators, and faculty before our application deadline passes.

Students receive:
* intensive pre-departure coursework and training at Northwestern (topics covered include international development history, community development principles, team decision-making processes, and leadership in multicultural environments)
* 2 full Northwestern course credits (equivalent to 6 semester hours)
* a four to five member team-based internship at a vetted community-based organization abroad
* a local home-stay
* 24-hour on-site supervision, care, and support
* a comprehensive post-trip reflection and Final Learning Summit at Northwestern

Nuts & Bolts:
* Who: all undergraduates or recent graduates may apply (alumni represent nearly 40 colleges and universities (http://mycge.org/our-model/gesi-alumni/)
* Where: Bolivia, India, Nicaragua, South Africa, or Uganda
* When: June 18- August 20, 2011
* Deadlines: applications accepted on a rolling basis until April 1

Students may find GESI's three-step application process online. A wealth of information on the program -- including course syllabi, program costs, and logistical information -- can also be found at our website, gesi.northwestern.edu.

I would be very grateful if you could take a moment to share this unique opportunity with your colleagues and students. I am available at gesi@northwestern.edu and 847.467.0844 to answer any questions you may have. We look forward to receiving strong applicants from your school.

With regards,
Nicole

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Nicole Patel
Assistant Director
Center for Global Engagement at
Buffett Center for International & Comparative Studies Northwestern University 620 Library Place Evanston, IL 60208
w: gesi.northwestern.edu
o: 847.467.0844
c: 847.602.3616

Second IU World Language Festival (Saturday, April 9; 12:30 - 4:30 p.m.)

The Second IU World Language Festival is fast approaching! It will be held on Saturday, April 9th, from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Help prepare Hoosiers to engage and thrive in the 21st century global economy.
WLF is designed to encourage K-16 students to study world languages by introducing students, parents, teachers, and the public to the endless language opportunities offered at IU Bloomington and by actively engaging them in presentations led by our wonderful language faculty and associate instructors.

WLF will be lots of fun for everyone, with live language and culture lessons, musical performance, twisty balloons, face painting, and more. It is free and open to the public. To register, visit http://www.indiana.edu/~wlf/registration.html. For more information, go to http://www.indiana.edu/~wlf/.

Online Summer Courses Offered by the Career Development Center

The Career Development Center and Arts & Sciences Career Services office is happy to announce that two of our career courses, ASCS Q294: Basic Career Development and ASCS Q299: Job and Internship Search Strategies for Liberal Arts Students, will now each have one section offered online during the first summer session of 2011. The 2-credit career courses assist freshmen through seniors with career exploration, planning, and development, as well as with job/internship search information and support.

ASCS Q294: Basic Career Development is designed for freshmen and sophomores who are choosing a major or exploring career fields. The course includes three steps for making informed career decisions:
• Self-definition: Explore interests, values, skills, and personality as they relate to careers and occupational environments.
• Structured decision-making: Choose a potential major or career using a systematic method.
• Research in depth: Discover new information about majors and careers and become familiar with campus and community resources.

This course is ideal for students who want to:
• Explore a variety of majors or career choices.
• Better understand how their personality, interests, values, and skills relate to majors and careers.
• Research particular careers or majors in depth.
• Learn a structured, systematic method of career planning.

By the end of this course, students will understand clearly how academic choices relate to career options.

ASCS Q299: Job and Internship Search Strategies for Liberal Arts Students teaches students how to conduct an effective job search. Students learn fundamental skills, including how to:
• Craft a targeted resume outlining relevant skills and qualifications.
• Write about past experiences in a cover letter.
• Apply interviewing strategies to market their skills and experiences.
• Network effectively.

By the end of the course, students will also be able to:
• Analyze how their skills, interests, and values should influence their career decisions.
• Convey the value of their full educational experience to potential employers.
• Find and use the research tools available on campus and online.
• Prepare for a smooth transition from college to postgraduate life.

Regardless of where a student is in their academic or career development, the ASCS courses will provide valuable information that can be drawn upon at any stage in their future. Students can now set themselves apart from the competition, and do it from the convenience of any location. Please contact the Career Development Center at (812) 855-5234, or iucareer@indiana.edu, with any questions you may have.

Summer African language offerings

Summer session I: May 10 to June 16, 2011

Elementary Wolof (LING X101and X102)
MTWRF - 9:30A - 11:30A & 1:00P - 3:00P

Summer session II: June 17 to August 12, 2011

Elementary Swahili (LING S101 and S102)
MTWRF - 9:30A - 11:30A & 1:00P - 3:00P

Interested students can join the newly established Swahili Flagship program by taking intensive intermediate courses (S201/202) in the fall and intensive advanced courses in the spring (S301/302)) to be eligible for summer and academic year at State University of Zanzibar, Tanzania

Intermediate Swahili (LING S201 and S202)
MTWRF - Time: 9:00am to 12:30pm
Interested students can join the newly established Swahili Flagship program and do regular advanced courses during Fall (S301) and Spring (S302) to be eligible for summer and academic year at State University of Zanzibar, Tanzania

For more information please contact:
Alwiya S. Omar, aomar@indiana.edu
African Language Coordinator, Memorial Hall 326, 855 3323
African languages: http://www.indiana.edu/~afrilang
Swahili Flagship: http://swahili.indiana.edu/

Career Development Center Newsletter March 7-11

IN THIS ISSUE:

* ON-CAMPUS INTERVIEWS (RESUME SUBMISSION DEADLINES)
* FEATURED JOB AND INTERNSHIP POSTINGS
* OUT ON THE JOB
* BIG TEN CONFERENCE CAREER EXPO
* SCIENCE AND RESEARCH NETWORKING NIGHT
* APPOINTMENTS FOR STUDENTS SEEKING FEDERAL EMPLOYMENT
* FIND US ON FACEBOOK AND TWITTER!

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ON-CAMPUS INTERVIEWS (RESUME SUBMISSION DEADLINES):

3/9/11: SIGMA-ALDRICH, Chemist-1: Biochemist/Chemist, Schedule ID 222
3/21/11: AMERICAN MARKETING & PUBLISHING, Outside Sales Account Manager, Schedule ID 227
3/21/11: UNIVERSITY DIRECTORIES, Sales and Marketing Internship, Schedule ID 229
3/23/11: VICTORIA'S SECRET PINK, Victoria's Secret PINK Campus Representative Internship, Schedule ID 226

Submit your resume and learn more about these and other positions through myIUcareers.

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FEATURED JOB AND INTERNSHIP POSTINGS

Don't forget to check the full-time, part-time, and internship postings on myIUcareers. Below is a preview of what is currently available.

Full-time positions:

* Vibes Media, Account Coordinator, Client Service, Job ID 11297
* C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc., Entry Level Transportation Sales Representative, Job ID 11336
* Professional Specialty Publications, Advertising Sales Executive, Job ID 11350
* Management Systems International, USAID Foreign Service Limited Officer Positions in Afghanistan, Job ID 11132
* Teach Memphis, Memphis Teaching Fellows, Job ID 11294
* Provident Funding, Mortgage Professional, Job ID 10973

Internships:

* Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance, Public Relations Internship, Job ID 11249
* BigTenSportsWatch, IU Sports Journalist, Job ID 11259
* McDonald's Inc., Instructional Design Internship, Job ID 11296
* Sunrise Greetings, Editorial Intern, Job ID 11246
* LaForce + Stevens, Summer Intern, Job ID 11340
* Time Out Chicago, Art & Design Intern, Job ID 11434

Part-time positions:

* Boys & Girls Clubs of Bloomington, Summer Program Coordinator Crestmont (Non-Work Study), Job ID 11421
* Indiana Institute on Disability & Community, Community Resource Researcher (Non-Work Study), Job ID 11312
* Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions, Student Advisor (Non-Work Study), Job ID 11286
* IU Graduate Studies Office, Undergrad Work Study (Work Study), Job ID 11194
* IU Office of Student Financial Assistance, Graduate Assistant: Computer Support (Work Study), Job ID 11253
* Monroe County CASA, Inc., Clerical Assistant (Work Study), Job ID 11357

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OUT ON THE JOB
Wednesday, March 9, 6:30-8 p.m.
Georgian Room, Indiana Memorial Union

Have you thought about being OUT in the workplace? Wondering how to be an effective Ally?

If so please join IU staff, Alumni, and career professionals in diverse careers for an evening of networking. Guest speakers will participate in a panel discussion focusing on their career paths, organizational opportunities, and sharing advice for students as GLBT employees and Allies entering the world-of-work.

Event Sponsored by: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender Student Support Services and The Career Development Center.

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BIG TEN CONFERENCE CAREER EXPO
Friday, March 11, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Union Station, Indianapolis, Indiana

The Big Ten Conference Career Expo is a great place to look for a job or internship or find a new opportunity if you are experienced. It is open exclusively to students and alumni of the 11 Big Ten universities. This Career Fair is not like all the others - In a survey following the 2010 event, 80% of the employers said they were going to contact students and alumni for job openings that they met at the Expo!The Expo is held in conjunction with the Men's Big Ten Basketball Tournament.

* Free to attend!
* Open only to Big Ten students and alumni.
* Companies come to hire for internships, full-time employment for recent college grads and positions for those alumni looking to make a career change.
* Two breakout sessions will be held - "Careers in Sports" and "New Media in the Workplace - Careers and Opportunities"
* Cyber Cafe at Expo to update and print resumes or meet friends. On site consultants available to review resumes and coach candidates on the spot.
* Giveaways throughout the day!
* Business casual attire for participants and employers.
* Special student ticket rate for Big Ten Basketball Tournament available through your university ticket office (must be a current student).

Got to http://www.bigtencareerexpo.com/registrant/ for more information.

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SCIENCE AND RESEARCH NETWORKING NIGHT
Tuesday, March 22, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Chemistry Building Room 122

Please join IU Alumni and career professionals in diverse careers within science and research for an evening of networking. Panelists will discuss their career paths, organizational opportunities, and provide advice for students entering the world-of-work. Each event will also include an introduction to networking, light refreshments, and the opportunity to engage with the panelists. The Networking Night Series is a collaboration between the IU Career Development Center and the IU Student Alumni Association.

Registration required through your myIUcareers account.

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APPOINTMENTS FOR STUDENTS SEEKING FEDERAL EMPLOYMENT

The Partnership for Public Service is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that works to revitalize our federal government by inspiring a new generation to serve and transform the way government works. Amy Bush, the Federal Service Student Ambassador for Indiana University, will hold office hours at the Career Development Center (625 N. Jordan Ave.) throughout the spring semester to assist students in finding internships and full-time jobs with the federal government.

To schedule an appointment: Visit your myIUcareers account and sign up for a time slot under the "On Campus Interviews" tab.

Below is an overview of dates that are currently available for appointments:

MONDAY APPPOINTMENTS: 2:30-5 p.m.
* 3/21/11
* 4/4/11

WEDNESDAY APPOINTMENTS: 2:30-5 p.m.
* 3/9/11
* 3/23/11
* 3/30/11
* 4/6/11
* 4/13/11
* 4/20/11

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FIND US ON FACEBOOK AND TWITTER!

Join the Career Development Center's Fan page on Facebook and follow us on Twitter to receive updates on events and services, interesting career news, and much more.

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/IUCareers
Twitter: http://twitter.com/iucareers

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For more information on these and other events, visit www.iucareers.com and sign in to your myIUcareers account.

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When you're looking for jobs, be sure to check the job listings (by using the "search jobs" feature) as well as the Interviews and Events tabs to find jobs that will have on-campus interviews.

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BENEFITS OF myIUcareers:

Participate in on-campus interviews for internship and full-time employment/Access online postings for part-time, internship, fellowship, and full-time positions/View the IU Career Development Center and Arts and Sciences Career Services calendar of interviews and events and RSVP for workshops and employer information sessions/ Obtain contact information for employers actively partnered with the Career Development Center and Arts and Sciences Career Services

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To UNSUBSCRIBE log into your myIUcareers account at www.iucareers.com and check "no" to the listserv question on your profile or simply reply to this email with the text "Unsubscribe" and your IU username.

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Career Development Center and Arts & Sciences Career Services, on the corner of 10th and Jordan, (812) 855-5234, www.iucareers.com or www.indiana.edu/~career

Survey of Student Travelers’ Knowledge, Attitude and Practice for the Prevention of Infectious Diseases - Call for Participants

How much do you know about staying healthy and safe when traveling? Help us find out by being one of 150 participants on the Indiana University-Bloomington campus.

Participation will be compensated with a custom wristband.

Inclusion criteria include any student currently enrolled at Indiana University, Bloomington, that is planning a vacation before the end of the Spring semester, 2011.

After agreeing to participate in this study you will be sent via email a link to an online survey which you can complete anywhere you like. After you return from your vacation, you will be asked to complete another online survey. Total participation time should take less than 20 minutes.

If you are interested in participating, please contact us at travelhealthiu@gmail.com. Alternatively, please contact Ms. Alexia Franzidis, the co-investigator (Recreation, Parks and Tourism Studies) at afranzid@indiana.edu

**Please note if you are currently enrolled in either Dr. Michael Muehlenbein or Ms. Alexia Franzidis’ classes you are ineligible to participate in this study.**

IRB Approval Date: Feb 23, 2011
IRB Study # 1102004855

2nd 8-week undergradu​ate course has been added: EDUC-U 212: Media, Culture and Education: A Global Perspectiv​e

Announcing a second eight-week class on “Media, Culture, and Education: A Global Perspective” (EDUC U212 Section 35376)

INTERESTED IN MEDIA AND EDUCATION? HOW DOES MEDIA SHAPE AND BE SHAPED BY EDUCATION IN A GLOBAL
ERA? THIS 8-WEEK (2 CREDIT) COURSE PROVIDES AN OPPORTUNITY TO SHARE VOICES, PERSPECTIVES AND IDEAS

U212: Media, Culture and Education: A Global Perspective
Time: Wednesdays 5:30pm to 8pm (March 9th— May. 4th)
Place: Willkie C (WI) C111
Class Section: 35376
Registration is open now.

This course, “Media, Culture and Education: A Global Perspective,” offers a critical introduction to the various relationships between media and education in a global era and enables students to understand how different individual, group, and national cultures have influenced the making, interpretation, and analysis of media products.

In this course, students will not only be the viewers and analysts of media products, but will also learn to become the designers and producers of media products made for their own use. Moreover, this course will provide opportunities for students to experience different perspectives in and of the media, provided by activities like the documentation of half of our sections from different vantage points with our own designs, performed by the instructor and the students together. We will also compare and analyze data collected from classrooms in three other countries by setting up video cameras to record classes in the U.K., China, and Singapore, producing “live documents.”

This course is available to all undergraduate students for two credits. For more information, please contact the instructor at yimwang@indiana.edu.

Summer Internship with Campus Special

The Campus Special is the industry’s leader in college marketing. We are based out of Atlanta and Chicago and work with over 100 universities nationwide. In 2010, The Campus Special made the Inc 5000 and was recognized by Inc Magazine as one of the fastest growing private companies in the US. Our internship program was nominated in 2009 as one of the best places to intern by Intern Bridge. We are the nation’s largest publisher of coupons on college campuses and recently launched a virtual Food Court for ordering food online at all universities.

As an Account Executive for The Campus Special, you will develop the skills that cannot be taught in a classroom. Gain hands-on experience in account management, advertising, sales, customer service, marketing, and learn advanced communication skills. Extensive training is provided at our 4-day, all-expenses-paid training conference in Chicago where you will meet over 300 interns from around the country, listen to guest speakers, attend workshops, and more! This is not your typical summer internship where students are restricted to secretarial tasks such as filing, faxing, and fetching coffee for management.

Through our summer internship program, we have helped over 2,000 students gain the experience they need to launch their career in business, marketing, advertising, public relations, sales, and communications. Our Career Partners include prestigious companies such as AT&T, ADP, ESPN, Kraft, News America Marketing, iCrossing, CBS Radio, Aerotek, Eli Lilly and more.

Visit http://www.CampusSpecial.com to view intern testimonials, read our FAQ, and apply online!

Title: Account Executive - Sales & Marketing
No of Openings: 2-3
Work Schedule: Summer 2011
Hours per Week: 35 - 40
Wage/Salary: $3,000 - $6,000, commission based

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Key Responsibilities: Work one-on-one with local business owners in your college town. Learn advanced selling techniques, marketing, and advertising. Manage clients, accounts, and receivables.

Training: In Chicago, 4-day all expenses paid

Qualifications: Outgoing, social, motivated, hardworking, & disciplined. Minimum 2.50 GPA

Majors / Minors: business, marketing, management, entrepreneurship, advertising, sales, public relations, communications, finance are preferred; open to all majors

Application Instructions: Positions fill quickly, so apply today at http://www.CampusSpecial.com/internship/apply?program=summer