Week 5 Modern Languages Newsletter
"Success is liking yourself, liking what you do, and liking how you do it." - Maya Angelou
Academic Advising Updates: Study Abroad and Out of Office Dates
Sydney Webb is the Academic Advisor for the School of Global Integrative Studies and the Modern Languages department. You can make an appointment with her through MyPLAN or see her drop-in hours at the link below.
**Drop-ins are via Zoom only** Continue reading…
CAS Career Coaching Updates
Our CAS Career Coaches Meagan and Kristen want to help you set yourself up for career success! Check out these upcoming events and opportunities to enhance your career development.
Continue reading for this week's update on the Career Fair and an opportunity to win prizes! Continue reading…
Spring 2022 World of Migrants Events
Check out the Spring 2022 for the Department of Modern Languages & Literatures' World of Migrants series. Up next: Film Night! Join us in the Language Lab (301 Burnett) on Feb. 25 at 5:00pm for "A Home Called Nebraska" + speaker to discuss DMLL's Becoming American course.
Nebraska’s Hasan responds to COVID -19 with a new academic book on Pain and Suffering.
New Book: On Pain and Suffering
A Qur'anic Perspective
ABLA HASAN - FOREWORD BY JONATHAN E. BROCKOPP.
Publisher : Lexington Books (January 31, 2022)
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Join Spanish Club!
Learn more about the language and culture of Spanish-speaking countries! Meetings this semester are in Burnett 103 from 6:00-7:30pm every other Thursday.
Spring 2022 meetings: February 10, February 24, March 10, March 24, April 7, April 21, and May 5
Japanese Conversation Tables
Join the Kawasaki Reading Room on Wednesday nights from 5:00-6:00pm to practice your Japanese language skills!
Valentine's Pick Me Up Monday with KRR!
Valentine's Day plans or not, Kawasaki Reading Room has you covered! Stop by for a caffeine fix and some chocolate goodies!
February 14 from 11:00am-4:00pm
Free Sushi and Mamemaki Kits for Setsubun!
On February 24th, the Kawasaki Reading Room will be giving out free sushi kits and mamemaki kits in celebration of Setsubun. Stop by from 11:00am-2:00pm!
Global Café this week on Teaching Abroad!
You're invited to attend the School of Global Integrative Studies' first Global Café of 2022 on Teaching Abroad! Join us for a roundtable with 5 UNL grads who have followed their wanderlust and got jobs teaching abroad.
Tuesday, February 15, 2022
12:00-1:00pm CST on Zoom
International Job and Internship Opportunities Events
Learn about international job and internship opportunities through organizations and companies located in Nebraska. This 2-day event will take place on 2/15-2/16 from 1-2:30pm on Zoom.
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Gilman Scholarship Writing Workshop - 2/20
The deadline to apply for the Gilman Scholarship is approaching on March 1! Attend this Writing Workshop on February 20 (2-4pm, Nebraska Union Heritage Room) to get help with understanding the essay questions, tips for strong essays, and feedback on what you have written so far.
More details at: https://go.unl.edu/gilman
Gilman Scholarship Application Party - 2/24
Work on wrapping up your Gilman Scholarship Application! Work with staff to complete cost adjustments/estimated budgets, ask questions about the applications, and talk with a Husker Hub specialist about your financial aid package!
Thursday, February 24, 4-6pm
Nebraska Union Heritage Room
Teach English in Russia
English Teaching Opportunity at the American Home in Vladimir, Russia. Application deadline is March 1st. This is an exceptional opportunity to experience Russia in a uniquely supportive atmosphere and to accomplish something worthwhile in the process.
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Free Professional Clothing!
Whether you're attending the Career Fair this week or just building up your professional wardrobe for the future, make sure you're dressed to impress! The Career Closet is open to CAS students to take 3 free items of clothing per semester.
Stop by Hawks Hall 102
Tuesday-Thursday, 11:00am-2:00pm
Husker Trade Talks
Join the Yeutter Institute for Husker Trade Talks, featuring free lunch (or breakfast!), and gain useful knowledge about issues in trade and career insights from experts at the top of their field.
20 spots are saved each month, RSVP is required! Continue reading…
Apply for Intelligence Community Scholars
Interested in National Security? Apply for IC Scholars, an academic mentoring program designed to help you succeed in a career in intelligence, national security, and public service!
Applications due February 21 Continue reading…
Call for Nominations: Chancellor's Outstanding Contribution to Women Award
Nominations are open for the Chancellor’s Outstanding Contribution to Women Award. Consider nominating outstanding faculty, staff, and students who have worked to create a climate that encourages women-identifying individuals to succeed at UNL! Continue reading…
Frederick Douglass Global Fellowship
The Frederick Douglass Global Fellowship honors the legacy of the abolitionist and statesman with a fully funded summer study abroad program for students of color who exemplify leadership, social justice, agitation for positive change and cross-cultural understanding.
Deadline: 2/14 Continue reading…
Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Summer Enrichment Program
This 6 week summer program is designed to provide undergraduates with a deeper appreciation of current issues and trends in international affairs, a greater understanding of career opportunities in international affairs, and the enhanced knowledge and skills to pursue such careers.
Deadline: 2/15 Continue reading…
Calling all students: Volunteer to model for 'Global Glam' fashion show
All students, both domestic and international, are invited to volunteer to model traditional clothing representing their heritage and home countries during the "Global Glam: A Night of Fashion, Diversity and Community" fashion show March 26 at the Wick Alumni Center. Continue reading…
International students encouraged to complete International Student Experience survey by Feb. 25
All international students are invited to share their experience at UNL by completing the International Student Experience (ISE) survey from Feb. 7 to 25. Insights from the survey will help UNL improve the learning experience and community support for international students. Continue reading…
Life in Lincoln returns
The International Student and Scholar Office (ISSO) is excited to bring back Life in Lincoln! Students will have a weekly opportunity to enjoy activities around the campus and the Lincoln community and make new friends. Continue reading…
Apply for Lead for Nebraska!
Lead for Nebraska is recruiting the next cohort of AmeriCorps fellows! This program places recent graduates in Nebraska's rural communities to serve by adding capacity to local nonprofits, gain experience with civic leadership, learn about development, start powerful networks & more.
Apply by 4/15
Apply for UCARE before February 15!
Undergraduate Creative Activities and Research Experience (UCARE) supports UNL undergraduates to work one-on-one with faculty research advisors in research or creative activities. Applications are closing on 2/15 for Summer 2022 and Academic Year 2022-2023.
Writing Center Consultant Applications Open!
The Writing Center is hiring Writing Consultants for the 2022-23 academic year! Do you like talking with other students about writing? Would you enjoy working as part of a diverse, supportive community? Students from ALL majors are encouraged to apply.
Keep reading for more info! Continue reading…
Originally published February 14, 2022 -
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