Below are this week's advising updates:
* With the end of Priority Enrollment I am back on my normal advising schedule. Appointments every day except Tuesday afternoons - I have walk-ins available from 1-3:30 on those afternoons.
* Please make sure you are registered for classes for the spring semester - if not schedule an appointment with me before Winter Break!
* Classes of Interest:
- FREN 387: Francophone Environmental Literature
Examine issues such as climate change, environmental and social justice, natural disasters and resource extraction in the French-speaking regions of the Pacific Ocean, the Caribbean, Africa, France, Canada, and the Indian Ocean. This course is taught in English and can be substituted in the theme Global Resources & the Environment.
- GEOG 380: Geography of Africa
This course provides an overview of the major physical and human landscapes in Africa. Prominent past and current events will be placed into a spatial context in an attempt to develop insight into the interrelationships that exist among people, cultures, countries, economies, and the environment, not only within Africa, but between Africa and the rest of the world. This course can be substituted into the Africa & Middle East region.
- JAPN 333: Japanese Business Culture & Protocol
Learn the standard of Japanese business culture and other related social protocols. This course is taught in English and can be substituted into either the Asia & Eurasia region or the Identity, Culture & Society theme for the major or minor.
- RELG 381: When the World's Religions Came to Lincoln
The Religious Studies Program is offering their Special Topics course next spring and will be focusing on the ever-changing religious landscape of Lincoln. This course can be substituted into the Identity, Culture and Society theme for the major or minor.
- RELG 398: Eastern Orthodoxy - Past, Present and Future
This course will examine the history and theology of the Eastern Orthodox churches, from the beginning of Christianity to the modern day. We will examine how and why Christianity split into two factions, the West becoming Catholic and the East Orthodox. Students will learn the basics of Orthodox theology, as well as the Orthodox view on various moral issues. We will look at how Orthodoxy spread to different countries all over the world, which lead to their unique historical experiences. This course can be substituted into the European region.
* Internship Opportunities:
PAID INTERNSHIP IN DC: University of Nebraska is seeking a summer student intern at their DC Federal Relations Office. They have posted the attached position description on Handshake, job number 3328175. In addition, University of Nebraska students may apply for the 2020 University of Nebraska Washington, DC Professional Enrichment Academy, a free, value-added weekly program for all University of Nebraska summer student interns in Washington, DC. The priority deadline (including guidance on housing) is February 1 and the final deadline is April 15. Please let me know if you would like posters/cards to advertise the DC Academy. For more information visit: https://nebraska.edu/offices-policies/university-affairs/federal-government-relations/dc-intern.
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE STUDENT PROGRAMS:
Deadline February 4 - Rangel Summer Enrichment Program for Summer 2020 - For sophomores, juniors, and seniors from historically underrepresented minority groups, women, or those with financial need with a 3.2 GPA or higher. Includes 6 credits in international affairs at Howard University including engagement with the international affairs community in Washington, D.C. to learn about and prepare for future careers. A great opportunity for those interested in foreign affairs, particularly students whose academic programs do not include such coursework. http://rangelprogram.org/summer-enrichment-program/
Opening January 2020 - Unpaid Student Internships for Fall 2021 - For rising juniors, seniors, and graduate students with a 3.0 GPA or higher. Opportunities both at home and overseas at our embassies and consulates. https://careers.state.gov/intern/student-internships/
PEACECORPS JOBS: As a grassroots international development organization, Peace Corps provides technical assistance to countries that have requested it in a wide variety of positions throughout the world. They are currently accepting applications, with a January 1st deadline, for overseas departure in July, August & September of 2020.
January 1st, 2020 Application Deadline, Departing Overseas July, August & September 2020
Secondary Education Math Teacher – Tanzania
High School Science Teacher – Mozambique
Primary and Secondary Education English Teacher – Cambodia
Secondary Education – TEFL/English Teaching – Ukraine
Secondary Education English Teacher - TEFL Certificate – Zambia
English Teacher and Teacher Trainer – Indonesia
Community Agriculture Promoter – Paraguay
Besides these Featured Positions, you can view all 64 open opportunities here: https://www.peacecorps.gov/volunteer/volunteer-openings/.