Intersections of Social Justice: Online Community-based Learning Course - Summer 2017 with Georgetown University

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Dear Colleagues:

Please share widely - Georgetown University’s Center for Social Justice Research, Teaching, & Service is actively recruiting Visiting Students for the third year of our online community-based learning course, Intersections of Social Justice. Course dates are June 5-July 28, 2017.  Read more below, apply here, and learn more about tuition, credit, and visiting student policies here. Questions can be directed to Amanda Munroe, CSJ Assistant Director for Social Justice Curriculum and Pedagogy at csjcbl@georgetown.edu.

See you online!

Interested in going deeper this summer?

The Georgetown University Center for Social Justice Research, Teaching & Service (CSJ) announces UNXP 030-130 CBL: Intersections of Social Justice, a trans-disciplinary, community-based learning (CBL) course offered online June 5-July 28, 2017. The course is designed to deepen the community-based internship or service to which you have already committed this summer.

Earn 1, 2, or 3 credits learning core theories of social justice and applying skills for social change to your field experience, while interacting with a close-knit learning community through our globally connected online learning platform.

WHO? - YOU

To participate, you...

1.   must already be committed to a community-based and/or social justice project for most of the summer (at least 6 weeks, ~10-30 hours/week), anywhere in the world, including Washington, DC;

2.   must have regular access to a stable high-speed internet connection;

3.   must be flexible, excited to learn, eager to reflect on your experiences, and hopeful for how to do social justice /community-engaged work better; and

4.   will be learning from your peers - undergraduates like you, doing community-based work around the world.

WHO? - US

Intersections is taught online by Dr. Andria Wisler, Dr. Michael Loadenthal, Dr. Jennifer Rosales, Dr. Jennifer Grubbs, Amanda Munroe, M.A., and Kyra Hanlon (SFS’16) of the CSJ through Georgetown’s learning platform CANVAS. Read our bios here.

HOW?

Fill out this short Intersections Interest Form. We will get in touch with you within 2 weeks.

WHY?

Intersections puts the “learning” in “experiential learning.” Approaching your community-based work experience as a text for learning, Intersections offers opportunities to do sustained reflection with students doing  social justice all over the world. Classwork integrates field-based learning with trans-disciplinary concepts central to social justice and immediately applicable to your work. Intersections is one of the best ways to internalize learning. We promise an unforgettable experience!

8 WEEKS. 1, 2, OR 3 TOTAL CREDITS:

To augment your community-based work, you will engage in the full eight weeks of Reflection (June 5-July 28) no matter how many credits you register for (1, 2 or 3). In addition to the eight weeks of Reflection, you will enroll in up to 3 modules. Each module is 2 weeks in length. Choose between two different module options, or choose only reflection for each of the “A”, “B”, and “C” 2-week sections. You must enroll in at least 1 module (= 1 credit) in addition to reflection in order to gain credit for the course.

Modules A: June 12 - June 25

Option to enroll only in Reflection

OR

A1: Reflection + Conflict Analysis and Mapping with Dr. Michael Loadenthal

OR

A2: Reflection + Cultural Humility in Social Justice with Amanda Munroe, M.A.

Modules B: June 26 - July 9

Option to enroll only in Reflection
OR

B1: Reflection + Rhetoric of Social Protest and Social Justice with Dr. Jennifer Grubbs

OR

B2: Reflection + Research Methods for Social Justice with Dr. Michael Loadenthal

Modules C: July 10 - July 23

Option to enroll only in Reflection

OR

C1: Reflection + Peace Education with Dr. Andria Wisler

OR

C2: Reflection + Culturally Responsive Evaluation with Dr. Jennifer Rosales

Detailed descriptions of the modules and an FAQ page are accessible at csj.georgetown.edu/intersections.

Qs? Email CSJ's, Assistant Director of Social Justice Curriculum and Pedagogy, Amanda Munroe at csjcbl@georgetown.edu.​

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Amanda Munroe MA | Assistant Director, Social Justice Curriculum and Pedagogy 

Center for Social Justice Research, Teaching and Service 

Georgetown University | 1421 37th Street NW | Suite 130, Poulton Hall | Washington, DC 20057

tel: 202.687.6282 | email: asm96@georgetown.edu |  web: csj.georgetown.edu

Make an appointment during my office hours

Job Opening: Senior Coordinator for Community Engagement at the University of Georgia

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The Center for Leadership and Service at the University of Georgia is excited to announce an opening for Senior Coordinator of Community Engagement.

The Senior Coordinator for Community Engagement is responsible for the development and implementation of community service engagement programming and events, including ServeUGA (a service based student organizations), Dawg Day of Service, the annual Volunteer Fair and Careers in non-profits fair, and Leadership UGA program. This position helps coordinate Dawg Camp Classic City with the Assistant Director for Leadership and New Student Engagement. This position is the primary point of contact for local non-profits and assists with the coordination of community service-based programming for the division.  

To learn more about the specific responsibilities of the Senior Coordinator for Community Engagement, visit www.ugajobsearch.com and search for posting number 20170761.  The priority deadline for applications is May 19, 2017.

If you are interested in this position and have questions, feel free to reach out to me directly!

Best,

Kyle Anderson

Senior Coordinator for Campus and Community Outreach

Center for Leadership and Service

University of Georgia

201 Tate Student Center

Athens, GA 30602

Phone: (706) 542-6265

Email: andkyle@uga.edu

Call Of Papers The International Undergraduate Journal for Service-learning, Leadership and Social Change

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As you complete the Spring semester, please share this with your students.

The International Undergraduate Journal for Service-learning, Leadership and Social Change has a call for papers.  You can view the Journal at http://opus.govst.edu/iujsl/

The Journal is dedicated to providing undergraduate students a venue to discuss their service-learning projects and experiences.  The Journal considers three types of articles:

            1) Articles that discuss the development of a service-learning project and the  

                 impact of the project on the community served;

            2) A case study of a service-learning project;

            3) A reflection on service-learning and the development of personal leadership.

Each article will be reviewed by selected readers and the member of the editorial board.  Manuscripts should be typed double-spaced, excluding block quotations which should be typed single-spaced, and references.  To ensure anonymity, author’s names and affiliation should appear on a separate cover page.  Articles should not exceed 15 pages.  Authors should follow APA format.

The Journal accepts Book Reviews on service-learning and social change.  Book reviews should not exceed 2 pages and include Book Title, Author, and Publisher.

Submissions should be sent in Word format.  DO NOT HAVE HEADERS OR PAGE NUMBERING.

Submit by e-mail to:

Ned Scott Laff                                                             Joyce Fields

ned.laff@gmail.com                                                  Professor of Child and Family Studies

                                                                                     Columbia College                                                                                                                                                        jfields@columbiasc.edu

Semester Programs in Washington, DC

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Dear Colleagues,

The Fund for American Studies is currently accepting applications for the Fall 2017 Capital Semester and the Fall 2017 Leadership and the American Presidency programs in Washington, D.C.

If your students are interested in spending a semester immersed in today’s foreign, domestic, and economic policy, please encourage them to apply by the final deadline of June 1!

Sponsored by The Fund for American Studies, in partnership with George Mason University, these academic internship programs both offer undergraduate students a first-hand look at international affairs and public policy through:

• An internship placement  in foreign affairs or public policy
• A full time course load in international economics and government
• Exclusive lectures, briefings and professional development seminars
• Housing just steps from the Supreme Court, Library of Congress and U.S. Capitol building 

Our goal is to help students close the gap between theory and practice by developing skills to work on today’s most pressing global and domestic policy issues. We are committed to providing an educational experience that will prepare students for a successful career in domestic, economic, or foreign policy and beyond. 

Scholarship funding is still available and students should apply by the final deadline of June 1, 2017. Please share the announcement below with students who may be interested in spending their fall semester in Washington, D.C. Students may also visit www.DCinternships.org/CS for more information on admission and program requirements.

Questions may be directed to at admissions@tfas.org or 202.986.0384 Thank you for your time and consideration.

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Live. Learn. Intern. in Washington, DC - Fall Semester

August 23 – December 8, 2017
Final Deadline: June 1
** Scholarship Funding Available**
www.DCinternships.org/CS

Two Exciting Programs to Choose From!

·         Capital Semester. in  International Affairs

·         Leadership and the American Presidency

Program Components:

·         Internship in Public Policy or International Relations: Intern 30-35 hours a week on Capitol Hill, at a think tank, NGO, or government agency and gain insight and practical experience in domestic and foreign policy issues as well as insights to international affairs career tracks. Issue areas that you could be working on in the fall include:

o   Public diplomacy between U.S. & Muslim countries

o   Reducing poverty in Africa through economic development

o   Syrian relief operations

o   Combating human trafficking

o   Challenges facing inner-cities and urban areas

o   Financial development and monetary aid in Asian countries

o   Global climate change and renewable energy

o   Integrated strategies for national security threats

o   U.S. Education System

o   Human rights advocacy

o   Russian expansion in Eastern Europe

o   Free-trade policy

o   Or many other exciting options in humanitarian relief, aid and development, international trade and commerce, global health and education, defense and national security or peace building and conflict resolution

·         International Economics and Government Coursework: Combine theory and practice and take courses on international economics and government for 12 academic credits from George Mason University.

·         Exclusive Lectures and Site Briefings: Engage in debate and discussion on salient issues in foreign policy and international affairs with prominent scholar-practitioners, and attend exclusive briefings at key Washington institutions including the State Department, World Bank and foreign embassies.

·         Small Group Networking: Meet with seasoned practitioners including CIA Analysts, Foreign Service Officers, USAID Agents, Peace Corps Volunteers, UN Aid Workers, and various other foreign policy professionals to learn about career paths in international affairs.

·         Mentor Program: Connect with a seasoned practitioner in your field of interest who will serve as a professional mentor during and after the program. He or she will provide tips for living in Washington as well as career advice and networking contacts. 

·         Housing: Students will live in furnished apartments in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington, DC and are matched with other Institute participants as roommates. The apartments are located steps from the Capitol building, Supreme Court and Library of Congress, and provide easy access to the DC metro transportation system.

·         Scholarships: More than 70% of students receive scholarship awards based on financial need and merit.

SEE WHAT ALUMNI ARE SAYING

Check out this recent blog entry to read the profiles of three recent alumni who leveraged their experience with the DCinternships semester program into full-time jobs in Washington.

“I couldn’t have gotten my current job without my TFAS internship. The Fund for American Studies gave me the opportunity to gain valuable internship experience on the Hill, working on a number of hot-topic policy issues that helped elevate my job prospects in D.C.”

Marisa DiGiuseppe
University of Miami
Capital Semester - Class of Fall 2016
Former Intern, Office of Sen. Dianne Feinstein

Visit www.DCinternships.org/Alumni to read more testimonials from past program participants.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis until the final deadline of June 1, 2017.

Please visit www.DCinternships.org/CS  for more details and to begin an application. Questions may be directed to semester@tfas.org  or 202.986.0384.

CONNECT WITH US

Connect with us on Social Media to learn more!

Twitter: www.Twitter.com/DCinternships

Facebook: www.Facebook.com/DCinternships

Instagram: www.Instagram.com/DCinternships

Blog: www.DistrictGPS.wordpress.com

George Washington University - Position open Washington DC

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The George Washington University is creating an exciting opportunity for an innovative leader to help establish the AT&T Center for Indigenous Politics and Policy (CIPP) in the College of Professional Studies (CPS). This is a major academic center for cross-disciplinary research, post-secondary education, and issue advocacy in the nation’s capital dedicated to exploring both the political and policy aspects of issues facing Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian peoples.
The Center for Indigenous Politics and Policy will advance the University’s engagement with indigenous populations already in place through its Native American Political Leadership Program (NAPLP), a scholarship program that provides full scholarships to Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian undergraduate and graduate students to study in residence at GW.
CPS invites applications from qualified applicants to this full-time research faculty position with an administrative appointment as Director of the AT&T Center for Indigenous Politics and Policy. This is a non-tenure track, 12-month, limited term position at the assistant or associate professor level. This position will begin as early as July 2017 and is renewable depending on availability of funding.
The CIPP Director will report to the Dean of the College of Professional Studies and will actively foster scholarly research and programming focusing on the broad political aspects of indigenous politics, culture, and sovereignty; develop internal and external partnerships to further the CIPP’s strategic priorities; and identify and cultivate potential donors for CIPP initiatives.

To apply: https://www.gwu.jobs/postings/41081

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Amy B. Cohen

Campus Awards for Service Projects

INSPIRING Service Awards Will you help us recognize students and groups who are making a difference at your school and in the community?  We're seeking students, groups, and schools who have dedicated personal time and effort in service to others.  Awards are attainment based - we'd love to celebrate MANY who are making a difference to show the world what service looks like across countless people and a vast range of causes! 2 weeks remaining to apply!  May 5, 2017 deadline

LEARN More EARLY ANNOUNCEMENTS Sapphire Award Texas State University + APPLY - Groups Group Awards Emerald Award University of Illinois + APPLY - Students Student Awards Student Honor Award University of Cincinnati

The 2016-17 Inspiring Service Awards have been created with a special emphasis to connect personal and collective community service with progress toward the UN Global Goals. The awards are attainment based; this structure underscores one of our core beliefs: everyone has the possibility to achieve greatness through personal commitment. Copyright © 2017 Purposeful Networks, All rights reserved. School Service Activation Program Our mailing address is: Purposeful Networks 1776 Mentor Ave Suite 200 Cincinnati, OH 45212

Call for Proposals: Community Engagement Administrators Conference

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North Carolina Campus Compact’s
2017 Community Engagement Administrators Conference (CEAC)
"The Future of Alternative Breaks: Deeper Learning and Impact"

June 6-7, 2017

Elon University, Elon, NC

Call for proposals: deadline extended to May 1

Registration: closes May 19

We are currently seeking workshops related to best practices/models for program structure, implementation, and sustainability of alternative breaks. We are excited to host this follow-up to the 2013 CEAC focused on alternative breaks.

Keynote speakers include Melody Porter and Shoshanna Sumka, two of the authors of “Working Side by Side: Creating Alternative Breaks as Catalysts for Global Learning, Student Leadership, and Social Change” published in 2015. Dr. Beth Niehaus will share her recent research that looks at how alternative breaks fit into students’ broader experiences including the relationship between what students do after they return from their ABs that helps them build on their experiences and perceived gains in social justice and diversity orientations.

Conference registration is $75/pp for individuals from Campus Compact member institutions. The cost is $100/pp if from a non-member campus. Though CEAC is typically geared for faculty and staff, student leaders of alternative break programs are also welcome this year.

Start the conversation: #NCCEAC
Spread the word: https://www.facebook.com/events/1794088120917863/

Leslie A. Garvin, MSW

Executive Director

North Carolina Campus Compact

2257 Campus Box

Elon, NC 27244

(336) 278-7198   Phone

Follow me on Twitter: @garvin_leslie

www.nccampuscompact.org

Uniting campuses, empowering students, impacting communities

EESW | Application Deadline Extended

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EXTENDED APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications for the 2017 Emerging Engagement Scholars Workshop are due  Friday, April 28, 2017. A Pre-conference Event of the Engagement Scholarship Consortium Annual Conference September 24-25, 2017 Birmingham, Alabama This intensive professional development program provides advanced doctoral students and early career faculty with background literature, facilitated discussion, mentoring, and presentations designed to increase their knowledge and enhance their practice of community engaged scholarship. Participation is limited, and interested applicants must be nominated by their faculty advisor/mentor or department chairperson. APPLICANTS FOR THIS PROGRAM SHOULD BE: Doctoral students or junior faculty members with an interest in community engagement and engaged scholarship, and/or who are involved or interested in research that contributes to their discipline while making a positive impact on external stakeholders. APPLICANTS MUST ALSO DEMONSTRATE: ·         A desire for new learning about engaged scholarship. ·         An interest in working with faculty across disciplines to explore and learn more about how engaged scholarship might be carried out. ·         The capacity to effectively communicate the results of their research to public, academic, and other external audiences. The application process for the Emerging Engagement Scholars Workshop is competitive, with only 15-20 participants selected each year. WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS: ·         Master classes on the foundations of community-engaged scholarship, and practical themes such as building an engagement dossier, etc. ·         Critical reviews of participants' proposals of community-engaged research projects. ·         Panel discussion with faculty, administrators and cooperative extension staff on disciplinary, institutional type, and community partner considerations for engaged scholarship. ·         Small group work with a designated faculty mentor (includes discussion about methods and theories, with a focus on each individual participant's proposed engaged scholarship). ·         Panel discussion with journal editors from peer-reviewed publications that publish engaged scholarship. ·         Panel discussion on the challenges, successes, and professional pathways related to engaged scholarship. Through the generous support of its Board of Directors, the Engagement Scholarship Consortium Conference provides registration scholarships to all Workshop participants, so that they can take full advantage of the larger conference program. EXTENDED APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications for the 2017 Emerging Engagement Scholars Workshop are due Friday, April 28, 2017. For information and for application materials, go to: engagementscholarship.org/eesw