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Potluck date set!

2011-10-03T12:23:00.000-06:00

Hello, everyone! Thanks to those of you who attended the IIC Council Meeting. For those who couldn't make it, we've set the potluck date for Saturday, October 22 at 7pm. We will be feasting, catching up progress, and honoring students who will graduate this fall. Hope to see you there! As a bonus, here are a few photos from the IIC orientation: Thanks everyone for getting involved. Hope

IIC Calendar

2011-09-14T16:01:00.004-06:00

Calendar Updates

2011-09-14T15:50:00.000-06:00

Hello, everyone! Did you know that this blog has a calendar associated with it? I will be entering quarterly events and highlights from the career center and Korbel. You can view it on this blog or find our Google Calendar under the name duiicblog. Remember to share any interesting events you may come across! Thanks!

Hello and welcome!

2011-09-10T13:56:00.005-06:00

Hello, everyone!Welcome to a new year at DU! It's been a long and busy summer, but the scent of autumn is finally in the air. Are you ready for classes to start September 12?I just wanted to give you a quick introduction to myself and this blog. I am Anna, a fellow current student and your IIC communications assistant, and this blog is a place for IIC news, reminders, stories, and similar

Hello! A few reminders for you

2011-05-10T11:58:00.000-06:00

Hello, everyone! Are you ready for finals crunch-time to begin? Hopefully you all remembered to register for fall classes yesterday, and to apply for graduation if you are graduating in the fall. To those graduating in spring or summer, hang in there – you are almost there! Just a few odds and ends: Firstly, thanks to everyone who came out to the quarterly dinner! This

Thinking ahead -- applications for winter interterm India program are due soon!

2011-04-07T13:51:00.003-06:00

Hi everyone! Just a reminder from Susan Rivera that if you want to do the amazing Project Dharamsala you need to sign up soon!Project Dharamsala: We are now accepting applications for Project Dharamsala, an International Service Learning Course that through the combination of academic study, service work, and cultural immersion explores the history, culture, and social justice issues of India and

Festival of Nations

2011-03-29T13:25:00.001-06:00

Happy spring, everyone! A lot of exciting events will be coming your way this quarter, including the Quarterly IIC Dinner on Friday, May 6 at 7pm! The location has yet to be determined but we are thinking of doing Chinese hot-pot. If you have any preferences or location recommendations, please let me (Anna) know. Also, we need volunteers to help staff the IIC booth at the

Great opportunities that involve free food

2011-03-07T13:49:00.004-07:00

Hello, IICer's! Best of luck with finals week.Just wanted to notify you of two delicious and fascinating opportunities coming up soon.March's International Luncheon Featuring Greek CuisineTuesday, 3/8 from Noon to 1International HouseCome enjoy Greek food at the International House on Tuesday for the monthly international meal. Sponsored by Sturm College of Law.Kyrgyzstan Journalist Visit

Reminder of Spring Language Proficiency Exams

2011-02-24T13:14:00.000-07:00

Hey all! Don't forget we need to demonstrate proficiency in a foreign language to graduate. Here's a reminder that spring 2011 proficiency exams will be give as follows: Friday, April 15th, 9:30-12pm Thursday, April 28th, from 6-8:30pm Friday, May 13th from 9:30-12pm You can only test once per quarter, so if you do not pass this exam in spring you cannot graduate until fall 2011 (no exams are

A lovely winter potluck

2011-02-22T13:28:00.003-07:00

Hello, everyone! Just wanted to say thank you for making the Winter '11 Potluck a tasty success. We had Indian curry, Mongolian beef, Irish soda bread, stuffed jalapenos, moussaka, pepperoni bread, chips with fresh guac, a mighty desert spread and more. It was great to see most of the graduating students and fill ourselves before crunch-time begins.Here are a few of my photos, starting with Brian

"I'm not buying it."

2011-02-02T13:10:00.003-07:00

Everyone --Check out this amazing campaign being run by Traffick911.Here is an excerpt:"This coming Sunday, Arlington, Texas, will host the Pittsburgh Steelers and Green Bay Packers for Super Bowl XLV—and some 150,000 out-of-state visitors and nearly 500,000 fans from other Texas towns are expected to pour into the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) area. Tragically, the city lucky enough to host the event

IIC Photo: India!

2011-01-27T12:49:00.005-07:00

Recent IIC alumni Kelly Burt writes: Attached is a picture of IIC students Jillian Bird, Marlena Hartz, and Kelly Burt in front of the Taj Mahal after completing our three weeks of service learning required for Project Dharamsala during Winter Interterm 2010. Experience of a lifetime!For more information on Project Dharamsala and other International Service Learning opportunities offered through

IIC Photo: Ukrainian Music Mash-up!

2011-01-26T13:25:00.003-07:00

Here's something that you don't see everyday:Crazy! IIC student Wendy explains:"I attach here a photo from my time in Ukraine for the blog. It's a concert poster for 50 cent (obvious to even those who don't read Ukrainian) and I like it for the juxtaposition to the "Ukrainochka Ensemble" group to the left. I found the random woman dressed in bondage gear sort of funny. It is also significant that

Sustainability in London

2011-01-26T13:23:00.002-07:00

Happy Wednesday, everyone! Wendy passed along this amazing opportunity:"We would like to extend an invitation to you, or the appropriate colleagues on your team to attend the 2011 Redefining Value: Integrated Reporting and Measuring Sustainability Conference. The conference, held in London on March 25th, will be proceeded by a full day introductory workshop on the Global Reporting Initiative

Chinese New Year Celebration

2011-01-24T14:16:00.003-07:00

Hi everyone! Just wanted to pass along this exciting event. Keep checking Korbel's "daily updates" for more upcoming lectures and speakers, and the IIC calendar here.Chinese New Year CelebrationOn Sunday, January 30, 2011, over 3,000 people will descend upon DU to attend a spectacular multi-cultural event - 2011 Annual Colorado Chinese New Year Celebration: The Year of the Rabbit, 12:00 and 3:30

Multicultural Opportunity

2011-01-12T13:34:00.001-07:00

Happy Wednesday! Here is an opportunity shared by Roshan:The Center for Multicultural Excellence here on campus offers a program every year called Voices of Discovery. It is an intergroup dialogue program that brings together (mostly undergraduate) people from diverse ethnic, religious, and social backgrounds to engage in open, honest discussions of issues and challenges of diversity. It will

A snowy beginning

2011-01-10T11:59:00.006-07:00

Happy January, everyone! We're back in session here at DU and that means lots of news and events coming your way. We should be holding a council meeting shortly and determining a potluck date (to be posted here.) In the meantime, please share what you did over winter interterm -- many IIC students studied and served as far away as Costa Rica and India this December! Keep sending photos and

New Series: Featured Photos!

2010-11-10T13:30:00.009-07:00

Hi, everyone! This is co-pilot Anna reporting for duty. If you are reading this you are invited to send in photos for a new series of posts: Featured Photos by IICers and alums!The rationale behind this is series is that many of us have been, lived in, and worked in amazing places around the globe. IICers have done PeaceCorps, taught English abroad, interned for governments / corporations /

Religion and the Media Course

2010-11-10T11:59:00.002-07:00

Hi everyone! Anyone out there doing a dual degree? Well, here’s some information about a special course you can take during winter break! Religion and the Media RLGS 3693 - 4 Credits  Course Dates: December 13 - 24  On Campus Dates: December 13 - 17*, Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm Online Coursework: December 13 - 22  Instructor: Diana Carvalho  * This course requires

Potluck Recipe Book

2010-11-04T15:47:00.003-06:00

Hi all!Thanks for those of you who submitted your IIC Potluck Recipes. This is just a friendly reminder that anyone who wants a copy can have it -- just contact us through the listserv, our personal emails, or the IIC Facebook page. Here's an example of one of the awesome recipes. Mint Quinoa IIC Chef: Penelope Purdy Ingredients: 16 oz. organic quinoa (Inca grain) 5

OneVoice Presentation TONIGHT

2010-11-04T12:48:00.002-06:00

Internship Search Strategy

2010-11-02T14:43:00.001-06:00

On Wednesday, November 3, Melissa, Associate Director of the OCPD, will discuss steps to finding an internship as well as the necessary paperwork from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM in SIE 150. This session is identical to the previous Internship Search Strategy Sessions.

Happy Halloween!

2010-10-31T13:23:00.001-06:00

Have a great Halloween and don't forget to register for the Winter 2011 quarter tomorrow!

Korbel Halloween Party

2010-10-25T11:54:00.004-06:00

Come celebrate Halloween with your Korbel classmates at Hanson's, this Saturday, October 30th starting at 8 pm (lightrail stop Louisiana and Pearl). Appetizers will be provided, and you'll get a free drink if you get there before 9 pm.To get in, you must purchase a ticket at the Cyber Cafe which are available until Friday. Tickets are $5 this week and $7 at the door.Costumes are encouraged as

The IIC Potluck: A Multicultural Feast!

2010-10-25T11:47:00.009-06:00

Hello, everyone!Thank you so much to everyone who came out to the IIC Potluck this Friday. We had a feast beyond anything we could have imagined, including several types of curry, pad-thai, apple pie, quinoa salad, pierogis, jalapeno poppers, bean dip, edamame, Southern casseroles, and so much more. And when we say so much, we mean... well... look:And that's not even including the extra side

Reminder! Potluck Tomorrow!

2010-10-21T12:27:00.002-06:00

Hi All,Just wanted to remind you that the IIC Fall Potluck is Tomorrow, Friday, October 22nd, from 6 - 10 pm.If you haven't already, please RSVP to kcburt@asu.edu and let me know what kind of dish you are bringing.Thanks and hope to see you tomorrow!

LCHT Launch Party

2010-10-13T11:38:00.001-06:00

Hi All,The Laboratory to Combat Human Trafficking is having a launch party to debut its new website on Wednesday, October 20th, from 5 - 7 p.m. at the TAXI Complex. There will be free appetizers and music! Come show your support!See this link for more information: LCHT Launch Party!Hope to see you there!

Attention new RPCVs!

2010-10-12T10:24:00.000-06:00

Bloggers Wanted: The Office of Graduate Admissions is looking for first year students to maintain a weekly blog (2 blogs per week) for the following programs: International Development & Global Finance, Trade and Economic Integration, Peace Corps Fellows (any program). Our office will hook you up with a Korbel t-shirt and reusable grocery bag, VIP status on our spring kickball team, an invitation

Human Trafficking Clinic Accepting Applications

2010-10-12T10:23:00.000-06:00

Check out this opportunity:The Human Trafficking Clinic will accept associate applications Wednesday, October 13 through Monday, November 1. Associates must make a 3 quarter commitment to the clinic, which includes additional class time and the completion of a significant research project. For more information or to request an application, please email Tessa Powell at tessa_powell@hotmail.com.

FIRE: Live Broadcast from Barbados

2010-10-11T12:38:00.003-06:00

Hi all! If you didn't hear, Professor Margaret Thompson is in Barbados right now covering an important meeting entitled "Strengthening Accountability and Changing Culture to End Violence Against Women in the Caribbean." It's part of the UN Secretary General's Campaign "UNITE to End Violence Against Women."You can listen to the broadcast from the FIRE (Feminist International Radio Endeavor)

Margie Thompson Honored: Denver Justice and Peace Committee 2010 Annual Awards Night

2010-09-28T15:55:00.003-06:00

Let's all show our support to Margie for all of her inspiring, hard work both on and off campus:The Denver Justice and Peace Committee, a local volunteer organization dedicated to promoting human rights, economic justice and lasting peace in Latin America through education, solidarity projects, and nonviolent activism, will be having its 2010 Annual Awards Night Saturday, October 23 at 7:00 PM at

Human Trafficking Clinic Happy Hour

2010-09-23T10:32:00.000-06:00

The Human Trafficking Clinic is hosting a happy hour social for anyone interested in learning more about the research clinic, volunteering on the Task Force, or meeting other students interested anti-trafficking initiatives. Stop by anytime between 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM at The Pioneer (University and Wesley) Thursday, September 23.

Language Proficiency Exams

2010-09-17T14:00:00.002-06:00

Hi All,As IIC students we are required to be proficient in a language other than English. One way to complete this requirement is to take the foreign language proficiency exam, which is offered three times per quarter.The dates and times for fall quarter 2010 are:October 8th, 9:30 am - 12 pmOctober 21st, 6 pm - 8:30 pmNovember 5th, 9:30 am - 12 pmThese dates and times are also posted on the

Department of State Priority Internship

2010-09-17T13:44:00.001-06:00

U.S. Department of State Priority Internship: The priority internship is a fast track opportunity to intern at the U.S. Department of State. This process is intended to recruit students from diverse backgrounds in the broadest sense (e.g. regionally, experientially, culturally) for paid summer internships. In order to be considered,you must submit your resume onto www.korbelcareers.com for

Foreign Service info session

2010-09-17T13:35:00.003-06:00

Interested in joining the Foreign Service?Ambassador Christopher Hill, Dean of Josef Korbel School of International Studies, is pleased to invite you to hear Department of State Assistant Secretary for Consular Affairs, Janice L. Jacobs, speak about the importance of international education, careers in the Foreign Service and the mission of the Bureau of Consular Affairs.The information session

Welcome back!

2010-09-11T11:51:00.002-06:00

Welcome back, new and continuing IIC students! Hope everyone has had a productive and enjoyable summer, and are ready to start a new school year.We are excited to welcome a very impressive group of new students and integrate them into the team.Looking forward to seeing everyone at orientation!

Comments

2010-06-10T16:16:00.003-06:00

From now on, only registered members of this blog are permitted to leave comments.We have been receiving a large number of inappropriate/spam comments, hence the policy change.To become a registered member of the blog, please email me at duiicblog@gmail.com and I will approve you.Thanks!

Internship Opportunity with SIPRI

2010-06-08T20:09:00.002-06:00

Looking for an internship?The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) is soliciting requests for internships for its Countering Illicit Trafficking - Mechanism Assessment Project (CIT-MAP).Interns will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic team in developing a project, focusing on aspects of humanitarian aid delivery, peace-keeping and open source intelligence (OSI) tools,

Congrats, Grads!

2010-06-05T16:31:00.002-06:00

Congratulations to all of those IIC students who graduated yesterday!We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable Summer, and look forward to seeing everyone back for IIC Orientation - MANDATORY for all new and continuing students - on September 11 from 3pm - 7pm.Classes resume on Monday, September 13.Have a great summer!

Hands along the Nile Development

2010-06-05T16:26:00.002-06:00

Hands along the Nile Development is a Virginia-based NGO focusing on development work in Egypt, improving American-Egyptian relations, and other programs in Egypt. The group is organizing an Insight Trip to Egypt in October 2010 for mediators and those working in peace and conflict resolution.Visit http://www.handsalongthenile.org/ for more information.

Human Trafficking Clinic Job Opportunity

2010-05-30T12:17:00.002-06:00

The Human Trafficking Clinic is seeking to fill the positions of Communications Coordinator and Media Coordinator. If interested or have any questions, please contact Alex Monroe at htc@du.edu.

New Album by IIC Alum Mark Hagar

2010-05-28T16:38:00.002-06:00

IIC Alum Mark Hagar has recorded a new album!Check out 12 new songs at http://markalan.4shared.comClick on "Project Mark"Quite the variety of talents among IIC students!

2010 International Essay Contest

2010-05-20T12:45:00.000-06:00

Students up to 25 years old are able to apply for the 2010 International Essay Contest organized by the Goi Peace Foundation and UNESCO. The theme for this year is My Role in Creating a Peaceful World. First prize winners will receive a cash award and a trip to Japan. Deadline to apply is Wednesday, June 30 – for more information, visithttp://www.goipeace.or.jp/english/activities/programs/1001

My first year with IIC - a current student's reflections

2010-05-13T16:08:00.006-06:00

As I look back on my first year with the IIC program, myriad thoughts and emotions illuminate themselves among the lessons learned and stresses conquered.While orientation now seems like a lifetime ago, the fear and anxiety associated with that afternoon remain poignant. As we sat in a circle and listened to all of the continuing students rattle off their unfathomably impressive internship and

Funding Deadline for June

2010-05-13T15:49:00.002-06:00

Were you offered an internship for this summer after the April 30th funding deadline? Don't worry! There's a second round of Paterson/SSF and Destiny Capital Corporation funding opportunities. Log on to KorbelCareers and download the appropriate funding application (domestic or international), complete it, and get it back to our office (BHC 120) by 12 p.m. on June 1st. Applications after June

Dr. Karambu Ringera

2010-05-13T15:44:00.003-06:00

Students for Africa: is hosting a presentation by DU Alumna Dr. Karambu Ringera onMonday, May 17 at 12:00 PM in the Cyber Cafe. Dr. Ringera, a native of Kenya, is a Peace Pro-activist and founder of International Peace Initiatives. She is committed to inspiring and empowering the women and children of Kenya. Pizza and soda will be provided. For more information, please see the attached flyer or

2010-05-11T13:12:00.000-06:00

FINAL ANNOUNCEMENT! TODAY is the Second Annual Appropriate Technologies Expo!11am-2pm inside and outside BCHOrganizations will be showcasing the innovative technologies being used around the world for health, water and agriculture, construction, and alternative energy! Tables will be set up around Korbel all day, and several organizations will be giving presentations on their work (see schedule

Work-Study Positions with the Career Office

2010-05-05T13:55:00.003-06:00

Looking to fill all that free time you have at grad school? The Office of Career and Professional Development is seeking multiple work-study qualified students to work 15 to 20 hours per week. Job duties include, but are not limited to, providing assistance to students and alumni who utilize career services, providing basic resume and cover letter review, job and internship search assistance,

Middle East Discussion Group

2010-05-03T15:51:00.002-06:00

The Middle East Discussion Group will host David Barsamian, author of The Pen and the Sword: Conversations with Edward Said TOMORROW, Tuesday, May 4 at 5:00 PM in the Cyber Café. Mr. Barsamian will discuss his book and answer any questions students may have.

2010-04-27T12:12:00.003-06:00

The Jackson-Ho Forum will host Professor Wang Gungwu as he presents A Conversation on China's Culture tomorrow, Wednesday April 28th from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. in the Schneider Board Room of Daniels College of Business. Professor Wang is the Chairman of the East Asian Institute and University Professor, National University of Singapore. Please RSVP for this free event by sending an e-mail to ccusc@

Spring Newsletter is Out!

2010-04-21T19:32:00.003-06:00

Hey everyone,Check out the latest edition of the IIC newsletter, Perspectives, at:http://www.du.edu/ahss/docs/mfjs/IICNews_Spring10_web.pdfThank you to all IIC students and staff who contributed!

New IIC Career Guide Manual

2010-04-05T13:56:00.003-06:00

Hey everyone,If you haven't already, check out the new IIC Career Guide Manual which Jen Cupp has been hard at work on for the past few quarters! It has a ton of resources and employment information specific to IIC students.The guide can be found here: http://jencoug.webng.com/IICGuide2010.doc. The link will prompt you to open it in Word or save it. The guide can also be accessed on

Human Trafficking Awareness Week

2010-03-31T16:59:00.004-06:00

On Friday, April 9 from 6:30pm - 9:30pm, the Human Trafficking Clinic (HTC)'s Human Trafficking Awareness Week will culminate in a silent art auction at the Access Gallery (http://accessgallery.org/). Come enjoy some free wine and local music while you check out and bid on all the eclectic and creative submissions. We are currently soliciting artwork in any medium from local artists and

African Extravaganza 2010

2010-03-29T13:28:00.003-06:00

For more information visit www.africancommunitycenter.net.

Elephant Energy Volunteer Opportunity

2010-03-22T17:39:00.002-06:00

Elephant Energy is looking for volunteers to work on small-scale renewable energy projects in Namibia, Africa, starting in May 2010. Elephant Energy works to distribute and market small-scale renewable energy technologies in wildlife-rich conservancy areas in rural Namibia. Volunteers should be able to start quickly, think independently, and run projects on the ground relating to small-scale

A History of Slavery: From Past to Present

2010-03-22T17:21:00.003-06:00

Please join us this Wednesday, March 24th for a very special event. The Colorado Coalition for Genocide Awareness and Action welcomes guest speaker, Francis Bok, an escaped slave from the Sudan, to speak about his experience. Included will be a panel discussion focusing on three different slaveries throughout history: the Jewish exodus, the African slave trade, and modern-day slavery in Darfur.

Congratulations, Grads!

2010-03-22T15:48:00.002-06:00

Congratulations to all IIC students, including Jenny, who graduated this winter! We wish you all the best of luck in your future endeavors.For those of you who don't know me, my name is Kelly Burt and I am the new communications assistant to the IIC program. I will be taking the reigns on all IIC social networking. Please bear with me as I attempt to navigate the incredibly big shoes left for

Islam Awareness Week

2010-03-09T09:38:00.002-07:00

Funding for study in London!

2010-03-04T11:56:00.001-07:00

FUNDING FOR POSTGRADUATE STUDY ONLATIN AMERICA, THE UNITED STATES AND THE CARIBBEAN The Institute for the Study of the Americas (University of London) is now calling for applications from well-qualified candidates for its postgraduate degrees.The following funding opportunities are available for students wishing to study one of the degrees below:• AHRC studentships, for students with a history

Summer journalism courses in Prague

2010-02-23T09:49:00.001-07:00

TOL (Transitions) is offering journalism courses in Prague this summer. TOL is a non-profit organisation based in Prague, created to support the development of a strong, independent media. Last year, TOL trained over 300 journalists and journalism students from some 50 countries. Our trainers are professional journalists who have reported for highly-respected media outlets such as the BBC, The

Check out Thomas De Clerck's blog!

2010-02-22T14:24:00.001-07:00

Former IIC student Thomas De Clerck is in Southern Sudan working with the Nuba Project. He periodically post pictures and updates to his blog at http://web.me.com/thomasdeclerck/Expedition_Sudan/Blog/Blog.html. Check it out!

Buy smoothies at Jamba Juice tomorrow--10% of the proceeds go to the Human Trafficking Clinic

2010-02-11T11:55:00.002-07:00

Update from IIC student Thomas De Clerck

2010-02-11T10:05:00.001-07:00

Greetings from East Africa!As of Thursday February 4th I've safety arrived in Nairobi, Kenya, met up with Steve Riley the Executive Director of The Nuba Water Project, and have begun filing the necessary paperwork in order to obtain a proper visa to enter Southern Sudan. As is not always the case in getting official documents in Africa the process has been up to this point surprisingly smooth.

Fellowship Opportunity

2010-02-02T14:05:00.001-07:00

Dear IIC students, colleagues and alumni,The Center for Judaic Studies at DU has opened up its 2010 Call for Proposals to "The Dr. Irwin E. Vinnik Fellowship for Advanced Study in Israel," a fellowship is offered each year to sponsor research projects related to Israel, Judaism, interfaith awareness and more.As it aims to foster intercultural learning and dialogue, the Vinnik Fellowship is an

Boulder Film Festival

2010-02-02T11:24:00.000-07:00

Hi everyone,This looks pretty cool. Check out the details at http://www.biff1.com/ and let me know if you want to go!Here are some film synopses: Soundtrack for a RevolutionFriday, 9:15pm, The ChurchUSA/France/UK, Feature Documentary, 2009, 83 minOn the Academy Awards short list 2010From the Cannes and Tribeca Film Festivals A young black man sits politely at the "whites only" counter in a

Help Haiti and get paid!

2010-01-28T10:40:00.000-07:00

ACET, Inc. has received an immediate request to provide assistance to the devastation from the recent earthquake that has befallen the nation of Haiti. We are looking for anyone interested in going to Haiti to help for a 3- 6 month period. There are no particular skills sets defined at this point, except the willingness to help wherever needed. We will be presenting folks and highlighting their

Film Screening: The End of Poverty?

2010-01-25T12:31:00.000-07:00

The End of Poverty?Thursday, February 47:00 PMMercury Cafe2199 California St, Denver$10 suggested donationGlobal poverty did not just happen. It began with military conquest, slavery and colonization that resulted in the seizure of land, minerals and forced labor. Today, the problem persists because of unfair debt, trade and tax policies — in other words, wealthy countries taking advantage of

2010 Z Media Institute

2010-01-25T12:28:00.000-07:00

Applications are being accepted now through February 12 for the 2010 Z Media Institute, which is to be held June 6 to June 14.Z Media Institute (ZMI) was started in 1994 by the cofounders of Z Magazine and South End Press to teach radical politics, media, and organizing skills; the principles and practice of creating non-hierarchical institutions and projects; and a special emphasis on vision and

SHORT-TERM TRAVEL GRANTS (STG) PROGRAM

2010-01-22T18:50:00.000-07:00

2010-2011 FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITYSHORT-TERM TRAVEL GRANTS (STG) PROGRAM IREX is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for the 2010-2011 Short-Term Travel Grants (STG) ProgramSTG provides fellowships to US scholars and professionals to engage in up to eight weeks of overseas research on contemporary political, economic, historical, or cultural developments relevant to US

Human Rights Internship Opportunity

2010-01-18T14:54:00.000-07:00

Looking for an internship in human rights?The International Service for Human Rights is seeking interns to observe and learn about both the United Nations (UN) human rights system and the international human rights non-governmental community through full- and part-time internships from 3 - 6 months at the Geneva, Switzerland, Office of the International Service for Human Rights (ISHR).Deadlines

Tuesday Haiti events

2010-01-18T14:50:00.000-07:00

Tuesday, January 19, 6:30 – 8:00 pmDriscoll Gallery“Haiti: Understanding and Reaching Out” a panel discussion and conversation. Speakers will be: Prof. Lynn Holland (JKSIS), Figaro Joseph (Haitian graduate student at JKSIS), and Fr. Ed Morgan (co-founder Colorado Haiti Project). They will address the political history of Haiti, provide a Haitian native’s view of the country and current

Amazing Job Opportunity in Denver!!!

2010-01-14T11:30:00.000-07:00

Position: Senior Editor for the American Water Works AssociationIf you join us at the American Water Works Association (AWWA), the authoritative resource on safe water, you will be part of a team that advances public health by serving the drinking water industry. Located next to beautiful Marston Reservoir in Denver, Colorado, we're one of the world's leading providers of technical and

Help Haiti!

2010-01-14T11:22:00.000-07:00

The strong 7.3 earthquake that rocked Haiti has left this impoverished nation in a state of ruin.Nearly every building over one-story has collapsed. The Presidential Palace has collapsed. Schools have fallen, hospitals have fallen, and hotels have fallen. The ministries of finance and other depart-ments, Supreme Court, and Parliament have all collapsed as well.This strong earthquake and its 20+

Legal and Legislative Internships at Colorado's Capitol

2010-01-12T11:32:00.000-07:00

The Internships That Matter!Law Week Colorado, Colorado's newspaper for lawyers, and State Bill Colorado, an electronic legislative news service, again this spring are offering journalism, communication and political science students the opportunity to help write the first draft of history from the corridors of power. Writing & Reporting, Both Individual and Team:Students assigned to State Bill (

Miryam Brand Holocaust Film Project

2010-01-12T11:28:00.000-07:00

Institute of International Education Internship

2010-01-06T10:28:00.000-07:00

We are in the process of interviewing for several intern positions, the first of which is an internship in our Educational Services department, assisting with the Fulbright seminar to be held here in March. The complete job description is below. This internship is available immediately so if you’re interested, please respond to Emily Bosio, the Educational Services Manager (ebosio@iie.org).The

Welcome Back!

2010-01-04T14:06:00.000-07:00

Hello IIC'ers! I hope that everyone had a wonderful winter break and that you all are ready to jump into the new quarter. The IIC Program, JKSIS, and other campus organizations have a wide variety of activities and seminars planned for the next several weeks. Please check the calendar posted above for dates, times, and brief descriptions of these events. Throughout the quarter, I will also post

Shop for a Cause!

2009-11-19T10:29:00.001-07:00

Great Opportunity for Holiday Shopping: Elephant Energy will be selling BoGo lights (solar powered flash lights) TODAY, November 19 and Friday, November 20 during lunch in the Cyber Café as a part of their holiday fundraising efforts. Elephant Energy is a local non-profit that promotes rural development and nature conservation in Africa through the dissemination of small-scale renewable energy

Donate Canned Food and Toiletries to Crime Victims

2009-11-12T09:55:00.000-07:00

Food donations can be made in Sturm College of Law to build Thanksgiving Care Baskets for families at the Denver Center for Crime Victims (DCCV). These families have suffered violence in their lives and need our help and support – donations can be made in the College of Law Forum and also by the South Entrance. Collections will be taken until Friday, November 20.Other needed items include:

Israel/Palestine: Hearing and honoring the voices

2009-11-09T14:22:00.000-07:00

By: Thomas De Clerck, Second-Year IIC StudentFor decades, a grueling conflict has been taking place between the Israeli Jews and the Palestinian Arabs in the Middle East. Throughout human history this horrific war has survived numerous attempts toward peace and tranquility, continuing to desecrate the Holy Land and preventing the people and this unique region of the world from achieving true

Workshop: Effectively Managing Conflict in the Workplace

2009-11-05T14:25:00.000-07:00

Presented by The Conflict CenterWhen: : Nov. 18, 2009Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm1 hr. Lunch BreakWhere:The Conflict Center4140 Tejon St.Denver, CO. 80211To sign-up, contactNikki Schmidt303-865-5633SIGN-UP BY NOV. 13th.Price: $150.00Do you work with challenging people where conflict arises regularly?Do you work in teams where productivity and cohesiveness are reduced by conflict?Do you want to learn

Urgent Action Fund

2009-10-27T09:42:00.000-06:00

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIESWe are currently accepting applications for a Member of Rapid Response Grantmaking (RRG) Team (Posted:10/16/2009)Job Description and RequirementsThe OrganizationUrgent Action Fund for Women’s Human Rights (UAF) is an international human rights foundation dedicated to the support of women activists working in conflict or crisis situations. Through our programs of Rapid

Professional Grant Development Workshop

2009-10-19T13:01:00.000-06:00

The Grant Training CenterProfessional Grant Development WorkshopMaster the techniques of writing superior and winning proposalsProposal Writing I: October 26 – 28, 2009To be held at:University of ColoradoBoulder, Colorado Sponsored by: The Grant Training CenterOnline at: Grant Training CenterThis intensive three-day grant proposal workshop is geared for: 1) those who wish to strengthen their

Opportunity to live, study, and intern in Germany!

2009-10-15T10:05:00.000-06:00

Greene: Gays' good deeds not enough for churchBy Susan GreeneDenver Post ColumnistPosted: 10/04/2009 01:00:00 AM MDT MOSCOW — A crowd of more than 10,000 young Moldovans materialized seemingly out of nowhere on Tuesday to protest against Moldova’s Communist leadership, ransacking government buildings and clashing with the police.The sea of young people reflected the

Social Justice and Art: A Blog by IIC Student Brandi Stanley

2009-04-07T14:14:00.000-06:00

Brandi Stanley, Master's candidate in the International and Intercultural Communication program at the University of Denver, has launched a new blog, called social he(art), at http://socialheartblog.com.Pairing social justice with art, the social he(art) blog acts as a forum featuring artists of varying mediums of visual art (painting, photography, design, etc.) who support social justice. Either

'Dead Aid,' Dead Wrong--Op Ed by Michael Gerson

2009-04-03T11:48:00.000-06:00

'Dead Aid,' Dead WrongBy Michael Gerson Friday, April 3, 2009; Page A19 The broad American belief that foreign aid is stuffed down tropical rat holes has been recently reinforced by a young Zambian, Oxford-trained economist named Dambisa Moyo. Her book, "Dead Aid," has launched her as a conservative celebrity, feted by Steve Forbes and embraced by the Cato Institute.Read more: http://

Welcome, and Welcome Back!

2009-03-24T11:56:00.000-06:00

Hello IIC'ers! I hope that everyone had a wonderful Spring break and that you all are ready to jump into the new quarter. The IIC Program, GSIS, and other campus organizations have a wide variety of activities and seminars planned for the next several weeks. Please check the calendar posted above for dates, times, and brief descriptions of these events. Throughout the quarter, I will also post

An amazing part-time job opportunity for graduate students!

2009-02-23T10:21:00.000-07:00

If I didn't already have a summer internship lined up, I would definitely apply for this:JOB POSTINGPHIPPS CONFERENCE CENTERThe Phipps Conference Center is seeking an Event Coordinator. The University of Denver’s Phipps Conference Center is the host venue for wedding ceremonies and receptions, social, corporate, and philanthropic events. The Phipps Conference Center is comprised of a Georgian

Internship Opportunity: Haiti Program Intern

2009-02-02T12:17:00.000-07:00

Internship Description:Mission Statement: To improve the quality of life for the Haitian people, particularly children, through education, nutrition, and healthcare.Internship Position: Hope for Haiti Program InternInternship Description: The Program Intern works directly with the Program Director in overseeing consistent and effective program development, implementation and maintenance in the