Upcoming Events & Opportunities

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Merson Center Lecture Series

Holly Schissler
NELC, University of Chicago

"Islam and Nationalism in the Late Ottoman Empire: Perspectives of an Emigre from the Russian Empire"
Wednesday, January 18, 2006
3:30 p.m.
Mershon Center
Room 120

This lecture is open to the public.
Sponsored by the Center for Middle Eastern Studies Center, the Department of History, and the Mershon Center for International Security Studies.

Holly Shissler received her BA in Anthropology from Vassar College and her Ph.D. in Near Eastern History from UCLA. Her researh focuses on the intellectual history of the late Ottoman Empire and early Turkish Republic. Her book Between Two Empires: Ahmet Aaolu and the New Turkey appeared in 2003 from I. B. Tauris. She is currently on leave from the University of Chicago's Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations and is a Keddie-Balzan Fellow in the Department of History at UCLA.


Perspectives on London's Notting Hill Carnival

by Ruth Tompsett (Middlesex University) and
Clary Salandy (Artistic Director of Mahogany Arts Ltd.)
Wednesday, January 18 4:00-5:30
Roy Bowen Theatre - Drake Performance Center
Sponsored by the Departments of Theatre and Design and the Center for
Folklore Studies.

Ruth Tompsett is principal lecturer in drama and performing arts at Middlesex University. She introduced Carnival Studies to the B.A.P.A. degree
program at Middlesex in 1986 and has established a widely used Carnival Archive and Study Resource at there. She organized the "Catch the Spirit: A
Carnival Arts Conference" at the Museum of London in 1997 and co-organized the Black Theatre in Britain Conference at the University of London two
years earlier. She is a long-standing adviser on carnival arts with Arts Council England and recently served on the Mayor of London's Carnival Review
at the Greater London Authority. She has published writing on both black theatre and carnival arts and has contributed in an advisory capacity to a
number of carnival-related exhibitions and performances.

Clary Salandy grew up in Trinidad and came to the United Kingdom to student theatre design at Central Saint Martin's School of Design in London. While
there her interest in Caribbean carnival developed and she established contacts within the London carnival community. She designed her first band
(masquerade band, not musical) in 1985, and together with technical director Michael Ramdeen set up Mahogany Carnival Band in 1989. Mahogany Arts is now a successful business, taking on commissions for costume design and production commercially, for carnivals mand other events. They have taken
carnival to Dubai and Singapore and made study visits, focusing on festival arts, to India and Brazil. Her mas bands for Notting Hill Carnival have won
numerous awards.

Mershon Center Lecture Series

Alexander Wendt and Raymond Duvall
"Sovereignty and the UFO"

Thursday, January 19, 2005
12:00 p.m.
Mershon Center for International Security Studies
Room 120

This lecture is open to the public. Lunch will be served to invited faculty and guests who RSVP to Ann Powers, powers.108@osu.edu, no later than Tuesday, January 17, 2006. Alexander Wendt is Ralph D. Mershon Professor of International Security Studies at the Mershon Center. Raymond Duvall is Professor of Political Science at the University of Minnesota.

Healthy Asian Youth Program (HAY 2) Seeks Volunteers

We are seeking committed and responsible college students to take part as volunteer teacher/mentors. Teachers will work with young students and spend time identifying and addressing the trials and tribulations of adolescence, as well as each student's academic needs. Besides the enormous experiential benefits, volunteers will receive written records of hours, professional references based on performance, free personal and business leadership trainings, among others. The program seeks the best possible candidates from any socioeconomic and ethnic background who follow the following criteria:

Able to volunteer from 4:30 to 8:30 PM on Thursdays from January to the middle of June.
Attend a mandatory information session/orientation on the following dates:
January 19th (Thursday) from 6-9 PM at AACS, Suite 301, 4100 N High St, Columbus, OH 43214. Food from Hong Kong Buffet will be provided!

Please send your name, contact information, and ability to fit above criteria to AACS Youth Director, Dr. Judy Yeh at healthyasianyouth2@gmail.com as soon as possible to ensure potential position candidacy. Candidates will then be contacted and further informed about this opportunity.


Alpha Psi Lambda Presents: Unas Palabritas

Guest poet Bobby Gonzalez is a nationally known lecturer, storyteller and poet. Born and raised in New York City, he grew up in a bicultural envionrment. Bobby draws on his Naive American (Taino) and Latino (Puerto Rican) roots to offer a unique repertoire of performances, readings and discourses that celebrate his indigenous roots. Please join us in the Frank W. Hale Jr. Black Cultural Center on Thursday, January 19th at 6:30 pm.


Academic Enrichment Grants

Applications for the 2005-2006 Academic Enrichment Grants available online
Sponsored by USG

As a representative of the student body, Undergraduate Student Government USG recognizes that the academic experience is not limited to the classroom. In conjunction with the university administrations dedication to and support of academic enhancement, USG is proud to offer fifty $500 Academic Enrichment Grants for the 2005-2006 school year. Funds are available for students of all undergraduate majors and can be utilized for a variety of purposes, including, but not limited to, research, creative work, and professional development. Some examples of fundable expenses are Travel, Media & Technology Support, and Materials & Supplies. Apply today! The deadline has been extended to January 27, 2006. Contact Kyle Fox at fox.405@osu.edu or check out the website : http://www.usg.osu.edu/article.asp?id51 for more information.

Resident Advisor Applications Available

"BE SOMETHING GREAT" -- The Office of University Housing is now accepting Resident Advisor applications for the 2006-2007 academic year. The Resident Advisor position is a multi-faceted leadership opportunity for students to grow, develop and enhance the OSU experience for thousands of students. Students committed to academics, involvement, diversity, wellness, and building relationships should visit www.housing.osu.edu to find out more about this exciting opportunity! The application deadline is January 20, 2006. Please contact Kristin Mehl, Chairperson of Paraprofessional Selection at mehl.34@osu.edu with questions.


The Many Faces of Us: An Examination of Ethnicity and Race Relations via our Bloodlines

Tuesday, January 31, 2006

6 to 8 PM
The Knowlton School of Architecture Building Room 250

Guest Speaker - - - Rick Kittles, PhD
Dr. Rick Kittles, is an associate professor with the Department of Molecular Virology, Immunology,& Medical Genetics at Ohio State. He is a specialist in the area of human population genetics.

Student Discussion Panel - - -
Will explore the influence of identity development, on our self perceptions and interactions with others, inside and outside of the community.

Sponsored by: The African American Male Resource Center, The Office of Minority Affairs, and The Multicultural Center


JP Morgan Chase/UNCF Corporate Scholars Program

Eligibility Requirements:

- Undergraduate Sophomore (Classification)
- 3.0 GPA

Majors: Business, Finance, Economics, Accounting, Mathematics, Computer Science/MIS, Software Engineering, Marketing, Operations Management
- UNCF Member Colleges and Universities, Selected HBCUs and majority institutions (Ohio State students of color are eligible to apply)

Internship Locations: New York & Chicago

Application Deadline: Tuesday, January 31, 2006

Internship Details: The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) and JPMorgan Chase have partnered to provide rising juniors enrolled in baccalaureate degree
programs valuable work experiences with JPMC as well as financial support during the following academic year. Successful completion of the 8-10 week
summer internship makes one eligible to receive a need based scholarship up to $10,000. Sites may be in JPMC locations in New York & Chicago. In addition to completing the online application, students must provide an official transcript, resume and faculty recommendation. THE APPLICATION DEADLINE IS AT MIDNIGHT January 31, 2006. Please find the JPMorgan Chase/UNCF Corporate Scholars Program online application web link at:

http://www.uncf.org/scholarships/scholardetail.asp?Sch_ID=296

For details about different programs check out the JPMorgan Chase Careers website at: http://careers.jpmorganchase.com/ba-main.html


Phi Kappa Phi Graduate Fellowship

Sponsored by The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi

Applications are now available for The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi Graduate Fellowships. 60 fellowships for $5000 and 40 excellence awards of $2000 are available for the 2006 school year. In order to be eligible you must have applied to enroll as a full-time student in a post-baccalaureate program of study. You may complete and download an application online at www.phikappaphi.org. Applications are to be submitted to Cheria V. Dial in the University Honors & Scholars Center by February 1, 2006. Contact Cheria V. Dial at dial.3@osu.edu for more information.

Summer Internship Opportunity at Georgetown University

The Institute for Responsible Citizenship is currently accepting applications for its summer program at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. Each summer, twelve of the most promising young minority male sophomores in the country are given the chance to travel to the nation’s capital and engage in prestigious internships while taking rigorous classes at Georgetown. The courses in government and economics are designed to provide these young men with the skills necessary to critically analyze the world’s problems while adhering to a deep respect for civil liberties. When the students are not in class or at work, they are often called upon to attend social functions designed to help them network in their field. Personal meetings with such leaders as Barack Obama, John Lewis, and Clarence Thomas are made possible by the intimate nature of the program.

The program runs from June 4 – July 29 and is a two-summer commitment. Tuition and housing are paid for by the Institute, while students are expected to pay for their transportation and food. In addition, those not placed in paid internships will receive a stipend in the amount of $2500. While there are no major requirements, the program focuses on attracting young men interested in the fields of law, politics, business, academics, and the ministry. You should be a sophomore to apply, however, juniors are considered if they are committed to attending graduate or professional school directly following their senior year. More information, along with the application, can be found on the web at http://www.i4rc.org. The application deadline is February 1, 2006.


Ohio State Leadership Awards Applications Available

Applications are available now for the 45th Annual Leadership Awards which will be held on May 12, 2006 in the Ohio Union Ballrooms. The Ohio State University has recognized hundreds of leaders who give of their time, talent and energy to better our community throughout the years. It is our honor to celebrate the people who strive to make a difference as leaders, scholars and students. This year we will recognize students in the following awards categories:

Outstanding First-Year Student Award
Outstanding Senior Award
Outstanding Graduate Student Award
Outstanding Professional Student Award
Kaplan Humanitarian Award
Outstanding Student Organization Leader Award
Outstanding Student Organization Award
Outstanding Student Organization Program Award
Outstanding Student Organization Advisor Award
Outstanding Student Organization Website Award
Spirit of Ohio State

Applications and nomination forms are all available online and are due by February 3, 2006. Good luck! Check the website at http://www.ohiounion.osu.edu/studentorgs/leadership_award.asp for complete information or contact Jen Bossard at bossard.5@osu.edu or 292-8763 with any questions.



Phi Kappa Phi Study Abroad Grant

Sponsored by The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi

Grant applications to study abroad are now available from The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi. 38 $1000 study abroad grants are available for the 2006-2007 school year. In order to be eligible you must have at least a 3.5 gpa and have completed at least 56 semester hours but not more than 90 semester hours on or before January 15, 2006 to be eligible. You may complete an application online at www.phikappaphi.org or call the Phi Kappa Phi National Headquarters at 800.804.9880 ext. 15 with questions. The deadline to apply is February 15, 2006.


Mortar Board Senior Honor Society Applications Available

Mortar Board Senior Class Honor Society is dedicated to the ideals of service, leadership, and scholarship. Founded in 1914 at The Ohio State University, now Mortar Board is a national network that includes over 200 college chapters and over 50 alumni chapters. Involvement with Mortar Board is more than just a line for your resume -- it's a way to meet other involved Buckeyes and to make a difference both at Ohio State and in the greater Columbus community. Mortar Board members enjoy many activities including tutoring at Hamilton elementary school, sponsoring the World's Largest Pillow Fight, gallery hops, and diversity dinners. All juniors and non-graduating seniors with at least a 3.0 GPA are encouraged to apply. Applications are due by 5 pm on February 17. Applications for Mortar Board are now available at http://www.mortarboardosu.org/apply/. For further information or questions, please visit our website or contact Kelly Sakai at Sakai.11@osu.edu . Thank you and have a great Winter Quarter.


Sphinx Senior Honorary Applications Available

Sphinx Senior Honorary for men and women was founded at The Ohio State University in 1907, and is the oldest honorary society on campus. Since its inception, Sphinx remains one of the most prestigious honoraries with high esteem and respect from faculty, staff, students, and alumni. Sphinx members and alumni carry out the traditions of Sphinx and represent the student pride in The Ohio State University. The objectives of Sphinx are to recognize and honor students who have shown success in various fields of endeavor and to create a bond of fellowship in which each individual will use his or her abilities to enhance and promote the best interests of The Ohio State University. Selection for Sphinx is based upon scholarship, leadership and direct service to the campus community. Each class of Sphinx is limited to no more than 24 students who fulfill these criteria and have notable achievements in various fields of endeavor.


Additional requirements:

* a minimum 2.75 CPHR (verified at the end of Winter Quarter 2006)

* at least 90 credit hours after Autumn 2005

* plan to graduate any quarter after Summer 2006

The application deadline is February 17, 2006. Applications are available at Kuhn Honors & Scholars House. Feel free to email Joe Ielapi at ielapi.1@osu.edu with questions.


Sadie Nash Leadership Project Job Opportunities

SUMMER DEAN POSITIONS
Deans are women who are either in their last two years of college or not presently attending college but two-four years out of high school. Deans should have proven leadership experience as well as an interest in women and girls' leadership. Deans will work closely with the young women (ages 14-18) in the Sadie Nash Leadership Project (SNLP) and must actively support our mission. This is an excellent opportunity for women interested in social justice, adolescent development, education, feminism, non-profit work, and leadership, among other things. The position offers a unique and exciting learning experience, which will be fun, dynamic, and challenging. We want the Sadie Nash Leadership Project to be a chance for you to excel, to push yourself, and to be supported.

Details of the Position: Deans work for 9 weeks from Mon, June 12 -Sat, August 12, 2006 which includes a three week training period. SNLP takes place in New York City, New York. Hours are from 9am-5pm (some additional hours possible at points during the summer). Deans will have a chance to teach, lead, and plan different aspects of the program. Deans support both administrative and programmatic aspects of the organization. Deans will be individual advisors to a group of 6-8 young women. Each Dean will receive a $2,000 stipend for the nine weeks of the internship plus housing. We ask that Deans engage, on some level, with students after the summer program. We are looking for Deans who are interested in both the social activist as well as the female youth development aspects of the program, who preferably have experience working with youth, are traditional or non-traditional leaders in
their communities and have experience and comfort interacting with diverse groups in terms of ideologies, race, religion, class, sexual orientation, nationality and ability.

Application Process: We ask that you submit a cover letter (which addresses both your interest in SNLP and how you are qualified for the position based
on the characteristics listed above), a resume and the names & contact information for preferably one academic and one professional reference (do not send actual reference letters, please). Please no additional materials and if the cover letter and resume are mailed, please ONLY use recycled paper. All information should be sent as soon as possible but no later than FEBRUARY 10th, 2006 (postmark deadline). We want to make sure that you are a good match for SNLP, and that we are a strong match for you. We will contact you if an interview is requested. Being bilingual (Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, Bengali, Hindi, Creole) is a plus. Women of color and members of the LGBT community strongly encouraged to apply.

Mail these materials (on RECYCLED paper only, please) to:

Rana A. Emerson, Program Director
Sadie Nash Leadership Project
157 Montague Street, 4th Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Fax them to: 718.422.8663 or Email them to (PDF or Microsoft Word format ONLY): staff@sadienash.org

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or comments. Please look at our website: www.sadienash.org for more information on SNLP.

FACULTY JOB OPENINGS
The Coursework at the Sadie Nash Leadership Project (SNLP) is part of a six-week summer educational institute that focuses on each young woman's (ages 14-18) ideas, questions, and concerns as they relate to leadership and their own development. The Faculty, who design and lead the courses, is comprised of men and women who are activists, teachers (at the high school or college level), and/or professionals interested in teaching young female leaders who attend New York City public high schools. Faculty will have interest and expertise in topics appropriate to a feminist youth leadership organization; and will design creative and engaging coursework that emphasizes the real life experience of women/girls/youth as well as their achievements, identity, and collective status in the world. We are interested in courses that connect with our mission and also connect with the identities of the young people in SNLP. The goal of the Coursework is to challenge traditional understandings of relevant subjects (such as civil rights, human rights, history, education, health, identity, community, religion, leadership) and to address issues/topics that relate to 14-18 year old women living in New York City. People of color and members of the LGBT community are strongly encouraged to apply.

Details of the Position: Each faculty member teaches one course, two times a week from July 3rd-August 11th, and attends two orientation meetings in June (one with other staff, one with students). Each class period is one hour and a half with a five-minute break, and is available to students for at least one hour per week outside of class (total time per week: 5-6 hours). Each faculty member has a Teaching Assistant and approximately 13 students in her/his course. Each faculty member will receive $2,000-$2,500 for the six weeks of teaching. Each faculty member will give written feedback to each student at the conclusion of the program.

If you are interested in being a Faculty Member: We ask that you submit a one-page description of the course(s) you would be interested in teaching (please include a one or two sentence rationale as to how the course fits into the overall SNLP mission, philosophy or goals), a resume, and a brief cover letter. We
actively encourage unusual and experimental ways of teaching, and are willing to consider different possibilities. The deadline for faculty applications is March 17, 2006, and we will choose our Faculty by the end of April 2006.

Please mail these materials to:

Rana A. Emerson, Program Director
The Sadie Nash Leadership Project
157 Montague St. 4th Floor Brooklyn, NY 11201
or e-mail them to (PDF or Microsoft Word format ONLY):
rana@sadienash.org

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or comments. Please look at our website: www.sadienash.org for more information on SNLP.