Call for Papers: IU International Public Affairs Association Conference

CALL FOR FACULTY & STUDENT PAPERS

Global Problems, Sustainable Solutions

Creating Policy for a Rapidly Changing World

 

The IU International Public Affairs Association (IPAA) seeks submissions for:

The 4th Annual International Public Affairs Association Spring Conference

March 25, 2011, Indiana University, Bloomington

 

Extended deadline for abstract submission: January 15, 2011

 

Faculty, graduate students, undergraduate students and independent scholars are cordially invited to submit abstracts addressing all topics relating to international public affairs and policy. Possible topics may include:

•  Global economic development
• Emerging nations
• International law and governance
• Environmental protection and cooperation
• Conflict and resolution: gender, minority groups, and religion

 

Prospective participants: We encourage faculty, graduate, and undergraduate students from all disciplines to submit their work. The conference welcomes co-authored papers and faculty-student collaborations, as well as submission of course projects. In keeping with the conference’s broad theme of sustainability, abstracts dealing with issues of sustainability will receive special consideration.

 

Selection process: Papers will be peer reviewed before selection; those presented at the conference will be printed in a bound volume and distributed to conference participants. The IPAA regrets that it cannot provide funding to participants. However, there is no registration fee, and panelists are invited to attend the conference breakfast and lunch.

 

Submission guidelines:

 

We seek studies suitable for policymakers, practitioners, and academic audiences that analyze issues of global importance and inform policy development and implementation.

 

Please submit abstracts by January 15, 2011, including title, abstract (300 words), and author(s). Final conference papers of 1500-2000 words in length are due February 15, 2011.

 

Submissions and questions can be sent to ipaa@indiana.edu; please see attached Call for Papers for more information.

 

Mehat Conference

MEHAT CONFERENCE 2011

— Mutual Perceptions —

CALL FOR PAPERS
26th Annual Middle East History and Theory Conference
University of Chicago, May 13–14, 2011

We are pleased to invite graduate students and faculty to submit papers for the 26th Annual Middle East History and Theory (MEHAT) Conference, to be held May 13–14, 2011, at the University of Chicago. We welcome a broad range of submissions from across the disciplines, including (but not limited to) anthropology, art history, cinema and media studies, history, literature, sociology, philosophy, gender studies, development, and religion, and dealing with any topic that involves the Middle East from the 7th century onwards.
Those wishing to participate should send a 250-word abstract to the conference organizers at mehat2011@gmail.com by February 20, 2011.


We will consider both individual papers and pre-arranged themed panels; the latter is especially encouraged. More information about the conference and the application process can be viewed at our website: http://cas.uchicago.edu/workshops/mehat/conference/. 


Happy new year, and we look forward to reading your submissions!
MEHAT 2011 Coordinators:
Cam Lindley-Cross
Feryal Salem
Shayna Silverstein
Mohamad Ballan

Internship with the Kurdistan Regional Government – U.S.

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) – U.S. Representation in DC is seeking candidates currently enrolled in undergraduate or graduate programs interested in doing a full-time winter internship (approx. January - April).

The KRG’s representation in the U.S. works to develop, deepen and strengthen Kurdistan’s political, economic and cultural interests in the United States. The KRG-US Representation provides up-to-date, comprehensive information on Kurdistan and a visible, accessible presence for all questions, communications, and opportunities for American institutions and policymakers.

  

Responsibilities:

• Conduct independent research and produce a final report
• Attend think tank events and Congressional hearings relevant to Iraqi Kurdistan and write subsequent analytical reports
• Provide administrative support to all members of the KRG-US office (ie. filing, copying, mailing, and database entry)
•  Complete special projects as needed

  

Qualifications:

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong organizational skills (detail-oriented and ability to multi-task)
• Strong research skills
• Strong computer skills (specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point)
• Ability to work independently and with others
• Available to work 40 hours per week

A stipend will be provided.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and one writing sample (2-3 pages maximum) to caa@krgusa.org. For more information about the KRG-US office please visit http://www.knowkurdistan.com/.

Kurdistan Regional Government
Representation to the United States
1532 16th St., NW
Washington, DC 20036
(Tel) + 1 202 797 7575
(Fax) + 1 202 821 1870

http://www.krg.org/
http://www.knowkurdistan.com/

The Kurdistan Regional Government Liaison Office – U.S.A. is registered as an agent of the Kurdistan Regional Government under 22 U.S.C. § 611 et seq.

Koç University Teaching Opportunity

Assistant Professor of Literature, Generalist/ Field Open

The Department of English and Comparative Literature at Koç University invites applications from scholars whose work ranges across multiple areas of literary study. We are especially interested in candidates whose specializations fall into one or more of the following areas: postcolonial studies, Literature of the Americas, and / or Middle Eastern literature (especially Ottoman studies). However, we also welcome applicants with other areas of specialization who can contribute to a small department that is striving to become increasingly international and interdisciplinary. The successful applicant will teach two courses per semester and collaborate to build a young and growing department. Salary is competitive and includes a housing allowance; reappointment hinges on continued research productivity. Koç is a private, Western-style university located in İstanbul. It was founded in 1993 to provide a liberal arts education for Turkish and international students. The language of instruction is English. At this stage, please submit only a cover letter, CV, and three letters of recommendation to Zeynep Kotevoglu via her email zkotevoglu@ku.edu.tr.


Applications received by January 14, 2011 will be guaranteed full consideration.

Wells Library Workshops

This Spring, the Wells Library is offering a series of workshops designed to help faculty and graduate students learn new skills, discover available services, and find the best resources to aid in their research. Upcoming workshops include:


Library 101 for New Graduate Students

Whether you are a new student in need of an introduction or a current student in need of a refresher, this workshop will help you get a jump on how to use services and resources in the IUB Libraries. We will present an overview of the databases and helpful services that can aid in the development of your research papers and help make your graduate experience as smooth and as productive as possible.

To see the complete workshop schedule and sign up, go to http://www.libraries.iub.edu/workshops and click on the red Faculty & Graduate Student Workshops icon. Additional workshops will be added in the coming days/weeks; watch for additional email announcements, monitor the website, and check out our online calendar of events for the most current schedule.

If you have any questions, comments, or suggestions, please send a message to libwkshp@indiana.edu.

George Washington University Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship

The Institute for Middle East Studies invites applications for the position of Post-Doctoral Research Fellow in Middle East Studies. Fellows may come from any academic discipline, as long as their primary substantive specialization is in the Middle East, North Africa, or Iran. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in hand by the starting date of September 1, 2011. The Fellow must be in residence at IMES for the duration of the grant period (September 1, 2011-May 31, 2012), and is expected to take an active part in its intellectual life, including a research presentation. This position offers a fellowship of $40,000, medical benefits, and access to the library, a computer, and an office.

  

To Apply:

  

Please submit the following to imes@gwu.edu:

• CV
• statement of research
• writing sample (an article or a chapter)
• contact information for 2 references

 

Deadline:

We will begin reviewing applications on February 15, 2011.

Spring 2011 Commencement Information

 2011 Spring Grad Fair
 Order caps, gowns, and other graduation items at Spring GradFair.

• Feb. 23 - 25, 2011
• 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
• Indiana Memorial Union, State Room East and West (Second Floor)
• Early pricing on all apparel ordered by April 1, 2011.
• Can't make GradFair? Order online at www.herffjones.com/iu

 Rental Charges

• Master’s apparel: $108.85
• Indiana's 7 percent sales tax will be added to these charges.

May 2011 - Graduate Ceremony

The Graduate Commencement Ceremony will begin at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, May 6, and will conclude about 4:30 p.m.

Commencement Day Schedule

•   1:00 p.m.: Assembly Hall doors open
•  1:30 p.m.: Candidates begin lining up in the adjoining Gladstein Fieldhouse
•  2:00 p.m.: Procession of Graduates into Assembly Hall begins
•  3:00-4:30 p.m.: Commencement ceremony

Degrees will be conferred on candidates from the following schools:

•  Arts and Sciences
• Business
• Education
• Health, Physical Education and Recreation
• Informatics and Computing
• Journalism
• Law
• Library and Information Science
• Medicine
• Music
• Optometry
• Public and Environmental Affairs
• University Graduate School