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International Research Poster Session call for submissions
 The Office of International Education is pleased to announce a call for submissions for the OIE sponsored Marquette International Research Poster Session for faculty and graduate students in collaboration with the Forward Thinking Poster Session and Colloquy sponsored by the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP) and the Office of the Vice Provost for Research on Wednesday, November 28, 2012 from 1-3:30 p.m. in the Alumni Memorial Union.
Our aim is to encourage and showcase research among faculty members and students from all disciplines. This unique event provides a wonderful opportunity to share international research ambitions and connect with faculty and students across the university. Interested individuals may also enter to be judged and considered for OIE's $1,500 International Research Award or ORSP's $1,000 Jump Start grant. To participate, please follow the detailed guidelines on the webpages below:
Guidelines:
Important dates & deadlines:
- October 1, 2012 – Submit “Intent to Participate” form by 4 p.m. to appropriate contact above
- November 5, 2012 – Submit Abstract and Grant Application Letter by 4 p.m. (if applicable) to appropriate contact above
- November 28, 2012 – Poster Sessions and Colloquy 1 – 3:30 p.m. in the AMU; reception to follow
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Study Abroad pre-advising sessions every Friday
 If you weren’t able to make it to the Study Abroad Fair or the information sessions, don’t worry! At 2:30 p.m. every Friday afternoon throughout the semester, the Office of International Education holds a study abroad pre-advising session for students at the very beginning stages of the study abroad process. Topics include the types of study abroad programs, program choices, academics and scheduling, application procedures and financial aid. Sessions are held in the OIE Program Center on the fourth floor of Holthusen Hall. No registration is necessary.
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Study Abroad Scholarships
 Freeman Awards for study in Asia, or Freeman-ASIA, is now accepting applications from U.S. students who wish to study abroad in East or Southeast Asia next spring, 2013. Freeman-ASIA seeks to increase understanding and relationships between U.S. and Asian citizens. The application deadline is October 10, 2012. Similarly, U.S. students looking to studying abroad in Asia, Africa, Central and Eastern Europe, Eurasia, Latin America and the Middle East may be eligible for a Boren scholarship. Boren Awards for International Study supports students who study in geographic areas, languages, and fields of study deemed critical to U.S. national security. The deadline to apply for the Boren scholarship is February 13, 2013.
For U.S. students wishing studying abroad elsewhere, the Gilman International Scholarship Program provides scholarships to students receiving a Federal Pell Grant. Students should apply by October 2, 2012 to be considered for spring 2013 aid. The Gilman Scholarship Program aims to provide funding to students who might otherwise not study abroad due to financial constraints.
For more information about study abroad scholarships, visit the study abroad website or contact the Office of International Education at 288-7289.
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Fall Career Fairs - put your international experience to work
 The Fall Career Fairs are next week! Fall is a very important time for full-time and internship recruitment. Research employers, update your resume, and prepare your personal introduction before the fairs. The Career Services Center is available to help you prepare through extended walk-in hours Monday through Thursday next week.
- Post Graduate Service Fair | Tuesday, September 18, 2012 | 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. | Fair to connect nonprofit agencies providing support for long-term service with students interested in volunteering on a full-time basis following graduation.
- Non-Technical Day | Wednesday, September 19, 2012 | 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. | Fair for all non-technical employers and majors on campus, including corporations, small businesses, non-profits and government agencies.
- Technical Day | Thursday, September 20, 2012 | 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m | Fair for technical employers and students, including Engineering, Computer Science and IT.
Employers are also hiring now for summer internships and full time jobs! Even if you're not looking for a position now, it's important to attend and see what's out there. Many employers who attend the career fairs will be conducting on-campus interviews. Most on-campus interviews are posted on MU Career Manager.
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Careers in Service Panel
 Interested in starting a career in international service? Following the Post Graduate Service Fair on Tuesday, Sept. 18, The Career Services Center is hosting a Careers in Service Panel from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in AMU 163. International employers speaking include Peace Corps and Jesuit Volunteer Corps. A number of Marquette students have participated in both programs. Read about their adventures in their own words:
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Join Conversation and Culture Club
 The Conversation and Culture Club is an informal group where international and American students get together to talk, laugh, and have a good time while improving English conversation skills and learning about other cultures. No need to prepare anything! Just come and chat about current events, happenings around campus, and any topics you want to discuss. Sign up in AMU 317 or email coordinator Thess Dobbs at Theresa.dobbs@marquette.edu. All club events take place in Student Educational Services AMU room 407.
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Tips on securing international jobs and internships
 Today’s growing international community has caused more and more students to look abroad for jobs and internships. Besides gaining international skills that can increase students’ marketability, being abroad is also a great way to travel and see the world. Associate Director in Conflict Resolution at Georgetown University, Craig Zelizer, explains 10 ways in which students can land an international internship.
Zelizer discusses the importance of having a strong resume. By incorporating key words in both resumes and cover letters, students can catch the eyes’ of employers abroad with “buzzwords” relevant to the employer’s respective organization.
A list of several helpful websites such as Idealist and Reliefweb are listed in Zelizer’s article. Zelizer recommends students not only search for internships through these websites but also subscribe to them as well—they often release updates and helpful tips about internship information. To read all 10 suggestions on how to gain an internship abroad, read Zelizer’s full article here.
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EVENTS
 From excursions to the Milwaukee Art Mueseum to holiday celebrations, The Office of International Education offers a wide variety of programming open to all Marquette students. Check our events calendar for an up-to-date schedule of events.
Table Tennis
Sundays starting September 16
4:30-6:30 p.m.
OIE Program Center, Holthusen Hall, 4th Floor
Bring friends to play table tennis at the OIE Program Center on Sunday nights this semester. Create your own tournaments or just play for fun!
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Conversation Café
Sundays starting September 16
6-7:30 p.m.
OIE Program Center, Holthusen Hall, 4th Floor
The Conversation Café offers students the opportunity to practice their conversation skills in a relaxed and supportive social atmosphere, while at the same time sharing information about their cultures or discussing current events. It is a great way to make friends on campus.
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Lacrosse 101
Wednesday, September 19 (rain date-9/26)
2-3 p.m.
Central Mall
Learn how to play Lacrosse, the nation’s fastest growing sport. Join the Marquette men’s and women’s Lacrosse teams on the Central Mall for a hands-on workshop. Learn about the sport’s Native American roots and try your hand at some basic skills.
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The Pakistan That I Know
Sept. 23, 6-9 p.m.
AMU Ballrooms
Pakistan is often misunderstood in the media due to the complexity of USA-Pakistan relationship. Many times people have limited knowledge about Pakistan and Pakistanis in America leading to negative stereotyping. This event is an interactive panel discussion featuring three speakers who will share their experiences living and working in Pakistan. The panelists will focus on major social and development issues facing Pakistan as well as ideas on how to promote peace by connecting American and Pakistani communities. The panelists are Ethan Casey: journalist and author of “Alive and Well in Pakistan” and “Overtaken by events”, Salahuddin Khan: author of “Sikander”, entrepreneur, aeronautical engineer, and Rachel Williams: Rotarian and has received many awards for her work in Pakistan.
This event is co-sponsored by the Pakistan Physicians Society of Wisconsin and the Human Development Foundation. Please RSVP by Sept 17 to Dr. Ariba Khan at aklahore@hotmail.com A $15.00 donation is suggested.
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Study Abroad Applications Due October 1
All students planning to study abroad in spring 2011 must complete their application by October 1. To apply, visit the Marquette Office of International Education website. For more information on specific programs, visit the program webpages or contact OIE at 288-7289.
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Eddie Daniels: Anti-apartheid Leader
Monday, October 1
4 – 6 p.m.
Raynor Library Conference Room, lower level
After facing years of an apartheid regime, being imprisoned and overcoming many obstacles, anti-apartheid leader Eddie Daniels now spreads a message of non-racialism and reconciliation to the world. The talk is free and open to the Marquette community. Sponsored by the Office of International Education and the Department of Social and Cultural Sciences.
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Global Discussion Series: "What's Next for Latin America? Open Questions for Latin American Studies."
Friday, October 5
4 – 5:30 p.m.
Raynor Library Conference Room, lower level
The Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures, Raynor Memorial Libraries and the Office of International Education encourage students and faculty to come together for an informal, interdisciplinary conversation surrounding global issues. The Global Discussion Series second event will focus on Latin America over tea and crumpets. The lively discussion will focus on the large questions facing the region allowing faculty and students to share their views, experience and research questions. A librarian will provide reliable sources to dig deeper into the topics discussed. This is a free event open to all students and faculty.
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Scholarships & Conferences
 Check out our scholarships and conferences webpage dedicated to keeping up-to-date listings of scholarships, fellowships and academic conference opportunities available to undergraduate students, graduate students, faculty and staff. Click on the links below for details and the complete listing.
Academic and Conference Opportunities
- Second Annual Intercultural Horizons Conference: Intercultural Strategies in Civic Engagement
- 8th International Congress on Turkish Culture
Fellowships and Scholarships
- The Education Abroad Network (TEAN) is searching for interns.
- Freeman-ASIA Spring 2013 Scholarship Application
- Western Union Foundation: Family Scholarship Program
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