Opportunities Archive

Calls for papers (C), internships (I), job opportunities (J), grad programs (G), volunteering opportunities (V), fellowships (F), research/project opportunities (R), scholarships (S), learning opportunities (L), events (E), study away programs (A), networking opportunities (N), workshops (W), and miscellanea (M); in reverse order, with the most recent notices at the top.

(E) 04/26/2021 Carleton College History Department Virtual Herbert P. Lefler Lecture
The Carleton College History Department is pleased to invite you to attend our Spring Herbert P. Lefler virtual lecture, presented by Professor Sophie White, University of Notre Dame. She will be speaking on The Voices of the Enslaved, Tuesday, May 4th, during common time, 12:25-1:25 p.m. central time. Everyone is welcome to attend! Please mark your calendars. Register here for the Zoom link.

(L) 04/203/2021 Sijal Institute Summer Program
The Sijal Institute for Arabic Language and Culture‘s Summer Intensive Program will take place online and in-person this year (in Amman, Jordan). All levels of Arabic are welcome and scholarships are available. Katy Whiting, who graduated from with a Classics (language concentration) major in 2011 is the program director at Sijal. To learn more about their options visit their webpage here: https://www.sijal.org/summer

(J) 04/23/2021 Online Summer Teaching Positions Institute of Reading Development
The Institute of Reading Development is accepting applications for online summer teaching positions for the live online reading skills programs for students of all ages. The programs provide students with the skills, books, and experiences they need to achieve greater success in school and beyond.

The institute provides comprehensive training and ongoing support for teachers and does not require teaching certification or experience to apply. All applicants must have a bachelor’s degree or higher and must be available to teach classes five days a week, including both weekend days. They are looking for full-time teachers with availability to work 37-40 hours per week during the summer. This position is paid. Please submit your application here: Apply Now

(V) 04/23/2021 English Tutoring for Refugees – Paper Airplanes
Paper Airplanes, a non-profit organization that provides free, one-on-one language and skills learning for individuals whose education has been interrupted due to conflict, is currently looking for volunteer English tutors! No previous experience tutoring is required.  The application for our Fall English tutoring session is now open.

(C) 03/11/2021 Call for Submissions Swarthmore Undergraduate History Journal
The Swarthmore Undergraduate History Journal is now accepting submissions for its Spring 2021 issue. The aim of the journal is to provide undergraduate students the opportunity to engage with the publication process. The submission deadline is April 1, 2021. Please visit the website for more information on the guidelines and submissions process.

(M) 03/05/2021 Module 5 Courses
Interdisciplinary studies are offering two modules 5 courses. Alternative Libraries and Infoshops: Progressive Actions in Contemporary Cultures and “Crisis of the 70’s”: Macalester plays
host to the National Student Association Congress. To learn more about the courses, visit the registration website.

(I) 03/03/2021 MacNest Climate Justice
The Department of Entrepreneurship, in collaboration with the Sustainability Office, is pleased to announce MacNest Climate Justice – a new fund focused on preparing students to address one of the most pressing issues of our time, climate change. Four selected students will receive a $5,500 living stipend to work full time and attend workshops to further their learning and experience. Students will also receive 1 academic credit with an option for free on-campus housing. Applications are due Monday, March 29th by 8:00 AM (CST).

(J) 02/25/2021 Online Summer Teaching Positions
The Institute of Reading Development is now hiring summer teachers for their live online reading skills programs for students of all ages. They provide do not require teaching certification or experience to apply. All applicants must have a bachelor’s degree or higher and must be available to teach classes five days a week, including both weekend days. They are looking for full-time teachers with availability to work 37-40 hours per week during the summer. For more information or to apply, visit the website.

(I) 02/25/2021 Internships at NMAH
The Smithsonian National Museum of American History has two internships for this upcoming summer and fall, both of which are paid opportunities. They are the African American History and Material Culture Internship (Summer) and the American Food History Project Curatorial and Programming Internship, (Summer/Fall). Applications for both are due March 1st. To learn more, visit the website linked in the internship description above.

(E) 02/23/2021 PEER Conference 2021 Save the Date
The CARE Center of Claremont McKenna College is hosting its Political Engagement through Empowered Representation (PEER) Conference on March 20th, 2021. The conference’s main theme this year is “What was 2020?: A Deep Dive into Political Progress Throughout the Past Year.” We will cover four topic areas: Climate Change, Anti-Racism in Politics, Immigration, and Healthcare. Students are invited to attend. To do so please register on the PEER website.

(I) 02/10/2021 Summer 2021 Special Events Internship at the Smithsonian
The National Museum of American History is currently accepting applications for their Summer 2021 internship! Applicants must be an undergraduate junior or senior or graduate student. Applications are due Monday, March 1st at 2:00 p.m and require a resume, learning goals essay, 2 references, and unofficial transcripts. For more information or to apply visit the Smithsonian website linked here.

(E) 02/02/2021 History Book Club
Everyone is invited to join the February gathering of the History Bookclub, featuring a discussion titled Workers on Arrival: Black Labor in the Making of America by Joe Trotter on Wednesday, February 10 from 6:00 – 7:00 pm (CT). Joe Trotter (PhD ‘80) is a Professor of History at Carnegie Mellon University and will discuss his book with moderator William Jones, Professor of History at the University of Minnesota. Register to participate using this google form.

(G) 02/02/2021 University of Vermont MA Program
The University of Vermont is excited to announce two new scholarships for our most highly qualified applicants. Both scholarships provide full tuition and stipends to cover the entire four-semester program, and both can be combined with funding for summer research and language study. The Thompson Scholarship provides full funding for a student in any field of history and The Miller Center Scholarship for Holocaust Studies provides full funding for a student in Holocaust Studies or related fields. The application deadline is February 15th, but there is flexibility if necessary and the GRE requirement is waived for the time being. Please contact Paul Deslandes or Professor Dona Brown to learn more.

(J) 02/01/02021 Work at The Graide Network
For students majoring in Black or African American Studies, The Graide Network is actively recruiting remote writing tutors (“Graiders”) this semester to join our talented online team. The Graide Network partners with middle and high schools across the country to help build better writers. Students write essays for school and our network of highly qualified “Graiders” read, grade, and give feedback on their writing. We believe in the tremendous power of objective feedback and we’re hoping you can help us! This is a 100% remote, paid part-time opportunity – all you need is a laptop and wifi. To learn more and apply, visit the website.

(E) 01/21/2021 Carleton College History Department 2nd Virtual Herbert P. Lefler Lecture
Everyone is invited to attend the virtual Herbert P. Lefler lecture “Black Media Past and Present: A Virtual Conversation,” at 6:00 pm (CST), Monday, February 15th. The event features Professor Kim Gallon, Purdue (E) 01/21/2021 Carleton College History Department 2nd Virtual Herbert P. Lefler Lecture
Everyone is invited to attend the virtual Herbert P. Lefler lecture “Black Media Past and Present: A Virtual Conversation,” at 6:00 pm (CST), Monday, February 15th. The event features Professor Kim Gallon, Purdue University, History Department, Brandon Walker ’09, TV News Reporter at KPRC-TV 2 in Houston, and Harry McKinley Williams, Laird Bell Professor emeritus, who will moderate the conversation. Please visit this Zoom link to register. Please contact Serena Zabin if you have any questions.University, History Department, Brandon Walker ’09, TV News Reporter at KPRC-TV 2 in Houston, and Harry McKinley Williams, Laird Bell Professor emeritus, who will moderate the conversation. Please visit this Zoom link to register. Please contact Serena Zabin if you have any questions.

(E) 01/21/2021 The Museum of Russian Art Marlena Myles First Solo Exhibit
Dynamics of Russian Colonialism in Alaska, the first solo exhibition of work by Marlena Myles, will be revealed at The Museum of Russian Art Saturday, January 23. The exhibition focuses on the intersection of immigrant and Native peoples in North America. These digitally created works bring to light the commonly unknown history of interactions between Russian explorers, settlers, traders, clergy, and Alaska Natives before the Alaskan territory was sold to the United States in 1867. Dynamics of Russian Colonialism in Alaska will be on view in the Fireside Gallery at The Museum of Russian Art January 23 – February 28, 2021. For more information or to register, please visit this link.

(I) 01/21/2021 William Randolph Hearst Fellowship 2021
The Mount Vernon Hotel Museum and Garden (MVHMG) offers two summer Fellowships for undergraduate or graduate students interested in U.S. history. Fellows participate directly in the daily operations of a historic site, including tours and programs for children and adults, and complete an independent project. Fellows are responsible for their own housing and transportation, and given a (stipend of $2,750. To apply, complete the application form here and email it with the following additional materials to [email protected] by Monday, March 15, 2021.

(C) 01/21/2021  Tufts Hemispheres Journal of International Affairs Call for Submissions
Hemispheres, The Tufts Undergraduate Journal of International Affairs, one of the oldest undergraduate journals in the field, is now accepting submissions relating to this year’s theme of Coping with Crises. Submissions should be research articles, approx. 5000-8000 words, written by undergraduates in a broad range of fields relevant to international affairs. To view paper requirements and guidelines, please visit this link. To submit a paper, or if you have any questions or concerns, please contact [email protected]. The extended deadline is February 1st, 2021.

(C) 01/11/2021 Columbia University Journal of Politics and Society
The Journal of Politics & Society is seeking original, creative, and rigorous articles in the fields of political science, economics, sociology, history, psychology, linguistics, law, anthropology, criminology, cultural and area studies, development studies, and demography. Submissions should be at least 20-25 pages long (double-spaced), but there is no maximum number of pages. Papers selected for publication undergo an intensive peer review and editing process. For further information please visit the website.

(I) 01/06/2021 American Historical Association Internship
The American Historical Association is looking for two undergraduate remote interns during the Spring semester to work on a long-term membership recruitment project. The ideal candidate for this internship is a history major or minor with an interest in nonprofit management, marketing, economics, or business. Interns should also have a basic familiarity with websites and HTML. Accepted interns will need to receive either a stipend or course credit from their home institutions. Applications are due Monday, January 18. Interested candidates should upload a 1-page cover letter describing their interest in the internship, a CV or resume, and contact information for 2 references at this link. Please contact Jeremy C. Young, the AHA’s communications and marketing manager, with any questions.

(E) 01/06/2021 Carleton College History Department Virtual Herbert P. Lefler Lecture
Everyone is invited to attend the virtual Herbert P. Lefler lecture “Tacky’s Revolt: The Story of an Atlantic Slave War,” at 5:00 pm (CST), Tuesday, January 19th, to be presented by Professor Vincent Brown, Harvard. Please visit Zoom to register. Professor Brown is the Charles Warren Professor of American History and Professor of African and African American Studies at Harvard University. Please contact Serena Zabin if you have any questions.

(F) 12/21/2020 ASCSA Wiener Laboratory Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in Archaeology
The Malcolm H. Wiener Laboratory for Archaeological Science of the ASCSA is accepting applications to their two year (2021-2023) pre-doctoral fellowship. This is for individuals actively enrolled in a graduate program who have passed all qualifying exams and have an approved PhD proposal. The award will be announced by March 15. For more information, visit the ASCA website.

(I) 12/21/2020 United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Summer Internship
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is excited to announce the 2021 Summer Externship program. This 12-week volunteer program offers talented high school, college, graduate and law students a unique opportunity to experience work at the USPTO, interact with experts in intellectual property, and enhance professional skills. Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or National. Application closes after the first 500 applications received and no later than December 31, 2021. For more information, visit the website. 

(G) 12/21/2020 Masters in Global Thought at Columbia University
Columbia University’s MA in Global Thought is a one-year program designed to understand and address emerging challenges and opportunities on a global scale. Students have the opportunity to design a flexible course of study which they use to inform their final essays. Applications for Fall 2021 are due April 2, 2021 (early deadline) or April 1, 2021 (final deadline). Visit the website for more information.

(C) 12/21/2020 Call for Submissions to the Tufts Historical Review
Tufts Historical Review is an academic journal of global history that seeks both undergraduate and graduate papers. This year, the theme is Endurance. “Studying the examples of endurance teaches us not only the value of great feats of bare survival, but also the possibilities of human creativity and achievement”. The Editorial Board seeks outstanding articles – between 2,500 and 8,000 words – that explore our theme from a diverse array of perspectives. Submissions are due by 31 January 2020, and should be submitted to [email protected].

(G) 12/15/2020 Graduate school in History at NIU
Northern Illinois University offers an MA degree, a PhD, and an MA concentration in public history. The initial deadline for Fall 2021 admission is January 15 for students seeking funding with a teaching assistantship.

(S) 12/15/2020 Roetzel Family Summer Scholarship Application
Calvin Roetzel, Professor Emeritus in Religious Studies set up a “scholarship” of up to $3,000 to support students interested in furthering their scholarship in religious studies. The funds will be awarded to a student or students with clearly defined goals for summer work. Students may apply to support travel, independent research, community engagement, the study of a language, or preparation for senior honors project. Applications are due on February 14, 2021.

(G) 12/11/2020 Central European University’s Graduate Programs in Comparative History
Central European University is inviting applications to their one-and-two-year MA and DoctorateHistory programs. Research grants are available for all students regardless of nationality. Visit the website to learn more and apply. Applications are due February 1, 2021. 

(C) 12/11/2020 Council for Minnesota Archaeology Symposium Call for Sessions, Papers and Posters
The Council for Minnesota Archaeology is announcing a call for sessions, papers, or posters for its biennial symposium, to be held virtually on February 26-27, 2021. The symposium is open to all researchers at any stage of their career to present recent research on any aspect of Minnesota or Upper Midwest archaeology. Paper and poster abstract submissions should not exceed 200 words. Abstracts can be submitted to Bruce Koenen by no later than January 31, 2021 and for more information visit the website.

(C) 12/8/2020 Call for Papers: On Sustaining
Process: Journal of Multidisciplinary Undergraduate Scholarship invites submissions for Issue 5.2, On Sustaining. The deadline is January 4, 2021.

(C) 12/8/2020 Columbia Journal of Literary Criticism
The Columbia Journal of Literary Criticism is seeking pitches and essays for its 2021 issue, to be published in the spring. Email submission or any questions to [email protected] by January 15, 2021. Writers should either be current undergraduates or recent graduates submitting undergraduate work.

(G) 12/8/2020 Master’s Program in European & Mediterranean Studies, NYU
The Center for European and Mediterranean Studies (CEMS) at New York University is calling for applications to its Masters in European and Mediterranean Studies program. Applications for Fall 2021 are being accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. Tuition scholarships will also be offered to candidates accepted to the MA program.

(G) 12/3/2020 Columbia University Master’s in European History, Politics, and Society
Columbia’s MA program in European History, Politics, and Society is now accepting applications for Fall 2021. Students design their own programs of study on topics related to modern Europe and the program can be completed in 12 months. Learn more on the website. Applications are due March 11, 2021.

(G) 11/30/2020 University of Kansas Museum Studies graduate program
The University Of Kansas’ Museum Studies department is inviting you to apply to join their graduate program. They also offer a combined dual M.A. with African & African American Studies. The deadline for submitting applications is January 15, 2021 and to learn more contact Brandy Ernzen. 

(E) 11/24/2020 Mac French Lecture Series
The French and Francophone Studies department is hosting a French Lecture about “Les Blessures du silence: genocide, post-genocide, and reconciliation in Rwanda”, on Tuesday, December 1 from 11:30 AM -1:00 PM. This lecture will be in French.

(L) 11/20/2020 The Revolutionary Lives of Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr
The Revolutionary Lives of Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr. examines the lives, rhetoric, and methods of these pillars of the Civil Rights Movement. Learn more about the Gilder Lehrman Institute’s Self-Paced Courses, including Professor Joseph’s first course, African American History since Emancipation.

(C) 11/20/2020 Undergraduate Journal of Humanistic Studies
The Undergraduate Journal of Humanistic Studies is accepting submissions of academic work on a rolling basis. Papers submitted prior to midnight on December 7th, 2020 will be considered for publication in our Winter 2021 issue.

(E) 11/18/2020 Quantitative History Webinar Series
The upcoming live event of the Quantitative History Webinar Series is
Inflation and Investors’ Behavior: Evidence from the German Hyperinflation, on Zoom from Thursday, November 19 at 8am London Time. Register and explore the series.

(C)(M) 11/18/2020 Process Latest Issue: On Movement(s)
Process: Journal of Multidisciplinary Undergraduate Scholarship has announced the publication of the latest issue: On Movement(s). It is calling for papers to the next issue: On Sustaining. The deadline for submissions is January 4, 2021.

(C) 11/17/2020 2021 Tufts Hemispheres Journal of International Affairs
Hemispheres: The Tufts Undergraduate Journal of International Affairs is currently seeking submissions for the 44th edition on the theme of Coping with Crises. Read more about paper requirements and guidelines, and the deadline is January 25th, 2021.

(G) 11/16/2020 Columbia University M.A. in History and Literature in Paris
Columbia University’s M.A. in History and Literature is now accepting applications for Fall 2021. The first deadline is January 22, 2021 with a general deadline of May 6.

(C) 11/13/2020 Submissions Reminder
The submission deadline for the Fall 2020 issue of the Swarthmore Undergraduate History Journal is November 15, 2020.

(G) 11/12/2020 Spring 2021 MA in American History
The Gilder Lehrman Institute offers online graduate and self-paced courses for Spring 2021. Read more about course descriptions and store.

(I) 11/9/2020 Minnesota Historical Society Spring 2021 Internship
MNHS student interns will be placed in January for the spring semester, including 10 paid virtual positions. Find more about available opportunities and the spring 2021 poster.

(J) 11/6/2020 History Major Job Opportunity
Alex Whitman (’13) is reaching out to provide a job opportunity for a campaign manager position to help renew the Minnesota Historic Structure Rehabilitation Tax Credit, which is set to expire soon. It would pay roughly $20-30/hr. Contact Alex for a formal job description if interested.

(E) 10/30/2020 Altar Día de Muertos Day of the Dead Altar
Mac Spanish and Portuguese Professors and Latin American Studies Program Director, Professor Ernesto Ortiz-Díaz is preparing an altar in commemoration of ¡El Día de Muertos! Read more on the flyer and sign-up form.

(G) 10/30/2020 ISU Master’s Program in History
Illinois State University is offering an open house about the Master’s Program in History on Wednesday, November 11, 4-5:30. Read more about the MA and open house.

(E) 10/28/2020 Book Breaks with Lonnie G. Bunch III
Join the Gilder Lehrman Institute for Book Breaks on Sunday, November 1 at 12 pm ET with Lonnie G. Bunch III, the 14th Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution and the first African American and first historian to serve in that role.

(G) 10/28/2020 Columbia-LSE MA/MSc in International and World History
The application for Fall 2021 program is open and the priority application deadline is January 15 with a final application deadline March 18. Read more on the MA/MSc poster.

(C) 10/27/2020 Swarthmore Undergraduate History Journal
The Swarthmore Undergraduate History Journal is now accepting submissions for its Fall 2020 issue. The submission deadline is November 15, 2020. Read more about the guidelines and submissions process.

(C) 10/26/2020 Call for Papers for 11th International Conference on the Constructed Environment
The Eleventh International Conference on The Constructed Environment will be held between May 12-14, 2021, and is calling for papers. Read more about submissions and registration.

(L) 10/20/2020 Explore US Presidential History
With the coming 2020 presidential election, the Gilder Lehrman Institute is offering four courses that span the early days of the Republic to the beginning of the 21st century: The Age of Jefferson, The Era of Theodore Roosevelt, The Kennedy Presidency, and The American Presidency, looking at presidents of the modern era.

(E) 10/12/2020 “Inside the Vault” Rare Documents on Women’s Suffrage
The Gilder Lehrman Institute is hosting “Inside the Vault”, a discussion on different types of rare primary source documents relating to the women’s suffrage movement on Thursday, October 15 at 7 pm ET. Register and view the collection.

(L) (J) 10/7/2020 MIGIZI Newsletter October
MIGIZI Communications is the keeper of a large reel-to-reel archive of the organization’s legacy radio programming. MIGIZI also announces the Indigenous Pathways program to prepare young adults 18 to 24 years of age in either the green or media industry with 5 weeks of career-specific training. Learn about the program.

(C) 10/7/2020 Mac Geography’s new Interdisciplinary Project
Mac Geography is putting together a mixed media project called COMPASS. COMPASS is a way to bring together the Mac community through art, writing, and music. Read more about submissions on the COMPASS poster.

(C) 10/7/2020 Call for Papers: Conference on Inclusive Museum
The 14th International Conference on the Inclusive Museum will be held September 8-10, 2021, and is calling for proposal submissions. Read more about the proposal and registration deadline.

(M) 10/2/2020 Gilder Lehrman Institute Fall 2020 Newsletter
Read the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History Fall 2020 Newsletter.

(E) 10/2/2020 Anti-Blackness and Latinidad Panel Discussion
The Mac Department of Spanish and Portuguese is offering a zoom panel discussion on Black Latinx identity and anti-Black racism in the Latinx community on Tuesday, October 6, from 4:45 to 6 pm.

(E) 9/29/2020 Book Breaks with Historian Rick Atkinson
The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History is holding book breaks discussing The British Are Coming: The War for America, Lexington to Princeton, 1775-1777 on Sunday, October 4, from 12 ET. RSVP for the event.

(I) 9/25/2020 MacNest Student Employment
The MacNest Student Employment program allows students to work remotely with an early-stage startup based in the Twin Cities by earning their student employment award during the academic year. A drop-in info session on October 1 from 11:15 am-12:15 pm CT (Zoom link) and applications are due October 7 at 8 am CT. For more information and to apply, check out our MacNest website.

(R) (I) 9/25/2020 Research Assistant and Internship at the Gilder Lehrman Institute
The Gilder Lehrman Institute’s Fall 2020 Internships and Research Assistant Program offers positions for students in college and graduate school. Positions are open this fall in the Curatorial, Education, Development, and Editorial departments. The application deadline is September 28, 2020, 5 PM ET.

(C) 9/25/2020 Call for Papers for the number 33 of Fortunatae
Fortunatae, Revista Canaria de Filología, Cultura y Humanidades Clásicas, is edited by the Classical Studies Section of the Classical, French, Arabic and Romance Philology Department. Submissions to the upcoming issue are due on March 31, 2021. Read the poster for more information.

(E) 9/21/2020 Quantitative History Webinar Series
The Quantitative History Webinar Series, co-organized by the Asia Global Institute (AGI) and HKU Business School, is a new knowledge exchange platform for researchers and students in the field of economic history. The upcoming webinar is on Thursday, September 24, 4 PM (HKT).

(F) 9/21/2020 Chuck Green Civic Engagement Fellowship
The 2021 Chuck Green Civic Engagement Fellowship is eligible for sophomores and juniors of any major. Info session September 21 at 5:00 pm and application deadline October 15, 2020.

(E) 9/21/2020 Frankly Speaking: Episode Two
Frankly Speaking (N.B. link blocked by Mac) is a panel of Black actors addressing the value, challenges and rewards of working on a play set in a historical period that has parallels to the current moment in which we live. Join the Facebook live event on October 7, 7PM CDT.

(E) 9/14/2020 Reminder about Vision Maker Online Film Festival
Blood Memory begins streaming September 14th, 11 AM CT and will remain available throughout the week. There will also be an Activism Panel on September 17th, 3 PM CT and a Virtual Q&A on September 18th, 6:30 PM CT. Check the schedule for more events.

(E) 9/10/2020 ICPSR Data Fair “Data in Real Life”
The ICPSR Data Fair is a virtual conference, completely free and open to the public, with 20+ presentations on COVID-19, race, gender, the elections, and more. See registration and the fair schedule during September 21-25, 2020.

(E) 9/10/2020 Five Weeks Of Free Indigenous Cinema
Vision Maker Media is hosting its bi-annual film festival online this year. Check out the schedule and more info on indigenous movies.

(C) 9/7/2020 Call for Papers: On Movements
The Process: Journal of Multidisciplinary Undergraduate Scholarship has issued a call for papers on “Incarceration.” The submission deadline is Monday, September 14, 2020. View the call for papers here. Read the previous issue on Incarceration.

(C) 9/7/2020 Call for Papers for the 17th International Conference on Technology, Knowledge, and Society
The Seventeenth International Conference on Technology, Knowledge, and Society will be held at the University of Melbourne – Parkville Campus, Melbourne, Australia, April 8–9, 2021. Review the proposal and registration dates and details about the conference.

(C) 9/7/2020 Call for Papers for the 16th International Conference on Interdisciplinary Social Sciences
The Sixteenth International Conference on Interdisciplinary Social Sciences will be held at Oxford Brookes University, Headington Campus, Oxford, UK, July 21–23, 2021. Review the proposal and registration dates and details about the conference.

(E) 5/7/2020 Free Online Screening & Virtual Discussion of “Blood Memory” Film
“Blood Memory” is a documentary about forced  American Indian family separation. The Stanford Law Students for Gender Violence Prevention and Stanford Law School Native American Law Students Alliance are sponsoring a viewing and virtual discussion of the film. Click here to view the film. The discussion will feature storyteller Sandy White Hawk, filmmaker Drew Nicholas and Stanford Law Professor Greg Ablavsky. Click here to learn more and register for the Crowdcast in-depth virtual discussion which will take place on Friday May 15th at 2:45pm CDT

(N) 5/7/2020 FindSpark to Assist Students and Alumni to Form New Connections
FindSpark can help “students and alumni form new connections, strengthen the ones they have, and gain new perspectives.” Their next installment of Job Hunting, Networking, & Work During COVID-19: A Virtual Panel is taking place on Wednesday, May 13th at 2pm ET. Details here: findspark.com/job-hunting-networking-and-work-during-covid-19 The event will bring together a diverse group of recruitment pros and coaches who will share tips on navigating your career during COVID-19.⁣⁣ ⁣The panel will cover⁣⁣: Virtual networking strategies for job hunters⁣⁣, Advice for students about to graduate⁣⁣ and looking for internships, What to do in between jobs, How to maintain your connections in an even more digital era⁣⁣, Top tips for navigating virtual interviews
Find FindSpark’s College, Job Hunt, and Career Resources for Students & Young Professionals during COVID-19 here.

(I) 5/6/2020 Angie Craig’s Campaign for Congress Interns Sought
The campaign to re-elect U.S. Representative Angie Craig is seeking students and young leaders to join their official campaign internship program. This is an opportunity to consider for those who wish to learn the ins and outs of campaigning and are interested in eventually working in politics full-time. A flyer for the internship is available here. The campaign asks that if you are “passionate about re-electing U.S. Representative Angie Craig and Democrats up and down the ballot,” you send a cover letter and resume to [email protected].

(C) 4/29/2020 Call for Papers: On Incarceration
The Process Journal of Multidisciplinary Undergraduate Scholarship has issued a call for papers on “Incarceration.” The submission deadline is May 25, 2020.  View the call for papers here.

(E) (R) (L) (N) 4/15/2020 ESFL Continuing to Support Stories and Build Connections
The East Side Freedom Library team adapts to COVID. ESFL has shut their doors and suspended in-person programs, and is building their online presence—shifting some activities, such as book groups, to online platforms; creating events which can be shared virtually, including interactive formats; and inviting community members to share their experiences and ideas through the ESFL webpage. The heart of ESFL work is to continue to support the telling of stories which help to build connections . Visit the ESFL website to read, or write for their “COVID experiences” and “Book Geek Shelf talker” blogs. Visit the ESFL’s events page to discover an array of online events like “Spooky Stories to Scare the COVID-10 Away” and “Stories for (Little) people” readings; candidate forums, book talks, and more.

(E) 3/13/2020 ESFL Events Canceled
Events at the East Side Freedom Library have been canceled through April 11. At this point the library remains open.

(G) 3/10/2020 Final Call for Applications: Columbia-LSE MA/MSc in International and World History
The final application deadline of Columbia-LSE MA/MSc in International and World History is Monday, March 16. Learn more from the MA/MSc flyer.

(A) 3/9/2020 Final Call for Applications to Prague Summer Schools 2020
The Prague Summer Schools (PSS) is an academic program bringing together undergraduate and graduate students of various nationalities and academic backgrounds. Learn about PSS and apply.

(E) 3/3/2020 History Revealed: She Voted
East Side Freedom Library will host an event celebrating Women’s History Month with a preview of the in-progress Minnesota History Center exhibit on Thursday, March 5 from 7pm – 8:30 pm. Learn more about History Revealed and other upcoming events at the library.

(S) 2/16/2020 ICPSR Diversity Scholarships Available
ISPSR offers courses in quantitative thinking on the University of Michigan campus. The Diversity Scholarship waives the fee for one or both 4-week summer sessions they offer. The application deadline is March 31. View their courses here and learn more about the scholarship and apply at this page.

(E) 2/25/2020 UMN CBI Symposium
UMN’s Charles Babbage Institute is hosting a major day and a half interdisciplinary Symposium entitled, “Just Code: Power, Inequality, and the Global Political Economy of IT.”  The event is on May 8-9, 2020. Learn more and register on the Symposium website and Just Code poster.

(I)(J)(F)(N) 2/24/2020 Check out Handshake for Career Exploration Events
Career Exploration has a number of postings about job fairs, special for Mac and other job postings, employers on campus, and walk-in resume hours. Visit Handshake to learn about upcoming opportunities.

(W) 2/20/2020 MAPS@Nite Event
The MAPS@Nit includes making watercolor maps, dymaxion globe, Nat Geo map earrings, and gunpowder maps (sample video and Matt’s website). The event is on Saturday, March 22 from 8pm – 10:30pm in the Janet Wallace Art Commons. See MAPS@Nite poster for more information.

(N) 2/19/2020 Be a Student Representative on the Alumni Board
Current first-years can apply to be the student representative to the Alumni Board. Learn more in the position description and apply at this link. Apply by February 24 to be considered.

(N) 2/19/2020 Alumni Fair
There will be an alumni fair held on Thursday, March 5, from 6-8 PM in Kagin. Mac alums from a broad range of career paths will be present to talk and answer your questions in a relaxed environment. RSVP here and learn more on this poster.

(R) 2/19/2020 Give the Smithsonian Your Input
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History is creating their new strategic plan and want to know how they can be the most accessible, relevant, inclusive, and sustainable history museum in the world. They are looking for the voices from their audience as they move ahead in this period of transition. Fill out this survey to let them know what you want from your history museum.

(W) 2/19/2020 Registration for Four-Week Summer Programs in Quantitative Methods Now Open
ICPSR offers more than 40 courses in subjects such as regression analysis, machine learning, Bayesian analysis, network analysis, longitudinal analysis, game theory, MLE, SEM, causal inference, introductory statistics, race/ethnicity and quantitative methodology, and more. The programs are held on the University of Michigan campus in Ann Arbor. Register here.

(E) 2/17/2020 Blood Memory Film Screening at Augsburg
The Augsburg Native American Film Series is hosting a screening of Blood Memory, which tells Sandy Hawk White’s and other children’s stories from the American Indian Adoption Era and Hawk White’s work to help the “stolen generation” return home. The event will be held on Wednesday, February 19, from 7 to 10 PM at Sateren Auditorium. There will be a reception from 6:15 to 6:45 and a discussion after the screening. The event is free and open to the public. Learn more on the website.

(I) 2/13/2020 Smithsonian Summer Internship Application Open
Smithsonian Institution, Washington, D.C, has posted information on paid summer internships focusing on museum practice and American women’s history. The internship is from June 14 to August 8, with weekly stipend of $382.50. Learn more about the program on the Smithsonian website. The application deadline is March 15, 2020, or when applications reaches 350, whichever occurs first.

(E) 2/12/2020 Donate to Wuhan
Wuhan is in urgent need of medical supplies. Chinese students at Mac and the Chinese Culture Club are raising money to supply Wuhan with respirator masks and protective suits. Jennifer Yang ’22 has contacted family and community members to ensure the supplies are received. Donate at this website, or view this poster.

(E) 2/12/2020 Second Annual Radical MacACCESS
Radical MacACCESS is a campus-wide, day-long event in which we will explore the state of students, faculty, and staff at Macalester with disabilities. There will be a variety of events throughout the day featuring topics such as: intersectionality and disability, accommodations, the history of disability activism at Macalester, and self-care. Katie Guest Rose Pryal will be speaking from 7-8pm in Kagin. Katie is a national speaker who discusses stigma, access and where institutions can go relative to disability. Learn more here. Email [email protected] if you have questions.

(J) 2/12/2020 Fund for the Public Interest Positions
Two positions are available with the Fund for Public Interest. Canvass Directors run year-round political field offices. Apply here. The Fund is also hiring summer Field Managers. Field Managers earn an average of $6000-$8000 for the season. Learn more on the website and apply here.

(E) 2/5/2020 Black History Month Events
February is black history month! The Black History Month Committee is running a number of events throughout the month at Mac. The first is February 6. It is called “Storytelling with Zulus.” View the full event calendar here.

(V) 2/5/2020 Join the Perspective Collective
The Perspective Collective is an intergenerational conversation circle between Mac students and residents at Lyngblomsten Senior Housing. There is a Tuesday session and a Thursday session. Transportation is provided. Sign up at these links for the Tuesday group or the Thursday group.

(J) 2/5/2020 Summer Teaching Positions
The Institute of Reading Development is accepting for applications for summer teaching positions in all academic disciplines. Full time teachers typically earn $550-$700 per week. Applicants must have an undergraduate degree or higher in their field. Learn more and apply here.

(C) 1/31/2020 Tufts Hemispheres Submission Deadline Extended
The deadline to submit to the next edition of Hemispheres, The Tuft Undergraduate Journal of International Affairs, topic Growing Pains, has been extended to February 10, 2020. To learn more about the journal, visit the website or email [email protected] with your questions. For submission guidelines, see this page.

(E) 1/31/2020 Events at the East Side Freedom Library
On February 6, 2020, at 7 PM, the East Side Freedom Library will host “History Revealed: Transpacific Antiracism with Historian Yuichiro Onishi.” Onishi will discuss his new book about how social movements in Black America, Japan, and Okinawa formed Afro-Asian solidarities against white supremacy. Other events in February include a community discussion, a classical music drawing event, and a documentary screening about the Gaza protest movement. More information about these events and future events can be found on the ESFL’s event calendar.

(E) 1/29/2020 Visiting Speaker on Campus
Ross Gay is a poet and essayist. His most recent book is a collection called The Book of Delights, which includes a series of micro-essays culled from his year-long project to write every day about something that delighted him. He will be here to give a talk and reading on Wednesday, February 5, from 5:30-7:00pm in the Weyerhauser Boardroom. He will also be meeting with students from 3:30-4:30 in the Old Main 4th Floor lounge on that Wednesday (2/5), for an informal conversation about writing. Take a look at this poster to learn more.

(C) 1/27/2020 Gateway History Journal Submission Deadline Extended
The Gateway History Journal is an undergraduate history journal from Washington University in St. Louis. They publish one annual issue. Submissions for the 2020 issue are now open. Papers must be between 10 and 35 pages double-spaced, not including footnotes and works cited, and in Chicago Style. Papers are not restricted by topic, region, or time period. Submissions have been extended to January 31, 2020. Send submissions to [email protected]. Learn more on the website or this flyer.

(L) 1/27/2020 DC Virtual Fair Tomorrow and Internship Search Session
There will be a virtual DC job fair tomorrow January 28 from 4 PM-6 PM. There will be 10-15 employers from Washington, DC in research, advocacy, communications, etc. Register on Handshake. Also, there will be an internship search seminar on Wednesday, January 29 from 4:45-5:45 in CC 215. Register on Handshake.

(F) 1/21/2020 Sierra Club Fellowship Applications Open
The Sierra Club is offering ten-week fellowships for high school and college students to train young people build skills in activism and advocacy, develop leadership, and meet other young people around the country who are organizing for climate justice. Apply here by January 24, 2020.

(I) 1/21/2020 Summer Special Events Internship at the Smithsonian’s Museum of American History
Applications for the Smithsonian’s Museum of American History Summer Internships are open. The internship provides a weekly stipend of $325 plus an additional $500 for travel and transportation expenses. Learn more about the position here. Apply at this link by February 3, 2020, at 2 PM EST. Be sure to list Special Events as your project choice.

(C) 1/13/2020 Tufts Historical Review Volume XIII
The Tufts Historical Review is seeking both undergraduate and graduate papers for their next issue. The theme is Roots. Articles should be between 2,500 and 8,000 words. Submissions are due by January 31, 2020, to [email protected].

(F) 1/13/2020 Mount Vernon Hotel Museum and Garden Hearst Fellowship
The Mount Vernon Hotel Museum and Garden in New York is offering two summer fellowships for undergraduate and graduate students interested in American Studies, U.S. History, Museum Studies, Education, Anthropology, English, Art, Political Science or related studies. Fellows participate directly in the daily operations of a historic site, including tours and programs for children and adults, and complete an independent project. Learn more on the website, or download this application. The application deadline is March 16, 2020.

(F) 1/13/2020 Lead for Minnesota Paid Fellowships
Lead for Minnesota is offering 20 paid two-year fellowship positions in public service roles around the state. The Fellowship includes 4 weeks of graduate level public administration, retreats, and alumni opportunities/support for graduate school, starting a business, and more. Learn more about the positions and apply on the website. There are two more rounds of applications, with deadlines of February 1 and March 1.

(C) 12/17/2019 Gateway History Journal Call for Submissions
The Gateway History Journal is an undergraduate history journal from Washington University in St. Louis. They publish one annual issue. Submissions for the 2020 issue are now open. Papers must be between 10 and 35 pages double-spaced, not including footnotes and works cited, and in Chicago Style. Papers are not restricted by topic, region, or time period. Submissions are due January 24, 2020 to [email protected]. Learn more on the website or this flyer.

(F) 12/16/2019 Auschwitz Jewish Center Fellows Program Applications Open
The Auschwitz Jewish Center Fellows Program is an opportunity for undergraduate seniors and graduate students to learn about the Holocaust in the context of Poland’s history and Jewish heritage. The three-week long program includes travel throughout Poland. All program costs except travel to the starting location in New York are covered. The application is due on January 13, 2020, and candidates of all religious, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Learn more here.

(C) 12/12/2019 Process Journal On Failure Available and Call for Papers
Process: Journal of Multidisciplinary Undergraduate Scholarship‘s latest issue, On Failure, is now available to read. Deadlines for submission for their next issue, On Embodiment, is due February 3, 2020. This issue seeks to explore understandings of the body across the humanities and sciences. How do concepts of the body resonate through culture, how have they changed over time, and what form might they take in the future? Learn more and submit on the website.

(S) 12/12/2019 ICPSR Summer Program Scholarships
The ICPSR Summer Program offers several scholarships for students interested in acquiring quantitative skills. The four-week sessions are located on the University of Michigan campus. Scholarship applications will open February 11, 2020, and close on March 31, 2020. Learn more about the courses and scholarships on the website.

(L) 12/12/2019 Museums MacExplore Trip
Career Exploration is running a one-day January MacExplore trip for sophomores focusing on museums. The trip will go to the Walker Art Center, the History Center, the Minnesota Museum of Modern Art, and the Science Museum to learn about the focus, culture, and opportunities of each museum from alumni. The trip is free and includes lunch. It will be held on January 22, with a mandatory orientation the evening of January 21. The deadline to register is January 10.

(V) 12/6/2019 Be a History Day Judge!
This spring, five thousand young scholars will be presenting their work at State and Regional History Day events! This year’s theme is “Breaking Barriers in History.” In-depth judge trainings are available to those who are interested or who want to be a State History Day judge. Read the general FAQ and the 2020 FAQ or visit the website to sign up and learn more.

(G) 12/6/2019 Columbia University Master’s in European History, Politics, and Society
Columbia’s MA program in European History, Politics, and Society is now accepting applications for Fall 2020. Students design their own programs of study on topics related to modern Europe and the program can be completed in 12 months or on a part-time basis. Learn more on the website. Applications are due March 12, 2020.

(E) 12/5/2019 Curious About Careers Event Tonight
Tonight, December 5, from 5 to 6, Career Exploration will be hosting an event focused on careers on political campaigns. The event will consist of a virtual panel with alumni and students will have the chance to ask questions and network individually. Food will be served. RSVP on Handshake.

(F) 12/5/2019 Historic Deerfield Undergraduate Fellowship in Early American History and Material Culture
Historic Deerfield is accepting applications to their Summer 2020 session of the Fellowship in Early American History and Material Culture. Seniors graduating in 2020 and juniors who expect to graduate in 2021 are welcome to apply for this 9-week living and learning opportunity. Tuition, room and board, and field trip expenses are covered. The program will run from June 8 to August 10. Applications are due February 7, 2020. Learn more and apply here or talk to Linda Sturtz.

(E) 12/5/2019 Speak Your Truth Event Tomorrow
Tomorrow, Friday, December 6, Center for Disability Resources will be hosting the first ever Speak Your Truth–a “speak out” event that highlights the stories of individuals with disabilities and seeks to share truths about life with disability in our Macalester Community. Visit the Loch tomorrow at 8 PM to hear stories and support speakers.

(G) 12/4/2019 Central European University’s Graduate Programs in History
Central European University is inviting applications to their one- and two-year MA in History programs, as well as their doctoral program, based on their new Vienna campus. Opportunities in Budapest are also available. There are scholarships available to both Masters and Doctoral students. Visit the website to learn more and apply. Applications are due January 30, 2020.

(C) 11/20/2019 Tufts Hemispheres Journal of International Affairs Call For Submissions
Hemispheres: The Tufts undergraduate journal is seeking submissions for their 2020 issue. The theme is Growing Pains. Submissions should be 5000-8000 words. Submissions are due January 25, 2020. More submission guidelines can be found here.

(G) 11/20/2019 Masters in Global Thought at Columbia University
Columbia University’s MA in Global Thought is a one-year program designed to understand and address emerging challenges and opportunities on a global scale. Students have the opportunity to design a flexible course of study which they use to inform their final essays. Applications for the 2020-2021 academic year are due April 2, 2020. Visit the website or email [email protected] for more information.

(G) 11/12/2019 Masters in Public Humanities at Brown University
Brown University’s MA in Public Humanities is an interdisciplinary program for students interested in meaningful engagement with the public. Graduates include archivists, art teachers, communications managers, curators, development writers, interpretive guides, marketing coordinators, and nonprofit business managers. The program offers two fellowships, as well as other financial aid. The application deadline is January 15. Learn more and apply here.

(G) 11/5/2019 Columbia University M.A. in History and Literature in Paris
Columbia University’s one year program is supplemented with courses at French graduate schools so students experience both American and French instruction. Fellowships, stipends, and financial aid are available. The first application deadline is January 24, 2020 and the general application deadline is May 7. Visit the website or contact [email protected] for more information.

(E) 11/5/2019 Voices on Mental Health Annual Panel
Voices on Mental Health will be having their annual panel in the Loch on Thursday, November 14, from 7-8:30PM. If you would like to be a speaker, get in touch with cochair [email protected]. There will also be a separate panel for student athletes on Tuesday, November 19. If you would like to speak at this panel, contact [email protected] or [email protected].

(G) 10/31/2019 Columbia University-London School of Economics MA/MSc in International and World History
Applications for Fall 2020 are open. With this dual degree from Columbia and LSE, students spend one year in New York and another in London, receiving degrees from both institutions. Fellowships up to 66% will be offered to three quarters of the incoming class. Priority deadline to apply is January 15, with a final deadline of March 16. Read more about the program on this flyer.

(C) 10/30/2019 National History Honor Society Biennial Convention
Paper proposals for Phi Alpha Theta, the National History Honor Society’s 2020 convention in San Antonio, are being accepted through November 15, 2019. All Phi Alpha Theta members, whether currently enrolled or graduated, are welcome to submit a proposal. For more information about the convention, see here. Phi Alpha Theta also offers scholarships and awards, which you can learn more about here.

(G) 10/30/2019 NYU Master’s in European and Mediterranean Studies
New York University’s MA in European and Mediterranean Studies is an interdisciplinary program with flexible degree requirements designed to prepare students both for doctoral programs and for future careers. There are a number of dual degree options with other NYU departments. The priority application deadline for admission and financial aid is February 1, and the final deadline is May 1. Read more on the website.

(G) 10/29/2019 University of Kansas Museum Studies Graduate Program
KU’s museum studies graduate program trains students to be leaders in the museum field. The program is designed for a wide range of students interests. KU also offers a dual master’s degree program with African & African American Studies. The GRE is no longer required. For more information, see the fact sheet and brochure.

(G) 10/29/2019 Miami University Masters in History Program
Miami University of Ohio offers their students full funding, a flexible curriculum, personal mentoring, and professional development. Miami University is especially interested in students with a focus on Latin American history, American history, Russian/Eastern European studies, and European history since 1300. For more information, email Director of Graduate Students Nishani Frazier [email protected] or refer to this poster.

(C) 10/29/2019 Yale Historical Review Essay Submissions
The Yale Historical Review is an undergraduate journal publishing bi-annually. Submissions for their fall issue are due November 1. Submitted papers must have been written for credit with a grade of A- or higher and must be at least twelve pages long. Send submissions to [email protected] with subject line “Essay Submission” and file title “YHR Fall 2019 Submission.” Be sure to include your name, the class and professor the paper was written for, the date the paper was submitted to the class, and your email address in the submission email. Remove identifying information from the file itself. Visit the website for more information.

(R) 10/8/2019 Live It Fund and Macathon Upcoming
The Live It Fund provides funding for J-Term and summer projects for students who are passionate about global citizenship and have considered an innovative approach to solving a problem they have identified. Students may work alone or in pairs. Applications are due October 28. Macathon is an event that challenges groups of 3-6 Mac students to develop a solution to a real-world problem in 24 hours. No preparation is permitted. Macathon will take place from November 8-9 this year. Applications open October 18 and close October 20.

(A) 10/8/2019 Macalester: Perspectives on Globalization Program Info Session
For students interested in the Macalester: Perspectives on Globalization program in The Hague, Netherlands, there will be an information session on Tuesday, October 15 from 12-1 in Neill 215. Information about the coursework, application process, and other opportunities provided by the program will be discussed. Recent alums of the program will also present on their experiences. View the flyer for more information. Lunch will be provided.

(C) 10/8/2019 Undergraduate Journal of Humanistic Studies
Carleton College’s Undergraduate Journal of Humanistic Studies invites undergraduate students to submit senior theses or other well-developed papers. The journal accepts submissions on a rolling basis and publishes two issues a year, in February and May. To learn more, visit the webpage, or email [email protected].

(F) 10/2/2019 James Madison Foundation Memorial Fellowship
The James Madison Fellowship is a program for current or pre-service social studies teachers seeking a Masters Degree in History/Government/American Studies/Social Studies Education, etc. The Foundation plans to offer one fellowship per state. The Fellowship has a focus on the study of the US Constitution. The 2020 application deadline is March 1, 2020. Learn more on the website.

(F) 10/2/2019 Auschwitz Jewish Center Fellowship
Students who are matriculated in graduate school or who will be completing undergraduate degrees in 2020 are invited to apply to the Auschwitz Jewish Center Fellowship program, a three week study tour that begins in New York and travels around Poland, including Krakow, Warsaw, Lódź, Treblinka, and Oświęcim (Auschwitz). During the program, fellows gain an understanding of the of the legacy of the Holocaust in Poland, its effects on collective memory, and complexities surrounding such categories as victim, bystander, and perpetrator. All program costs are covered except initial travel to New York. This year’s program will likely run from June 28-July 20. Students of all faiths and ethnicities are welcome to apply. Learn more on the website.

(F) 10/2/2019 Paid Training Position with Green Corps
Green Corps is a one year program that provides recent graduates with experience running campaigns in the field of environmental organizing. Green Corps also helps connect their fellows with jobs in environment and social change fields. Green Corps begins August 2020. Candidates must be willing to relocate. For more information and to apply, see here.

(E) 9/25/2019 The East Side Freedom Library
The East Side Freedom Library was founded by Mac professors Peter Rachleff and Beth Cleary. Its mission is to inspire solidarity, advocate for justice and work toward equity for all. The ESFL offers events, internships, volunteering opportunities, and more. Find the calendar of ESFL events here.

(E) 9/25/2019 Employers at Macalester This Week
Today at 4PM in the Campus Center there will be ANEW BAM open interviews for mentors and interns. From 6 to 7 there will be a US Bank internship info session in Library 250. Tomorrow, Thursday, from 12-1 will be a 3M finance and data careers info session in Olin-Rice 350.

(C) 9/25/2019 New Undergraduate History Journal
The University of Alabama has recently started publishing a new history journal, The Crimson History Review. The journal will put out two editions per year, and accept submissions of 3000 to 6000 words. Submissions cannot have been published elsewhere. To learn more and submit, visit the website.

(I) 9/17/2019 National Museum of American History Spring Internship
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History is accepting applications for a spring 2020 special events intern. There is a $325 weekly stipend and $500 to offset travel expenses. The deadline to apply is September 30. Learn more about the internship and how to apply on the website or read testimonials from previous interns.

(C) 9/17/2019 PCB-AHA 2020 Conference Call for Papers
The Pacific Coast Branch of the American Historical Association is accepting paper and panel proposals for the 2020 conference in Portland, Oregon, held August 6-8. The organization provides students travel grants and cheaper registration with representation by a faculty member. The deadline for submission is December 31, 2019. Learn more here, and submit on the website.

(R) 9/10/2019 AMPS Historical Conferences in England
AMPS (Architecture, Media, Politics, Society) is hosting two conferences next Summer. In historic Canterbury, the University of Kent hosts a conference on heritage and conservation in the context of 21st century digital technologies and contemporary architecture. In London, City University hosts a conference on the development of architecture and the city over the past half century in relation to design and socio-cultural change. Click here for more information.

(J) 9/10/2019 Upcoming Career Exploration Opportunities
The Macalester Fall Job and Internship Fair is coming up this month! All class years are welcome to come learn more about careers worth exploring, improve confidence in job searching, and meet with local and national employers hiring for both internship and full-time positions. The Fair will be Tuesday, September 24th from 11:30am-1pm in Kagin Ballroom. Also, there are a few MacExplore-Twin Cities programs coming up. MaxExplore-Twin Cities programs are day-long trips to several employers/organizations designed to help students imagine what it would be like to work in diverse roles within a career pathway while gaining career exploration skills and confidence. The next trip will be over Fall Break (October 24-25) for students focused on Healthcare and Legal Career Pathways.

(C) 9/9/2019 Phi Alpha Theta 2020 Biennial Convention Call for Papers
Paper proposals for the 2020 Phi Alpha Theta Convention in San Antonio are now being accepted. You must be a registered member of Phi Alpha Theta or be inducted upon paper submission to submit a proposal. Proposals must be submitted through a faculty advisor. The deadline is November 15. To learn more and submit, visit the website.

(F) 9/5/2019 Fellowship Applications for Summer Seminar with the Institute for Critical Social Inquiry
The Institute for Critical Social Inquiry (ICSI) at the New School for Social Research is now accepting fellowship applications for our 2020 Summer Seminars (June 7 – 13, 2020). The 2020 Summer Seminars are with: Noam Chomsky on “Teetering on the Brink: Will Civilization Long Survive?”, Saskia Sassen on “Expulsions: The Rise of Extractive Logics in Our Economies and Societies”, and Eyal Weizman on “Forensis.” Advanced graduate students and faculty are eligible to apply here. Applications are due December 15, 2019.

(C) 9/3/2019 Chicago Journal of History Call for Papers
The University of Chicago’s undergraduate history journal, the Chicago Journal of History, is accepting submissions for their Autumn 2019 edition. They do not impose any thematic restriction on contributors, and papers should be between 15 and 40 double spaced pages long. Submissions should be sent to [email protected] to be reviewed. Submissions are due September 15. Learn more on their website.

(C) 9/3/2019 Process Journal Issue On The Future Now Live and Call for Papers
Process: Journal of Multidisciplinary Undergraduate Scholarship has released their latest issue, On The Future, and is looking for submissions for their next, On Failure. The journal publishes undergraduate work in a variety of disciplines. More information can be found on the website. Submissions are due September 30.

(C) 5/1/2019 Process Journal Call for Papers
Process: Journal of Multidisciplinary Undergraduate Scholarship is looking for submissions for their next issue, On The Future. They are looking for submissions that reflect upon or demonstrate how the future resonates in culture. The journal publishes undergraduate work in a variety of disciplines. More information can be found on the website. Submissions are due May 27.

(C) 4/15/2019 Process Journal Issue On Kinship Now Live and Call for Papers.
Process: Journal of Multidisciplinary Undergraduate Scholarship has released their latest issue, On Kinship, and is looking for submissions for their next, On The Future. The journal publishes undergraduate work in a variety of disciplines. More information can be found on the website. Submissions are due May 27.

(E) 4/15/2019 Lecture by Senegalese author and journalist Boubacar Boris Diop
The French and Francophone Studies department is hosting “African Literature at the Crossroad of Languages” which will be held in Neill 226 on April 15. Acclaimed Senegalese novelist, essayist, and journalist Boubacar Boris Diop will speak about the challenges of African literatures written in colonial, global, and national languages. For more information, see the poster.

(C) 4/10/2019 Columbia University Journal of Politics and Society Call for Papers
The Journal of Politics & Society is the United States’ premier interdisciplinary journal of undergraduate scholarship in the social sciences, published by the Helvidius Group of Columbia University. The Editorial Board of the Helvidius Group is seeking submissions of scholarly research from undergraduate students in colleges and universities around the world, from our home here in New York to Illinois to England to Singapore. Current undergraduates and recent graduates may submit work they completed as undergraduate students. Students from all social science disciplines are encouraged to submit their work. Click here for more information and the deadline to submit a paper for the Spring 2020 issue is August 15, 2019.

(E) 4/8/2019 Information Session for Doctors without Borders
On Tuesday, April 23rd,  join Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) for a recruitment information session in Minneapolis, MN. This is a great opportunity to meet their recruitment team and learn about how you can join MSF’s pool of dedicated aid workers. They are currently recruiting for a variety of medical and non-medical positions.

(C) 4/8/2019 Submit to Yale Historical Review
The Yale Historical Review is an undergraduate journal that publishes original research in History and related topics with historical focuses bi-annually. Our organization is currently looking for submissions for our Spring 2019 issue. Please send your submission to [email protected] with the subject line “Essay Submission” and the file title “YHR Spring 2019 Submission.” Click here for more information on the requirements for your submission. Papers will be accepted on a rolling basis until April 15th at 11:59pm.

(E) 3/27/2019 Attend the Critical Theory Symposium
The Critical Theory Symposium will be held at 6:45 pm on Friday, April 5 in the Weyerhaeuser Board Room. Macalester professors Olga Gonzalez (Anthropology) and Bill Hart (Religious Studies) will be giving lectures. There will be a buffet and graduating Critical Theory concentrators will receive their graduation presents. See the poster for more information.

(E) 3/27/2019 The Unlikely Histories of the Minneapolis and St. Paul Jewish Communities with Earl Schwartz
The Macalester Jewish Organization hosts Earl Schwartz, a lifelong citizen of the Twin Cities and student and teacher of Jewish literature and history (and faculty at Hamline University) for a talk on the history of Jewish community in the Twin Cities.  All are welcome! The talk is on April 2, 2019 at 9pm in Kirk 8 Lounge.

(I) 3/27/2019 Apply for the Inclusion and Community Engagement Internship with the Minnesota Historical Society
The INCE Fellowship encourages Twin Cities undergraduates from diverse communities to explore the challenges within museums, historical organizations, and cultural institutions as they relate to inclusion, representation, narrative, and the workforce. The program is designed to encourage more students from underrepresented communities to consider working in the museum field and consists of three major phases: 1) 3-credit course in the Fall, 2) museum trip to Chicago over winter break, 3) paid internship with cultural organizations in the Spring. View this page for more information and apply as soon as possible!

(I) 3/11/2019 Minnesota Historical Society Summer Internships Applications Open
The Minnesota Historical Society offers summer internships in a number of areas and historic sites. The applications are open from now until March 24. For more information and to apply, see the opportunities page on the Minnesota Historical Society website.

(I) 3/11/2019 Internship Opportunity at World Without Genocide
World Without Genocide is a human rights organization. It has openings for full year Operations and Advocacy internships for Fall 2019-Spring 2020. The internships are unpaid but academic credit may be arranged. Applications are due April 25. More information can be found here or on the World Without Genocide website.

(I) 2/7/2019 Special Events Internship at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History
Applications for the National Museum of American History’s Special Events summer internship are due on April 1, though application review will begin on March 25. This internship is unpaid, but offers a $500 stipend to help with travel and transportation expenses. More information can be found here and here. To apply, see this page.

(G) 3/1/2019 MA/MSc in International and World History
The dual MA/MSc in International and World History at Columbia University and the London School of Economics is calling for applications this spring. At the heart of the program is the two year dissertation, an original scholarly work based on empirical research and analysis. Students spend the first year in New York and the second year in London, receiving degrees from both institutions. Applications are due by March 15, 2019.More information can be found on the flyer.

(E) 2/26/2019 Unforgotten Film at the Hmong Museum
The Hmong Museum is showing a film about the Hmong Special Guerilla Veterans and their experiences. After the film, there will a panel discussion with filmmakers and the veterans. This is an opportunity for students to learn about documenting history and producing a film. The film is showing on Thursday, March 14th at 6pm and the address is 626 University Ave W.  Find the flyer for the event here. 

(E) 2/22/2019 Event with scholar of St. Paul history
The East Side Freedom Library and Ramsey County Historical Society are hosting an interactive lecture/discussion with Elizabeth Duclos-Orsello about her new book, Modern Bonds: Redefining Community in Early 20th Century St. Paul. The book considers how everyday practices united and divided citizens across lines of gender, class, and race while remaking the definition of “community.” Books will be available for purchase and signing. No reservations needed. The event will be on Tuesday, March 12 at 7 PM. More information can be found here or on Facebook.

(V) 2/20/2019 Volunteer at a Historical Archive with Hallie Q. Brown
You will help support Hallie Q. Brown’s growing Historical Archive and the preservation efforts around the historic Rondo neighborhood. As a volunteer, you can support with the digitization of photographs, recording conversations, transcribing interviews, and fulfill the ongoing organizational needs of the project. This opportunity is ideal for those interested in historic preservation, American history, cultural or anthropological studies, and urban planning. This opportunity will be on Mondays from 7:45 to 9:30 a.m. (Transportation time included). Email [email protected] if interested!

(G) 2/14/2019 Apply for Bard College Master of Arts in Teaching Program
Applications for the Bard College Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) Program are now open. Bard MAT is interested in recruiting students interested in history who want to become middle or high school social studies teachers. The program gives equal weight to history and education in its curriculum. The program also works with partner schools in the area. Apply here by April 30. More information can be found here and on the website.

(I) 2/12/2019 Intern at the Brookings Institution in Washington, D.C.
Are you at least a Sophomore? Macalester students and young alumni have been invited to participate in a recruitment process for paid summer internships for candidates underrepresented in policy research (defined by Brookings as women, students of color, LGBTQI+ students, students with disabilities, and first-generation students). Applications are due in Handshake by February 20th (including a writing sample and unofficial transcript), and internships will be filled by late March.

(J) 2/12/2019 Macalester Job and Internship Fair
This year, the Macalester Job and Internship Fair will be on Tuesday, April 2, from 11:30-1:30pm. More than 40+ organizations will come to Macalester to recruit students for internships and full-time roles. Walk-ins are welcome and the full details can be found on Handshake.

(J) 2/12/2019 Law Careers Fair
The Careers in Law Fair is happening Wednesday, March 6 at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities West Bank. Career and info fair featuring employers including government, legislative offices, non-profits. Test prep and 12+ law schools will also be present. Click here for more information.

(J) 2/12/2019 “Special for Mac” Opportunities
There are several alumni-posted opportunities in Handshake for current students. “Special for Mac” opportunities are  internships and/or research that are not located at Macalester but are being hired in partnership with Macalester. Current partner organizations include: Princeton University Art Museum, Brookings, National Geographic, Wilder Foundation, Open Secrets Project, Twitter, Wisconsin Project, the U.S. State Department & the U.S. Department of Fisheries & Wildlife.  Full details in Handshake by searching jobs with “HireMac”.

(E) 2/8/2019 American Studies Annual Conference
On Thursday, February 14 from 7-9 pm in Davis Court, Kyera Singleton (Class of 2011), will lead a scholarly conversation titled “NARRATING BLACK WOMEN’S INCARCERATION AND RESISTANCE” in dialogue with Prof. Crystal Moten (History), and Guy Chinang (Class of 2020). Prof. Moten teaches 20^th century African American History.

On Saturday, February 16 from 10am to 12 noon in Davis Court, organizers with MPD150 will present an interactive talk and workshop on their project, “A People’s Evaluation of the Minneapolis Police Department” MPD150 is a participatory effort by Minneapolis-based organizers, researchers, artists and activists to create a police-free future.

(J) 2/6/2019 Historic Fort Snelling at Bdote is hiring for site guide positions.
Fort Snelling is hiring sit guid positions with backgrounds in Native American, African American, and/or Japanese history and culture. The summer program is set up in areas that concentrate on specific information. For instance, there is an area that concentrates on the site as Bdote—a sacred site of Dakota creation. Programming also focuses on Indigenous history at the site stretching back thousands of years and that the site resides on Dakota homeland. Another station concentrates on trade, including before Europeans arrived on the continent. Click here for more information or visit the MN Historical Society Jobs website.

(M) 2/5/2019 Apply to Live in Interfaith House
Do you want to live on campus next year? Are you interested in being a part of a meaningful, intentional community? Interfaith House at Kirk 8 allows for students to live out the fullness of their religious, cultural, spiritual, moral, and philosophical traditions in relationship with others. Interfaith House seeks to foster creative discussion and dialogue across difference for students of diverse commitments from the world’s religions, as well as seekers, agnostics, and humanists. By living together in intentional community, we seek to create a safe environment for exploration, mutual understanding, and relationship building. Learn more here and complete an application by February 14th, 2019. Questions? Email [email protected].

(V) 2/5/2019 Volunteer to be a History Day Judge
Sign up to be a judge for History Day in Minnesota. Twin Cities, regional, and state competitions all need judges. Evaluating History Day projects is interesting and rewarding, and it helps young historians develop their skills and abilities. History Day judges review entries in their preferred category, provide feedback to students, and select which projects advance from the Regional and State competitions. The time commitment can be as little as one five-hour event or can extend to multiple competitions across the Metro area and greater Minnesota. Please contact History Day program manager Sarah Aschbrenner if you have any questions.

(I)(R) 2/5/2019 Apply to The Boost It Fund!
The Boost It Fund is for those in the process of scaling businesses, nonprofits, & community projects. Entrepreneurship at Macalester can offer a boost to power through roadblocks with funding and mentorship. We are looking to support students who need more resources to continue to push their idea forward. All applications are due March 24 at 11:59pm. An information session will be on February 7th from noon to 1pm, in Library 250. Free lunch will be provided.

(I)(R) 2/5/2019 Apply to MacNest!
MacNest is a 10-week internship program where students receive funding to intern at Twin Cities startups. This program allows students to work closely with a founder in a complex, demanding work experience while deepening Macalester’s connections and influence in the Twin Cities startup ecosystem. Student’s will also participate in career development workshops once a week to connect their internship experience to vocation. They will also be a part of the Summer Idea Showcase and the MacNest showcase where they will be sharing their stories and experiences. All applications are due on February 10 at 11:59 p.m. An information session will be on February 7th from noon to 1pm, in Library 250. Free lunch will be provided.

(I)(R) 2/5/2019 Apply for MacStartups!
MacStartups is a fully-immersive, 10-week intensive program designed to incubate the development of Macalester student entrepreneurial ideas. In addition to funding, student entrepreneurs are provided work space, professional advisors, expert speakers, and workshops. They will also participate in two networking showcases, the Summer Idea Showcase and MacGo, to pitch their ideas to a large audience of investors and members from the local startup community and Macalester. This program is open to all students who are currently enrolled and graduating Seniors. All applications are due on February 21 at 11:59pm. An information session will be on February 7th from noon to 1pm, in Library 250. Free lunch will be provided.

(E) 2/1/2019 Register for Minnesota Private College’s Job and Internship Fair
Sign up for the Minnesota Private College’s Job and Internship Fair on February 21st, 2019. to meet employers and recruiters in a low-stress environment, learn about opportunities you didn’t know existed, and find jobs or internships in business, nonprofit, science and government fields. The deadline to register is February 8th, 2019. Click here to view more information.

(I) 1/28/2019 Institute of Reading Development Summer Internship
The Institute of Reading Development offers summer reading skills programs in partnership with the continuing education departments of more than 100 colleges and universities nationwide. Each year we hire hard-working, encouraging people with a passion for reading to teach our summer programs. The Institute is seeking applicants from any academic discipline. All applicants must have an undergraduate degree or higher in their field before the start of our teaching season. To apply please visit here.

(F) 1/14/2019 Mount Vernon Hotel Museum and Garden Hearst Fellowships 2019
Two William Randolph Hearst Fellowships are available for Summer 2019, for undergraduate or graduate students interested in American Studies, U.S. History, Museum Studies, or Education. The Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden is a historic building in New York City, built in 1799, presents the story of the hotel and interprets the 19th-century time period in New York and American history, focusing in particular on the 1820s and 1830s. Hearst Fellows will conduct original research about NY history, work as interpreters, and assist with summer children’s programs. For more information, please look at this page on the Museum’s website: https://www.mvhm.org/get-involved/, and then select “Fellowships” from the left-hand menu, and also see details in the application linked here.  Applications due March 11.

(G) 1/11/2019 NYU Master’s in European and Mediterranean Studies – Call for applications
Applications for NYU’s MA in European and Mediterranean Studies Program are now available.  The degree can be completed in 12 months (2 semesters and a summer session) with joint degree options also available.  For more information about the program and how to apply, visit the NYU Graduate Studies Website.

(G) 1/11/2019 Columbia’s M.A. Program in European History, Politics, and Society Accepting Applications for Fall 2019
Students design their own programs, and can choose courses related to modern European topics in Arts and Sciences, the School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA), and the Law School. The degree is designed for students going on to graduate and professional schools and to careers in business, government, law, and the nonprofit sector. The program can be completed in 12 months but part-time study is also possible. The European Institute offers financial support to its students.
Find more information about the program at ma.europe.columbia.edu. Deadline March 15, 2019.

(J) 1/10/2019 Summer Jobs Teaching Reading
The Institute of Reading Development offers summer reading skills programs in partnership with the continuing education departments of more than 100 colleges and universities nationwide. They are now accepting applications for paid positions for reading teachers for summer programs. They are seeking applicants  with undergraduate degrees from any academic discipline. Seniors can qualify. The deadline is March 31. To learn more and apply visit: Summer Teaching Jobs

(J) 1/10/2019 Talent Desk “Career Finder” Site Provides History-Specific Jobs Information
Talent Desk’s Career Finder “history degree jobs” page provides information on careers for those with history degrees. The guide gives a visual breakdown by popularity, pay, and growth potential for fields where history graduates are working, as well as many job listings. Their results are based on government data from over 2 million respondents representing 360 careers. Their free career finder tool brings long-term employment data and job postings together for job search after graduation. Find the page here: https://www.talentdesk.com/career-finder/history-degree-jobs

(G) 12/10/2018 PhD Program in Classics at Johns Hopkins University
The PhD Program in Classics at Johns Hopkins is currently accepting applications. The deadline for application for fall admission is January 15, 2019. Detailed information and application procedures can be found at https://classics.jhu.edu/graduate/.

(C) 12/10/2018 Call for Papers: Hemispheres
Hemispheres, The Tufts Undergraduate Journal of International Affairs is now accepting submissions relating to this year’s theme of Global Visions, Local Interests. Submissions should be research articles, approx. 5000-8000 words, written by undergraduates in a broad range of fields relevant to international affairs. To view paper requirements and guidelines, please visit this link.

(G) 12/10/2018 University of Michigan MICHHERS Program
History alumna Molly Brookfield is pursuing a PhD. at the University of Michigan, and forwarded info about their MICHHERS program that might be of interest to seniors or recent History grads. She has heard great things about the program from past participants and faculty. And she would also be happy to talk to any students who are interested in pursuing a PhD in History (or Women’s Studies) at Michigan. For her contact information, please check with the history office. Students interested in pursuing a PhD in History or Women’s Studies at University of Michigan can also look at the MICHHERS flyer and the MICHHERS handout.

(G) 11/30/2018 History of Science, Technology, and Medicine PhD at University of Illinois
For more information about their HSTM graduate field, please see https://history.illinois.edu/science-technology-and-medicine; for general information about the graduate program in the Department of History, see https://history.illinois.edu/academics/graduate-studies/prospective-students-welcome-and-overview.

(I) 11/30/2018 Internship Opportunities at the Scott County Historical Society
The Scott County Historical Society, located in Shakopee, MN, has several internship opportunities opening up. All have an application deadline of February 1^st, 2018. Please see the flyers for the house program, exhibit, library inventory, and gallery exhibit positions.

(L) 11/30/2018 Human Rights in Palestine and Israel Talk – Eric Goldstein
The talk, entitled “Human Rights in Israel and Palestine: New Approaches” will explore the organization’s monitoring of human rights in Israel and Palestine, advocacy in the absence of a meaningful peace process, and conduct in the face of a one-state reality. Tuesday December 4th, 7:00 PM in Weyerhaeuser Chapel.

(C) 11/14/2018 Gateway History Journal Call for Submissions
The Gateway History Journal is looking for papers of 10-35 pages of length on any topic, region, or time period. Submissions are due by January 13, 2019 and should be submitted to [email protected]. Please see the Gateway 2019 Submissions Flyer for more details.

(C) 11/12/2018 Columbia Journal of Literary Criticism Call for Submissions
The Columbia Journal of Literary Criticism is seeking pitches and essays for its 2018-2019 issue, exploring the theme of “Revision”, to be published in the spring. Writers should either be current undergraduates or recent graduates submitting undergraduate work.

(L) 11/5/2018 MacExplore Trip to Museum of Russian Art
MacExplore is leading a career-oriented visit to The Museum of Russian Art. Learn from staff in diverse roles in a member-supported non-profit museum located in south Minneapolis. Information about internships will also be available. Respond on Handshake at https://macalester.joinhandshake.com/events/200908

(A) 10/31/2018 One Heart Source Mentorship Programs in Cape Town, South Africa
For more information, see www.oneheartsource.org. Apply here for 2019 Programs:  2019 Application.

(I) 10/31/2018 MN Historical Society Internships
Spring 2019 Internships run January through May and the application is open between now and November 15th. Interns can apply on the Historical Society website.

(L)(N) 10/31/2018 MacExplore visit to Springboard for the Arts 11/4, Russian Museum of Art 11/8
Please respond on Handshake for MacExplore to Springboard for the Arts and Museum Careers at the Museum of Russian Art 

(S) 10/31/2018 Apply for the January Live It Fund!
Live it Fund supports students who identify an opportunity or problem and propose an innovative solution.  Awards range from $500-$2000 in J-Term, followed by an opportunity to apply for summer funding of up to $10,000. Application deadline is Sunday, November 11 at 11:59 pm. Learn more and apply here.

(G) 10/19/2018 Dual MA/MS in International and World History
Applications for Fall 2019 are now open for the Columbia University and London School of Economics MA/Msc in International and World History. See the program flyer here.

(E) 10/19/2018 Museum Professionals Networking Night November 8th
Network with established museum professionals at the University of St. Thomas Museum of Asmat Art, Thursday, November 8th at 6:00 pm. The event is free and all undergraduates interested in museum careers are welcome.

(E) 10/16/2018 “Globetrotters of the Mediterranean: From University Activism to Prison Reform in the Franco-Tunisian 1968” talk by Burleigh Hendrickson
Join the Macalester History Department at our annual Funk History Lecture on October 22, 6-7:00 pm, in the Harmon Room of the Library, where Doctor Burleigh Hendrickson of Dickinson College will present his talk “Globetrotters of the Mediterranean: From University Activism to Prison Reform in the Franco-Tunisian 1968.” See the talk flyer here.

(E) 10/12/2018 PhD Programs: A Conversation with Naomi Sussman ’12
If the historian’s craft captured your imagination here at Macalester, you may be wondering if Grad School is right for you. A PhD program may seem like a logical next step, a chance to delve deeper, a haven. But what does Grad School entail? What does daily life look like as a historian-in-training?  Join Mac alumna and Yale PhD candidate Naomi Sussman for a candid chat about the highs and lows of a PhD program and preparing to navigate the academe on Thursday, October 18 from 3-4:30 in the Old Main 4th floor lounge. Read more about the event in this flyer.

(J) (I) 10/12/2018 Macalester Career Development Center (CDC) Update
The CDC provides a weekly update to share opportunities relevant to History. Find the Oct 10 update here. 

(E) 10/10/2018 Alumni Chat: Greg Luloff ’99
Register for this event to chat with Greg Luloff ’99, who is currently Associate General Counsel at Amazon Video. His team looks after the licensing of video content from studios and then distributing those movies and television shows throughout the world, with video services to over 200 countries. His team focuses on thinking about ways to license all of the content across different geographies and make sure the product works for their customers (local ratings, language support, parental controls, etc.). In the past, Greg has worked as a corporate counsel and senior corporate counsel of retail at Amazon, as well as Senior Corporate Counsel at Amazon Europe Core Sarl.  Sign up via Handshake at https://macalester.joinhandshake.com/events/200878

(G) 10/10/2018 University of Kansas Museum Studies Graduate Program
The University of Kansas, offers a graduate program in Museum Studies. For more information please see the fact sheet, brochure and social media graphics.

(I) 10/10/2018 Call for History Day Mentors (paid) and Judges
The Minnesota Historical Society is seeking students to serve as History Day mentors, and judges. Find a flyer about the paid mentorship program here. Macalester students can also serve as history day judges, as some did last spring, including judging the regional competitions.  Paul Schadewald in Macalester’s Community Engagement Center can be contacted for details. They have provided a link for their online application. Find more information about MNHS History Day program on their website here.

(I) 10/10/2018 Special Events Internship at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History- Spring 2019
The Development branch of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, the Office of Special Events plans and coordinates over 100 events each year including: exhibition openings, press conferences, donation ceremonies, staff receptions, donor cultivation events, and corporate dinners and receptions. The internship description can be found here.  Additional information concerning qualifications, responsibilities, and learning objectives can be found here. Information about events at the Museum can also be found by visiting https://americanhistory.si.edu/museum/special-events. The application deadline is Thursday, November 1^st.

(E) 10/9/2018 One-Day Conference: 1968 and the War for America’s Soul
Join the Discussion at the “One-Day Conference: 1968 and the War for America’s Soul” on Friday, October 26 (Fall Break), 8am – 4pm (lunch provided) at the University of St. Thomas campus. Tickets are free, but space is limited. Find out more and register here

Fifty years ago, the United States was embroiled in political turmoil. Minnesota and its leaders were at the forefront of crucial events, including the presidential election. Fifty years later, the University of St. Thomas is hosting 1968 and the War for America’s Soul, and you are invited to examine and reflect on important issues of today. Michael Schumacher author of The Contest: 1968 Presidential Election and the War for America’s Soul will be the keynote speaker. Panels and breakout sessions will include the people who participated in the events that changed and shaped our state and country. Students and young leaders will discuss what the lessons of 1968 mean for today’s political moment and professional and student journalists will talk about the role the news media played then and now.

(G) 10/5/2018 Wake Forest University Social Studies Master’s and Teacher Licensure Program
Wake Forest University’s one-year program offers both a master’s degree as well as teacher licensure in secondary social studies. Please see the Wake Forest University MA Flyer and the Wake Forest University Letter for more details. Deadline 1/15/2019.

(E) 10/5/2018 Voices on Mental Health Events
The student organization, Voices on Mental Health, is hosting a few events this month surrounding grief, loss, and trauma specifically surrounding the grief process and how they can differ from person to person.
Tuesday October 9th, 3:45-5:45 pm Idea Lab: Create Your Own Story Portrait; an art workshop with Laurie Phillips (Suicide Survivors Club illustrator). This is a drop-in style.
Friday October 12th, 12-1pm Loch: A projected presentation of artwork by students on their grief and loss experience.
Tuesday, October 16th, 7-8 pm, Weyerhauser Chapel: A panel of speakers representing NAMI and the Suicide Survivors Club followed by a Q&A session

(W) 10/5/2018 Tech IT Out in the Idea Lab!
Tech IT Out is a new drop in series from the Digital Resource Center and Idea Lab featuring short, technology-focused sessions to help you level up your skills. Sessions will run on Thursdays from 4:40-5:00 pm. October’s Tech IT Out theme is “Adventures in 3D.” This week (Oct. 4) , drop in to learn how to use a 360 camera from 4:40-5:00pm. Next week, learn an easy-to-use 3D modeling app!

(J) (I) 9/28/2018 Macalester Career Development Center (CDC) Update
The CDC provides a weekly update to share opportunities relevant to History. Find the Sept 27 update here. The update also refers to attached flyers. Find those here and here.

(J&I) 9/26/2018 Macalester Career Development Center (CDC) Update
The CDC provides a weekly update to share opportunities relevant to History. Find the Sept 20 update here.

(V) 9/21/2018 Volunteering at the Minnesota Historical Society (MHS)
Last spring several History students volunteered at the MHS to work on a group project in their archives, and the MHS is again offering this opportunity.rehousing records from the St. Cloud Reformatory. Previous volunteers have found evidence items such as cigarette butts or knives, “illegal” items such as a lock of hair sent in a love letter, inmates’ art, etc. Our Community Engagement Center is  coordinating the project, and will provide transportation. If you have any questions, please contact Abby Thomsen at [email protected]

(C) 9/07/2018 Process Call for Papers
Process is currently accepting submissions for its next issue, On Narrative. They conceive of “narrative” broadly, as anything pertaining to the way people tell stories, in a range of settings and with varying degrees of formality. Stories have a unique role in human cultures and a particular relationship to emotional life, mental processes, and spiritual practices. While narratives have the power to unite societies and heal people, they can also be used to promote injustice and violence. Visit the website for more information about CFP DEADLINE: Monday, October 8, 2018

(E) 9/07/2018 September Events at The Museum of Russian Art
Find the Flier of TMORA September events here.

(E) 3/13/2018 Nominate a Professor for a Voices on Mental Health Appreciation Award
Have you had a professor who has supported your mental health and/or disability? Take a few minutes and nominate them for the 2018 Professor Appreciation Awards for Mental Health and Disability! This is a chance for us to publicly honor and thank our professors who have supported us at some point over the years as we navigate being students while living with the realities of our mental health and disability(s). Any comments will be sent anonymously to the professor, whose name will be published in a list of honored professors.
To honor a professor, fill out this form.

(I) (L) 3/13/2018 Inclusion and Community Engagement Fellowship Program with Minnesota Historical Society
The Minnesota Historical Society is recruiting for a fellowship opportunity with their Department of Inclusion and Community Engagement (INCE). The INCE Fellowship Program (formerly known as the ACTC Fellowship) is a course that encourages undergraduates from diverse communities to explore the challenges within museums, historical organizations, and cultural institutions related to inclusion, representation, narrative, and the workforce.
The program is divided into three parts: a 3 credit undergraduate course, a paid internship, and a trip to Chicago, Illinois. Interested students should contact Jae Yates, [email protected] or Kyle Parsons at [email protected].  Find the program flyer here and the application link here. The priority deadline for applications is March 23rd and positions are competitive so students should apply as soon as possible.

(L) 3/7/2018 Alumni Chat with Isabella Kulkarni ’13
Register to talk with Isabella Kulkarni ’13. Since graduating from Macalester, Kulkarni has been working as a reporter and producer on a host of different podcasts including The Ringer’s Slate, Gimlet’s Undone, Mogul: The Life and Death of Chris Lighty, and The Nod, and WNYC’s On The Media. She is also a freelance contributor for NPR’s Marketplace. This talk will be geared towards those with an interest in journalism/roles in media. She will discuss her journey into the industry and her work in new media startups, radio, and podcasting. She’ll let you know how her degree and graduate school helped her and suggestions she has for what she would have done differently. Isabella Kulkarni is a 2013 graduate of Macalester and a 2016 graduate of Columbia Graduate School of Journalism. The talk will be held in the DeWitt Wallace Library on March 29 from 12:00 to 12:45 PM. Only five out of ten spots are still available.

(I) 3/7/2018 Minnesota Book Publishers’ Roundtable Internship Fair
Students interested in opportunities in publishing can attend the Minnesota Book Publishers’ Roundtable Internship Fair on March 27. Publishers will be on-site to answer questions, take resumes, and give brief informational interviews about opportunities available at their respective companies. This free event will take place in the Open Book (Target Performance Hall), 1011 Washington Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55415. Please RSVP on the website.

(L) 3/7/2018 Chat with Maggie Jackson (Columnist/Foreign Correspondent)
Maggie Jackson, a member of the Mac Parent Board, will be available to talk about portfolio careers (when and why to depart from a “one job” model of a career, the benefits and pitfalls of being a free agent writer and author); how to write about what matters most to you; and how to balance time for deep thought with handling a social media presence. Jackson is an award-winning author and former Boston Globe columnist known for her penetrating coverage of social issues, especially technology’s impact on humanity. Her acclaimed second book Distracted jumpstarted our global conversation on the steep costs of fragmenting our attention and will be published in a new, updated edition in 2018. The recipient of numerous awards and fellowships, her essays and articles and books have been featured in the New York Times, Utne, National Public Radio, New Philosopher and many other publications worldwide. A graduate of Yale University and the London School of Economics, Jackson is at work on a new book about the reflective mind in an age of snap judgment. The event will take place in Markim Hall 201 from 12-1 PM on March 23.

(L) 3/7/2018 MacExplore visit to Star Tribune
Join MacExplore for this trip over the the StarTribune in Minneapolis to meet with our alumnus Colin Covert, the paper’s film critic who specializes in feature writing and pop culture reporting. Colin will bring the group around their space and introduce the group to colleagues like Pulitzer Prize winning editorial cartoonist Steve Sack, somebody on the tech side, maybe photo, maybe newsroom management, and maybe Mike Klingensmith (Publisher and Macalester trustee). All class years and all majors welcome. There will be pizza in Kagin Commons at 11:20, and the group will leave from there by 11:40. If you are coming but won’t join for pizza in advance, please let Michele Moylan know at [email protected]. The event will go until 1:25 PM. It is on March 8.

(E) 3/7/2018 “Digging Up the Past” Exhibit at the University of Minnesota Elmer L. Andersen Library
Digging Up the Past uncovers the diverse, delightful, difficult, provocative, and unexpected stories from University of Minnesota’s Archives and Special Collections that have been unearthed as part of Umbra Search African American History’s effort to digitize nearly 500,000 African American history materials from across the University of Minnesota’s collections. The event is free and open to the public. It begins at 5:00 PM on March 19. Find out more and RSVP on the website. RSVP requested by March 12.

(I) 3/5/2018 Internship with the St. Paul Department of Planning and Economic Development
The City of Saint Paul is looking for a summer Department of Planning and Economic Development intern. The work may involve economic development, geography, historic preservation, housing, and planning. The position is paid. More information can be found here. The application deadline is March 19.

(G) 3/5/2018 Bard College Master of Arts in Teaching Program
Students interested in working in middle or high school social studies teaching positions can apply to the Bard College Master of Arts in Teaching Program. Bard MAT’s curriculum gives equal weight to graduate study in history and education. Students at Bard MAT work both Bard supervisors and with mentor teachers at local public schools. More information on the program and the application can be found at this website and on this flyer. Applications for summer are due April 30.

(C) 3/2/2018 2018 Northern Great Plains History Conference in Mankato
The NGPHC has welcomed undergraduate student papers over the years, and there are two undergraduate student paper awards, including an award for the best undergraduate paper.  Additionally, the Society for Military History-First Division Museum Cantigny sponsors a $400 award for the best undergraduate student paper. The Northern Great Plains History Conference will meet 20-22 September. More information about the conference can be found on this flyer and here: https://www.ngphconference.org/

(I) 3/2/2018 Tribal and Cultural Affairs Summer Internship with the National Park Service
The National Park Service is accepting applications for its Tribal and Cultural Affairs Summer Internship. This paid, 11-week internship is a great opportunity for students majoring in Geography, History, and Anthropology. The internship will assist in the creation of a GIS-based Tribal Lands finding aid for National Park Service managers. This program is a professional development program that supports undergraduate and graduates students from underrepresented populations, who wish to gain exposure to and experience in the historic preservation/cultural resources fields of work. For more information, please visit the Handshake posting. Applications are due March 4th.

(I) 2/16/2018 MacStartups Applications are now open!
MacStartups is a 10-week fully-immersive summer incubator program open to current Macalester students. Working in a team of 2-3, students spend the summer using their creativity and super-powers to tackle a problem they’re passionate about solving while connecting with the Twin Cities entrepreneurship community. Teams will be selected based on their identification of the problem, creative solution, enthusiasm, and ability to work collaboratively. They are expected to develop the courage to take risks, learn methodologies and equip themselves with a toolkit, and work collaboratively with a cohort of fellow Mac students & integrate with the vibrant MSP innovator community. The application is now open and is due Sunday, February 25th.

(I) 2/16/2018 Collections Internship with the Minnesota Transportation Museum
The Minnesota Transportation Museum’s collection consists of transportation-related records, photographs, and objects, but this year, MTM is establishing a new collections space. The Collections Intern will provide support for maintaining records and learning about acquisitions, the accessioning process, art and object handling procedures, storage care and maintenance, environmental care, and overall museum operations. The internship is for ten weeks this summer. For more information see the attached flyer and send in your information by Friday, March 16th.

(G) 2/16/2018 Applications for Fall 2018 Medieval & Renaissance Studies Columbia University
The Medieval and Renaissance Studies Program at Columbia University offers flexible opportunities to study the medieval and early modern worlds amidst the tremendous intellectual and cultural resources of New York City. Students are able to structure the degree to fit their interests, whether they specialize in one field or take an interdisciplinary approach. The program offers courses through a wide range of university departments, and students can choose to focus on any subject in the medieval and early modern eras in almost any geographical region (including Asia and the Americas). The degree is offered with both a full-time and a part-time option.

(I) 2/14/2018 Special Events Internship at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History
The Office of Special Events at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History is accepting internship applications for summer 2018. As part of the Development branch of the museum, the Office of Special Events at the National Museum of American History plans and coordinates over 100 events each year including: exhibition openings, press conferences, donation ceremonies, staff receptions, donor cultivation events, and corporate dinners and receptions. To apply, please create an account on SOLAA and choose “NMAH Special Events Internship (External Affairs) Program” as your program choice from the National Museum of American History drop-down. Alternatively, you may submit a cover letter, resume, letter of recommendation, and unofficial transcript to [email protected]. Start and end dates and full time or part time availability should be included in your application materials as well. The application deadline is Thursday, March 1^st. This unpaid internship typically offers a one-time $300 stipend to help with travel and transportation expenses. Additional information about the internship can be found at
https://americanhistory.si.edu/getinvolved/internship/opportunities/special-events.

(N) 2/14/2018 History Alum Resource for Working in Cultural Resource Management
Chris Dayton ’98, is a Cultural Resource Management Manager in Austen, TX working with an environmental firm. In his program, Dayton works with eight archeologists and five historians based in Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana. Any classics or history grads interested in CRM consulting (where 90% of US archaeology happens) or working in the Southwest, please ask [email protected] for contact information.

(I) 2/14/2018 Mount Vernon Hotel Museum and Garden Fellowships
The Mount Vernon Hotel Museum and Garden is pleased to announce two William Randolph Hearst Fellowships for Summer 2018, for undergraduate or graduate students interested in American Studies, U.S. History, Museum Studies, or Education. The Hearst Fellows will conduct original research about NY history, work as interpreters, and assist with summer children’s programs. For more information, please look at this page on the Museum’s website and select “Fellowships” from the left hand menu. You can also find more details on the fellowship application.

(G) 1/26/2018 Grad School Test Grants
Macalester College Student Government (MCSG) recently started the GSAT Grant Program that assists students with graduate school admission test costs. This semester, they will be giving out 50 $100 grants to juniors and seniors appearing for any graduate school examinations. To apply, fill out the application by 11:59pm on February 12th.

(C) 1/26/2018 Call for Applications – Columbia University M.A. in History and Literature
Columbia University’s M.A. in History and Literature (HiLi) is a unique, innovative program that explores the interconnections and intersections between history and literature as categories of cultural production and as scholarly disciplines. Throughout this one-year program, classes are taught by eminent professors from Columbia and supplemented with courses at École normale supérieure and École des hautes études en sciences sociales, two of France’s top-tier graduate schools. Students thus experience the best that American and French institutions of higher learning have to offer and hone their critical thinking. The program emphasizes academic rigor while encouraging students to pursue a wide variety of research interests for their M.A. essay. General Application Deadline: May 11.  To learn more about the program and how to apply, see the Columbia and History and Literature Program Website. 

(W) 1/26/2018 ICPSR Summer Program in Quantitative Methods of Social Research
The ICPSR Summer Program’s four-week sessions are an immersive learning experience in which you’ll receive hands-on training in statistical models and quantitative methods while meeting and connecting with students, faculty, and researchers from around the world. All four-week courses are taught on the University of Michigan campus in Ann Arbor. Registration for all 2018 courses will open on Tuesday, February 6. To learn more about the programs and how to register, see the ICPSR Summer Programming Website.

(J) 1/26/2018 Etymologies Summer Teaching Opportunity with Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth
The Johns Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth (CTY) summer programs is looking for undergraduate students, graduate students, or instructors in your department who may be interested in summer employment as an etymologies teaching assistant or instructor.  CTY offers challenging academic programs for highly talented elementary, middle, and high school students from across the country and around the world. Information regarding the CTY summer programs can be found at the CTY Website.

(C) 1/26/2018 Call for Submissions Spring 2018 Chicago Journal of History
The Chicago Journal of History, the University of Chicago’s undergraduate journal for research in history and related fields in the social sciences and humanities, is accepting submissions for the upcoming Spring 2018 edition. The Journal’s mission is to provide not only an opportunity for printed and online publication, but also a forum for dedicated undergraduate students of history and related fields from across the country to exchange ideas and share their intellectual passion. The Journal publishes biannually; each issue contains 5-7 original articles selected from a large pool of qualified submissions. All submissions are reviewed rigorously, and selected pieces undergo a collaborative editing process prior to publication. Papers must be submitted by February 4th, 2018, 12:00 PM CST in order to be considered for the Spring 2017 issue. To learn more about the journal and submission guidelines, see the Chicago Journal of History Website.  

(J) 1/22/2018 Off Campus Student Employment at the MN Historical Society:
Earn your work study off campus at the MN Historical Society. The Collections & History Day intern is a unique position that provides experience in doing historical research and helping 4-12th graders work on History Day projects. Spending time at the Minnesota History Center in the Collections Department is an invaluable experience for anyone who wants to work in the museum field. Student applications for Off-Campus Student Employment are due to the Community Engagement Center on Monday, February 5, 2018. To learn more and apply, see the Macalester College Off Campus Student Employment Website.

(R,F) 01/02/2018 New York Public Library Short–Term Research Fellowships for Grads
The New York Public Library offers Short–Term Research Fellowships to support scholars from outside the New York metropolitan area engaged in graduate-level, post-doctoral, and independent research. Individuals needing to conduct on-site research in the Library’s special collections to support projects in the humanities, business, and the fine and performing arts are welcome to apply. Preference is given to scholars whose work is based on materials in the NYPL research collections, especially when those materials are unique. Each fellow is expected to be in residence at the Library for the duration of their fellowship and each fellow will be expected to produce a written summary of his/her experience working with the collections.  Fellowship stipends are $1,000 per week for a minimum of two and maximum of four weeks.  Please visit https://www.nypl.org/research-divisions/ for detailed information about the research resources of The New York Public Library. Detailed program information can be found at https://www.nypl.org/help/about-nypl/fellowships-institutes/short-term-research-fellowships
Application Deadline:  January 31, 2018

(G) 01/02/2018 Call for Applications: MA in European History, Politics, and Society
Columbia University  is now accepting fall applications for the Fall 2018 M.A. program in European History, Politics, and Society. Housed within the European Institute, in this M.A. program students design their own programs of study. They can choose courses related to modern European topics in Arts and Sciences, the School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA), and the Law School. The program can be completed in 12 months but part-time study is also possible. The Deadline is is March 16, 2018.  Visit the Columbia University European History, Politics and Society website to learn more.

(J) 01/02/2017 Minnesota (and Wisconsin) Library Jobs Facebook Group
A Facebook group for posting library positions, mostly around Minnesota and Western Wisconsin is available to group members who join here.  Macalester librarian Alexis Logsdon is an admin of the group, and says archives positions are often posted on the group page.

(I) 01/02/2017 Minnesota Historical Society Internship Information
The Minnesota Historical Society offers internships periodically. Information about those opportunities can be found here.

(F) 01/02/2017 Fellowship with Angie Craig for Congress.
Fellows of this campaign have gone on to be leading voices in local campaigns across the state or have been able to use the skills they learned to successfully move into the legislative or nonprofit side. We also are very committed to helping boost college students’ resumes and providing ample opportunities to develop skills essential for finding solid employment post-graduation. Attached is a flyer for our fellowship program.

(R) 12/14/17 Research Travel Grants: Rubenstein Library, Duke University
The David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library is now accepting applications for our 2018-2019 research travel grants.  Anyone who wishes to use materials from the designated collections for historical research is eligible to apply, regardless of academic status. Writers, creative and performing artists, film makers and journalists are welcome to apply for the research travel grants. Research Travel Grants support projects that present creative approaches, including historical research and documentation projects resulting in dissertations, publications, exhibitions, educational initiatives, documentary films, or other multimedia products and artistic works. The deadline for application is January 31, 2018 by 5:00 PM EST. Grants must be used between April 1, 2018 and June 30, 2019. To learn more about the grants and how to apply, visit the Duke University Travel Grant Website.

(G) 12/14/17 Call for Applications: MA/MSc in International and World History
Columbia University and the London School of Economics is now accepting fall applications for the Fall 2018 dual MA/MSc program in International and World History.  An innovative curriculum includes a two-year sequence of reading and research seminars, interdisciplinary electives, and intensive foreign language training.  The Early Deadline is January 15, 2018 and the General Deadline is March 16, 2018.  Visit the Columbia University World History Website to learn more.

(C) 12/7/2017 History Matters Call for Papers
History Matters, the Appalachian State University’s Undergraduate Journal of Historical Research is accepting papers over the course of the fall and winter semesters. They will then publish selected papers in an online journal in May. The deadline for submissions is January 17, 2018. Visit the History Matters Website for more information and to access past issues.

(J) 12/7/2017 Archives Assistant Position at the U
The Migration and Social Services Collections (MSSC) in the Archives & Special Collections comprises four collaborating collecting areas. This position works with the two busiest of these: primarily (75%) the Immigration History Research Center Archives (IHRCA) and secondarily (25%) the Social Welfare History Archives (SWHA) in a wide variety of functions including community engagement, research services, and fulfillment and retrieval services for the two units. S/he/they also broadly participates with and is a key member of MSSC. To learn more about required qualifications and how to apply, see the Archives Assistant Position Posting.

(C) 12/1/2017 Gateway Call For Papers
The Washington University in St. Louis chapter of Phi Alpha Theta is delighted to announce a call for submissions to the Gateway History Journal, an academic journal of global history that seeks undergraduate papers of the highest caliber. They are looking for papers of 10-30 pages of length on any topic, region, or time period. Submissions are due by January 12, 2018. To find out more about submission guidelines, see the attached Gateway Call For Papers Flyer.  

(J) 12/1/2017 Editorial Assistant for South Asian anthropology, political science, religion, literature and history
A new campus job just posted for an Editorial Assistant, coordinating book reviews related to South Asian anthropology, political science, religion, literature and history.  Anthropology Professor Arjun Guneratne is the Book Review Editor for the South Asia region for the Journal of Asian Studies. He is hiring for this position starting Spring semester 2018. Students in their sophomore or junior year are preferred for this position and should be able to commit to at least two (and preferably three) successive semesters of work. Clerical duties include corresponding with reviewers, keeping google sheets of data updated, tracking reviews, and mailing books.  Research duties include identifying potential reviewers for books in the fields of South Asian anthropology, political science, religion, literature and history, and in consultation with the Editor, Professor Guneratne, selecting potential reviewers, and then securing their commitment to write the book review.  If interested, please apply online through Student Employment. The successful candidate will be employed in the Anthropology department, and the position is paid as Level 2, $9.75 per hour.

(C) 11/13/2017 Call for Papers- Logos: The Undergraduate Philosophy Journal at Cornell
The international undergraduate philosophy journal at Cornell University, Logos, is now accepting submissions for its Spring 2018 publication. Papers will be evaluated for publication on the basis of a blind peer review, and cash prizes in the sums of $300, $150, and $50 will be awarded to the authors of the first, second, and third place papers respectively.  Submissions are due January 1, 2018.  For more information about the journal and submission guidelines, see the Logos Website.  

(G) 11/1/2017 Applications are Open for The Institute for Critical Social Inquiry at the New School for Social Research

The 2018 Summer Seminars (June 10 – 16, 2018) are now open Advanced graduate students and faculty are eligible to apply. Applications are due December 15, 2017.ICSI offers advanced graduate students and faculty from around the world the opportunity to spend a week at the New School’s campus in Greenwich Village, working closely with some of the most distinguished thinkers shaping the course of contemporary social inquiry. To learn more about the seminars and to apply, see the ISCI Website.

(C) 11/1/2017 History Matters Undergraduate Journal Seeking Submissions
History Matters, Appalachian State University’s Undergraduate Journal of Historical Research, offers students who are interested in history the unique opportunity to be published while still completing their undergraduate degrees. Created by a history student who felt that he had no outlet to publish his research, History Matters is dedicated to recognizing top student work in all historic fields and familiarizing students with the publishing process. The deadline for submissions is January 17, 2018. For more information about the journal and submission guidelines,visit the History Matters Website.

(C) 11/1/2017 Call for Papers to the Tufts Hemispheres Undergraduate Journal of International Affairs
Hemispheres Undergraduate Journal of International Affairs is a student-run academic journal that publishes outstanding research papers and photographs by undergraduates in the field of International Relations.  They are currently seeking submissions for the 41th edition on the theme of Dynamic Identities. Submissions are due by December 31st, 2017.  For more information about the journal and how to submit a paper see the Hemispheres Website

(C) 10/30/2017 Seeking entries to the 7th annual Sacknoff Prize
The peer-reviewed journal Quest: The History of Spaceflight is seeking student entries to its seventh annual Sacknoff Prize. Winners will receive $300, a trophy, be published in Quest, and be invited to present at the Society for the History of Technology (SHOT) Aerospace Special Interest Group (Albatross). Submissions are due by November 28, 2017.  Quest welcomes papers on any topic related to space history – from the social effects of spaceflight to the financial and economic aspects of the space industry and much more. Learn more and apply at the Quest’s Sacknoff Website.

(G) 10/30/2017 Apply for a MA in Heritage Studies and Public History at the University of Minnesota
The Masters in Heritage Studies and Public History (HSPH), a new professional program at the University of Minnesota that features a partnership with the Minnesota Historical Society.  HSPH students explore the publicly engaged and community-accountable practices of historical scholarship, whether it is based in archival research, archaeology, material culture studies, architecture, preservation, or landscape studies. The HSPH program offers specialized tracks in Archaeological Heritage, Public History, and Historic Preservation. To learn more about the program and to apply, visit the HSPH Website.  

(E) 10/30/2017 First Thursday Student and Alumni Panel
On November 2nd there will be a First Thursday event.  Students and recent grads will participate in the panel. Here are the confirmed panelists​: Maggie Weber-History, Archives Internships​​, Sarah Kolenbrander- History, Museum Internships, Claire Grace- Creative Writing Submissions Manager, Intern at Entangled Publishing-YA and Adult Pubisher M.L. Kenney, English- Internships at National Endowment for Humanities & Breakthrough New York. To learn more see the First Thursday Flyer.

(E) 10/30/2017 Museum Studies Networking
Art History Department at St. Thomas and North Star Connect (Emerging Museum Professionals of the Twin Cities) are teaming up again this year for a museum networking night geared toward students at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Free networking with panelists from Mia, the Walker Art Center, Minnesota History Center, the Bakken, the American Museum of Asmat Art, and the Maplewood Historical Society. The event will take place November 9th at the Asmat Museum (University of St. Thomas) from 6-8pm.

(C) 10/30/2017 Columbia Journal of Literary Criticism – CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS
The Columbia Journal of Literary Criticism is seeking pitches and essays for its 2018 issue to be published in the spring. Writers should either be current undergraduates or recent graduates submitting undergraduate work. The forthcoming issue will explore the theme of ORGANS. We are looking forward to receiving pitches that explore ORGANS across its range of meanings and open up new possibilities. “We have been inventing new organs since the 15th century,” Paul Preciado writes. The organ invents the body as a system of parts, as an epistemic and physical disruption of the body’s unity, segmented along various axes: a gesture towards a material interior, the viscera, but also towards—encompassing the skin—its total divisibility, total partiality, and partial loss. To learn more about submission guidelines and see past issues, visit the CJLC Website.

(E) 10/20/2017 French Lecture Series with writer Jan J. Dominique
Jan J. Dominique is a Haitian writer and journalist. Born in Haiti, she has also lived in Quebec, during two different exiles: 1970-1979 and since 2003. In Haiti, she worked as a reporter for Radio Haiti Inter, the first Haitian radio to broadcast in Haitian Creole. She has written three novels, Memoir of an Amnesiac (1984, translated from the French in 2008), Inventer… La Célestine (2000), and L’Echo de leurs voix (2016, The Echo of Their Voices). She has also published short stories, published under the title Evasion (1996, 2005). Mémoire errante (2008) is an essay about memory and justice in Haiti. It was written in the wake of the 2000 assassination of her father Jean Dominique (a well-known Haitian agronomist and radio journalist).  Jan J. Dominique will talk about her trajectory as a writer in Haiti and Quebec, how both the history of her island and of her family, as well as her exile, have informed her writing. She will also read short excerpts from her works.  The reading/lecture will be in French with English translation. To learn more about the event, see the French Lecture Series Jan Dominique Flyer

(N) 10/20/2017 MacConnect Trips 2017/2018
Macalester College will offer ten Macalester junior/senior students the opportunity to explore careers and connections with Washington D.C. area alumni in January and March of 2018.  These trips are made possible through collaboration of Macalester Career Development Center (CDC), Alumni Relations, and Advancement Offices.  Each trip will offer 10-12 students the opportunity to explore careers and connects them to diverse professional environments.    Applications for all trips are due Monday, Oct. 30 at 4:30pm. The 2017/2018 trips include:

• WASHINGTON, D.C.
  January 10-12, 2018
  Trip Focus: Advocacy, Social Services & Government
• SAN FRANCISCO, CA
  Jan. 9-12, 2018
  Trip Focus: Science Research & National Research Labs
• LOS ANGELES, CA
  March 14-17, 2018
  Trip Focus: Arts, Entertainment & Communications
• SEATTLE, WA
  March 12-14, 2018
  Trip Focus: Tech & Start-ups

(G) 10/16/2017 Explore Kansas University’s Museum Studies Graduate Program
When considering where to apply to graduate school, consider applying to study Museum Studies at Kansas University.  Museum studies is a growing multidisciplinary field that combines intellectual challenges with opportunities to share scholarly research with the public. It attracts students from all backgrounds who have interests spanning the humanities, natural sciences, arts, and social sciences.  Museum Studies at KU is an affordable program designed to accommodate a wide range of student interests, strengths, and abilities. They work closely with each student to match their curiosity and talents with the needs and directions of the museum profession. To learn more about the program and how to apply, see the Museum Studies at KU Flyer.

(V) 10/12/2017 Volunteer to Tag and Transcribe ​Trans Oral History ​Interviews
The New York Public Library Community Public Oral History Project is looking for help in tagging and transcribing interviews.  In collaboration with the NYC Trans Oral History Project, they are working to collect, preserve, and share oral histories from the city’s transgender and gender non-conforming communities. If you are interested in helping with the project, email  [email protected]

(C) 10/10/2017 Call for Submissions to Carleton’s Undergraduate Journal of Humanistic Studies
UJHS is a peer-reviewed academic journal that publishes student research in the humanities and social sciences, prioritizing perspectives that challenge, illuminate, and advance our understanding of the world we live in. Last issue marked our first expansion to include the work of St. Olaf and Macalester students, among other liberal arts colleges. The journal can be accessed online at the UJHS Main Website. And students can submit their work via the UJHS Submission Site.

(G) 10/10/2017 Wake Forest University – Social Studies Education Master’s Program
Wake Forest University holds a one-year program that offers both a master’s degree as well as teacher licensure. To learn more about the program and how to apply, see the Wake Forest Graduate Social Studies Education Fall 2017 Flyer

(I) 10/4/2017 Special Events Internship at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History- Spring 2018
Special Events at the Smithsonian are currently accepting internship applications for spring 2018. To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, letter of recommendation, and unofficial transcript to [email protected]. Start and end dates and full time or part time availability should be included as well. The application deadline is Sunday, October 15, 2017. For more information about the internship and the application process, see the Special Events Internship Smithsonian Flyer.

(E) 10/4/2017 CDC Alumni Chats
The Career Development Center is hosting Alumni Chats on campus. These are posted in Handshake for students to view and sign up to attend. Look at the Upcoming Alumni Chat Flyer to learn more about the chats happening in the next few weeks.  If you are interested in attending an event, please email Annie Doman  at [email protected]. 

(G) 10/4/2017 NYU Master’s in European and Mediterranean Studies – Call for applications
Applications for NYU’s MA in European and Mediterranean Studies Program are now available.  The degree can be completed in 12 months (2 semesters and a summer session) with joint degree options also available.  For more information about the program and how to apply, visit the NYU Graduate Studies Website.

(J) 9/21/2017 AP History Tutor Needed
A parent of a 10th grader is looking for a tutor on our campus 1 or 2 times a week (depending on your availability) for help with her AP History studies. Pay is negotiable, in the $25 to $35 range, depending on experience and skill. If you are interested contact Ayaan Barre at 612-388-0186.

(J) 9/19/17 Paid Mentoring Opportunities with History Day
There are now positions available for mentoring students with the History Day Program with the Minnesota Historical Society.  Students would aid metro area teachers in the delivery of History Day instruction and provide one on one support to middle and high school students.  To apply, use the History Day Mentor Form. For more information see the History Day Website.

(C) 9/11/2017 76th Annual MPSA Conference Proposals Due
Plan now to present your research at the 76th annual Midwest Political Science Association conference, April 5-8, 2018 at the Palmer House Hilton in Chicago, IL USA.  Papers, roundtables, and complete panel proposals are due October 6, 2017. Visit the MPSA Conference Website to find out more and submit a proposal.

(R) 9/11/2017 Applications Open for A Seminar at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
The Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Center for Advanced Holocaust Studies at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum invites applications for the international seminar “A Research Introduction to Jewish Life and the Holocaust in the Soviet Union.” This seminar will be held January 8-12, 2018, at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, DC.  To apply, visit the Seminar’s Website. 

(I) Paid Summer Marketing Communication Internship at a large company in NYC. To learn more, see the internship posting here.

(E) 5/16/2017 Black Memory and Imagination: An Intergenerational Conversation
Thursday, May 25, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. at Intermedia Arts, 2822 Lyndale Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55408 To learn more, visit the web page here.

(I) 5/4/2017 Macalester Internship Office Postings

The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:

• Project for Pride in Living
  Facilities Management Assistant, Summer 2017 – PAID Applications due June 30, 2017
• Saint Paul Interfaith Network
  Internship Opportunity, Summer 2017 – Applications due May 15, 2017

(I) 4/26/2017 Macalester Internship Office Postings

The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:

• Minnesota Museum of American Art
  Curatorial Summer Intern– PAID Applications due May 15, 2017

(E) APA Month Keynote Lecture: “From Myth to Mutiny”
As a part of Asian Pacific American (APA) Heritage Month, keynote speaker Professor Juliana Hu Pegues, in a lecture titled “From Myth to Mutiny: Dispelling the Model Minority in our History and Activism,” examines the rich history of Asian American activism, nationally and locally, to show that Asian Americans have repeatedly confronted the idea and privilege of the “model minority.” Ultimately, we hope this talk fosters bridges gaps and cultivates a vibrant Asian communities on campus, as we work toward understanding and solidarity across diverse Asian identities and experiences. The talk will be on Tuesday, April 25th from 7-9pm in JBD. For more information, see the “From Myth to Mutiny” flyer. 

(I) 4/23/2017 Macmillan Learning History Editorial Intern
Macmillan Learning is currently offering a PAID internship opportunity for the Summer 2017. Interns will be provided with the opportunity to participate in work related assignments, gain practical work experience, and network with employees from various departments. Overall, the intern will become familiar with the basic structure of a publishing house and the role of each department within. To find out more about the intern position, see the ML History Editorial Intern Job Posting.

(E) 4/19/2017 The History of Asian Pacific American Activism at Macalester Gallery Reception
The opening reception of The History of Asian Pacific American Activism at Macalester will be held from 4:45 to 6 p.m., Wednesday, April 19, in Campus Center 216. Refreshments will be served. As a part of Asian Pacific American (APA) Heritage Month, Macalester APIAC presents an archival history of Asian student activism on Macalester’s campus. To find out more about the event see the History of Asian Pacific American Activism at Macalester Event Flyer.

(I) 4/19/2017 Internship at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History- Fall 2017
The Office of Special Events at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History is currently accepting internship applications for fall 2017 for their Special Events Intern position. To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, letter of recommendation, and unofficial transcript to the Special Events Email. Start and end dates and full time or part time availability should be included as well. The application deadline is Saturday, July 1^st. To find put more about the internship, see the Smithsonian Special Events Intern Flyer.

(E) 4/18/2017 French Lecture Series — Taous Khazem
Taous Khazem ’03 presents “In Algeria They Know My Name” on Sunday, April 23 at 4:30 PM in the Theatre Black Box.  This play is written and performed by Taous Khazem and directed by Zaraawar Mistry. In Algeria, they say you don’t marry one finger, you marry all ten. In this heartfelt and humorous one woman play, Minnesota-raised Taous Khazem travels to her father’s homeland to work as a theater artist, and unexpectedly falls in love with an Algerian clown. Caught in between traditions, religions and misconceptions, Taous struggles to find a sense of belonging in a foreign land, but ultimately discovers a fresh meaning of home, family, art and bicycle rides. For more information, see the flyer

(E) 4/7/2017 World Without Genocide Holocaust Commemoration Event
Talk, Standing Up to Tyranny: French Resistance During the Holocaust and its Message for Today.  Nelly Trocmé Hewett, Pastor Trocmé’s daughter, who was a teenager in Le Chambon during the war, will talk about this resistance and its message to stand up for refugees and other marginalized people today at a program on Friday, May 12 at St. Paul City Hall, Room 40, Lower Level, 15 West Kellogg Boulevard, St. Paul, from noon-2:00 pm. The event is free and open to the public.  For more information, see the WWG Holocaust Commemoration Event Flyer.

(I) 4/7/2017 Macalester Internship Office Postings

The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:

• Environmental Defense Fund
  International Aviation Summer Intern– PAID Applications due April 30, 2017
• Charities Review Council
  Nonprofit Services & Communications Summer Intern– PAID Applications due April 30, 2017
• Mathematica Policy Research Inc
  Business Development Health Technology Summer Intern– PAID Applications due April 15, 2017
• Congressman Tim Waltz
  Administrative Summer Intern– Applications due April 11, 2017
• Walker Art Center
  Library Summer Intern– Applications due April 29, 2017

(G) 4/3/2017 Masters Degree in Computational Social Science at UChicago

The University of Chicago is pioneering a new MA program, with significant resources and merit scholarships. Computational Social Science is an emergent approach in which students apply the latest innovations in computer science and statistics to complex social questions. Working with very big data, on a scale that far exceeds earlier research, computational researchers are devising innovative formal, statistical, and computational models to make important contributions across the social sciences. The deadline is April 30th.  To learn more about the program and find a link to apply, see the UChicago Computational Social Science Website. 

(I) 3/30/2017 Macalester Internship Office Postings

The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:

• Honor the Earth
  Summer Intern– Applications due April 28, 2017
• Minnesota Center for Book Arts
  MCBA/Windgate Museum Summer Intern– PAID Applications due April 7, 2017
• Tetra Tech
  Democracy and Governance Summer Intern– PAID Applications due April 6, 2017
• Free Spirit Publishing
  Publishing Summer Intern– Applications due April 30, 2017

(I) 3/21/17 Macalester Internship Office Postings

The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:

• City of Edina
  City of Edina Communications Intern– PAID, Applications Due March 26, 2017
• East Side Arts Council
  Artmobile Summer Intern– PAID, Applications due April 24, 2017
• Ard Godfrey House
  Summer Tour Guide– PAID, Applications due March 31, 2017

(I) 3/21/17 GESI at Northwestern Internships
The Global Engagement Studies Institute (GESI) at Northwestern University is offering placements in international internships with community-based organizations in Africa, Latin America, and India for summer and fall 2017. The deadline for summer is March 1st, but applications are reviewed until sites fill. The deadline for the fall program is April 1st. For more information and to apply, please see the GESI website. 

(J) 3/21/17 American Girl Researcher
American Girl in Madison, WI is looking for a researcher to ensure the accuracy and authenticity of American Girl characters. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree and research experience. For more information, see the job posting. 

(I) 3/8/17 City of Hugo History Intern
The City of Hugo in Minnesota is looking for an undergraduate student to work as the Historical Commission Intern.  This internship will be paid.  Application deadline is April 14, 2017.  For more information, see the City of Hugo History Intern Flyer.

(E) 3/7/2017 Marisol de la Cadena Lecture
Marisol de la Cadena will speak at the 2nd annual David W. McCurdy Distinguished Anthropology Lecture.  The title of her lecture is “Uncommoning Nature.” The lecture will be held on Thursday, March 23 at 4:45pm in JBD Lecture Hall, with reception following in Weyerhaeuser Board Room. For more information, see the Uncommoning Nature flyer. 

(I) 3/6/2017 Macalester Internship Office Postings

The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:

• Tiger Oak Media
  Tiger Oak Media Editorial Intern– PAID, Applications Due April 1, 2017
• Denise Shannon Literary Agency
  Agency Summer Internship– PAID, Applications Due May 3, 2017

(F) 3/1/2017 MNHS Fellowship Opportunity for Undergraduates
The Minnesota Historical Society is now accepting application submissions to the Inclusion and Community Engagement Fellows Program (INCE). INCE encourages undergraduate students in the Twin Cities from diverse communities to explore the challenges within museums, historical organizations, and cultural institutions related to inclusion, representation, narrative, and the workforce. The priority application deadline is March 24, 2017. See the attached MNHS Fellowship Flyer for more information and a link to the application.

(I) 2/28/2017 Macalester Internship Office Postings

The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:

• Minnehaha County
  Museum Summer Intern– PAID Applications Due March 24, 2017
• Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
  Public Programming, Artist Relations Intern Summer 2017– PAID, Applications Due April 3, 2017
• Minnesota Children’s Museum
  Various Internships– Applications Due 2017

(E) 2/24/2017  BALKAN-MANIA
The Europa Club will be hosting an event involving the screening of “The Fog of Srebrenica”, a short documentary on the consequences of the Bosnian genocide from the breakup of Yugoslavia. The event will take place this coming Wednesday on the 1st of March (Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Independence Day) in Weyerhaeuser from 5pm to 7pm. Following the documentary, the participants will be invited to take part in an informal discussion while enjoying gyros, spanakorizo and Balkan music.

(I) 2/16/2017 Macalester Internship Office Postings

The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:

• The Lockridge Grindal Nauen P.L.L.P. Federal Relations Group
  Summer Intern– Applications due May 30, 2017
• Conference on Asian Pacific American Leadership
  DC/ Remote Public Internship– PAID Applications Due March 24, 2017
• Village MD
  Talent Aquisition Intern– Applications Due June 1, 2017
• NAACP Minneapolis
  Communications Summer Intern– Applications Due April 21, 2017
• One Beacon Insurance Group
  Finance and Accounting Intern– Applications Due April 14, 2017

(G) 2/20/2017 Masters in Heritage Studies and Public History at the U of M
This graduate program is a new partnership between the University of Minnesota and the Minnesota Historical Society. It provides heritage and public history professionals with a broad disciplinary perspective, increasing their resource base and network of expertise. Students take advantage of the deep scholarly expertise in these fields at the University of Minnesota, as well as the Minnesota Historical Society’s extensive resources and expertise, to offer unparalleled training in the theory and methods of heritage and public history studies at the graduate level. For more information about the program and how to apply, see the Heritage Studies and Public History Website.

(E) 2/20/2017 Preventing Cultural Genocide Event
World Without Genocide will host a talk about the role of the International Criminal Court in protecting cultures and prosecuting perpetrators of genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity. This program will be held on Wednesday, March 22 at Mitchell Hamline School of Law. For more information about the talk see the Preventing Cultural Genocide Talk Flyer.

(F) 2/16/2017 American Indian Museum Fellowship
The Minnesota Historical Society’s Department for Diversity and Inclusion holds the American Indian Museum Fellowship (AIMF). AIMF is designed to educate American Indian undergraduates about professional opportunities within the museum fields and encourages undergraduates from diverse communities to explore the challenges within museums, historical organizations, and cultural institutions related to inclusion, representation, narrative, and the workforce. See more information in the American Indian Museum Fellowship Flyer.  

(I) 2/16/2017 Macalester Internship Office Postings

The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:

• Ard Godfrey House
  Godfrey House Tour Guide Summer 2017 – PAID, Applications due March 25, 2017
• Office of the Governor Mark Dayton
  Office of Governor Mark Dayton Internship Summer 2017 – Applications due March 15, 2017

(I) 2/14/2017 MAC Nest
MacNest is a summer internship program where students receive funding for unpaid internships with Twin Cities startups. Participants will also live in a community with other MacNest student interns in the Summit House (housing is provided). MacNest student interns will receive grants of $4,500 for full-time, unpaid internships with the expectation they will work 35-40 hours a week over a ten week period. The program runs from Tuesday, May 30 – Friday, August 4th. Application deadline is March 20th at 11:59.  To find out more, see the MAC Nest Flyer.

(I) 2/14/2017 Macalester Internship Office Postings

The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:

• Manpower Demonstration Research Corporation
  Summer Intern 2017– PAID, Applications due March 18, 2017

(E) 2/14/2017 Givens Collection Open House
An open house celebrating African American literature and authors, at the Givens Collection of African American Literature in the University of Minnesota’s Elmer L. Anderson Library on Sunday, February 19, 2:00-4:00pm. See the full notice here.

(C) 2/13/2017  West Point Historical Review Call for Papers
The West Point Undergraduate Historical Review is inviting all undergraduate students to submit their historical papers United States Military Academy’s historical journal. Deadline to submit is April 7, 2017.  To find out more see the USMA Journal Call for Papers Flyer.

(R) 2/10/2017  Invitation for Students to Speak at Macalester College Colloquium
MacSUPER will be hosting a campus-wide colloquium Friday, March 24th, aimed to complicate US American perspectives on Palestine and Palestinians. They will have professors and speakers traveling from across the nation presenting their scholarship to offer critical engagement with this topic. They have additionally opened our colloquium to include 4 student speakers. Their hope is for you to act as a potential liaison and pass this message along to your students and to other faculty who might urge their students to submit work. If selected, the student will be given the opportunity to present their work at our colloquium on a student panel. The student(s) will be responsible for transportation, but will be invited to the opening and closing dinners.  They are currently accepting student abstracts (maximum of 500 characters) until Feb 24th at 12:00PM CST. Students can submit their work via this form: https://goo.gl/forms/3RM8Cq9eZGNK64Tn1

(I) 2/10/2017 Macalester Internship Office Postings

The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:

• World Without Genocide
  Administrative Intern Spring 2017– Applications due February 20, 2017
• West Wing Writers
  Speechwriter Internship Summer 2017– PAID, Applications due February 17, 2017
• Metropolitan Council
  Various Summer Internships– Applications due March 1, 2017

(E) 2/9/2017 Lectures Coordination Board Presents: Nikki Giovanni
The Lectures Coordination Board of MCSG is excited to announce the 2017 spring speaker event: Nikki Giovannion Thursday, February 23, 2017 from at 7:00 pm in the Kagin Ballroom.  Nikki Giovanni is a world-renowned poet, writer, commentator, activist, and educator. Over the past 30 years, her outspokenness, in her writing and lectures, has brought the eyes of the world upon her. One of the most widely-read American poets, she prides herself on being “Black American, a daughter, a mother, a professor of English.”  Tickets are free with a Macalester ID beginning February 6, 2017 at the Information Desk in the Campus Center.  For more info, see the Nikki Giovanni Lecture Flyer.

(E)  2/9/2017 Islamophobia and the Challenge to Civic Life in America
The Islamophobia and the Challenge to Civic Life in America panel discussion will take place on Thurs, Feb 16, 6:30-9:00 pm in Weyerhaeuser Boardroom.  The reception will begin at 6:30 pm.  Panelist remarks by Prof. Samman, Prof. Samatar, and Jacob Bessen (Religious Studies and International Studies) ’17 will begin at 7 pm. Discussion to follow.  For more information about the event, see the Islamophobia Event Flyer.

(I) 2/7/2017 Macalester Internship Office Postings

The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:

• American Craft Council
  Library and Archives Intern Summer– March 15, 2017
• TitleSmart, Inc
  Market Intern– Applications due April 1st, 2017

(I) 2/6/2017 American Enterprise Institute 2017 Summer Honors Program
AEI’s Summer Honors Program is a fully funded educational and career development opportunity for undergraduate students interested in public policy and politics. Each year, they bring together top students from around the country to discuss policy topics in small seminars, join daily lunches with policymakers and business leaders, and advance their careers through high-level networking opportunities. The program gives students an unparalleled opportunity to spend one week immersing themselves in a particular public policy issue with leading scholars and practitioners in their fields. Instructors this year include AEI scholars Charles Murray, Fred Kagan, John Yoo and Michael Strain teaching about everything from democratic capitalism, to the Constitution, to the Middle East, and more. More information and the application can be found at the AEI Summer Honors Program Website.  The application deadline is March 15, 2017.

(E) 2/2/2017 Black History Month Events
The Black History Month (BHM) Committee has been hard at work planning events for Black History Month 2017 at Macalester.  To find out about all the events, see the Black History Month Calendar.

(F) 2/2/2017 William Randolph Hearst Fellowships for Summer 2017
The Mount Vernon Hotel Museum and Garden is pleased to announce two William Randolph Hearst Fellowships for Summer 2017, for undergraduate or graduate students interested in American Studies, U.S. History, Museum Studies, or Education.  The Hearst Fellows will conduct original research about NY history, work as interpreters, and assist with summer children’s programs.  For more information, see the William Hearst Fellowship Flyer.

(V) 2/2/2017 Volunteer at the American Swedish Institute
The American Swedish Institute is hosting a series of informational meetings for prospective volunteers from February through April.  For more information see the ASI Volunteer Flyer.

(I) 2/1/2017 Macalester Internship Office Postings

The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:

• Center for Photography at Woodstock
  Collections Management Intern– Applications accepted all year

(E) 1/26/2017 Givens Collection Open House at the University of Minnesota
The U of M Library is hosting an open house celebrating African American literature and authors at the Givens Collection of African American Literature on Sunday, February 19 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., with brief remarks at 2:30 p.m.The location will be the Givens Suite, 120 Elmer L. Andersen Library University of Minnesota, 222 21st Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN To register visit the Givens Collection Registration Link.

(I) 1/24/2017 Macalester Internship Office Postings

The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:

• Penumbra Theater:
  Institute for Interns: Pedagogies of Art for Social Change Summer 2017– Applications Due March 15, 2017
• Minnesota Historical Society:
  ACTC Museum Fellows Program Spring/Summer 2017– Applications Due March 25, 2017
• Cato Institute:
  Summer Intern 2017-February 25, Applications Due 2017

(R) 1/23/2017 Archaeology Field School Opportunity in Bermuda, Summer 2017
Smiths Island Archaeology Field School will be training students in excavation and research methods and prepared them for graduate study in the Bermuda Archives, tours of local sites and even an experimental archeology practicum.  Students will learn about Bermuda’s extensive history, ethnogenesis, and the process of Americanization. To apply or find out more, see the Smith Island Field School Flyer.

(G) 1/20/2017 Graduate Certificate in Museum Studies at the University of St. Thomas
 The University of St. Thomas is now offering a new Graduate Certificate in Museum Studies, available  through the Department of Art History  The goal of the Certificate is to provide students with opportunities to establish or retool their skill sets in order to gain the competitive edge when entering museum/non-profit careers, broadly defined. The Certificate can be completed individually or jointly with our MA program in Art History.  To find out more visit the St. Thomas Museum Studies Graduate Certificate Website.

(I) 1/20/2017 Macalester Internship Office Postings

The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:

• Minneapolis Institute of Art:
  Summer Intern 2017– Applications Due March 1, 2017
• St. Paul’s School:
  Summer Teaching Intern 2017– Applications Due January 25, 2017
• World Savvy:
  Research Intern Spring 2017– Applications Due January 31, 2017
• City of Minneapolis:
  Urban Scholar Summer 2017– Applications Due February 2017

(G) 1/20/2017 Columbia University’s European Institute MA program in Modern European History
Columbia’s M.A. program in Modern European Studies is now accepting applications for the 2017-2018 academic year.  Application deadline is Jan. 17, 2017 for early admission, March 15, 2017 for regular admission. To find out more about the program, see the Columbia MA Modern European Studies Flyer.

(I) 12/20/2016 Macalester Internship Office Postings

The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:

• MN Neighborhoods Organizing for Change
  NonProfit Operations Internship -Applications Due Jan. 2, 2017
• World Savvy
  Development Associate -Applications Due Jan. 31, 2017
• Peter G. Peterson
  Fiscal Internship -Applications Due Feb. 3, 2017

(C) 12/12/2016 Spring 2017 Chicago Journal of History Call for Submissions
The Chicago Journal of History, the University of Chicago’s undergraduate journal for research in history and the social sciences, is accepting submissions for the upcoming Spring 2017 Edition.  Open to young scholars from top research universities in both the United States and the international community, the Chicago Journal of History is publishing its Spring Edition of the 2016-2017 academic year.  Papers should be submitted to the Chicago Journal of History Email as an MS Word or PDF attachment (document title: “Last name + paper title”) by Friday February 15th, 2016. Please be sure to format citations in the Chicago style and include a works cited page.

(J) 12/12/2016 Edina Historical Society Job Openings
The Edina Historical Society is seeking two contract Curatorial Assistants to do an inventory of our permanent collection which consists of approximately 15,000 artifacts. This is a great opportunity for recent graduates and Graduate students. The positions are contract based for one year.  For more information about the duties of the jobs and how to apply, see the Edina Historical Society Job Description Flyer.

(C) 12/6/2016 Call for Paper Submissions to the Tufts Historical Review
The Tufts Historical Review is an academic journal of global history that seeks both undergraduate and graduate papers of the highest caliber. This year, the journal will be centered around the theme of Legends. Submissions are due by 31 January 2017.  For more information see the Tufts Historical Review Submissions Guidelines Flyer.

(G) 12/6/2016 MA/PHD Programs at in Comparative History at Central European University
Students applying by February 1, 2017, will be considered for generous scholarships and tuition awards.  Students interested in pursuing an MA program or a PhD program in Comparative History at Central European University should apply.  Find more information about the application process and the program itself at the Comparative History Graduate Programs at CEU Website

(G) 12/6/2016 Collaborative MA Program in Asia-Pacific Studies at the University of Toronto
Housed within the Asian Institute at the Munk School of Global Affairs in Canada’s premier research university, the Collaborative Master’s Program in Asia-Pacific Studies (MAPS) provides an interdisciplinary scholarly approach to the region and facilitates learning and intellectual exchange within a small group setting. Students are provided with advanced training in traditional disciplines as well as interdisciplinary expertise in historical and social science studies, laying the groundwork for doctoral study or global careers in government, business, or NGOs. Apply by February 1 for the September 2017 program.  To find out more about the program and how to apply visit the MA in Asia-Pacific at U of Toronto Website.

(C) 12/6/2016 Call for Submissions in the Columbia Journal of Literary Criticism
Founded in 2002, CJLC acts as an interdisciplinary forum centered around literature, culture, and politics. The journal is published once a year and includes articles, reviews, interviews, and original artwork.The forthcoming issue will explore the theme of CONSUMPTION.  To find out more about how to submit pieces or look at previous publications, see the CJLC Website.

(I) 12/6/2016 Macalester Internship Office Postings

The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:

• MN Department of Human Services
  Population Health Management of Jensen Class Members- Applications Due Dec 9, 2016
• American Bar Foundation
  Montgomery Summer Research Diversity Fellowships- Applications Due Dec 31, 2016

(C) 11/30/2016 Gateway History Journal of Washington University in St. Louis Call for Papers
Gateway History Journal, an academic journal of global history that seeks undergraduate papers of the highest caliber would like to invite all students in the history program to submit essays.  They are looking for papers of 10-30 pages of length on any topic, region, or time period. Submissions are due by 13 January 2017. For more information about submissions see the Gateway CFP Flyer.

(C) 11/29/2016 Tufts Hemispheres Call for Papers
The Tufts University Journal of International Affairs is calling for all papers related to the theme “Global Commons.” The deadline to submit is January 26, 2017.  For more information contact: [email protected]

(I) 11/22/2016 Macalester Internship Office Postings

The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:

• Smithsonian Institution:
  Assistant Director, Office of Sponsored Projects- Application Due Dec31, 2018
• MN Office of Governor Dayton:
  Intern Spring 2016– Applications Due Dec 8, 2016

(I) 11/16/2016 Macalester Internship Office Postings

The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:

• Come Up Capital:
  Research/ Investing/ Startup Intern- Applications Due Dec 9, 2016
• Civil Liberties and Public Policy:
  Reproductive Rights and Social Justice Intern- Applications Due Dec 23, 2016 PAID
• Hennepin County Library:
  Special Collections Digitizations Intern- Applications Due Dec 9, 2016
• Breakthrough Collaborative:
  Summer Teaching Fellow 2017- Applications Due Jan 12, 2017 or Feb 23, 2017
• Minnesota International Center:
  Global Minnesota Intern- Applications Due December 2016
• Loomis Chaffee:
  Faculty Intern Summer 2017- Applications Due Jan 31, 2017
• Jewish Community Action:
  Community Organizing Intern-  Spring Internship
• Learning Works:
  Teaching Fellow- Applications Due Jan 12, 2017, PAID w/ Stipend
• Somali Museum of Minnesota:
  Gallery Guide- Applications Due Jan 30, 2017
  Program Assistant­ Traditional Dance Troupe- Applications Due Jan 30, 2017

(E) 11/10/2016  Chinese Music Concert November 12
Chinese Music Concert to be held on Saturday, November 12.  Chinese Music Ensemble at Macalester, which consists of 8 to10 active student members.  Yue-Him of the History Department serves as  faculty advisor to this group.  The concert is at 1 pm, Saturday, Nov. 12 in the Chapel.  For more information see the Chinese Music Concert Flyer.

(G) 11/10/2016 Museum Studies Grad Program at University of Kansas
At the University of Kansas, Museum Studies is a rigorous academic discipline that prepares students to become leaders in this rapidly changing field. Students have opportunities to gain real-world experience in our highly regarded on-campus museums. Museum Studies at KU is an affordable program designed to draw upon a wide range of student interests and abilities.  Find out more about the program in the KU Museum Studies Program Flyer.

(E) 11/4/2016 World Without Genocide Talk, December 6th
World Without Genocide will host a talk by Scott Straus, Ph.D., internationally-known genocide prevention expert, on Tuesday, December 6, from 7:00-9:00 pm at Mitchell Hamline School of Law, St. Paul. For information about the speakers and tickets see the WWG Prevention Talk Flier.

(L) 10/31/2016 MacConnect In San Francisco and Washington DC 2017
Macalester College offers sophomore/junior/senior students the opportunity to explore careers and connections with alumni in select cities via the MacConnect Program. Trips are made possible through collaboration of Macalester Career Development Center (CDC), Alumni Relations, and Advancement Offices.  Students from all majors and disciplines are encouraged to apply. This trip benefits Macalester as it offers a collaborative opportunity for alumni to share their expertise with current students, and students to serve as ambassadors of the College. Applications are now open. Deadline to apply for either trip is November 11, 4:30 pm. For more information about the San Francisco trip see the SF MacConnect Flyer and for more information about the DC trip, see the DC MacConnect Flyer.

(G) 10/29/2017 Oral History MA Program at Columbia University
Columbia University is now opening its applications for its Oral History MA Program as well as corresponding fellowships and scholarships. Applications for Fall 2017 will be reviewed on a rolling basis starting on November 15, 2016 through June 1, 2017. The priority deadline is March 1, 2017. For more information, see the Columbia University Oral History Website.

(I) 10/26/2016 Macalester Internship Office Postings
The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:
Intergovernmental Relations Internship at Mayor Coleman’s Office– Spring 2017, Paid. Applications Due November 4th
Marketing Research Intern at Minnesota’s Brownfields– Spring 2017.  Applications Due December 9th
Teaching Internship at Northfield Mount Hermon– Summer 2017.  Applications Due February 2, 2017

(I) 10/25/2016 World Without Genocide Internship
World Without Genocide has an internship available for the spring 2017 semester.

(I) 10/25/2016 Intern with Senator Amy Klobuchar
The Washington and Minneapolis offices of Senator Amy Klobuchar are currently accepting internship applications for the 2017 spring session. An internship with the Senator’s office is a terrific chance for students to gain first-hand experience with both the legislative process and constituent services in the United States Senate.  For more information about the internship, visit Senator Klobuchar’s Internship Website.

(E) 10/25/2016 Student Research Symposium at the Museum of Russian Art
The Museum of Russian Art are having a Call for Participants for the Interdisciplinary Student Research Symposium. This will take place at the Museum of Russian Art in February 2017.  The symposium will center around research that is connected to Russian culture broadly defined.  Students who would like to find out more can see the MRA Symposium Flyer and e-mail the coordinator at at [email protected].

(E) 10/25/2016 Carney, Sandoe & Associates Visiting Macalester
There will be an on-campus informational session on Wednesday, November 2 at 5:00 p.m. (in Campus Center Room 215) with informational interviews on November 3 (in the Career Center). Carney, Sandoe & Associates is an educational recruitment firm that places teachers and administrators in private, independent, and like-kind (charter, magnet, pilot and merit) schools across the nation and internationally.If students would like to apply for an interview, they should attend the info session.

(I) 10/19/2016 Minnesota Historical Society Internships
The Minnesota Historical Society has recently posted many relevant internships!  The deadline for upcoming spring internships is October 31.  All the internship postings can be found at the Minnesota Historical Society Internship Website.

(G) 10/19/2016 Dual MA/MSc Program at Columbia University & the London School of Economics
Earn a MA degree in International and World History at Columbia University and the London School of Economics after graduating Macalester! For more information about applying and the program itself see the MA Program at Columbia and LSE Flyer.

(C) 10/13/2016 Call for Papers for Carleton’s Undergraduate Journal of Humanistic Studies
UJHS is a peer-reviewed academic journal that publishes student research in the humanities and social sciences. In past issues, they’ve published works that tackle topics from the student loan market for Muslim-Americans to orientalism in Curious George, tiny homes, and the racialization of poverty.  They are now looking to expand the journal to include the work of Macalester students. To learn more and submit papers see the UJHS Website.

(E) 10/13/2016 Immigration History Research Center Event
The Immigration History Research Center (IHRC) at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, is hosting a special keynote talk by Professor Emeritus Albert Camarillo (History, Stanford University). Professor Camarillo is an expert on Chicano and Mexican American history. He is coming to the Minneapolis to discuss his current research on American urban history that compares the experiences of European and Asian immigrants, African Americans, and Mexican Americans from 1850-1950. This event will be held on Thursday, October 27, 2016 at 6PM in the Elmer L Andersen Library on the UMN West Bank campus. See the IHRC Talk Flyer for more information.

(F) 10/13/2016 Public Policy and International Affairs (PPIA) Fellowship Program at U of M
Humphrey School of Public Affairs Junior Summer Institute (JSI) at the University of Minnesota is a fully-funded, seven-week academic and experiential learning program open to U.S. students who are entering their senior year of undergraduate study. It is part of the national Public Policy and International Affairs (PPIA) Fellowship Program, which is committed to promoting the inclusion of underrepresented groups in master’s degree programs and careers in public service. Applications are due November 1st.  Learn more and apply at the PPIA Junior Summer Institute Website. 

(F) 10/13/2016 The Horizons Fellowship
The Horizons Fellowship supports 10 outstanding university students in their pursuit to become leaders in technology. The program provides immersive software engineering and web/mobile development courses geared towards high-achieving college students. No computer science background needed and we invite liberal arts students to apply! Our curriculum, developed by ex-Salesforce, Optimizely, and D.E. Shaw engineers, is designed to teach students how to build web, mobile (iOS and Android) and desktop applications. We have a 4-month spring program and a 3-month summer program in San Francisco, Boston, and Philadelphia. To apply and find out more see The Horizons Fellowship Website.

(E) 10/10/2016 Teach For America Info Session
Interested in teaching after graduation? Check out Teach for America! Teach for America is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating educational inequity by filling teaching vacancies in low-income schools across the country with recent college graduates. Come learn more about the organization this Thursday (October 13th) from 11:30-12:30pm in CC 215! (Free cookies and lemonade will be provided). Find out more: Teach for American Info Session Flyer

(E) 10/10/2016 Germany’s Two Genocides: From the Herero to the Holocaust
World Without Genocide is hosting an event on Tuesday, November 1 at the Mitchell Hamline School of Law, about the genocide of the Herero and the Holocaust.

(I) 10/10/2016 Penumbra Theater Intern
The Penumbra Theater is seeking an intern to assist in their Oral History Project.  For more information, see the Penumbra Theater Intern Flyer

(G) 10/10/2016 Master’s Degree in Education at Wake Forest University
Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina is now offering a one-year program that offers both a master’s degree as well as teacher licensure.  For more information see the Department Chair Description of the Program as well as the WFU MA in Education Flyer.

(E) 10/10/2016 North Star Connect: Museum Studies Networking at St. Thomas
There will be a speed networking event with a panel of established museum professionals coming up at the University of St. Thomas the evening of October 27th.  This event will be free and geared toward students. Event will start at 6 PM and be located in the Anderson Student Center: 2115 Summit Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55105.

(E) 10/4/2016 Erik Lyle Talk
Curator an editor of Streetopia will be giving a talk at Macalester on Thursday, October 13 at 5:00 – 6:30pm in Neill 401.

(G) 9/23/2016 MA Program in European and Mediterranean Studies at NYU
Applications for Fall 2017 are being accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. Tuition scholarships will also be offered to candidates accepted to the MA program. It is recommended to apply as soon as possible, as funds are limited.In addition to courses offered by the CEMS Department, graduate students may take classes with a European/Mediterranean focus offered by other departments—including, but not limited to, history, politics, anthropology, cinema studies, French studies, Italian studies, Irish studies, and many other disciplines.  Students may also take courses at other NYU schools—such as the School of Law or Graduate School of Public Service—as well as at Columbia University, through a special Consortium agreement existing between the two institutions. For more information like how to apply, see the MA in European and Mediterranean Studies NYU Flyer.

(I) 9/21/2016 Macalester Internship Office Postings
The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:
D. E. Shaw & Co.,

• Corporate Development Intern Summer 2017- Applications Due April 30, 2017
• Generalist Intern Summer 2017- Applications Due April 30, 2017

Minnesota Department of Human Services

• Executive Pathways Internship Summer 2017- Applications Due December 9, 2016

(E) 9/21/2016 Karin Velez at the Honors Lecture Series at the University of Minnesota 
Professor Karin Velez will be presenting at the University of Minnesota’s Honors Lecture Series, “Six Women, Six Topics, Six Perspectives” on Monday, September 26, at 7 pm, in the Ted Mann Concert Hall (West Bank). Her talk will be “Well-Behaved Women (and Animals) Seldom Make History: Questioning Behavior Standards in the History of Religion.” Tickets are $7 for non-UMN students, but come talk to Herta in the History Department for help with tickets. For the full lineup at the series, the the Honors Lecture Series Flyer.

(C) 9/12/2016 Journal of Undergraduate International Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison Call for Papers
The Journal is currently accepting submissions for its Fall 2016 issue. It seeks to publish the world’s premier undergraduate work related to international themes. Submissions generally range in length from 5 to 20 pages, but may be longer. Submissions must not have been published in any other publication. Current undergraduates and recent graduates (one semester out or less) are eligible to submit their work. To submit your work, email it as an attachment to [email protected]. Submissions must be received by Sunday October 9th, 2016 at 11:59 pm CST.

(F) 8/31/2016 The Archaeological Institute of America Funding Opportunities
The Archaeological Institute of America offers a range of funding opportunities, including fellowships, publication grants, scholarships and travel grants—plus the Site Preservation grants and awards, and the Cotsen Excavation Grants.  Further information can be found on the AIA’s website at https://www.archaeological.org/grants.  Fall deadlines coming up for many of the programs. See their fellowship flier here. And see their grant flier here.

(I) 8/25/2016 Macalester Internship Office Postings
The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:
Mid-Continent Oceanographic Institute Editorial Intern Fall 2016- Applications Due September 30th

Minnesota’s Children Museum:

• Museum Education Intern Fall 2016- Applications Due September 15
• Museum Operations Intern Fall 2016/ Spring 2017 – Applications Due September 15/ December 17. Email MN Children’s Museum for more information
• Research Intern, Traveling Exhibits Fall 2016- Applications Due September 15. Email MN Children’s Museum for more information
• Museum Programs Coordination Intern Spring 2017- Applications Due December 17

Exhibits Development Group:

• International Business Development Intern Fall 2016- Applications Due September 9th
• Museum Studies Intern Spring 2017- Applications Due December 15
• Project Management Intern Spring 2017- Applications Due December 15

(I) 8/15/2016 WWG Fall Internship Opportunities
World Without Genocide has internship opportunities for this fall

• Advocacy and Program Intern- (Fall 2016)- Work in the WWG headquarters to provide organizational and administrative support for advocacy initiatives and programming and generate community-based support for city, state, and national action. Applications due August, 2016. For more info: WWG A&P Intern Flier
• Program and Operations Institute Intern- (Fall 2016) Student will participate in critical thinking and reflection activities, learn from experts and survivors, and build the skills to become a human rights leader.  For more info: WWG Institute Intern Flier

(F) 7/11/2016
American Public Media Group “Historically Black” Fellowship
This project is for an enterprising person with a passion for African American history and audio storytelling. APM Reports and The Washington Post are partnering to create a signature new podcast and related web materials to mark the opening of the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of African American History and Culture. This fellowship position will assist with the production of the podcast and related media. More information here.

(I) 7/11/2016 Edina Historical Society Internships
The Edina Historical Society has opportunities for college students and recent grads looking to gain hands on experience in the museum field. Hours are flexible and can be completed for school credit. Positions are unpaid. See the Internship announcement here.

(C) 5/5/2016 Chicago Journal of History, the University of Chicago’s undergraduate journal for historical research, is accepting submissions for the upcoming Autumn 2016 Edition.
There are no particular thematic restrictions. Most successful submissions range from 15 to 30 pages. Papers written for lectures and seminars, works produced in independent research, as well as B.A. theses are welcomed. Papers should be submitted to [email protected] as an MS Word or PDF attachment (document title: “Last name + paper title”) by Friday September 9th, 2016. Please be sure to format citations in the Chicago style and include a works cited page. For more information about the journal and to read our previous issues, please visit the website cjh.uchicago.edu.

(C) 4/29/2016 2016 Mentoring Conference: Call For Proposals
UNM Mentoring Institute invites  faculty, staff and students of higher education, researchers, K-12 educators, community leaders, administrators, non-profit partners, government agencies, and other professionals to send in  proposals that are informative and relevant to the field of developmental relationships, supported by theory and research. The term developmental relationship includes, but is not limited to mentoring, coaching, networking, and sponsorship relationships. For important dates and deadlines check out their website: UNM Mentoring Conference Website

(I) 4/29/2016  Macalester Internship Office Postings
The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:
Strategic Campaign Research Internship w/ The NewsGuild of Communication Workers of America- Paid, Starting May 11, 2016. Applications due May 6, 2016.  For more information, see the CWA NG Campaign Research Intern Flyer
Summer Analyst Intern with Alpha Sights (San Francisco)- Summer 2016, Applications due May 30.  For more information see the: Summer Analyst Alpha Sights Intern

(J) 4/28/2016 New Philanthropy, Foundations, and Nonprofit Jobs Listen in MC2
MC2 Job number after job title

• The Center For Effective Philanthropy – Cambridge, MA & San FranciscoCoordinator, Programming & External Relations 24700834
  Analyst–YouthTruth 24700861
  Analytics Engineer 24700839
• National Science Foundation
  Statistician 24700907
• MN Council of Nonprofits – Twin Cities, Multiple Locations
  18 positions!!!! FT/Paid, with placement in nonprofits many supporting ethnic and community building nonprofits.  Search MN Council for Nonprofits on MC2.
  Examples:
  Nonprofit Engagement Specialist – Nonprofits Assistance Fund 24700671
  Program Associate For Lao Assistance Center of MN – Minneapolis  24700667
  Evaluation & Communications Specialist – Dream of WIld Health 24700666
  Program, Development Coordinator at LegalCORPS – Entrepreneurs of Color 24700673
• The Carnegie Foundation For The Advancement of Teaching
  Post Baccalaureate Fellows 2400835
• Habitat For Humanity
  Multiple Postings / Multiple locations
  CS/UX and other disciplines
• The Jay and Rose Phillips Family Foundation – Minneapolis
  Educational Innovation Coordinator 2400642
  Youth Vocational Center Coordinator 24700643
• Mid-Continent Oceanographic Institute – St. Paul
  Community Outreach 24700903

(C) 4/27/2016 European Studies Undergraduate Paper Prize
The European Studies Undergraduate Paper Prize is designed to encourage interest in the field of European Studies by rewarding talented undergraduates who have conducted original research in the field. Each prize winner will receive a check for $500, along with public recognition in the European Studies Newsletter and on the Council’s social media sites. In addition, those prize winners who are interested in attending the CES conference may request one conference registration waiver for any conference in the three years following their award.  Nominations are due (along with all supporting materials) on or before May 30, 2016. See the ESU Paper Prize Flyer for more information

(E) 4/22/2016 Crossing Borders Event
Crossing Borders Activists in collaboration with Amnesty International Student Organization is holding a panel discussion highlighting “Policy Implications of the refugee crisis in Europe and the U.S.” Join in for a rich discussion, learning, and sharing knowledge with professors, researchers and community members. The program includes a panel of expert who will discuss various topics on the refugee experience and the legal aspects relating to their journey and challenges in seeking asylum.  See the Crossing Borders Flyer for more information.

(I) 4/13/2016 West Academic Publishing Internship
West Academic is offering paid internship opportunities in our publishing group starting immediately through the end of Summer.  Applications are due May 17th.

(I) 4/11/2016 Medical History Collections Internship
The Hennepin Medical History Center is seeking a self­directed, motivated, organized, and hardworking individual who can assist the organization in its work this summer.  Applications due May 1st.

(E) 4/6/2019 22nd Annual Russian, Eastern European, and Central Asian Conference
Macalester’s Russian Studies Department is hosting their annual conference with the following events:Thursday April 14th- Talk by Kevin Rothrock, editor @RuNetEcho, co-manager @RuNetMemes. For more information: Trolling to Success Talk Flier
Friday April 15th- Talk by Emily Baran ’03, Russian & East European History Professor, Middle Tennessee State University. For more information: Soviet Power & Christian Dissent Talk Flier
Saturday April 16th- Undergraduate Paper Competition.  For more information: Paper Competition Flier

(I) 4/5/2016  Macalester Internship Office Postings
The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:National Park Service Museum Aide Intern: Paid internship in West Virginia. Applications due April 14th. See NPS Museum Intern Flier  for more details on how to apply.
Exhibit Development Group Project Management Intern: Starts June 1st in St. Paul. Applications due May 15th. See EDP Project Management Intern Flier for more information.

(I) 4/4/2016 Macalester Internship Office Postings
The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:
User Assistance / Technical Writing Summer Intern- May- August 2016, See UATW Summer Intern Flier for more information.

(E) 4/4/2016  Fourth Critical Theory Annual Symposium
On Wednesday, April 27 from 5:00 -7:00/8:30, in the Weyerhaeuser Boardroom the Fourth Critical Theory Annual Symposium will be taking place.  The topic this year is Orientalism, Postcolonialism, Globalization, and our three speakers are widely esteemed scholars and Macalester cherished teachers and colleagues: David Blaney (Political Science), Julia Chadaga (Russian Studies), and Khaldoun Samman (Sociology). See the CT Annual Symposium Flier for more details.

(I) 3/28/2016 Mt. Olympus Collective Intern Summer 2016
Paid internship with Zeus Jones, acting as an outside source of perspectives and experiences with a business working to modernize other businesses.  Applications are due April 9th.  For more information about dates and how to apply, see the Mt. Olympus Intern 2016 Flier

(E) 3/25/2016
The Department of Art & Art History is sponsoring an event that will bring Somali elders to campus to teach loomless weaving. See the flyer here.

(I) 3/22/2016 ACTC Museum Fellows Program
The “ACTC Museum Fellows Program” is designed to engage students in studying the challenges related to the underrepresentation of communities of color and American Indian Nations in historical organizations, museums, and public history graduate programs. View the ACTC Fellows Program flier here.

(I) 3/22/2016 Macalester Internship Office Postings
The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:
Hennepin County Library Special Collections Digitization Intern: June- August, applications due April 29. For more info: HCL Special Collections Digitization Intern Flier
Hennepin County Library Preservation Intern: June- August, applications due April 29. HCL Preservation Intern Flier

(E) 3/21/2016 The China Talk Series This Year
There is an on going China Talk Series sponsored by the US-China Peoples Friendship Association-MN Chapter (USCPFA-MN) and co-sponsored by our History Department and the student organization The Chinese Culture Club (CCC) to be held several times per year on our campus. The mission of the Series is to introduce Chinese culture to the main stream society in the U.S. and to promote friendship and understanding between the peoples of China and the United States.

(E) 3/21/2016 “Blood Memory” Documentary Screening & Community Forum
The Indian Education Program of Saint Paul Public Schools and the First Nations Repatriation Institute have coordinated an advanced screening of the in-progress documentary, Blood Memory.  The screening will take place at Creative Arts Secondary School (65 Kellogg Blvd.) in Saint Paul on Monday, April 4th For more information: Blood Memory Screening Flier

(E) 3/17/2016 WWG Public Talk, Women in Nazi Germany
World Without Genocide will host a talk, Hitler’s Furies: German Women in the Nazi Killing Fields, on Thursday, April 14, at Mitchell Hamline School of Law from 7:00 – 9:00 pm. For more information: WWG Women in Nazi Germany Talk Flier

(I) 3/14/2016 WWG Summer Internship Opportunities
World Without Genocide has internship opportunities for this summer

• Advocacy and Program Intern- (June 1st- August 15th)- Work in the WWG headquarters to provide organizational and administrative support for advocacy initiatives and programming and generate community-based support for city, state, and national action. Applications due May 30, 2016. For more info: WWG A&P Intern Flier

• Summer Institute Intern- (June 1st- August 15th) Student will participate in critical thinking and reflection activities, learn from experts and survivors, and build the skills to become a human rights leader.  For more info: WWG Institute Intern Flier

(C) 3/7/2016 A Call for Paper Submission to The Spark
Friction is The Spark’s first zine and is now calling for submissions that challenge, shock, and shift. While they’re open to any and all content for the zine, they want to emphasize forms that tend to receive less attention: academic papers, experimental writing, critical essays, protest art, and visual art in all forms. Submissions will be accepted until Monday, March 28th. Send your work to [email protected]. For more info: Friction by The Spark Flier

(E) 2/26/2016 WWG Public Talk- Guatemala: Prosecuting Genocide, Rebuilding Communities
World Without Genocide will host a talk, Guatemala: Prosecuting Genocide, Rebuilding Communities, on Thursday, March 31, at Mitchell Hamline School of Law from 7:00 – 9:00 pm. This program will examine the 36 years of armed conflict in Guatemala and transitional justice for rural Mayan communities.

(I) 2/26/2016 Internships Available with The Odyssey
The Odyssey, a community journalism chapter, is looking to hire writers, social media directors, photographers, multimedia coordinators and contributing editors. If you might be interested in this opportunity, follow this link to apply: https://www.theodysseyonline.com/apply

(E) 2/26/2016  Reading and Reception with Lebanese Author, Rawi Hage
Alliance Française Mpls/St Paul would like to invite you to join them at the reading and reception with award-winning Lebanese author, Rawi Hage. On his tour through the Midwest, Hage’s evening in Minneapolis will feature an interview with UMN professor Joseph R. Farag. A reception with food and drinks will follow the event.  Find out more about this event here: Reading and Reception with Rawi Hage Flier

(L) 2/24/2016  ICPSR Summer Program in Quantitative Methods of Social Research
The ICPSR Summer Program offers rigorous, hands-on training in a wide range of methodologies and techniques for research across the social, behavioral, and medical sciences. In Ann Arbor, Michigan, the Summer Program’s four-week sessions. The first session is from June 20-July 15 and the second from July 18-Aug. 12.  Applications are due April 30. For info about courses, fees, scholarships, and registration, visit icpsr.umich.edu/sumprog or contact [email protected].

(E) 2/23/2016  Upcoming “Mac Startups” Info Sessions
There will be three upcoming “Mac Startups” info-sessions in the Innovator Space (basement of Markim Hall) from Noon-1:00pm on Thursday, Feb 25th; Thursday March 3rd; and Thursday, March 10th. Lunch provided! Mac Startups is a 10 week summer program.  For more information see this Mac Startups Flier

(I) 2/23/2016 Macalester Internship Office Postings
The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:
Renewing the Countryside Healthy Local Foods Exhibit PAID Intern for Summer of 2016. RTCHLFE Internship Posting

(G) 2/22/2016 George Mason University Graduate Certificate in Digital Public Humanities
The Department of History and Art History at George Mason University, in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, has created a fully online Graduate Certificate in Digital Public Humanities.  The program trains students in the digital skills and tools that are increasingly essential to careers in education, public history, libraries, publishing and many kinds of government and non-profit work.   This 15-credit program consists of three online courses followed by a remote internship with a unit of the Smithsonian Institution.  Because it is both online and part-time, students can pursue it while working or attending another graduate program. The certificate can also be combined with our own History M.A. program. For more information visit:  https://to.gmu.edu/humanitiesonline

(J&I) 2/22/2016 Environmental, Sci-Tech, IT & Medical Job and Internship Fair
Tuesday, March 1, 2016 from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm in Smail Gallery of Olin Rice recruiters from the following places will be on campus: Metropolitan Council, US Army & Army Reserve, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,Elite Medical Scribes, Emergency Care Consultants – Emergency Scribes, SciTechsperience Internship Program & Job Board, Pioneer Project Services, Peace Corps, Fraser, Epic, Mayo Clinic, and Boston Scientific. Please dress in business casual.

(F) 2/19/2016 American Indian Museum Fellowship Opportunity
The Department of Inclusion and Community Engagement at the Minnesota Historical Society is recruiting possible candidates for the American Indian Museum Fellowship from June 2nd – June 19th 2016. Priority deadline for application materials is due by March 19th and all applications materials must be in no later than March 26. For more information, see the flier concerning the American Indian Museum Fellowship Opportunity.

(J) 2/16/2016 Serve. Lead. Change The World: A Social Justice Job Fair
February 23rd at 8PM, attend a free, virtual event with representatives from six service-focused non-profit organizations—Teach For America, City Year, Citizen Schools, Reading Partners, Peace Corps, and Playworks. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of each organization’s mission and role in solving our world’s greatest challenges, and learn more about specific job openings for undergraduates and professionals. There will be lots of opportunity for Q&A and application tips for each organization. Register now:https://www.teachforamerica.org/get-involved/events/serve-lead-change-world-social-justice-job-fair-february-23-8pm-est

(E) 2/16/2016 “Dangerous Proximities: Latinas/os and the Mechanisms of Racial Capitalism”
EdénTorres, Chair of the Department of Chicano and Latino Studies and Associate Professor in the Departments of Gender, Women and Sexuality Studies, University of Minnesota will be visiting Monday, Feb. 22 at 4:45 p.m. in Olin Rice 250 to give a talk on how history of racism towards U.S. Chican@s and Latin@s has lead to contemporary structural inequalities. For more information, see the Edén Torres Talk Flier.

(I) 2/15/2016 Macalester Internship Office Postings
The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:
The Old Courthouse Museum of Minnehaha County Summer Intern Mid May- Mid August 2016 Minnehaha County Summer Intern Flier

(F) 2/12/2016 Macalester Consulting Group Case Competition
Macalester Consulting Group meets weekly to solve fun problems, and helps you get consulting jobs, in which you meet problems, and solve them. If you have a curious mind, if you love to solve fun problems, they welcome you. They also welcome you to sign up for Case Competition#2, 7:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Tuesday, 16th Feb. Apply here.  Six applicants will be accepted. If you are not selected for Case Competition#2, you are invited to participate in our case competition from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on 23rd Feb. The deadline to sign up is 11:59 p.m. on 12th Feb.

(G) 2/9/2016 Columbia-LSE Graduate Program in International and World History
Columbia University and the London School of Economics are now accepting applications for Fall 2016.  The program is a dual MA/MSc in International and World History.  Deadline to apply is March 15.

(E) 2/9/2016 Global Citizenship in the News: Caucuses and Primaries, Behind the Coin Toss
Thursday, February 18th in Davis Court, Markim Hall from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM, an exciting Global Citizenship in the News panel will explicate the differences and functions of caucuses, primaries, and evaluate the complex ways these “democratic” institutions affect the US’ government and citizenry. See flier here.

(I) 2/8/2016 Macalester Internship Office Postings
The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:
MassMoCA Internship Summer 2016. Deadline March 7th.
Metropolitan Council Internship Program Summer 2016. Deadline February 29 See more here
Leadership and the American Presidency Internship Program Summer 2016 Deadline June 1 See flier here.

(J) 2/3/2016 Job and/or Fellowship Opportunity With Environment America
Right now, Environment America is looking for smart, talented candidates for their fellowship program or digital campaign team. These are full-time paid positions that start August 2016. Application deadline is March 1. To learn more about the positions and apply visit: jobs.environmentamerica.org

(G) 2/2/2016 New York University Graduate Program in European and Mediterranean Studies
NYU’s Center for European and Mediterranean Studies is now accepting applications for the 2016-2017 academic year with degree options such as: M.A. in European and Mediterranean Studies & Journalism, M.A. in European and Mediterranean Studies & Library and Information Science, and M.A. in European and Mediterranean Studies & an Advanced Certificate in Museum Studies.  See more here.

(E) 2/1/2016 Meet Alumni of the History Department at the Alumni Fair
3 graduates from the history department, Greg Erickson ’81, Joelle Larson ’02, and Chris Cloutier, will be attending the Alumni Fair happening on Thursday, February 11th from 6:30 to 8:00 pm, at Kagin Ballroom. We encourage students from the history department to attend the fair and connect with these alumni, as they can provide valuable information about the possibilities that this major can offer. See flier here

(E) 2/1/2016 World Without Genocide Talk- The Law in Indian County: The FBI, Jurisdiction, and Cases of Sexual Violence
March 9, this program will examine the FBI’s jurisdiction and role in bringing perpetrators on Indian reservations to justice and the challenges facing Indian victims of sexual violence.

(G) 1/27/2016 M.A. Degree Opportunity in Modern European Studies at Columbia University
Columbia’s M.A. program in Modern European Studies is now accepting applications for the 2016-2017 academic year. Modern European Studies offers unique opportunities for students to deepen their understanding of European history, politics, and society. The program can be completed in 12 months but part-time study is also possible. Deadline is February 15. See more here

(C) 1/25/2016 Call for Papers- The Journal of Undergraduate International Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison
The Journal seeks to publish the world’s premier undergraduate work related to international themes and topics including, but not limited to: international conflict and conflict resolution, human rights, environmental issues, history, culture, comparative politics, economics, development and trade, global security, and international health. Submissions generally range in length from 5 to 20 pages and email it as an attachment to [email protected]. Deadline to submit is February 21. To view previous issues and submission guidelines, please visit:  https://juis.global.wisc.edu/issues.html

(F) 1/23/2016 Mount Vernon Hotel Museum and Garden Hearst Fellowship
The Mount Vernon Hotel Museum and Garden has announced two William Randolph Hearst Fellowships for Summer 2016. Deadline to apply is March 4, 2016. See more here.

(I) 1/23/2016 Macalester Internship Office Postings:
The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:
Shelburne Museum Education Program Intern: Summer 2016 June 13- August 12 See flier here.

(C) 1/19/2016 Call for Papers- West Point
Report, the West Point Undergraduate Historical Review, is accepting paper submissions by February 19 at [email protected]. See posting here.

(I) 1/12/2016 Macalester Internship Office Postings
The Macalester Internship Office has recently shared these opportunities:
International Business Development Internship ­ Summer/Fall 2016. See the posting here.
Museum Studies Internship ­ Summer/Fall 2016. See the posting here.
New Sector Alliance Fellowship applications are due February 1, 2016. See the posting here.

(I) 12/11/2015 Summer 2016 Internships Bipartisan Policy Center
The Macalester Internship Office has posted this internship with the Bipartisan Policy Center.

(E) 12/10/2015 MA degree in Documentary Film and History at Syracuse University
Syracuse University offers a fifteen-month “Documentary Film and History” program MA degree for History majors and minors.  The program is designed for students interested in making documentary films on historical themes, offering an opportunity to deepen their understanding of history while they acquire the practical skills of the filmmaker’s craft. In addition to taking courses on film production, screenwriting, and historical methods, students choose courses that allow them to deepen their knowledge of a specific field within history.  For more information on the program, visit:  https://newhouse.syr.edu/academics/degrees/masters/documentary-film-and-history.

(C) 12/07/2015 Chicago Journal of History Accepting Submissions
The Chicago Journal of History, an undergraduate historical review at the University of Chicago, is welcoming submissions for its Spring 2016 edition.  Papers selected for the Spring 2016 edition of the Journal will be published in March of 2016. Most successful submissions range from 15 to 25 pages, although  this does not represent so much a strict requirement as a suggestion to applicants. Please be sure to format citations in the Chicago style and include a works cited page. Papers should be submitted to [email protected] as an MS Word or PDF attachment (document title: “Last name+paper title”) by January 25th, 2016. For more information about the journal and to read previous issues, please visit cjh.uchicago.edu.

(R) 12/01/2015 East Side Freedom Library seeks student researchers for summer 2016
A historical research project will be conducted in the summer of 2016, exploring the history of ESFL’s Carnegie Library building (on the National Historic Sites and the St. Paul Heritage Preservation lists) in anticipation of its centennial in 2017.  This research will include engaging secondary sources in the history of the Carnegie Steel Company and Andrew Carnegie, its labor practices, American philanthropy, and the places of libraries in American culture, as well as digging into local primary sources, such as newspapers, city government and public library system records, the papers of the architect, manuscript census of population and city directories, and the undertaking of oral history interviews with neighborhood residents.  This research will be conducted under the direction of ESFL co-executive director and Macalester History Professor Emeritus Peter Rachleff.  Interested students should contact Peter Rachleff, at [email protected].

(G) 11/25/2015 University of Kansas Museum Studies Program
Museum studies is a multidisciplinary field that combines intellectual challenges with opportunities to bring the insights of scholars to diverse public audiences. The University of Kansas offers a museum studies master’s degree program. To learn more see their flyer here.

(C) 11/24/2015 Call for Submissions to the Gateway History Journal
The Washington University in St. Louis’s chapter of Phi Alpha Theta announces a call for submissions to the Gateway History Journal, an academic journal of global history that seeks undergraduate papers of the highest caliber. They are looking for papers of 10-30 pages of length on any topic, region, or time period. Submissions are due by 8 January 2016 and should be submitted to [email protected]. Please refer to this document for more information.  If you have any questions, contact Jacqueline Blickman at [email protected].

(I) 11/23/2015 Two New Internship Opportunities Shared by Macalester CDC

• Center for School Change announcement can be found here.
• Minnesota Coalition for Battered Women announcement can be found here.

(G) 11/23/2015 Free Minnesota Pre-Law Scholars Program Summer Course
The University of Minnesota hosts a free LSAT prep course called Minnesota Pre-Law Scholars Program (MPLS) each summer. Here are the course highlights:

• 10 week course that meets twice a week in the evenings from end of May/beginning of June through August, taught by a Kaplan instructor, at the Minnesota Law campus in Minneapolis.
• The course also includes helpful info sessions and the opportunity to meet with the Minnesota Law Admissions department, Career Services, and current students & alumni.
• The course is free to participants but does require a $100 seat deposit (fully refundable if the participant successfully completes the course).
• Interested students can apply for MPLS beginning January 1 and will find the details on the website here:

(I) 11/20/2015 World Without Genocide Internship
World Without Genocide, a nonprofit in Saint Paul, has an opening for a social media and graphic design intern. View The Position Description Here.

(F) 11/18/2015 Council for European Studies Calls for Applications:

• The Mellon-CES Dissertation Completion Fellowship is funded by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation and includes a $25,000 stipend, as well as assistance in securing reimbursements or waivers in eligible health insurance and candidacy fees. Mellon-CES Dissertation Completion Fellowships are intended to facilitate the timely completion of the doctoral degree by late-stage graduate students focusing on topics in European Studies in the humanities. Applications are due (along with all supporting materials) on or before January 26, 2016.  For more information, click here.

• The Pre-Dissertation Research Fellowship includes a $4,000 stipend, the opportunity to publish in Perspectives on Europe, a semi-annual journal of the Council for European Studies, and other professional development activities. CES Pre-Dissertation Fellowships fund two months’ travel to Europe to conduct the exploratory phase of a projected dissertation project in the social sciences or humanities which will require a subsequent stay in Europe. Applications are due (along with all supporting materials) on or before January 16, 2016.

(A) 11/17/2015 The GESI Application is Now Open
The Global Engagement Studies Institute (GESI) is a study abroad program offered by Northwestern University. GESI is open to undergraduate students from all majors. Participants intern alongside local experts to implement collaborative work in small interdisciplinary teams in Bolivia, Dominican Republic, India, Kenya, Nicaragua, or Uganda. All students receive academic training in theories and tools of community development, as well as team dynamics and leadership. Summer: June 13 – August 18, 2016 or Fall: September 11 – December 10, 2016. For more information about the program, visit the

(I) 11/16/2015 Metropolitan Council Urban Scholars Program
The Metropolitan Council is looking for students to participate their Urban Scholars Program. The program is a 13-week PAID summer internship and leadership development program for low income, students with disabilities, and/or students of color. The program will provide college students with a distinctive professional experience focused on gaining essential leadership skills, and creating career pathways to positions of influence in public service.
There will be a presentation / q&a session at Macalester Thursday, Nov. 19th at 4:45 pm, CC 215.
Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. on November 30.

(C) 11/13/2015 Tufts Historical Review Seeking Student Papers
The Tufts Historical Review Editorial Board calls for submissions to their academic journal of global history that seeks to print papers of the highest caliber. The Board seeks articles – between 2,500 and 8,000 words – that explore the theme “Shadows” from a diverse array of perspectives.
Submissions are due January 21, 2016 deadline has been extended to February 1, and should be submitted to [email protected]. Please refer to this document for more information.

(J&I) 11/11/2015 Macalester Career Development Center Job & Internship Fair Info Sessions
Employers are reviewing resumes now! Attend an info session to learn all your need to know about the Job & Internship Fair. Now is also a good time to register to attend the Fair.

(R) 11/10/2015 Community Engagement Center Project Funding:

• The Davis Projects for Peace initiative allows students to spend the summer of 2016 carrying out a grass-roots project for peace, anywhere in the world. Receive $10,000 for your peace project. For information regarding the Projects for Peace application process, etc, see the Institute for Global Citizenship website. Applications are due 8am January 15, 2016.
• Students are encouraged to apply for an Action Fund grant. Receive up to $1,000 to collaborate with community members on a project to fulfill unmet needs of Twin Cities’ communities.  Details and application information available on Community Engagement Center website.

(C) 11/10/2015 Call for Papers for Hemispheres
Hemispheres, the Tufts Undergraduate Journal of International Affairs, one of the oldest undergraduate journals in the field, is now accepting submissions relating to this year’s theme of Emerging Actors. Submissions should be research articles, approximately 5000-8000 words, written by undergraduates in a broad range of fields relevant to international affairs. To submit a paper, or if you have any questions or concerns, please contact [email protected]. Submission Deadline: December 22, 2015.

(I) 11/10/2015 The Global Internship Program, London, Los Angeles & New York
City Internships runs immersive career training programs for college students and recent graduates. They’re designed to expand participants’ horizons and get them job-ready. For each program, on top of hard and soft skill building at weekly career seminars, workshops and networking events, participants undertake an internship placement at one of our partner companies. Students and graduates develop real-world skills, build their professional network and fast-track their career.
Learn more about City Internships here

(E) 11/08/2015 MOVEMENTS @ MAC
The Department of Multicultural Life presents a Trenzas event: MOVEMENTS @ MAC
Friday, November 13th at 7:00 PM, The Cultural House (37 Macalester Street) A gallery and discussion reflecting on the history and future of student activism at Macalester, featuring alumni interviews and Macalester  Archives artifacts. The gallery will look at protests and actions of solidarity that the Macalester community has organized, from the 1974 sit in protesting cuts in program funding for students of color, to the Mock Border Wall installed last fall. Light refreshments will be provided.

(I) 11/06/2015 EAST SIDE FREEDOM LIBRARY Internships
East Side Freedom Library is a newly organized educational and cultural institution which is repurposing the historic Carnegie library building formerly known as the Arlington Hills Public Library. ESFL’s mission is to collect Labor and Immigration History resources – books, visual art, music, and material objects, make them available to the community, and employ them in educational and cultural programs. These programs include lectures, discussions, workshops, classes, and performances. More information about ESFL can be found on the website, https:eastsidefreedomlibrary.org. Contact Executive Director, Dr. Peter Rachleff; 651-774-8687, 651-230-3294, [email protected]

(J) 11/04/2015 OATI Career Opportunities
OATI is an energy software solution provider located in NE Minneapolis. They are seeking entry-level candidates for all positions. They are looking for students across a wide variety of majors and interests.  For more details on career opportunities, see OATI.com. Available Positions at a glance: Administrative Assistant, Communication Specialists, Software Developers, Electrical Engineers, Customer Systems Analyst, Desktop Support Technician. Please email [email protected] or call 763.201.2026 with questions.

(J) 11/03/2015 Discover a Museum Career
The American Association of Museums posts national and international museum jobs in: Curating, Education, Development, Exhibitions, Marketing and Communications and more.
See Link: American Associate of Museums – Jobs and Career Resources

(G) 10/30/2015  Graduate programs in History at Marquette University
Marquette University offers graduate programs in History with M.A. and PhD degrees in early modern and modern European History and in United States history, as well as M.A. degrees in Medieval History and in Global Studies  Learn more about what they have to offer at their web site here.

(J&I) 10/22/2015 Teaching/Education/Writing Jobs & Internships Bulletin from Macalester’s Career Development Career
Click on this link for a list of options provided by our CDC.

(F) 10/22/2015 Master Teaching Fellows Program at Wake Forest
Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina offers a one-year master’s degree and teacher licensure program. The program has a merit-based scholarship package for  admitted students, with a resulting tuition of around $7,000 tuition for the entire program. Applications for the Master Teacher Fellows program are due on January 15, 2016. For more information about the program, see the web site at https://college.wfu.edu/education and/or e-mail Adam Friedman at [email protected].

(G) 10/21/2015 Masters Graduate Program at Minnesota State University Mankato
To learn about the graduate programs offered at Minnesota State University Mankato, please see the letter linked here.

(C) 10/19/2015: Call for Papers
The editorial board of the Chicago Journal of History, an undergraduate publication for historical research at the University of Chicago, is accepting submissions for its Spring 2016 print and online edition until January 25th, 2015. Papers should be submitted to [email protected] as an MS Word or PDF attachment (document title: “Last name+paper title”) by January 25th, 2015. Inquiries and concerns can also be sent to this address. For more information about the journal and to read previous issues, visit cjh.uchicago.edu.

(R) 10/21/2015: Macalester Community Public Art and Engagement Project
“Here and There: Bicycles in Recognition of Refugee Resilience” Join the Macalester community on Thursday, October 29th, in a one-day public art and engagement project recognizing refugee journeys from Iraq, Afghanistan and Syria to seek asylum in Europe. Cycling across borders allows refugees to avoid bans on pedestrian border crossings, and to avoid prohibitions against: the use of public transit, and motorists transporting people who do not have visas. These refugee journeys end with a pile of confiscated bikes at the borders. You can participate by bringing your bicycle and lock to build our own bike pile. Just drop your bike off at Old Main Lawn between 8am and 10am on Thursday, October 29th.  Bikes will be monitored by IGC Staff and Campus Security throughout the day. Please contact Pia Mingkwan at [email protected] with any questions.

(G) 10/09/2015: Master of Arts in Management
The School of Business at Wake Forest University offers a 10-month Master of Arts in Management program.  Offering an on-campus information session on Wednesday, October 14th, Campus Center 204, 4:45-5:45 pm.