E-Announcements - NIU - Department of Political Science

The Department of Political Science will recognize political science majors who meet the criteria for Pi Sigmas Alpha national honorary society membership at the spring department commencement.

Qualifications for membership:

Overall academic standing in the upper third of graduating seniors in the College of Liberal Aarts and Sciences
Grade of "B" or "A" in all political science courses
18 or more hours in political science courses, including at least 12 hours from NIU and at least one course not open to students in the first two years of collegiate work

DEADLINE: Monday, March 19, 2012 Application fee: $15

View details and further information here.

b. "Miss Representation"

"Miss Representation" Film Screening & Discussion

Thursday, February 9

Begins at 6:00 p.m.

Reavis Hall, Room 211

This popular documentary examines images of women in the media, as well as the media's inadequate representation of women in positions of power. Assistant Professor of Political Science Rebecca Hannagan will help lead a discussion after the film. Snacks will be provided at the event.Sponsor: Women's Studies Program.

II. General University Announcements

a. GRE, LSAT and GMAT Test Prep

The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences External Programming announces Spring Session I and II Test Prep for GRE, LSAT, and GMAT. Register at http://www.niu.edu/clasep/testprep/index.shtml.

Register at least one week prior to the first class meeting to receive early bird discount. Additional discount for the GRE or LSAT Test Prep for NIU Alum, NIU Employee, or NIU student. View session dates and times.

b. Career Fairs

Internship Fair for students seeking internships - 2/21 from 10-3 at the Convo

Full-time JobFair for seniors and alumni - 2/22 at the Convo

Mid-America Educator's Job Fair - 2/27 - NIU Student Open Session from 9-Noon; scheduled interviews by invitation only from 1-3

Get all the details at http://www.niu.edu/careerservices/jobfairs/.

c. Career Fair Workshops

Career Fair Preparation Workshop, 2/13, 4:30-6 p.m., Campus Life Building, Room 100 - PepsiCo, Frito-Lay will present best ways to approach employers

ABC's of Getting an Internship Workshop, 2/16, 5-7 p.m., HSC, Capitol Room - Employer panelists from various industries will share tips on how to present yourself to employers, what they are looking for in intern candidates, and talk about their internship programs. Sponsored by Kohl's with Susan Caplan, author of Marketing Yourself to the Real World (Free books to the first 125 students).

RESUME HELP: Free resume consults available in the Campus Life Building, Room 235, M-F, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed on Career Fair days (2/21, 2/22, 2/27).

View flyer with all the details.

d. Celebrate International Women's Day with Luncheon and Talk

On Wednesday, March 7, 11:30 in the Chandelier Room, NIU presents lunch and a talk by Dr. Kurt Thurmaier, Director, Public Administration at NIU. The topic is "Kidogo, Kidogo: Patiently Investing in Girls' Education". The event is co-sponsored by Women's Studies, Division of International Programs, and Zeta Gammer Chapter of Phi Beta Delta. Luncheon is $15. Contact prosenberg@niu.edu (815-753-9530) by Feb. 27 for reservations. View flyer with details.

e. Undergraduate Research & Artistry Day

URAD is about showcasing the work you are doing under the guidance of faculty mentors. For more information, click here.

Abstracts are due Friday, 3/9/12. Event date is Tuesday, 4/4/12.

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III. Student Kudos!

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IV. Upcoming Lectures and Speakers

a. 3 of State's Top Journalists to Debate at NIU

"Election 2012: What's In It for Illinois?" All are invited to this panel featuring the Sun-Times' Mark Brown, Tribune's Bruce Dold and Spring State Journal-Register's Bernie Schoenberg. Saturday, 2/25, 3 p.m. in the Campus Life Building, Room 100, corner of Normal and Lucinda. Details here.

b. Citizens Divided: Should Congress Limit $ on Political Messages?

NIU College of Law Federalist Society invites you to a debate/discussion over political speech regulation and the controversial Citizens United v. FEC decision. Tuesday, 2/7, 5-6 p.m. in the Rilery Courtroom (Swen Parson 170). View flyer for details.

4:40-5 p.m. - FREE dinner, beverages, dessert
5-6 p.m. - Debate (Q&A to follow)
6-6:30 p.m. - Dessert reception

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V. Internships

a. Paid Legislative Internships

Interested in a paid internship with the Illinois State Legislature? Earn a monthly stipend including student health insurance, 8 graduate credits and work as legislative staff with the partisan staffs of either the IL General Assembly or the Legislative Research Unit. See flyer for details. Application materials online at http://ilsip.uis.edu.

b. Internship Opportunities with Sen. Mark Kirk

Sen. Mark Kirk has several opportunities for student internships in Chicago, Springfield, and D.C. More information is available at http://kirk.senate.gov/pdfs/Intern5.pdf.

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V. Internships

VI. Scholarship and Fellowships

a. Call for Papers: Political Science Undergraduate Paper Competition - 3/12/12

The Department of Political Science will recognize, on an annual basis, outstanding papers written in conjunction wtih 300-400 level political science courses or directed studies. Authors do not have to be political science majors or have a particular class standing. Winners receive a certificate and $100 tuition credit at the spring department commencement.

DEADLINE: Papers may be submitted by students or faculty to the undergraduate secretary in Zulauf 415 no later than 4:30 p.m., Monday, March 12, 2012.

Submittal requirements:

Papers must be submitted in triplicate

All copies require two cover pages: one with student's name and one without student's name

Students name may not be listed in headers or footers

Only papers written during the previous calendar year are considered for the award. However, papers completed in the current spring semester are eligible for the following year's competition, even if the student has graduated.

There are no requirements concerning length of paper

Contact 815-753-1015 or pkombrink@niu.edu if you have questions.

b. Kevin McKeough Award - 3/12/12

The Department of Political Science is now accepting applications for the Kevin McKeough Award for outstanding nparticipation in the political process by a graduating senior at NIU. This award is given annually to the political science major or minor who has made an outstanding contribution to the political process while at NIU through work in olitical campaigns, interest group activity, or election to public office.

DEADLINE: 4:30 p.m., Monday, March 12, 2012.

Details including submittal requirements here.

c. Department of Political Science Engaged Learning Scholarship - 4/5/12

We are pleased to announce the creation of a new scholarship which will benefit 6 recipients in the amount of $500 each to help defray the costs associated with engaged learning opportunities (study abroad, internships, independent studies). DEADLINE: Thursday, April 5, 2012, 4:30 p.m. Details and application here.

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VII. Clubs and Organizations

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VIII. Other Announcements

a. The Charles Koch Institute announces opportunities

The Charles Koch Institute has compiled a list of opportunities for students including internships, jobs, web resources, seminars and organizations. Interested studentes can contact Stephen Sweet, Program Coordinator for Recruiting, by filling out this form. View the pamphlet listing all these opportunities here.

b. NEW Leadership Illinois: An all-expenses paid leadership program for college women

All-expenses paid, bi-partisan program that strives to educate and empower the next generation of female leaders. Leadership education, hands-on training in public policy, and networking with leaders from every level of government.

Application deadline: March 1, 2012. More information at

igpa.uillinois.edu/pe/new-leadership.

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