Black Doctoral Network 2013 Conference

The Black Doctoral Network is leading the next generation of Black scholars to reach new heights. Encouraging intellectual curiosity and transformative research, the Black Doctoral Network is a bridge leader, creating paths between scholars, disciplines, and academic universities all while its serves as an invaluable connection between higher education and the community at large.

Workshops, Roundtables and Panel discussions include:

• Race(ism) in Higher Education
• Saving ourselves - Black Boys/Men and Black Girls/Women
• Effective use of Social Media for Academics
• Financial literacy for Academicians
• Managing coursework, comps and oral exams
• Quantitative and Qualitative methods
• Securing Funding --traditional and non-traditional
• Publish or Perish
• The dissertation committee, proposals, and defense
• Dissertation to book and Post-doc to Tenure
• Dating in Higher Education
• Publish or Perish
• Securing and maintaining healthy mentoring relationships 

Conference Information:

The conference takes place between Thursday, October 3, 2013 7:00PM - Saturday, October 5, 2013 11:30AM. For registration and hotel information, please visit the BDN website.

Tips Before Your Internship Begins

Congratulations on securing a summer internship! You’ve put in all that effort to get this position, but the work doesn’t end here. An internship precedes a job just like an engagement precedes marriage: you want to make sure that you’re a good fit at the firm before you sign a full-time contract, and your employer wants to know that you’re capable of handling the work before committing to hiring you full-time.

Over the next two or three months, it’s your opportunity to impress your employer and land a full-time offer. Whether or not this is your dream job, it’s important to make a good impression. Even if you end up working somewhere else after graduation, making that good impression will serve you well in the future.

Here are some tips to keep in mind, especially during the first few days on the job:

·      Invest in a professional wardrobe – They say that first impressions are everything, and an easy way to make a good first impression is to look professional. That doesn’t mean spending tons of money on a new wardrobe, but it does mean buying a few nice things (the sweatpants and hoodies you wear to class are not going to cut it, unless your firm employs a very casual dress code). If you’re not sure what the environment at your workplace will be like, it’s always safe to dress up during the first couple of days and then see what your coworkers wear. With that said, don’t be parading around designer watches and bags – even if you can afford them. Nothing screams pretentious more than an intern wearing a Rolex.

·      Do your due diligence – Read up on the company before your first day. Know who the major executives are, see what headlines the firm has been making in recent days. While this doesn’t directly pertain to your job, it’s always good to stay aware of what’s going on with the firm.

·      Be on time – The last thing you want is to be late on your first day. Know how to get to the office and plan to arrive at least 30 minutes early on your first day, in case anything goes wrong on your way there. Since the entire internship is essentially a trial run for you being hired, you should never be late. If that means losing 30 minutes of sleep or knocking back a few extra cups of coffee, so be it. Also, many of you may have your internal clocks trained on the college-schedule:  waking up at noon, staying up until 5 a.m., and taking naps throughout the day. That’s not going to help you the work place. Start waking up 15 minutes earlier every day from today and in no time, you’ll be used to getting up at 6 or 7 a.m.

·      Stay late – Continuing on the previous point, not only should you arrive early, you should always stay later than you’re expected to. Don’t pack up and leave whenever 5 p.m. (or whenever the standard end-of-the-day is at your office) hits. You want to show your dedication to the job. There’s always loose ends to tie up/reports to compile at the end of the day, so put in some extra work before heading out.

·      Always keep a pen and notepad on you – From orientation sessions to impromptu meetings, you never know when you’ll be expected to take notes. So always be prepared and have something to write with.

·      Communicate with your manager(s) – During most internships, you’ll be reporting directly to at least one or several managers. Make sure to maintain open lines of communication with whoever is managing you. They’ll be there to answer any questions you have, to provide guidance, and they’ll also be the ones determining whether or not to hire you at the end of the summer. Don’t be afraid to go to them if you’re unsure about the goal of your project or if you encounter any other difficulties.

·      Ask questions – You’re an intern joining a new company and working on a project in a field you’ve likely had no previous experience in. Everyone will expect you to have questions, so don’t be afraid to ask!

·      Network – Not only is networking beneficial for your long-term career, it will also make life a lot easier during your internship! Many projects require you to work across divisions, so having contacts with employees at other divisions of the firm can prove to be handy when you’re working on your project.

·      Smile! – Nobody wants to work with a negative person, so always maintain a positive attitude. Even if it’s 10 p.m. and you’ve been crunching numbers on Excel for the past five hours, do it with a smile on your face.

Again, congratulations of your summer internship! As always, if you have any questions or concerns about what to expect, feel free to make an appointment with a Career Advancement counselor!

Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) Summer Internships

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is looking for talented individuals for 2013 summer internship opportunities.  As a summer student employee, you will have the opportunity to work with some of the most experienced transportation professionals in the nation which will help give you in-depth knowledge of the issues and challenges of transportation projects in the fifth most populated state in the U.S.  The engineering summer program is designed to give engineering students an opportunity to obtain on the job training, knowledge and experience with the premier state department of transportation.

The Illinois Department of Transportation has posted the Summer Technical Program information on the department’s website at http://www.dot.il.gov/techapp/vacancy.html.  Select the IDOT district or office where you are interested in applying and carefully follow the directions on the information sheet provided.  Applications will be accepted from April 9 through Monday, April 22 at 4:30PM.  

Engineering Program: This program is designed to give engineering students an opportunity to obtain on the job training. Only students who have completed a minimum of one year (30 semester hrs, 45 qtr. Hrs credit) of college courses in engineering through completion of four or more years in engineering or related curriculum are eligible.

Compensation:

·         $15.85/hr Downstate
·         $17.00/hr Schaumburg

Non-Engineering (Technician Trainee) Program: This program is designed to give non-engineering students an opportunity to obtain on the job training. High school graduates through students who have completed four or more years of college courses in areas other than engineering are eligible to apply.

Compensation:

·         $11.10/hr Downstate
·         $12.00/hr Chicago

Application Information:
 
Applications will be accepted during the posting period only, Tuesday, April 9 through Monday, April 22 at 4:30PM. If you have any questions, please contact Aisha Jordan at (217) 557-2000 or Katie Ellis at (217) 782-2545.

University of Chicago German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) Short-term Grants

The University of Chicago is offering short-term (1-6 months) grants for PhD Candidates who need to conduct research in Germany. Open to applicants in all fields of study. Applicants in the arts, humanities, and social sciences should have a good command of German. Must be a well-defined research project that makes a stay in Germany essential. Applicants should have ABD status by the time of application, but no more than four years before applying.

Application Information:

For more information, click here or contact Jessica Smith in Graduate Student Affairs. Deadline: May 15, 2013

University of Chicago Fuerstenberg Fellowships

The Edith Fuerstenberg, Naomi Fuerstenberg, and Simon Fuerstenberg Fellowships are awarded to University of Chicago students in all fields of study who also have pursued, are pursuing, or have expressed an intention to pursue Jewish theological seminary training. The fellowship may also be awarded to students with financial need. While students in all fields are encouraged to apply, priority will be given to those pursuing Jewish Studies, broadly defined. Three fellowships—of $12,500 each—will be made annually to defray research and living expenses during the award period (July 1-June 30).

Eligibility:

• Must be pursuing a full-time degree at the University of Chicago in one of the graduate academic divisions (Biological Sciences, Humanities, Physical Sciences, Social Sciences), professional schools (Booth, Divinity School, Harris School, Law, Pritzker, Social Services Administration), or the College. 
• Students of any citizenship may apply.
• Students who have previously received a Fuerstenberg Fellowship may re-apply in subsequent competitions but renewed funding is not guaranteed.n* Note: Current and/or previous recipients should mention in their application how Fuerstenberg funds have contributed to progress toward project.

Please contact Jessica Smith (Administration, Room 222) with questions.

Application Information:

By Wednesday, April 17, 2013 applicants must submit the following materials to Jessica Smith, Assistant Director of Graduate Student Affairs via mail (5801 S. Ellis Ave., Room 222; Chicago, IL  60637) or e-mail (jessicasmith@uchicago.edu):

• Fuerstenberg Fellowship Application and Financial Summary Form, available here (PDF version).
• One-page statement (500 words or less) that describes applicant’s research interests and how the Fuerstenberg Fellowship will assist in reaching academic goals;
• Official University of Chicago transcript listing courses and grades. Note: student can request e-transcript be sent to Jessica Smith at jessicasmith@uchicago.edu. 
• Two letters of recommendation, one of which must be from the applicant’s adviser. Note: faculty can e-mail letters to Jessica Smith at jessicasmith@uchicago.edu.

Wenner-Gren Dissertation Fieldwork Grants

Dissertation Fieldwork Grants are awarded to aid doctoral or thesis research. The program contributes to the Foundation's overall mission to support basic research in anthropology and to ensure that the discipline continues to be a source of vibrant and significant work that furthers our understanding of humanity's cultural and biological origins, development, and variation. The Foundation supports research that demonstrates a clear link to anthropological theory and debates, and promises to make a solid contribution to advancing these ideas. There is no preference for any methodology, research location, or subfield. The Foundation particularly welcomes proposals that employ a comparative perspective, can generate innovative approaches or ideas, and/or integrate two or more subfields.

Applicants applying for a Dissertation Fieldwork Grant may also choose to be considered simultaneously for the Osmundsen Initiative.

Please note that the maximum amount of the Dissertation Fieldwork Grant has been changed. Dissertation Fieldwork Grants provide a maximum of US $20,000 and the Osmundsen Initiative supplement provides up to an additional $5,000 for a maximum grant of US $25,000. Grants are non-renewable.

Students must be enrolled in a doctoral program (or equivalent, if applying from outside the United States) at the time of application. Students of all nationalities are eligible to apply.  There is no time limit on the duration of the grant, and funding may be requested to cover distinct research phases (for example, two summers) if this is part of the research design.

Application Information:

Application deadlines are May 1 and November 1. Final decisions are made six months later. Applicants must submit application materials using the Foundation's online application submission procedure as well as send printed copies to the Foundation by regular mail. For application details, please visit the website.

ORCSA Student Peer Advisor (Spring 2013)

Summary: Reporting to the Campus Activities Advisor - Support the vision and mission of the Office of the Reynolds Club and Student Activities (ORCSA). Provide an additional service to RSO’s by advising groups in event planning, marketing, financial management, etc. Responsible for holding workshops for RSOs throughout the quarter. Assist the Campus Activities Coordinator in developing, marketing, executing and evaluating the new peer advisors service.   

The position pays $10/ hour with a 3^rd week start date.  

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

*       Marketing of peer advisors service: designing fliers, digital marketing, posting of marketing materials and managing the Twitter and FB accounts.

*       Planning, coordinating, and implementing workshops during 6^th and 7^th week.

*       Attend Weekly meetings with other peer advisors and Campus Activities Coordinator.

*       Hold weekly hours in the activities center for walk in appointments (~10 hours)

*       Administrative duties as assigned.
         
Required Qualifications:  Strong knowledge and experience in running or being an active member of an RSO. Must be an undergraduate or graduate student. An interest in student affairs and student life preferred. The ability to work independently and carry out assignments and projects without detailed instructions required; excellent verbal and written communication skills and computer skills required; proficiency knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and the Internet required; knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Adobe PageMaker, and other graphic design applications preferred; willingness and ability to work some evenings and weekends required. A cover letter and resume are required to be considered for this position.

Application Information:

Please email materials to Katie Przybysz ASAP: kprzybysz@uchicago.edu.

National Association of Black Social Workers Scholarships

The National Association of Social Workers- Chicago Chapter will award the following scholarships to qualified candidates:

Karim Childs Book Stipend for community college students-$250
 
This award is given annually to assist with the purchase of college textbooks. Mr. Childs was the director of the Hull House Association’s Parkway Community House from 1969 until his transition in 1988. He served as the President of the National Association of Social Workers- Chicago Chapter for seven years.

C. Vincent Bakeman tuition scholarship for undergraduate students-$1000
 
This award is sponsored by the Human Resources Development Institute, Inc. (HRDI) in memoriam of Dr. C. Vincent Bakeman, past Chief Executive Officer and President of HRDI. HRDI is one of Chicago’s largest and most influential nonprofit organizations that serve substance abusers and the mentally ill in Chicago.

CABSW Institute Scholarship for graduate students-$1000
 
This scholarship is awarded each year to a student pursuing a degree in the field of social work. The award is provided by the National Association of Social Workers- Chicago Chapter and is made possible through donations and proceeds from the organization’s annual educational and leadership symposium.

Dr. Paula Allen-Meares Scholarship for Doctoral students-$1000
 
Initiated in 2010, this scholarship is named for the first African-American female to serve as the Chancellor of the University of Illinois at Chicago. This scholarship is made possible by the collaborative efforts of several organizations and is awarded to a doctoral student with scholarly accomplishments and a dedication to social work research. 

Application Information:
 
Please visit the NABSW site for the application. For consideration, applications and all required materials must be postmarked by April 30, 2013. Applications postmarked after April 30, 2013 will not be reviewed

Dream Summer Internship

Dream Summer is the first national internship program for immigrant rights leaders. The project was launched in 2011 by the Dream Resource Center at the UCLA Labor Center to promote leadership development for immigrant rights leaders, strengthen the commitment within organizations to advance the rights of immigrants, build a multi-generational social- justice movement, encourage inter- sectional organizing and provide resources for participants to fund their educational goals. We  invite all talented immigrant rights leaders to apply to Dream Summer 2013! 

Application Information:

The deadline to apply is April 15th. For the application, please visit the Dream Resource Center website.

Institute of Politics Student Advisory Council 2013-2014

Applications now being accepted for the 2013-2014 Institute of Politics Student Advisory Council. Undergraduate and graduate students are encouraged to apply. The goal of the Student Advisory Council is to provide input on the Institute of Politics’ programs, events, and processes and to play a leading role in the execution of such programs in conjunction with Institute of Politics staff members. Student Advisory Council members will have several important roles, which will include both assisting with Institute programming and devising new events and programs that they would then plan and execute as a Council. The Student Advisory Council will serve throughout the 2013-2014 academic year, with some minimal responsibilities this spring 2013 and over the summer of 2013. Students studying abroad during the spring of 2013 are eligible to apply, and students studying abroad NO MORE than one quarter during the 2013-2014 year are also eligible to apply.

Structure: The Student Advisory Council will consist of 15 members, at least 50 percent of whom will be undergraduates and at least 25 perent of whom will be graduate students. All members are required to attend a minimum of two weekly meetings throughout the year—one with the whole Council and one with their specific Committee. The time commitment for serving on this Council will be approximately six to ten hours per week. The Council will report to Dillan Siegler, Senior Associate Director for Internships and Student Civic Engagement at the Institute of Politics. Please contact her at dsiegler@uchicago.edu with questions.

Application Information:

Please submit a resume and cover letter on Chicago Career Connection (see Job ID # 30484) and complete this Google form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1IsMAq2xlWjLDis9Re-C3RSZr5tAPrBzBY4XeSG0Pb1s/viewform) by Monday, March 15, at 6:00 p.m.

Graduate Instructorship in the Human Rights Program

The Human Rights Program is calling for applications by advanced graduate students to teach one undergraduate Human Rights course of their own design. The course should deal with human rights from a disciplinary, thematic, or regional perspective. For an overview of Human Rights courses taught in the past several years, see: http://humanrights.uchicago.edu/curriculum.shtml

The course can be taught in any of the three quarters of the 2013-14 academic year.

We invite applications from all interested Ph.D. students in the Humanities and Social Sciences Divisions. Successful applicants in the past have come from the Departments of Philosophy, History, Anthropology, Political Science, Sociology, and the Divinity School. A committee of faculty from the Human Rights Program Faculty Board will select the winners. Graduate lecturers will receive $5,000 for the individual undergraduate course they will teach in the College. This fellowship is for one quarter only. Only University of Chicago advanced doctoral students are eligible to apply. Three Human Rights Graduate Lectureships will be awarded.

For questions, please contact Sarah Patton Moberg, Program Manager, spmoberg@uchicago.edu, 773-834-0957.

 

Application Information:

 Applications consist of the following:

1. the application form (attached) including full contact information;
2. your current CV, including names of your dissertation committee members;
3. a course title, a course description including student learning goals (skills and knowledge), a draft (or outline) syllabus which includes major assignments with grade % indicated, and a partial or complete reading list. (See the following course design tutorials for help in describing student learning goals and course construction.) Carleton College’s Cutting Edge Course Design Tutorial and Brown University’s “Constructing a Syllabus” handbook.
4. one letter of recommendation from a faculty member familiar with your scholarly work or experience as a TA or instructor.
5. Submit all materials online by 5 p.m. on Monday, April 8, 2013 to: spmoberg@uchicago.edu - with "Graduate Lectureship Competition 2013-2014" in the subject line. Reference letters, addressed to the Graduate Lectureship Selection Committee, should be emailed separately by the sender to spmoberg@uchicago.edu

Successful applicants will be notified in late April.

Teaching Assistantship for Introduction to Latin American Civilizations

Each academic year the Center for Latin American Studies appoints advanced graduate student Teaching Assistants for the Introduction to Latin American Civilizations course sequence through an internal competition.

With funding from the Collegiate Social Sciences Division, the Center for Latin American Studies typically offers Teaching Assistantships for the three-quarter sequence Introduction to Latin American Civilization. Advanced graduate students who specialize in Latin America, regardless of academic discipline, are encouraged to apply.

Teaching Assistants complete all reading assignments, attend class lectures, lead Friday discussion sections, hold office hours for students, meet regularly to discuss course material and teaching strategies, and design and grade class assignments and exams. Please note: Each quarter, one of the Friday discussion sections is conducted in Spanish and one is conducted in Portuguese as part of the college’s Languages Across Chicago initiative. Spanish-proficient and Portuguese-proficient candidates are encouraged to apply to lead these sections!

Teaching Assistants receive a salary of $3,000 from the College for this position.

Typically, the autumn quarter of Latin American Civilization examines the major pre-Columbian civilizations, the Iberian conquest and the foundations of colonial society. The winter quarter explores late colonial history, with particular emphasis on recentralization efforts and the independence movements, as well as the difficulties associated with political and economic development. The spring quarter examines themes central to understanding modern Latin America, including revolutionary movements, U.S.-Latin American relations, and economic and cultural transformations.

All inquiries should be directed to Jamie Gentry at the Center for Latin American Studies, Kelly Hall 109, at 773-702-8420 or to jagentry@uchicago.edu

Application Information:

 

Application deadline: April 26, 2013. The application can be found on the Center for Latin American Studies webpage at: https://clas.uchicago.edu/page/intro-civilizations-tas.  This year, applications will be submitted online: https://clas.uchicago.edu/content/2013-14-latin-american-civ-ta-applications#

Graduate Student Preceptor Position for BA Colloquium in Latin American Studies

The Center for Latin American Studies seeks an advanced graduate student Preceptor to lead the BA Colloquium in Latin American Studies, a required course for Latin American Studies majors. The Colloquium meets 15 times throughout the academic year (1½-hour sessions every other week) to bring together the diverse cohort of senior undergraduate majors to enhance academic, peer, and career-development support. The Preceptor teaches the Colloquium in close collaboration with the Latin American Studies Faculty Advisor and meets with each student for a minimum of 3 office hours/quarter to provide individual support in the process of writing the BA paper. This position requires a full academic year commitment.

Primary Responsibilities include:

• Provide preliminary guidance in identifying workable BA Paper topics 
• Coach students in the strategies of approaching a major research project 
• Guide students as they acquire the techniques of effective research writing 

The successful candidate will be an advanced graduate student in the Social Sciences or Humanities with the ability to advise undergraduate students with diverse disciplinary interests, including History, Anthropology, Economics, Biological Sciences, Public Policy, and the Humanities. Advanced graduate students in the Divinity School with a historical concentration are also encouraged to apply. The Graduate Preceptor will receive a salary of $7,500 from the College for Academic Year 2013-14.  This position is contingent on funding at the expected levels.


Application Information: 

Please find and submit the application online at: http://clas.uchicago.edu/grants/ba_preceptorship.shtml

UCLA Call for Papers: "Insisting on Modernity: Visions and Revisions in the Luso-Hispanic World"

UCLA is seeking abstract submissions for its 10th Annual Graduate Student Conference on April 18-19, 2013. This year's topic is "Insisting on Modernity: Visions and Revisions in the Luso-Hispanic World."

Submission Information:

The deadline to submit abstracts is February 20, 2013. For more information, please visit the conference website.

Mickey Leland Energy Fellowship

The Mickey Leland Energy Fellowship (MLEF), sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Fossil Energy, is a 10-week summer internship program that provides opportunities to students who are pursuing degrees in science, technology (IT), engineering, or mathematics (STEM majors). The goal of the program is to improve opportunities for minority and female students in these fields, but all eligible candidates are encouraged to apply. Candidates who are selected will have the opportunity to work on focused research projects consistent with the mission of the Office of Fossil Energy.

During the 10 weeks, students will work at one of several locations. At the conclusion of the internship, students will attend a "Technical Forum" where they will present their research project and tour several technical sites located nearby (the location of the technical forum changes every year). 
Candidates will receive a paid stipend during the program, in addition to approved transportation expenses to and from the internship site and technical forum location. The MLEF program allows students to gain valuable experience in DOE/FE mission-related research programs, and offers an "inside view" of federal employment which encourages students to consider future opportunities within the Department of Energy.

For information on eligibility and more, visit the website.

Application Information:

Applications are accepted from November 16, 2012 through January 18, 2013.

Summer 2013 White House Internship Program

The application period for the White House Internship Program is now open. The application deadline for the Summer 2013 program is January 27, 2013. All application materials, including recommendations, must be submitted on or before the application deadline.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens, 18 years of age on or before the first day of the internship, and meet at least one of the following criteria:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at a college, community college, or university (two-to-four year institution)
• Graduated from an undergraduate or graduate program at a college, community college, or university (two-to-four year institution) no more than two years before the first day of the internship
• A veteran of the United States Armed Forces who possesses a high school diploma or its equivalent and has served on active duty, for any length of time, in the two years preceding the first day of the internship

All White House Interns are expected to intern full-time for the entire term of the program.

• The White House Internship Program is an unpaid program
• Interns will be expected to work from approximately 9:00 AM-6:00 PM, Monday-Friday
• Hours may vary by office
• Please see Internship Timeline and FAQs for questions regarding the definition of "full-time.

For more information visit the application website.
 
Application Information: 

The application deadline for the Summer 2013 program is January 27, 2013. A completed packet includes:

• Two Essays: Each answer should be between 300-500 words in length
• Current Resume: Your resume should not exceed one page
• Two Letters of Recommendation

Dissertation Proposal Development Fellowship

The Dissertation Proposal Development Fellowship (DPDF) program supports mid-stage graduate students in formulating effective doctoral dissertation research proposals that contribute to the development of interdisciplinary fields of study in the humanities and social sciences. Intended to help emerging scholars make the transition from learners to producers of knowledge within innovative areas of inquiry, the fellowship creates a space for multidisciplinary faculty mentorship and opens unique opportunities for both interdisciplinary and international network building

The fellowship cycle includes spring and fall workshops designed and led by pairs of senior tenured faculty, which provide a framework for pre-dissertation research and guide proposal writing within the context of selected research fields. In the summer months, student fellows carry out exploratory field research on their topics to evaluate issues of feasibility and methods of investigation. Now in its seventh year, the program annually offers training in five fields to sixty graduate students.

The DPDF Program offers two competitions for each fellowship cycle:

• The Faculty Field Competition, held each fall to select research fields and faculty research directors who will lead the trainings during the fellowship year; and
• The Student Fellowship Competition, held each winter to select students who will participate in the training program. 
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The 2013 Research Fields are as follows: Critical Approaches to Human Rights,Global Commodity Studies, Mobility, Empowerment and Precarity in African Migration (International Field), Postcolonial Identities and Decolonial Struggles: Creolization and Colored Cosmopolitanism (International Field), and Public Finance and Society: The New Historical Fiscal Sociology.

Application Information:

To apply, please visit the DPDF website. 

Job Opportunity: College Admissions Tour Guides

The Office of College Admissions is currently seeking applications for new tour guides/office assistants, known formally as Student Visit Coordinators (SVCs), for school-year employment. We are seeking to hire engaged, committed students who are enthusiastic about representing the University of Chicago. These positions have become considerably competitive over the past few years, and we hope to enlist your partnership in passing along this information to any students or listhosts that you think would be especially appropriate. For a complete job description and information on how to apply, see our posting on Marketplace.  The application form referred to in the posting is available here for students to cut and paste into an independent document. I have also attached the necessary documents to this email.

Students interested in these positions can expect to begin working during the Spring Quarter. Hiring for Summer SVC Positions and Senior Interviewers will be announced later in Winter Quarter.

Application Information:

Completed applications are due via email to psachiring@lists.uchicago.edu no later than 5:00pm on Wednesday, January 9, 2013. Questions should be directed to Hannah Fenlon at hfenlon@uchicago.edu.

Human Rights Program Faculty Grants

The Human Rights Program wishes to announce the availability of grants to faculty for the development of new courses (or the substantial redesign of existing courses) to be cross-listed in the Human Rights Program for 2013-14.  The grants (at $2,600 each) are made possible by the generosity of Richard and Ann Pozen.

Grants may be used for course development work over the summer and may be spent on materials, employment of a research assistant, travel, or other justifiable expenditures in line with University rules. Courses may be developed for College students, graduate or professional students. We are particularly interested in courses for College students, but encourage submissions by faculty from all departments and the professional schools.   

"What is a Human Rights course?" you may ask.  A Human Rights course is not simply any course on any topic related to human beings or human suffering.  Nor are Human Rights courses restricted to courses which include direct references to international human rights treaties and norms.  Last year’s course development grants were awarded to faculty from Comparative Literature, History, Human Development, Medicine, Philosophy, Social Services Administration, and Sociology.  We encourage you to be creative.  For inspiration, we encourage you to look at current and past Human Rights courses at: http://humanrights.uchicago.edu/curriculum.shtml 

Application Information:

Course proposals, including a short description of the course aims, goals, and content, should be submitted by February 1, 2013, to Susan Gzesh (sgzesh@uchicago.edu) with a copy to Sarah Moberg (spmoberg@uchicago.edu).

Call for Papers: 15th Annual Chicago Ethnography Conference

The Department of Sociology at the University of Chicago is proud to host the 15th Annual Chicago Ethnography Conference. This is an annual graduate student conference hosted by one of several Chicago-area Sociology departments, including DePaul University, Illinois Institute of Technology, Loyola University, Northern Illinois University, Northwestern University, University of Notre Dame, the University of Chicago, and University of Illinois at Chicago. It provides a venue through which graduate students can share their ethnographic scholarship with one another and get feedback from faculty based in the Chicago area.

This year's conference will be held at International House on the University of Chicago campus on Saturday, March 2, 2013. Students in all academic disciplines are invited to present their original ethnographic research. We take a broad view of ethnographic research. Papers can be based on a variety of ethnographic methods, including but not limited to: field observation, in-depth interviews, focus group interviews, autoethnography, visual ethnography, and other forms of qualitative research. Papers in all substantive areas are welcome. In the past, presentation topics have included culture, class, crime, education, ethnicity, gender, family, globalization, health and illness, immigration, medicine, methodology, performance ethnography, race, religion, sexualities, social movements, technology, urban poverty, and work and employment. The theme of this year's conference is Culture and Subcultures. In addition to the above noted topics, graduate students are encouraged to submit papers that examine the processes, implications, and identities involved with the production and reproduction of culture and subcultures across social space and settings.

The two plenary speakers will be David Grazian and Jeffrey Kidder.

Visit the conference website at http://chicagoethnography2013.wordpress.com/ for additional information and updates about the 15th Annual Chicago Ethnography Conference. 

Submission Guidelines:

To submit papers, please complete the online submission form available on the conference website at http://chicagoethnography2013.wordpress.com/. The online submission form asks for an extended abstract with a minimum of 500 words. It will also ask for keywords.

The deadline for submissions is Monday, January 21, 2013. All presenters will be notified of acceptance by Thursday, January 31, 2013. Participants will be asked to submit their full papers to the conference committee by Monday, February 18th.