Summer schools and universities
This year’s Hessen International Summer Universities (ISU) Program will take place from June to August. ISUs are a joint project of the universities and universities of applied sciences of the state of Hessen (Germany) and supported by the Hessen State Ministry of Higher Education, Research, and the Arts.Due to the continuous success of the past six years, and in order to meet participants’ demands, we decided to extend our program. Therefore, ISUs will take place at the universities of Frankfurt, Fulda, Giessen, Kassel, and Marburg offering study programs in English and German with selected topics from fields ranging from Business, Economics or Law to Engineering, Life Sciences or Media and Culture.All classes will be taught by highly qualified German and international experts from the respective fields.Aside from the four-week study program in English and German, participants can start learning the German language or refresh their German by participating in intensive language courses. Furthermore, exciting study trips, excursions, and social events are an important part of the ISU programs.Upon successful completion of the study program and language courses, participants can earn ECTS credits.**Qualified students can apply for scholarships before March 31, 2005.**Please feel free to contact the ISU coordinator, Mr. Alex Mokry (alex.mokry@web.de) for further information or visit the ISU Website, which will provide information about the different programs: http://www.isu-hessen.de
American Institute on Political and Economic Systems
The Fund for American Studies in Partnership with Georgetown
University & Charles University
July 7 - July 29, 2005
Experience Prague this summer in a unique educational environment with
125 students from more than 25 countries in Central and Eastern
Europe, and the United States. The American Institute on Political and
Economic Systems (AIPES) is an academic program designed to explore
the political, economic and cultural issues of the world as it grows
under democratic principles. AIPES embodies diversity and culture as
its cornerstone to educating future leaders. Students gather to study
the basic foundations of a free society, and are encouraged to apply
these concepts to the transitions already taking place in their home
countries. Students from a wide range of nationalities, religions and
ethnicities have a chance to interact, learn and share their
experiences in ways that can benefit their educational and
professional development. For three weeks, students will attend
classes, participate in a parliamentary simulation, listen to
prominent speakers, and attend special events designed to engage them
in an educational, cultural and social exchange. This combination of
activities leads to life-long friendships and a unique exchange of
ideas that cannot be gained elsewhere.
ADMISSIONS: Approximately 120 students will be admitted to the
Institute. 80 percent of the student body will be from Central and
Eastern Europe. Western European students are also welcomed to apply.
Students must be currently enrolled in a college or university. The
Institute admits both graduate and undergraduate level students. To be
considered for admission, one must submit the Online Application Form
( https://app.applyyourself.com/?id=tfas ) and the remaining application
requirements listed below via our online application system.
Apply yourself, mail or by fax before the application deadlines. All
faxes must have a cover page with the student's name listed on each
page. The Fund for American Studies is not responsible for incomplete
applications. Material received after the application deadline will
not be accepted. Do not send attachments by email. Application
materials that do not meet the requirements listed below will not be
accepted:
" Two letters of recommendation: Including at least one from a
professor who has taught you. Each letter must be one page only, typed
on letterhead and have the name, address, telephone number, email (if
available) and signature of the author. All recommendations are
subject to verification.
" An official transcript in English: From your home university
indicating the courses you have taken and the grades you received in
each course. The transcript must be stamped with an official seal. If
there is a translation with the transcript, it must include the seal
or signature of the official translator. Graduate students (Masters or
PhD degrees) must include their undergraduate transcripts.
" Resume or curriculum vitae: Typed, one-page document outlining work,
academic, and leadership experience. A resume or CV must be in an
outline format with at least the following headings: Education, Work
Experience, and Activities.
" A typed statement-of-purpose not to exceed 500 words stating your
reasons for applying to the Institute, and what you would like to gain
by attending.
" A typed essay not to exceed 500 words on the following topic:
Describe one economic or one political problem facing your country,
and how would you solve it as a leader. Use examples to support your
ideas.
" Proof of English proficiency: Non native speakers of English must
provide at least one of the following three items:
- TOEFL or IELTS Score (Please enclose a copy of the Examinee's Score
Record.)
- Official certificate of English proficiency
- Letter from an English professor stating your level of spoken and
written English, including that person's ability to verify your
English proficiency. This letter must include the name, address and
telephone number of the person writing the letter.
Email attachments of application materials will not be accepted.
EARLY DEADLINE: January 30, 2005
FINAL DEADLINE: March 15, 2005
PROGRAM COSTS: Program costs are $3,500 per student, however many
students attending will receive a significant scholarship. Generous
supporters of The Fund for American Studies provide various
scholarships to students. All students will be required to pay at
least $600 USD towards the total cost of the program. All program fees
will cover tuition, 2 meals/day, housing, reading materials and
special events. Students will have to provide their own travel costs,
lunches and other personal expenses. Students are encouraged to
explore funding opportunities available through non-government
organizations and government sources to assist in their payment of
fees and travel expenses.
www.tfasinternational.org/aipes/admissions/scholarships.asp
SUBMIT ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS TO:
American Institute on Political and Economic Systems
The Fund for American Studies
1706 New Hampshire Ave, NW
Washington, DC 20009 USA
Tel: 001-202-986-0384
Fax: 001-202-986-8930
Email: aipes@tfas.org
www.aipes.org
www.tfasinternational.org
Are you an international student or professional who would like to
come to the USA to study English as a Second Language (ESL)at the
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire?
ESL SUMMER PROGRAM
JUNE 4 - JULY 3 or
JULY 16 - AUGUST 14, 2005
PROGRAM COST: $2,750.00 USD per session
Program Highlights:
* 4 week summer program
* 20 hours of classroom time per week
* Cultural excursions and activities
* High quality instruction and innovative teaching methods
* Air conditioned, apartment style housing
* University campus environment
* Friendly and safe community atmosphere
* Academic and conversational English in a content based
curriculum
Students enrolled can expect to:
* Improve English listening, speaking, reading and writing
skills
* Gain an awareness of the United States and other cultures, and
make new friends
* Have access to all campus resources such as the library,
athletic facilities, computer labs, email and the Internet and tour
other universities within the UW-System
* Participate in special ESL excursions and activities
throughout the 4 week period including a trip to the Mall of America
If you have questions about this program or wish to apply, please
visit the university website: www.uwec.edu/ce/iep.htm
Additional questions: Contact Ms. Kelly Wonder, Program Coordinator,
at wonderka@uwec.edu
For general information about the universities:
* UW-Eau Claire http://www.uwec.edu
* UW-Stout http://www.uwstout.edu
* UW-River Falls http://www.uwrf.edu
Living the European Dream...
5th Annual Balkan Parliament, October 2005, American University in
Bulgaria
Balkan Parliament is an annual international conference held at
American University in Bulgaria. It gathers around 100 future
decision-makers from the Balkans, ex-USSR, and Western Europe - 40
international guests and around 60 AUBG students. The highlight of the
event is a five-day political simulation, supplemented by numerous
lectures, workshops, and social activities.
Our objective is to give the young people a real chance to test their
diplomatic and negotiating skills, while getting a good understanding
of complexity of international relations. Our special focus on the
problems of the Balkan region ensures that the Balkan region will get
a much better-trained generation of decision-makers that in the past.
The 5th Annual Balkan Parliament will take place during 12-17 October,
2005 at the American University in Bulgaria. It brings together
undergraduate and graduate students, interested in politics and
international affairs, giving them a unique chance to experience the
complex world of the Balkan and global politics first-hand!
The core of the event is the international politics simulation,
somewhat similar to a Model UN, but, arguably, much more dynamic.
Lectures, workshops, and panel discussions provide further
opportunities for participants to get in touch with prominent leaders,
both from Bulgaria and abroad. We also organize a special excursion to
Sofia - your chance to visit the Bulgarian Parliament and meet the
real parliamentarians there!
The participation fee of 90 Euro (~120 US) includes all accommodation,
food, a trip to Sofia, and all of the conference materials. We are
able to provide financial assistance in the form of fee reductions
and/or limited travel funding to qualified participants.
For details and online application please visit our web-site at:
http://bp.aubg.bg
or email us at: balkanparliament@aubg.bg
Application Deadline: July 15th
Selection Results: August 15th
"Human Security can no longer be understood in purely military terms.
Rather, it must encompass economic development, social justice,
environmental protection, democratization, disarmament, and respect
for human rights and the rule of law." (Kofi Annan, Towards a Culture
of Peace, 2001)
INTERNATIONAL SUMMER ACADEMY ON HUMAN RIGHTS AND HUMAN SECURITY
THE ROLE OF EDUCATION FOR A DEMOCRATIC CITIZENSHIP
18 - 28 JULY 2005
ETC
EUROPEAN TRAINING AND RESEARCH CENTRE FOR HUMAN RIGHTS AND DEMOCRACY
GRAZ | AUSTRIA
BACKGROUND The lack of opportunity to study the relationship between
Human Rights, Human Development and Human Security has inspired the
idea of the ETC International Summer Academy which in the last two
years turned out to be a very successful and sustainable event. The
ETC established the Summer Academy in the Human Rights City of Graz as
a way to enhance the realization of the Human Security agenda.
Awareness of the concept of Human Security, shared understanding of
its interdisciplinary and cross-cutting character and its potential
for international policy and decision-making is a precondition for the
effective promotion of Human Security locally and globally. One of the
ETC's contributions to this promotion is a direct offspring of the
Summer Academy and the enthusiasm of its participants: the scientific
online journal HUMAN SECURITY PERSPECTIVES launched in February 2004.
OBJECTIVES
§ To create a better understanding of the relevance of the
concept of Human Security
§ To present and discuss indicators defining the state of Human
Security
§ To explore the linkages between Human Rights, Human
Development and Human Security
§ To discuss the agenda of the HSN states to improve Human
Security
§ To learn about the role of international organizations and
non-state actors in the field of Human Security
§ To promote Human Security, Human Rights and Human Development
in a holistic way
§ To raise awareness about Human Rights Education as a tool for
Human Security
§ To provide the basis for capacity-building in Human Security
Network states and beyond and networking on governmental, NGO and
academic levels on Human Rights and Human Security.
TOPICS
§ The Concept of Human Security
§ Linking Human Rights, Human Security and Human Development
with Education
§ Which Education for a Democratic Citizenship?
§ Linking the Concepts of Human Rights Education, Citizenship
Education, Peace Education and Intercultural Education
§ Building Security through Education - the post-conflict
Challenge
§ Education, Democratization and Governance-building - Societies
in Transition
§ The Responsibility of Democracies - Education Programmes and
their Implementation under the Auspices of raising Racism,
Anti-Semitism
and Right Wing Radicalism
§ Assessment, Evaluation and Quality Assurance in Human Rights
Education and Citizenship Education
METHODOLOGY
The Summer Academy draws on the expertise of a selected group of
academics, international professionals and decision-makers from
various sectors, which guarantees a broad approach to the questions of
Human Security worldwide. The training is based on the ETC's Manual on
Human Rights Education, UNDERSTANDING HUMAN RIGHTS; to assure
sustainability and multiplier effects the training methods put
particular emphasis on an interactive approach. The Academy is
designed as a modular course and allows for the transfer of knowledge
as well as the acquisition of skills and the shaping of attitudes.
TARGET GROUP
The Summer Academy is designed for postgraduate students and
researchers, junior staff of ministries and collaborators of NGOs from
HSN members and from all over the world with a focus on South Eastern
Europe and developing countries.
APPLICATION
For details please consult the Summer Academy's homepage
http://www.summeracademy.etc-graz.at
The application deadline is: 25 April 2005
Contact person:
Barbara Schmiedl
Head of the Training Section
barbara.schmiedl@etc-graz.at
European Training and Research Centre
for Human Rights and Democracy
Schubertstrasse 29/I
A-8010 Graz
T +43 316 322 888-20
F +43 316 322 888-4
http://www.etc-graz.at
The Center for English as a Second Language (CESL) of the University
of Arizina is pleased to announce its Summer 2005 English Programs.
For details and printable documents, please check the CESL web page
for each program or email the CESL representatives at:
cesl@email.arizona.edu
8- and 4- week Intensive English Programs
http://cesl.arizona.edu/intensiveenglish.htm
4-week Teen English Program ages 13-17
http://cesl.arizona.edu/teen.htm
4-week Pre-Academic Orientation & Intensive English for students
admitted to US universities
http://www.cesl.arizona.edu/preacademic%20orientation.htm
CESL also offers TEFL Certificates for English teachers with programs
both in the home country and in Tucson. CESL can customize any
intensive English or Teacher Training program to fit individual or
groups needs. Please note the Teacher Training and Special Programs
web pages: http://www.cesl.arizona.edu/ourprograms.htm
CONTACT:
Helen Abdulaziz
Communication & Student Services
Center for English as a Second Language
University of Arizona - Arizona's First University
Tucson, Arizona
THE INSTITUTE OF POLITICAL STUDIES AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
(I.S.P.R.I.)
DEUTSCHER AKADEMISCHER AUSTAUSCHDIENST (DAAD)
The Institute of Political Studies and International Relations (IPSIR)
in collaboration with the Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst
(DAAD) is organizing the second edition of the international summer
school titled "Moldova/Europe: EU enlargement policy and regional
conflict resolution. The case of Transnistria." The summer school will
take place in Chisinau in the period September 4 - 18, 2005 and will
involve students from the Federal Republic of Germany and Moldavian
students from both sides of the Nistru River.
Moldovan students, both undergraduate and graduate, specialized in
Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Science, European
Studies and History are invited to participate on the basis of a
selection. The selection of the participants will be conducted by the
organizers and will be based on:
- good knowledge of English
- good academic performance
- essay in English on "Moldova/Europe: EU enlargement policy and
regional conflict resolution. The case of Transnistria." (A4 format,
max 2 pages)
- Curriculum Vitae in English
- availability to travel, communication skills and interest for
international environment
The deadline for the application for the Summer School is June 10,
2005 at 5 pm. The application package must contain the CV of the
participant, essay in English, proof of the knowledge of English
language and academic performance. The application package must be
sent by e-mail to ispri_md@yahoo.com or by post to 32, Gh. Casu str.,
MD 2009, IPSIR, office 19, Chisinau, Moldova. The selected students
will be announced by the end of June 2005.
The organizers of the Summer School will cover all the related
expenses, including full-board accommodation, tuition and travel. Upon
completion of the summer school the alumni will receive participation
certificates.
For additional information please contact:
Dumitru Vasilescu, DIC, Institute of Political Studies and
International Relations
32, Gh. Casu str., MD 2009, Chisinau, Moldova
office 19, tel.: +373 22 735927
fax: +373 22 731691
e-mail: ispri_md@yahoo.com
www.ispri.md
Scoala de Vara Romaneasca
Centrul National de Resurse pentru Lucratorii de Tineret
Centrul National de Resurse pentru Lucratorii de Tineret invita toti
tinerii doritori de a participa la Scoala de Vara Romaneasca organizat
in perioada 13 – 22 august 2005 la Drobeta Turnu Severin, judetul
Mehedinti
In cadrul programului Scolii de Vara vor fi urmatoarele ateliere de
creatie: cantec si dans; ornamentica; pictura pe sticla; arta
culinara; realizarea unui spectacol folcloric precum si un vast
programul turistic si cultural.
Se vor organiza excursii de documentare in localitati din
imprejurimile orasului Dr.Turnu Severin unde specialistii vor prezenta
o tematica bogata referitoare la geografia, istoria, religia si
cadrul etnografic de exceptie pastrat in aceasta zona a Romaniei.
Sunt planificate urmatoarele excursii:
• Croaziera pe Dunare – Defileul – Clisura Dunarii - Cazanele, Orsova
– Coasta de azur a Dunarii
• Spiritualitate, istorie si traditii: excursia include vizitarea
Muzeul Portile de Fier, Podul lui Traian, Ruinele Castrului Roman,
Cetatea medievala a Severinului, Muzeul de Arta, Manastirea Vodita,
Manastirea Sf.Ana,Catedrala Romana-Catolica
• Patrimoniul Natural - Turistic din Podisul Mehedinti: Complexul
Carstic Fabulos de la Ponoarele si Rezervatia Complexa Cheile si
PesteraTopolnita
• Baile Herculane – renumitele bai de pe timpul romanilor –oaza de
sanatate si relaxare: excursia include turul orasului, vizita la
Muzeul de Arta, Valea Cernei cu cele 7 izvoare ( Plaja si innot)
• O zi de sarbatoare intr-un sat romanesc
Conditii generale:
• Tineri cu virsta cuprinsa intre 14 – 29 ani
• Posibilitatea de a-si achita cheltuielile de transport
Chisinau-Bucuresti si Bucuresti –Chisinau
• Pasaport de strainatate
Doritorii de a participa sunt rugati pina la data de 21 iulie 2005,
ora 18.00 sa expedieze CV-ul pe adresa de email:
cnrltmoldova@yahoo.com
sau sa ne contacteze la: 0 22 27 97 39
Persoana de contact:
Ceban Natalia
The GW Summer Scholars program offers study programs for academically
motivated high school students. Whether debating the origins of the
Arab- Israeli conflict, exploring world cultures in socio-cultural
anthropology, or testing the effective use of biometrics for the
Department of Homeland Security, the program draws upon the
outstanding academic resources of The George Washington University and
the wealth of cultural and educational opportunities unique to
Washington, D.C., to provide an extraordinary, one of-a kind academic
experience. Credit and non-credit course options are available to
residential or commuting students.
10–day Minicourses encourage academic exploration and applied learning
through intensive, highly interactive seminars, guest lectures and
site visits. The program is open to students in grades 9 through 11.
6 Week Courses offer a unique opportunity for academically motivated
high school juniors to enroll in challenging undergraduate courses for
credit, while previewing an authentic college experience.
Residential and commuter options are available for both programs.
Experience the extraordinary intellectual and cultural opportunities
of Washington DC and study at one of the nation’s top ranked
universities . Experience GW! Discover DC!
Scholarships and Financial Aid : Limited need based assistance is
available to eligible students applying to the 6-week Precollege
Program only.
Requests for need based assistance must accompany the
application, and will be awarded based on the availability of funding
at the time the application arrives. The application deadline is April
15th. We advise an earlier application as funding may already be
exhausted. Applications may be downloaded from the web site or are
available upon request:
http://www.gwu.edu/summer/scholars/program_cost.htm
CONTACT:
Summer Scholars Program
The George Washington University
2100 Foxhall Road
NW Washington, DC 20007
www.gwu.edu/summer/scholars
scholars@gwu.edu
CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS
CHALLENGES OF DEMOCRACY IN THE NEIGHBOURING COUNTRIES OF LITHUANIA
Summer School for Doctoral Students in Social Sciences
Mykolas Romeris University, Vilnius, Lithuania August 20-27, 2006
The Summer School invites doctoral students in social sciences for an
intensive one-week summer course on challenges of democracy in
post-communist Eastern Europe. This course aims to provide a
comparative perspective on the evolution of democratic practices in
the region as well as a conceptual background into issues of democracy
and democratization.
Eligibility: Doctoral students in social sciences from Belarus,
Russia, Ukraine, Moldova, Georgia, Poland and Lithuania.
Language of instruction: English
Funding: The organizers will cover travel, living costs and
accommodation for the duration of the one-week course.
The application deadline is May 19, 2006.
Please send your CV and an application form to:
Assoc. Prof. Diana Janusauskiene
Department of Political Science
Mykolas Romeris University
Ateities g. 20, Vilnius LT-08303, Lithuania
E-mail: djanus@mruni.lt
THE INSTITUTE OF POLITICAL STUDIES AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS (IPSIR)
DEUTSCHER AKADEMISCHER AUSTAUSCHDIENST (DAAD)
The Institute of Political Studies and International Relations (IPSIR)
in collaboration with the Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst
(DAAD) is organizing the third edition of the international summer
school titled “European unification process: convergency and regional
conflict resolution. The case of Transnistria.” The summer school will
take place in Chisinau in the period September 4 - 17, 2006 and will
involve students from the Federal Republic of Germany and Moldavian
students from both sides of the Nistru River.
Moldovan students, both undergraduate and graduate, specialized in
Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Science, European
Studies and History are invited to participate on the basis of a
selection. The selection of the participants will be conducted by the
organizers and will be based on:
- good knowledge of English
- good academic performance
- essay in English on “European unification process: convergency and
regional conflict resolution. The case of Transnistria” (A4 format,
max 2 pages)
- Curriculum Vitae in English
- availability to travel, communication skills and interest for
international environment
The deadline for the application for the Summer School is June 5, 2006
at 5 pm. The application package must contain the CV of the
participant, essay in English, proof of the knowledge of English
language and academic performance. The application package must be
sent by e-mail to ispri_md@yahoo.com or by post to 32, Gh. Casu str.,
MD 2009, IPSIR, office 19, Chisinau, Moldova.
The selected students will be announced by the end of June 2006.
The organizers of the Summer School will cover all the related
expenses, including full-board accomodation, tuition and travel. Upon
completion of the summer school the alumni will receive participation
certificates.
For additional information please contact:
Dumitru Vasilescu, DIC, Institute of Political Studies and
International Relations
32, Gh. Casu str., MD 2009, Chisinau, Moldova
office 19, tel.: +373 22 735927
fax: +373 22 731691
e-mail: ispri_md@yahoo.com
www.ispri.md
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