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PUBLIC POLICY GRAD PROGRAM WEEKLY NEWSLETTER
Winter Term Week 6: February 13 – February 19, 2017
Announcements
Nothing for this week
Dissertation/Thesis Defense
Nothing scheduled for the week
MPP Student and Faculty in the News
An article on the Women’s March. Prof. Alison Johnston co-author https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/monkey-cage/wp/2017/02/07/the-womens-march-organizers-want-a-general-strike-against-trump-could-it-work/?utm_term=.3074084bf1ef
Funding, Research and Job Opportunities
For all those folks looking for jobs, there are some great ones on the State of Oregon website right now, including: Senior Climate Policy Analyst for Oregon Department of Energy & Senior Legislative Analyst for Oregon Department of Environmental Quality...
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/oregon/jobs/1650635/operations-and-policy-analyst-4-senior-climate-policy-analyst?keywords=policy&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Public and Nonprofit Job Search Sites
Oregon state jobs: http://www.oregon.gov/jobs/Pages/index.aspx
Oregon City jobs: http://www.orcities.org/JobOpenings/tabid/816/Default.aspx
Portland jobs: https://pdxmindshare.com
Washington state jobs: http://careers.wa.gov
Idealist.org: http://www.idealist.org
International jobs: http://www.devnetjobs.org
Nonprofit jobs: http://greatnonprofits.org
U.S. federal government jobs: https://www.usajobs.gov
Public service careers: http://publicservicecareers.org
We have some exciting Internships available. Contact one of the recruiters if you have
internship questions. Internship Openings:
EDUC17-0204 Human Resources Intern, closes 3/5/17
EDUC17-0203 Visual Communications Intern, closes 3/5/17
EDUC17-0106i Government and Legal Affairs Intern, open until filled
EDUC16-1104 Teaching and Learning Intern, closes 2/19/17
CURRENT JOB OPENINGS:
EDUC16-1005a Compliance Specialist 2 (Child Care Licensing), closes 2/13/17
The Oregon School for the Deaf has the following positions open:
EDUC16-1013 Licensed Practical Nurse, Open until filled
EDUC16-0613 Teacher: Special Schools, Open until filled
You can find additional information on our jobs, including application instructions, by clicking here. Search under
"Agency."
The State of Oregon offers an excellent benefit package. You can view a brief description of the benefits at State
of Oregon Employment Benefits.
The Department of Education is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to a diverse
workforce.
Did you know that you can receive an e-mail notification for positions you are interested in? All you need to do
is create a Job Interest Card. Select "Education" to receive our notices on our job openings. You can also select
any job categories you are interested in. When a position is posted for the categories you selected the system
will send an e-mail to the address you provided.
Questions? Contact Cassie Graham, Jimmie Phillips, or Kyle Weraky.
Courses of Interest
Students, have you considered participating in an inexpensive faculty led study abroad class to Canada
(Victoria/ Vancouver)? CHECK OUT THE ATTACHED BROCHURE Canada is an international
destination that provides a unique cultural, social, economic and political experience for OSU students.
This study abroad class begins in the spring of 2017 by studying Canada (though film, guest lectures,
and readings). E-campus students can participate in the spring class virtually via (ADOBE connect).
During the zero week of summer term, the group will travel together to Canada in order to spend ten
days exploring the themes and topics discussed during the spring term. Students from all majors are
invited to take this class.
Fun Facts:
Canada is the United States number ONE trading partner (not China).
Canada is the World's Most Educated Country: over half its residents have college degrees.
The Canada/USA border is the longest international border in the world. It lacks military defense.
Canada produces some of Hollywood's biggest and hottest stars.
Canada is a bilingual country speaking both English and French
Canada is a safe international study abroad location.
For approximately $4500 graduate students can participate in a 10 day faculty led study abroad
experience to Victoria and Vancouver Canada. This price includes 6 academic credits, all
accommodation, food, transportation and admissions to museums, art galleries, and attractions related to
the course. The group will leave the United States on June 19th and return on June 29th.
Please take a look at the attached flyer for more information about the opportunity in the summer of
2017 to study in Canada. Feel free to pass along the information to your friends and contact me if you
have any questions about your eligibility to participate in this unique study abroad opportunity.
Visit the web site for the class to view last year’s class activities.
http://oregonstate.edu/instruct/soc204/plazad/Canada2016/canada2016.html
As a Canadian citizen, I feel especially proud to take OSU students back to the country I grew up. This
will be the 3rd year that we will go up to Canada.
Cheers
Dr Plaza
541-737-5369
PSU’s International Field Experience Course
The link is now open www.pdx.edu/cps/icdr-field-experience and we have the course details
set for the most part, as summarized here:
Course title:
· “PA410/510, ECON410/510 – Learn from Japan’s Earthquake and Tsunami Crisis”
Key dates:
· Two mandatory pre-trip sessions on Sat. 4/22 and Sat. 5/27 (3 hours each),
· Japan trip: Arrive in Sendai on 6/18 and return to Portland on 6/25.
Trip components:
· Lecture/workshop at Tohoku University, Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture
· Site visit led by Tohoku University, Iwaki City, Fukushima
· Field study in Rikuzentakata City, Miyagi
· Site visit (meet local NGO and community members) in Ishinomaki City, Iwate
Easy registration process:
· Online application
· For non-students, a “quick-entry” form is required. See website for details
Course fees:
· Approximately $5,200
· Includes tuition, program fees, lodging, airfare, and other personal expenses
· Airfare must be arranged by the individual
School of Public Policy
Canada Study
Abroad
2017
British Columbia
College of Liberal Arts
School of Public Policy
Prof. Dwaine Plaza
Instr. Lauren Plaza
302 Fairbanks Hall
Corvallis, OR 97331
Tel:541-737-5369
email: [email protected]
email: [email protected]
Canada Eh?
Students from all academic
disciplines are eligible to join this
exciting study abroad trip to Canada. The
interdisciplinary interests of the
students will influence the activities that
the course directors arrange for the 2017
class.
Ecampus, INTO, and Oregon students
registered at other universities are
eligible to participate in this study
abroad class.
Application Deadline: March 15, 2017
Application Web site: http://
international.oregonstate.edu/osugo
2016 Class Website: http://
oregonstate.edu/instruct/soc204/
plazad/Canada2016/canada2016.html
Program Administrator: School of Public
Policy
Location: Canada-Victoria and
Vancouver, British Columbia
Dates: June 19-29 2017
Requirements: Pre-requisite SOC & PS
499/599 Canadian Economy, Society,
Politics and Culture through Film (offered
Spring 2017) Students not based at OSU
can participate virtually using ADOBE
connect. 4 Credits
"I learned many things about Ca-
nadian society and culture on this
trip that I am thinking about mov-
ing there in the future." Scott, Class
"I would do this trip again next
year if I could-- there were so
many unique things I learned about
Canada and its culture, history and
politics." Eric, Class of 2016
Victoria and Vancouver, BC
This short faculty led study abroad course offers
Oregon State University students a practical
interdisciplinary opportunity to study Canadian
history, social, political, economic, and cultural
values. The highlight of this intensive study abroad
class will be living in Canada for eleven days and
being able to observe, listen, and talk to Canadians
about their life. Students will be exposed to an
active daily program of study, which will include
lectures from Canadian scholars, visits to
government and non-government organizations,
visits to art galleries, museums, and other sites of
historical and cultural interest. By the end of this
class, students will gain a comparative, critical
perspective on the United States culture, politics,
society and economy.
Cost Estimate: $2300 USD *Financial Aid may be used to cover some of this cost. Price Includes: All meals, lodging, transportation, admission to galleries and museums, and 6 credits in Sociology or
Seaspan Harbor tour, Vancouver 2016
Highlights For the 2017 Class
Victoria Parliament Building tour and lecture
China Town Historical tour Victoria/Vancouver
Capilano Suspension Bridge
Emily Carr House Museum
The Royal British Columbia Museum
Musqueam Aboriginal Cultural Center
Museum of Anthropology, UBC
Vancouver Police Museum
Seaspan Harbor tour
QMunity-LGBTQ Issues in Vancouver
Yuk Yuks Comedy Show
Street Home Foundation
Abbotsford Prison Tour
Ross Street Sikh Temple
Canadian Football League Game
CFB Esquimait Naval and Military Museum
Visiting Victoria and
Vancouver
Vancouver is on the south west coast of
British Columbia, Canada's most westerly
province and it is the eight largest among
Canadian cities. Rich in culture, with a
distinct character and ethnic mix, Vancouver
is also a leading force in Canada’s economy.
Victoria is the capital of British Columbia and
is a unique blend of old world charm and new
world experiences boasting many historic
buildings and museums.
Study abroad to Vancouver and Victoria
offers students an inexpensive opportunity to
internationalize their degree in a safe and
culturally diverse society.
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