TONIGHT: Language: A Global Advantage in International Health & Development Work

Language: A Global Advantage in International Health & Development Work

Monday | October 27, 2014 | 6-8 PM​

​Palmer Commons​ 4th floor, ​Forum Hall​ 

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​Local language proficiency is a tremendous advantage for anyone working in international health and development. Whether or not you have already reached proficiency, new learning tools are making it possible to build on what you have or even pick up a new language, even if regular classroom study is not an option. This panel brings together experienced health & development professionals, including UMSN Prof. Megan Eagle, to share how their ability to work in other languages has helped them collaborate with international colleagues, establish trust and communication with patients and research subjects, and gain a better understanding of the realities of working across cultures.

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Co-sponsored by the School of Public Health and School of Nursing.

International Opportunities Fair for Undergraduate, Graduate/Professional, and Post-Graduate Students

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​International Opportunities Fair​

Thursday, October 23, 2014 | 2-6 PM

Michigan Union, 2nd Floor Ballroom

Meet with representatives from over 70 organizations to learn about international opportunities for students of all levels (undergraduate, graduate/professional, post-graduate) and fields.

Internships

Volunteering
English Teaching 
Study Abroad
Graduate Degrees 
Global Careers

Use the Quick Reference Chart to research organizations beforehand and make the best use of your time at the Fair.

3 Events This Wednesday: International Opportunities in: Global Health | Engineering & Technology | Teaching & Volunteering

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Careers in Global Health

Wednesday, October 22, 2014 | 5-7 PM

Michigan Union, Anderson Room

​Representatives from a range of renowned global health sectors will share the paths they took to reach their current positions.  

Speakers include:

Dr. Patricia Abbott, UM School of Nursing

Shannon Prudhomme* FHI-360, a major NGO working globally

Robert Leone, USAID/Global Health Fellows Program

Frances Tain*, John Snow, Inc., a major NGO working globally

* = UM Alumni​

Co-sponsored by the School of Public Health and School of Nursing.

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Fireside Chat on Global Careers in Engineering & Technology

Wednesday, October 22, 2014 | 5-6:30 PM

Chrysler Lobby (North Campus)

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Come learn more about international careers and internships from employers and students with experience working abroad. This event will feature company representatives who will share their experience working internationally. 

Participating companies include:

ZF

Nissan

Ford 

IBM

Several current engineering students will speak about their international work experiences in Brazil, France, Germany, Ireland and Spain. Gain insight on how to find these opportunities and what it is really like to work abroad. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions and network in a casual environment.  Light refreshments will be served.  

Please RSVP here to attend.

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Co-sponsored by the Engineering Career Resource Center and International Programs in Engineering.​

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Teaching & Volunteering Abroad

Wednesday, October 22, 2014 | 7-8:30 PM

Michigan Union, Pond Room

Programs for teaching and volunteering abroad offer a vast range of opportunities in fields such as health, social work, natural resources and teaching English. Positions are available for undergraduate and graduate/professional students, as well as for those about to graduate. 

Find out about some well-established programs and follow up with their representatives (and others) at the International Opportunities Fair the following day.

2 Events This Week: International Internships in Engineering & Information

International Internships for Engineers Panel Presentation

Thursday | OCTOBER 16, 2014 | 5:30-7 PM

1670 Bob & Betty Beyster Bldg (North Campus)

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​Are you interested in an international internship in engineering? Come to this event co-sponsored by International Programs in Engineering (IPE) and the Engineering Career Resource Center (ECRC)! 
Advisors will discuss resources for securing an international internship. Representatives from international internship 
organizations like Cultural Vistas, IAESTE, AIESEC, and the LSA International Internship Office will discuss opportunities for 2015, and fellow engineering 
students will share their own overseas experiences interning abroad.​

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International Internships in Information

​Friday | OCTOBER 17, 2014 | 12:00-1:00 PM

Space 2435 North Quad (Central Campus)

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Hear from Information current students on their global careers and summer internships, including international development, librarianship, user experience design, and health informatics.  Learn about related international career opportunities, strategies for finding and securing internship and career options, and the required skills to be successful.  Come with questions!  This event is open to the UM community -- students from all Schools & Colleges are welcome!

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  Please bring your lunch!

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Panelists include:

• Sofia Dabrowski - Archives Intern at Westphalia-Lippe Archives (Münster, Germany)
• Elizabeth O’Brien - Archives Intern at Canterbury Cathedral (Canterbury, England)
• Jackie Wolf - User Experience Intern at Fundación Paraguaya (Asuncion, Paraguay)
• Alexandria (Lexy) deGraffenreid - Balme Library Digitization Project Intern at the University of Ghana Balme Library (Legon, Ghana)
• Jasmine Hentschel - Global Information Engagement Program Fellow - Digital Green (New Delhi, India​)

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Be sure to check out next week's ICP events and don't miss the International Opportunities Fair (Thurs. Oct. 23).

Featured Travel App: PackingPro

As much as we try to be super prepared before a trip, there always seems to be some last minute packing the night before a new adventure. And in that rush, it's almost inevitable that something will be forgotten as you try to recall that mental list you made while in class or at work. Luckily, there is a packing app that helps to take some of the preparation stress off travelers by allowing users to create packing lists and check items off as they are packed. 

Packing Pro not only helps you to check off items on your list, but allows you to view sample packing lists built for common trip types. You can also save lists from previous trips for future reference. 

This app is helpful for reminding you what not to forget, and also for organizing your trip before you go! 


                                  


Some features of the app include:

- Create unlimited, 100% user-customizable packing lists
- Build lists quickly & easily with multi-item selection- Multi-edit your lists (add, delete, rename or reorder any category or item)- Discover new ideas & suggestions from included sample lists- Use any list (sample or your own) as a template for future lists- Monitor a running tally of total items per category & how many of them are checked off- Sort items by type or item, or by hand yourself
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To ensure the smoothest packing for your next trip, get Packing Pro in the Apple iTunes App Store for $2.99. 


This post was written by an International Center peer adviser. It is in no way endorsed by the University of Michigan.