Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2009 - 6:00pm - 7:00 pm
Contact: Patrick Morris, pmorris@duke.edu
Sponsor: Sanford School of Public Policy
Where:

Sanford School of Public Policy, Sanford Building, Room 04

Why: 2010 Duke Program on Global Policy and Governance & Global Health Fellows 

WHAT:   INFORMATION SESSION about the 2010 Duke (Summer in Geneva) Program on Global Policy and Governance and Global Health Fellows Program.

 

WHO: Graduate and professional students seeking careers involving international affairs and global policy

WHERE:  Duke Sanford School of Public Policy,  Sanford Building, Room 04

WHEN:   Wednesday, September 16, 2009;  6pm to 7pm

WHY:    To learn more about these exceptional opportunities for experiential learning via intensive courses and summer internships in Geneva, an essential destination for students interested in global affairs.  You will have the opportunity to hear program coordinators and past program participants talk about the application process, program highlights, and tips for making the most out of the summer.

The Global Policy and Governance Program features the following four tracks:

1.      Global Health

2.      International Humanitarian Assistance

3.      Global Economic Governance and Trade

4.      Environment and Sustainable Development

               
Light refreshments will be served.  Please join us!

Additional information about the program can be found on our website:
www.pubpol.duke.edu/geneva

 

For questions, contact Patrick Morris, pmorris@duke.edu, 919-613-9214

Date: Friday, August 7, 2009 - 9:00am - 10:30 am
Contact: Seun Bello Olamosu (seun.olamosu@duke.edu)
Sponsor: International House
Where: Freeman Center, 1415 Faber St (corner of Campus Dr & Swift Ave,
http://maps.oit.duke.edu/building/66)
Why: The International House staff, current international spouses/partners,
and community resource representatives will be presenting information.
The International House staff will discuss the resources and services
available at Duke University. Current international spouses will share
their personal experiences and tips for adjusting to life in the US and
the local community. Local community representatives will discuss their
organizations and how they can make your Durham experience more rewarding.

Come learn about Cultural Bumps, ESL Study Opportunities, Duke Spouses
Group, Things to Do in Durham, Childcare Resources, Volunteer
Opportunities, Safety Tips, Health Care, Campus Resources and much more!

Children are welcome. Make a plan to come and tell your friends as well.
For further information or general questions please email Seun Bello
Olamosu at seun.olamosu@duke.edu or call 919-684-2512.

Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2009 - 7:00pm - 8:30 pm
Contact: rkm9@duke.edu
Sponsor: Duke Microfinance Leadership Initiative
Where:

Sanford Commons, Sanford Institute of Public Policy

Why: You're Invited!

Duke Microfinance Leadership Initiative (DMLI) Open House
Wednesday, April 15 at 7:00pm
Sanford Institute of Public Policy
FREE FOOD!

Come celebrate the past year of DMLI, and meet the new leadership for
next year at the DMLI Open House!

We will be celebrating the successes that the DMLI has had this year
and presenting information on the Ugandan microfinance organization in
which we’ve chosen to invest. We will also be joined by Professor
Genna Miller, who will speak about the successes and challenges that
microfinance has faced and will face in the future global economy.

Date: Saturday, April 18, 2009 - 12:00pm - 1:30 pm
Contact: dcssa2009@gmail.com
Sponsor: GSA and GPSC
Where:

Teer building 203 (http://maps.duke.edu/building.php?bid=7766)

Why:

During the alumni weekend, we are happy that several Duke Chinese alumni are invited to our panel discussion. The panelists will share their experiences and thoughts with the current students. This will be a great opportunity to connect to former Duke Chinese students and learn from their experiences. Everyone is welcome and lunch will be served. For details, please visit http://dukechina.org.

Date: Saturday, April 4, 2009 - 7:30pm - 9:30 pm
Contact: dcssa2009@gmail.com, http://dukechina.org
Sponsor: GSA & GPSC
Where: CIEMAS auditorium (http://maps.duke.edu/building.php?bid=7735)
Why: Welcome to join us for singing this Saturday.  Please come with friends and family and have fun. Drinks and snacks will be provided. FREE DCSSA Discount Card will also be distributed during the event.

Date: Thursday, April 2, 2009 - 12:00pm - 1:00 pm
Contact: heather.guo@duke.edu
Sponsor: Duke Microfinance Leadership Initiative
Where: Great Hall, Duke University
Why:

Looking for a summer internship or service experience, interested in microfinance or social enterprise? INTERNSHIPS UNPLUGGED is a program from the Duke Microfinance Leadership Initiative that gives students interested in working for microfinance organizations a chance to meet others who have experience in the field.

Rafe is a second-year Master’s Candidate in International Development Policy, with a particular interest in finding economic opportunities for rural communities through new mixed-sector development models, technology and other tools of modern business. His background includes alternative consumer markets like Fair Trade; fundraising for domestic and international development projects; and most recently coordinating market research on using microfinance to launch a new housing finance product for Habitat for Humanity in Ghana.

Please visit fromthecubby.wordpress.com/events/ to register or for more information.

Date: Tuesday, March 24, 2009 - 12:00pm - 1:00 pm
Contact: heather.guo@duke.edu
Sponsor: Duke Microfinance Leadership Initiative
Where: Great Hall, Duke University
Why:

Looking for a summer internship or service experience, interested in microfinance or social enterprise? INTERNSHIPS UNPLUGGED is a program from the Duke Microfinance Leadership Initiative that gives students interested in working for microfinance organizations a chance to meet others who have experience in the field.

Scott is a junior majoring in International Comparative Studies with a focus in Latin America. But in the summer of 2008, he ventured into Bangladesh on a DukeEngage project working for BRAC, one of the world’s largest NGOs focused on a holistic approach toward poverty alleviation. He attended BRAC’s microfinace, health, human rights and legal education programs and interviewed local individuals whose lives have been transformed by microfinace.

Visit fromthecubby.wordpress.com/events/ to register or for more information.

Date: Thursday, March 19, 2009 - 12:00pm - 1:00 pm
Contact: heather.guo@duke.edu
Sponsor: Duke Microfinance Leadership Initiative
Where: Great Hall, Duke University
Why:

Looking for a summer internship or service experience, interested in microfinance or social enterprise? INTERNSHIPS UNPLUGGED is a program from the Duke Microfinance Leadership Initiative that gives students interested in working for microfinance organizations a chance to meet others who have experience in the field.

Sunny is a senior double majoring in Economics and Public Policy Studies. He traveled to Muhuru Bay, Kenya in the summer of 2007 to do a microfinance community needs assessment for the Women’s Institute for Secondary Education and Research (WISER). To fully apply his research, he has taken a number of related courses in international development and econometrics.

Date: Sunday, March 22, 2009 - 9:00am - 6:00 pm
Contact: indiabusinessforum@duke.edu
Sponsor: Infosys, John Deere, TiE Carolinas, Alliance for US India Business
Where: The Fuqua School of Business, Duke University.

Why: The first Duke India Business Forum, organized by INDUS – The South Asian Business Club, will be held on March 22, 2009 at  The Fuqua School of Business, Duke University (Durham, NC).

Nearly two decades of structural economic reforms have firmly placed India on the growth expressway, re-integrating it with the global economy. The India of the past invented the numeral "zero", pioneered global trade routes, and created the first true global university among other things. Today’s India, the world’s second fastest growing economy, is using disruptive innovation to create a place for itself in a global economy – be it the global sourcing and delivery model or the $2500 passenger car. The Duke India Business Forum aims to explore this re-discovery of India’s global stature.

The event will consist of a series of keynote addresses delivered by prominent business leaders addressing a wide range of issues, including Marketing, Health Care, Sustainability and Technology. We have a very interesting lineup of speakers, including:

•       Ms. Sandy Carter, Vice President (SOA, BPM & WebSphere Strategy, Channels and Marketing), IBM

•       Mr. Deepak Advani, Vice President (Cross-IBM Information Management Offering), IBM

•       Mr. Vish Mishra, Venture Director, Clearstone Venture Partners

•       Mr. Parag Saigaonkar, Regional Managing Director, Deloitte

•       Ms. Purnima Kochikar, Director (Strategy & Business Development) Nokia

•       Ms. Shikha Sharma, Managing Director & CEO, ICICI Prudential

•       Mr. Badri Srinivasan, Practice Leader (Process Transformation), Quintiles

•       Dr. Hasit Joshipura, Vice President (South Asia) &Managing Director, GlaxosmithKline India

•       Ms. Shobana Kamineni, Director of new initiatives, Apollo DKV

•       Mr. Prasad Thrikutam, Sr. Vice President & Global Head - Energy, Utilities, Services & Systems Integration Business Units, Infosys

 
To learn more and register for the event, please visit: http://www.dukeibf.com/DukeIBF/Home.html

Date: Friday, March 6, 2009 - 5:00pm - 5:00 pm
Contact: Li-Chen Chin (li-chen.chin@duke.edu) or Paige Vinson(paige.vinson@duke.edu)
Sponsor: International House
Where: Application form: http://ihouse.studentaffairs.duke.edu/forms/ihop2009/

Why:

International House Orientation Peer (IHOP) Application!!
2009-2010

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Are you interested in welcoming new international students and helping them settle at Duke and Durham? Did you have a great experience with your IHOPs? Volunteer to be an IHOP (International House Orientation Peer)!??

What is IHOPs?
http://ihouse.studentaffairs.duke.edu/programs/intlstudents/ihop/index.html

To apply, go to the link below to fill out the application form and click on "SEND IT!"
http://ihouse.studentaffairs.duke.edu/forms/ihop2009/
Applications will be accepted until 5:00 p.m., Friday, March 6th, 2009.

So, who are we looking for???
We are looking for students with:
・Enthusiasm
・Punctuality
・Reliability
・ Friendly, outgoing personality
・Ability to work in a team environment—willingness to follow instructions as well as give and accept feedback

* The following commitments are required of a Graduate/Professional IHOP:
・Introduction Dinner ・ Thursday, April 23rd, 5-6:30 pm @ International House
・Occasional planning meetings and/ or email communication in late spring and summer
・Graduate IHOP training ・ August 13th (all day)
・Graduate/Professional Orientation ・ August 14th (all day)
・Welcome Dinner ・ Monday, August 17th
・Debriefing Dinner ・ Tuesday, August 18th  

* The following commitments are required of an Undergraduate IHOP:
・ Introduction Dinner ・ Thursday, April 23rd, 5-6:30 pm @ International House
・Occasional planning meetings and/ or email communication in the summer
・ Undergraduate IHOP training session ・ Saturday, April 25th 9:30-Noon and Sunday, August 16th (all day)
・Undergraduate Orientation ・ Monday, August 17th and Tuesday, August 18th
・Welcome Dinner ・ Monday, August 17th
・Debriefing Dinner ・ Tuesday, August 18th

・Serve as informal resource for international students through their first year at Duke

Again, the deadline is March 6, 2009 (Friday) by 5:00pm!
Go to the link to send your application.
http://ihouse.studentaffairs.duke.edu/forms/ihop2009/

Feel free to send us e-mails if you have any questions.
- Becoming a Graduate IHOP inquiries, contact Li-Chen Chin (li-chen.chin@duke.edu) or Paige Vinson(paige.vinson@duke.edu)

We look forward to receiving your application and meeting you in person!