PSCI 317-Religion in American Politics

Transportation Interpreter Internship in National Parks!!

Opportunity for College Age Youth. The National Park Foundation's Transportation Interpreter program is looking for qualified candidates to serve as interns in national parks this summer.
Transportation Interpreter interns will be placed in parks for twelve weeks, roughly between May 27 and August 29, this summer and will provide interpretation to visitors regarding the park's methods of alternative transportation. Interns will promote use of the transportation systems as part of efforts to green the national parks by reducing travel congestion and pollution. The internship provides participants with real world experience, housing, a $300/week stipend, and the chance to earn an AmeriCorps Education Award. Interested applicants should send a resume, cover letter, and three references to Matt Ferris at mferris@nationalparks.org by May 9, 2008.

For more information, please visit

http://www.nationalparks.org/who-we-help/youth-engagement/?fa=ford-interpretation-scholars

HSU Model United Nations Recognized Again!

The HSU Department of Government and Politics’ Model United Nations program was recognized for its outstanding performance at the Model United Nations of the Far West Conference, held April 18-22, 2008, in San Francisco. Students participating in the program as part of Professor Noah Zerbe’s Model United Nations course collected four Meritorious Delegation Awards, which recognize outstanding academic preparation for and participation in the conference. HSU International Studies major Jonathan Linton was also selected as Rappateur, or best delegate, in the economic and financial committee. The awards placed HSU among the top three performers at the conference for the second year running.

Humboldt State’s Model UN program has grown to represent five countries in just its second year of existence, making it one of the largest programs participating in the conference. In the five day conference this year, Humboldt State students represented Canada, Jordan, Italy, Nicaragua, and Tanzania. At the conference, students debated contemporary international issues and United Nations policy with more than 40 schools and 500 delegates from the Western United Sates, Canada, the Philippines, and Russia.

Students participating in the Model UN program were: Ryan Walsh, Jonathan Linton, Sarah Daniels, and Nicole Quinn (representing Canada); Andrew Bond, Norma Clements, Jesus Solis,

Michael Lockary, and Desiree Woods (representing Italy); Willie Shubert, Kienan Parr, Carly Hanssler, and Jack States (representing Jordan); David Bording, Andrew Bevington, Alan Chesbro, Richard Caccamo, and Jessica Martella (representing Nicaragua); and Cara Brannon, Jessica Ponsano, Carol Hurley, Adam Wolter, and Kaitlin Borstelmann (representing Tanzania). The course will be offered again in the Spring 2009 semester.

For more information, please contact Noah Zerbe at 707-826-3911 or noah.zerbe@humboldt.edu.

Graduate Studies Panel

David Kalb Award

Progressive Presidential Election Campaign Job Opportunities

To: Humboldt State Political Science Students:

Subject: Progressive Presidential Election Campaign Job Opportunities The November 2006 midterm election was an exciting step forward for progressives; but much work remains. The new Congress, on its own, will not resolve our nation's most pressing concerns. If we want to combat global warming, increase access to higher education, provide health care for all Americans, end corruption in Washington, and redeploy our troops, we must expand our majorities in Congress and take back the White House.

Students who are interested should apply directly to:

NAME: Joey Apodaca

EMAIL: japodaca@grassrootscampaigns.com

PHONE #: (503)282-9500

WEBSITE: http://www.grassrootscampaigns.com

Grassroots Campaigns, Inc. (GCI), a national firm specializing in building grassroots support for progressive causes, political candidates, public interest campaigns, and non-profit fundraising operations, is interviewing potential staff for their campaigns to Take Back the White House.

Grassroots Campaigns' current and past clients include MoveOn.org, the Democratic National Committee, the ACLU, and the League of Conservation Voters. We are hiring for the following positions:

Position: Citizen Outreach Director

Citizen Outreach Directors and Assistant Directors manage grassroots fundraising offices. They work with a team of other directors to recruit, train, and work with a staff of up to 100 paid canvassers to build support for the 2008 elections and a wide range of nonprofit organizations.

Position: Field Organizer

Field Organizers work in targeted Congressional districts and major metropolitan areas around the country. They will recruit, train, and work with volunteers to build the support needed to win on critical issues and get good candidates elected. In fall 2008 Field Organizers will help run one of the largest get-out-the-vote drives in the country.

For all positions:

Qualifications:

Sound communication and motivational skills, strong desire for political change, and work ethic are essential. We are looking for people who have a strong leadership background, and who are ready to take on a lot of responsibility. Previous field organizing or canvass experience is a plus, but not a pre-requisite.

Salary/Benefits

Annual salary begins at $24,000, and increases commensurate with experience. Staff may opt into our health care plan. Student loan assistance repayment program offered.

Locations:

Nationwide, ask recruiter for more details.

To Apply:

NAME: Joey Apodaca

EMAIL: japodaca@grassrootscampaigns.com

PHONE #: (503)282-9500

WEBSITE: http://www.grassrootscampaigns.com

Global Majority's Summer Int'l Conflict Resolution Training Seminars