Dear Sociology Majors and Minors,
We’re just about halfway through the semester! If you’re looking for help writing a paper, or you need a quiet place to study, check out UMN Library services for all of your studying needs. There are many different services available! Here are some of our new and upcoming opportunities.
Upcoming Events & Programs
UCSB Global Studies Graduate Program
They are now in the application season for Fall 2024 Cohort. The following are different programs and opportunities:
1. MA in Global Studies
This is a 2-year Master’s thesis program in Global Studies. What sets our MA apart from many other Master’s programs is that it is extremely well funded. Most of our MA students receive fellowships and Teaching Assistant positions that cover tuition and help with cost of living expenses for 5 of the 6 academic quarters. The program has an international research/internship requirement, and students receive funding for independent summer research/internship abroad for 3-6 months after their first year.
2. PhD in Global Studies
The PhD in Global Studies is an extremely competitive program that takes 5-6 years to complete. We typically admit 2-4 PhD students per year, and offer a 5 year funding package composed of fellowships and Teaching Assistant positions. PhD students typically spend 2-3 years completing coursework, 1 year conducting independent research abroad, and 2 years analyzing data and writing their dissertation. Several of our PhD students have gone on to earn postdoc positions after graduation.
3. Additional Online Information Sessions
If you can’t attend the Graduate Fair, I will also be hosting 2 Information Sessions with current graduate students on Zoom in November. Learn more and RSVP here.
The programs are highly interdisciplinary, problem-focused, and are organized into 3 main areas of specialization:
- Global Political Economy, Development, and Environment
- Global Culture, Ideology, and Religion
- Global Governance, Human Rights, and Civil Society
To learn more about the Global Studies Department, visit the website! You can learn about application requirements under the Admissions section of the MA and PhD pages. Keep in mind that the application deadline is December 15, 2023.
St Andrews – Max Planck PhD Studentship
The University of St Andrews and the Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research (MPIDR) are looking for highly motivated students to apply for the 3.5-year St Andrews–Max Planck PhD studentship in Population, Health and Data Science
Applications are due November 17th, 2023. Click here for more information!
Employment, Internship, Research, & Leadership Opportunities
USPIS Spring 24 Internship Application
The U.S. Postal Inspection Service in Minneapolis, MN, is offering a Spring 2024 internship opportunity for students interested in gaining meaningful experience in a federal law enforcement setting. The position has been posted on Handshake under “Federal Law Enforcement Student Intern” (Job #8302816). The application deadline is November 3, 2023. Click here for more information and the application.
Minnesota Undergraduate Research & Academic Journal
The Minnesota Undergraduate Research and Academic Journal (MURAJ) is looking for undergraduate students to serve as peer reviewers for our 2024 publication. You will review manuscripts of original research from your field and prepare them for publishing. The time commitment is only 15 hrs per semester.
**The application deadline has been extended to October 22nd. Click here to apply!
Winter Break Judicial Branch Externship
Pre-Law Advising is excited to once again offer an externship opportunity with Ramsey County judges during winter break 2024.
Application Timeline:
- November 12 – Application deadline
- November 27 – Notified of decision
- December 1-5 – Attend orientation with Pre-Law Services
- January 8-11 – Externship occurs
Spring Internship with the Office of U.S. Senator
Application deadline is November 15th.
For more information about the internship look on Handshake or Senator Smith’s website here.
Resources & Other Opportunities
AmeriCorps Service Year Opportunity
AmeriCorps offers a service year opportunity caring for infants and children up to age six who are at risk for abuse and neglect in Houston, TX. Hands of Hope AmeriCorps Members will serve these vulnerable children throughout a 12-month commitment, living in a private, gated community (at no cost) and receiving a living allowance.
Hands of Hope AmeriCorps Members will work collaboratively with other AmeriCorps Members in the home to ensure that children’s physical, emotional, and mental needs are met. While the commitment to our organization is only one year, the impact AmeriCorps Members have on the children in their care is lifelong. In turn, the children’s strength, resilience, and love will also make a lifelong impact on them.
They are currently accepting applications for the September 2024 – August 2025 service here. For additional information, click here. The application can be found here.
Spring 2024 Humphrey School Undergraduate Course Offerings
Click here to see a flyer of the Spring 2024 undergraduate offerings from the Humphrey School of Public Affairs. Students from Sociology have enrolled in Humphrey undergraduate courses in the past!
That is All For Now!
Any Questions? Make an appointment or email us at socadvis@umn.edu
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