International Affairs Program

Mardi Gras: Made in China, film screening and discussion Wednesday, April 18, 6:30-8:30 C4C N320 Hosted by the Center for Multicultural Affairs

This documentary follows the life-cycle of Mardi Gras beads from a small factory in Fuzhou, China, to Mardi Gras in New Orleans, and to art galleries in New York City; explores how toxic products directly affect the people who both make and consume them.

Get hired as a Peer Career Advisor!
Career Services is hiring Peer Career Advisors (PCAs) to start August, 2012.  The goal of the PCA position is to increase the visibility of Career Services.  The PCAs will perform various outreach activities, including classroom presentations, resume critiques and walk-ins, assist with various career events, and other creative means to reach out to students.  The Peer Career Advisor program is a unique leadership opportunity for students interested in helping others while also working on their own career development.  This position entails eight hours a week at $9.75 an hour.  A few days of training will take place the week of August 20, in accordance with schedules.  Please send your resume and cover letter to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by April 13.  If you have questions, call 303-492-4109.  You will be contacted if you are chosen for an interview. To get a full job description, go to: http://careerservices.colorado.edu/aboutUs/currentVacancies.aspx

Career Services in the Library - Stop by!
2:00-4:00pm: Wednesdays, April 18
Have a career-related question? Want some resume tips? Want feedback on your personal resume? Stop by our table to get your questions answered. You'll find us close to the Laughing Goat - stop by!

Ace Your Interview!
Tuesday, April 17, 7:00-8:00 PM, C4C Abrams Lounge
Hannah Levin, HR Manager of Solid Fire (a local Boulder technology company) will talk to students about interviewing strategies, including common interviewing mistakes and helpful techniques. She will provide good and bad interview responses to common interviewing questions.  If time allows, Hannah will conduct mock interviews so students can practice! Sponsored by Delta Epsilon Iota Career Honors Society.

Students can earn three credits in three weeks this summer while experiencing theworld's largest arts festival, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. In addition to staying in Scotland's beautiful capital, students take a five day tour of the Highlands and a day trip to Glasgow. This Global Seminar study abroad program led by Drs. Penelope Cole and Daniel Jones includes visits to the Edinburgh Castle, Scottish Parliament, and more. Students must have a 3.0 GPA.

Contact: Kirstin Bebell, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Additional information: http://studyabroad.colorado.edu/?go=3D3DScotlandGS

Cross Campus Entrepreneurship Education Entrepreneurship courses for CU students in non-business majors. Entrepreneurship is a “state of mind… an artful, insightful and innovative mentality.”It is about looking at the world in new ways and followinga vision to address real problems with creative solutions. While rooted in business fundamentals, entrepreneurship education isn’t just for business majors anymore. An entrepreneurial skill set offers a solid foundation for students across disciplines to thrive in any post-collegiate career.
• Gain entrepreneurial skills and experience to help you succeed in future careers, whether working in a startup, launching a new venture, or seeking a position in an established firm. This knowledge applies to both for-profit and non-profit ventures.
• Develop an entrepreneurial mindset that leads to creative problem solving, collaboration in different settings and effective communication.
• Learn how to assess new venture opportunities and provide innovative solutions to real world problems.
• Develop a basic understanding of marketing and financial management in an entrepreneurial context.
• Differentiate yourself when applying for a job after college.

Professor Steve Chan (Political Science and director of the Farrand Residential Academic Program) will be honored at the 2011 Professors of Distinction Lectures and Reception from 6 – 8 p.m. on Wednesday, November 16.  The event is free and open to the public.  International Affairs students who have enjoyed Prof. Chan's classes are welcome!

The two brief talks will take place in the Old Main Chapel.  Professor Chris Greene of physics, who is also a fellow of JILA, will speak from 6 – 6:30 p.m. on “Diving in the World of Atoms for Understanding and Control.”

Professor Steve Chan of political science and director of the Farrand Residential Academic Program will speak from 6:30 – 7 p.m. on “Money Talks: Sino-American Debt Ties as Credible Commitment.”

Join the reception following the talks from 7 – 8 p.m. on the 3^rd floor of Old Main in the CU Heritage Museum.   Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and beverages will be available.  You will also have the opportunity meet these talented professors and tour the museum.  Please e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call me at 303-735-1569 if you have any questions.