The Laidlaw Research and Leadership Scholars Program Information Session
Tuesday, September 13th, 4:45-5:45 pm, virtual
The Laidlaw Undergraduate Leadership and Research Program promotes ethical leadership and international research around the world—starting with the passionate leaders and learners found on campuses like Cornell. Open to first- and second-year students, the two-year Laidlaw program provides generous support to carry out internationally focused research, develop leadership skills, engage with community projects overseas, and become part of a global network of like-minded scholars from more than a dozen universities. We’ll also share tips for approaching potential faculty research mentors and writing a successful application.
Event information here. Register here. Can’t attend? Contact: laidlaw.scholars@cornell.edu
Latin American and Caribbean Studies Program Opportunities for Undergraduates – LAS Minor; LAC Summer ’22 Internships and Other Funding Opportunities Information Session
Wednesday September 14th, 4:45-5:45pm, in-person (Uris Hall, G-08)
The Latin American and Caribbean Studies Program (LACS) offers an interdisciplinary minor, summer internships, and other funding opportunities. The undergraduate minor spans across disciplines and allows you to explore the history, culture, government, politics, economy and languages of Latin America and the Caribbean. Qualifying courses can be found in almost every college. Our summer internships sent several students to Ecuador in 2022!
Event information here.
Can’t attend? Contact: lacs@cornell.edu
The Coming Enlightenment: The University Sector and Reparatory Justice for Slavery and Colonialism
FRIDAY, SEP 16 | 4:30PM | Rhodes-Rawlings Auditorium, Klarman Hall
Professor Sir Hilary Beckles, eighth Vice Chancellor of the University of the West Indies and chair of the Reparations Commission of CARICOM. Event information here.
International Relations Minor Information Session
Tuesday, September 20th, 4:45-4:45pm, in-person (Uris Hall, G-08)
Is the Einaudi Center’s International Relations minor for you? Here’s a chance to find out. In the international relations minor, you study the politics, economics, history, languages, and cultures of the world and gain a fresh perspective on your major field of study. Graduates go on to successful careers in fields like international law, economics, agriculture, trade, finance, journalism, education, and government service.
Event information here.
Can’t attend? Contact: irm@einaudi.cornell.edu
Africa Undergraduate Research Internships Information Session
Wednesday, September 21st, 4:45-5:45pm, in-person (Uris Hall, G-08)
The Institute for African Development (IAD) offers a summer Africa internship program that lets you undertake challenging practical fieldwork in Ghana or Zambia. If you’re a sophomore or junior, join this Einaudi Center Student Info Session to find out how you can apply in the coming year.Interns must attend two seminars in the IAD Special Topic Seminar Series (CRP 4770) and a pre-departure meeting.
Event information here.
Can’t attend? Contact: iad@cornell.edu
