Archived Announcements

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2024 Academic Announcements

January

Call for Submissions, ARCHIVE (Due January 31)

ARCHIVE, UW-Madison’s undergraduate journal of history, is now accepting submissions to be considered for publication in our 27th volume. Any original works will be accepted for review. We encourage submitting scholarly papers, seminar research papers, articles, book reviews, and historical essays by any undergraduate student. Detailed guidelines for submission and past volumes can be found on our website. Please contact Editors-in-Chief Charles Pei (zpei8@wisc.edu) and Thomas Harb (tharb@wisc.edu) with any questions. We will continue accepting submissions until January 31, 2024 at 11:59 pm.

Phi Alpha Theta (History Honors Society) Board Applications and National Membership Deadlines!

We hope your finals went well and you’re all gearing up for a relaxing break. Here are some important reminders for Phi Alpha Theta to keep in mind over break!

Board Applications

If you’re interested in joining the PAT board next year, please fill out the application here by January 7, 2024! You must be a current member (or are being inducted in spring 2023), be graduating spring 2025 or later, and be able to dedicate 1-4 hours a week to your board duties. You can apply to multiple positions, and the positions available to apply for are also detailed in an attached document. Those who are selected for each position will be able to shadow current board members next semester. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.

National Membership

The deadline to apply for national Phi Alpha Theta membership is January 23, 2024. The requirements are at least a 3.0 GPA overall and a 3.1 GPA in history courses. Fill out this application and send it to Sophie Olson (solson25@wisc.edu) by the deadline to be considered. This year, the History Department is generously covering national membership dues, so there’s no price to pay to become a national member! As always, contact us for any questions you may have! phialphatheta@g-groups.wisc.edu

Sincerely,

The PAT Board

Historical Library/Archives Assistant, Wisconsin Historical Society (Due January 26)

WHS is hiring student assistants for spring 2024 who can work when the building is open to visitors: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Mon-Thur, 8:00-5:00 Fri, and 9:00-4:00 Sat. Most positions require at least some weekday (8:00-5:00 Mon-Fri) availability, and some are weekday-only. Tasks vary by department and include (but are not limited to) assisting researchers, checking materials in and out, retrieving closed stack items, answering and referring questions from visitors and callers, and locating records for genealogy research. This is a paid position ($12-13/hr) but work-study is required. Applications are due January 26, 2024. For the full description, see https://studentjobs.hr.wisc.edu/en-us/job/506203/historical-libraryarchives-assistant.

L&S Continuing Students Scholarships Application Open Now!

Eligibility:

Must be an undergraduate First Year, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior.
Must intend to earn degree(s) from the College of Letters & Science.
Must be enrolled in the fall 2024 semester when scholarship awards are disbursed.
Must be enrolled as a full-time student. Please email scholarships@saa.ls.wisc.edu for further discussion if there are questions or if there is a reason full-time enrollment is not possible for you.
Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.
A letter of recommendation is required for those in their sophomore, junior, or senior years but are not required for those in their first year.

Apply now by logging into WISH. If you are eligible, the L&S Continuing Students application will appear under the “My Applications” tab. The application is open from December 8, 2023 to February 11, 2024 at 11:59pm Central Time.

Contact scholarships@saa.ls.wisc.edu with any questions or concerns.

LEAP (Law Experience and Advising Program) Applications Now Open!

Program Overview:

Selections Considerations:

Participants must be current UW-Madison undergraduates with an interest in exploring law.
Participants should have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5, but exceptions may be granted based on extenuating circumstances or upward grade trends.
Priority will be given to applicants who:
- Are committed to working towards greater equity in legal and related fields.
- Will significantly benefit from gaining more exposure to law fields and building related professional networks.
- Will help create a dynamic and inclusive learning environment.

Students can find additional information about LEAP on our website: https://prelaw.wisc.edu/preparing-for-law-school/law-experience-and-advising-program/.

Program Details:

LEAP 2024 program runs daily, from Monday, March 25th, 2024, to Thursday, March 28th, 2024. Participants should plan to be available from 8:30 to 5:00 for programming that combines advising, educational sessions, and trips to law schools and courts. Transportation for certain field trips will be provided. LEAP will have in-person and virtual components and include some meals.

Application Process:

Students are required to submit an application, which you can find here along with selection considerations. The application includes four short answer questions (1-2 paragraphs each). You should expect the process to take about thirty minutes.

LEAP 2024 applications are due Friday, January 26th, at 11:59 pm. Accepted applicants for the 2024 program will be contacted by the week of February 12th.

Questions?

Reach out to Carley Gomez, Pre-law advisor, at cmgomez3@wisc.edu.

UW Future Faculty and Historians – Application Deadline: February 9

The Department of History is pleased to announce a new opportunity for undergraduate students. Future Faculty and Historians is designed to introduce promising undergraduate students to the process of applying to History PhD programs and to prepare them for success in graduate school. The program is part of a collaboration between faculty and students at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, University of Puerto Rico-Río Piedras, Florida International University, and Spelman College. During the program, students will work with faculty to develop research plans, receive training on how to complete graduate application materials, meet current graduate students, and learn about career trajectories in the academy and beyond. The program also aims to foster connections among participants that we hope will endure beyond the duration of the program.

Future Faculty and Historians will take place in Madison from May 21-24, 2024. The Department of History will cover the program fees and provide meals for participating students.

Submit your application by February 9, 2024 for full consideration.

For questions about Future Faculty and Historians, please contact Professor Neil Kodesh (kodesh@wisc.edu)

February

Undergraduate Research Awards – (Due February 13 & February 26)

The Undergraduate Academic Awards Office offers several fellowships to support undergraduate research done in collaboration with UW–Madison faculty or research/instructional academic staff during summer 2024 or the 2024-25 academic year. Sophomore Research Fellowships

The student researcher receives $2,500, and the faculty/staff research advisor receives $500 to help offset research costs. At the time of application, the student must be a second-year student, a first-year student who will have more than 24 credits after May 2024, or a transfer student in their first year of attendance at UW-Madison. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.3 is required. The application deadline is February 26, 2024. Hilldale Undergraduate/Faculty Research Fellowships Holstrom Environmental Research Fellowships

The student researcher receives $3,000, and the faculty/staff receives $1,000 to help offset research costs. Students must have at least junior standing at the time of application. The Holstrom Fellowships require an environmental focus. While there is no minimum GPA required, projects proposed by students with a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or lower typically are not as competitive. The application deadline is February 14, 2024.Applications on the Wisconsin Scholarship Hub (WiSH).

If you haven’t done so already, you’ll first be prompted to complete the General Application. Then the Hilldale/Holstrom and/or Sophomore Research Fellowship will be listed under “Other Recommended Opportunities.” Applications include a research proposal and letter of recommendation from your research advisor.

Market Your Language Skills: Drop-in Career Advising (February 14)

Wednesday, February 14, 1:00-4:00pm

Stop by these drop-in hours to meet with Lydia Odegard, Language Directions Specialist at the Language Institute, and learn how to create a personal brand that highlights skills you have developed through your language study and international experiences. Bring your resume. More information here: go.wisc.edu/language-events

Trivia with Phi Alpha Theta (February 15)

On Thursday, February 15th at 6pm in the Curti Lounge (Mosse Humanities room 5233) the history honors society, Phi Alpha Theta, be hosting trivia. Join us for history trivia (theme TBD), snacks, and prizes. We’re looking forward to seeing you there!

Spring 2024 Internship, Wisconsin 101 (Due February 19)

Wisconsin 101 (https://wi101.wisc.edu ), a state-wide public history project that explores Wisconsin’s history through everyday objects, is looking for a digital museum student intern to help with the categorization of its digital museum. The main responsibilities of the internship will include digital archive organization, records management, and website design. The ideal candidate would be someone who is interested in public humanities, who is detail-oriented, and who wants to gain experience in online curation and collections management. This is a paid position ($17/hr). To be eligible for this position, you must have declared a History major or certificate.

To apply, please submit a PDF of your résumé and a cover letter (not exceeding one page) explaining your relevant experience, coursework, and interests as well as the relevance of an internship with Wisconsin 101 to your academic and professional interests to wi101@history.wisc.edu no later than February 19.

Oral History: What is it? And how do I do it? (February 22)

4:30-6:00pm

105 Steenbock or virtual

If you’re interested in doing an oral history interview or project or just wondering what it actually is, this workshop will help. Presented by UW-Madison Archives’ Oral Historian Troy Reeves, this 90-minute session will offer an overview of the art and science of oral history. See the UW Madison calendar entry, https://today.wisc.edu/events/view/191069 for more information, or this link: https://go.wisc.edu/0qp8z5 will send you the registration portal. If attending virtually, the Zoom link will be sent prior to workshop. If interested in knowing more before registering or have issues when registering (ie it’s full), email Reeves at troy.reeves@wisc.edu.

Humanities Career Fair (February 23)

12:00-2:00pm

Memorial Union: Old Madison Room (3rd floor) and Council Room (4th floor)

The Humanities Career Fair is an open tabling event that will showcase employers, graduate and professional programs, networking opportunities, and job and internship positions relevant to the humanities. Participating organizations represent fields including nonprofits, museums, law, education, technology, media production, and beyond. All UW students are welcome to come learn about humanities career pathways! Reach out to cmhensley@wisc.edu for questions.

Apply for a Bucky Award (February 25)

I am one of the students running the Bucky’s Awards Ceremony this spring, which is a ceremony that works to recognize the positive impacts student and student organizations have on the Madison campus. This is my first time running the ceremony, and I am getting nervous because the deadline is February 25^th and we currently don’t have enough applications. If you could share this information with any students or departments that would be interested, I would appreciate it so much! The applications are very simple… no resume, no letter of recommendation, just a few short essay questions! At this point the awards are extreeeemely noncompetitive and are a great way for students to get their hard work recognized.

For more information and to apply: https://slp.cfli.wisc.edu/buckys/apply/

Department of History Global Perspectives Scholarship for Study/Internships Abroad (Due March 4)

Have you applied to study or intern abroad this spring? Are you considering applying but concerned about the additional costs of study and intern abroad programs? If so, please consider applying the Global Perspectives Scholarship. This scholarship aims to make the study and intern abroad experience possible for History Majors and those pursuing a Certificate in History. The Global Perspectives Scholarship provides students with financial awards starting with $1500 towards short term programs, $3000 towards semester programs, and $4000 towards year-long programs. The scholarship can be used toward the eligible study abroad or intern abroad program of your choice. To be considered for the scholarship, you must be a History major or pursuing a Certificate in History. Additional consideration will be given to students with financial need, first generation college students, and students traveling abroad for the first time. The deadline for submitting applications is March 4, 2024.

For questions about the Global Perspectives Scholarship, please contact Judy Humphrey (judy.humphrey@wisc.edu) in International Academic Programs.

History Department Undergraduate Awards (Now open; applications due March 20)

Applications for Department of History Undergraduate Awards are now open! Each spring, the department awards over $40,000 to undergraduate students in the form of writing prizes, scholarships, and research awards.

Applications are collected in the Wisconsin Scholarship Hub (WiSH), and the deadline to apply is Wednesday, March 20, 2024. For a full overview of all the awards our department offers, please see our Undergraduate Scholarships, Awards, and Prizes page. Selected awardees will be notified during mid-late April, and will be recognized at our May undergraduate awards ceremony. There are currently eight open applications for undergraduate awards:

Department of History Writing Prize Application – allows students to apply for up to 15 writing prizes at once, ranging from $200 to $1,250
Department of History Undergraduate Scholarships Application – allows History majors to apply for up to 6 scholarships at once, ranging from $500 to $2,000
William K. Fitch Scholarship Application – $5,000 scholarship for a History major
Global Perspectives Scholarship Application – for History majors/certificates studying or interning abroad in Summer 2024, Fall 2024, or Academic Year 2024-25 (the deadline for this application is a little earlier – March 4, 2024)
Farha Tahir Award in African History Application – $1,000 writing prize or research award for the study of African history
Alice D. Mortenson Russian History Award Application – $3,000 award for students interested in Russian history
Davis/Gerstein Undergraduate Research Award Application – $6,000 award for History majors undertaking an in-depth research project, such as a senior thesis
Philip Levy Undergraduate Research Award in History Application – $1,000 for History majors in need of financial support to complete a research project

If you have any questions about these awards or if you are in need of technical assistance completing the application, please contact: undergraduateprogram@history.wisc.edu.

March

Upcoming History Honors Society Events

Phi Alpha Theta is the national honors society for history. The board members of our local chapter have several events coming up, and you don’t need to be officially inducted in order to participate. See this message from the board for more details:

We know this time of the semester can be particularly stressful, so we have quite a few exciting events planned in the coming few weeks!

Arts and Crafts Night with the Art History Society

We’re so excited to announce our next big event is with the Art History Society! On Thursday, March 12th from 6:00-8:00pm at Memorial Union, we’ll be hosting a joint arts and crafts night. We’ll have 6 different crafting stations including collage making, soda can lanterns, embroidery, and more! As midterms approach, this is an amazing way to relax and spend some time making something beautiful.

History Symposium

Do you have a history-related research project you’ve been working on? Are you interested in sharing your project with other history lovers? If so, consider presenting at our History Symposium! The Symposium will take place on April 28th from 2:00-6:00pm at Tripp Commons. Sign-ups are here!

Study Jam

This Sunday, March 3rd from 12:00-4:00pm, we’ll be having a study jam at College Library in room 2258! As always, you can expect a chill atmosphere to study and chat with your history peers. We hope to see you there.

T-Shirts

Wanna show off how smart and cool you are to everyone in Madison? Buy a Phi Alpha Theta t-shirt! Each t-shirt is $25, and you can order them here. We’re excited to represent the history honor society, and we hope you all are too!

Associated History Events

The Center for Design and Material Culture are hosting an exhibit on the history of Renaissance fashion and textiles now through May 19th! If you’re interested in checking out some interesting history, click here for more information.
If you’re really interested in learning more about Renaissance fashion history, curator of the “Remaking the Renaissance” exhibit Dr. Sophie Pitman will be giving a talk the exhibits, as well as a closer look at some of the objects on display. Click here for more information.
On Thursday, March 7th, Memorial Library is hosting a session called “Introduction to Archival Research,” in which librarians will be going over how to find what you might need in the archives for any sort of research project. For more information, click here.

We’re so excited to present these exciting events to you all, and we hope to see you soon!

Sincerely,

The PAT Board

Wisconsin in Washington – Updates and Deadline for Fall 2024 (3/8)

Fall 2024 Application Open – Deadline March 8

Know of any students exploring career options/looking for internship experience? Please encourage any students interested in the Wisconsin in Washington program for Fall 2024 to apply by the upcoming deadline of March 8. All participants in the Fall 2024 program will receive a guaranteed scholarship of $5,000. Depending on students’ FAFSA, up to $8,000 scholarships may be awarded. Our office was recently able to secure this scholarship funding, and added text to the program website. Applications for Fall 2024 semester are reviewed on a rolling basis, and so applicants can hear back pretty quickly.

Information Sessions & Advising

Wisconsin in Washington Info Session (for students, staff/advisors welcome)Wednesday, April 3; 4:00-5:00pm CT 301 Red GymRegister

Program Advising for Students

Students can schedule a program advising appointment with me in Starfish: Sara Lieburn (Make an appointment with Sara Lieburn, or email sara.lieburn@wisc.edu)

Fulbright Week at UW-Madison – coming March 4-8

Tuesday, March 5, 2024, 5:00-6:00pm – Fulbright US Student Program information session – focus on study/research/arts awards

336 Ingraham Hall – register in advance at https://go.wisc.edu/fw-fusp-sra

Learn about opportunities available to pursue graduate study, conduct research, and practice your creative & performing arts abroad through the Fulbright US Student Program (FUSP). Applicants for a FUSP must be a US citizen at the time of application. Food and drink will be provided! In addition to reviewing the program and upcoming competition, we will be joined by two recent UW-Madison FUSP awardees who will share their experiences: Brandon Goodale (Uruguay 2021) and Seungmi Laura Cho (South Korea 2022).

Wednesday, March 6, 2024, 11:00am-1:00pm – Fulbright drop-in office hours

256 Bascom Hall and online at https://go.wisc.edu/fulbrightdropin

Have a question about one of the many Fulbright & Fulbright-Hays programs available to UW-Madison students, faculty, staff, and alumni? Heard about “Fulbright” but aren’t sure what it might mean to you? Are you an administrator trying to assist one of your international Fulbrighters studying here at UW-Madison? Every Wednesday we have drop-in hours where you can have your questions answered, schedule a more in-depth appointment, or just learn more about what “Fulbright” could make possible for you!

Wednesday, March 6, 2024, 1:00-2:00pm – Fulbright US Student Program information session – focus on English teaching assistant awards

Online – register in advance at https://go.wisc.edu/fw-fusp-eta

Online information session for UW-Madison students, staff, and alumni interested in opportunities available through the Fulbright US Student Program (FUSP) to be an English teaching assistant (ETA) abroad. Applicants for a FUSP must be a US citizen at the time of application. In addition to an overview of the FUSP ETA awards and opportunities, campus resources, and next steps, we will be joined by recent UW-Madison awardees who will share their experiences, including Will Sanford (Germany 2019) and Sara Mulrooney (Mexico 2023).

Thursday, March 7, 2024, 8:00-9:00am – Coffee with the Fulbright Commissions and Posts

Online – advance registration is required: https://go.wisc.edu/fw-cwc

Join us on Thursday morning to meet staff from Fulbright commissions and posts representing Austria, Belgium/Luxembourg/EU, Estonia, and Taiwan to learn about the opportunities available to US students, faculty, staff, and alumni through the various Fulbright & Fulbright-Hays programs as well as get insight into how commissions work in-country and with awardees. Each country will present an overview of awards and the awarding process; there will be time reserved for Q&As as well.

Those interested in the broad range of opportunities available through both the Fulbright US Student Program and the Fulbright Scholar Program are encouraged to attend – and should provide an unparalleled insight into how Fulbright works in countries around the world, regardless of which particular award you will be pursuing!

2023 Academic Announcements

August

September

History Study Abroad Scholarship (Due Monday 9/25)

History majors at UW-Madison are eager to study abroad and bring what they learn in the classroom to life. The Department of History’s Global Perspectives Scholarship hopes to make this possible for History Majors and those pursuing a Certificate in History. This scholarship provides students with financial awards starting with $1500 towards short term programs, $3000 towards semester programs, and $4000 towards year-long programs. The scholarship can be used toward the eligible study abroad program of your choice.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the Department of History Global Perspective Scholarship, an applicant must:1. Be a full-time, degree-seeking undergraduate student at UW-Madison in good academic and disciplinary standing2. Be a History Major or pursuing a Certificate in History3. Be in the process of applying to your program by September 25, 2023, or have already applied, to a UW Study Abroad program for Winter Intersession 2023-24, Spring Semester 2024, or Calendar Year 2024 in order to be eligible for this scholarship.

Selection Criteria

Additional consideration will be given to:• Members of traditionally underrepresented groups in higher education• Students with financial need (EFC of $12,000 or lower preferred)• Students from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds (educational or social disadvantage, such as coming from a low-income family, an under-served rural or farming community, attending a school with a limited college preparatory curriculum, or other family circumstances that have affected your educational opportunities)• First generation college students• Students traveling abroad for the first time

Scholarship details/application in WISH: https://wisc.academicworks.com/opportunities/79383

Study Abroad Fair (Tuesday, September 26th)

You’re invited to the UW-Madison Study Abroad Fair! The fair is a great way to learn the basics of the study abroad planning process and explore programs for EVERY major, from freshmen through seniors. Earn in-residence UW credit on our programs that count towards graduation! Don’t speak another language? No problem! The majority of programs have no language requirement.

Visit our Advising Stations

Choose a ProgramVisit this station to learn how to focus your program search, including considering your personal identities, understanding differences in program structures, and identifying your goals.
FundingSpeak with staff at this station to learn how to determine program costs, when to apply for scholarships, and how to use financial aid towards your program.
Academics AbroadStop by this station to learn about how credit and course selection works on our programs, including how to determine programs that are a best fit for your major!
Build your Career SkillsVisit this station to learn how to our programs can help you to build valuable career skills, including programs that incorporate an internship, fieldwork, or research experience.
How to ApplyVisit this station to understand how our program application process, including when to apply and how to make a competitive application.

Explore Programs

We offer over 260 programs in more than 60 countries. Representatives and returned students from many of our programs will be at the fair and are excited speak with you!

Regional Tables: Many programs represented on ONE table staffed by returned study abroad students.
Program Tables: Meet with program leaders or representatives for a specific program.

Connect with Returning Study Abroad Students

Hear about life abroad first-hand by chatting with our returned student volunteers at any of our regional tables! Be sure to ask them about:

Life abroad
Housing
Academics
Program excursions

New Suicide Prevention Training for UW-Madison Students—Available on Canvas

September is Suicide Prevention Month. To help build a caring campus community, UW offers Recognize, Respond, Refer: Suicide Prevention Training for UW-Madison Students, a multi-part, online program that builds capacity in UW-Madison students to intervene, prevent suicide, and support mental health in their peers. The training takes one hour, and you can complete it from home, on your own time—you can start, stop, and revisit the program as many times as you like. Access the training on Canvas.

Apply for ARCHIVE Editorial Board (Due October 22)

Want to participate in a professional journal? Enjoy editing your friends’ papers? Join the ARCHIVE editorial board! If you are chosen, you will be able to take History 601 for Spring 2024 and design the UW-Madison History Department’s award-winning undergraduate journal. ARCHIVE editors experience the entire process of publishing an academic journal, from reviewing submissions from undergraduates around the country to designing a physical journal from scratch. You can view our current volume here and find previous volumes and other information on our website. If you are interested, please consider applying with our Google form here! Editors will work to produce the 27th edition of ARCHIVE this spring for 3 credits as a part of History 601 – Historical Publishing Workshop, which will meet Tuesdays 3:30-5:25. Please contact Editor-in-Chief Charles Pei (zpei8@wisc.edu) with any questions. Applications are due October 22.

Oral History: What is it? And how do I do it? (October 4)

4:30-6:00 p.m.

105 Steenbock or virtual

If you’re interested in doing an oral history interview or project or just wondering what it actually is, this workshop will help. Presented by UW-Madison Archives’ Oral Historian Troy Reeves, this 90-minute session will offer an overview of the art and science of oral history. See the UW Madison calendar entry, https://today.wisc.edu/events/view/184893 for more information, or this link: https://go.wisc.edu/lisqqr will send you the registration portal. If attending virtually, the Zoom link will be sent prior to workshop. If interested in knowing more before registering or have issues when registering (ie it’s full), email Reeves at troy.reeves@wisc.edu.

American Historical Association Undergraduate Poster Session and Lightning Round (Due October 15 and November 15; conference dates January 4-7, 2024)

The AHA hosts an Undergraduate Poster Session and an Undergraduate Lightning Round, which provide students with a chance to present their research at the conference. Students may apply to both provided that the proposals are unique to each session.

Submissions for the Poster Session are open through October 15. For more information about the Poster Session, see https://www.historians.org/annual-meeting/resources-and-guides/undergraduates-at-the-meeting/aha24-undergraduate-poster-session?.

Submissions for the Lightning Rounds are open through November 15. For more information about the Lightning Rounds, see https://www.historians.org/annual-meeting/resources-and-guides/undergraduates-at-the-meeting/aha24-undergraduate-lightning-rounds?. Note: Last year the History Department provided travel funding for four students to attend AHA. We anticipate having travel funding available for the 2024 Annual Meeting as well; please contact Christina for more information (christina.matta@wisc.edu).

Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program (Info session 27; applications due October 1)

The McNair Staff is hosting a virtual office hours session Students are welcome to drop in during this time to inquire about the McNair programming, the application, and the new BADGER Series.

September 27^th, 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Link: https://uwmadison.zoom.us/j/99418659731

October

Deadline to Apply to the ARCHIVE Editorial Board – October 29^th

If you are interested, please consider applying with our Google form here! Editors will work to produce the 27th edition of ARCHIVE this spring for 3 credits as a part of History 601 – Historical Publishing Workshop, which will meet Tuesdays 3:30-5:25. Please contact Editor-in-Chief Charles Pei (zpei8@wisc.edu) with any questions. Applications are due October 29. For information about joining our board, email zpei8@wisc.edu.

UHS Mental Health Services Advisory Board – Seeking Student Applicants

Subject: Join the Mental Health Services Student Advisory Board

Content: UHS is seeking applicants for the 2024 Mental Health Services Student Advisory Board. Represent the voice of the student body and share valuable perspective on how Mental Health Services can continue to improve services for the campus community. Learn more on the UHS website and apply by November 3.

Penn History Review Fall 2023 Issue

The Penn History Review (PHR) is now accepting submissions for its Fall 2023 issue!

The PHR is a biannual publication of the Penn History Department featuring undergraduate historical research. If you are proud of a piece of historical writing and would like to see it published, please submit to the PHR!

Papers do not necessarily have to be written for a history course; in fact, submissions are encouraged from any department, as long as the paper addresses a topic of historical interest and uses primary sources.

The PHR will be accepting submissions on a rolling basis through Monday, October 23rd. We highly recommend submitting ASAP since papers will be reviewed and accepted on a first come, first serve basis. Papers must be at least twelve pages double-spaced (with 1-inch margins) in Times New Roman font and include a bibliography that distinguishes between primary and secondary sources. Papers should also be submitted as Word documents rather than PDFs.

Previous editions of the PHR are available here: http://repository.upenn.edu/phr.

Please direct all submissions (as email attachments) and any questions or concerns you may have to PHRsubmissions@gmail.com.

CHLI Spring Global Fellows Program

An International Division Advisory Board member shared this opportunity; we thought it is one that might be of interest to students looking for funded placements in DC. Per the alumnus:

The Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute (CHLI) is the only bi-partisan Hispanic organization in the country. It is one of the few fully funded such programs, e.g. travel expenses, housing and stipend offering opportunities for both Congressional internships and corporate placements. It is open to Sophmores, Juniors and Seniors.

The application period closes November 4 and the program begins January 21, 2024.

Students may pair one of these opportunities with participation in the Wisconsin in Washington Program if the terms and durations align. Students should contact IAP advisor Sara Lieburn (Make an appointment with Sara Lieburn, or email sara.lieburn@wisc.edu) for information on the Wisconsin in Washington study away/internship program and its requirements.

November

Student Positions Available at the UW Oral History Project – Apply As Soon As Possible

The UW-Madison Oral History Program (OHP)–part of the University Archives–announces the following student staff positions for remainder of the 2023-24 academic year (and possible summer work).

OHP’s Oral History Project Coordinator. Works with Oral Historian Troy Reeves to oversee all aspects of an oral history project (interviewing, processing, and preparing files for online access). Note: These two positions pay $15/hour.

Oral histories to document and commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Carbone Cancer Center. The student will conduct, process, and prepare for online access up to 40 hours of oral history from December 2023 through August 2024.
Oral history to document and commemorate the 30th Anniversary of UW’s Department of Information Technology (DoIT). The student will conduct, process, and prepare for online access between 12 & 15 hours of oral history, from Nov/Dec 2023 through March 2024.

OHP’s Special Projects Student Assistant. Processes extant oral histories, including preparing them for online access. Note: This position pays $14/hour.

Working on the Powell Flutes and David Carter oral history collections. The student will create indexes, transcripts, and summaries for the interviews in each project, as well as prepare them for online access, starting in January 2024 through June 2024.

Qualifications: Our program looks for a student with the following skills:

Attention to detail
Interest in public and oral history, as well as archives
Exemplary communication skills
Strong desire to help us document & present a diverse and inclusive campus history

Hours & Work Schedule: between 4-10 hours per week, depending on position and student’s availability.

Note: to-be-hired students will work primarily remotely.

To apply, send an email and attach a resume to Troy Reeves at troy.reeves@wisc.edu. While the proposed start date for these positions varies, they will remain open until filled with preference given to students who apply by November 15, 2023. For additional information or questions, email or call Reeves (phone 608-890-1899).

The University Archives, part of the Special Collections & Archives Division of the UW-Madison General Library System, collects, preserves, and provides access to a comprehensive record of academic, administrative, student, and social life at the UW-Madison; runs a robust Oral History Program; provides records management services; and serves as an educational resource encouraging administrative & scholarly research in its collections. The Archives is located inside Steenbock Library.

What’s a HEX Scholar? Apply now to the Public Humanities Exchange

The Public Humanities Exchange (HEX and HEX-U) program funds innovative public humanities projects that forge partnerships between community organizations and UW-Madison students. The program provides training in community partnership, support for project development and implementation, and funding. Participating students receive a $600 stipend award and up to $2,000 in project funding.

Students are encouraged to propose new, innovative ideas for engagement with the local community through a project, such as:

Developing relationships and networks
Cultivating and sharing perspectives through storytelling
Creating programs and events
Providing services

HEX-U (for undergraduates) is now accepting applications for the 2023-2024 academic year:

Monday, November 6, 2023 (Round 2) – to begin Spring 2024
Monday, February 12, 2024 (Round 3) – to begin Spring 2024
Monday, March 18, 2024 (Round 4) – to begin Fall 2024

Application open Nov 1 – 30: Certificates in public policy and health policy

The application for the certificate programs in public policy and health policy https://guide.wisc.edu/undergraduate/letters-science/lafollette-school-public-affairs/

are open today, November 1, through November 30.

To apply, students can complete this form: https://forms.gle/gg4yDUUtSb5UrQEW8

Peace Corps Application Workshop–Nov. 14, 2023

Please let your students who are interested in applying to the Peace Corps this year know about the Application Workshop that Sydney Goggins from the Writing Center and I are giving on November 14, 2023, 5:30-7 PM, 53 Bascom Hall. This workshop goes over the entire application process with special emphasis on the federal resume and the motivational statement. There will be ample time for questions, as well.

Preregistration is appreciated: https://go.wisc.edu/0gs5tt

Spring Internship with Senator Baldwin

Senator Baldwin’s Madison office is looking to hire paid interns for the Spring 2024 semester. Please find a description of the internship below. We would appreciate your help in spreading the word to people you think may be interested in exploring this opportunity. Thank you!

Internship Description

The official government office of U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin is looking to hire a limited number of student interns for the Spring 2024 semester. Student interns will have the opportunity to interact with state staff on a variety of matters, including constituent correspondence, legislative concerns, casework, and office communications. Strong candidates will have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be capable of working independently on a wide variety of tasks. Other valued qualities for this position include attention to detail, customer service, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a pleasant, professional manner. Interns must be able to work 10 hours per week, and will be compensated at the rate of $15 per hour.

We will be accepting applications until November 27^th at 11:59PM. Schedules are made upon a student’s availability. Please visit https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/help/students/internship-application to apply. If there are any questions, please contact 608-264-5338.

Please note: Senator Baldwin’s office participates in E-Verify and will require a Form I-9 to provide to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to confirm that one is authorized to work in the U.S.

December

2024 Career and Internship Announcements

January

History-Specific Events and Opportunities

Phi Alpha Theta (History Honors Society) National Membership Deadlines (Due January 23)

The deadline to apply for national Phi Alpha Theta membership is January 23, 2024. The requirements are at least a 3.0 GPA overall and a 3.1 GPA in history courses. To apply, download the form at https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UNct_X1eYgDPs6C6d5gozmkZv8N_pXhM/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=113869636547867536239&rtpof=true&sd=true, then complete it and return it to Sophie Olson at solson25@wisc.edu. The History Department is covering national membership dues, so there’s no fee. As always, contact us for any questions you may have! phialphatheta@g-groups.wisc.edu.

Historical Library/Archives Assistant, Wisconsin Historical Society (Due January 26)

WHS is hiring student assistants for spring 2024. Most positions require at least some weekday (8:00-5:00 Mon-Fri) availability, and some are weekday-only. Tasks vary by department and include (but are not limited to) assisting researchers, checking materials in and out, retrieving closed stack items, answering and referring questions from visitors and callers, and locating records for genealogy research. This is a paid position ($12-13/hr) but work-study is required. Applications are due January 26. For the full description, see https://studentjobs.hr.wisc.edu/en-us/job/506203/historical-libraryarchives-assistant.

Call for Submissions, Gateway History Journal (Due February 4)

Gateway History Journal would like to invite all students to submit history essays for the 23rd volume! Gateway History Journal is run by undergraduate students at Washington University in St. Louis. We produce one annual issue showcasing the five best pieces of undergraduate scholarship that we receive. In order to be considered for publication, submissions must be between 10-35 pages in length (double-spaced), not including footnotes and works cited page(s), and follow the Chicago Manual of Style guidelines. Papers are not restricted by topic, region, or time period.

Submissions are due by February 4, 2023 at 11:59PM and should be submitted as a Google Document (labeled LastName_GatewaySubmission) using this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfxGap2VF5vS3bjXEOddHV0iuX3efT4RAWxcwohucxv7rHTog/viewform?usp=sf_link. If you have any questions, feel free to send us an email at gatewayhistoryjournal@gmail.com

UW Future Faculty and Historians (Due February 9; program dates May 21-24)

Future Faculty and Historians will take place in Madison from May 21-24, 2024. The Department of History will cover the program fees and provide meals for participating students. Submit your application by February 9 for full consideration. For questions about Future Faculty and Historians, please contact Professor Neil Kodesh (kodesh@wisc.edu).

Digital Curation Internship, Chicago History Museum Digital Curation (Due February 15)

Chicago History Museum’s mission – to share Chicago’s stories, serving as a hub of scholarship and learning, inspiration, and civic engagement—is the foundation of the Museum’s programs and events, exhibitions, educational initiatives, publications, and collecting activities that touch the lives of all Chicagoans and help them make meaningful and personal connections to history. The intern will work as an integral part of the archives team not just to enhance and publicize the collection, but also to learn about and be involved in how collections are acquired, processed, and documented by the Museum. In addition to archives staff, the intern will collaborate with other departments to evaluate, enhance, provide access to, and publicize the collection. Through the processing and digital curation aspects of this project, they will develop their evaluation and appraisal skills and judgment and contribute to the Museum’s larger goal of telling Chicago’s stories through diverse and inclusive collections.

For the full description, see https://nmaahc.si.edu/sites/default/files/2023-11/Chicago%20History%20Museum%20RFS%20Internship%202024.pdf. To apply, see the information at the Smithsonian website at https://nmaahc.si.edu/connect/strategic-partnerships/robert-f-smith-internship-program.

Professional Development/Academic Programs

Catto-LeCount Fellows Program for Equity and Inclusion (Applications due January 15; Program Dates March 21-23)

The Catto-LeCount Fellows Program exposes students to doctoral study in the discipline of history. All expenses including travel, housing, meals, and course materials are provided by the university. Students also will receive a $250 stipend upon completion of the program.

Applications must be received by January 15, 2024. For more information, see https://richardscenter.la.psu.edu/fellowships/catto-lecount-fellows-program/.

Law Experience and Advising Program (Applications due January 26; program dates March 25-28)

The Law Experience and Advising Program (LEAP) is a FREE four-day immersion program that takes place over spring break. Program participants will receive extensive advising support and take trips to local law firms and courts, visit UW Law School and Marquette Law School, and have networking opportunities with area professionals, UW alumni, and UW staff. LEAP 2024 program runs daily, from Monday, March 25th, 2024, to Thursday, March 28th, 2024. Participants should plan to be available from 8:30 to 5:00 for programming that combines advising, educational sessions, and trips to law schools and courts. Transportation for certain fieldtrips will be provided. LEAP will have in-person and virtual components and include some meals.

For the full program description and application instructions, see https://prelaw.wisc.edu/preparing-for-law-school/law-experience-and-advising-program/. Applications are due January 26 at 11:59 p.m. and accepted applicants will be contacted in mid-February. Contact Carley Gomez, Pre-law advisor, at cmgomez3@wisc.edu with questions.

Education & Communications Fellows and Land Stewardship Fellows, Aldo Leopold Foundation (Due February 1)

Each year, the Aldo Leopold Foundation hosts 4 to 5 recent college graduates (Education and Communications and Land Stewardship) as a part of our one-year Future Leaders Program. Position descriptions and application instructions can be found at https://www.aldoleopold.org/teach-learn/fellows-program/. The deadline to apply is 11:59PM CST Thursday, February 1st, 2024.

Events and Workshops

Navigating USAJOBS & Introduction to Federal Resume Writing (January 11 or 16)

Thursday, January 11

12:00 – 1:00 pm CST

Virtual Event via Teams

Tuesday, January 16

12:00 – 1:00 pm CST

Virtual Event via Teams

Army Civilian Careers invites you to participate in a virtual informational session on federal resume writing and navigating the USAJOBS website, including paid internships and fellowships in the federal government. We are a values-based community of nearly 300,000 federal civilian employees, much like those in other U.S. Departments, e.g., State, Justice, and Education. These are strictly civilian positions and NOT MILITARY. Applying for employment on USAJOBS can be a challenging process, but we are here to help! In this session we will walk through the application process to include the questionnaire, discuss resume formats, preferences, required documents to include, and how to align your experience with the job qualifications. This class is designed specifically to help you develop your federal resume and address key areas in the job announcement to make you an eligible applicant. In this session we will cover the Student Intern Program, The Army Fellows Program, how to create a USAJOBs account, applying for federal jobs, how to navigate USAJOBS, application announcement information, and beginning steps to writing a federal resume. No registration required; the link will open the Teams meeting directly.

International Opportunities/Study Abroad

Wolff Fellowship (Due January 29)

The Wolff Fellowship, which provides an award of approximately $45,000 to an outstanding graduating senior for a year-long travel, service or study-abroad experience. Please review the application in WiSH at: https://wisc.academicworks.com/opportunities/76521. Deadline for consideration is January 29, 2024.

Fellowships, Grants, and Scholarships

Beinecke Scholarship for the Arts, Humanities or Social Sciences (Info sessions January 16 or 24; applications due February 26)

The national Beinecke Scholarship provides $35,000 for graduate study to outstanding juniors planning to pursue a research-focused master’s or doctoral program or MFA in the arts, humanities or social sciences. (Professional degrees such as the JD, MD, MPH, MPP, MBA, MAT, etc. are not eligible.) Apply as a junior planning to graduate between December 2024 and August 2025. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national; have received, or qualified to receive, need-based financial aid as an undergraduate (grants or subsidized loans); and have an outstanding academic record, and experience in their field through research or creative work.

To learn more, join the UW-Madison Undergraduate Academic Awards Office for a virtual info session: January 16, 2024 12:00 PM Central Time – Register HEREJanuary 24, 2024 12:00 PM Central Time – Register HERE

Questions? Please contact the Undergraduate Academic Awards Office (awards@provost.wisc.edu 265-2428) to discuss the application process.

L&S Continuing Students Scholarships (Due February 11)

If you are an L&S undergraduate looking for an opportunity that will assist with the cost of your tuition next year, consider the L&S Continuing Students Scholarships application! Complete one application in WiSH to be considered for multiple opportunities. Scholarships range from $500 to $4,000. For more information about eligibility or to apply, see WiSH at https://wisc.academicworks.com. If you are eligible, the L&S Continuing Students application will appear under the “My Applications” tab. Applications are due February 11, 2024, at 11:59 PM Central Time. Contact scholarships@saa.ls.wisc.edu with any questions or concerns.

Research Grants, Lakeshore Nature Preserve (Due March 1)

Small grants (up to $1,000) available through the Lakeshore Nature Preserve for use of the 300-acre nature preserve/outdoor laboratory for teaching, research, or outreach. UW students can work individually or in teams. View the request for proposals at https://d138k1rt4vd1y.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/27/2023/11/2024PreserveStudentEngagementGrantRFP_final.pdf. The deadline is March 1, 2024. Questions may be directed to Preserve Interim Director Laura Wyatt at laura.wyatt@wisc.edu.

Undergraduate Writing Fellows Scholarship, Fall 2024 (Due March 15)

If you are interested in becoming a Fellow or want to find out more about how to apply, please visit https://writing.wisc.edu/writingfellows/becomefellow/. The Writing Fellows application is available through the Wisconsin Scholarship Hub (WiSH). The application deadline is March 15, 2024.

Summer 2024 Internships

Various Internships, Allen Centennial Garden (Due January 21)

Allen Centennial Garden is hiring interns for summer 2024 in horticulture, education and community programming, and urban food systems.

Position descriptions:

Horticulture

Education and Community Programming

Urban Food Systems

Apply at https://allencentennialgarden.wisc.edu/students/internships/. The deadline is January 21. Questions can be directed to allencentennialgarden@wisc.edu.

Arthur D. Hellman Litigation Fellowship in Public Interest Law, Institute for Justice (Due January 26)

The Institute for Justice seeks highly motivated rising junior and senior undergraduate students interested in the legal field to intern at IJ as Arthur D. Hellman Fellows in Public Interest Law. This is an unparalleled opportunity to gain exposure to the inner workings of a leading national public interest law firm before entering law school. Fellows receive substantive projects throughout their time at IJ and work full time alongside our summer law students at IJ’s headquarters in Arlington, VA. Fellows are invited to participate in all of the summer programming and activities offered to the law students.

Our summer internship program is a paid opportunity, offering a $7,000 stipend for the 10-week program, and generally runs from early June through early August. Rising juniors and seniors are encouraged to apply. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At IJ we value a diverse workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

For more information and application instructions, see the posting at https://app.joinhandshake.com/stu/jobs/8431119.

Library & Archives Intern, Toledo Museum of Art (Due January 26)

This paid on-site internship will provide a 2024 college student with firsthand experience working in the library of an art museum. The student will participate directly in departmental actives and can engage in a variety of routine and special project related activities, including but not limited to cataloging, reference and research and collection management and assessment. The intern reports to the Head Librarian and works closely with other library staff. Interns may also have the opportunity to collaborate with Summer 2024 interns from other departments.

This summer 2024 position runs approximately June 06, 2024 – August 16, 2024 and is 37.5 hours weekly for 10 weeks, Monday-Friday from 8:30am-5:00pm. The hourly wage is $15/hr. For more information, see https://app.joinhandshake.com/stu/jobs/8544088.

Full-Time Jobs and Fellowships

APAICS 2024-2025 Congressional Fellowship, Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies (Due January 26; program dates September 3, 2024-May 30, 2025)

The APAICS Congressional Fellowship is designed for young AA & NH/PI professionals looking to increase their experience in public policy and service. The full-time paid, 9-month program places Fellows in congressional offices to gain policy experience as part of the legislative team. The program provides Fellows with opportunities to build their leadership skills, encourage political engagement, and foster interest in a public service career. APAICS Fellows are placed across House and Senate offices, committees, and leadership offices. General Track Congressional Fellows work on a variety of policy issues depending on their interest, expertise, and the placement office’s needs. Issue area-specific tracks are designed for applicants with interest/experience in the policy area. Applicants for an issue-specific track will also be considered for any General Congressional Fellowship opening as well.

These internships are on-site in Washington, D.C. and are paid ($3,100/month). For more information, see https://app.joinhandshake.com/stu/jobs/8372728.

Receptionist/Legal Assistant, Hernandez Law Group LLC (Due May 21)

Hernandez Law Group is a culturally diverse, three-attorney law firm located in Irving Park. Our firm handles a variety of complex immigration matters including, family-based visas, deportation defense, naturalization, and relief for victims of crime (U-visa/VAWA). The group is a supportive and collaborative team that strives to provide culturally sensitive, high-quality professional legal representation to clients from diverse backgrounds.

The group is looking for a bilingual receptionist/legal assistant who speaks both English and Spanish to join our team. An ideal candidate must be highly organized, detail-oriented, have strong writing and customer service skills, and be interested and/or have experience working with diverse immigrant populations. Applications are due May 21. For the full description, see https://app.joinhandshake.com/stu/jobs/8448135.

February

History-Specific Events and Opportunities

**Call for Submissions, Undergraduate History Journal at Illinois (Due February 11)**

The Undergraduate History Journal at Illinois invites students to submit a paper for our upcoming Spring 2024 edition. We would greatly appreciate it if you could share the following information with students in your department. The submission deadline is 11:59 PM on Sunday, February 11. Submissions must be the original work of the author and should be 10-30 pages in length, excluding references. References should be in Chicago Style footnotes, with the bibliography separated into Primary Sources and Secondary Sources. The paper should be formatted as double-spaced text in 12pt Times New Roman font. The work submitted should not have been previously published or currently be under consideration for publication elsewhere.

Submissions can be sent to Journal’s email address (histjournal.uiuc@gmail.com) and all identifying information should be included in the body of the email, including home institution and academic year. All identifying information should be removed from the submitted text document to ensure an equitable review process.

Please reach out to histjournal.uiuc@gmail.com with any questions or comments.

Trivia with Phi Alpha Theta (February 15)

On Thursday, February 15th at 6pm in the Curti Lounge (Mosse Humanities room 5233) we’ll be hosting trivia. Join us for history trivia (theme TBD), snacks, and prizes. We’re looking forward to seeing you there!

Spring 2024 Internship, Wisconsin 101 (Due February 19)

Oral History: What is it? And how do I do it? (February 22)

4:30-6pm

105 Steenbock or virtual

Department of History Global Perspectives Scholarship for Study/Internships Abroad (Due March 4)

For questions about the Global Perspectives Scholarship, please contact Judy Humphrey (judy.humphrey@wisc.edu) in International Academic Programs.

History Department Undergraduate Awards (Now open; applications due March 20)

Department of History Writing Prize Application – allows students to apply for up to 15 writing prizes at once, ranging from $200 to $1,250
Global Perspectives Scholarship Application – for History majors/certificates studying or interning abroad in Summer 2024, Fall 2024, or Academic Year 2024-25 (the deadline for this application is a little earlier – March 4, 2024)
Farha Tahir Award in African History Application – $1,000 writing prize or research award for the study of African history
Alice D. Mortenson Russian History Award Application – $3,000 award for students interested in Russian history

If you have any questions about these awards or if you are in need of technical assistance completing the application, please contact: undergraduateprogram@history.wisc.edu.

Professional Development/Academic Programs

Digital Islamic Studies Curriculum Summer Research Institute (Priority deadline February 10; program dates June 3-13)

The Digital Islamic Studies Curriculum (DISC) program is hosting its 2nd Summer Research Institute. From Monday, June 3 until Thursday, June 13 all BTAA undergraduate students are eligible to participate in this unique opportunity to travel to both the University of Michigan and the University of Maryland to develop and expand their knowledge and research skills. The Digital Islamic Studies Curriculum (DISC) Summer Research Institute (DSRI) is a 10-day fully funded research program designed to develop and expand undergraduate students with the broader field of Islamic Studies. The program will prepare them in pursuing advanced research or a graduate degree in Islamic Studies or incorporate Islamic Studies components into their current degree program as a possible minor. To accommodate student’s academic training, two tracks are offered through the program: the Gateway track for students who are new or have just begun exploring the field and Capstone track for students who a familiar with the field and want to expand their knowledge in the field. For more information, see https://sites.lsa.umich.edu/digitalislam/dsri/. Call for Applications, 2024 Undergraduate Symposium (Due March 17; symposium date April 25)

The Undergraduate Symposium offers undergraduate students from all areas of study at UW-Madison the opportunity to showcase and celebrate their research, scholarly pursuits, service-learning, community-based research, art, and creativity. The 2024 Undergraduate Symposium will be held on Thursday, April 25, 2024 at Union South. Apply at https://ugradsymposium.wisc.edu/apply/ by 11:59pm on Sunday, March 17, 2024.

Events and Workshops

SAB Mental Health Resource Fair (February 6)

5:30-8:00pm

Memorial Union, Tripp Commons

The Spring 2024 SAB Mental Health Resource Fair will take place Tuesday, February 6 from 5:30-8 p.m. in Memorial Union, Tripp Commons. The event will feature a collection of student orgs that focus on promoting mental wellbeing and resource sharing with students. UHS Mental Health Services will also be there to answer questions.

Market Your Language Skills: Drop-in Career Advising (February 14)

Wednesday, February 14, 1:00-4:00pm

International Monetary Fund (IMF) Careers: Hear from Recruiters & Employees (February 21)

5:00-6:00pm (central)

Via Zoom; register here for link

Join this virtual session to learn about the variety of career opportunities with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) from a recruiter AND employees! This session is specifically for University of Wisconsin-Madison students from all degrees levels (undergrad through PhD) and all majors/areas of study. The IMF is a global organization that works to achieve sustainable growth and prosperity for all of its 190 member countries. The IMF is governed by and accountable to its member countries. Learn more about the IMF at https://www.imf.org/en/About. Hosted by the Economics Career Development Office. Questions? Contact Ilsa May at ilsa.may@wisc.edu

Humanities Career Fair (February 23)

12:00-2:00pm

Memorial Union: Old Madison Room (3rd floor) and Council Room (4th floor)

Fellowships, Grants, and Scholarships

Scholarships for Nontraditional, Adult, & Single Parent Students (Due February 10)

Scholarships are available for nontraditional, adult and single parent students. To apply, see https://wisc.academicworks.com/opportunities/78015.

L&S Continuing Students Scholarships (Due February 11)

Complete one application in WiSH to be considered for multiple opportunities. For more information about eligibility or to apply, see WiSH at https://wisc.academicworks.com. If you are eligible, the L&S Continuing Students application will appear under the “My Applications” tab. Applications are due February 11, 2024, at 11:59 PM Central Time.

Public Service

Clinton Global Initiative University Class of 2024 (Due March 15)

The Clinton Global Initiative University (CGI University) is now accepting applications for its 2024 class! CGI University is an international year-round leadership development program for undergraduate and graduate students that supports a community of student and alumni leaders and entrepreneurs from around the globe who are developing innovative solutions to some of the world’s most pressing challenges. This year-round engagement includes: a social impact curriculum, training and mentorship opportunities, and a wide range of networking opportunities with CGI University partners, peers, alumni, staff, and leaders in the field. Students apply with a “Commitment to Action”: a new, specific, and measurable initiative that addresses an issue on their campus, in their local community, or even globally. These commitments can be in the ideation, implementation, or even the scaling phases. Accepted students have access to a terrific social impact curriculum, high-touch mentorship, funding to help make ideas a reality, and meaningful engagement events.

See https://www.clintonfoundation.org/programs/leadership-public-service/clinton-global-initiative-university/ for the full CGI University overview, or email UW-Madison CGIU campus contacts, John Surdyk (john.surdyk@wisc.edu) or Sari Judge (sjudge@ wisc.edu).

Summer 2024 Internships

Summer 2024 Internships Abroad (Due February 19)

Applications are now open for Summer 2024 internships! Learn more and apply now in the International Internship Database. You can also find & propose your own internship for credit or apply for funding & scholarships, including the History Department Global Perspectives Scholarship! Questions? Get in touch with us at internships@international.wisc.edu or make an appointment.

Fall 2024 Internships

U.S. Department of State Paid Student Internship Program (Due February 9)

The U.S. Department of State aims to provide student interns with opportunities both educationally and professionally substantive in nature. The purpose of the program is to provide students with insight into the work of U.S. foreign policy and the administration of the U.S. Department of State, and its diplomatic facilities around the world and domestically. Specific duties and responsibilities vary according to the domestic office. Generally, interns may: participate in meetings with senior-level U.S. Government or foreign government officials; draft, edit, and/or contribute to cables, reports, communications, talking points, and/or other materials used by policymakers in furthering U.S. foreign policy objectives; support events, including international and/or multilateral meetings and conferences; engage directly with U.S. audiences in helping to explain the work of the U.S. Department of State or foreign audiences in helping to promote U.S. foreign policy and improve understanding of U.S. culture and society. For the full announcement and application instructors, see https://www.usajobs.gov/job/773464600.

History-Specific Events and Opportunities

Spring 2024 Internship, Wisconsin 101 (Due February 19)

Oral History: What is it? And how do I do it? (February 22)

4:30-6:00pm

105 Steenbock or virtual

Presented by UW-Madison Archives’ Oral Historian Troy Reeves, this 90-minute session will offer an overview of the art and science of oral history. See the UW Madison calendar entry, https://today.wisc.edu/events/view/191069 for more information, or this link: https://go.wisc.edu/0qp8z5 will send you the registration portal. If attending virtually, the Zoom link will be sent prior to workshop. If interested in knowing more before registering or have issues when registering (ie it’s full), email Reeves at troy.reeves@wisc.edu.

Humanities Career Fair (February 23)

12:00-2:00pm

Memorial Union: Old Madison Room (3rd floor) and Council Room (4th floor)

Peer Advisors, Department of History (Due February 26)

The Department of History will be hiring two qualified History Majors as a Peer Advisor for the 2024-2025 academic year! To be eligible, you must be willing to commit to working both Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 semesters, but it is possible to extend the position beyond next year for students who are not graduating in May 2025. Certificate students who are considering switching to the major are welcome to apply. This position in student affairs is a great opportunity to improve your transferable career skills. Training will be provided, and no prior advising experience is necessary, though it is a plus. Qualified sophomores are encouraged to apply. The deadline for applying is Monday, February 26. For more information, see the application form here.

2024-25 Internships, George L. Mosse Program in History (Due Friday, March 1)

The George L. Mosse Program in History is seeking interns to begin in Summer or Fall 2024 and serve through Spring 2025. The intern(s) will work approximately 10 hours per week on projects related to the Mosse Program’s mission, including (but not limited to) designing a digital exhibit to commemorate the end of the First World War, assisting the UW Archives in transcribing and preserving oral histories, digitizing archival and library materials, and other projects as assigned and determined by the student’s interests. Applicants should have a strong interest in European history, Jewish history, public history, and digital humanities. This is a paid position. To apply, submit a one-page résumé, including a list of completed history courses, as a PDF to Christina (christina.matta@wisc.edu) before 4 p.m. on Friday, March 1. Interviews will be held the week of March 12.

To learn more about potential projects, visit the internship page: https://mosseprogram.wisc.edu/internship/. Before applying, please review the Mosse Program’s website at https://mosseprogram.wisc.edu. Please also read two samples of past projects: Maddy McGlone, “Archiving the Everyday and the Historian’s Craft” at https://mosseprogram.wisc.edu/2022/09/15/mcglone/ and Nick O’Connell, “The Fry Collection: Life in Early Twentieth-Century Italy” athttps://mosseprogram.wisc.edu/2019/10/07/oconnell/.

Summer Internships, Office of District Court Judge Thomas Gilligan (Due March 1)

Thomas Gilligan is a trial court judge in the Second Judicial District in Ramsey County, Minnesota. For the past five years, he has offered the opportunity to UW-Madison history undergraduates to participate in an unpaid internship to get a behind-the-scenes look at the daily work of a trial court judge and the justice system. Judge Gilligan will meet with prospective interns to create a specific experience which meets their needs and interests. The internships last approximately 8 weeks during the summer. Judge Gilligan typically meets with interns once per week via Zoom for an interactive group discussion, provides observational opportunities (both via Zoom and in person) during the remainder of the week in Family Court, Domestic Abuse Court, Criminal Court and Civil Court, with debriefing after court sessions. Judge Gilligan also assigns readings on current justice system topics and cases pending before him, and other Minnesota trial courts. This is an opportunity for students interested in a career in the justice system (not just those who are interested in law school).

To apply, send a resume and a short statement of interest describing how this internship aligns with your career goals to Christina by 4:00pm on March 1. Note that these internships are competitive and they are eligible for summer funding from the Department.

Department of History Global Perspectives Scholarship for Study/Internships Abroad (Due March 4)

The Global Perspectives Scholarship provides students with financial awards starting with $1500 towards short term programs, $3000 towards semester programs, and $4000 towards year-long programs. To be considered for the scholarship, you must be a History major or pursuing a Certificate in History. Additional consideration will be given to students with financial need, first generation college students, and students traveling abroad for the first time. The deadline for submitting applications is March 4, 2024.

For questions about the Global Perspectives Scholarship, please contact Judy Humphrey (judy.humphrey@wisc.edu) in International Academic Programs.

History Department Undergraduate Awards (Now open; applications due March 20)

Applications for Department of History Undergraduate Awards are now open! Applications are collected in the Wisconsin Scholarship Hub (WiSH), and the deadline to apply is Wednesday, March 20, 2024. For a full overview of all the awards our department offers, please see our Undergraduate Scholarships, Awards, and Prizes page. If you have any questions about our awards or if you are in need of technical assistance completing the application, please contact undergraduateprogram@history.wisc.edu.

Volunteers and Interns, Missing in Action Recovery and Identification Project (Ongoing)

The UW Missing In Action (MIA) Recovery and Identification Project is looking for historical research volunteers to help investigate Wisconsin MIA soldiers, mostly from WWII. If you have an interest in cold case investigations, WWII history, working in a diverse academic environment, and a positive climate, this opportunity may be the right mission for you. Formal internships may be available as well. If you are interested, please email MIA@biotech.wisc.edu and/or submit a Google volunteer form at https://forms.gle/HKG1TnCLTpGzeyZP6. For more information, please visit the Project’s website: https://www.biotech.wisc.edu/missing-in-action. Summer 2024 interns are eligible to apply for funding from the Department. Interns will work approximately 10 hours per week.

Events and Workshops

International Monetary Fund (IMF) Careers: Hear from Recruiters & Employees (February 21)

5:00-6:00pm (central)

Via Zoom; register here for link

Join this virtual session to learn about the variety of career opportunities with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) from a recruiter AND employees! Learn more about the IMF at https://www.imf.org/en/About. Hosted by the Economics Career Development Office. Questions? Contact Ilsa May at ilsa.may@wisc.edu

Crafting Abstracts for Undergraduate Research, Scholarly, and Creative Work (February 22)

4:30-6:00pm

6191 Helen C. White Hall

If you are looking for guidance as you write and fine-tune your abstract or artist’s statement for your Undergraduate Symposium application (or other opportunities), this session will teach you strategies for summarizing your work effectively and concisely, and it will offer you a chance to get feedback on your writing. Light refreshments will be provided. For more information, see https://writing.wisc.edu/event/crafting-abstracts-for-undergraduate-research-scholarly-and-creative-work/. You can register for this workshop here.

Equity & Inclusion Career & Internship Fair (February 22)

5:00-7:00pm

Union South – Varsity Hall

View Employers & Register on Handshake

The Equity & Inclusion Career and Internship Fair is an opportunity for our diverse UW-Madison student population to meet with organizations across of variety of industries that are actively seeking diverse talent. This event is specifically designed to provide career opportunities for underrepresented student job seekers (first-generation, low-income, students of color, LGBTQ+, and other marginalized social identities). UW-Madison students will have the opportunity to connect with companies recruiting talent for a wide variety of internship and full-time positions. Don’t have a resume, or are you an early year student just exploring your future options? Still come check out the fair! This fair is intended to be a low-key, easier to engage opportunity to meet with employers.

Launching Your International Career (February 22)

4:00-5:00pm

1418 Van Hise Hall

Interested in working or interning abroad? Join International Academic Programs (IAP) and the Language Institute to learn about international job/internship search strategies and how to build your professional network. We’ll help you develop your next steps toward future international work experiences! More information: go.wisc.edu/language-events

Spring CIA Campus Events (February 22 and 23)

Various times

SuccessWorks, 3rd floor University Bookstore

On February 22 and 23, representatives from the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) will be visiting campus to connect with students and share information about internships and full-time careers. Capacity is limited and seats will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Internships & Careers with CIA

Thursday, February 22

12:00-1:00pm

Simulation – What it’s like to use your skills in the Directorate of Operations

Thursday, February 22

1:30-3:00pm

CIA Office Hours (30 minutes each)

Friday, February 23

9:00am-4:00pm

*Drop-ins will also be offered during these times, but availability and timing are not guaranteed outside of scheduled appointments.

Recruiters will be available to conduct in-person 1-on-1 informal sessions with students to discuss potential internship and career opportunities. The 1-on-1 session will include details about application processes and suggestions for making yourself competitive for employment, including tips for writing cover letters and resumes, and preparing for an interview with CIA. Undergraduates and Graduates of all academic disciplines are encouraged to participate.

Register now to save your spot! Please note that you must specify which session(s) you plan to attend in order to successfully register. If a session you are interested in does not appear on the registration form, it is full. Check back later to see if spots open up.

Virtual Employer Mock Interviews: Technology & Business (Register by February 28; interviews March 1)

Timeslots available 10:00am-3:00pm

Employer mock interviews are as real as it gets, but without the stress or pressure of an actual interview. Whether you’re a first-year student or a graduating senior, you’re encouraged to participate. Plus, you’ll get to meet and learn from an employer in your field of interest. Sign up to participate in a virtual mock interview and receive helpful feedback, build your skills, and increase your confidence when it comes to interviewing. Participating employers include American Family Insurance Group, Epic, Google, Pacific Cycle, AlphaSights, Associated Bank and more!

Time slots are limited and are first-come first-served. Students may sign up for one timeslot.

Learn more & sign up here today!

Peace Corps Week Events (February 26-29)

Application Workshop

February 26, 4:00-5:30pm

260 Bascom Hall

Come to this workshop with the Writing Center and the PC Recruiter to learn all about the online application, federal resume and motivation statement. Advance registration is requested.

Round Table atCALS Global Day: Wisconsin and the World

February 27, 12:00-3:00pm

Varsity Hall in Union South

Part of CALS Global Day, Round Tables provide a chance to network, learn more about opportunities on campus, and workshop your ideas for global engagement.

Peace Corps Story Slam 2024: “A Life Unimagined”

February 28, 7:00-9:00pm

The Play Circle in Memorial Union

Come to hear speakers from almost every geographic area of Peace Corps as they entertain and engage you in stories from their service.

Peace Corps Info Session

February 29 2:00-3:30pm

Study Abroad Resource Center, 3rd Floor Red Gym

Join the campus recruiter and other RPCVs at this information session to learn about Volunteer experiences, ask questions about service, and gain tips to guide you through the application process. This event is co-sponsored by International Academic Programs.

Upcoming Virtual Alumni Career Panels (Various dates)

These informal virtual panel discussions, hosted by SuccessWorks, will include tips and advice from UW alumni who work in the fields below. Feel free to drop in whenever you like to listen, but you’ll also have the opportunity to ask questions and make professional connections.

Alumni Career Panel: Media Production & Marketing

February 21 @ 12:00-1:00pm

Alumni Career Panel: Mental Health Counseling

February 29 @ 12:00-1:00pm

Alumni Career Panel: Public Policy

March 5 @ 12:00-1:00pm

Alumni Career Panel: Machine Learning

March 11 @ 12:00-1:00pm

Alumni Career Panel for International Students

March 12 @ 12:00-1:00pm

Alumni Career Panel: Spanish Language in Practice

April 4 @ 4:00-5:00pm

To further explore this language and the applications in which it can be spoken, this panel will be hosted in Spanish. Both the moderator and the panelist will be speaking and answering student questions in Spanish, while students of all Spanish proficiency levels are welcome to attend! The use of English, Spanish and Spanglish while interacting with panelists is encouraged!

Summer 2024 Internships and Funding

SuccessWorks Internship Stipends (Due March 31)

Applications for Summer 2024 internship stipends from SuccessWorks are now open! For students with unpaid internships, or internships in high-cost locations, the SuccessWorks Internship Fund provides support payments of up to $5,000. Preference is given to undergraduate students completing unpaid internships or those who would not be able to participate in the internship without financial support. Students who are underrepresented in their school, major, and/or industry are also prioritized. For more information or to apply, see https://successworks.wisc.edu/ls-finding-an-internship/money-for-your-internship/.

Summer Internships, Milwaukee Public Museum (Due March 1)

The Milwaukee Public Museum has an opening for an exhibit content intern and two openings for a field survey internship for Summer 2024. The exhibit content intern would support the creation of an exhibit by researching the history of MPM, finding valuable assets to use in the exhibit, and helping to shape the interpretive structure of the exhibit, which will highlight the significance of MPM to the city and the importance of creating a strong foundation for the Museum’s future. The internship will be primarily self-led, with daily check-ins and assignments as needed.

The Harbor District and Milwaukee Public Museum field survey internships will be carried out in partnership with Marquette University, Harbor District, Inc (HDI), and the Milwaukee Public Museum (MPM). This project will collect baseline data about the biotic communities present in the Harbor District in order to inform future ecological restoration work and support research projects in collaboration with other community-science partner sites across Wisconsin. Rigorous data collection and analysis will be crucial to formulating and evaluating strategies to increase urban biodiversity. Processing, identification, and preservation of samples for long-term storage will occur at MPM.

Internships are located at the Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 West Wells Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and may include outside field work. Internships are available annually June-August, with a $2,000 stipend, plus $500 travel benefit. Interns will be required to complete a W9 tax form and background check. Housing and transportation are not provided. Applications will be accepted until March 1, 2024. For more information, see https://www.mpm.edu/about/join-our-team/internships.

History-Specific Events and Opportunities

Peer Advisors, Department of History (Due February 26)

Queer Archive Drive (February 28)

5:00-8:00pm

Gender and Sexuality Campus Center in the Red Gym (716 Langdon St.)

Join us in contributing to the UW-Madison Archives by writing our own history! Bring items (pins, posters, letters, etc.) you want to donate or come and share your stories by participating in a written or oral testimony! Snacks will be available and extra treats upon completing your donation! For more info, see this flyer on Instagram.

2024-25 Internships, George L. Mosse Program in History (Due Friday, March 1)

Summer Internships, Office of District Court Judge Thomas Gilligan (Due March 1)

To apply, send a resume and a short statement of interest describing how this internship aligns with your career goals to Christina by 4:00 p.m. on March 1. Note that these internships are competitive and they are eligible for summer funding from the Department.

Various Internships, American Folklife Center, Library of Congress (Due March 1)

The American Folklife Center pairs robust cultural programming with the world’s largest ethnographic archive. Interns will be exposed to a broad spectrum of public programs and archives work: artist liaison, production, preservation, reference, access standards, and information management. Depending on the specific project they are assigned, interns will assist staff with coordinating and producing public programs; archival processing of special collections in many different formats; managing digital outreach activities and communications; or supporting reference and research activities. Near the end of their appointment at the Library, the interns will reflect on their projects and experiences by producing a blog post, as well as a presentation for AFC staff.

These are paid, on-site internships. For more information and application instructions, see https://app.joinhandshake.com/stu/jobs/8715198.

Phi Alpha Theta Study Jam (March 3)

12:00-4:00pm

2258 College Library

Our next Study Jam will be on March 3rd in room 2258 of College Library from noon-4 p.m.! It will be the perfect place to get some homework done, study for midterms, and hang out with some fellow PAT people. We hope to see you there.

History Department Undergraduate Awards (Now open; applications due March 20)

Volunteers and Interns, Missing in Action Recovery and Identification Project (Ongoing)

The UW Missing In Action (MIA) Recovery and Identification Project is looking for historical research volunteers to help investigate Wisconsin MIA soldiers, mostly from WWII. If you have an interest in cold case investigations, WWII history, working in a diverse academic environment, and a positive climate, this opportunity may be the right mission for you. If you are interested, please email MIA@biotech.wisc.edu and/or submit a Google volunteer form at https://forms.gle/HKG1TnCLTpGzeyZP6. For more information, please visit the Project’s website: https://www.biotech.wisc.edu/missing-in-action. Summer 2024 interns are eligible to apply for funding from the Department. Interns will work approximately 10 hours per week.

Events and Workshops

Virtual Employer Mock Interviews: Technology & Business (Register by February 28; interviews March 1)

Timeslots available 10:00am-3:00pm

Time slots are limited and are first-come first-served. Students may sign up for one timeslot.

Learn more & sign up here today!

Peace Corps Week Events (February 26-29)

Application Workshop

February 26, 4:00-5:30pm

260 Bascom Hall

Come to this workshop with the Writing Center and the PC Recruiter to learn all about the online application, federal resume and motivation statement. Advance registration is requested.

Round Table at CALS Global Day: Wisconsin and the World

February 27, 12:00-3:00pm

Varsity Hall in Union South

Part of CALS Global Day, Round Tables provide a chance to network, learn more about opportunities on campus, and workshop your ideas for global engagement.

Peace Corps Story Slam 2024: “A Life Unimagined”

February 28, 7:00-9:00pm

The Play Circle in Memorial Union

Come to hear speakers from almost every geographic area of Peace Corps as they entertain and engage you in stories from their service.

Peace Corps Info Session

February 29 2:00-3:30pm

Study Abroad Resource Center, 3rd Floor Red Gym

Dogs on Call (Various dates in March)

Dogs on Call will resume its campus visits in March. Meet Millie, the black lab, and her friends at the following locations:

Tuesday, March 56:00-7:30pmIngraham Hall Room 19Thursday, March 76:30-7:30pmNoland Hall Room 168

Tuesday, March 126:30-7:30pmSteenbock Library Biocommons Rm Tuesday, March 196:30-8:00pmChadbourne Hall

On-Campus Jobs

Peer Advisors, Summer SOAR (Due February 25)

Cross-College Advising Service (CCAS) is currently hiring Summer SOAR Peer Advisors ($15/hr., 19 hrs/week). Our CCAS SOAR peer advisors will help new students explore majors, understand academic requirements, and enroll in classes. No prior experience is necessary; training on both academic content and advising skills will be provided. Many professional development and resume-strengthening opportunities are included with these positions. Applications are due February 25. For more information, see the position description here.

Summer 2024 Internships and Funding

SuccessWorks Internship Stipends (Due March 31)

Intern, Radio Reporter, MPR News (Apply NOW; open until filled)

As a reporting intern, you will be an important part of MPR News. You will help our regional newsroom identify how to deliver journalism to a younger audience in different ways, using audio, as well other formats. This will help us grow new audiences, which is a key strategic goal for the company. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to researching, reporting, and writing news stories as assigned; conducting interviews using radio recording equipment that we provide; editing audio, recording narration, mixing stories ranging from 1 to 4 minutes in length; learning to pitch stories that fit, but also may stretch, MPR News’ formats; and writing stories for MPRNews.org.

This is a FULL-TIME paid position ($18/hr) between June 10 and August 30. For more information, see https://app.joinhandshake.com/stu/jobs/8632416.

Sports Social Media Internships, Warner Bros. Discovery (Apply NOW)

We have multiple Sports Social Media internship opportunities available. By applying to this posting, you will be considered for all internship opportunities within this area. These internships will be located in the New York City area. The selected interns will be expected to join us in the office on a regular cadence based on the intern managers in office schedule. Internships could include House of Highlights Production Intern, House of Highlights Social Programming Intern, Social Programming Intern, BR Gaming Social Media Intern, and Bleacher Report Kicks Social Content Intern.

These are paid positions ($19/hr) and are on-site internships. Applications are due Friday, March 15, but submit your application as soon as possible – applications could close earlier due to applicant volume! For the full announcement and application instructions, see https://app.joinhandshake.com/stu/jobs/8699501.

Summer Internships, Milwaukee Public Museum (Due March 1)

The Milwaukee Public Museum has an opening for an exhibit content intern and two openings for a field survey internship for Summer 2024. Internships are located at the Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 West Wells Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and may include outside field work. Internships are available annually June-August, with a $2,000 stipend, plus $500 travel benefit. Interns will be required to complete a W9 tax form and background check. Housing and transportation are not provided. Applications will be accepted until March 1, 2024. For more information, see https://www.mpm.edu/about/join-our-team/internships.

Communications and Non-Profit Internship, Institute for the Study of War (Due April 19)

ISW is offering remote, hybrid, and in-person internships for Summer 2024. The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) is committed to training the next generation of national security leaders through its innovative educational programs. ISW offers internships across diverse research portfolios and departments, including Russia, China, and Iran’s proxy networks. ISW also offers internships in Geospatial Intelligence and National Security Technologies and in non-profit management, including Business Development and Editorial. Communications Interns will hone their skills supporting a variety of communications functions, including media relations and monitoring, writing and copyediting, social media monitoring and management, digital content creation, and media and policy research. For more information and application instructions, see https://app.joinhandshake.com/stu/jobs/8622887.

Internships, National Journalism Center (Due April 24)

The National Journalism Center’s 12-week summer program combines on-the-job training and once-weekly seminars led by prominent journalists, public policy experts, and NJC faculty. NJC students are placed at print, broadcast, or online media outlets around the greater Washington, D.C., area, according to the student’s interests and experience. Potential work placements include the Hill, C-SPAN, the Washington Examiner, and more. Program attendees spend on average 35 to 40 hours per week at their respective work placements, gaining practical, firsthand reporting experience.

These are paid internships ($1500/month) conducted in-person. For more information, see https://app.joinhandshake.com/stu/jobs/8557808.

Publishing Ethics and Intellectual Property Rights Intern, IEEE (Due May 29)

The summer intern position with the Publishing Ethics and Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) office will provide the intern with hands-on work experience and will give the student personal insight into the role of publishing ethics in the publication process as well as the adjudication of detected misconduct. The intern will also learn other areas of importance in publishing, such as copyright and open access. The intern will assist the Publishing Ethics Team with receiving, processing and tracking of publishing misconduct cases sent to the IEEE Publications office; collect case information from complainants and record it in the EthicsPoint database, creating a digital archive for each case on the office’s network drive, and preparing case documents to be used by staff and volunteers; assist with database consolidation, as well as metrics gathering for publishing ethics reports; research and gather online data regarding individuals and articles involved with misconduct complaints, and perform other tasks as assigned.

This is a hybrid, paid internship ($20.50/hr). For more information, see https://app.joinhandshake.com/stu/jobs/8463958.

Summer/Academic Year Internships

Communications Intern, Green Bay Packers (Due March 1)

This is a paid internship that runs through the NFL season – May 2024 to March 2025. The intern assists communication staff in a range of duties, including (but not limited to) managing all aspects of online newspaper and magazine clippings on a local and national level, including distribution; assisting in compilation of team statistics, connections, series history, weekly update and maintenance of supplemental stats package; writing in-season, supplemental bios of select players; assisting with all aspects of information distribution including press releases, NFL releases, daily clips, overnight packet material, game notes and statistics, and producing flip card for all home games. For the full description and application instructions, see https://app.joinhandshake.com/stu/jobs/8669850.

Full-Time Internships

Editorial Intern, Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting (Due August 20; position starts June 1)

The Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting is seeking a creative, detail-oriented, and high-energy person to support our organization as an Editorial Intern. Our aim is to find a candidate who shares our passion for raising awareness of critical global issues. The intern will build and post stories from our grantees and Reporting Fellows for our website; support production of multimedia and related media assets of grantees’ projects; write and post blogs related to reporting content, events, and news about the Pulitzer Center.

This is a year-long, full-time paid internship that can be done remotely. For more information, see https://app.joinhandshake.com/stu/jobs/8711776.

March

2023 Career and Internship Announcements

August

Scholarships and Awards

Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Graduate Fellowship (Due September 21)

The Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Graduate Fellowship program supports individuals interested in careers in the State Department Foreign Service through graduate studies, internships, and professional development. Foreign Service Officers represent the United States in countries around the world by promoting human rights, assisting American citizens overseas, enhancing prosperity and development, deepening ties between the United States and people around the world, and supporting U.S. global values and interests. This opportunity is open to eligible college seniors and graduates with any undergraduate major. The Fellowship encourages the application of members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service, women, and those with financial need. The program offers (among other benefits) up to $42,000/year towards tuition and living expenses for a two-year master’s program in an area of relevance to the State Department Foreign Service at a U.S Based Institution. For more information, see here.

Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Graduate Fellowship (Due September 28)

The Rangel Graduate Fellowship is a program that aims to attract and prepare outstanding young people for careers in the Foreign Service of the U.S. Department of State in which they can help formulate, represent, and implement U.S. foreign policy. In 2024, the Rangel Program plans to award 45 fellowships of up to $42,000 annually for a two-year period for tuition, room, board, books, and mandatory fees for completion of a two-year master’s degree. This includes up to $24,000 per year for tuition and mandatory fees and an academic year stipend of $18,000. At the conclusion of two years of study, the Rangel Fellow is expected to have obtained a degree in international affairs or another area of relevance to the work of the Foreign Service at a graduate school approved by the Rangel Program. For more information and applicatoion instructions, see here.

William D. Clarke, Sr. Diplomatic Security Fellowship (Due October 1)

The William D. Clarke, Sr. Diplomatic Security Fellowship is now accepting application for the 2024 cohort. This two-year graduate fellowship program funded by the U.S. Department of State provides up to $84,000 in academic funding over two years, two summer practicums, professional development, and mentorship, culminating in an appointment in the Foreign Service as a Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) Special Agent. This fellowship is a great opportunity for talented students who plan to pursue a master’s degree and are interested in a career traveling the world as a DSS Special agent. The application deadline is October 1, 2023, at 11:59 pm (ET). For more information and application instructions, see here.

Events and Info Sessions

College Diversity Network Virtual Career Fair (September 27)

2-5 p.m. CT

The College Diversity Network (CDN) connects diverse students and early career professionals with world-class employers that value diversity in the workplace. The next College Diversity Network Virtual Career Fair will take place on September 27, 2023, from 2:00–5:00pm CT. Connect with the country’s top employers. Organizations such as Dell, Deloitte, Merck, HP, Walgreens, Hallmark, the Federal Reserve Bank, Wells Fargo, Ericsson, and NASA have all attended past events. Learn more about the event here.

On-Campus Jobs

Multiple Positions, Center for Leadership and Involvement (Due August 3)

The Center for Leadership and Involvement is seeking enthusiastic undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in leadership and are looking to support others in finding their leadership potential. We are hiring for multiple positions:

Leadership Certificate Student Coordinator. This position advises students pursuing the Leadership Certificate, plans for celebration events, and assists the Leadership Development Specialist in all things related to the program. If this position interests you, please apply at this link.

Leadership @ UW Student Coordinator. This person works with partners across campus to promote and share resources related to the UW Madison Leadership Framework. This job is never the same from day to day because you get to work with so many diverse groups across campus. If this position interests you, please apply at this link.

Wisconsin Experience Bus Trip (WEBT) Student Coordinator. This student will work closely with another student to plan a week long bus trip throughout Wisconsin. WEBT takes UW students to experience Wisconsin sights, communities, industries, and leaders. If this position interests you, please apply at this link.

Circulation Student Assistant, College Library (Due August 18)

College Library is hiring Circulation Student Assistants for the fall semester – primarily for morning shifts and the 10 p.m.-8 a.m. overnight shift. This is a paid position ($12/hr daytime shifts; $14/hr overnight shifts). For more information and the available shifts, please see here. Please indicate your availability during the needed hours.

Office Assistant and Graphic Design/Communications Assistant, Center for Research on College-Workforce Transitions (Due August 31)

The Center for Research on College-Workforce Transitions is recruiting and office assistant and a graphic design/communications assistant for the fall! Our mission at CCWT is to generate evidence, educational programs, and research tools that promote the career development and wellness of students as they seek post-graduate success. These are paid positions ($14/hr; under 8 hours/week).

The office assistant will assist with processing expenses, coordinating activities and events, performing general clerical tasks, planning events, and other duties related to running the Center. For more information, see here.

The communications assistant with formatting publications, creating social media content, maintaining our website, and other duties related to implementing our communications strategy. For more information, see here.

Fall 2023 Internships

Various Internships, Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars (Deadlines vary)

The Woodrow Wilson Center for Scholars is consistently regarded as one of the nation’s leading think tanks. The Center offers a wide range of part-time, paid internship opportunities to current, recent, or returning college students. Wilson Center interns have the opportunity to develop both research and professional skills, and to participate in the numerous activities and events held at the Center. Availability of positions generally corresponds to the beginning of the fall, spring, and summer terms. The Wilson Center has two different internship programs (Research Assistant internships and Staff Assistant internships) with separate applications and deadlines. For a full description of the programs and a listing of open internships, see here.

Various Internships, Institute for the Study of War (Due August 10)

The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) is committed to training the next generation of national security leaders through its innovative educational programs. ISW seeks motivated and experienced college students or recent graduates to join our intern team. ISW offers internships across diverse research portfolios and departments, including Russia, China, Afghanistan, and Iran’s proxy networks. ISW also offers internships in National Security & Intelligence Analysis and in non-profit management, including Business Development and Editorial. For a listing of these internships, see here or here. ISW accepts OPT/CPT and these positions carry a monthly stipend.

Fall Internships, Office of Congressman Mark Pocan (Due August 15)

The Office of Congressman Mark Pocan is accepting applications for Fall 2023 internships. Our district office handles casework, outreach, policy, and local community issues. Interns are primarily tasked with handling casework intake and drafting constituent correspondence. We ask for a 10-15 hour a week commitment and schedule around work and academic commitments. Our office has teamed up with a state legislative office for interns to learn the differences and similarities between state and federal policymaking. Interns will be offered the opportunity to shadow in a state legislative office for day. Interns will also talk to staff members about their careers and fields of interest. We also provide students with seminars on how to read legislation and how the federal budget process works. Internship applications can be submitted at our website.

Spring 2024 Internships

White House Internship Program (Due August 18)

The White House Internship Program is a public service leadership and development program that provides emerging leaders with an opportunity to gain valuable skills while supporting the work of the White House and furthering the priorities of the Biden-Harris Administration. This program provides paid internships across the Executive Office of the President. Interns participating in the White House Internship Program will support the White House Office and the Office of the Vice President. Sessions begin in January 2024.

Interested candidates can find the Program’s online application at WH.gov/intern. The website also features additional information about the Program, including a “Frequently Asked Questions” section. Prospective candidates with questions about the Program, as well as college/university administrators, faculty, campus leadership, and others interested in more information to share with their communities can reach out to the White House Internship Program team at internship@who.eop.gov.

September

History-Specific Opportunities

Reminder: Seats Open in History 300: History at Work!

History at Work, the Department’s professional development and career exploration class, has seats open for the fall semester! In this course, you’ll hear from History alumni who have been successful in a wide range of fields, including sports management, media/communication, international human rights, museum education, publishing, law, and more! You’ll also learn how to put together a compelling resume and cover letter, conduct an informational interview, and give a successful “elevator pitch.” The course meets Wednesdays from 12:05 to 12:55 and can be taken for 1 or 2 credits (the 2-credit option has a discussion section that meets Wednesdays from 1 to 1:50). To register, see Course Search & Enroll!

Wisconsin 101 Research/Writing Internships (Due September 15)

Wisconsin 101 is looking for History majors/Certificate students to research and prepare essays for inclusion in its digital museum. Student authors may propose their own objects or choose an object from the site’s list. Submissions generally include two or three essays of between 500 and 700 words each, all based on primary and secondary source research.To apply, please submit a PDF of your résumé and a cover letter of two paragraphs explaining your experience using archival sources, writing, and working in museum studies or public history and the relevance of an internship with Wisconsin 101 to your academic and professional interests to wi101@history.wisc.edu no later than September 15.

Call for Papers, Undergraduate History Journal at Illinois (Due September 19)

The Undergraduate History Journal at Illinois is currently accepting submissions for our Fall 2023 edition which will be published in December. Submissions can be from any discipline, as long as they focus on a historical topic or approach. The submission deadline is 11:59 PM on Tuesday, September 19.

Submissions must be the original work of the author and should be 10-30 pages in length, excluding references. References should be in Chicago Style footnotes, with the bibliography separated into Primary Sources and Secondary Sources. The paper should be formatted as double-spaced text in 12pt Times New Roman font. The work submitted should not have been previously published or currently be under consideration for publication elsewhere.

History Major/Certificate Open House (September 20)

Curti Lounge, Room 5233 George L. Mosse Humanities Building5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

The Department of History invites new and returning undergraduate students to attend our History Major/Certificate Open House and find out more about the programs and opportunities we offer. Pizza will be served, and attendees will be entered in a drawing to win signed copies of newly published books written by UW-Madison History professors. Come mingle with our advising team and talk to current History majors about their experience and about Phi Alpha Theta, the honor society for students of history!

American Historical Association Undergraduate Lightning Round and Poster Session (Due October 15 and November 15; conference dates January 4-7, 2024)

As the largest gathering of historians, the AHA annual meeting (January 4-7, 2024, in San Francisco, CA) presents an unparalleled opportunity for you to connect with other history students, professors, and historians in a range of fields and professions. The AHA hosts an Undergraduate Poster Session and an Undergraduate Lightning Round, which provide students with a chance to present their research at the conference. Students may apply to both provided that the proposals are unique to each session.

Note: Last year the History Department provided travel funding for four students to attend AHA. We anticipate having travel funding available for the 2024 Annual Meeting as well; please contact Christina for more information (christina.matta@wisc.edu).

Alumni Mentoring (Ongoing)

Want to learn more about what you can do with a major in History? Need help with networking and connecting with folks who have experience working in a particular field, or general advice on getting started towards a career? Consider an alumni mentor! UW History majors have been successful in everything from sports management to IT to historic preservation – and everything in between! – and you can learn from their experiences. Contact Christina at christina.matta@wisc.edu for more information.

Academic Programs

Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program (Due October 1)

Applications for the UW-Madison Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program (McNair Scholars Program) are now open! The McNair Scholars Program is an academic excellence opportunity for undergraduate students with aspirations and strong academic potential for advancing toward doctoral (Ph.D.) study upon completing the bachelor’s degree. The program bridges undergraduate and graduate education through academic, research, and scholarly experiences. Students selected for the McNair Scholars Program join a supportive community of peers, faculty, staff, and alums. To be eligible, applicants must be either a first-generation and low-income student OR a member of a federally defined underrepresented group in graduate education. They must also be a US citizen or a permanent resident, have a minimum GPA of 2.8, and completed 45 college credits. For more information about the program, please visit the McNair Scholars Program website at mcnair.wisc.edu or email at mcnair@cdo.wisc.edu. Applications will remain open on the Wisconsin Scholarship Hub (WiSH) through October 1, 2023.

The McNair Staff is hosting three virtual office hours. Students are welcome to drop in during these times to inquire about the McNair programming, the application, and the new BADGER Series.

September 11^th, 4:00 – 5:00 PM
September 21^st, 10:00 – 11:00 AM
September 27^th, 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Link: https://uwmadison.zoom.us/j/99418659731

Community Engagement and Volunteering

Mentors Needed, BASES (Begins September 11)

BASES stands for “Building Academic, Social, and Emotional Supports for Children Experiencing Homelessness.” BASES is a mentoring program/community-based learning course that partners UW students as mentors with children experiencing homelessness here in the Madison community. (The course is Counseling Psychology 620: Supporting Homeless Children in Schools) Participants in the BASES course will have the chance to learn about urban schooling, educational policy, child development, trauma and psychology, and how structural racism and economic policy intersect with each of these. F

The course meets every other Monday from 3-4:30pm for the entire academic year. Participants must commit for the entire year and are expected to spend I hour each week supporting their mentee at school. In return, students receive three academic credits per semester. Transportation support is provided! The first course meeting will be Monday, September 11 so there is still time to register. Interested students should submit a brief application, accessible at https://forms.gle/9rkB1MTnsEZyp79N8. Once reviewed, students will be provided with permission to enroll.

Badger Volunteers (Due September 15)

Make a difference this fall by joining Badger Volunteers! Select from over 75 in-person and virtual opportunities and volunteer one to four hours once a week to give back to your community. Badger Volunteers registration is now open to all UW–Madison students (undergrad and grad!). Registration closes on Friday, Sept. 15. Find out more at https://morgridge.wisc.edu/get-connected-students/badger-volunteers/.

Events and Info Sessions

Chat with a Diplomat (September 8)

11am-1pm

SuccessWorks (Third Floor, University Bookstore)

Students and recent grads of all majors are invited to meet Susan Falatko, the U.S. Department of State’s Diplomat in Residence for the Midwest, during her upcoming visit to the UW-Madison campus! At these informal drop-in hours, you can learn about Susan’s experiences from her 24-year career as a Foreign Service Officer, plus get the inside scoop about State Department careers, internships, and graduate fellowship opportunities. Stop by the SuccessWorks office on the third floor of the University Bookstore any time between 11am and 1pm on Friday, September 8.

Reminder: Fall Semester Career Fairs (Various dates in September and October)

For more information about or to register for these events, see https://careerfair.wisc.edu/.

Public Service Fair

September 18, 2023 / 3:00pm – 6:00pm

Gordon Dining & Event Center

Fall Career & Internship Fair

September 20, 2023 / 4:00pm – 8:00pm

Kohl Center

Technology, Data & Analytics Career Fair

September 28, 2023 / 4:00pm – 6:00pm

Online via Handshake

Virtual Fall Career & Internship Fair

October 18, 2023 / 3:00pm – 5:00pm

Online via Handshake

Reminder: College Diversity Network Virtual Career Fair (September 27)

2-5 p.m. CT

Equity & Inclusion Career & Internship Fair (October 11)

4:00pm – 7:00pm

Varsity Hall, Union South

View Employers & Register on Handshake at https://wisc.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/36666/.

Fall 2023 Internships

Communication and Social Media Intern, International Rescue Committee (Due September 15)

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Through written communication and careful networking skills, the Social Media Intern will work alongside the Volunteer Coordinator in managing IRC’s outreach and communication efforts. The intern will develop creative ways of expanding the IRC’s presence within the Oakland community by way of social media platforms. Learn and perfect critical marketing, public relations and administrative skills applicable in both the for-profit and nonprofit sectors while contributing to meaningful social change. For more information about the internship, see https://wisc.joinhandshake.com/stu/jobs/8126342.

Post-Graduation Opportunities

Literary Programs Gap Year/Postgrad Fellowship Program, PEN America (Due December 18)

PEN America, a nonprofit organization working at the intersection of literature and human rights, offers a unique learning opportunity for individuals who are passionate about human rights, free speech, and creative expression, and interested in how the nonprofit sector works, specifically in the area of literary and arts public programming, writing workshops and fellowships, and literary awards. This fellowship opportunity will require a commitment of nine months and will provide a stipend of $5,000 dispersed in installments, contingent on the completion of the program. It is ideal for a student seeking to take a “gap year” either post grad, between studies, or pausing undergraduate or graduate school for the 2023-24 academic year.

Applications are due December 18. For more information, see https://wisc.joinhandshake.com/stu/jobs/7892568.

October

History-Specific Opportunities

Apply for ARCHIVE Editorial Board (Due October 22)

Oral History: What is it? And how do I do it? (October 4)

4:30-6:00 p.m.

105 Steenbock or virtual

If you’re interested in doing an oral history interview or project or just wondering what it actually is, this workshop will help. Presented by UW-Madison Archives’ Oral Historian Troy Reeves, this 90-minute session will offer an overview of the art and science of oral history. See the UW Madison calendar entry, https://today.wisc.edu/events/view/184893 for more information, or this link: https://go.wisc.edu/lisqqr will send you the registration portal. If attending virtually, the Zoom link will be sent prior to workshop. If interested in knowing more before registering or have issues when registering (ie it’s full), email Reeves at troy.reeves@wisc.edu.

American Historical Association Undergraduate Poster Session and Lightning Round (Due October 15 and November 15; conference dates January 4-7, 2024)

Alumni Mentoring (Ongoing)

Academic Programs

Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program (Info sessions September 21 and 27; applications due October 1)

The McNair Staff is hosting virtual office hours. Students are welcome to drop in during these times to inquire about the McNair programming, the application, and the new BADGER Series.

September 21^st, 10:00 – 11:00 AM
September 27^th, 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Link: https://uwmadison.zoom.us/j/99418659731

Awards and Scholarships

Luce Scholars Program for Study in Asia (Due October 16)

The Luce Scholars Program provides a year-long internship in an Asian country related to the scholar’s interests. The program is designed to provide an extended period of exposure to an Asian country for highly qualified young Americans who lack extensive knowledge of Asian affairs and who would not gain this knowledge through their normal career trajectories. Any professional field will be considered, except Asian Affairs/Asian Studies. Graduating seniors and recent alumni are encouraged to apply. The application deadline is October 16, 2023. For more information, see https://iris.wisc.edu/funding/students/luce-scholars-program/.

Boren Scholarships for Language Study (Due December 1)

The 2024-25 Boren Award application is now open! Boren Scholarships for undergraduate students) and Fellowships (for graduate students) provide unique funding opportunities for U.S. students to study less commonly taught languages in world regions critical to U.S. interests, and underrepresented in study abroad, including Africa, Asia, Central and Eastern Europe, Eurasia, Latin America, and the Middle East. The UW-Madison campus deadline is December 1, 2023. For more information, see https://iris.wisc.edu/funding/students/boren/.

Events and Info Sessions

Reminder: College Diversity Network Virtual Career Fair (September 27)

2-5 p.m. CT

Law School Expo (October 4)

11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Union South

The Center for Pre-Law Advising is hosting a number of events this semester and the biggest one is right around the corner. The Law School Expo will take place on October 4th, 2023 from 11am to 4pm at Union South, and is free and open to the public.

This event will host dozens of law school admissions representatives in a law school fair from 11am to 3pm. There will be breakout sessions about networking and law school interviews. From 3-4pm, a panel of admissions representatives from different law schools will share how to write a competitive application. Learn more at https://prelaw.wisc.edu/law-school-expo/.

Reminder: Market Your Language Skills: Drop-in Advising (October 9)

Monday, October 9, 1-4pm

1338 Van Hise Hall

Reminder: Equity & Inclusion Career & Internship Fair (October 11)

4:00pm – 7:00pm

Varsity Hall, Union South

This event is specifically designed to provide career opportunities for underrepresented student job seekers (first-generation, low-income, students of color, LGBTQ+, and other marginalized social identities). View Employers & Register on Handshake at https://wisc.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/36666/.

November

History-Specific Events and Opportunities

Multiple Positions, UW-Madison Oral History Program (Apply NOW)

The UW-Madison Oral History Program (OHP)–part of the University Archives is hiring student staff for remainder of the 2023-24 academic year (and possible summer work):

Oral History Project Coordinator. Works with Oral Historian Troy Reeves to oversee all aspects of an oral history project (interviewing, processing, and preparing files for online access). $15/hr

OHP’s Special Projects Student Assistant. Processes extant oral histories, including preparing them for online access. $14/hr

These positions are between 4-10 hours per week, depending on position and student’s availability. To-be-hired students will work primarily remotely. For the full position descriptions and application instructions, see https://docs.google.com/document/d/1S0N8tuzZ2DRGV42q_zpy4euvYcCDLecr54hBYEFqz4g/edit?usp=sharing.

Call for Submissions, History Matters (Due December 15)

History Matters, Appalachian State University’s undergraduate journal of historical research, is now accepting applications. We are dedicated to recognizing top undergraduate work in all historical fields and familiarizing students with the publishing process. The deadline for submissions for the Spring 2024 edition of History Matters is December 15, 2023. For more information, see historymatters.appstate.edu.

Call for Submissions, Michigan Journal of History (Due January 20)

Submissions for the 2023-2024 Michigan Journal of History are now open. Papers must be between 10 and 30 pages in length and have a historical theme. For the full submission requirements, see https://michiganjournalhistory.wordpress.com/submissions/.

Symposium for History Undergraduate Research, Mississippi State University (Abstracts Due February 1; conference dates March 23-24)

The History Department at Mississippi State University invites undergraduate scholars to submit papers for the sixteenth annual Symposium for History Undergraduate Research (SHUR). The symposium will provide students with the opportunity to present their research in the format of an academic history conference and have their work discussed by Mississippi State history professors. The event is scheduled for March 22-23, 2024, on the Mississippi State University campus in Starkville.

For the full conference announcement and paper requirements, see https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iaFCilFR2XSlYZJSe_cgpUVgZPD1j0a8/view?usp=sharing.

Alumni Mentoring (Ongoing)

Professional Development

Call for Proposals, Arts Business Competition (Due December 21)

The University of Wisconsin–Madison’s Arts Business Competition is currently accepting proposals through Thursday, December 21, 2023 until 11:59 p.m. CST. The competition was created in 2009 to encourage UW–Madison students to develop and present a thorough proposal for an arts event, exhibition, performance, series, commercial venture or other artistic project. The Competition is open to students from any major, and projects can feature any arts disciplines. Entries may be from individuals or from teams of up to three. Only the team lead must be a full-time UW–Madison student; other members can be part-time students, students from other colleges or community members.

The top scored finalists advance to compete for the first-place prize of $2,000. Second place is $1,000 and third place is $500. Emerging Artist Awards for a proposal led by an undergraduate student (up to $500) are also available. For the full competition description, see https://drive.google.com/file/d/13VrctO99JYCxGlOg6fQpdn4X7flOQmqt/view?usp=sharing.

Non-History Journals

Call for Submissions, Hemispheres: The Tufts University Journal of International Affairs (Due January 25)

Hemispheres: The Tufts University Journal of International Affairs, is seeking submissions for our 47th volume on the theme of “Currency of Power.” Submissions should be research pieces, approx. 5000-8000 words, written by undergraduates from a broad range of disciplines relevant to international affairs (economics, history, political science, sociology, etc.). Visit this link for the paper requirements and guidelines; please direct all submissions to hemispheres@tufts.edu and ensure compliance with the submission checklist. The deadline is January 25, 2024. If you have any questions, please contact us via hemispheres@tufts.edu.

Events and Info Sessions

First-Generation College Celebration Day Reception (November 8)

4-6 p.m.

Fluno Center (601 University Avenue)

First-Generation Badgers program for a National First-Generation College Celebration Day Reception oon November 8 at the Fluno Center Skyview Room (floor 8). Enjoy FREE food, community, and #FirstGenBadger prizes. Free professional headshots will also be offered. No RSVP necessary. For accommodations, please email Kathy Kuno at kathy.kuno@wisc.edu.

World Language Education Teacher Ed Program Info Session (November 13)

12-1pm

1418 Van Hise Hall

Are you a language student who’s interested in using your passion for language and culture to teach? UW-Madison has a new and innovative World Language Education Teacher Education Program in the Department of Curriculum & Instruction. The program is unique among similar programs by focusing on social justice. Attend this session to learn more about the program components, the admission and application process, and more!

Peace Corps Application Workshop (November 14)

5:30-7:00 p.m.

53 Bascom Hall

Have you decided to apply to the Peace Corps? Come to this workshop with the Writing Center and the PC Recruiter to learn all about the online application, federal resume and motivation statement. This workshop goes over the entire application process with special emphasis on the federal resume and the motivational statement. There will be ample time for questions as well.

Preregistration is appreciated (https://go.wisc.edu/0gs5tt) but please only register if you plan to attend in person. You must be a US citizen over the age of 18 to apply to Peace Corps.

Campus Jobs

Website Project, UW Extension (Due November 9)

The Extension’s Communications & Stakeholder Relations team is hiring a student hourly to help with technical communication work. We are seeking a self-motivated student with strong attention to detail to take the lead on a project to migrate a library of agriculture publications to our online topic hubs. This new position is situated in a friendly, fast-paced environment where we laugh a lot and also get a lot of work done. A person who takes pride in quickly accomplishing high quality work will thrive here!

This position pays $20. For more information and to apply, see: https://studentjobs.hr.wisc.edu/cw/en-us/job/506011/website-project-extension-learning-store-student-hourly.

Spring 2024 Internships

Spring 2024 Internships, Office of Senator Tammy Baldwin (Due November 27)

Interns must be able to work 10 hours per week, and will be compensated at the rate of $15 per hour. Applications will be accepted until November 27 at 11:59 p.m. Schedules are made upon a student’s availability. Please visit https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/help/students/internship-application to apply. If there are any questions, please contact 608-264-5338.

Full-Time/Post-Graduation Positions

Program Coordinator, Fair Housing Council (Due December 1)

The Metropolitan Milwaukee Fair Housing Council (MMFHC) is seeking a Program Services Coordinator II to provide an array of fair housing services to persons residing in Dane County through its satellite office in Madison, Wisconsin. The mission of MMFHC is to promote fair housing throughout the State of Wisconsin by combating illegal housing discrimination, and by creating and maintaining racially and economically integrated housing patterns.

Activities conducted by the Program Services Coordinator II may include (among others) presenting fair housing information to community organizations, housing consumers, social service agencies, faith-based groups, neighborhood organizations, civic groups, and other audiences; building relationships with other nonprofit organizations in Dane County; disseminating fair housing informational materials, and assisting in development of new outreach materials.

The Program Services Coordinator II will staff a full-time position (40 hours per week) based in Madison, Wisconsin. Salary for this position is $45,000-$55,000, depending on experience and qualifications. The Program Services Coordinator II may work a hybrid schedule of in-person and remote work, subject to pre-approval by supervisor(s).

For the full description and application instructions, see https://www.fairhousingwisconsin.com/post/job-announcement-program-services-coordinator-ii-in-madison-wi.

December

History-Specific Events and Opportunities

Senior Thesis Presentations (December 13)

11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Pyle Center Room 235

You are invited to the History Department’s Senior Thesis Presentations, which will be held in Room 235 of the Pyle Center on Wednesday, December 13, between 11am and 2pm. Come hear your classmates’ research on topics such as gender fluidity, race and citizenship, the War on Drugs, AI, and more! A pizza lunch will be provided at 12:10. For the full program, see https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EvV5_KF4eko2RT5f7a2vcfsbDa7QuSPB/view?usp=sharing.

Christina’s note: I encourage everyone who is considering writing a thesis to attend to get a glimpse of the kinds of research you could potentially do!

Call for Submissions, ARCHIVE (Due January 31)

ARCHIVE, UW-Madison’s undergraduate journal of history, is now accepting submissions to be considered for publication in our 27th volume. Any original works will be accepted for review. We encourage submitting scholarly papers, seminar research papers, articles, book reviews, and historical essays by any undergraduate student. Detailed guidelines for submission and past volumes can be found on our website. Please contact Editors-in-Chief Charles Pei (zpei8@wisc.edu) and Thomas Harb (tharb@wisc.edu) with any questions. We will continue accepting submissions until January 31st at 11:59 pm.

Events

Publishing Panel (December 1)

1 p.m.

Via Zoom at https://uwmadison.zoom.us/j/96250682337

Students of all humanities majors are welcome to join this online panel discussion with UW English alumni in book, digital, and educational publishing. They’ll share stories and offer guidance on the industry!

Professional Development/Academic Programs

University of Delaware African American Public Humanities Initiative (Due January 1)

The University of Delaware Department of History is offering competitive five-year scholarships to new graduate students interested in interdisciplinary PhD work in History and African American public humanities through the African American Public Humanities Initiative (AAPHI).

Students can apply for the African American Public Humanities Initiative (AAPHI) funding and support at the same time that they apply for admission to the History PhD program at the University of Delaware. The AAPHI scholarship includes an annual stipend up to $28,000 plus tuition for five years. In addition to the department stipend, AAPHI students receive $4,500 in summer funding for up to five years along with $2,000 in yearly professional development funds to support their research and training. Students must apply by January 1. For more information, see https://www.udel.edu/academics/colleges/grad/prospective-students/grad-admissions/.

Catto-LeCount Fellows Program for Equity and Inclusion (Applications due January 15; Program Dates March 21-23)

The Catto-LeCount Fellows Program exposes students to doctoral study in the discipline of history. During this three day program, Pennsylvania State University faculty and staff demystify the graduate school admissions process and educate participants about the academic profession. All expenses including travel, housing, meals, and course materials are provided by the university. Students also will receive a $250 stipend upon completion of the program. Penn State’s Richards Center, the Department of History, the Latina/o Studies program, and the Department of African American Studies sponsor the program in a collaborative effort to attract and enroll students from underrepresented populations.

This FREE spring program is packed with advising sessions on creating competitive application materials; discussions about the program with current Penn State graduate students; introductions to the doctoral seminar; and an opportunity to connect with students from other schools with similar career goals! Participants can be undergraduates (juniors and seniors), recently graduated, and current MA students or graduates, with an interest in pursuing graduate study in history. Applications must be received by January 15, 2024. For more information, see https://richardscenter.la.psu.edu/fellowships/catto-lecount-fellows-program/.

International Opportunities/Study Abroad

Wolff Fellowship (Due January 29)

Spring 2024 graduating L&S seniors are invited to apply for the Wolff Fellowship, which provides an award of approximately $45,000 to an outstanding graduating senior for a year-long travel, service or study-abroad experience. Please review the application in WiSH at: https://wisc.academicworks.com/opportunities/76521 Deadline for consideration is January 29, 2024.

Fellowships and Scholarships

2024 National Hearst Journalism Fellowship Program (Due January 7)

Fellows will receive training, mentoring and real-world experience alongside top journalists who are using cutting-edge tools to tell stories through data, video, and more. Hearst Fellows are full-time employees with competitive salary and benefits, including health insurance, relocation allowance and housing stipend depending on location. For more information, see https://hearstfellowships.com/.

Richard Ralph Winter Phoenix Rising Humanitarian Scholarship (Due January 21)

This scholarship celebrates one stand out student in service to the community and humanitarian achievement. Eligible candidates must be a second- or third-year undergraduate L&S student who will be enrolled in fall 2024/spring 2025 and must demonstrate a strong record of community/humanitarian service. Students can apply in WiSH now until January 21, 2024. For more information, see https://wisc.academicworks.com/opportunities/70205.

Undergraduate Writing Fellows Scholarship, Fall 2024 (Due March 15)

If you are interested in becoming a Fellow or want to find out more about how to apply, please visit https://writing.wisc.edu/writingfellows/becomefellow/. To apply to the Fellows program, you must have at least two full semesters left at UW-Madison after this spring and be able to take English 403, our three-credit tutor education course, in Fall 2024. The Writing Fellows application is available through the Wisconsin Scholarship Hub (WiSH). The application deadline is March 15, 2024.

Spring 2024 Internships

Spring 2024 Internships, Office of Congressman Mark Pocan (Due December 15)

The Madison office of Congressman Mark Pocan is accepting applications for internships for January-May 2024. Internship applications should be submitted at https://pocan.house.gov/services/internships. Applications are due December 15; for more information, contact Diego Benitez at (608) 258-9800 or Diego.Benitez@mail.house.gov.

Various Internships, Council on Foreign Relations (Due January 21)

At CFR, interns participate in one of the foremost paid internship programs in the foreign policy arena.. Interns are paid a competitive hourly wage while gaining valuable experience through exposure to leading foreign policy experts. For more information, see https://wisc.joinhandshake.com/stu/jobs/8447873.

Summer 2024 Internships

Various Internships, NBCUniversal (Due December 8)

The NBCUniversal Internship Program allows students to unlock their potential by contributing to big projects in meaningful ways that matter. In addition to all of our internships being paid, we will also offer the following for our Summer 2024 interns: paid company holidays; robust networking, learning, and development opportunities; financial assistance to offset expenses for transportation and housing for eligible interns. For more information, see https://www.nbcunicareers.com/internships. Applications are due December 8 but may close early due to applicant volume.

Various Internships, Metropolitan Museum of Art (Due January 10)

Current students and recent graduates can learn about museum practice and gain professional skills in a variety of fields through internships at The Met Fifth Avenue and The Met Cloisters during the the summer. All interns participate in a weekly program that might include talks in the galleries, presentations by staff, lunches with individual staff members, or behind-the-scenes tours of Museum departments. For more information, see https://www.metmuseum.org/about-the-met/internships/undergraduate-and-graduate-students/summer.

2024 Academic Announcements

January

Call for Submissions, ARCHIVE (Due January 31)

Phi Alpha Theta (History Honors Society) Board Applications and National Membership Deadlines!

Board Applications

National Membership

Historical Library/Archives Assistant, Wisconsin Historical Society (Due January 26)

L&S Continuing Students Scholarships Application Open Now!

Eligibility:

LEAP (Law Experience and Advising Program) Applications Now Open!

UW Future Faculty and Historians – Application Deadline: February 9

February

Undergraduate Research Awards – (Due February 13 & February 26)

Market Your Language Skills: Drop-in Career Advising (February 14)

Trivia with Phi Alpha Theta (February 15)

Spring 2024 Internship, Wisconsin 101 (Due February 19)

Oral History: What is it? And how do I do it? (February 22)

Humanities Career Fair (February 23)

Apply for a Bucky Award (February 25)

Department of History Global Perspectives Scholarship for Study/Internships Abroad (Due March 4)

History Department Undergraduate Awards (Now open; applications due March 20)

March

Upcoming History Honors Society Events

Arts and Crafts Night with the Art History Society

History Symposium

Study Jam

T-Shirts

Associated History Events

Wisconsin in Washington – Updates and Deadline for Fall 2024 (3/8)

Fall 2024 Application Open – Deadline March 8

Information Sessions & Advising

Fulbright Week at UW-Madison – coming March 4-8

Tuesday, March 5, 2024, 5:00-6:00pm – Fulbright US Student Program information session – focus on study/research/arts awards

Wednesday, March 6, 2024, 11:00am-1:00pm – Fulbright drop-in office hours

Wednesday, March 6, 2024, 1:00-2:00pm – Fulbright US Student Program information session – focus on English teaching assistant awards

Thursday, March 7, 2024, 8:00-9:00am – Coffee with the Fulbright Commissions and Posts

2023 Academic Announcements

August

September

History Study Abroad Scholarship (Due Monday 9/25)

Eligibility Criteria

Selection Criteria

Study Abroad Fair (Tuesday, September 26th)

Visit our Advising Stations

Explore Programs

Connect with Returning Study Abroad Students

New Suicide Prevention Training for UW-Madison Students—Available on Canvas

Apply for ARCHIVE Editorial Board (Due October 22)

Oral History: What is it? And how do I do it? (October 4)

American Historical Association Undergraduate Poster Session and Lightning Round (Due October 15 and November 15; conference dates January 4-7, 2024)

Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program (Info session 27; applications due October 1)

October

Deadline to Apply to the ARCHIVE Editorial Board – October 29th

UHS Mental Health Services Advisory Board – Seeking Student Applicants

Penn History Review Fall 2023 Issue

CHLI Spring Global Fellows Program

November

Student Positions Available at the UW Oral History Project – Apply As Soon As Possible

What’s a HEX Scholar? Apply now to the Public Humanities Exchange

Application open Nov 1 – 30: Certificates in public policy and health policy

Peace Corps Application Workshop–Nov. 14, 2023

Spring Internship with Senator Baldwin

Internship Description

December

2024 Career and Internship Announcements

January

History-Specific Events and Opportunities

Phi Alpha Theta (History Honors Society) National Membership Deadlines (Due January 23)

Historical Library/Archives Assistant, Wisconsin Historical Society (Due January 26)

Call for Submissions, Gateway History Journal (Due February 4)

UW Future Faculty and Historians (Due February 9; program dates May 21-24)

Digital Curation Internship, Chicago History Museum Digital Curation (Due February 15)

Professional Development/Academic Programs

Catto-LeCount Fellows Program for Equity and Inclusion (Applications due January 15; Program Dates March 21-23)

Law Experience and Advising Program (Applications due January 26; program dates March 25-28)

Education & Communications Fellows and Land Stewardship Fellows, Aldo Leopold Foundation (Due February 1)

Events and Workshops

Navigating USAJOBS & Introduction to Federal Resume Writing (January 11 or 16)

International Opportunities/Study Abroad

Wolff Fellowship (Due January 29)

Deadline to Apply to the ARCHIVE Editorial Board – October 29^th

**Call for Submissions, Undergraduate History Journal at Illinois (Due February 11)**