Join the Latin American and Caribbean Studies Program for a Film Screening and Q&A

by Reese Michaelson

Join the Latin American and Caribbean Studies Program, along with the Department of History, Film Studies, and the Honors College, for an exclusive film screening and Q&A with Seth Fein.

When & Where: The screening and Q&A will be…

  • On Wednesday, March 27th, from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
  • In the Septima Clark Auditorium (Education Center room 118)

About the Film: Between Neighborhoods (85′, 2018, 2024) works between original and archival footage to contemplate in split-screen the present and past of imperialism and immigration –– the competition between corporate and social globalizations –– that have orbited Robert Moses’s Unisphere in Queens since the mammoth armillary sphere, the largest rendering of the world in the world, went up for the 1964-1965 New York World’s Fair.

About the Filmmaker: Seth Fein is a historian and filmmaker who lives and works in Jackson Heights, Queens, NYC, where he founded and operates Seven Local Film, where you can sample Between Neighborhoods and his other work.

No registration necessary. For more information, see the provided flyer.

The Application Deadline Has Been Extended for the Washington Semester Program!

by Reese Michaelson

The Washington Semester Program (WSP) offers South Carolina college students the opportunity to spend a semester working and taking classes in Washington D.C., gaining valuable experience while earning academic credit toward their degrees.

The Opportunity: Students live in a historic Capital Hill neighborhood, explore the city through group excursions, all while taking 15 credit hours. 9 credit hours are applied towards a full-time internship in congressional, executive, judicial or private sector offices, which can be applied towards your Honors Immersed requirement.

Great Fit For: Any Honors student! Many CofC Honors students have participated and thrived in this program over the years, with backgrounds ranging from political science to economics to international studies to public health. Participants get firsthand experience with the political process, obtaining skills that will help prepare them for careers in virtually any sphere.

Scholarships Available: The program allocates support for students who demonstrate financial need and awards over $10,000 each year in scholarships.

To Apply: Click here for the application link and instructions. Applications are now being accepted on a rolling basis.

You can find more information about the program here.

Attend a Seminar with Hilton President and CEO Chris Nassetta

by Reese Michaelson

Hilton President and CEO is coming to campus and speaking with students next week!

Details: In this session, Mr. Nassetta will share his insights on leading a global hospitality giant and navigating the ever-changing landscape of the international business scene. Gain invaluable leadership lessons you can apply to your own career development and gain insight on where you can make an impact in a globalized world. The session will be followed by a Q&A moderated by President Hsu!

When & Where: The event will be…

  • On Friday, March 29th, at 2:00 p.m.
  • In the Wells Fargo Auditorium in the Beatty Center

Great Opportunity For: Any accounting, finance, or hospitality students, or anyone with an interest in business or hospitality.

Future Opportunities: Hilton has some incredible post-graduation opportunities for students, including a Revenue Management Center and both one and two-year management training programs. The two-year program includes an option to spend nine months at an international location, a special opportunity for students right after graduation!

To Attend: Scan the QR code on the flyer or click this link to reserve a spot for the event.

For more information, check out the attached flyer 0r go to the registration link.

Information Sessions About Fulbright Awards

by Reese Michaelson

Fulbright provides funding for students to attend graduate school, conduct research, or teach English abroad in over 140 countries worldwide. To learn more about this program, the Office of Nationally Competitive Awards is hosting three info sessions about Fulbright!

When & Where: The three sessions are…

  • on Wednesday, March 20th, at 3:00 p.m. in RSS 248
  • on Tuesday, March 26th, at 2:00 p.m. in RSS 252
  • on Wednesday, April 3rd, at 1:00 p.m. in RSS 252

If you have any questions, email Dr. Woram at nationalawards@cofc.edu.

Join the Honors College for Trivia Night on March 19th!

by Reese Michaelson

The Honors Student Association and Phi Eta Sigma are hosting a trivia night on Tuesday, March 19th, and you’re invited!

When & Where: The competition will be…

  • On Tuesday, March 19th, at 5:30 p.m.
  • At Liberty Fresh Food Company

Benefits: The event is free to attend, but you can compete for very real prizes (and bragging rights)!

Teams: Bring a group of friends or show up and join a team at the event; all are welcome!

To Attend: Click this link to register for the event.

Join the Honors College at the Theatre!

by Reese Michaelson

The Honors College Signature Series is providing free tickets to a performance of Cadillac Crew by the Footlight Players at their downtown Queen Street Playhouse with an exclusive Q&A discussion after the show between our group and director Gary Marshall!

When & Where: The performance will be…

  • On Sunday, March 24th, at 3:00 p.m.
  • At the Queen Street Playhouse (20 Queen Street)

Play Synopsis: On the day of a much-anticipated speech by Rosa Parks during the height of the Civil Rights Movement, four activists working in a Virginia civil rights office wonder whether the proclamation of equality amongst mankind includes women. With remarkable insight and unexpected humor, Cadillac Crew reclaims the stories of the forgotten leaders who blazed the trail for desegregation and women’s rights and asks: when will the world be ready to embrace women in all their capacity?

To Attend: Click here for the registration link. Tickets are free for Honors students!

Join the CofC Generative AI Team!

by Reese Michaelson

Curious about generative artificial intelligence? Check out this opportunity to participate in a Hackathon, take a class on Storytelling with AI, and compete in the IBM 2024 Call for Code Global Challenge for a chance to win $50,000!

The Opportunity: Honors Faculty Fellow Lancie Affonso is hoping to recruit a team of 3-5 CofC students to compete in the April 19th-21st CHS Hack Ops and get feedback on their solution before entering the  IBM 2024 Call for Code Global Challenge. Professor Affonso will also be teaching an exclusive colloquium course in fall 2024 on Storytelling in the Ae of AI.

Timeline:

  • March 29th: Team formed (3-5 students)
  • April 19th-21st: Team participates in CHS HackOps at the Harbor Entrepreneurship Center
  • October 17th: IBM Challenge submissions due
  • December 2024: IBM Challenge winners announced

Students who are interested in joining our CofC Storytelling with AI team for this competition or learning about IBM Skills Build and Red Hat Academy can contact Professor Affonso at affonsol@cofc.edu.