What is the Model AU?  It is a simulation of the proceedings of the African Union.  It gives students a chance to study and experience the role, structure, and activities of the AU in the search for solutions to key economic, social, and political-security issues facing Africa.  Students will come away with a better understanding of how African domestic politics intersects with its foreign policies, and the patterns of conflict and cooperation in Africa’s international relations.  Students will also have a chance to meet with African diplomats at their embassies in Washington, D.C.

The Model AU will take place from February 21-24 (which really means being away Feb 20-24) at Howard University in Washington, D.C.  This year, CofC will be representing North Sudan and Burundi.

If interested, register for the following: 
International Diplomacy Studies – 23224 – POLI 266 – 01

From the Matador Network, learn about different scholarship opportunities for students who are interested in traveling to Taiwain over the summer to study the Mandarin language: “Get Paid to Study Chinese in Taiwain”

Application Cycle:

• January – TECRO begins to publicize scholarships for the year.
• March 31 – Application deadline (getting your application in sometime in February will give you an edge).
• Early May – TECRO notifies all applicants of decisions.
• Late May – Students completing a summer term in Taiwan arrive right after the US academic school year ends to register for classes.

Application acceptance for the Rangel International Affairs Summer Enrichment Program will open on October 15.  All application materials must be submitted and received by February 8, 2013.

About the Summer Enrichment Program:

The Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Summer Enrichment Program is a six-week summer program designed to provide undergraduate students with a deeper appreciation of current issues and trends in international affairs, a greater understanding of career opportunities in international affairs, and the enhanced knowledge and skills to pursue such careers. The Program usually selects 15-20 participants (known as “Rangel Scholars”) each year from universities throughout the United States. Students live at Howard University, attend classes, and participate in a variety of programs with foreign affairs professionals at Howard and at diverse locations around Washington, DC.

The Program has two major components. First, in order to enhance participants’ academic preparation to work in international affairs, the Program provides three courses that focus on enhancing knowledge and skills related to U.S. foreign policy, economics and writing. In addition, in order to provide greater insight into the foreign policy-making process and international affairs careers, the Rangel Program introduces the participants to a wide range of government and non-government professionals who work on global issues and also arranges visits to various governmental and non-governmental institutions involved in international affairs. The Program also helps students explore graduate school and professional options in international affairs.

The Summer Enrichment Program will take place from mid-June through the end of July 2013.

To Apply