"The world looks to the United Nations for solutions to complex problems everywhere; from ending conflict and alleviating poverty, to combating climate change and defending human rights. The issues on our agenda are manifold and diverse as are the careers we offer." If you think you might be up to the challenge, explore your options at UN Careers. … [Read more...] about International Careers – The United Nations
In a recent blog post for the National Associations of Colleges and Employers, Kevin Collins offered "four ways to help students to showcase their full range of strengths in their applications and interviews." We'll go through them one at a time. Do a Pre-Search Skills Inventory. It has been my experience that a lot of students begin their initial career center … [Read more...] about Showcase Your Strength: Part I
Although, for many law schools, the "Why Us" essay is optional, according to Hillary Mantis, Assistant Dean of the Pre-Law Advising Program at Fordham, "it doesn’t hurt to show interest." She argues that this may be even more important "if it’s a school you are really hoping to attend, especially in a competitive application cycle." To read her advice in the National … [Read more...] about Law School “Why Us” Essays
In a recent article for Arab News, Thomas G. Strong Professor of Middle East Politics, Dr. David Romano, offered some insight into the possible impact of President Biden's administration on the situation in Turkey. Dr. Romano wrote, "In charge of his own administration rather than acting as an aide to Obama’s, Biden could conceivably break new ground regarding Turkey … [Read more...] about The Impact of the Biden Presidency on Turkey
Our Man in Kiev, Glendal Wright, offers a European perspective on recent events in American politics. Like many Americans, Europeans went from one extreme feeling to another within just a few days in January. Even in European countries where public protests and demonstrations are a national pastime, the storming of a Parliament building is very rare. Maybe the French know … [Read more...] about Europe Goes From Shock to a Sigh