JMC Connect: Week of Sept. 16
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In This Issue
Upcoming campus events
RSO events and updates
Opportunities of interest to JMC students
Resources to help you navigate life on campus
Internships and employment postings
One more thing: Jenna Bradford (SRP ‘25)
Events
Field Experience Info Session
Sept. 16, 4 to 5 p.m. in 332 Case Hall. This workshop will cover what satisfies the JMC field experience requirement and explore internship opportunities and resources available to students. This session is especially geared towards those who are planning to complete the requirement in the next few semesters. (A second session will be held on Sept. 23.) Learn more via JMC Events Calendar »
Votes and Totes: National Voter Registration Day
Sept. 17, 1 to 4 p.m. at the MSU Broad Art Museum. Your voice, your vote! Still need to register? Stop by on National Voter Registration Day to get signed up. Screen print a tote bag or make a postcard to help amplify the importance of registering to vote in the upcoming election. Learn more via Broad Art Museum »
The JMC Voter Registration Day event shared in last week’s newsletter will have a new date later this semester.
Constitution Day Lecture: Disinformation, Demagoguery, and the First Amendment
Sept. 17, 5 to 7 p.m. in 338 Case Hall. JMC welcomes Dr. Charles Zug, Kinder Assistant Professor of Constitutional Democracy and Assistant Professor of Political Science in the Truman School of Government and Public Affairs, for the 2024 Constitution Day Lecture. Zug's talk will try to show why demagoguery has all but ceased to be intelligible to us — even in cases where it is obviously relevant, like misinformation in the 21st century. Learn more via JMC Events Calendar »
Study Abroad Info Session: Dubai Winter Break
Sept. 18, 4 to 5 p.m. in 332 Case Hall. Join Dr. Russell Lucas to learn more about The Globalization of Consumerism and Community study abroad opportunity in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Students will travel to Dubai during Winter Break (Jan. 3-11, 2025) to explore the cultural, social and political effects of contemporary globalization in Dubai. Interested students unable to join in person can email Prof. Lucas (relucas@msu.edu) for a Zoom link. Learn more via JMC Events Calendar »
Wednesday with Madison: Faculty Research Night
Sept. 18, 5 to 8 p.m. in 332 Case Hall. Join JMC Student Senate for this semester's Faculty Research Night with Drs. Amy Simon and Siddharth Chandra. Enjoy dinner from Boiling Pots. Learn more via JMC Events Calendar »
JMC Dean’s Drop-In Office Hours
Sept. 19, 1 to 3 p.m. in S369L Case Hall. Meet with JMC Dean Cameron Thies during drop-in office hours. Stop by to discuss your experiences at the college, questions you may have about your academic journey or ideas you have for future programming.
Study Abroad Info Session: Global Development in South Asia Summer Program
Sept. 19, 4 to 5 p.m. in 332 Case Hall. Students in this program will travel to India and Sri Lanka in May-June 2025 and be introduced to real-world development problems and to potential solutions to long-standing and emerging challenges. A combination of classroom lectures and field visits figures prominently in this program, contributing to a rich, interactive learning experience. Learn more via JMC Events Calendar »
Empower the Future: 2024 Youth Summit on Politics and Activism
Sept. 20, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in WKAR Television Studio A. Join MSU Museum for the 2024 National Youth Summit, a pivotal event focused on politics and elections. Gain insights into how you can get involved in national and local elections and activism, and learn from experts about shaping our democracy. Learn more and register to attend via MSU Museum »
Coffee and Chat with Roza Otunbayeva
Sept. 21, 1 to 2 p.m. in 332 Case Hall. Join a special Coffee and Chat with Roza Otunbayeva, former President of the Republic of Kyrgyzstan and current UN Envoy to Afghanistan. Ask questions and gain unique insights into global leadership, governance and international diplomacy. Learn more via JMC Events Calendar »
Leonard Gilman Lecture – Two Tribes: The Real-Life Story of a Jewish-Native American
Sept. 23, 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the MSU Main Library. Emily Bowen Cohen will discuss the childhood memories that inspired her debut graphic novel. Emily traces the history of her Jewish and her Muscogee ancestors, exploring the similarities and differences. She will also reflect on the roots of current representations of Native Americans in popular culture. Learn more via JMC Events Calendar »
Climate Change: Impacts and Resilience Across Kerala, India
Sept. 24, 5 to 6:30 p.m. in 332 Case Hall. Climate change impacts are multifaceted, affecting environment, resources and resource user livelihoods in varying degrees. Climate anomalies affect recruitment, species composition, phenology, distribution and migration of fish resources. Dr. Shyam Salim, Principal Scientist at the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute, will share the experiences of the diverse climate resilience adaptation and mitigation strategies evolved over the years in India. Learn more via JMC Events Calendar »
JMC Lunch Chat
Sept. 25, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at JMC Library, 332 Case Hall. Stop by the JMC Library for a free lunch and great conversation with staff, faculty and fellow JMC students. This event is for current JMC students only.
JMC Walk-In Resume Review and Headshot Night
Sept. 25, 6 to 8 p.m. in 338 Case Hall. Pop by Club Spartan for an express (15-minute) resume review or brainstorming session or to have a professional headshot taken for your Handshake/LinkedIn profiles. No appointment necessary! Learn more via JMC Events Calendar »
JMC Education Abroad Preview
Sept. 25, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at JMC Library, 332 Case Hall. Considering an education abroad program? Unsure about what education abroad entails? Want to know more about the types of programs available? The JMC Education Abroad Preview will help students understand how education abroad programs work and prepare them for the upcoming campus-wide Global Learning Expo (Oct. 2nd). Learn more via JMC Events Calendar »
OJEI Grand Rapids Trip
Sept 28, 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Join the Office of Justice, Equity, and Inclusion for bowling and a visit to Art Prize in Grand Rapids. The group will leave Case Hall at 10 a.m. and return by 6:30 p.m. Space is available for the first 30 students who respond. Please email Assistant Dean Brian Johnson (John3582@msu.edu) to secure a spot.
2024 JMC Stratford Festival Trip: Twelfth Night
Sept. 29. Join James Madison College for a day trip to Stratford, Ont., to see Shakespeare's comedy "Twelfth Night". Ticket purchase ($15) includes your "Twelfth Night" show ticket, bus travel to and from Stratford and snacks on the bus. Due to international travel requirements, this trip is only open to U.S. residents. Learn more and register to attend by Sept. 23 via Eventbrite »
Student Organizations
W.E.B. Du Bois Society Meeting
Sept. 18, 6 p.m. in 336 Case Hall. Join the W.E.B. DuBois Society’s first General Body Meeting of the new school year. Learn more via msudubois on Instagram »
MSU PRISM: Next Meetings
Sept. 19. MSU PRISM is hosting a fun game night with a fun-filled game of Jeopardy, filled with queer culture! Learn more via MSUPRISM on Instagram »
Opportunities
Madison Academic Diversity Initiative (MADI)
Applications are now open for Madison Academic Diversity Initiative (MADI). MADI will connect students to academic resources and networking through mentorship with Madison faculty. Throughout the fall and spring semesters, participants will develop professional connections with JMC faculty, attend monthly cohort meetings, and complete a community service project. Apply via Google Forms by Sept. 30.
Proposals for the Global Learning Conference
The MSU Global Learning Conference features presentations from students returned from international learning experiences and international students currently studying abroad here in East Lansing. Want to share your global learning experience? Here's your chance. Proposals due Sept. 29. More information via the GLC website »
Internships & Employment
JMC Undergraduate Research Assistant
Dr. Russell Lucas is seeking up to three research assistants to assist with the research project “The Effects of 30 Years of Debating the Clash of Civilizations.” Successful candidates will read academic journal articles that use Samuel Huntington’s Clash of Civilizations concept, then categorize the articles and record notes on arguments and methodologies to create a dataset. $15/hour (up to 20 hours/week). Learn more and apply by Sept. 18 on Handshake (search JMC).
YOURE(in)CHARJ: Undergraduate Research Fellow Position
YOURE (In) CHARJ is a student-led, community-based participatory action research (CBPAR) initiative focused on the intersection of climate justice, racial equity and health. This program offers students the opportunity to actively engage in research that directly impacts local communities in rural and urban areas. This application is open to first-year and second-year students from the three residential colleges. Apply by: Sept. 23. Learn more and apply via Qualtrics »
Federal Health Policy Internships Info Session
Sept. 24, 3 p.m. in 337 Case Hall. JMC’s Field Experience Office will be hosting an information session with Dr. Christa-Marie Singleton, Chief Medical Officer for the U.S. Office of Personnel Management. Dr. Singleton will discuss and answer questions about opportunities for students to participate in a remote internship with the OPM working on health policy matters for Spring 2025 and Summer 2025. Learn more via JMC Events Calendar »
Career Services Network: Fall Series
Sept. 16, 1 to 1:45 p.m. Grad & Professional School: Preparing, Exploring, and Applying | CSN Fall Series. Learn more via CSN Website
Sept. 19, 1 to 2 p.m. Connecting Major to Career | CSN Career Exploration. Learn more via CSN Website
Sept. 20, 1 to 2 p.m. Interview & Resume Tips for International Students and Education Abroad Returnees. Learn more via CSN Website
Sept. 23, 3 to 4 p.m. Maximizing Your LinkedIn | CSN Fall Series. Learn more via CSN Website
Teach For America: Kickstart a Career Focused on Equity and Impactful Change
Teach For America offers the chance to gain leadership skills that drive lasting, equitable change in any industry. By working directly with young people, you’ll learn how to tackle educational disparities that foster student success. Join over 64,000 TFA alumni who are transforming communities across education, business, policy, law, medicine and more. Apply by: Sept. 16. Learn more via Teach For America »
Michigan Senate Internship Opportunity
The Office of State Senator Stephanie Chang is seeking fall interns. Interns will provide assistance in the areas of legislation, communications, constituent affairs and general office management. Some responsibilities will include: legislative research and preparing and producing written and visual documents. This is an unpaid position. Hours are negotiable and school credit can be arranged. Learn more via PDF »
Resources
JMC Academic Advising
Beginning Sept. 3, the Drop-In Advising Center is open weekly during the days and times listed below to address any advising needs:
Monday, 1 to 4 p.m.
Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Friday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Visit JMC Advising online for more information about your advising options and how to schedule an appointment with your adviser.
JMC Learning Lab
The JMC Learning Lab officially opens this week:
Writing Center: Need help working through an assignment, essay or presentation? Stop by the JMC Writing Center (341 Case Hall) on Mondays and Thursdays (7 to 10 p.m.) and Tuesdays and Wednesdays (4 to 10 p.m.) throughout the academic year. These drop-in sessions offer peer-to-peer support from upperclassmen across JMC’s majors.
JMC Math Center: The JMC Math Center consultant, Dheeraj Thota, will be available on Mondays from 5 to 7 p.m. via Zoom (passcode: 115170) and on Wednesdays from 5 to 7 p.m. for in-person sessions (341 Case Hall) beginning Sept. 12.
Learn more via the JMC Learning Lab website »
JMC Community Counselor: Drop-In Counseling
James Madison has a dedicated counselor on staff, Courtney Brown, available for drop-in counseling on Mondays from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. (S363 Case Hall). Courtney is available for free, confidential conversations to discuss any mental health concerns you may be facing. Visit MSU CAPS for more information about on-campus mental health resources.
Each week, we offer the last word to a JMC student. This week’s One More Thing is from Jenna Bradford (SRP '25).
Kudos to Jenna Bradford (SRP '25, with a special focus in journalism) who was a student reporter at WKAR’s Election Information Day events. She is pictured onstage above (center) with NPR political report Don Gonyea and MSU journalism master’s student Donté Smith.
Have a suggestion or submission for this newsletter? Contact Jane Deacon (locket20@msu.edu).