1.  TODAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Meet The Other Wes Moore: A Conversation with the Best-selling Author

Date:  Wednesday, May 11
Time:  4:00 pm
Place:  Faculty Dining Room, West Building, 8th Floor

Wes Moore is a youth advocate, Army combat veteran, business leader, and NY Times best-selling author. Moore graduated Phi Theta Kappa as a commissioned officer from Valley Forge Military College and Phi Beta Kappa from Johns Hopkins University in 2001 with a bachelor’s degree in International Relations. He completed an MLitt in International Relations as a Rhodes Scholar in 2004, and was named one of Ebony magazine’s “Top 30 Leaders Under 30” for 2007.

On December 11, 2000, The Baltimore Sun ran an article about how Moore, despite his troubled childhood, had just received The Rhodes Scholarship. At the same time, The Sun was running stories about four African-American men who were arrested for the murder of an off-duty Baltimore police officer during an armed robbery. One of the men convicted was just two years older than Moore, lived in the same neighborhood, and in an uncanny turn, was also named Wes Moore. Moore couldn’t shake off the unsettling coincidence, or the inkling that the two shared much more than space in the same newspaper. Told in alternating dramatic narratives that take the reader from heart-wrenching losses to moments of surprising redemption, The Other Wes Moore tells the story of a generation of boys trying to find their way in a challenging and, at times, hostile world.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear Wes Moore speak here at Hunter College!
RSVP to jxavie@hunter.cuny.edu.

2.   Dinner and Conversation Thursday, May 12, With Ellyn McColgan, Formerly of Morgan Stanley and Fidelity

Meet Ellyn McColgan, former president and Chief Operating Officer of the Global Wealth Management Group of Morgan Stanley, on Thursday, May 12, 6 - 8pm, at Macaulay Honors College, 35 West 67th Street.

The dinner will be hosted by Dean Ann Kirschner.

 If you are interested in being a student moderator for this event or have other questions, please contact Alicia Bibbs at (212) 729-2927 or alicia.bibbs@mhc.cuny.edu .

Ms. McColgan was with Morgan Stanley from April 2008 through January 2009. Her distinguished career in the financial services industry includes a lengthy tenure at Fidelity Investments from April 1990 through August 2007, where she served as President of Distribution and Operations from April 2007 through August 2007. She earned a BA in Psychology and Social Studies Education from Montclair State University in New Jersey, as well as an MBA from Harvard Business School.

Go to http://macaulay.cuny.edu/rsvp/?q=node/394 to RSVP.

3.   Film Society of Lincoln Center PR and Marketing Internship

The Film Society of Lincoln Center­America's pre-eminent film presentation organization­has an opening for a PR/Marketing intern this summer. The Film Society celebrates American and international cinema, recognizes and supports new filmmakers, and enhances awareness, accessibility and understanding of the art among a broad and diverse film going audience.

This summer The Film Society will debut the new landmark state-of-the-art Elinor Bunin Munroe Film Center, a multi-screen theater and cultural venue.

The PR and Marketing Intern will oversee outreach and grassroots marketing, as well as participate in Publicity initiatives. The intern will create, manage and update a database consisting of ethnic and cultural organizations throughout the city.

The intern will build relationships and develop partnerships with these organizations, as well as send emails, eflyers and call all contacts on this database and inform them about upcoming and current series, screenings and events. In addition, he/she will market happenings at the Film Society of Lincoln Center to targeted lists. 

The intern will learn how Marketing and Publicity departments are integrated and dependent on each other and the importance of partnership building.  The intern will report to the Associate Director of Marketing and Senior Publicist.

Go to http://www.macaulay.cuny.edu/current-students/internships.php and click on "Macaulay Maintained Internships" on the upper right to learn more.

4.   Macaulay Research Opportunity ­ Social Justice Sexuality

Professor Juan Battle of the CUNY Graduate Center’s Department of Sociology seeks up to five students for the Social Justice Sexuality Initiative.

A key part of this enterprise involves a large, repeated cross-sectional national survey that investigates the sociopolitical experiences of Black, Latina/o, as well as Asian and Pacific Islander lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people. Previous undergraduate researchers have already coded the data.

At this point, the team of professors, graduate students, and undergraduate students are analyzing data, compiling reports, and writing papers for conference presentations and possible publications.

Macaulay students will be expected to engage in every aspect of that endeavor. More specifically, they will assist in analyzing data, conducting literature reviews, finding comparison data, and writing reports.

Additionally, they will be expected to participate in all-team research conference calls and meetings.  Because students will be trained, no specific skills are really needed.

Students interested in the topics of this project, and who are majoring in  the humanities and social sciences, are encouraged to apply.

Go to http://macaulay.cuny.edu/eportfolios/studentresearchassistant/about/ for Macaulay Research Assistant Program guidelines and procedures, and follow this link to apply.

5.   NYU Publishing Institute Paid Summer AV/Media Worker Position

The NYU Publishing Institute at the School of Continuing and Professional Studies seeks a current student or recent graduate to handle AV and Media requests.

The candidate must have excellent command of all A/V functions. Duties include uploading PowerPoint and video, running projectors and handling microphone and computer issues.

At times the student will be asked to escort guest speakers and attend to their needs. Student must be willing to run errands (last minute supplies), handle speaker request, photocopy documents and perform general office duties.

Job Qualifications:

Background and experience working  with A/V and media  equipment; Excellent people skills; must be able to work full-time and be flexible, staying occasional evenings if necessary and adjusting hours accordingly; good organizational skills necessary

Hours and Pay:

June 1 - July 15 from approximately 9am - 5pm with some daily variation of schedule. $10 per hour.

Send letter and resume immediately (subject line "AV/Media Summer Opening") to Jennifer.Goodwin@nyu.edu .

In case you missed this the first time:

6.  Dinner and Conversation Thursday, May 12, With Ellyn McColgan, Formerly of Morgan Stanley and Fidelity

Meet Ellyn McColgan, former president and Chief Operating Officer of the Global Wealth Management Group of Morgan Stanley, on Thursday, May 12, 6 - 8pm, at Macaulay Honors College, 35 West 67th Street. The dinner is hosted by Dean Ann Kirschner.

If you are interested in being a student moderator for this event or have other questions, please contact Alicia Bibbs at (212) 729-2927 or alicia.bibbs@mhc.cuny.edu .

Ms. McColgan was with Morgan Stanley from April 2008 through January 2009. Her distinguished career in the financial services industry includes a lengthy tenure at Fidelity Investements from April 1990 through August 2007, where she served as President of Distribution and Operations from April 2007 through August 2007. She earned a BA in Psychology and Social Studies Education from Montclair State University in New Jersey, as well as an MBA from Harvard Business School.

7.  New-York Historical Society Internships

The New-York Historical Society--a preeminent educational and research institution­ has openings for Macaulay students in the Education and Marketing/PR Departments.

The Society is dedicated to presenting exhibitions and public programs, and fostering research that reveal the dynamism of history and its influence on the world of today.

Interns will work full-time (9am - 5pm, Monday - Friday) in one of two departments:

Education – interns in the education department assist with the creation of school programs and teacher professional development materials and sessions in addition to supplying administrative support.  If you are interested in interning in the education department, in please specify your cover letter the level of education in which you are most interested (elementary, middle school, high school, teacher, or adult learners).  Interns in this area should have excellent writing and organizational skills.

Communications/Public Relations – interns in the communications department assist staff with the all aspects of communicating with the press and the public, including writing press releases, developing brochure copy, and researching, developing, and implementing marketing and outreach plans.  Interns in this area should have excellent writing and organizational skills.

N-Y Historical Society can offer academic credit.

Go to http://www.macaulay.cuny.edu/current-students/internships.php nd click on "Macaulay Maintained Internships" on the upper right to learn more.

8.  Coalition for the Homeless Summer Internships

Coalition for the Homeless is the nation's oldest advocacy and direct service organization helping homeless men, women, and children.

Coalition for the Homeless is dedicated to the principle that decent shelter, sufficient food, affordable housing, and the chance to work for a living wage are fundamental rights in a civilized society. Since its inception in 1981, the Coalition has worked through litigation, public education, and direct services to ensure that these goals are realized.

Coalition for the Homeless seeks Macaulay students as interns this summer. The First Step Program intern will perform office support activities for a job training program and may facilitate information sessions and outreach presentations to prospective clients, assist graduates of the program with job search activities, facilitate computer workshops, and more.

The Bound for Success Summer Camp Intern will assist with the daily implementation of the summer camp curriculum consistent with the policies of Coalition for the Homeless. The intern will plan and carry out lessons incorporating tutoring, educational building activities, as well as creative and recreational activities.

Go to http://www.coalitionforthehomeless.org/ for more informaiton.

9.   Paid Summer Research Internship on Waste Prevention and Recycling

The NYC Department of Sanitations has openings for summer assistants in the Bureau of Waste Prevention, Reuse and Recycling (BWPRR), focusing on paint recycling and paint product stewardship.

Tasks include conducting research on paint product stewardship initiatives locally, nationally, and globally; developing and assisting in writing and editing technical documents, and summarizing legislation.

This position is typically held by graduate students.  Students who will be Juniors or Seniors by Fall 2011 at Macaulay Honors College may apply.

Candidates must have an interest in waste management, industrial ecology, or natural resource management. Students majoring in environmental studies, political science, or other similar majors are eligible.  Interns should have excellent organization and communication skills, both written and oral.

Dates of Employment: Late May/early June -September 1st, 2011

Location: BWPRR offices in downtown Manhattan.

Full Time: 40 hrs/wk (with 1 hour lunch)

Salary: $284.50-$433.50

The positions are filled on a rolling basis so apply early and no later than May 13.  Recommendation from advisor, cover letter, resume, and writing sample required.

Go to http://www.macaulay.cuny.edu/current-students/internships.php and click on "Macaulay Maintained Internships" on the upper right to learn more.

10. Check out the Macaulay Honors College Academic Journal!!

http://macaulay.cuny.edu/journals/index.php/academic-test

Check out articles by Hunter students!!

11.  U.S. Student Fulbright Grant 2012-2013: Information Session

Will you graduate by 2012? Or enroll in graduate school?

Are you thinking of going abroad to study, teach English or do research?

Learn about opportunities through the U.S. Student Fulbright Program.

Date: Thursday, May 19
Time: 1:15 pm
Place: The Sylvia E. Fishman Student Center, 417 West

A Fulbright Grant may offer you the opportunity to study, work and live in the country of your choice for one year.  Hunter students have gone on to study anthropology in Thailand, religion in Germany, paint in the Philippines, work in a non-governmental organization in Malawi, or teach English in Turkey, Germany and Argentina, among many other countries.

Information and application are available at http://us.fulbrightonline.org/home.html.

For more information, contact Myrna Fader, Hunter College Fulbright Program Advisor, at mfader@hunter.cuny.edu

12.   Dentsu Communications PR Internship Summer 2011

Dentsu Communication­ the public relations arm in North America of Dentsu, the world’s largest communications agency­ seeks  a Macaulay student for a summer PR internship.

Headquartered in New York City, Dentsu Communications is a division of Dentsu America, which has 70+ employees in its Tribeca office.  Dentsu Communications’ specialty practices include education, food & beverage, and lifestyle public relations.

Dentsu Communications’ interns will receive hands-on experience in the public relations   industry by closely assisting account executives.  Interns use up-to-date PR databases and
participate in agency meetings and new business brainstorms.

Duties will include researching industry information in support of new and existing clients; monitoring, research and analysis of media; developing press clips; and completing other special projects.

Applicants should be English/Public Relations/Marketing/Communications majors.

Student should be creative, self-motivated, detail-oriented, forward-thinking individuals interested in learning about public relations.  Candidates must have excellent communication and writing skills. Open to rising sophomores-seniors who meet these qualifications.

This internship is part-time (20 hours per week). Interns will receive a transportation/lunch stipend and credit can be arranged.

Go to http://www.macaulay.cuny.edu/current-students/internships.php and click on "Macaulay Maintained Internships" on the upper right to learn more.

13.   An Internship Opportunity through Patricia Paredes, MHC at Hunter '12!

I am a junior at the Hunter Macaulay Honors College. I recently interviewed for and accepted an internship position as Creative Administrative Assistant at Buttafly Unltd, Inc.

Buttafly Unltd, Inc is a company that sells fashionable T-shirts, accessories, and handbags that celebrate individuality. They also have a side mission and objective: to promote hair in its natural state, and teach people how to take care of it naturally as opposed to resorting to highly processed hair on a frequent basis.

You can check out part of their product selection at:

buttaflyunltd.com
The full-fledged website is scheduled to be up and running soon (perhaps by Thursday of this week).

Upcoming company events include a children's workshop that teach parents how to take care of their childrens' hair (esp for parents who adopt a child of a different race than themselves); a commercial shoot for a hair salon, and regularly blogging about celebrities that sport natural hair, intriguing beard designs, and also following models' lives.

One of my tasks is to find another intern, a Social Networking Intern. Ideally, we are looking for someone who is a strong writer, and is interested in blogging about Buttafly Unltd's events on Facebook and making Twitter posts.

The events to be blogged about include interviews, workshops, and meet-and-greets. This is a very exciting time to be involved with our company, seeing as how we're about to launch the full-fledged version of our website, create a film project, and video magazines.

The job description is as follows:


Title: Social Networking Intern
Hours/Week: 16
Work Site: Mostly Home. Travel to  events, photo shoots, Workshops
(mostly in NYC)
How Often Travel: 2/3 days a month (each day, 1-3 hours at event)
Role: Blog about the Company Events, in an exciting, alluring, truthful
manner that promotes Buttafly Unltd, Inc, and its products

~Check out the following sites for more company information/details:

http://www.youtube.com/user/ButtaflyUnltd?feature=mhum

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Buttafly-Unltd/210460318453

http://twitter.com/#!/ButtaflyUnltd

We are screening applicants right now, so if you are interested in the
position,  please email me (PPAREDES239@HOTMAIL.COM) for more information. Although this is an unpaid internship, those of you who are interested  in gaining experience will not be disappointed. As previously mentioned, you will be surrounded by TV commercial production,  model interviews, film and other media production projects.

Finally, if you have all the information you need, and would like to apply, please submit a creative writing sample according to the following:

~Pretend you are covering Prince William and Kate Middleton's
wedding. You must  write a blog entry, as long as you desire, but at least two paragraphs, on the  momentous occasion. Be yourself (add some zest), and cover all the important  details (who, what, when, where, why, how--details can be fictional for this  exercise. For the internship, blog posts must contain accurate facts, however).

Looking forward to receiving your writing samples!
Best of luck,
Patricia Paredes
Hunter College
Class of 2012
pparedes239@hotmail.com

14.  Entertainment Management and Production Internships for Summer

Davien Littlefield, Inc., a 25-year old entertainment company, seeks interns in the spring for hands-on management and production experiences.

Davien Littlefield represents artists in New York and worldwide who create, write, direct, and produce their own projects as well as act in Broadway plays and feature films. In addition, the company is currently developing and producing two feature films including an adaptation of a novel with an Oscar-nominated director and Oscar-winning actor as well as an original screenplay with an award-winning international director. The company collaborates with partners in Europe and Asia.

Interns will assist on various projects including casting, script reviews, market and development research. Interns will also have opportunities to connect with directors and producers and learn from an experienced manager/producer who has been in the business for over twenty-five years.

Go to http://www.macaulay.cuny.edu/current-students/internships.php and click on "Macaulay Maintained Internships" on the upper right to learn more.

15.  GrowNYC School Gardens Intern

GrowNYC is seeking two interns for the summer semester to assist with Grow to Learn.

Many schools would like to build a garden but need help with materials and construction, technical gardening assistance, linking the garden with curriculum, and developing a sustainable school garden plan. In response to these needs, GrowNYC and the Mayor’s Fund partnered to launch Grow to Learn NYC: Citywide School Gardens Initiative, with a mission to inspire, promote and facilitate the creation of sustainable gardens in public schools throughout New York City.

Summer interns will gain an understanding of the challenges to growing gardens in public schools, as well as coordinating citywide efforts across government and non-government partner organizations. Summer interns will serve as integral members of the Grow to Learn Team in assisting with outreach and communications, materials development, website maintenance, and data management.

The intern will also assist in maintaining a school garden near City Hall.

Go to http://www.macaulay.cuny.edu/current-students/internships.php  and click on "Macaulay Maintained Internships" on the upper right to learn more.

16.  Economic Development Summer Internship with Councilmember Sanders, Queens

The office of New York City Councilman James Sanders, Jr. seeks two industrious interns to assist with local economic development projects and constituent issues in Far Rockaway.

Some of the tasks will include assisting with community development initiatives, job programs, and small- and large-scale projects; researching and providing briefs on local economic programs; attending meetings with stockholders; and resolving constituent issues.

The office is looking for students majoring in political science, economics, urban studies, or another related major.   Each candidate will be reviewed according to other criteria, including previous work and internship experience, commitment and interest, and writing ability.

The interns will report to the Director of Economic Development. The internship will run from June-August, 10-20 hours a week with flexible scheduling. These positions are unpaid but are available for credit.

The internship will be a valuable way to network with influential individuals, develop necessary skills for a resume, and contribute to community growth by advancing new economic strategies through community coalitions, job creation initiatives, and special projects.

Go to http://www.macaulay.cuny.edu/current-students/internships.php and click on "Macaulay Maintained Internships" on the upper right to learn more.

17.  Brennan Center for Justice Summer 2011 Undergraduate Internship in DC

The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law­ non-partisan public policy and law institute ­seeks interns in the DC Office. The Brennan Center focuses on the fundamental issues of democracy and justice. The Center's work ranges from voting rights to campaign finance reform, from racial justice in criminal law to presidential power in the fight against terrorism.

A singular institution­ part think tank, part public interest law firm, part advocacy group ­the Brennan Center combines scholarship, legislative and legal advocacy, and communications to win meaningful, measurable change in the public sector.

Interns will conduct administrative tasks and perform specific duties in one of the following departments: communications, democracy, justice, development, or finance and operations. This paid internship ($11/hour) will give students the opportunity to learn about the internal workings of a nonprofit organization.

Go to http://www.brennancenter.org/pages/internships to learn more about this internship or stay posted on Fall 2011 positions in New York.

18.  ARTS INTERN: Paid Summer Internship in Museums

ARTS INTERN is a program that provides the structure and funding for college undergraduates to learn about museum professions in New York City, through internships in museums and cultural institutions.

The program seeks candidates with demonstrated financial need and encourages applicants from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Participating institutions for Summer 2011  include the Brooklyn Museum, Asia Society, The Queens Museum of Art, The Rubin Museum of Art,  and the National Museum of the American Indian, American Folk Art Museum.

The internship will run for 9 weeks starting the second week of June. Interns work a 35-hour week, and receive a total of $3,300.

To see the criteria and application instructions, go to http://www.artsintern.org/content/how-apply

Positions are filled on a rolling basis, so apply early. To see a list of available positions go to http://www.artsintern.org/views/available-positions.

19.     Macaulay Research Opportunity– Stormwater Management through Green Infrastructure

Professor Joshua (Zhongqi) Cheng of the Brooklyn College Earth and Environmental Sciences Department has multiple openings for environmental science Research Assistants.

Green infrastructure (e.g., green roof, wetland, street-side swale) is a major part of New York City’s endeavor to achieve sustainability. Many pilots are being constructed in five boroughs.

Several motivated students are invited to participate in the monitoring activities that are set to start immediately (Spring/Summer 2011) and will last for three years.

Students will join a team of scientists, engineers and individuals from government agencies for this work. Students will learn the novel concepts and practices in green infrastructure, travel to individual sites to collect and then analyze the data, and assist in the preparation of reports and public presentations.

Background knowledge on the subject is not required. Having a car and being able to drive is a plus but not required.

Depending on progress and mutual interest, the student can stay longer, do a senior thesis, attend professional meetings and possibly publish in peer-reviewed journals upon graduation. The lab may offer a stipend to eligible students (precluding the Opportunities Fund).

Go to http://macaulay.cuny.edu/eportfolios/studentresearchassistant/about/  for Macaulay Research Assistant Program guidelines and procedures, and follow this link to apply.

**End of Honors College Announcements for the Week of May 11-17, 2011**

Jonathan M. Schoenwald
Macaulay Honors College at Hunter College
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