Ekshana Karki Chhetri is a fourth semester Masters of Public Administration student, currently completing her Design, Partnering, Management, and Innovation (DPMI) Plus practicum as a Youth Workforce and Entrepreneurship Intern at World Learning in Washington, D.C. Originally from Nepal, Ekshana received her Bachelor’s in Social Work and English from St. Xavier’s College in Kathmandu, Nepal. […]
Aricquel Payne is a current MPA student, completing her IPSS practicum at Six Square, Austin’s Black Cultural District, in Austin, Texas. Originally from Woodbridge, VA, she received a degree in International Relations with a minor in Spanish at Lynchburg College, Lynchburg, VA. Before attending MIIS, Aricquel taught English to first graders in the Dominican Republic […]
In January 2018, students enrolled in IPSS workshops had the opportunity to participate in a social media engagement campaign hosted by the World Economic Forum. The campaign encouraged students to ask a world leader at the Forum a question in response to the prompt “How can we create a #sharedfuture?” Current International and Policy Development […]
For fall 2017, a total of 58 Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey students will participate in our distinguished semester long immersive learning programs, to be placed around the country and the globe. Domestically, students are as close as Monterey, CA and as far away as Washington, D.C. Internationally, they are spread across five continents. Programs […]
The priority registration deadline for the inaugural 2015 Hult Prize at MIIS competition is this Friday, November 14th. All you need to compete is a social business idea that tackles this year’s President’s Challenge, a team of 3 – 5 members and a 10 minute pitch. The event will be hosted at the Irvine […]
Michelle Zaragoza, IEP, left the United States to begin her Peace Corps service as an Environmental Education Promoter in Nicaragua last month. What follows is an excerpt from her blog: “My Journey as a Peace Corps Master’s International Volunteer” How it all began (152 days til departure): March 5th: Just another regular Wednesday morning. I […]
What: Awards and Medals Competition, Development Finance Who: See eligibility criteria for each category When: See deadlines for each category The Global Development Awards and Medals Competition is an innovative award scheme with extremely generous cash prizes launched by the Global Development Network (GDN). Winners are chosen by an eminent jury at GDN’s 12th Annual […]
Who: MIIS Community What: Call for Applications for Skoll Awards for Social Entrepreneurship When: Wednesday, August 4, 2010 Where: The Skoll Foundation The Skoll Foundation’s mission is to advance systemic change to benefit communities around the world by investing in, connecting and celebrating social entrepreneurs applying innovative solutions to social and environmental issues. The Skoll […]
Who: MIIS Community What: Exploring Worldviews and Theories of Change on Capacity Building When: Thursday, April 22nd, 12:15-1:45 pm Where: McGowan 100 Professor Alfredo Ortiz will present the second installment of the Spring 2010 Dean’s Seminar Series on the topic of “Exploring Worldviews and Theories of Change on Capacity Building.” This seminar presents Systemic Theories […]
Who: All Students What: “Lost in the Mist of War” – Sierra Leone Field Notes and Reflections When: Tuesday, April 6th, 6:15 PM Where: Irvine Auditorium with reception to follow in the McCone Atrium This past January, Professor Iyer led 14 students from MIIS and Middlebury to Sierra Leone on a field research practicum. The […]
The 9th Annual Fisher Fiesta will focus on “How Do Micro-finance and Business Development Alleviate Poverty?†The keynote address will be offered by Matt Flannery, Co-Founder & CEO of Kiva, the world’s first online micro-lending platform. Founded in 2005, Kiva empowers individuals to lend to entrepreneurs across the globe in order to alleviate poverty.
Who: All GSIPM Students What: 9th Annual Fisher Fiesta!! When: Saturday, March 13, 2010, 5:00 PM Where: Irvine Auditorium The 9th Annual Fisher Fiesta will focus on “How Do Micro-finance and Business Development Alleviate Poverty?” The keynote address will be offered by Matt Flannery, Co-Founder & CEO of Kiva. Kiva is the world’s first online […]
What: WKSH 8592 – Social Innovation Investing Who: Beryl Levinger, Fernando DePaolis, Evan Bloom When: April 16th – 18th Where: B 105 (Morse Building) GSIPM is pleased to announce a new workshop on Social Innovation Investing. The theme for this 1.0 credit workshop is “Coolhunting: Discovering pattern-breaking social enterprises that attract venture capital.” Funding agencies, […]
Looking for one more credit? Here are some great weekend workshops, coming up in the next two weeks!
WKSH 8547 Leadership & Networking for Social Change: Weekend of Feb 26-28
WKSH 8576 Trafficking Nuclear & Radioactive Materials: Weekend of Feb 26-28
IMGT 8657 Wks: Globalization/Localization Marketing: Weekend of Feb 26-28
WKSH 8579 Preparing for a Senior Trade Career: First Meeting Feb 27
WKSH 8523 U.S. Nuclear Weapons History & Cost: Weekend of Mar 5-7
WKSH 8573 Resolving Conflict in Social Change Organizations: Weekend of Mar 5-7
IMGT 8671 Innovations for Sustainability: Weekend of Mar 6-7
Check out these great workshops- they’re coming up soon!
WKSH 8567 Grant & Proposal Writing: Weekend of Feb 19-21
WKSH 8547 Leadership & Networking for Social Change: Weekend of Feb 26-28
WKSH 8576 Trafficking Nuclear & Radioactive Materials: Weekend of Feb 26-28
IMGT 8657 Wks: Globalization/Localization Marketing: Weekend of Feb 26-28
WKSH 8579 Preparing for a Senior Trade Career: First Meeting Feb 27
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This is a popular workshop so sign up soon to guarantee your spot! Â It will be offered twice this semester. WKSH 8567: Grant & Proposal Writing Weekend of Feb 12-14 OR Feb 19-21 Friday 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Saturday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Sunday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Students will gain important […]
All MIIS students may sign up for this course without applying. Non MIIS Students must apply for the course through the instructor before they can be admitted to the course. “Introduction to Humanitarian Assistance & Engagement†A Complex Humanitarian Response Simulation Introduction to Humanitarian Assistance & Engagement is a large-scale simulation exercise designed to replicate […]
To all GSIPM December Graduates, Please join us this Friday to take a picture with GSIPM’s first graduating class! The photo should not take more than 15 minutes, and will be available for purchase online. Who: All December 2009 GSIPM Graduates (BA, MPA, MAIPS, MAIEP, MBA, MAITP) When: Friday, December 11 at 11:30 am Where: […]
Changes to the Economics Requirement Policy for MAIPS, MPA, MAIEP Students As of Fall 2010, GSIPM will no longer offer the Econ Placement Exam as a way to meet the micro/macro admissions requirement. For continuing students that have been expecting to take the Econ Placement Exam, you will have the following two options: Wednesday December […]
Concerning all Fall 2009 Graduating Students: THERE ARE NO ACADEMIC EXIT INTERVIEWS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION (Note: financial aid exit interviews are still required for those students who are receiving or have received financial aid) Good luck with finals and congratulations on your achievement!
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