Center for the Blue Economy Launches New Journal of Ocean and Coastal Economics

The Middlebury Institute’s Center for the Blue Economy is proud to announce the launch of its open-access peer-reviewed Journal of Ocean and Coastal Economics (JOCE). The journal publishes research on the theory and practice of economics as applied to ocean and coastal resources, and the role these resources play in regional and national economies. The journal was made possible by a grant from the Loker Foundation and is available online free of charge. Continue Reading →

MIIS Student Breaks Ground on New Secondary School She Founded in Nigeria

Middlebury Institute student Chisom Udeze MAIEM ’16 already had a master’s degree in economics from Utrecht University in the Netherlands when she came to Monterey on the recommendation of a great friend. “It was at MIIS where I learned to align my vision with goals,” she shares from London, where she is currently living as she works to finalize plans and funding for her lifelong dream of opening Xanadu Academy, a visionary secondary school in her native Nigeria. Continue Reading →

Country Global Citizenship Report Card Project

We are pleased to announce the launch of the Country Global Citizenship Report Card Project Website at www.countryreportcard.org. The Report Card Project is a collaborative undertaking being implemented by The Global Citizens’ Initiative, Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey, and Zogby Analytics. Continue Reading →

Design, Partnering, Management & Innovation (DPMI) Still Accepting Applications

Have you thought about doing DPMI this summer? DPMI alums are currently applying their skills abroad at places like USAID and an NGO in Kyrgyzstan. Learn practical tools, social change strategies, and analytic techniques. Become part of a powerful network of over 1000 DPMI alumni all over the world. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, space permitting, until May 1. Learn More →

Sublet to SILP Students this Summer!

Are you interested in subletting your apartment this summer? The Summer Intensive Language Program begins June 11th and students are searching for housing! Post your announcement in the MIIS Housing Facebook Group.

Symphony Tickets On Sale Now - $10!

Tickets are on sale now in Student Services to the Monterey Symphony's Majestic Realm performance this Saturday, April 18th at 8pm at the Sunset Center in Carmel. Cash or check only! Discount available for students, staff and faculty! Learn More →

Compensation Negotiations

Negotiating your compensation package is a critical aspect of the interview process. Come and learn how to prepare yourself so you can communicate your value successfully. Special focus will be on how negotiating can be different for men and women in the job search. Tuesday, April 14, 12:30-1:30PM, Morse B105. Learn More →

MIIS Happening! A Pecha Kucha-inspired Experience

MIIS Happening is a two hour Pecha Kucha-inspired event featuring short 6 minute and 40 second (20 slides x 20 seconds) talks, by MIIS students, staff, and faculty. The program will be generated by MIIS community members from all walks of campus. Thursday, April 16, 12:00-2:00PM, Holland Center. Learn More →

Dealing With Difficult Personalities Workshop

Having trouble with someone in your group project? A roommate that drives you crazy? This workshop will deepen participants’ self-awareness and empathy in interactions with difficult classmates, colleagues, coworkers, clients, managers and family members, and teach techniques for avoiding potential and unnecessary conflict. Thursday, April 16th from 12:30-1:30PM in the DLC. No RSVP required! Learn more →

METALab MySQL Geekout

Everyone, from the world’s largest corporations and governments to the smallest Mom and Pop stores use SQL to store and work with massive amounts of data every single day. Believe it or not, YOU interact with SQL every day. Come learn a bit about of the underpinnings of the modern net. Thursday, April 16, 12:00-1:30PM, 400 Pacific D100. Learn More →

Team El Salvador IX Fieldwork Presentations & Speaker Series

Come hear about innovative collaborations in coastal resource management, sustainable fishing and public space design for community empowerment over 2015's J-term in El Salvador as well as Team El Salvador's plan for future initiatives! Light refreshments will be served. Thursday, April 16, 6:30-8:30PM, DLC. Learn More → 

Pocho Joe - April 17th

Don't miss out on a night of exploration and comedy with spoken word performer, comedian, and two time Def Poetry Jam winner, Pocho Joe, aka Joe Hernandez-Kolski. Brought to you by the Diversity & Inclusion Committee, part of the Office of Student Services. Friday, April 17th from 7-9PM at the Samson Center. Learn More →

Monterey Bay Foreign Language Education Symposium

FLEDS is an annual community event that aims to celebrate and enrich foreign language education through the exchange of recent developments and innovations in the field. Saturday, April 18, 8:00AM-5:30PM. Learn More & Register →

Vegan Cook-off and Potluck

We're kicking off Earth Week with our annual vegan cook-off and potluck! 
Earn prizes, come enjoy delicious vegan food and drinks (provided by the Earth Week Committee), tour the MIIS Community Garden, and learn all about Earth Week 2015 events! Monday, April 20, 12:00-2:00PM, Our Green Thumb Garden. Sign up to compete in the cook-off →

Earth Week 2015

Earth Week is a celebration of our planet and resources within. The week aims to highlight sustainability efforts on campus and across the globe. Events include lectures, debates, trivia, and even a cook-off and a range of environmental themes. Monday, April 20 - Friday, April 24. Learn More →

 Intercultural Digital Storytelling Project Showcase

The 2015 cohort of six intercultural storytelling fellows representing immersive learning programs in five countries will be showcasing digital stories and reflecting on their process in this interactive storytelling environment. Light refreshments will be served! Wednesday, April 22, 5:00-7:00PM, DLC Design Space. Learn More →

Voices of Africa: Emerging Opportunities in the 21st Century

Please join us for a special conference, Voices of Africa: Emerging Opportunities in the 21st Century. Our distinguished panelists will address four themes: African Arts and Culture, Women in Leadership, Sustainable Economy, and Climate Change. The conference will showcase student projects on Africa, and end with an African music performance. All Students with I.D. are admitted FREE. Please REGISTER NOW!  Saturday, April 25, 9:00AM-5:30PM, Irvine Auditorium. Learn More →

Do ya Pecha Kucha?

Pe-cha-ku-cha? Hold up, before you think I’m insulting you, let’s talk about it. Pecha Kucha literally means “chit-chat” in Japanese, but in this context, it’s a style and method of presenting. So when I ask, “Do ya Pecha Kucha?” what I mean to ask you is, do you know how to rapidly present an idea in. Continue Reading →

Website Audit – Take 2!

GPayne checkin’ in! Amidst the rush of returning to school last week I made it a priority to check back in with Evelyn Helminen about my website. To get up to date on how this whole website audit thing started, click the link to my previous post. Continue Reading →

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