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More PeaceCorps Nationwide Campus Day-of-Action

On October 14, 1960, while campaigning for the presidency, John F. Kennedy made a stop at the student union at the University of Michigan after midnight where he was greeted by thousands of students.  Kennedy first announced the idea of a Peace Corps at that moment, challenging young people to become Peace Corps volunteers. On […]

Filed under Newsletter, Global on October 10, 2008.

‘Root, Root, Root for the Home Team’

Talk: “‘Root, Root, Root for the Home Team’: The Effects of Kosovo’s 2008 Declaration of Independence on Moldovan Nationalism”  Brown Bag Series talk by Scott Feinstein on Thursday October 16 at 11:45 in Turlington 3312. Snacks, soda, and chips provided. Sponsored by the Center for European Studies.
Brown Bag Series talk by Scott Feinstein on Thursday […]

Filed under Newsletter, Global on October 10, 2008.

Democracy in the Middle East Speaker

Egyptian author Samy El-Behiri will speak on democracy in the Middle East and what we can do to help. Event will be Thursday, October 16th, from 7-9, in FLG 210. After the presentation the floor will be opened for questions, discussion and debate. Please contact Sharday El-Assar at sharday1@ufl.edu for more information.

Filed under Newsletter, Global on October 10, 2008.

NaviGators South Korea Country Presentation

Ever wondered what South Korea is like? What types of food they eat? How South Korean universities compare to American universities?  The NaviGators International Program at UF is exited to invite you to our South Korea Country Presentation on October 8th, at 7pm in Norman Hall Terrace Room.
Come join us glimpse into the lives of […]

Filed under Global on October 3, 2008.

Peace Corps and Agriculture Globe Talk

Wednesday, 15 October at 6:30pm The Hub, International Center:  Learn from Returned Peace Crops Volunteers what it is like to work in the world’s most important jobs–helping to feed the world. Learn how you can be a Volunteer working in agriculture in one of 74 countries around the world, regardless of your major. A recruiter […]

Filed under Global on October 3, 2008.

Volunteer with the Foreign Language Organization

This semester, the Foreign Language Organization needs volunteers who have an intermediate to fluent grasp of any language.
The main purpose of our organization is to give members the opportunity to improve their speaking skills in a particular language. We are asking for a minimum of one hour a week until November 29th (two weeks before […]

Filed under Global on September 18, 2008.

Peace Corps and Education

Returning Peace Corps Volunteers who served as educators share their experiences about teaching in developing countries.  UF’s Peace Corps Recruiter will be available to answer questions about the application process.  The event is Wednesday, 17 Sept 2008 at The Hub, International Center, 6:30-7:30. 

Filed under Global on September 15, 2008.

ARM or FRM: Which Mortgage Contract Is Better for Czech Households?

Brown Bag talk by Ivan Rybar, Department of Finance, Insurance and Real Estate.  Talk is in Turlington 3312 on Thursday September 18 at 11:45.  Bring your lunch.  Sodas and chips provided.  Call 392-8902 for information.

Filed under Global on September 13, 2008.

NaviGators Italy Country Presentation

The NaviGators International Program at UF is exited to invite you to our Italy Country Presentation. Come join us glimpse into the lives of the Italian exchange students at UF and their presentation of Italy, and enjoy some home-cooked Italian food on:  September 17th, 7pm, in Norman Hall Terrace Room.For more information about the NaviGators […]

Filed under Global on September 13, 2008.

FRAZIER, SOLOWAY & POORAK, P.C. - ATTORNEYS AT LAW from Atlanta, Georgia have agreed to come speak to UF international students, scholars, and faculty about immigration issues and work visas on September 17th, 2008 in the Reitz Union.09:00 AM – 10:20 AM            Non-Immigrant Visas for Students:
H1B and OPT Visas                                   Reitz Union
Auditorium
10:30 AM – Noon                   Permanent […]

Filed under Global on September 13, 2008.