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Summer Language Institute (University of Pittsburgh)

Deadline: March 1, 2024

Accepting applications for SLI’s 2025 summer intensive language programs!

The Summer Language Institute (www.sli.pitt.edu) at the University of Pittsburgh is accepting applications to summer 2025 programs in Pittsburgh and abroad, as well as to our trademark 10-week Pitt+abroad programs and language internship programs. SLI is planning a primarily in-person program in 2025, but will offer a limited number of online, synchronous opportunities. We welcome inquiries from students about the availability of their preferred instructional format.

Our priority application due date for best funding consideration is March 1. Please note that the deadline for FLAS applications from Pitt’s REEES and other international studies centers this year is February 17.

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Visiting Fellowships (Aleksanteri Institute)

Deadline: December 24, 2024

The Aleksanteri Institute, the Finnish Centre for Russian, Eurasian and Eastern European Studies at the University of Helsinki, is pleased to invite applications for its Visiting Fellowships from scholars pursuing research that relates to the Institute’s research profile.

The Visiting Fellowship scheme is intended for scholars who hold a PhD degree and reside outside Finland. Visits can take place between April and December 2025 (excluding July) and are supported with a monthly grant. Fellowships are for two months, with exceptions detailed in the call.

Please see call details and application instructions in the Call for Proposals.
You can find more information on the Visiting Fellows Programme on our website.

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Acad. Job: Tenure Track Position in Political Science (American University, Bulgaria)

Deadline: Open Until Filled; Posted: October 4, 2024

The American University in Bulgaria (AUBG) invites applications for an open rank tenure-track position in the Department of Politics and European Studies. The successful candidate will be a broadly trained political scientist with a track record in teaching and research in European politics. Ideally, the candidate would also be able to teach courses in political institutions, the development of the liberal-democratic state, and/or public policy, including introductory-level courses.

The teaching load is six course sections per academic year. Early career academics are especially encouraged to apply.

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Study Abroad: Spring Break in Georgia (SRAS)

Deadline: January 5, 2025

Join SRAS for Spring Break in Georgia. In this 8-day trip you will be immersed in Georgian landscape, food, and culture. We will be based in Tbilisi with day trips to Kakheti (wine country) and Kazbegi (mountains). Enjoy the amazing culinary side of Georgia with the full “Georgian table,” cooking class, and tastings.

The itineraries are based on weather conditions during that time period, which means we stay based (accommodations) in Tbilisi so as to be able to more easily make adjustments to the day trips. We have left plenty of time for independent exploration and we will offer some optional activities and give you recommendations. We’ll keep an eye on any cultural events taking place during your stay and we’ll introduce you to our spring semester students based in Tbilisi and to locals.

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Job: Outreach & Scholarships Coordinator (UT Austin, Center for Russian, East European, & Eurasian Studies)

Deadline: Open Until Filled; Posted November 27

Join the CREEES team as a K-16 Outreach and Scholarship Coordinator at The University of Texas at Austin! We are actively seeking a driven and highly organized individual with a profound commitment to education. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for orchestrating comprehensive outreach programs directed towards educators and K-16 students, collaborating with both local and national institutions.

The ideal candidate will be an effective communicator with a varied skill set, including proficiency in project management, curriculum development, and event coordination. In this role, you will play a crucial part in advancing K-16 educational accessibility and bolstering academic achievement for students and educators alike. You will also be the lead on student scholarship administration for our center, which will include learning and managing the LASSO university-wide scholarship system at UT Austin. This exciting new platform streamlines the scholarship application and awards process and expands the applicant pool.

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Job: International Program Specialist (US Department of Commerce)

Deadline: March 12, 2025

CLDP is looking for an energetic, innovative and results oriented individual who will enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced and mission driven organization as an International Program Specialist who will support CLDP’s work on programs related to telecommunications and the information and communicaton techonology (ICT) sector under the Digital Connenctivity and Cybersecurity Partnership (DCCP), public procurement, public private partnerships, competition, trade facilitation, sustainability and anti-corruption.

As an International Program Specialist, you will perform the following duties:

  • Serve as a liaison with government officials, regulators, judges, and other high-level diplomatic, community, and business leaders in foreign countries.
  • Assist attorneys with the design and implementation of technical assistance programs.
  • Assist with analyzing the impact of programs and writing reports to the U.S. Department of State and other government agencies identifying CLDP’s activities and achievements.
  • Identify and secure the logistical support needed to execute technical assistance programs through multiple procurement mechanisms.
  • Develop, plan and prepare overall program budgets based on CLDP interagency agreements including tracking budgets as expenditures occur, notifying funding agencies of spending rates, and sending regular bills for CLDP programs.
  • Travel overseas to prepare and assist with implementing trainings, workshops and consultations.
  • Monitor federal regulations and departmental policies to ensure that all CLDP plans and expenditures comply with the relevant requirements.

SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR: You must be fluent in reading, writing and speaking in one of the following languages: Spanish, French, or Russian. This information must be documented in your resume.

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Acad. Job: Visiting Professor, Ukrainian Studies (Columbia University)

Deadline: Reviews begin January 15, 2025; remain open until filled.

István Deák Visiting Assistant Professor/Visiting Associate Professor/ Visiting Professorship(s) in East Central European Studies

Columbia University invites applications for István Deák Visiting Professorship(s) in East Central European Studies for one semester (fall or spring) in the academic year 2025-2026. The professorship, commemorating Professor Deák’s legacy of excellence in research and teaching, is open to scholars who have active interest and accomplishments in East and Central European studies. Appointment will be open-rank, to be filled at any level from Visiting Assistant to Visiting Full Professor.

For more information: https://apply.interfolio.com/159072

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Acad. Job: Assistant Teaching Professor, Russian Language and Literature (William & Mary)

Deadline: December 8, 2024

Position Summary

The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures at William & Mary, a public university of the Commonwealth of Virginia, invites applications for a three year, non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor renewable instructional position that will begin August 10, 2025. This full-time teaching faculty appointment carries a service component commensurate with rank, and comes with the possibility of ongoing renewals and a framework for promotion.

We seek an individual with expertise in Russian language, literature, and culture. The successful applicant will be expected to be an effective teacher and will have a [3-3] teaching load.

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CFP: Fluidity and Musicality: Exploring the Rhythms of Language, Culture, and Identity

Deadline: December 1, 2024

 LINC Graduate Conference on “Fluidity and Musicality: Exploring the Rhythms of Language, Culture, and Identity,” scheduled for February 27-28, 2025 at Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL. Organized by graduate students in the Modern Languages and Linguistics Department and the School of Teacher Education, this interdisciplinary conference will provide a space to explore fluidity and musicality across fields, including literature, linguistics, cultural studies, musicology, and gender and sexuality studies.

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Professional Development: Envisioning Project-Based Language Learning (University of Hawai’i)

Deadline: April 30, 2025

Envisioning Project-Based Language Learning (PBLL) is a 5-module open-enrollment self-study course for language educators beginning to learn about Project-Based Language Learning (PBLL), offered by the National Foreign Language Resource Center. Successful learners will be able to describe essential features of high quality PBLL and to generate high-quality ideas for projects using the Product Square. A digital badge is available for candidates fulfilling course requirements.

Registration and the content for this MOOC (massive open online course) are FREE:

Registration open till April 30, 2025

Course open: January 2, 2025 – May 31, 2025

For more info or to register, visit https://nflrc.hawaii.edu/events/view/126/

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