Lang. Training: ASPIRANTUM Summer Language School (Yerevan, Armenia)

Deadline for Applications: April 20, 2019

Applications have opened for Aspirantum Persian, Russian and Armenian language summer school! The school, located in Yerevan, Armenia, offers both 3-week and 6-week programs for students at all levels.

You may find the details about Persian language summer schools here, Russian language summer schools here, and Armenian language summer schools here.

Scholarship opportunities are available here!

In 2018 ten students from international universities took part at the Persian language summer school and 4 students participated in Armenian language summer school. You can read their testimonials here.

For more information visit the website: ASPIRANTUM – Armenian School of Languages and Cultures or contact the Director – Khachik Gevorgyan

ASPIRANTUM – Armenian School of Languages and Cultures
w: aspirantum.com e: khachik@aspirantum.com

Prof. Devt: STARTALK Summer Program on Pedagogy (Middlebury)

Deadline for Applications: March 25, 2019

The STARTALK Institute at Middlebury is intended for current and prospective teachers of Russian. The principles of second language acquisition and proficiency-based instruction will serve as the foundation for this intensive pedagogy program.

The Institute is a fantastic place for teachers of Russian – novice and experiences alike – to explore the principles of second language acquisition and proficiency-based instruction amidst the blue mountains of Vermont. It includes 10 days of online classes and a residential session on campus, both required.

Online Session: June 24 – July 3, 2019 (required)
Residential Session on Middlebury Campus: July 7 – 21, 2019 (required)

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Internship: Pathways Internship Experience Program, US Dept. of State (Charleston, SC)

Deadline for Applications: March 8, 2019

The U.S. Department of State is currently accepting applications for positions in Passport (Student Trainee) in the Pathways Internship Experience Program (IEP).

Visit USAJOBS to start the online application process and view the following vacancy announcement numbers. Continue reading “Internship: Pathways Internship Experience Program, US Dept. of State (Charleston, SC)”

Internship: Crossroads Eurasia Summer Teaching English

Deadline for Applications: March 15, 2019

Crossroads Eurasia program
Similar to what you might do in Russia after graduation, this internship is about working with small groups on their English proficiency. Students engage with Russia outside the classroom and interact daily with native Russian speakers. Make yourself more competitive for future jobs with this resume-worthy experience.
  • Timing: One to three months over the summer. Can be combined with other options (e.g. camp)
  • Costs: $1,890+ for four weeks. $450 for each additional week.
  • Russian proficiency: At least 2 semesters of Russian or equivalent (or heritage speaker)
  • Deadline to apply: March 15, 2019. 

Acad. Job: Visiting Asst. Prof. (Miami)

Deadline for Applications: April 15, 2019; Ongoing Until Filled

Miami University’s German, Russian, Asian, Middle Eastern Languages and Cultures Department is seeking a Visiting Assistant Professor/Instructor to teach a full load of courses, including Russian language, literature, and culture courses in English (possibly including folklore and film) at all levels; advise students. Renewable for second year based on need, successful performance and continued funding.
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Acad. Job: Post Doc Fellow in Eurasian Studies (Astana, Kazakhstan)

Deadline for Applications: March 15, 2019

The School of Humanities and Social Sciences at Nazarbayev University (Astana, Kazakhstan) invites applications for the two-year position of “Post-Doctoral Fellow in Eurasian Studies,” beginning in August 2019 to assist with our new Ph.D. program in Eurasian Studies, which is a collaborative effort between the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at Nazarbayev University and Humboldt University (Berlin) made possible by a generous four-year grant from the VolkswagenStiftung.  Continue reading “Acad. Job: Post Doc Fellow in Eurasian Studies (Astana, Kazakhstan)”

Study Abroad: Far East Summer School (Vladivostok, Russia)

Deadline for Applications: April 30, 2019

Russia Far East Summer School
Far Eastern Federal University, Russky Island Campus, Vladivostok, Russia 
August 6-26, 2019

This is a summer school that is designed for students of any level of training and any academic background. It is usually attended by students of all levels from Europe and Asia with an interest in Russia. This year it focuses on a rich and diverse academic program that includes multiple areas of studies, including the Russian language, international relations, economics and finance, marketing, cinematography, history, and culture.

Attached please find the Russia Far East 2019 Leaflet with brief information on the Summer School.

More details and the application form can be found at https://www.dvfu.ru/en/admission/pre-university-courses/international-summer-school-russia-far-east/

Grad. Program: French-Russian MA in History (Paris/Moscow)

Deadline for Applications: May 1, 2019

★★★ International Courses / Call for Applications ★★★

Two French-Russian Masters in Partnership with Moscow Higher School of Economics (HSE)

The School for Advanced Studies in the Social Sciences in Paris (EHESS) invites all students interested in studying History or Sociology in France and Russia to join their double master’s degree programs! Continue reading “Grad. Program: French-Russian MA in History (Paris/Moscow)”