On March 27th, please join The Clements Center for a professional development workshop on competitive application writing, designed to improve students’ ability to write and apply for competitive internships, fellowships, and jobs. This workshop will be held on March 27th at 12:30pm in CLA 1.302B. Led by Clements Predoctoral Fellow and Oxford University doctoral candidate Jon Askonas, this workshop will help students develop tools to improve their writing, establish a compelling narrative, and clearly communicate goals. The event is free and open to all UT students.

As part of their mission to train the next generation of national security leaders, the Clements Center for National Security offers the Undergraduate Fellows professional development program, open to all UT undergraduate students. Through this two semester program, students receive mentoring from former senior policymakers, networking opportunities with visiting distinguished guests, and develop skills in public speaking, historical research, and writing. Applications are due April 6^th by midnight (EST). A complete application will include a one-page resume, 500-750 word personal statement, and contact details for three UT references. Interested applicants are encouraged to attend our Info Session on March 20^th at 4pm in the Texas Union Governors’ Room. Email Program Manager Alex Foggett (alex.foggett@austin.utexas.edu) with any questions.

The first licensed performance of The Hijabi Monologues UT-Austin will be held next week on Wednesday, March 28th from 7 PM to 9 PM at the Student Activities Center Auditorium. The Hijabi Monologues UT Austin is an episodic play which uses the power of storytelling to create a space for the American Muslim women hijabi experience. This event creates a space where anyone is welcome to listen and vicariously experience these stories through performances.

The show will be open to the public and is free of charge. Those who are interested in attending may register here.