Perspectives from the Global South: Education, Democracy, and Equity after COVID-19

Monday, 11/16 | 12-1pm EST | Click Here to Register

The COVID-19 pandemic has shown the intricate inequality that characterizes local and global access to education. While billions of children in much of the Global South have limited access to quality education, their peers from more privileged backgrounds are offered unprecedented opportunities. This situation risks further exacerbation as the economic effects of the pandemic hamper education funding, especially for vulnerable communities. In parallel, the pandemic has shown potential for unprecedented innovation in the education sector and has showcased the resilience of communities. From the perspectives of the Global South, this panel will look at the challenges of equality and the possibilities of a promising future in a post COVID-19 world, with a strong focus on education, equity, and sustainability within modern democracies.

Presenters: Imraan Buccus, Alla Korzh

Applying to SIT Study Abroad 101

Wednesday, 11/18 | 4-4:30pm EST | Click Here to Register

Join the Admissions team for an introduction to the SIT Study Abroad application process. We will discuss SIT’s plans for upcoming semesters in the time of COVID-19, options for study abroad, steps to apply, the Independent Study Project, scholarships and financial aid, and more.

Presenters: Vanessa Doyle

Careers in International Education

Thursday, 11/19 | 2-3pm EST | Click Here to Register

The field of International Education encompasses formal and non-formal educational programs around the globe and includes participants ranging in age from pre-school to life-long learners. In this session, you will learn about the breadth of the field, skills used by professionals in International Education, and the kinds of jobs that are available. Time will be provided for you to get practical answers to your questions about breaking into the field, and you will leave with a clear understanding of next steps and resources for planning your career development.

Presenters: Sora Friedman

Join us to ask questions and learn more about your international program options!
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Hindi Language Happy Hour is back! It will now be offered through Google Meet every Wednesday at 1pm.
While at home, you can still practice and develop your language skills, meet new friends and reconnect with your peers. All levels are welcome. Alumni and former students that went to India on a Study Abroad program are also invited. Bring your own Chai (spiced tea) and Namkeen (savory snacks) and join us from the comfort of your own space. Email Purvi Parekh at purvi@ramapo.edu and you will receive a Google Meet invitation.

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Welcome back! Japanese Language Happy Hour continues to be offered virtually via Google Meet every Wednesday at 12pm during Fall 2020 semester.

Join us and practice your language skills while learningabout current & traditional Japanese culture, seasonal cuisines, customs,and local events.  All levels arewelcome. Study Abroad program alumni and former exchange students in Japan arealso invited. Bring your own Onigiri, snacks & green tea and join us from thecomfort of your own space. Email Izumi Osawa-Minevich at iosawami@ramapo.eduand you will receive a Google Meet invitation.

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Apply here: https://www.clscholarship.org/apply

(applications due by 8pm EST, Tuesday, November 17th)

About the Critical Language Scholarship (CLS)

The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program is an intensive overseas language and cultural immersion program for American students enrolled at U.S. colleges and universities. Students spend eight to ten weeks abroad studying one of 15 critical languages. The program includes intensive language instruction and structured cultural enrichment experiences designed to promote rapid language gains.

CLS, a program of the U.S. Department of State, is part of a wider government initiative to expand the number of Americans studying and mastering foreign languages that are critical to national security and economic prosperity. CLS plays an important role in preparing students for the 21st century’s globalized workforce and increasing national competitiveness.

Most languages offered by the CLS Program do not require applicants to have any experience studying critical languages. The CLS Program seeks participants with diverse interests, and from a wide range of fields of study and career paths, with the purpose of representing the full diversity of the United States. Participants are selected based on their commitment to language learning and plans to apply their language skills to their future academic or professional pursuits. Please note that CLS is an intensive group-based language program.

The Critical Language Scholarship Program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. Government.

Languages

The CLS Program offers instruction in fifteen critical languages:

No Previous Study Required
Azerbaijani Bangla Hindi Indonesian Persian Punjabi Swahili Turkish Urdu

One Year of Study Required Arabic Korean Portuguese Russian   Two Years of Study Required Chinese Japanese

Mon., Nov. 16, 1-2pm – Asia (featuring authors from the Philippines and Malaysia)

Details & Regsiter: https://www.ramapo.edu/international/globaltalks/

Join Potter Library and the Roukema Center for International Education for a virtual literary discussion group to discuss short stories and optional articles and videos from international creators. Each week will have a different regional focus, as in past years of the Roukema Center’s Internationalization program. Open to students, staff, faculty, and administration!

All registered participants will receive links to reading materials and virtual meeting information. Please register using this form: https://forms.gle/aMRGwQSbQqhSQkCp8