The all-day Amka Africa Conference 2013 (Amka Africa=Awake Africa in Swahili) being held at Middlebury College on Saturday, April 13th will discuss the global consequences of the changes in Africa with an emphasis on how youth creativity, entrepreneurship and innovation are changing the face of the continent and its interaction with the rest of the world.

The event featuring keynote appearances from David Moinina Sengeh, a graduate student from Sierra Leone in MITs Media Lab and a successful social entrepreneur, and Fred Swaniker, the Ghanaian founder of the African Leadership Academy will be open to all students, faculty and staff on campus. The Conference aims to raise awareness and expose the Middlebury campus to the changes that are taking place on the African continent as well as culture and entertainment (food, fashion show, musical performances and many more surprises).

Please contact umoja[at]middlebury.edu for Gala Dinner reservations and here for the agenda.

Co-sponsored by MCAB Speakers, Brainerd and Atwater Commons, the African Studies program and the Middlebury Center for Social Entrepreneurship

Peace Corps recruiter Zoe Armstrong will be holding a Recruiter in Residence session from 2:30-5:00 in the Adirondack House Library on March 13.

   Eastern college

  Career day : Boston Job Recruitment Event

Deadline to apply is Monday, October 8^th at midnight

ECCD is a day-long interviewing event in Boston  that provides you with an opportunity to apply for jobs with over 30 employers from a variety of industries.  Several  Job opportunities in different sectors such as Environmental, non-profit ,education and healthcare.  Employers including Epic, match education, Apprise incorporated, Cambridge Associates, and more are looking for liberal arts students like you. Students can have multiple interviews in one day while only needing to travel to one location.  Middlebury seniors are hired at this event every year.  You could be next!

The event will take place on Friday, November 2^nd from 9:00 am- 5:00 pm at the Back Bay Events Center located at 200 Berkley Street, Boston.

So you took the TypeFocus assessments and got some results. Maybe your results totally jive with the way you already viewed your tendencies, strengths, and values or maybe you’re completely confused about what they mean and you’re freaking out. Maybe you’re feeling curious/cranky/weird/excited. Okay, great — now let’s talk it out and embark, as Susan Walker, EIA Career Adviser says, “on the fascinating project of making this information work for you.”

This Friday, we’re holding the first in a series of informal workshops where you can get some guidance from EIA staff on how to interpret your results AND use some of the other features that TypeFocus offers.

Make sure to bring your results and/or your laptop and your questions/feelings. Can’t make it on Friday? No worries — we’re scheduling more of these workshops at different times throughout the fall.

See you there:

TYPEFOCUS Unplugged: Workshop
Friday, September 28
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Hillcrest 103

Nonprofit and International Development Work  

 when : Friday, April 6, 2012

Time : 2:30-3:30 p.m.

 where :  EIA Career Services Office library – located in Adirondack House

Don’t miss this exciting opportunity!

 Darren Springer, Senior Policy Advisor, U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders

When :  Wednesday, April 11

1:30 – 2:30 PM

Where:  EIA Career Services Office library – located in Adirondack House

Darren Springer will be available to meet with students informally as a Professional in Residence to discuss:

•  Topics in his areas of expertise – energy/environment/climate policy at the federal and state level, legislative policy-making
•  Opportunities for current Middlebury students interested in careers in Washington D.C. and policy work

    Mark your calendar !

Dr. Beryl Levinger, Distinguished Professor and Program Chair, Public Administration, Monterey Institute of International Studies

When : Tuesday, April 10

12:15-1:15 PM

Where: EIA Career Services Office library – located in Adirondack House

Dr. Levinger will be available to meet with students informally as a Professional in Residence & *luncheon to discuss:

• Topics in her areas of expertise – development planning, educational policy analysis, program evaluation, and capacity-building to strengthen civil society organizations.
• Opportunities for current Middlebury students at MIIS in a Master’s in Public Administration                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             *RSVP by April 7 for the Luncheon*

As you prepare to attend the Spring Job Fling (tomorrow from 12-2, click here for more details) check out these tips for navigating a networking event.

Looking to reenergize—or begin—your job search? Meet with Midd-friendly employers and get hot-off-the-press job leads at the Spring Job Fling. Come to Coltrane Lounge, Adirondack house between noon and 2 p.m., April 4.

Just when you need a boost Career Services, presents our 8th Annual Spring Job Fling for all Middlebury seniors! This is your chance to meet with a number of Midd-friendly employers and Career Services staff—who will be handing out job leads—all in one convenient place.

When: April 4^th, 12 – 2 p.m.
Location: Coltrane Lounge, Adirondack House

What should I expect at the Spring Job Fling?

Bring your resume and prepare to network! Come ready to represent yourself: where you’ve been, where you are, and where you’re going. Want to make a good impression with a particular employer? Consider dressing for success: swap the tee for a collared shirt/blouse and jeans for slacks. Some of these employers will be offering on-campus interviews before or after the event (check MOJO for details and to apply).

Participating employers will be added to MOJO as they register, so keep checking the Senior Program blog for the latest, up-to-date information.

• ·     Carney Sandoe & Associates
• ·     Epic
• ·     Tuck Business Bridge
• ·     Tetra Tech ARD
• ·     Insight Global
• ·     Readak
• ·     Her Look Enterprises
• ·     Monterey Institute of International Studies
• ·     Yeti Solar 
• ·     Peace Corps
• ·     800 Response
• ·     World Camp
• ·     AGC Partners
• ·     Tuck Business Bridge

 Participating employers will be updated on MOJO as they register.

Middlebury FoodWorks: Louisville

Bring your Meal and Attend an Info Session to Learn More!

Wednesday, March 7th at 6:15pm in Ross B11

Thursday, March 8th at 12:30pm in LaForce 121

Thursday, March 8th at 7:30pm in The Orchard, Hillcrest

Louisville partner Rowan Claypool will be available at these sessions to truly describe the FoodWorks experience and answer your questions!

 Middlebury FoodWorks: Louisville is a nine-week competitive PAID internship program – with FREE housing – centered on the different aspects of a local food economy in Louisville, KY. This information session will provide an overview of the program and its benefits, the kind of internships available, and answer any questions you may have!

Positions available in: city government, microenterprise and development, health and nutrition, marketing and retail, publishing, event planning, with non-profits, AND, yes, on farms and in restaurants.

For more information, please visit go/mfw and visit MOJO to apply! Deadline to Apply: March 15!

For more information, contact Amy McGlashan at EIA, x5103.