International Affairs and Public Policy Grad School Fair

When: Wednesday, September 17, 2014 6:00 - 8:00pm
Where: Marvin Center, George Washington University
Link: http://www.apsia.org/admissions-fairs/
Description: This event will bring more than 20 top graduate programs in international affairs and public policy - including Maryland's - together with young professionals who are interested in making a difference.

Thinking about grad school?
APSIA fairs can help you take the next step in your career!

Whether you’ve just started your search or have a shortlist in mind, APSIA representatives can help you navigate the admissions process. Register today and answer your questions about:

• application requirements,
• curricula and joint degrees,
• financial aid packages, and
• career opportunities.

You’ll leave with new information and new connections to admissions staff and other prospective students.  

Spark Weekend DC

When: Saturday-Sunday, September 13-14
Where: 1133 15th St NW Washington, DC 20005
Link: http://dc.sparkweekend.com/
Description: This opportunity comes to us from program alumni Andrew Bresee. There is a cost to participate, but Federal and Global Semester students will receive a 20% discount by using the promo code "GLOBALFEDERAL".

"Spark Weekend is a two-day, action-packed lifehacking bootcamp. You'll learn from leading experts in 20-minute Spark Talks on how to sleep better, increase focus, and enhance your physical health. We've created the perfect behavior change environment."

An Exhibition on Survival in Sarajevo

When: Tuesday, May 13, 5pm – 7pm
Where: Russell Senate Office Building, The Kennedy Caucus Room, Room 325, Constitution Avenue Northeast, Washington, DC, United States 

Networking Breakfast

When: Tue, May 13, 9:00am – 11:30am

Where: 2407 Marie Mount Hall University of Maryland

Description: Please join us in the Federal/Global Semester office for an opportunity to network with your peers and enjoy free food to close out the semester.

Brody Forum: A Debate Among the MD Democratic Attorney General Candidates

When: May 19, 2014 at 7:30 pm

Where: University of Maryland, College Park, Frank Auditorium, Van Munching Hall

The three candidates for the Democratic nomination for Attorney General, Delegate Aisha Braveboy, Delegate Jon Cardin, and Senator Brian Frosh, have released a joint statement announcing a debate schedule.

The campaigns have announced they will participate in two official debates. They will be held in the evening on May 19th at the University of Maryland, College Park and June 9th at the University of Baltimore School of Law.

While the candidates have participated in a number of forums around the state, these debates will be the only events organized by the campaigns and supervised by the Maryland Democratic Party. They will follow a traditional debate format.

There are less than two months remaining before the primary election. These debates will offer voters the opportunity to meet the candidates and hear them discuss the important issues in the race for Maryland's next Attorney General.

Redesigning Food Policy In and Outside of Our Nationʼs Capital

When: Fri, May 2, 3pm – 5pm
Where: Special Events Rm, McKeldin Library 6th Floor
Please RSVP to: http://tiny.cc/ansgex

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International Security and Economic Policy Project Presentations

When: Thu, May 1, 8:40am – 12:00pm
Where: Van Munching Hall, School of Public Policy

This would be a great event for anyone in or interested in joining the School of Public Policy at Maryland. Come watch students present their final projects to get an idea about what the project course entails and what you can learn through the program!