Back by popular demand, Professor Chistov is hosting a second religious freedom colloquium.
Register here to participate in a discussion colloquium on “Religious Freedom” Saturday, April 16th in the Club Room of the Honors townhouse.
Sponsored by the Institute for Humane Studies (IHS), this day-long colloquium will center on informal, yet serious, discussion with just fifteen participants. Dr. Theo Christov and Dr. Sam Goldman will serve as the discussion leaders in order to facilitate an in-depth exploration of the questions and challenges raised by a set of readings (totaling around 150 pages), which will be provided to you to read in advance. The readings include classical texts on religious freedom from thinkers like Locke and Tocqueville, to more contemporary arguments from John Rawls, to Supreme Court cases like Burwell v. Hobby Lobby.
This is an all day event, so please be sure that your schedule allows you to arrive in time for breakfast and be present through the concluding dinner Saturday night. You will be expected to attend the full program, including discussions, meals, and socials. As compensation for your participation, IHS will provide you a $100 stipend.
We are eager to embark on this intellectual adventure with you. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Prof. Christov at christov@gwu.edu.
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Religious Freedom Colloquium in March: You're Invited!
You are invited, as part of a select group of students, to participate in a discussion colloquium on “Religious Freedom” this spring at George Washington University.
Sponsored by the Institute for Humane Studies, this day-long colloquium will center on informal, yet serious, discussion with just fifteen participants. Dr. Theo Christov and Dr. Sam Goldman will serve as the discussion leaders in order to facilitate an in-depth exploration of the questions and challenges raised by a set of readings (totaling around 150 pages), which we will provide you with and ask you to read carefully in advance. The readings include classical texts on religious freedom from thinkers like Locke and Tocqueville, to more contemporary arguments from John Rawls, to Supreme Court cases like Burwell v. Hobby Lobby.
The event will take place on Saturday March 26, 2016 on the George Washington University campus. Please be sure that your schedule allows you to arrive in time for breakfast, and to be present through the concluding dinner Saturday night. You will be expected to attend the full program, including discussions, meals, and socials. As compensation for your participation, IHS will provide you a $100 stipend.
If you would like to attend this colloquium, please accept your invitation as soon as possible. This is a very small, select group of students and space is limited.
We are eager to embark on this intellectual adventure with you. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Professor Christov at christov@gwu.edu.
Internship Opportunity: United States Commission on International Religious Freedom
About Us
The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) is an independent, bipartisan, U.S. federal government commission – the first of its kind in the world – that monitors the universal right to freedom of religion or belief abroad. USCIRF reviews the facts and circumstances of religious freedom violations and makes policy recommendations to the President, Secretary of State, and Congress. USCIRF Commissioners are appointed by the President and Congressional leadership of both political parties.
General Information on USCIRF Internships
· Currently enrolled undergraduates or graduate students (including JD and LLM students) are eligible for internships.
· All USCIRF internships are unpaid; however, a small stipend and/or course credit may be available.
· Internships can be full-time (40 hours a week) or part-time (20-30 hours a week) for a minimum of 8 weeks.
General Eligibility Requirements (applicable to all USCIRF internships)
· U.S. citizenship (or otherwise authorized to intern with the U.S. government)
· Currently enrolled undergraduate (juniors and seniors) or graduate student (including JD and LLM candidates)
· Minimum 2.5 GPA
· Successful completion of a background check
Internship Responsibilities
· Research a variety of international religious freedom and human rights issues, with a focus on Europe and Central Asia;
· Assist with preparations for meetings, roundtables, Commission travel, and other events;
· Attend meetings at USCIRF with international visitors and other groups interested in USCIRF’s work;
· Attend and report on public hearings and other events in the DC area on issues relevant to USCIRF’s work;
· Provide general administrative support as needed.
Eligible candidates should have:
· a minimum 2.5 GPA;
· demonstrable knowledge, including academic background, of a particular world region;
· completed coursework (or have experience) in public policy, international affairs, political science, human rights, religious affairs, government affairs, or a related field;
· a willingness to perform administrative tasks;
· familiarity with the full Microsoft Office suite.
Fluency in Russian is preferred.
Application Requirements
1. Cover letter explaining your qualifications and why you would you like to intern at USCIRF
2. Resume
3. Writing sample (3-5 pages)
4. Letters of reference (at least 2)
How to Apply
E-mail, fax, or mail your application materials to:
USCIRF Internship Program
732 North Capitol Street, NW, Suite A714
Washington, DC 20401
202-523-3240 (phone)
202-523-5020 (fax)
internship@uscirf.gov
Please specify the internship and semester you are applying for in your cover letter and the subject line of an e-mailed application.
