| Advising Information | Welcome to the Division of World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures (DWLLC) Newsletter! This newsletter is emailed to all students with majors or minors housed in DWLLC. In these newsletters, you will find a variety of information that will connect you to events, resources, funding, and internships/volunteer opportunities.
- Early Registration is from November 7 - December 2. Your registration time for Winter 22 and Spring 23 is now available on MyUI.
- Check your account for holds that need to be resolved before you can register: Common holds includes U-Bill Restriction, Unsigned Student Agreement, Student Health, Missing Transcripts.
- Please schedule an appointment with your academic advisor to be authorized to register before your registration date.
- November 14 - Deadline to drop a full-semester course with a W
- Deadlines to add or drop an off-cycle course: https://registrar.uiowa.edu/course-deadlines
- Graduating in Fall 22 and want to attend the commencement ceremony? RSVP here before November 10th.
| | Día de los Muertos
We welcome you to contribute to this year's DDLM's altar. Please bring ofrendas to deceased loved one's - food or things they liked, photos, or notes - to the CLCL.
On November 2nd, students will be presenting on DDLM's history and traditions.
| | | Stanley Awards for International Research | The Stanley Awards for International Research are given annually to outstanding University of Iowa students for the pursuit of research and learning activities in international studies not available on the UI campus. Learn more here.
Stanley Information Sessions:
Wednesday, October 26 | 4:30-5:30 p.m. | Zoom, register here
Tuesday, November 15 | 2:30-3:30 p.m. | Zoom, register here
Thursday, December 8 | 3:30-4:30 p.m. | Zoom, register here
| | | Earn a Global Seal of Biliteracy | What is it?
The Global Seal of Biliteracy is a credential issued in collaboration with an institution and which can be awarded to anyone —student or adult— from any state or country, that has met the criteria for one of its two award levels on one of its qualifying tests. Those criteria include demonstrating proficiency in English and one or more other language.
Why get it?
The Global Seal of Biliteracy is serial-numbered and can be listed as a credential, not just an award, on a CV or LinkedIn digital profile.
When to get it...
Available test dates in the CLCL or via online proctoring
- Nov. 1 - 12:30pm - 3:30pm
- Nov. 14 - 3:00pm - 6:00pm
- Nov. 15 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
- Nov. 17 - 8:00am - 11:00am
- Nov. 18 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
How to get it...
Access the testing portal below and select either online proctoring (provided by Avant Assessment, at a cost of $39.90), or in-person proctoring in the CLCL (at a cost of $24.90).
Signup Portal | | | Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Program | The Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Summer Enrichment Program is a six-week summer program designed to provide undergraduate students with a deeper appreciation of current issues and trends in international affairs, a greater understanding of career opportunities in international affairs, and the enhanced knowledge and skills to pursue such careers. The Program usually selects participants (known as “Rangel Scholars”) each year from universities throughout the United States. This program encourages the application of members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service, women, and those with financial need. Students live at Howard University, attend classes, and participate in a variety of programs with foreign affairs professionals at Howard and at diverse locations around Washington, DC.
The Program has two major components. First, in order to enhance participants’ academic preparation to work in international affairs, the Program provides two courses and a seminar that focuses on enhancing knowledge and skills related to U.S. foreign policy, economics, and writing. In addition, in order to provide greater insight into the foreign policy-making process and international affairs careers, the Rangel Program introduces the participants to a wide range of government and non-government professionals who work on global issues and also arranges visits to various institutions involved in international affairs. The Program also helps students explore graduate school, scholarship, fellowship, internship, and professional options in international affairs.
The Program covers the costs for tuition, travel, housing, and two meals per day. It also provides a stipend of $3,300.
Eligibility requirements:
- Applicants must be full-time undergraduate students, with at least sophomore status on the date of the application deadline.
- Applicants must have a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale at the time of application.
- Applicants must be a U.S. citizen.
For more info: https://rangelprogram.org/summer-enrichment-program/overview-eligibility/ | | | Mental Health Support | The University Counseling Center is a great FREE resource for students. The easiest way to get an appointment is just to call 319-335-7294, but you can also find out more here.
Since UCS’s services can be limited, it may also be a good idea to get in touch with a community provider who can offer more long-term support if this is something you’re interested in. It can be tough to start from scratch and find a good provider, but UCS also provides a referral service that helps put students in touch with providers who might be a good fit. You can request a meeting with their Clinical Case Manager who makes referrals at the same number (319-335-7294), and can find out more about how to connect with a therapist here
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