Mar 21

JETAA DC Grad School Night – update

Via JETAA DC:

Were you interested in the 2009 Grad School and Fellowship night, but waiting to RSVP until you see who’s going to be presenting? Well, get ready because JETAADC’s got an all star line up for you this year!

JETAADC will host 5 panelists to discuss their graduate school and fellowship/scholars hip experiences, to answer your most burning questions about the process in a question & answer session, and to network with you over free food and drinks after the event. The panelists are:

  1. Michael Acton – The George Washington University’s Elliott School of International Affairs, Masters of Arts in International Development
  2. Brooke Howell – University of Maryland Graduate School’s Phillip Merrill College of Journalism, Master of Journalism, with a concentration in Public Affairs Reporting, Merrill Fellowship recipient
  3. Thomas Kodiak – College of William & Mary’s Mason School of Business, Masters of Business Administration AND Thunderbird School of Global Management, Masters of International Management
  4. Lisa Mayorga – The American University’s School of International Service, Masters of International Communications
  5. Bina Sheladia – The University of Michigan’s Rackham Graduate School, Masters of Higher Education Administration.  Bina’s unique job experience related to fellowship administration will be discussed as well.

See you on the 31st!

Margaret Burton

JETAADC Outreach Chair

Greetings D.C. JETs!

Are you considering a graduate degree? Whether you’re looking to take your career to the next level, distinguish yourself from the competition in a tough job market/economic climate, or change career directions altogether, going back to grad school might be your ticket to success.

If you’re interested in learning more about different graduate programs, how to apply, what you can do with your degree, what scholarships/ fellowships are available, and more, mark your calendars to attend the 2009 JETAADC Grad School Night on Tuesday, March 31, 2009 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Old Ambassador’s Residence (2516 Massachusetts Ave., N.W.), adjacent to the Japanese Embassy.

JETAADC will host a panel discussion that will address various aspects of grad school as well as fellowships/ scholarships available and give you an opportunity to ask questions. After the discussion, enjoy a networking reception with food and beverages served. More details on our panelists to follow.

An RSVP is necessary if you wish to attend this popular event. Please RSVP to the JET Program Office via email (jet@embjapan. org) no later than Friday, March 27, 2009 by 3:00 p.m. Please bring photo identification with you to the event to gain access to the Old Ambassador’s Residence.

Please contact Margaret Burton (reitzmb at gmail. com) with questions about the event.

Looking forward to seeing you March 31!

Margaret Burton
2009-2010 JETAADC Outreach Chair


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