Fall15 Course: Research for Model United Nations

June 17, 2015 / saisccny / Leave a comment

Information on how to register for the research course of Model UN is out! Be sure to check out the blog for more details.

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2015 is a crucial year for the United Nations. Not only it is its 70th anniversary but also the time for the Third International Conference on Financing for Development (July); Special Summit on Sustainable Development & 70th GA Session (September); and Paris Climate Change Conference (COP21) (November). If you want to get involved, no better way than registering for INTL 31408 – Research For Model United Nations.

Course description: Research for Model United Nations examines major issues facing the world organization. Students will also be introduced to the practice of international diplomacy through presentations and in-class simulations. They will conduct research in security, disarmament, environment, development, human rights, and humanitarian affairs. The course is designed to prepare for Model United Nations (Spring 2016) and provide general knowledge about international organizations.

INTL 31408 requires department permission. To register, please email or visit Gilana Gelman @ the International Studies office. She will need your name and…

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4th Annual Spring Gala

May 3, 2015May 3, 2015 / saisccny / Leave a comment

Join us this Thursday for the 4th Annual International Studies Spring Gala!

More information on how to get your ticket can be found here. Hope to see you there!

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Ad/PR Students Debunk The Fears of Undocumented Students

November 24, 2014November 24, 2014 / saisccny / Leave a comment

The City College of New York is a cultural melting pot. Students from all over the globe come here to obtain a higher education. Unfortunately, not all students have the same privileges available to them, primarily because of their immigration status. Fear keeps these students silenced.

Wednesday, December 3^rd, students from CCNY’s Advertising and Public Relations department will be shining a light on the fears that undocumented students face in college. These students, known as Belcan & Digm, would like to welcome their fellow City College classmates to their event, “Education without Barriers: Out of the Shadows.” Joining them will be CUNY filmmaker and activist Angy Rivera, who will be presenting a special clip from her documentary, No Le Diga Nada.

The film focuses on the fear of deportation that non-U.S. citizens face, which is also the theme of the event. It will be part of a greater effort by the Colin Powell Center, which pushes for Equal Opportunity for all CCNY students, whether or not they are U.S. citizens.

Belcan & Digm have developed an entire campaign, raising awareness of the fear that a number of City College students face. Education is a right to all students. Though it may not be as easily accessible to all, City College provides some help and student rights to those who seek it.

In addition to the film clip’s screening, the event will have games, a panel and a raffle with prizes. Students will have the opportunity to hear Angy speak on the topic followed by a brief Q&A session. Take the chance to break to silence at the North Academic Center’s Hoffman Lounge from 12-2 p.m. on Wednesday December 3^rd.