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• INTERNATIONAL GRADUATION SASHES
  
  ISS is offering students the opportunity to purchase international graduation sashes that may be worn over their robes on graduation day. Students will be able to purchase the sash that represents their home countries for $30.00. If you would like to purchase a sash, bring a personal check or cash to the ISS front desk. Many countries are in stock other sashes will be special ordered so that you may receive it in time for graduation. The last day to place a special order is December 1st. To see what your home country's sash looks like visit: http://www.visionwear.com/intersash.html.

• ISS OFFICE CLOSURE DURING HOLIDAYS
  
  The ISS office will be closed on the following days due to the holidays and mandatory furloughs: Thursday, November 26th, 2009 Friday, November 27th, 2009 Thursday, December 24th, 2009 through Friday, January 1st, 2010 **We will be unable to check phone or email messages on these days.**
  
  After the Thanksgiving break, the office will re-open Monday, November 30th at 10:00 am. Please be sure to obtain travel signatures and collect your documents prior to 4 pm on Wednesday, November 25th if necessary.
  
  After closing at 4pm on Wednesday, December 23rd for winter break, ISS will not re-open until Monday, January 4th, 2010. Therefore, please plan accordingly, and apply for new documents and travel signatures before the semester ends. Remember that processing time is two weeks for new documents and one business day for travel signatures. If your document will be expiring or you will be traveling abroad over the winter break, you must obtain extensions or travel endorsements BEFORE December 23rd.

• MFIS THANKSGIVING HOSPITALITY
  
  Enjoy Thanksgiving Day With a Local Family! Would you like to enjoy the traditional American Thanksgiving celebration with a local family? Madison Friends of International Students (MFIS) invites you to join an American family in their home to share a delicious meal and the cultural tradition of Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 26, 2009. If interested, please complete the form at http://iss.wisc.edu/mfis/programs/HoliHosp.htm and return it to the MFIS office by fax (608) 263-2838, or by email mfis@odos.wisc.edu. Deadline to sign up is November 20, 2009.

• WATUMULL SCHOLARSHIP FOR INDIAN STUDENTS
  Deadline: Tuesday, December 1st, 4:00 pm
  
  International Student Services is looking for one worthy Indian undergraduate or graduate student for the Watumull Scholarship Award. The winner will receive $2,000 and will be announced in Access ISS and on the ISS website. If you were born in India or are a citizen of India, are currently enrolled in a degree program here at UW-Madison, have a minimum grade point average of 3.0, and can demonstrate financial need, you are encouraged to view the application and consider applying. The application is available in the ISS office (Red Gym, room 217) or online. Applications must be turned into the ISS office no later than Tuesday, December 1st at 4pm.

• 18th ANNUAL RWHC $2,000 RURAL HEALTH PRIZE,
  Deadline: April 15, 2010
  
  The Hermes Monato, Jr. Prize of $2,000 is awarded annually for the best rural health paper. It is open to all students of the University of Wisconsin (any campus). Students are encouraged to write on a rural health topic for a regular class and then to submit a copy to the Rural Wisconsin Health Cooperative as an entry by April 15. Previous award winners as well as judging criteria and submission information are available at http://www.rwhc.com/Awards/MonatoPrize.aspx

UPCOMING ISS EVENTS

• International Education Week Photo Exhibit
  Monday, November 16 – Friday, November 20
  2nd Floor Gallery, Red Gym and Armory
  The US will celebrate International Education Week (http://iew.state.gov/) November 16 to November 20 and so will UW-Madison. In recognition, ISS along with International Academic Programs and the School of Business International Programs will host an exhibit of prize-winning photos taken in the United States and around the world by international and study abroad students. The exhibit will be on display all week from 8:00am to 8:00pm. It is free and all are welcome to enjoy it throughout the week.

• International Graduation Celebration
  Wednesday, December 2, 5PM- 7PM
  Wisconsin Alumni Association Lobby
  The Wisconsin Alumni Association and ISS invite all international students graduating in December and exchange students leaving at the semester’s end to a festive reception in celebration of their accomplishments. The evening will include food, music, and farewell speeches. Students are welcome to bring family members, friends and mentors. The event is free, but students are asked to register themselves and their guests at http://www.uwalumni.com/home/int-isgc.aspx.

• Taste of Cultures: Discover Iran!
  Thursday December 3, 6PM- 8PM
  On Wisconsin Room, Red Gym and Armory
  Iran is a country in the daily news. As a result, we know of its strategic geopolitical import and the vital role it plays in the world economy. But, what else do we know? What of her cultures and customs? Her music, poetry, and dance? What drives her people and inspires her youth? Learn about these and other compelling features of this Persian nation through the lens of Iranian students studying at UW. What better, more interesting source? Take it all in while enjoying authentic Iranian food. Free, but limited to the first 150 people.
  
  Click on http://iss.wisc.edu/programs/ to see a complete list of ISS fall programs. ISS is now on TWITTER! Join ISS_UW at http://twitter.com/UW_ISS.

More News from Campus and Beyond

• HOUSING OPTIONS OVER WINTER BREAK
  
  If you are a student living in the UW residence halls, and you plan to stay in Madison over winter break, it is important to start planning for your temporary housing. Students are supposed to vacate their residence halls within 24 hours of their last exam. The latest you can stay in the hall is until 12:00 noon, December 24th. The halls officially re-open Jan 16th. There are some options for moving back into the dorms early or for securing alternate places to stay. Click here for more information.

• WISCONSIN IDEA UNDERGRADUATE FELLOWSHIP & INFORMATION SESSIONS
  Monday, November 16, 6:00 Mezzanine AB, Red Gym 2nd floor
  Tuesday, November 17, 5:00 Rm 154, Red Gym, 1st floor
  Tuesday, December 1, 4:30 Rm 154, Red Gym, 1st floor
  WI Idea Undergraduate Fellowships provide opportunities for undergraduates to collaborate with a community partner and faculty/instructional staff sponsor to meet pressing community needs locally, nationally or internationally. Students earn three credits and receive a stipend (up to $3000 for individuals and $5000 for groups). Additional funding is also available to develop and implement the project.
  
  More information and application materials are available online at www.morgridge.wisc.edu/students/wif.html or at the Morgridge Center, 154 Red Gym. For more information, contact Elizabeth Tryon, etryon@wisc.edu or (608) 890-3334 . Gym. The application deadline is Friday, February 12, 2010

• STUDENT SEED (SEEKING EDUCATIONAL EQUITY AND DIVERSITY)
  Spring 2010 applications are DUE NOVEMBER 20TH
  This 3-credit seminar seeks to create a respectful environment for UW students to engage in real conversations about race, class, gender, sexual orientation, ability and other defining aspects of identity. We work primarily from the “textbook of our lives” to learn about ourselves, each other and our communities. If you have any questions please contact Mariko Lin via email at marikolin@wisc.edu

• 2010 LGBTA LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE--UW-Madison LGBT Campus Center
  January 29-31, Easter Seals Camp, Wisconsin Dells
  Applications are DUE DECEMBER 4TH
  The goal of the LGBTA Leadership Institute is to develop future leaders for campus by: orienting them to campus processes; developing a sense of collegiality among future leaders, and improving leadership skills. Anyone can apply for the Leadership Institute; however the goal is to develop future leaders, so we particularly encourage freshman and sophomore applicants. Spaces are limited. Download the application at lgbt.wisc.edu

• SPRING COURSES WITH GLOBAL EMPHASIS
  To help students interested in international and global issues find classes that are often scattered across campus, Global Studies has once again compiled a list of UW-Madison courses with global content for Spring 2010 (see http://global.wisc.edu/courses/).

• HONORS FELLOW PROGRAM
  The Honors Fellow Program seeks to build Honors Community through dialogue about social justice through Inter L&S 180 and 480 courses. Sophomores and Juniors participate in Inter L&S 480, a 3-credit Honors seminar, in the spring semester and then facilitate Inter L&S 180, a 1-credit course for incoming students as Honors Fellows, for which they receive a small stipend. Learn more about the Program on the Honors Program Website: http://www.honors.ls.wisc.edu/SiteContent.aspx?prev=1&id=275

OTHER EVENTS

• SHAB-E-IGBAL
  Saturday, November 14, 6:00 pm, 3650 Humanities Building
  
  The Pakistani Students Association presents a culturally enriching and philosophically profound performance, Shab-e-Iqbal (Iqbal Night). Learn about Sir Muhammad Igbal- poet, humanitarian, and philosopher who penned the ideology for the state of Pakistan and was undeniably one of the strongest proponents of the political and spiritual revival of Islam throughout history. Sir Iqbal's message, however, is not limited to just the Muslims of this world. It extends to the human race as a whole.
  
  The event consists of poetry readings (with translations), skits, video presentations and a musical performance. In addition, food will also be provided free of cost. For more information you can send an email to psa.wisconsin@gmail.com or visit: http://pakistan.rso.wisc.edu

• 5TH ANNUAL MADISON TURKISH FILM FESTIVAL
  MADISON ASSOCIATION OF TURKISH STUDENTS
  November 14-15, Memorial Union- Frederic March Play Circle
  Featuring four Turkish films. All movies are shown with All movies are shown with English subtitles. The festival is free and open to the public. Invite your friends! You can find more info about the movies at our website. http://mtsa.rso.wisc.edu/filmfestival09.htm

• FREE KARAOKE NIGHT
  Thursday, November 12, 9:00pm-12am, Der Rathskeller, Memorial Union
  Sing along to domestic and international songs provided on a TV screen while the audience follows the lyrics on a large projection screen. Bring your friends for a fun night of karaoke! Sponsored by the Wisconsin Union Directorate Global Connections and Student Performance Committees. Intended for UW-Madison students, faculty, staff and Union members and guests. For more information about this event, please contact Willa Song, (608) 265-5236, wjsong2@wisc.edu, or visit www.union.wisc.edu/globalconnections.

• FREE TAHITIAN DINNER WITH GIRL SCOUTS
  Saturday, November 14th, 6:30, Madison Hostel
  Wisconsin Girl Scouts formally invites any international student that are interested to attend Cultural Kitchen this Saturday November 14th at The Madison Hostel 141 S. Butler St (corner of Butler and King). This event is aimed at teaching young girls, involved in Wisconsin Girl Scouts, about different cultures. The girls will be cooking a Tahitian dinner for any international guest who wishes to attend. If you are interested in attending please RSVP by emailing Kristen Donat at kristendonat@gmail.com so that we know how many people to cook for.

• TURKISH NIGHT- CELEBRATE 86TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE TURKISH REPUBLIC
  November 22, 5:00-9:00pm, Eagle Heights Community Center
  Sponsored by Madison Association of Turkish Students (MATS). We invite all friends to come and join us at our traditional night of fun, celebration, dance, music , good company, and more! Don’t miss the chance to taste samples from delicious Turkish cuisine! The night is free and open to the public.

• FREE FILMS with LGBT International themes: Every other Wednesday Wednesday, December 16, OutReach, 600 Williamson St., 608-255-8582
  SAVING FACE is a romantic comedy. Chinese-American lesbian is shocked when her widowed mother shows up on her doorstep, pregnant. Daughter helps Mom save face in the Chinese community by finding her a Mr. Right. http://www.lgbtoutreach.org/

CAREER CORNER

• Washington DC Semester in International Affairs
  INFORMATION SESSION Thursday, November 19th from 5:00-6:00 p.m. in Room 260 Bascom Hall.
  
  The Washington DC Semester in International Affairs is a Fall semester program combining an international Affairs focused internship with regular seminars with prominent speakers and distinguished UW-Madison alumni working in professional, academic and diplomatic fields related to international affairs.
  
  Past internships have included: UN Foundation; CSIS; Carnegie Endowment for International Peace; Corporate Council on Africa; Amnesty International; Voice of America; Sullivan Foundation; Manchester Trade; Peace Corps; National Academy of Sciences; International Fund for Agricultural Development; Center for Advanced Defense Studies; Vital Voices; Council of the Americas; Genocide Intervention Network; National Defense University, etc.
  
  Learn more about the program at the upcoming information session or visit the website: www.international.wisc.edu/WashingtonDC
  Application Deadline is March 1, 2010

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