International Summer University "Public Choice: The Economic Analysis of Government Failure"

New Economic School – Georgia in  partnership with Freedom Works (USA) and Institute for Economic Affairs (UK) are pleased to announce the call for participants for the International Summer University “Public Choice: The Economic Analysis of Government Failure”. The event will take place on 11th - 17th of August 2013 in Bakuriani, Hotel “Tbilisi”, Mountain Resort in Georgia.

Lecturers:
- Dr. Randal Holcombe, Professor of Economics, Florida State University, USA
- Dr. Pierre Garello, Professor of Economics, Paul Cezanne University, Aix en Provence, director of IES-Europe, France
- Dr. Roland Voubel, Professor of Economics, University of Mannheim, Germany
- Paata Sheshelidze, President, New Economic School – Georgia
- Gia Jandieri, Vice-president, New Economic School - Georgia

Requirements for Participants:
Participants of the Summer School can be from: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, USA, Germany, Israel, Turkey and Georgia.

Application Requirements:
- Candidates must sent CV and motivation letter to: university@nesgeorgia.org
- Participation fee: 100 USD (includes accommodation, meals, seminar materials and transportation from and to Tbilisi)
- Travel grants for foreign participants are limited. Applicants should note about their need of travel grant.
- The travel grant doesn't include the participation fee.
- There is no visa requirement for the citizens of listed above countries.

Financial Support:
 

NESG covers:
1. Accommodation expenditures for all participants;
2. Three times meals for all participants;
3. Transportation of all participants to and from the venue in Bakuriani, Georgia;
4. Travel expenditures of selected participants from following countries - Armenia, Azerbaijan, Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, USA, Germany, Israel, Turkey and Georgia;

All participants pay fee of USD 100.

NESG is responsible for purchasing of flight tickets for the selected participants;
NESG is responsible for accommodation reservation;
NESG is responsible for transportation of all participants from Tbilisi and Tbilisi Airport to Bakuriani and back;

NESG is not responsible for:
- Health insurance and services;
- Tickets for not-selected participants;
- Other additional expenses;  

Special Offer for Donors: 
- An organization or person who is willing to support summer camp could nominate candidates for participation or create scholarship for applicants.
- Amount for one scholarship: 380 USD + international travel expenses.

Deadline: 
a) for international applications: July 1st, 2013,
b) for foreign participants applying for travel grant, application deadline is June 15th, 2013
c) for Georgian participants: July 15th, 2013

- Selected participants from foreign countries will be contacted before July 5.
- Selected Participants from Georgia will be announced at: July 28
- Every selected participant will receive reading materials by email and then a complimentary book: Public Choice – A Premier, 

Contacts 

Phone: + 995 322 399 375; Cellphone:+ 995 593 280 433
Email: university@nesgeorgia.org

Bucharest Summer University 2013

The Students' Union of the Bucharest University of Economic Studies (US ASE), through the Students’ Senate, gladly invites you to take part in one of this summer's most interesting educational experiences: Bucharest Summer University 2013. This 9th edition of the international summer school, held annually in Bucharest, gathers students from all over the world to discuss different topics in the economics field. This international cultural and academic event focuses on economic problems and related fields of interest and has as a main objective to promote the common academic values.

The courses will take place between the 11th and 25th of August 2013. Together with speakers and professors from top universities and companies around the world, the 55 participants will spend 2 weeks in the campus of the Bucharest University of Economic Studies including one extended week-end exploring particular destinations across the country.

Do not miss the chance to apply for this year’s experience! It’s the perfect opportunity to discover a new country, a lot of new people from all around the world and to learn a lot of great information!

This year's theme is "Information and Governance in the Future Global Economy".

What do you have to do to apply? It’s really simple:

• Write your Curriculum Vitae (you have the model here) and complete the Application Form (you can, also, download it from here).


• For a Total Payment Application (590 euros)* you can apply until the 20th of June at application@bsu.ase.ro


• If you want to apply for Partial Payment Application (290 euros)* – then you have to add to your CV and Application Form your letter of motivation and send them at application@bsu.ase.ro until the 20th of June.


• If you want to be considered for a Full Scholarship* you have to write an essay (1200 words in a Word document, written with Times New Roman, Size 12, Spacing 1,5) on the theme “My scenario for the future governance in the global economy” and send it to us, along with the other documents (CV, Letter of Motivation and Application Form), until 15th of June at application@bsu.ase.ro 

Applicants must be a student (bachelor degree and master degree) or a PhD candidate.

Website: http://www.bsu.ase.ro/index.html

XVI Summer School of Economics in Belgrade

The Institute of Economic Sciences, Belgrade, is organizing the 16^th annual Summer School of Economics on July 15^th – July 19^th 2013. It was started in 1998, triggered by the need to provide education about emerging market economy and contemporary economic trends that were excluded from the formal system of education at the time. Since the Summer School gathers students from the entire region of the Western Balkans, it not only offers students the opportunity to learn from distinguished lecturers, both from Serbia and abroad, but also the chance to meet their peers from the region, and establish friendships and networks that will be important in their future careers.

The focus of the previous Summer Schools was on economic policy, and its related fields, such as social policy, education and labor market policies, issues of poverty and inequality, etc. Students had the opportunity to attend lectures from leading experts in the field of economic and social policy. A further topic was institutional development in the context of economic development. Issues of poverty, inequality and living standard development in some of the European countries were presented in the context of long run economic perspectives. In addition, certain recommendations and experiences were highlighted for the developing countries and for Serbia as well. The proper place of financial capital in the modern economic system, a topic of special interest today, and the one which brought forward the loudest calls for state regulation and intervention, were also presented. In connection with this, different views could be found regarding to the concrete steps that should be taken to solve the consequences of the economic crisis.

The topics that were taught at the last year’s Summers School included economic growth, monetary policy issues, social market economy, lessons learned from the economic crises, activities of international organizations in Serbia etc. Universities and institutions the lecturers of the 15th Summer School came from included London School of Economics (Great Britain), University of Belgrade (Serbia), World Bank, International Monetary Fund, USAID, National Bank of Serbia, Securities’ Commission, Konrad Adenauer Foundation (Germany), F.A. von Hayek Institute (Austria).

The students of economics, law and social sciences from the region will have a possibility to share their critical views with the lecturers from both academia and practice. The students will have the opportunity to attend the lectures given by the professors from the prestigious world and local universities. Furthermore, students will have an excellent opportunity to find out more about how economic policy making looks like “from the inside”, as they will attend lectures of top-level policymakers in Serbia. Students will also have opportunity to meet representatives of the diplomatic core and international organizations in Serbia, who usually teach the Summer School participants lessons on the democratization of the society and on the role of international organizations in Serbia and the region.

APPLICATION

Thirty (30) applicants will be accepted to the Summer School. Education in social sciences and humanities is preferred (especially in economics and related disciplines, such as law, political science, sociology, organizational science and the like).

Applicants from the following countries may apply: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Greece, FYR Macedonia, Hungary, Montenegro, Romania, Serbia, Slovak Republic and Slovenia.

The list of other requirements is set out below:

• Under 30 years of age
• Application form >>>
• Motivation letter (up to 300 words describing why you would like to take part in the school, what you expect to gain from it and how you think you will contribute to its overall organization while participating in it and in future)
• Short Resume or CV
• Two recommendation letters (from professors or superiors, must include their contact details)
• High average mark during (if still a student) or at the end of studies (if the applicant has already graduated)
• Good knowledge of the English language (if available, please send us some proof)

You can register either (a) online, by sending the required materials to summerschool@ien.bg.ac.rs or (b) at the Institute of Economic Sciences’ premises, at Zmaj Jovina 12, 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia (you can either send the required documentation by mail or bring it yourself). Deadline for sending applications is June 10^th, 2013.

ADMISSION 
The Selection Committee will be in charge of announcing the final list of participants no later than the 20^th of June. The factors most affecting the outcome will be the motivation letter, the recommendation letters and an interview (for those outside of Belgrade, a phone interview will be conducted). Those who have been chosen will need to confirm their participation by the 1^st of July.

ACCOMMODATION AND MEALS 
The participants who are not from Belgrade will be accommodated at the hostel in downtown Belgrade. All meals are included. All participants will be provided lunch and refreshments during the lectures.

CONTACT INFORMATION
Tel. 00 381 11 2623 357

Fax 00 381 11 2181 471
E-mail: summerschool@ien.bg.ac.rs

All further information regarding the Summer school – the final list of lecturers, the time table etc. – will be published in due course on IES's website.

9th Annual PSSI Summer School

The 9^th Annual PSSI Summer School “NATO’s Security Challenges” will be held on July 7–12, 2013 in Měřín, Czech Republic, in cooperation with NATO’s Public Diplomacy Division.

Objective:

The main objective of Summer School is to offer a high-profile study course for students currently enrolled in Master’s degree programs, based on presentations, interactive workshops and simulations with international security experts from academia and government fields.

Eligibility:

Students currently enrolled in Master’s degree programs in Political Science, International Relations and Economics and other relevant fields from NATO’s member and partner countries.

Agenda includes topics such as:

• Cybersecurity
• Energy security
• NATO-Russia relations
• NATO and the US Pivot
• Afghanistan after 2014
• US and EU perspective on NATO’s security challenges

Invited Speakers:

Jiří Schneider, First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Czech Republic; Dr. Andrew Monaghan, Research Fellow, Chatham House, UK; Keir Giles, Director, Conflict Studies Research Center, U.K.; Amb. Vaclav Bartuška, Ambassador-at-large for Energy Security, Czech Republic; Dr. Petr Luňák, Deputy Head, Public Diplomacy Division, NATO; Kurt Volker, Executive Director of the McCain Institute and former US Permanent Representative to NATO; Robert Cooper, Counsellor, European External Action Service, UK; Roger W. Robinson, Jr.,PSSI Co-Founder and former Senior Director of International Economic Affairs, National Security Council, USA; Amb. Petr Pelz, PSSI Executive Director and former Czech Ambassador to Afghanistan.

Application:

Please download the application form and send it filled-out, along with your CV and essay to christensen@pssi.cz by June 1, 2013. The selected participants will be notified by June 8, 2013.

Costs:

Registration fee amounts to 2000,- Kc / 80 EUR. Accommodation and meals will be fully covered by organizers; foreign participants’ travel expenses will be partially reimbursed (not applicable to those selected students from the Czech Republic or Slovakia). Participants will receive more information upon their selection.  

For further information please contact Mr. Stephen Christensen at christensen@pssi.cz

Website: http://www.pssi.cz/security-scholars-program/summer-school/summer-school-213/detail

Venice Academy of Human Rights 2013

The Venice Academy of Human Rights is an international and interdisciplinary programme of excellence for human rights education, research and debate. It provides an enriching forum for emerging ideas, practices and policy options in the field of human rights. The Academy hosts distinguished experts to promote critical and useful research and innovation through the exchange of current knowledge. This year the Academy will take place on 8 - 19 July.

Participation is open to academics, practitioners and Ph.D./J.S.D. students from all countries of the world with an advanced knowledge of human rights. In the selection of participants, the Academy puts great emphasis on fostering interdisciplinarity and securing gender equality. Participation is limited to 60 participants.

The Academy reviews all applications after the end of the application deadline. We aim to give participants as much time as possible for the organisation of visa, travelling and accommodation. Additional applications, after the deadline has passed, will only be considered if the number of accepted participants is below 60.

Important note: While all applications will be reviewed after the deadline has passed, the Academy appreciates early applications as it facilitates the review process.

 

Eligibility 

The Academy is an intensive programme of high standard and applicants should be confident that they are academically and linguistically prepared. All courses will be taught in English. It is, therefore, indispensable that all participants understand and speak English without any difficulty.
Participants must be

• currently enrolled in a PhD/JSD programme in human rights, international law, political science, international relations, philosophy, sociology or related subjects,

          or

• have work experience of at least two years in one of these fields in an international or non-governmental organisation,

          or

• work on human rights issues for a government authority or in academia.

Fees and Waivers

The participation fee is EUR 600. The fee includes enrolment, lunch during the week (Monday-Friday), use of the facilities at EIUC (including wireless access) and social events. The registration fee does not include accomodation. 

The Venice Academy of Human Rights does not offer scholarships.

In the case of hardship, the participation fee can be waived for up to five admitted participants who demonstrate special needs. Priority is given to participants from developing countries. An application for a waiver must be made through the online application form. In case the participation fee is waived, the admitted participant still needs to cover all other expenses associated with the stay in Venice.

 

Costs 

All participants must ensure sufficient funds to support themselves during the Academy. Upon request from admitted participants, the Academy can provide support and confirmation letters to employers and grant institutions.

A list of accommodation options on Lido and in Venice, including two special arrangements starting at approx. 40 EUR per night, will be sent to all admitted participants.

Applications will be accepted until 5 May 2013.

Read more: http://www.eiuc.org/research/venice-academy-of-human-rights.html

Global Entrepreneurship Summer School 2013

Don’t miss the chance to be part of the most exciting Summer School around the Globe. Apply now and meet leading entrepreneurial talents from around the world for more than one week in Germany. The Global Entrepreneurship Summer School under the general topic Rethinking Education will take place on Sep 18 – Sep 26, 2013 in Munich.

The vision of the Global Entrepreneurship Summer School is based on the claim „Billion Dollar Projects to Foster Societal Change“. We want to encourage and connect outstanding students from all over the world to challenge society’s problems by entrepreneurial means. We want the students to think big and contribute to sustainable change in the dimension of billion. The Global Entrepreneurship Summer School is a collaborative project of the four leading university-based Entrepreneurship Centers in Munich – that’s why we believe in the power of entrepreneurial thinking for a better und sustainable future.

During the Summer School the student teams develop ideas that have both a sustainable impact for society and a self-sustaining, profitable business model. The students learn about entrepreneurship, develop their own sustainable business ideas and build a long-lasting network of international excellent and entrepreneurial students. The Global Entrepreneurship Summer Schools fosters the important role of education, entrepreneurship and networking for a sustainable development.

Who can apply?
You have to be enrolled in any university at any time during 2013 and you have to be between 18 – 27 years old. Example: If you are enrolled only until February 2013 you can apply even if you won’t be enrolled in September 2013.”Enrolled” applies in our definition also to MBA or PhD students.

Application process
This year we will accept 35 outstanding students from around the world who will get an invitation to Munich. In addition we will accept 15 virtual participants. All applications will go through a very strict, but fair selection process. The deadline for Early Bird applications will be April 30, 2013. The regular deadline will be May 31, 2013 (GMT -12). We will inform everybody at the latest during the last week of June about their application status.

Accommodation
Participants won’t have to pay for their accommodation. We will provide accommodation from Sep 17 until Sep 27 either in the guesthouse of the LMU or at other places such as appartments of other participants from Munich.

Global Scholarships
International students who are invited to Munich will automatically receive a travel scholarship. The Global Entrepreneurship Summer School will contribute 50% of your total travel costs (mostly flight tickets) up to a cap of € 500,-. Just to remind you, accommodation, travel during your stay and lots of food during the week is also included!

Food & travel in Munich
We will provide you for free some exclusive dinners as well as many snacks and coffee during the whole week. In addition we will cover your travel expenses for the public transport in Munich throughout the whole week.

Tuition
We will charge a tutuion fee of € 79,- for early bird applicants and € 119,- for regular applicants per selected participant. (Note: Previously we mentioned here that this only applies to students from Germany. We changed that recently due to the following reason: For our international guests the fee covers part of the the medical insurance including an ambulance transport or even a emergency transfer back home. We will get back to those applicants who have applied before 26.03. if you get selected on how to handle that individually.)

If you are a student from Germany and you can provide accommodation to an international participant you won’t have to pay a tuition fee – no matter when you apply.

Please apply here with your CV and motivational letter (max. around 200 words) as PDF attachments.

 
If you have any questions please please send a mail to info@globalsummerschool.org

Summer School for Young Professionals 2013: Challenges of Global Security Environment

Centre for European and North Atlantic Affairs (CENAA) together with its partner Armed Forces Academy of General M. R. Štefánik (AFA) in Liptovský Mikuláš, Slovakia is organizing the Summer School for Young Professionals 2013: Challenges of Global Security Environment on 29 June 2013 – 7 July 2013. If you are a master or doctoral level student of political science and/or international relations, or a young professional who is interested and active in the foreign and security policy issues, then we would like to invite YOU to join other students from Central Europe (V4), South Eastern Europe (Western Balkans), Ukraine and South Caucasus in an interactive week-long forum focused on the current issues of the security policy.

You can enjoy the environment of the Armed Forces Academy in Liptovský Mikuláš, located between the beautiful High and Low Tatras. On July 4th we will move our summer school from Liptovský Mikuláš to Mukcahevo in Ukraine and we will continue with our program. The structure of the teaching at the summer school is aimed to provide you with the basics of the security policy background and overview of the current security issues such as Afghanistan beyond 2014, NATO partnerships, smart defence or  current events in Africa and other conflict region. 

One of the main objectives of this international summer school is the preparation of young professionals – future leaders from mentioned regions – to act in the foreign and security policy. Interactive discussions and lectures led by top speakers from various international and Slovak organizations will therefore focus on open exchange of ideas and interaction of participants from different backgrounds. There will be many side activities besides the classroom lectures and discussions – dynamic workshop, trip to nearby High Tatras and city of Liptovský Mikuláš, receptions, Airbase in Prešov and others.

The teaching language of the summer school will be English. At the end of the school, you will receive certificate of course attendance issued by the Armed Forces Academy.

Application Process

To apply please send a complete application package, i.e. filled-in application form, your CV and motivation letter (max 550 words), to the following email address: school@cenaa.org (put word “application” into the mail subject). The deadline for receiving your application is April 30, 2013 (Tuesday). You will receive the information on your acceptance within one week after this deadline. If accepted you will be provided with complete details regarding the summer school.

Participants will be selected according to the following criteria:

1. Educational background
2. Level of English as a second language
3. Motivation letter, in which the interest in the issues of the foreign and security policy will be valued the most

Motivation letter should address your interest in the issues related to the topic of the summer school and should explain how do you intend to turn the knowledge and experiences gained at the summer school for your benefit. Motivation letter should be maximum 550 words. It will be taken into consideration that English is not your mother tongue; however, a good command of English is required.

Financial Support

• If you are from Ukraine, South Caucasus or Western Balkans: Your travel costs, accommodation and meals will be fully covered. However there is a participation fee 60 EUR and you should pay your visa if required by yourself.
• If you are from V4 country: Your accommodation and meals will be fully covered. However there is a participation fee 100 EUR and you should pay your travel cost by yourself.
• If you are from any other country: You will have to cover all the expenses of your participation at the Summer School. It amounts to 290 EUR + travel cost.

E-mail: school@cenaa.org

Mobile: +421 949 341 304

Website: http://cenaa.org/en/publications/summer-school/

Summer School on Human Rights, Minorities and Diversity Management

Since 1999 the Institute for Minority Rights organizes a Summer School on the topics of Human Rights, Minorities and Diversity Management. The international Summer School hosts 20 - 30 students from all over the world and offers a platform to discuss and elaborate on current topics in the field of diversity management with outstanding academic experts but also practitioners from international organizations, such as political advisers of the OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities, lawyers from the European Court of Human Rights, experts and members of the Advisory Committee of the Framework Convention for the Protection of National Minorities etc. The Summer School will take place on 24 June – 5 July 2013 in the city of Bolzano/Bozen, Italy. Special Focus 2013: The Revival of Self-determination: opportunities, concerns and challenges.

In the last few years, claims for self-determination, secession and independence have entered a new phase. In Western Europe, the borders of states seemed settled yet independence movements re-gained importance in Scotland, Catalonia and Flanders. In other parts of the world, claims to form an individual state are long-standing issues and have proven to be very durable. For instance, Tibet has been claiming for its self-determination and independence from virtually 100 years. Such demand fuelled after the Chinese occupation in 1950. Other territories such as Palestine, Abkhazia and many more also have been fighting for their right to self-determination since several decades.

The International Summer School “Human Rights, Minorities and Diversity Management: Self-determination" takes up these new and old trends and analyzes them from a variety of different perspectives. The prominent role of international law in the debate of secession and self-determination will be further complemented by perspectives of political science and sociology. One the one hand, sub-national political parties as well as social movements have always been important drivers of self-determination claims. On the other hand, international players such as the United Nations, the European Union and others, maneuvered by their members, play a significant role in hindering or facilitating the right to self-determination. The emergence of new states through unilateral declarations of independence, such as in the case of Kosovo, are confronted with bilateral agreements, such as in the case of Slovakia and Czech Republic.

In particular, the Summer School aims to discuss the following topics:

• external self-determination vs. various forms and degrees of self-government
• the role of regionalist and nationalist parties
• the role of violence in independence movements
• minority rights protection
• economic and financial implications of secession and independence.

The Summer School aims to cover a broad range of geographical spectrum of independence movements, from cases in Europe (e.g., Scotland, Basque Country, Corsica, South Tyrol, Flanders) and the Balkans to Russia and Asia , the Middle East (e.g., Palestine), Asia (e.g., Tibet) and eventually excursions to Africa, South America and Canada. The Summer School brings together leading academic experts in the field of international law and political science, but also offers students a possibility to discuss with practitioners from international organizations, leaders of political and social movements and journalists. 

Who should participate?

• Post-graduate students wishing to acquire greater competitive personal competence beneficial for a future career in academia or in practice-oriented professions; • Lawyers, economists, political and social scientists and others working in non-governmental organizations;
• Civil servants from local, regional or national administrations who primarily deal with minority and diversity related issues and therefore require both theoretical and practical training in this year’s topics; and
• Journalists and teachers interested in recent developments, current theories and advanced training in related fields. 

Diploma and credits (possibility of a publication)

You can either chose to obtain a diploma of participation or write an essay after the Summer School and obtain 5 ECTS points (from University of Graz). The best essays will be offered the possibility to be published in the European Diversity and Autonomy Papers.   

Tuition Fees and Scholarships

• Tuition fee including lunch: 350€ - Accommodation, travel costs and other expenses are not covered by the tuition fee.  
• Convenient accommodation for every participant will be arranged by the organizers in the Youth Hostel of Bozen/Bolzano. 
• 8 Scholarships covering accommodation in a 4 bed-room at the Youth Hostel as well as reducing the tuition fee to 150 € are available. Selection is based on the application and in particular the short essay.

Application Process

Please apply online clicking here until the 14.04.2013. 

REMEBER: only fully completed applications are taken into consideration - we will not inform you if any field has not been completed! 

For problems and questions please write to meir@eurac.edu

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Youth and Conflict - Conflict Resolution Education in Central Asia

The Center for Conflict Studies (CCS) at the University of Marburg is delighted to announce the call for applications for the international summer school “Youth and Conflict - Conflict Resolution Education in Central Asia”. The CCS has been awarded a grant by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) to organize the summer school in collaboration with the Kyrgyz Russian Slavonic University (KRSU) and the DAAD in Bishkek. The summer school will take place at KRSU on August 25 - 31, 2013.

The summer school deals with the role of the youth in Central Asia with a special focus on conflicts and conflict resolution approaches. The role of youth with regard to conflicts is ambiguous. Youth may play a central role as a high-risk group for conflict escalation as well as be „agents of change“ who can stimulate a peaceful development and social consensus within conflict societies. On average, Central Asian societies are rather young with a high percentage of young people who have great impact on the societal development. Central Asia has been in transition since the end of the Cold War and has had to deal with violent conflict where „youth bulges“ at times played an important role for the conflict process. An in-depth analysis of the role of youth in connection with conflict in Central Asia therefore lies at hand.

The objectives of the summer school are threefold: 

• First, students will receive training in approaches to conflict resolution and mediation. 
• Second, students will be introduced to conflict resolution education and the role of marginalized youth in conflict transformation. 
• Finally, students will apply the acquired skills in practice through the analysis of specific conflicts in Central Asia.

FINANCIAL CONDITIONS: Thanks to the financial support by the DAAD we can offer full funding for travel and board for all accepted applicants. Accepted applicants are asked to book tickets to Bishkek early in advance.
 

ELIGIBILITY: Students must hold a BA degree and have Kazakh, Kyrgyz, Tajik, Turkmen or Uzbek citizenship. Applications from nationals of other countries will not be accepted. In addition, a small number of Master or doctoral students from Germany can also be funded. 

 
APPLICATION: All applicants are asked to submit a CV of no more than two pages and a letter of motivation. The letter of motivation must not exceed 700 words. The letter of motivation should outline the reasons for applying and the intended benefits you expect for your further studies at university, research or professional career.

Please send your application to summpacs@staff.uni-marburg.de. DEADLINE: April 15, 2013. Applicants who are selected will take part in an essay competition (deadline: August 1, 2013).

Transparency International Summer School on Integrity

Applications are welcome for the Transparency International Summer School on Integrity that will take place in Vilnius, Lithuania, on 8-14 July, 2013. The Summer School is designed for students, graduates and young professionals. 

The aim of the Summer School is to provide student leaders from across the region with an opportunity to learn first-hand from professionals working in the anti-corruption field. The School seeks to provide students with a peer-to-peer learning and integrity-building platform that links international experience with transparency and integrity to the current situation in post-communist countries and beyond.

Participants of the Transparency International Summer School on Integrity  learn about the causes of corruption and practical ways in which societies can become more transparent and accountable.

 

The School staff  offer students state-of-the-art professional guidance and compelling case studies showing long-term sustainability through transparent and integrity. Led by leading anti-corruption professionals, the School seeks to create an environment that brings discussions about transparency and integrity from a high public policy level into the classroom and the everyday life of students.

University students earn 6 ECTS credits upon successful completion of the course.

Course Programme 

The TI Summer School consists of three teaching modules covering the public sector, the private sector and civic empowerment. Each module will include theoretical definitions of corruption as it affects different parts of society, and how anti-corruption tools are used in practice.

• The public sector module covers abuse of office, nepotism, public procurement and accountability mechanisms for public institutions.
• The private sector module focuses on international anti-corruption mechanisms, corporate reporting standards, media accountability, and corruption in different industry sectors.
• The civic empowerment module addresses the role of citizens in monitoring the activities of the state and explores ways in which people can become involved in the public decision-making process, in reporting corruption, and in anti-corruption activities.

Students will be introduced to new online mobilisation methods, falling under the “web 2.0″ rubric, used by organisations such as Sunlight Foundation, My Society and will receive a training on media literacy, i.e. how to critically read and work with news.

Application Process

Applicants wishing to apply shall submit the following documents:
1) Application form (save as.doc)
2) Europass CV.

The completed application form with the CV should be sent to admissions@transparencyschool.org. Only fully filled applications will be considered. The copies of the diplomas and letters of recommendations are welcome but not compulsory. The final deadline for the submission of application documents is 1 May 2013.

Fees

For 2013 the course participation fee is set at 400 EUR. The fee covers accommodation, meals, study material and extra-curricular activities. Participants are expected to cover their own travel expenses (including visas, insurance, etc.). Students may be granted (partial) tuition fee waivers in exceptional cases.

Scholarships

A limited number of competitive scholarships is available. Full scholarships cover transportation, tuition and board expenses. Students seeking a scholarship are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Students may be also offered partial scholarships that cover a part of their expenses.

Students from the following countries can apply for a full scholarship (the full list of eligible countries is to be confirmed by 1 April 2013): Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bulgaria, Egypt, Estonia, Georgia, Jordan, Latvia, Lebanon, Libya, Lithuania, Moldova, Morocco, Palestine, Romania, Russia, Ukraine, Syria and Tunisia.

For further questions regarding the application procedure, fees, scholarships or general inquiries, please contact at admissions@transparencyschool.org
 

Web-site: http://transparencyschool.org/

European Forum Alpbach 2013

"Experiences and Values" is the general topic of the European Forum Alpbach 2013 which will take place from August 12 to 31, 2013 in the village of Alpbach in the Tyrolean mountains. The three-week event offers an opportunity to enter into discussion with renowned personalities. In a unique atmosphere, speakers from a wide variety of disciplines will discuss burning issues of our times with the participants. An extensive social programme offers opportunities to continue debates outside the conference and seminar rooms. This special nature of the European Forum attracts around 4,000 participants from more than 60 countries every year.

To enable young people to share in this experience, the European Forum Alpbach Non-Profit Foundation under Private Law, supported by many sponsors, makes scholarships available for students and recent graduates. Last year, more than 600 students and recent graduates from 47 countries were able to take part in the Forum thanks to scholarships.

Scholarships for the Symposia of the European Forum Alpbach

Scholarships for the European Forum Alpbach 2013 are available for students and recent graduates up to 30 years of age. We welcome applications from all countries and academic disciplines. Our main objective is to ensure the participation of many young people in the entire event. The combination of academic seminars followed by symposiums and short courses on specific topics reflects the special character of the European Forum Alpbach.

Please take into account that there are different scholarship programmes for the Alpbach Summer Schools on European Integration 2013 and on European Health and Social Systems, and that you can apply only either for the European Forum Alpbach or for one of the Summer Schools.

Deadline for scholarship application: May 2, 2013 (postmark).

Scholarship Value 
A scholarship includes the participation fee for all events of the European Forum Alpbach 2013 (August 12 to 31, 2013) worth 550.00 EUR.

Should you not have sufficient funds to cover the costs of your stay in Alpbach, there is the possibility to apply for an additional amount for accommodation and board. Please fill out the financial statement form and include it in your application if you wish to be considered for this extra sum. If you have any proof of financial support for your studies, you do not need to explain your financial situation in writing but only include the corresponding forms (e.g. the confirmation that you are receiving the Austrian "Studienbeihilfe" or any other study grants). Travel costs cannot be refunded.

Students and young graduates who have been scholarship holders in the past may apply for a return scholarship. The scholarship comprises 90% of the participation fee; 10% of the fee as well as the costs for board and lodging have to be covered by the scholarship holder. If you apply for a return scholarship, you need to hand in the application form and a letter of motivation only.

Application Requirements 
Please make sure that the application submitted is complete and that you send all documents by regular mail.
Applications via e-mail cannot be accepted.

-Motivation statement-

The essential features to be included in the motivation statement (one-page text) are:
a) A comment on your personal thoughts and ideas about the topics of the current programme.
b (1) An exploration of your views and ideas concerning the European integration process, and of the fundamental ideas of the European Forum Alpbach;
OR
b (2) All applicants composing a contribution to the project “Europe 2057” or the "Science Slam" at the Built Environment Symposium will be allowed to limit the letter of motivation to the personal part (a), if the project contribution is attached to the application.

-Curriculum Vitae-

In addition to listing your academic education, the curriculum vitae should give evidence of your practical experience and extra-curricular activities.

-Certificates and Transcripts-

Copies of relevant school and university certificates, as well as a transcript covering all credits obtained during the last academic year, in order to prove your academic progress. If your transcripts/certificates are made out in a language other than German or English, you need to submit a translation. This translation need not be certified.

-German or English Proficiency-
(non-native speakers only)

Please enclose proof of your proficiency in German or English (minimum: European level B2 or IELTS 6.5). Any conclusive proof will be admitted. If your certificates are made out in a language other than German or English, you need to submit a translation. This translation need not be certified.

Selection Procedure 
All applications will be assessed through careful consideration of the documents submitted. The candidates will be selected by a committee chaired by Prof. em. Erich Gornik, former Vice-President of the European Forum Alpbach.

The following criteria will be taken into account: content of the motivation statement, academic achievements, professional experience, extra-curricular activities, and overall appearance and orderliness of the application. 100 points can be achieved. For every failed application in the past 5 points will be added, for every successful application 10 points will be subtracted.

Scholarships for the Alpbach Summerschool on European Integration

Scholarships for the Alpbach Summer School on European Integration 2013 are available for students and recent graduates up to 30 years of age.

To be eligible for a scholarship, applicants must either have a degree from a university or a specialised institution of higher education, or be near completion of their studies (preferably in law, economics, social or political sciences), and are required to produce evidence thereof (certificates, etc.). In exceptional cases, mature students may also be eligible.

Deadline for scholarship application: May 2, 2013 (postmark).

Scholarship Value 
A scholarship includes the participation fee for the Alpbach Summer School on European Integration 2013 (August 12 to 27, 2013) worth 500.00 EUR.

Should you not have sufficient funds to cover the costs of your stay in Alpbach, there is the possibility to apply for an additional amount for accommodation and board. Please fill out the financial statement form and include it in your application if you wish to be considered for this extra sum. If you have any proof of financial support for your studies, you do not need to explain your financial situation in writing but only include the corresponding forms (e.g. the confirmation that you are receiving the Austrian "Studienbeihilfe" or any other study grants). Travel costs cannot be refunded.

Application Requirements 
Please make sure that the application submitted is complete and that you send all documents in duplicate.
Applications via e-mail cannot be accepted.
-Letter of Motivation
-Curriculum Vitae
-Certificates and Transcripts
-Two letters of recommendation of relevant academic teachers, especially university professors
-German or English Proficiency (non-native speakers only)
Please enclose proof of your proficiency in German or English (minimum: European level B2 or IELTS 6.5). Any conclusive proof will be admitted. If your certificates are made out in a language other than German or English, you need to submit a translation. This translation need not be certified.

Selection procedure 
All applications will be assessed through careful consideration of the documents submitted. The academic director of the course will select those applicants who appear to be best qualified to complete the course successfully taking into account both their prior educational record and their language skills.

Selection results 
The scholarship holders will be informed via e-mail in the middle of June at the latest. Please make sure to mention an e-mail address in the application form that is valid from March to August. The European Forum Alpbach disposes of an adequate allocation of student accommodation and will handle your room booking if you are granted a scholarship. Therefore, it is not necessary for you to reserve accommodation prior to the announcement of the selection results.

Postal Address:

European Forum Alpbach

Franz-Josefs-Kai 13/10

1010 Vienna 

Documents and application forms can be downloaded here.

Official Website: http://www.alpbach.org 

Summer Academy Challenges of Sustainable Development in Poland 2013

Sendzimir Foundation invites students and professionals interested in sustainable development to apply for the XVI Summer Academy Challenges of Sustainable Development in Poland 2013. The course, held entirely in English, consists of two phases: an e-learning phase (March-June) and the 3-week long Summer Academy that takes place on 7-27 July in Torun, central Poland. Participation in the e-learning phase is open to applicants from anywhere in the world. Participation in the Summer Academy will be open to selected participants that proved the best alumni of the e-learning course and are residents of Central Eastern Europe and Baltic Sea Basin region. Participation in both the e-learning and the Academy is free of charge (Sendzimir Foundation covers all the related costs except travel to Torun).

Three-week Summer Academy the Challenges of Sustainable Development is one of the most important educational events connected to sustainability in Poland. More than 410 people took part in it since 1998. Since the 12th edition we accept also participants from abroad. The Academy enjoys growing interest from participants from different countries - In 2012 around 400 people applied to take part in it. The competition is high but those who do get accepted praise the high standard of the training.

Who can take part in the course?

The course is addressed to students and PhD students, researchers as well as representatives of the business, administration and NGO-sector from the Central and Eastern Europe and the Baltic Sea Region. Students represent different areas and specialties, especially they were: nature protection and environmental engineering, architecture, management, economic sciences, agriculture, biology, ecology, arts, history, journalism. We encourage participants from all over the world to apply for the e-learning phase, however only applicants from Europe will be considered eligible to participate in the Academy. This is due to the local focus of the practical component of the training and excessive carbon footprint caused by long-distance travels. If you feel your case needs exceptional, please write us an e-mail before the end of the second stage of the e-learning course.

The additional criteria taken into account will be:

• fluency in English,
• country of the applicant (approximately 60% of participants will be from Poland, from other CEE and Baltic countries we will accept up to 3 participants from a certain country taking into consideration the number of application from a given country). Please note: due to excessive carbon footprint generated by long-distance travels participants from countries outside Europe will not be admitted to participate in the Academy. 
• specialization (the course has an interdisciplinary character and we try to create a diverse group of participants to share knowledge and experience in their fields).

How can I take part in this course?

If you want to take part in 16th edition of our Summer Academy or the e-learning alone, you should send an application form, that is available on our website. The applications will be received between 11th of February and 4th of March 2013. 

An integral element of the recruitment process for the Academy is a two-step e-learning course that we will provide from 9th March 2013. Those who do not complete it will not be eligible to take part in the Academy, however you may decide to participate in the e-learning stage alone, without applying for the Academy. If that should be the case, please indicate it in the application form.

What is the subject of the course?

Sustainable development: explanation of the concept, theory from different perspectives and practical workshops and projects. The course includes also additional activities which integrates the group such as dance classes or hiking.

 

What can I expect from this course?

The Academy programme includes: lectures, debates, workshops, simulation games, country activities and practical projects in the domain of sustainable development. Guided by experienced instructors from Poland and abroad, the participants work on two important practical projects. First concentrates on the implementation of sustainable development principles into the municipality; the other into the companies or institutions.

Read more about the application process here.

Ljubljana Summer School - Take the Best from East & West 2013

The next edition of Ljubljana Summer School  Take the Best from East & West will be held on 8-26 July 2013 at the Faculty of Economics of the University of Ljubljana, Slovenia. It is an internationally renowned programme that was created in the summer of 2000. During the three exciting and challenging weeks, students attend courses, interact with managers during company visits, discover local culture and socialize with people from around the world.

The Ljubljana Summer School is open to undergraduates, graduate students and recent graduates. Students will be able to choose from among many courses which are academically challenging and intellectually stimulating. Discussions between professors and students through various interactive teaching methods are strongly encouraged. Coming from Slovenia and all over the world, the lecturers are experts in their chosen fields and actively involved in academic research; many act as advisers and consultants to companies and the government.  

Students meet colleagues from different parts of the world and gain insights into new cultures and thinking processes that are a source of creativity and development. They will work in teams and improve their communication skills. We will organise visits to successful Slovenian companies from various industries in different Slovenian regions. 

Students may choose one or two courses with 6, 7 or 8 ECTS credits. In line with the home university policy, students can earn ECTS credits if all the course requirements are fulfilled. Together with the ECTS credits students receive a Certificate of Attendance. The lectures will be held in the morning or afternoon. The number of students per course is limited. Please note that a course will not be offered if fewer than 15 students apply.  

Courses

We offer many courses which are academically challenging and intellectually stimulating. Discussion between professors and students through various interactive teaching methods are strongly encouraged. Lecturers, from Slovenia and all over the world, are experts in their chosen fields and are actively involved in academic research; many act as advisers and consultants to companies and the government.

In line with your home university policy, you can earn ECTS credits if you fulfil all course requirements. Together with ECTS credits you receive a Certificate of Attendance. You may choose one or two courses. The courses will be lectured in the morning or in the afternoon. Number of students per course is limited. Please note that a course will not be offered if fewer than 15 students apply.

Lecturing is in English. There are 10 lecture days of 3 in-class units per course/day. Additionally the study of a 6 ECTS course includes 30 hours of independent study, 15 hours of homework and 15 hours of group work. On the last day the examination takes place.

All available courses are listed here

Fees 

 
- Study fee for one course: EUR 650; it includes tuition and study materials for one course, access to the library and computer rooms, opening and closing ceremony, company visits in Ljubljana, some social events, Ljubljana city bus ticket and a welcome package.
- Study fee for the second course: EUR 150; it includes tuition and study materials for the second course.
- Hospitality Package: EUR 300; includes accommodation in a shared room with a shared bathroom and kitchen, free internet access, breakfast and lunch on weekdays.
- Single room fee:150 EUR; available only in Dormitory Rožna dolina
- Late payment fee: EUR 150 for payments received from 9 May to 8 June 2013.
- Not included in the fee: transport to and from Ljubljana, health insurance, visa costs, some social activities, organised visits and trips, additional meals, and personal expenses. 

Important!
Early Bird fee payment: for payments received by May 8 2013
Late fee payment: for payments received from May 9 2013 until 8 June 2013.

Accomodation

For Ljubljana Summer School participants we offer two types of accommodation. First 200 students will be accommodated in the dormitory Bežigrad (“first paid, first served” regulation) and the rest in one of the student dormitories in Rožna dolina.

Students apply for accommodation in the application form by choosing the “hospitality package”. Lunch and breakfast on weekdays are included. 

Read more here: http://www.ef.uni-lj.si/summerschool and apply here: http://summerschool.ef.uni-lj.si/Apply

Please send your questions to summer.school@ef.uni-lj.si