With who: College of Charleston: The Graduate School Where: Charleston, SC Compensation: $21/hour Description: Research Assistant will assist with organizing and preparing a manuscript of edited interviews for submission (Conversations with Filmmakers: Julie Dash). The RA will assist as needed with manuscript organization, interview transcription, fact checking research, generating a bibliography, and general editing and…
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Honors College Graduate Assistant for Admissions and Marketing
With who: Honors College at College of Charleston Location: Charleston, SC Compensation: $21/hour Description: Works under the guidance of the Associate Director of Admissions to assist in the management of the admissions and recruitment processes, Honors College admissions marketing and communications. Primary Responsibilities: In coordination with the Associate Director of Admissions, manage application review for…
ReliefWeb: Seeking Public Information Intern (Spring 2020/Summer 2020)
With Who: ReliefWeb (under the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs) Location: Bangkok, Thailand Dates: Spring 2020/Summer 2020 Duration: 3-6 months Academic Credit: Can be arranged for selected candidates. Position Description: The United Nations (UN) Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) is the UN Secretariat department responsible for bringing together…
5 Tips to Help You Make A’s on Your Papers This Year
1.) ADJUST YOUR MINDSET Writing a paper is not a punishment. It is a rare opportunity to have someone seriously and carefully consider your ideas. The writer Henry James once said, “Good stories happen to those who know how to tell them.” Consider every paper assignment to be a great opportunity to learn how to…
Welcome to the 2017-2018 School Year
Here we are at the beginning of September, and the fourth week of the 2017-2018 School Year. That means classes are amping up and students are getting into the rhythm of their new schedules. Some of you, like myself, are still learning to navigate the rigors of graduate school (which is no small feat, but…
School’s Out for Summer
Final exams have been graded, summer plans confirmed, graduation parties scheduled…the Spring 2016 semester has officially come to a close. The College of Charleston campus has grown quieter, enjoying the peace that settles in before another school year begins in August. This August, a new group of MOCM scholars will set foot on our…
Things to Do in Charleston: Annual Charleston Outdoor Festival
The bird songs, ample sunshine and warmer temperatures can only mean one thing: the best time of year in Charleston has officially arrived! The months of April through November provide outdoor enthusiasts across the city various opportunities to engage in outdoor activities of all kinds, including some that are particularly unique to Charleston. As…
A Day in the Life of an MCOM Graduate: Earl Capps, PHR, MESH
Earl Capps is a Charleston native and one of the first students to enter the MCOM program at its inception in 2005, and was one of the first MCOM graduates in 2008. He is currently the Human Resources and Safety Manager for Filters Fast and has worked with companies like US Group, Inc., General Precast…
The Best Productivity Apps For Grad Students
Graduate school presents challenges outside of the classroom—like surviving on a budget or learning to schedule time efficiently. Thankfully, there are some very useful techniques and apps to make the life of the busy, heavily scheduled graduate student a little easier. Mint The free Mint.com app makes it easy to manage all of your money…
IS IT WORTH IT? GETTING A MASTER’S IN COMMUNICATION
In the past, getting a master’s degree indicated you were headed for doctoral work. Now, that’s not always the case. In today’s hyper competitive work environment, a master’s degree can serve as a way to advance in your career. Or, if you’re looking to change career directions altogether, a master’s degree can help you retool…