Stjohns Odyssey Bound May 2016

in this issue >>> Post St. John’s Degree Summer Programs Recent Grad Interview 2016 Ariel Internship, Pathways Fellowship and Project for Peace winners

MAY 2016

CAREER SERVICES AT ST. JOHN’S COLLEGE, SANTA FE

Post-St. John’s Degrees

ALERT! Upcoming Deadlines May 20 Last day to do Senior Exit Interviews (Seniors must complete this interview to receive their cap and gown for graduation.)

Many St. John’s alumni go on to graduate school within 2-5 years after graduation. They have decided they want to specialize in a particular field and they now need another degree or they want to start a completely different career path.

Once someone is sure she/he needs a graduate degree for career advancement or to begin a new pathway, the next question is often, what kind of degree is most appropriate? Do you need a Master of Arts (MA), Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT), Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Master of Social Work (MSW), Master of Business Administration (MBA), Juris Doctor (JD), Master of Public Health (MPH), Master of Public Administration (MPA), Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), or Doctor of Education (EdD)?

There are several factors influencing your decision on which degree is best for you. Why do you need another degree beyond your Bachelor of Arts (BA) from St. John’s? Is it to fulfill some basic job requirements or to help advance in a position you already hold? In education, if you want to teach in K-12, you will need to complete a teacher certification program in whichever state you are living. Certification programs last any-

where from 18-24 months and can result in a Master of Arts in Teaching degree.

(Check out the Mississippi Teachers Corps http://mtc.olemiss.edu/ and Teach for America https://www.teach foramerica.org/ for teaching right after St. John’s.)

Are you looking for another degree, either undergraduate or graduate, because you have found a new career path that requires specific classes?

Look at post-baccalaureate pre-medical programs if you’ve decided you want to work in a medical or bio-medical field.

Post-bac pre-med programs vary from 1 to 2 years and consist of simply prerequisites for medical school and preparation for the Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT) or you can end up with a specialized Master’s degree while completing those pre-requisites. Check out these programs by going to: https:// www.aamc.org/.

Another question to consider when thinking about post-SJC degrees is, are you going into a field where a master’s degree is the terminal (final) degree or will you need to go on for a more advanced degree? MFA and MSW degrees are terminal degrees and it is highly unlikely that someone would go on for a Continued on pg. 2

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Post-St. John’s Degrees PhD in either of these fields. Someone with an MFA, say in literature, might conceivably pursue a PhD in Literature so that they are more likely to be hired to teach at the college level. In contrast, a MA in Philosophy or Literature almost always needs to be followed up with a PhD to broaden your job prospects.

Students and alumni who are contemplating graduate school should talk to their tutors, other alumni and the Career Services office. Graduate school requires too much time and money to be done simply because you cannot think of any other next step.

Summer Programs Study Community, Self and Spirit at Lama Foundation-Summer Stewardship “Since the late 60’s, people have come every summer to participate in Lama community life: volunteering energy, playing, experiencing and caring for the Mountain, growing, and tasting the magic and personal growth of life in spiritual community.

Summer Stewards include all ages and backgrounds, families and individuals. What draws us together, year after year, is a heart-to-heart connection that deepens as we create and re-create community together. Many leave the Mountain with unforgettable experiences, new friends, and greater self-awareness. Some stay and become residents. Summer Stewards leave their energetic imprint and their love at Lama - at the Spring House and the Maqbara, in the Prayer Room and Dome, in Flag Mountain Studio, at building sites and in the gardens. We eagerly await this year’s Summer Stewards.” –from the website Minimum enrollment: 3 weeks Cost: $300-500 per month Website: http://www.lamafoundation.org/stewardship-volunteer

Summer Prelaw Intensive (SPI)

NEW MA PROGRAM IN AUSTRALIA Western Sydney University has recently launched an MA program in Contemporary Continental Philosophy, which has already attracted students from Europe and Australia. The MA is especially focused on themes

SPI prepares you for success on the LSAT, career research, the Personal Statement, Letters of Recommendation, and other strategies for standing out from the crowd.

SPI has the same goal as summer prelaw programs run by some law schools and other organizations. The advantage of SPI is that you can work from home! SPI also supports you with a local mentor and an ongoing LSAT prep support.

When: usually the summer after your Junior year Duration: 10 weeks Cost: $225. SPI is designed to be affordable for all prelaw students.

Website: https://summerprelawintensive.wordpress.com/

drawn from political philosophy, ethics and aesthetics, centered around philosophers in the French and German traditions.

Faculty members work closely with students both in the classroom and on individual studies.

This 18-month/3 semester MA may be started in either February or July, with stipends available for international students.

For detailed information about fees and admissions, go to: westernsydney.edu.au/philosophy/postgraduate.

Emily Pham, Ariel Internship in publishing.

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Recent Graduate Interviews Caitlin O’Brien: Book Binding

I am presently at North Bennet Street School in Boston studying bookbinding and conservation. While learning fundamental hand skills, we move through the history of the Western codex by creating models that span from ancient Ethiopian Coptic styles all the way to modern fine bindings. Although everyone in the program does all the same structures, each student can choose to focus and repeat bindings that interest them. The two-year program is split between the conservation/repair and the bookbinding aspects. While I am interested in recreating historical bindings and honing my craft skills I am generally focusing more on creating a well-rounded conservation portfolio for after graduation.

I think most Johnnies can relate to philobiblia, the love of books. I realized while at St. John’s College that I was fascinated by the physical function and artistic possibilities of books as well as the text.

The conservation and binding of books encompasses the fields of science, art and craftsmanship. This allows me to be continually engaged in multiple interests of mine simultaneously.

St. John’s was instrumental in the finding of my bliss. Not only did the school help me form a foundation for continual thought and enriched my everyday life, it also allowed me to reach out for a completely unthought-of career path.

I received the ARIEL the summer of my junior year, 2014. With the help of Barbara Lucero Sand, I got in touch with three Santa Fe book arts women and created a life-changing internship.

I even went as far as to form an exhibit entitled ‘The History of the Book’ that highlighted all that I had learned over the summer. My senior year was spent working in the Meem Library repairing books and there I came to understand that history wasn’t just between the pages, but can be gleaned from the bindings as well.

In the future I wish to become a book and paper conservator, which would require a graduate program, but for now I am content to stay in the hands-on realm and repair old books. Currently I am waiting to hear back from potential internship programs at institutions all around the country, from the private Huntington Library in California all the way to the Library of Congress.

I am very excited about where I am. In some ways liberal arts and craftsmanship go hand in hand. My craft requires the development of my intellectual capacity and character while teaching me proper techniques. Often I think of St. John’s propensity for reminding me of my limits and talents while teaching me to thoroughly read the Great Books.

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Congratulations to the 2016 Ariel Internship, Pathways Fellowship, and Projects for Peace Winners!

This year 24 undergraduates were awarded Ariel summer internship funding, 26 undergraduates received Pathways Fellowships for summer study in the US or abroad, and 2 Santa Fe undergraduates won a Projects for Peace grant. Career Services wishes to thank each of the applicants for their interest and efforts, and encourages all undergraduate students to consider applying for Ariel Internships, Pathways Fellowships, and Projects for Peace grants in 2017.

Mr. Brandon Kimball ’16, Mindful Somatics Institute, Santa Fe, NM Participate in multiple aspects of non-profit management, while developing and implementing marketing and fundraising strategies.

*Indicates that an internship or fellowship is still to be confirmed

Mr. Owen Kabasz ’18, Mana Contemporary, Jersey City, NJ Assist chief art consultant in the development of cutting edge programs.

BIO MEDICAL/SCIENCE AWARDS: Mr. Dongyu Cui ’16, City of Hope, Duarte, CA Will conduct cancer research and prepare oral and written presentations on the research project he will be involved in, while continuing to develop understanding and refinement of laboratory protocols.

Ms. Kristin Hoch ’16, Los Alamos National Laboratory, Los Alamos, NM Will run computer simulations and conduct experiments on the physics going on between visible stars and galaxies, analyzing data that redefines what constitutes a galaxy. *Ms. Jahn Madlangbayan ’17, National College of Natural Medicine, Portland, OR Will learn about integrative medicine modalities; develop and conduct a qualitative clinical research project and a quantitative laboratory research project.

Mx. Cameron Westerback ’18, University of Chicago, Institute for Mind and Biology, Chicago, IL Will develop laboratory research skills and assist in conducting research that focuses on the neural basis of olfactory perception and how context and experience influence it.

GENERAL AWARDS: Mr. Alok Adhikari ’16, Independent Film Internship, New York City, NY Conduct post-production editing on the film The Ambassador under documentary filmmaker, Mark Meatto, and research existing and future film projects.

Ms. Valentina Concha-Toro ’17, A Public Space, Brooklyn, NY Assist in all aspects of a quarterly literary and cultural magazine: submission review, fact-checking, proofreading and organizing events.

Mr. Christopher Cullinane, ’16, Rio Grande School, Santa Fe, NM Assist in teaching a cultural enrichment summer program for K through 6th grade which will incorporate programs in the latest advances in ‘maker’ technology and game development.

Mr. Jonathan Daley ’16, Bottom Line Accounting & Consulting, Watertown, MA Analyze current financial statements of clients, maintain databases, develop client profit estimations and attend client consultations.

Mr. Ambrose Donnelly ’17, New Era Windows, Chicago, IL Conduct industry analysis, market research, business forecasting, and observe the decision making process of a worker-owned cooperative.

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Mr. Theo Krantz ’16, Sator Press, Santa Fe, NM As a production assistant, will participate in the editorial, design, production, public relations, marketing, advertising, and event development activities.

Mr. Arkar Kyaw ’17, Kelvin Chia Yangon, Ltd, Yangon, Myanmar Corporate affairs intern will conduct Myanmar business law regulation research, develop newsletter content, translate legal documents and communicate with clients.

Mr. Connor McCourt ’17, Prince George’s County Economic Development Corp, Largo, MD Participate in business attraction and expansion; provide technical and workforce assistance, and development of marketing and communication services.

Ms. Rebekah Morgan ’17, Booklyn, Brooklyn, NY Catalog, conduct art inventory, assist with graphic design and book production, social media promotion, and learn curatorial practices and general non-profit arts administration.

Ms. Leah Mozzer ’18, Honolulu Museum of Art, Honolulu, HI Assist with curatorial responsibilities, artwork installation and label content development; maintain collection and artwork documentation; provide communication with and between artists, lenders, other museum departments; and participate in community outreach activities.

The Career Services Office Phone 505-984-6066 Fax 505-984-6167 EMAIL: santafe.careerservices@sjc.edu The office is located in the basement of Weigle Hall, Room 13 OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Or by appointment

Students talking to recruiters at the community fair last fall

Mr. Joseph Muse ’16, Fray Angelico Chavez History Library, Santa Fe, NM Catalog, conduct subject analysis, authority control, and classification processes. Assist with end-processing of book collections, process inventory and description of manuscript collections, and create online search aids.

Ms. Asmin Sitaula ‘16, CASA New Orleans, LA Compile data from Child In Need of Care (CINC) cases from the previous year to analyze pertinent information on outcomes of the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program.

Ms. Haneul Park ’19, C9 Film, Pohang, South Korea Work on a full-length feature film including pre-production, filming and post-production processes.

Participate in the administration, promotion and educational services of a private art collection and functions of public space environments. Will cultivate creative literary projects for Zing magazine production and develop social media blogging materials.

Mr. Nicholas Sherwood ’17, U.S. State Department, Honduras Embassy, Tegucigalpa, Honduras Assigned to the Bureau of Western Hemispheric Affairs Economic Sector.

Ms. Liana Woodward ’17, The Dikeou Collection, Denver, CO

Margaret Odell Director Barbara Lucero Sand Assistant Director, Internship Coordinator Elizabeth Reeves Administrative Assistant Yeonsoo Koo Publications Editor Lauren Max Office Assistant

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ALSO AWARDED BUT UNABLE TO ACCEPT: Darren Limoanco ’18, Education Noemi Ramirez, ‘17, Law Keming Zhang ’19, Education GLOBAL PATHWAYS FELLOWS: Marchutz School of Fine Arts, France: Rory Gilchrist ‘16, Sophia Paffenroth ‘19, Siena Powers ’18, Morgan Whitehead ‘16 Rome Institute of Liberal Arts, Italy: Kahlieh Bernstein ’18, Victor Breidenbach ’18, Peerawat Chiaranunt ’17, Nathan Dignazio ‘18 SEA Education Association: Jinxue Chen ’18, “Protecting the Phoenix Islands”; Mary Christman ’17, Transatlantic Crossing Sun Yat-sen University International Summer Program, China: Patrick Gentry ’18, Chinese Cultural Program

Indira Cabrera, Ariel Internship in Neuroscience

Seoul National University, South Korea: Janet Angulo ‘18, Korean Language Program Naganuma Language School, Japan: Devin Ketch ’18, Japanese Language Program Film and TV School of the Academy of Performing Arts (FAMU), Prague: Nina Medvinskaya ’16, Film Production Narnia Arts Academy, Italy: Vidya Ravilochan ’16, Opera Performance School for Field Studies, Tanzania: Jiujun Tang ’16, Wildlife Management and Research York University, Toronto, Canada: *Qi Zhan ’18, Mathematics

2016-17 INTERNSHIP AND FELLOWSHIP DEADLINES (All applications due at 5 pm at Career Services on the following dates.)

GLOBAL PATHWAYS Monday, Dec. 12, 2016

ARIEL INTERNSHIPS

Friday, February 17, 2017

GENERAL PATHWAYS

Monday, March 6, 2017

Start working with Career Services staff early to ensure the best applications!

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Projects for Peace Project Title: Supergirls of Zimbabwe Adna Arnaout ’19, Claire Watts ‘19 The focus of their project is to develop a safe space to talk about issues related to reproductive health, sexuality and social effects of gender inequality. This project will encourage a sense of peace as it relates to ownership of one’s body, by giving young women information and resources to inspire self-empowerment.

GENERAL PATHWAYS FELLOWS: Samantha Ardoin ’16, Brigham Young University, Independent Study Courses: Psychology – Abnormal, Developmental, and Theory of Personality

Cynthia Ma ’16, Fine Arts Work Center in Provincetown, MA Course: Mining the Deep: Discovering Our Emotional Images-Poetry

Lauren Max ’19, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ Course: General Chemistry

Kevin Mira ’18, University of California, Irvine, CA Course: Cognitive Science

Prasanna Adhikari ’17, University of Texas-Dallas, TX Course: Introduction to Psychology

Charles Pisaruk ’16, City University of New York Graduate Center, New York, NY Course: German Language Reading

Evan Coulter ’16, City University of New York Graduate Center, New York, NY Course: German Language Reading

Zizheng Wang ’17, University of Colorado-Boulder, CO Course: Summer Seminar in Philosophy

Jack Isenberg ’19, John Hopkins University, School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD Course: Summer Institute in Anatomy for Undergraduates

Jinglong Yang ’18, Middlebury Language School, VT Course: Korean Language

Noah Leventhal ’16, Iowa Writer’s Workshop, Iowa City, IA Course: Poetry

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PLACES YOU CAN GO

Internships Study Abroad Fellowships Volunteer Opportunities Recruiters on Campus Recruiters from the Roswell New Mexico Independent School District will be on campus, Thursday, May 5, 2016, 11:30-1:30 in the Peterson

Student Center. The school district has openings for the following positions:

Graduate Studies Scholarships Summer Classes

Career Services Calendar of Events MAY 9 Awards Luncheon for Ariel, Pathways and Projects for Peace Winners

Elementary—Early Childhood, Bilin-

MAY 20

gual, Elementary Special Education;

Last day for Senior Exit Interviews; materials from the Career Services Library due back in the Career Services Office

Secondary—Mathematics, Science, ELA, Special Education; Support – Counseling, Administration, Speech Language Pathologist, Diagnostician.

The district will offer new employees a $1,000 relocation stipend. For more

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information or to apply: contact Eddie Ramirez, HR Director at 505-627-2519 or eramirez@risd.k12.nm.us.

For more opportunities, visit the Career Services Office and our Resource Library Lower Level, Weigle Hall

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St. John’s College and the Career Services office assume no liability for acts or omissions by third parties or for material supplied by them. The St. John’s College Career Services office is not responsible for anything that happens at a given job site. The presence of an employment listing in Odyssey Bound does not guarantee any given employer’s compliance with legal behavior. If a student or individual experiences discrimination or sexual harassment on the job or in a job interview, he or she is encouraged to call the Department of Fair Employment in the state in which the violation occurred. Career Services makes every effort to publish the most current information, but unforeseen publishing problems may render some events obsolete. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause the reader.

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