The Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences and the Vice Provost for International Programs are accepting self-nominations or expressions of interest from full-time, tenured faculty interested in serving a three-year term on the Rolland and Mary Nelson Institute on Diplomacy and International Affairs Advisory Group.

The mission of the Nelson Institute is to provide in-depth international knowledge and experiences for students who wish to pursue careers in international affairs. The four-member advisory group establishes and maintains policies and procedures for promoting the Undergraduate Conference on Global Affairs, awards Global Affairs Scholarship to students for internships and simulations, and initiates additional activities consistent with the mission of the institute. Additionally, the advisory group works with the director of the institute and University administration to advance the institute’s mission.

Please forward a letter of interest and C.V. highlighting your expertise in international affairs to Denise Ganpat (denise.ganpat@drake.edu) by Aug. 24.

Submitted by Drake International