It’s that time again! We are accepting Fellows applications through this next Tuesday, March 8th, at 4:00pm Central Time.
The Fellows Program is open to all undergraduate and graduate students interested in delving deeply into Middle East issues. We expect Fellows to be reliable, self-motivated individuals desiring to gain professional work experience and develop a wide variety of skills ranging from research and writing to outreach and event planning, – all in contribution to Euphrates’ vision.
Download and fill out our application: FellowsApplication 3.2.11
Fellows will be exposed to the dynamics of working on real-life, timely issues and topics of global consequence, and are invited to choose from a variety of research topics and project types. Commitment beings at basic professionalism and extends into mentored research and writing of content for publication and for our website.
- Being a Fellow -
Euphrates Fellows all start from a common basis – an interest in developing professionalism and skills valued in many different fields and a dedication to seeing improvement with America’s relationship with the Middle East. What that looks like, however, can vary based on a particular Fellows’ interest. Some examples…
Mid-East “On Balance” Country Profile: Euphrates undergraduate Fellows developed this plan as a way to readjust the balance of America’s media intake on the Middle East. Each country is profiled, first, factually in a quick, easily digestible snapshot, and then analyzed through a comprehensive look at the challenges and related trends of change present there.
Event Planning: The Euphrates Fellows typically offer two to three events per term, ranging from informal talks and discussions in our offices open to the public, to film screenings, dinners and gatherings in support of worldwide initiatives.
Public speaking: A Euphrates Fellow has multiple opportunities to speak in front of audiences, both formally and informally. These might include introducing events and speakers or giving presentations on findings and experiences during a term.
Research: Euphrates provides recommendations of and access to key texts and resources regarding the Middle East and its key players and history. Opportunities for exciting, primary-source research are available as Fellows tap into networks created by Euphrates founder from her years of work in the region.
Communication skills: As part of the wider St. Louis region, many of Euphrates’ events and programs include reaching out to universities and community groups in a wide area outside of the college itself. Fellows practice making calls and cultivating contacts as the Euphrates network in St. Louis develops.
Writing: From informal blog posts to well-researched, formal academic writing, there are tons of ways to share, in writing, what Fellows are learning and doing. Publication, both within and outside of the Principia community are available, along with regular features on the Euphrates Website.
Graphic Design: Whether or not Fellows come with experience in this area, there is always a need for visuals as part of presenting to the campus, and as part of promoting Euphrates programming. Flyers, videos, and online advertisements are all ways to pursue creative contributions to the work of the Fellows.