American University in Cairo Presidential Scholars Program
This is a one year fellowship for recent graduates that combines work experience at an international university with the opportunity to learn Arabic and experience life in Cairo--the bustling, vibrant center of Middle Eastern culture. Scholars are placed in offices throughout the University's administration and in the Desert Development Center, a non-profit research and training center that aims to holistically develop sustainable livelihoods for desert communities. No prior experience in related fields is necessary and no prior knowledge of Arabic is required. Those with little or no experience in the Middle East are especially encouraged to apply. The application deadline is January 31, 2012. More information can be found at the program's website.

Katherine E. Sullivan Scholarship for Study Abroad, 2012-13
This scholarship provides the opportunity for seniors at any campus of the University of Minnesota to enrich their academic experience with a fifth year of undergraduate study in another country. The scholarship is intended to support credit-bearing and usually classroom-based study abroad that immerses the student in the host university, research institute, or other institution, as well as in the host culture. Application materials and instructions are available here. The application deadline is February 3, 2012

TWIN CITIES INTERNATIONAL EVENTS:

Doing Business in Africa: Education and Workforce Development
December 7, 11:30 a.m., 2-206 Carlson School of Management, Free

Palmwine Guitar Music from Ghana featuring Agya Koo Nimo
December 8, 8:00 a.m., 225 Ferguson Hall, Free

Global Brazil
December 8, 11:00 a.m., Room 173 Hubert H. Humphrey School of Public Affairs, Free

Palmwine Guitar Music from Ghana featuring Agya Koo Nimo
December 9, 11:30 a.m., 280 Ferguson Hall, Free