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g Center 2010–2012 Graduate Student handbook for middle eastern studies the university of texas at austin The University of Texas at Austin Department of Middle Eastern Studies Designer: Kristi Shuey | Writer: Kim Dahl Graduate Student Handbook Design Programs: InDesign + Photoshop Paper Stock: 100 lb. Cougar Cover Smooth Dual language Track (four for MeS/law) and are particularly suited to students interested in Overview professional careers. Students enrolled in a joint program must fulfill all degree requirements for the Ma in Middle eastern Studies as well as the 4 The Dual language Track promotes advanced study of arabic, Hebrew, Persian, and/or Turkish. The program requires that students complete two upper-division or graduate courses in each of two Middle eastern languages. Students with prior advanced study of one of the above languages are best suited for the Dual language Track. all other degree requirements as outlined above remain the same. requirements of the second degree. To do so within the time constraints of the degree, dual-degree students often take a 12-hour course load each semester and/or summer courses, when available. Dual-degree students should work carefully with advisors in both programs to ensure all requirements are met. cMeS offers the following dual-degree programs: 5 Time to Completion Business Administration This three-year, 80-hour program combines advanced business studies with The Dual language Track is designed for completion within three academic years. Summer study may be required for timely graduation; this will depend upon the student’s level of proficiency in the languages to be studied upon entering the program. language study and coursework on the Middle east. The program is intended to provide qualified students with the skills and perspectives needed to work effectively in business related to or in the Middle east. The dual degree was developed in response to the growing need for business specialists with a Funding thorough understanding of Middle eastern politics and cultures. Students in While cMeS does not offer funding specifically designated for Dual the MeS/MBa program will complete the MeS degree requirements for an language Track students, participating students are not penalized for Ma with report. enrollment beyond the second year and remain eligible for funding Journalism during the third year of study. Students in the MeS/J program will typically complete 66 hours of coursework Application procedures over three years of study. The program prepares students to serve as Students should apply to the Dual language Track at the end of their first professional communicators reporting on and analyzing the people, politics, semester of study at cMeS. The application consists of the following: and cultures of the Middle east. Students in this program will complete the y application form MeS degree requirements for an Ma with report. y Statement of purpose describing the relevance of the languages Radio-Television-Film to be studied to the student’s academic and professional plans This program combines interdisciplinary studies on the Middle east with y Two letters of recommendation rTF’s Media Studies program in three years of study and 57-63 hours y Three-year course plan outlining the completion of all cMeS and of coursework. Students apply their knowledge of the Middle east to Dual language Track requirements in six to nine semesters. investigations on the globalization of media, cultural media studies, and These materials must be submitted to the graduate advisor for approval. gender and ethnicity in media, among other topics. Students may complete If not approved, a student is must complete the standard MeS master’s degree in two years. either the Ma with thesis or the Ma with report. Information Studies Dual Degree PrograMS This three-year, 73-hour program combines training in information studies with the study of the cultures and societies of the Middle east and north In addition to the Ma in Middle eastern Studies, cMeS offers seven dual africa. The program’s aim is to train professionals who apply an understanding degrees that allow students to combine professional programs with their of the region to expertise in information architecture, librarianship, or studies at cMeS. These joint programs are structured so that students preservation of cultural records. Students in the MeS/InF program will can earn two advanced degrees simultaneously in three academic years complete the MeS degree requirements for an Ma with report. Glossary Cross-listing a listing of a course in another department’s course schedule. Academic review Cross-listings are designated under the course details in the a review of a student’s progress to the degree conducted by the Course schedule with the phrases ‘same as’ or ‘meets with.’ graduate coordinator, advisor, director, and/or graduate studies Dual-degree program committee. a preliminary review of each student is conducted an agreement between two programs to allow simultaneous each semester. In-depth reviews are conducted when warranted. enrollment of graduate students and, in some cases, overlap of 28 Academic year requirements. 29 Consecutive fall and spring semesters; does not include summer. Full-time status Adds/drops Enrollment in at least nine hours of course credit. required for adjustments to course registration during the designated add/ most funding, employment, and financial aid. drop period published in the Course schedule. Good standing Assistant instructor (AI) status of students who are not on scholastic probation, a student academic employment position requiring a student to suspension, or dismissal. teach a lower-division undergraduate course with guidance from Graduate advisor a faculty member. Faculty advisor for graduate students. Bump-up Graduate coordinator To take an upper-division course for graduate credit by staff assistant for graduate students. completing additional graduate-level coursework. Graduate Degree Planner Concentration course an online degree-planning system that allows students and a course related to the student’s thesis/report topic. Two or four advisors to track degree progress and submit or approve concentration courses are required to complete the master’s proposed schedules. degree in Middle Eastern studies. Graduate research assistant (GRA) Conference course a student academic employment position requiring a student to an individual or small-group study course that is published in conduct research directly related to the degree program under the course schedule (and on the student’s transcript) without a the supervision of a faculty member. specific topic, instructor, or meeting place and time. Graduate Studies Committee Course Schedule a committee of tenured and tenure-track faculty that establishes a list of courses offered for each semester, published online by departmental policy and graduate degree requirements. the office of the registrar. The Course schedule includes course In-residence numbers, titles, instructors, and meeting times and locations, as well Courses completed at the University of Texas at austin. as information on prerequisites, restrictions, and cross-listings. Long semester Credit hours Fall or spring semester. Units of credit granted towards the degree and the number of hours Lower-division per week that a class meets. Credit hours are designated by the first Undergraduate courses taught at the freshman- and sophomore- digit of a course number (e.g., MEs 381 is a three-hour course). level; numbered x00 to x19. Office of Graduate Studies (OGS) The administrative division of the Graduate school.
d undersTanding problems facing our country rrorism to minimizing global eliminating the scourge of oung person to learn more s, and languages.” olin Powell Secretary of State and Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff n with the Global WOT, well as regional and cultural f life and death.” Murray of Intelligence Community’s Language Program Office e more resources to what has elements of national power f the military- from diplomacy t and assistance, institutioncations, and more.” ert gates y of Defense acT Thiering am Coordinator dle Eastern Studies ilding 1.110 -1927 austin.utexas.edu depts/mes/lcp/rotc-lcp.php DENTS AND STAFF ON LOCATION Rotc Language and cuLtuRe PRoject the univeRsity of texas at austin The ROTC Language and Culture Project (LCP) at The University of Texas at Austin provides instruction in and exposure to the languages and cultures of critical world regions. Our focus is on Persian- and Arabic- speaking communities but we also support other critical languages such as Chinese, hindi and Urdu, Korean and yoruba. The LCP aims to cultivate a deeper understanding of these cultures among UT’s ROTC students in an effort to enrich their military, professional and personal experiences. Such cultural and linguistic awareness will prepare our Cadets and Midshipmen to connect with local communities in the course of their military and professional careers. The University of Texas at Austin ROTC Language and Culture Project Designer: Kristi Shuey | Writer: Christine Thierring TuToring and culTural evenTs LCP students have the option of working with a mentor for tutoring to help them develop their listening and speaking skills and provide more individualized help throughout the academic year. This increases their exposure to different dialects and provides an entry into the target culture. During the year, the LCP hosts a range of events to create opportunities for cultural discussion and training for all service members at UT. Our Cultural Colloquia series over lunch are popular and well attended. eligibiliTy for The lcP language and culTure ProjecT All currently enrolled Cadets and Midshipmen in good standing with the University (including crosstown Cadets) are eligible to participate in LCP activities and programs. Active duty personnel affiliated with UT’s ROTC programs are encouraged to participate in all activities, but are not eligible to receive funding through the LCP. service sPecific roTc language scholarshiPs In addition to the LCP, each service encourages language and culture studies through language scholarships: m CLIP B (Critical Language Incentive Pay) is available for qualifying, contracted Army Cadets who are enrolled in a critically-needed language class m Air Force Express scholarships are available for cadets majoring in a critically-needed language m LREC (Language Skills, Regional Expertise and Cultural Awareness) scholarships for Navy Midshipmen who major in a critical-need foreign language, or approved regional or cultural studies major Eligibility requirements vary. Talk with your recruiting officer for more information. Why Study A criticAl lAnguAge? m Your country needs you: be better prepared to serve in a critical region m Acquire language and cultural proficiency which translates directly into mission success m Distinguish yourself and gain a competitive edge among fellow students m Receive mentoring, individual instruction and specialized support m Receive funding for selected aspects of your study and secure higher pay upon commissioning m Fulfill your degree plan’s language requirement in a critical language m Train under our world class faculty m See the world: become an ambassador of goodwill m Enrich your experience with extracurricular experiences such as culture colloquia, movies, and other cultural activities criticAlly needed lAnguAgeS Subject to further instruction from the Undersecretary for Readiness and Defense, these are the languages that the Language and Culture Project currently funds: m Middle Eastern and Central Asian languages such as Arabic, Pashto, Persian and Turkish m Asian languages such as Mandarin Chinese, Hindi/ Urdu, Korean and Vietnamese m African languages such as Yoruba, Hausa and Wolof m And other less-common languages Trifold brochure advertising the ROTC Language and Culture Project at the University of Texas at Austin Design Programs: InDesign + Photoshop Paper Stock: 100 lb. Cougar Cover Smooth crucial Knowledge and undersTanding m “To solve most of the major problems facing our country today- from wiping out terrorism to minimizing global environmental problems to eliminating the scourge of AIDS- will require every young person to learn more about other regions, cultures, and languages.” gen. colin Powell Former Secretary of State and Former Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff m “Given what’s going on with the Global WOT, understanding languages as well as regional and cultural norms could be a matter of life and death.” laura Murray Director of Intelligence Community’s Foreign Language Program Office m “We as a nation must devote more resources to what has been called ‘soft power,’ the elements of national power beyond the guns and steel of the military- from diplomacy to economic development and assistance, institutionbuilding, strategic communications, and more.” dr. robert gates Secretary of Defense conTacT Christine Thiering ROTC LCP Program Coordinator Department of Middle Eastern Studies West Mall Building 1.110 512-232-1927 christine.thiering@austin.utexas.edu http://www.utexas.edu/cola/depts/mes/lcp/rotc-lcp.php PhOTOGRAPhy © 2009 By LCP STUDENTS AND STAFF ON LOCATION Rotc Language and cuLtuRe PRoject the univeRsity of texas at austin The ROTC Language and Culture Project (LCP) at The University of Texas at Austin provides instruction in and exposure to the languages and cultures of critical world regions. Our focus is on Persian- and Arabic- speaking communities but we also support other critical languages such as Chinese, hindi and Urdu, Korean and yoruba. The LCP aims to cultivate a deeper understanding of these cultures among UT’s ROTC students in an effort to enrich their military, professional and personal experiences. Such cultural and linguistic awareness will prepare our Cadets and Midshipmen to connect with local communities in the course of their military and professional careers. Why Study PerSiAn or ArAbic? An Indo-European language distantly related to English and other European languages, Persian is spoken by some 100 million people in Iran, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, and immigrant communities throughout the world. Knowledge of Persian provides access to several major world civilizations and cultures and to a region that gave birth to vibrant political entities, both in ancient and modern times. Arabic, a member of the Semitic language family, is one of the world’s major languages, as exemplified by its status as an official language of the United Nations. Spoken by almost 300 million people, it is the official language of nearly twenty countries, including Algeria, Egypt, Iraq, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, Syria, and Tunisia. Persian and Arabic have been defined as critical languages in the United States, reflecting both the chronic shortage of and the increasing demand for qualified specialists in these languages. Members of the military are rewarded for proficiency in critical languages with monthly salary enhancements ranging from $100 to $300. ROTC Language and Culture Project students enjoy total language immersion by traveling to countries in their area of study. These photos were taken by students and staff of the LCP in Egypt, Tajikistan, and on campus during Commissioning ceremonies at the Texas Capitol and The University of Texas at Austin. Study AbroAd The LCP is devoted to providing overseas experiences to Cadets and Midshipmen interested in Persian and Arab cultures. From short cultural excursions to summer-long intensive language programs, the LCP offers many fully funded opportunities for Cadets and Midshipmen to gain firsthand knowledge of the peoples, languages and cultures of the Middle East and other critical regions. Past Cadets and Midshipmen have studied in Morocco, Egypt and Tajikistan.
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