World Affairs Council of New Orleans

WACNO to Add K-12 Outreach to Its Programming!

programs — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 18:58:20 +0000

WACNO To Add K-12 Outreach to Its Programming!

In line with WACNO’s mission to ‘increase the community’s awareness of global issues’, a new K-12 Outreach Program is being developed. This program seeks to offer internationally-focused educational programs to families and students in New Orleans schools. Morris Jeff Community School, a New Orleans open-access elementary charter school, will be the Pilot School for this program. WACNO’s first initiative is the Teachers and Speakers Network in which local teachers will be able to contact community members who are willing to share their international expertise in the classroom. In the future, we also plan to seek out high school students and teachers to participate in the Academic World Quest Program.

If you or someone you know has an interest in international education or may like to participate in the Teachers and Speakers Network, please contact Aaron Forbes (Program Coordinator) at aaronforbes2008@gmail.com.

K-12 Outreach Program Opportunity: ‘Breakfast with the Principal’ at Morris Jeff Community School

Morris Jeff Community School, an International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program Candidate School, is the first school in New Orleans to work together with WACNO on the Teachers and Speakers Network.
Each month, the Principal and Board of MJCS hold an informal meeting with community members who are interested in learning more about the school. WACNO members who are interested in the K-12 Outreach Program are invited to attend the meeting at MJCS on Friday, March 22. The event will begin with an 8 am student assembly, followed by a 30-minute breakfast meeting and a quick class visit.

If you are interested in attending, email Aaron Forbes (Program Coordinator) at aaronforbes2008@gmail.com.

New Intern: Karen Lundy

programs — Sun, 10 Feb 2013 02:52:51 +0000

Karen Lundy was born and raised in Wicklow, Ireland. She completed her first degree in Music Technology and Business at BCFE in Dublin. While traveling to the US during college she met her current husband, Jake, and soon afterwards they moved to New Orleans where they have been for six years. Karen decided to return to college at UNO to study International Studies and will graduate in December. After college Karen hopes to work for the State Department, the UN, USAID, or similar organizations.

New Intern: Mwende Katwiwa

programs — Sun, 10 Feb 2013 02:52:35 +0000

Mwende Katwiwa is a junior at Tulane University studying Political Economy on the International Perspectives track. She first came to New Orleans to complete a year of AmeriCorps through their City Year program and has not since left. Originally from Kenya, Mwende has an interest in working in the field of international development with a focus on economic empowerment. She has just returned from a semester abroad in Kenya where she traveled throughout East Africa and studied through the University of Nairobi. She is very excited about starting her new internship with the World Affairs Council of New Orleans.

New Intern: Miranda Jean

programs — Sun, 10 Feb 2013 02:52:19 +0000

Miranda Jean is currently a junior at Tulane University studying International Development in conjunction with Sociology. From a young age, Miranda grew a strong interest in international affairs. Upon entering college, she was able to channel that interest into traveling and joining organizations that fostered her passion. Miranda has since traveled to Guatemala and India, working in orphanages and assisting English language learning. She is now the Human Rights in Crisis committee co-chair of the Global Service League at Tulane. As an intern at WACNO, Miranda is excited to work with others who are globally minded and to explore issues that are happening around the world today. She hopes to learn a lot from this experience as she continues to pave her way into the future.

New Intern: Michael Bentley

programs — Sun, 10 Feb 2013 02:51:55 +0000

Michael Bentley earned a Bachelor degree in Biological Sciences from Southeastern Louisiana University in 2004. After briefly working as a Research Assistant, he began his management career with the largest parking corporation in the United States. Michael earned several promotions throughout his career with the company and while employed, he earned a Master of Business Administration degree in 2008. In 2011 Michael made a decision to change his career to the field of Foreign Service and Diplomacy. He began his Bachelor Degree in International Studies with a concentration in Diplomacy and International Organizations at University of New Orleans. He plans to graduate in the Spring semester of 2013. Michael is currently applying to the State Department for the position of Foreign Service Officer. He is fluent in Portuguese, Russian, and has intermediate knowledge of Spanish. Michael enjoys bicycling, boating, reading, and traveling.

Spring Internships

florapwilliams — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 15:37:05 +0000

The World Affairs Council of New Orleans is no longer accepting applications for Spring 2013 internships. If you would like to learn more about interning at WACNO in the Summer or Fall of 2013, please join our mailing list to stay abreast of future opportunities. Thank you for your interest in WACNO.

Apply to Intern at WACNO

florapwilliams — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 14:03:32 +0000

Are you a student or recent graduate interested in global issues? Do you want to know more about working in the nonprofit sector? Would you like to enhance your resume and learn valuable skills? If so, consider an internship at the World Affairs Council of New Orleans!

WACNO is now accepting applications for internships. These unpaid internships will start in December or January. To learn more, download the Internship Overview and Agreement.

To apply, please submit a resume, complete this survey, and submit a cover letter explaining why you are interested in working at WACNO to Flora Williams at director@wacno.org.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and with priority given to applications received before December 3. If you are planning to use the internship for school credit please make sure you check your institutions’ requirements. We look forward to your applications.

Volunteer with WACNO!

florapwilliams — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 22:03:07 +0000

Are you looking to meet new people with a similar interest in world affairs? Consider volunteering with the World Affairs Council of New Orleans! Volunteers are needed to organize programs, to assist with fundraising, and to help out at events. If you are interested, please contact Flora Williams at director@wacno.org for more information.

WACNO Needs Your Feedback!

florapwilliams — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 13:28:57 +0000

WACNO Wants Your Feedback!

WACNO is committed to continuously improving its programs and membership. Please help us to do so by taking a quick survey.

If you are or have been a paying member or sponsor, please take this survey:
Member and Former Member Survey

If you have never been a paying member or sponsor, please take this survey:
Nonmember Survey

Please respond by November 2. Thank you for helping us make WACNO a better organization! For questions about the survey, contact Flora Williams at director@wacno.org.

2012-13 Board Members

florapwilliams — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 19:53:54 +0000

Your 2012-13 Board Members are Peggy Armstrong, Wayde Benson, Guenter Bischof, Kanwal Dhir, Chris Fettweis, Aaron Forbes, Generoso Garza, John Hazlett, David Johnson, Valerie McGinley Marshall, Fitzpatrick Nedd, Joe Prisco, Alla Rosca, Bob Shaw, Katsumi Sohma, Sheila Wilkinson, and Walter Wolf. Robert Endler and Brian Johnson will serve as Board Interns. We look forward to a year of energy and proactivity!