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NAPLP is a FULL SCHOLARSHIP program designed to give Native American undergraduates an incredible educational opportunity in the nation’s capital. Partnering with Semester In Washington Politics, NAPLP students take classes at GW, participate in hands-on internships and interact with political leaders and policymakers. NAPLP includes a series of seminars devoted to public policy issues affecting Native American communities (American Indian, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian). It plays a key role in preparing the next generation of Native American political leaders. NAPLP is funded by a generous grant from the AT&T Foundation.

NAPLP offers an invaluable up-close view of Washington, D.C. Students learn how political decisions are made, how power is wielded and how government is run – because they are right in the center of the process. NAPLP is a guided, hands-on tour of the workings of the U.S. government, immersing students in the processes that define our political system. 

Learn the components of political campaigning, from message development and media production to voter targeting, direct mail and fundraising. See what lobbyists do and how issues like gun control, international relations and campaign finance reform are managed. Plan an election campaign and develop a lobbying strategy with real Washington political professionals.

After NAPLP, students return to their home campuses knowing what it takes to win elections, pass legislation and influence public opinion. More importantly, they know what professional options are available as a congressional staffer, campaign manager, press secretary, lobbyist, pollster, media producer, journalist or fundraiser. They are better informed about how politics works and more aware of how they fit into that process.

NAPLP offers students a chance to learn about politics, Washington and themselves. Join NAPLP for the experience of a lifetime!

June 27th - July 1st, 2011. "Collecting, Analyzing, and Using Public Health Data in American Indian Communities," Center for American Indian Health, Summer Institute 2011. The Johns Hopkins Center for American Indian Health is offering two week-long public health, institute courses during Summer Institute 2011. A very limited number of scholarships, which include tuition, airfare and hotel accommodation, will be awarded to qualified individuals to participate in this institute. LOCATION: 621 N. Washington St., Baltimore, MD 21205  CONTACT:  Danielle Tsingine, dtsingin@jhsph.edu, 410-955-6931 Website:http://www.jhsph.edu/caih/Programs/Training%20Fold

A 4-week pre-dental summer enrichment program is again being offered at Creighton University School of Dentistry for six American Indian students  (high school seniors or undergraduate college students who are interested in a career as a dentist)  from June 20 – July 15, 2011.  The program allows students to explore a career in dentistry in a dental school environment.  The program includes daily hands-on projects, dental assisting, mentoring by senior dental students and mock dental school interviews. 

Tuition, transportation, lodging, a weekly meal allowance and a $1,000 stipend is provided to each student through a grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and Creighton University.  Program information, calendar and application are attached.  Please forward this information to students who are interested.   For questions, call 402-280-5008. 

Dear Educators,

I work in National Outreach for Teacher Initiatives (NOTI) at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, DC, and would like to share information with you about one of our programs for educators.  Please share this information with educators who qualify, to apply for this program. 

A living memorial to the Holocaust, the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum inspires citizens and leaders worldwide to confront hatred, promote human dignity, and prevent genocide.  The Museum provides a powerful lesson in the fragility of freedom, the myth of progress, and the need for vigilance in preserving democratic values. With unique power and authenticity, the Museum teaches millions of people each year about the dangers of unchecked hatred and the need to prevent genocide.

 A cornerstone of our work is to ensure quality Holocaust education in American schools.  We encourage teachers to engage their students in learning about the Holocaust, to reflect on its meaning today, and to act responsibly as members of the global community.  It is important to us to reach out teachers, and their students, who represent the landscape of American citizens.  .  In an effort to extend our outreach to nurture new audiences, I invite you to share the following information with teachers who work in school districts with significant American Indian student populations. 

The Western States Workshop for Educators will bring up to twenty teachers from western states to the USHMM on March 3-5, 2011.  Social Studies and Language Arts teachers of grades 6-12 are encouraged to apply.  In addition, teachers of other disciplines such as journalism and library and media specialists should consider applying. 

 Educators from suburban and rural schools from these states are eligible:  Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming. 

Teachers will use the Museum’s Permanent Exhibition, the exhibit State of Deception: The Power of Nazi Propaganda, and the interactive installation From Memory to Action:  Meeting the Challenge of Genocide, as their primary classroom as they learn the history of this tragic event.  Museum staff and scholars will assist participants in exploring questions or rationale, content, and methodology in teaching the Holocaust.

Attendees will receive a generous stipend at the conclusion of the conference to assist with the costs of transportation.  The Museum will provide breakfast, lunch, and lodging for three nights.  Extensive free materials and lessons will also be distributed.  This workshop is for educators who have not previously attended a USHMM-sponsored teacher professional development program at the US Holocaust Memorial Museum, such as the Belfer National Conference. 

To apply, please go to http://www.ushmm.org/education/foreducators/prodev/currentapplications/.  Please see the workshop offering titled “Teacher Workshop for Western States Educators.”  Applicants should also submit a letter of reference from a school supervisor.  This letter should describe your qualifications and verify your eligibility.  The deadline for applying is January 31, 2011.  Please submit this in any format to:

Christina E. Chavarría
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
100 Raoul Wallenberg Place, SW
Washington, DC  20024
FAX:  202.314.7888
CChavarria@ushmm.org