How do I sign up?
BY NOVEMBER 5TH: Send an email to MIISChileJTerm@gmail.com with your picture and a one paragraph biography. In addition, please give a $500 deposit to Global Majority.
How many students participate in the Chile JTerm?
The 2009 MIIS Chile JTerm included 19 MIIS students, 1 non-student, 1 student from the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS), Professor Jan Black and two staff from Global Majority. We are waiting to see how many students are interested in participating in the 2010 JTerm to determine what kind of projects and activities are most appropriate for the group.
Can anyone join the MIIS Chile JTerm?
Yes. Currently, there is no application process for the MIIS Chile JTerm. We look for students who are genuinely passionate about working with indigenous people and applying their educational interests to real world situations.
What will I do in Chile?
The curriculum for the Chile JTerm is malleable, and will be defined by those who chose to participate. All project operate under the purpose of investigating transitional (in)justice in Chile. Some projects include, but are not limited to: exploring human rights, business in latin america, environmental concerns etc. Many students may choose to complete a report of policy recommendations for the community in which they complete field work.
How much does it cost to participate in the project?
The cost per student is $2,000 (subject to change based on the number of students who participate, and the amount of funding we are able to raise for the project). Students are responsible for purchasing their own airfare, and several meals in Chile. Please speak to financial aid for questions regarding additional student funds.
Can I earn class credit for participating?
Yes. A MIIS student can earn a maximum of 8 units. 4 seminar units for the Chile JTerm Seminar, and 4 language units for a language course. To earn credit for the Chile JTerm Seminar, a student must complete a creative and useful deliverable of policy recommendations for the community they worked with, write one article to be published, and present their recommendations in a symposium to be held during the spring semester of 2010.
Do I need to speak Spanish?
No. For the 2010 MIIS Chile JTerm, we look forward to having MIIS students translate for those who do not speak Spanish.
Can this JTerm lead to an internship?
Yes. Students who make personal connections with the Human Rights Center, and/or other Chilean organizations, can have the opportunity to return to Chile for an internship. Several students who attended the 2009 MIIS Chile JTerm were successful in returning to Chile for the 2009 summer to complete an internship.
