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Event Highlights: 2012-11
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Armed Conflict, Victims Reparation, and Land Restitution in Colombia
When: Friday, May 11, 2012
Time: 8:45am - 2:30pm
Where: Lerner Hall, Jed D. Satow Conference Room
The conference "Armed Conflict, Victims Reparation and Land Restitution in Colombia" will discuss the origins, scope and challenges of the Victims and Land Restitution Law, which is one of the most important in several decades. This legislation provides a framework for bringing justice to victims of conflict and returning violently usurped land to their rightful owners. The event is co-sponsored by the Economic and Political Development concentration at SIPA, the Economy department at Universidad de los Andes, and Institute of Policy Dialogue. For additional details click here.
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EPD Workshop Presentations
When: Thursday, April 26 and Friday, April 27, 2012
Time: 9:00am-8:00pm
Where: Room 1512, International Affairs Building
The student teams in SIPA’s Workshop in Development Practice, one of the most exciting opportunities available to students within SIPA's EPD concentration, have been working this year with clients in over twenty countries on innovative development-related projects involving food security, health and education, governance, humanitarian response, peacebuilding, gender mainstreaming, social entrepreneurship, corporate social responsibility and private sector development. The teams will be presenting their findings and recommendations in a conference at SIPA on April 26 and 27. Workshop clients, faculty advisers, members of the Columbia/SIPA community, and the general public are invited and highly encouraged to attend any sessions of interest.
The Workshop in Development Practice is co-sponsored by the Economic and Political Development and Human Rights Concentrations. This year’s Workshop clients include Agropalma (Brazil), Buenos Aires Government (Argentina), Caucus for Children's Rights (Tanzania), East-West Management Institute & UNIDO (Rwanda), First Access (Tanzania), Fundación Bavaria (Colombia), Foundation Escalera (Mexico), Instituto Palmas (Brazil), Kopernik (Indonesia), Man Up (Burundi, Guatemala, and Guyana), National Innovation Fund (Kazakhstan), Neelan Tiruchelvam Trust (Sri Lanka), PRI (Nigeria), Rural University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRRJ - Brazil), Samata Foundation (Nepal), Teach for India (India), TechnoServe (Ethiopia), The Hunger Project (Bangladesh), Transparency International - Aid Effectiveness (Colombia, Liberia, and Sri Lanka), Transparency International - Education (Cameroon and Ghana), UNDESA & UN Women (New York), UNDP (New York), Village Health Works (Burundi), Women's Political Resource Center (Georgia), and World Vision (Haiti).
Workshop in Development Practice Final Presentation Schedule
For more information, please contact Ilona Vinklerova (iv2105@columbia.edu)._______________________________________________________________________
Alternatives for America's Last Colony: Puerto Rico
When: Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm
Where: Room 1512, International Affairs Building
Angel Callado‐Schwarz will address the more than a century‐old relationship between Puerto Rico and the United States and present compelling decolonization strategies. The event will be moderated by José Antonio Ocampo. Mr. Collado‐Schwarz is the founder and chairman of the Fundación Voz del Centro, a cultural nongovernmental organization, and the producer and host of the radio program La Voz del Centro. He is the author of four books including Decolonization Models for America’s Last Colony: Puerto Rico, Voces de la cultura 1, Voces de la cultura 2, Voces de la cultura 3, and Soberanías exitosas.
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Common Goods in a Divided World - Challenges and Opportunities for International Cooperation in Fragile States
When: Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Time: 1:00pm-2:00pm
Where: Room 1401, International Affairs Building
Fragile states are a serious international problem, creating regional instability, armies of refugees, and havens for terrorists and criminals. Despite a decade of trying, the West has been unable to make substantial progress helping them. Rising powers such as China offer a new approach--based on pragmatic, technologically appropriate, non-judgemental cooperation. What can we learn and how can we cooperate with these countries to help some of the world's poorest states?
Seth Kaplan is a writer and policy consultant focusing on fragile states, governance, and development. He is the author of Fixing Fragile States: A New Paradigm for Development and a forthcoming book on poverty and state governance. A Wharton MBA and Palmer scholar, Seth has worked for several large multinationals and founded four companies. He edits the website http://www.fragilestates.org/
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FUNK it Up! 70s SIPA SOUL PARTY
When: Thursday, April 5, 2012
Time: 10:00pm-4:00am
Where: Café Iguana, 240 W 54th St, New York, NY 10019
Don't miss this one! It’s time to funk it up and feel the groove! Join us for another unforgettable party! Buy your ticket in SIPA (4th floor) from 12pm to 4pm on Monday and Tuesday and from 10pm to 6pm on Wednesday and Thursday. $15 pre-sale, $20 at the door.
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Workshop Briefing for First-Year EPD Students
When: Tuesday, April 3, 2012
Time: 1:00pm-2:00pm
Where: Room 1401, International Affairs Building
EPD will hold a briefing for first-years on the Workshop in Development Practice (the EPD Workshop) on Tuesday, April 3 in room 1401. The session will explain how students can get involved in reaching out to potential workshop clients and developing workshop projects. The EPD administration will also send out a quick online survey for first-years in early April to get an idea of your interests in terms of possible organizations, topics and countries for workshop projects.
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Global Conversations on Social Innovation and Development Conference
When: Friday, March 30, 2012
Time: 8:00am-8:30pm
Where: Room 1501, International Affairs Building
$15 for SIPA students | $25 for Columbia community and general public
Hosted by the Economic and Political Development (EPD) concentration and International Media, Advocacy and Communications (IMAC) specialization at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA), the Global Conversation on Social Innovation and Development will bring together policy-makers, researchers and practitioners from around the world to discuss these questions with students and the larger Columbia University community. This one-day conference aims to foster a cross-disciplinary and cross-cultural discussion, identifying lessons that can advance fresh approaches to development challenges, new forms of collaboration across sectors, sustained public engagement and collective action.
In this interactive conference, policy-makers, researchers and practitioners will explore the potential of various “social innovations” to address urgent development challenges. Morning and afternoon panels will discuss innovations in social policy, information and communication technologies, and market-based approaches. The lunchtime speaker, Joaquim de Melo, is an Ashoka Fellow and founder of Instituto Palmas, an innovative community banking and solidarity network in Brazil. The closing reception will feature live world music and a media presentation on youth-led social innovations around the world.
For more information and to register, visit http://www.sipa.columbia.edu/conference/si4d/
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EPD Recruitment Orientation for Internships
When: Friday, March 2, 2012
Time: 1:00pm-2:00pm
Where: Room 413, International Affairs Building
For the first-years still looking for the right summer internship, be sure to participate in this important OCS event today! They will review resources, strategies, and advice on how to secure EPD summer internships!
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Book Talk with Dr. Susan Pick – Breaking the Poverty Cycle: The Human Basis for Sustainable Development
When: Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Time: 12:00pm-1:00pm
Where: Room 1302, International Affairs Building
Dr. Pick will discuss findings from her recently published book including how IMIFAP, a Mexican NGO, has employed a development strategy to encourage the establishment of a participatory, healthy and educated citizenry. The program strategy is grounded in Amartya Sen's approach to sustainable development through expanding individual's capabilities and freedoms. Dr. Pick is a professor in the Faculty of Psychology at the National University of Mexico and founder and President of the Mexican Institute of Family and Population Research (IMIFAP). Books will be available for sale. If you are interested in purchasing a book, please bring $40 in cash.
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NYC Career Series Panel: Economic Development
When: Monday, February 27, 2012
Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm
Where: Room 1501, International Affairs Building
Dress: Business Casual
Join us for a panel discussion with professionals who have experience working with UNICEF, Mercy Corps, DAI and Women's Refugee Commission. Whether you are a 1st year or 2nd year student, come and learn about career paths and potential opportunities in economic development. This panel is organized by the EPD Concentration and SIPA's Office of Career Services (OCS).
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Spring 2012 Alumni/Student Networking Reception
When: Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Where: Scandinavia House in midtown Manhattan (58 Park Avenue at 38th Street)
Dress: Business formal
The Office of Career Services (OCS) is hosting a reception which will focus on alumni working in economic and political development, human rights, urban and social policy, and development practice. As a key part of the New York City Career Series 2011-2012, this reception provides a venue for alumni to share their experiences with current SIPA students interested in their industry, as well as to network with other SIPA alumni in their field. The $15 registration fee includes admission to the cocktail reception, with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres.
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NYC Career Series Panel: Political Development
When: Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm
Where: Room 1501, International Affairs Building
Dress: Business Casual
Whether you are a 1st year or 2nd year student, come and learn about career paths and potential opportunities in political development. This panel is organized by the EPD Concentration and SIPA's Office of Career Services (OCS).
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80s EPD Party!
When: Thursday, February 9, 2012
Time: 10:00pm-4:00am
Where: Iguana (240 West 54th Street, between 8th and Broadway)
Join us for an 80s themed party for EPD concentrators and allies. Tickets go on sale on the 4th floor starting Monday, February 6th. Proceeds will help fund EPD Workshop projects. Buy a ticket early before they sell out!
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NYC Career Series Panel: Social Development
When: Wednesday, February 8, 2012
Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm
Where: Room 1501, International Affairs Building
Dress: Business Casual
Whether you are a 1st year or 2nd year student, come and learn about career paths and potential opportunities in social development. This panel is organized by the EPD Concentration and SIPA's Office of Career Services (OCS).
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NYC Career Series Panel: Sustainable Development
When: Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm
Where: Presidential Rooms 2 & 3, Faculty House of Columbia University
Dress: Business Casual
Whether you are a 1st year or 2nd year student, come and learn about career paths and potential opportunities in sustainable development. This panel is organized by the EPD Concentration and SIPA's Office of Career Services (OCS).
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The Schlumberger Excellence in Educational Development (SEED) Program: Progress and Future Plans?
When: Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Time: 12:00pm-2:00pm
Where: Room 1302, International Affairs Building
SEED is a volunteer-based, nonprofit education program focused on underserved communities where Schlumberger people live and work. SEED empowers employee-volunteers and educators—including teachers, parents and other mentors—to share their passion for learning and science with students aged 10-18. The SEED learning-while-doing (LWD) methodology draws on the technology and science expertise of our volunteers to engage students in global issues, such as water, energy and climate change. Join Simone Amber, the Vice President of Schlumberger Limited, where she helped create the SEED Program that she currently oversees. Simone has extensive experience working in the areas of finance, investor relations and communications. She holds Master of Business Administration from INSEAD in Fontainebleau, France and a diploma from l’Institut d’Etudes Politiques. She was born in Beirut, Lebanon and is fluent in French, Arabic and English.
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EPD Fellowship Information Session
When: Monday, February 6, 2012
Time: 1:00pm-2:00pm
Where: Room 403, International Affairs Building
Interested in learning about fellowships at SIPA - specifically, the EPD Fellowship or TA-ships for EPD classes? Join us for a panel discussion that will provide insight on EPD related fellowships. Lunch will be provided.
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EPD Welcome Back Reception for all EPD students!
When: Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Time: 6:30pm-8:00pm
Where: 15th Floor Lobby, International Affairs Building
Come join us for a delicious Cuban meal, great company, and the chance to mingle with fellow EPDers. See you there!
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FALL 2011
EPD Internship Panel
When: Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Time: 6:00-8:00pm
Where: Room 1302, International Affairs Building
Looking for an exciting summer internship? Interested in learning about how to fund your unpaid internship? EPD is here and has lined up some amazing second-years who have graciously offered their time to give you insight into the summer internship process. Second-year panelists will share their experiences, give advice on the internship search, and answer any and all questions you may have. Some of the organizations to be discussed include: United Nations Development Program (Kosovo, NYC, Bangladesh), Qatar Red Crescent Society (Qatar), Egyptian Company for Biological Science (Egypt), Mae Fah Luang Foundation (Thailand), an African Start-up news publication, and more.
Register here
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Sustaining Economic and Social Advance: The Challenges Ahead for Latin America
When: Thursday, December 1, 2011
Time: 6:00-8:00pm
Where: Room 1512, International Affairs Building
Registration link
Celebrate the publication of the Oxford Handbook of Latin American Economics by joining a panel with Jose Antonio Ocampo, Professor of Economics (SIPA), Albert Fishlow, Professor Emeritus (SIPA), M. Victoria Murillo, Professor of Political Science (SIPA), Miguel Urquiola, Assistant Professor of Economics (SIPA), and Rob Vos, Director of Development Policy Division (UN DESA). Panelists will discuss sustaining social and economic advances including the challenges ahead for Latin America.
Moderator: Tom Trebat, Executive Director of ILAS
Introductory remarks: Dean John Coatsworth
Reception will follow.
Co-sponsors: Institute of Latin American Studies, Center for Brazilian Studies, and Economic and Political Development Concentration
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A Market-Based Approach to Development: We Do Know How
When: Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Time: 12:30-2:00pm
Where: Room 1302, International Affairs Building
EPD invites students to a lunch talk with James Riordan who will discuss his new book "We Do Know How". Mr. Riordan is a development economist with over 35 years of experience in the design and implementation of business development and policy reform programs around the world. He has lived in Colombia, Peru, Egypt and Albania and has worked in 59 countries. As the Project Director for USAID's Poverty Reduction and Alleviation Program in Peru, Mr. Riordan implemented an innovative approach (featured in the book) to generating jobs for the poor which received Peru's prestigious Creatividad Impresarial award.
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EPD Professional Development Workshop for 2nd year students
When: Friday, November 4, 2011
Time: 1:30-2:30pm
Where: Room 403, International Affairs Building
Join us for an OCS led workshop targeted for EPD students. We will cover topics including job search, interviewing, networking and discuss EPD related career paths and options for post-graduation. While the material will be targeted for 2nd year EPD students, 1st year students are welcome to attend as well.
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Declining Inequality in Latin America: How Much, Since When and Why
When: Thursday, October 13, 2011
Time: 6:00-8:00pm
Where: Room 1512, International Affairs Building
The Institute of Latin American Studies and EPD concentration present Nora Lustig, Professor of Latin American Economics at Tulane University and nonresident fellow at the Center for Global Development and the Inter-American Dialogue, who will present a lecture entitled "Declining Inequality in Latin America: How Much, Since When and Why". Students may review Dr. Lustig's working paper addressing this topic online. For more details and to register, click here.
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Africa's Decade of Transformation: The NEPAD Perspective
When: Monday, October 10, 2011
Time: 6:00-8:00pm
Where: Room 1501, International Affairs Building
The Institute of African Studies, EPD concentration and International Organizations specialization invite you to a lecture, panel and reception on "Africa's Decade of Transformation: The NEPAD Perspective" with Dr. Ibrahim Assane Mayaki, Chief Executive Officer of the NEPAD Planning and Coordinating Agency. For more details and to register, click here
Moderator: Mamadou Diouf, Director of the Institute of African Studies, and Leitner Family Professor of African Studies, Columbia University
Discussants:
Glenn Denning, Professor of Professional Practice, SIPA and Associate Director of the Center for Globalization and Sustainable Development at the Earth Institute
Yassine Fall, Chief Economic Policy Advisor, UN Women
Patrick Hayford, Director, Office of the Special Advisor on Africa, United Nations
Ousmane Kane, Associate Professor of International and Public Affairs, SIPA
Amos C. Sawyer, Professor of Political Science, Indiana University and Chairman of the Governance Commission of Liberia
Reception to follow.
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EPD Concentration General Meeting
When: Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Time: 1:00-2:00pm
Where: Room 1302, International Affairs Building
Join Elena and Stacey, our EPD Program Assistants, for a discussion on how you can get involved with the EPD Concentration this coming year. Pizza will be served!
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Meet the EPD Professors Happy Hour
When: Tuesday, September, 27, 2011
Time: 5:30-7:00pm
Where: Havana Central, 2911 Broadway (between 113th and 114th Street)
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Strategy for Reconciliation: Bridging Communities through Engagement
When: Friday, September 23, 2011
Time: 12:30-2:00pm
Where: Room 1302, International Affairs Building
For more details and to register, click here
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EPD Retreat
When: Saturday September, 17 to Sunday September 18, 2011
Where: Circle Lodge/Camp Kinder Ring, Hopewell Junction, NY
Spend a weekend by the lake, in the mountains with your fellow EPDers. Learn more about the EPD concentration, events, curriculum and much more. Sign up in the EPD office during office hours, room 1305. You must pay to register ($60, linens are $5 extra). Transportation, food and lodging are included in the price.
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EPD Concentration Happy Hour
When: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Time: 5:30-7:30pm
Where: Amsterdam Restaurant and Tapas Lounge (1207 Amsterdam Avenue & 119th St)
For a listing of all events at SIPA this semester, please visit the SIPA calendar online.