Academic Programs - MIIS

Schedule:

• Irvine Auditorium (opening speech): 12:30–1:00 pm
• B104 (panels): 1:15–2:30; 2:45–4:00; 4:15–5:30 pm
• B106 (panels): 1:15–2:30; 2:45–4:00 
• McCone Atrium (reception): 5:30–7:30 pm 

This is a hybrid information session for those interested in learning more about and applying for Projects for Peace.

Zoom Link: go.miis.edu/pfp

This is a hybrid information session for those interested in learning more about and applying for the Critical Language Scholarship (CLS).

Zoom Link: http://go.miis.edu/cls26

IPD / MPA / ITED Happy Hour 

Ready for some fun after class? Come hang out with your IPD, MPA, and ITED friends for a relaxed evening of games, snacks, and good vibes!

Date: Thursday, May 1, 2025
Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
Location: Holland Center

IPSS Panel: Conservation Science and Policy

Melissa Ashley, Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary / NOAA: Valuing Kelp: A Framework for Assessing Ecological, Social, and Cultural Benefits

Erin Lawrence, Carmel River Watershed Conservancy: Developing and Improving Education and Outreach Strategies

Sydnie Miller, Big Sur Land Trust: Community Science to Inform Conservation Strategies

Zoom: http://go.miis.edu/practicum

Pass: 2025

Daniel Lyons, UNICEF Kenya: Assessing Child Rights Mainstreaming and GraphRAG as a Possible Tool in Assisting the Process

Ashley Simmons, UNICEF New York: Research and Design for Strengthening Social Policy in the Global Annual Report

Theo Zittel, UNICEF New York: Research and Design for Strengthening Social Policy in the Global Annual Report

Practicum Panel for Spring 2025.

Thursday, May 8

12-1 PM PT

Zoom: http://go.miis.edu/practicum

Pass: 2025

Allyson Mabul, US Government Accountability Organization (GAO): Strategic Implications of China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) for Host Countries and U.S. Foreign Policy

Felix Naim, Parker Hannifin Corporation, Aerospace Group: Exploring Trade Regulations in the Aerospace Industry

Practicum Panel: California Community Engagement. Tuesday, May 13. 1-2 PM.

Zoom: http://go.miis.edu/practicum

Pass: 2025

Jennifer Goodson, City of Monterey Housing Office: Fostering Inclusive Governance & Enhancing Community Resilience

Emily Hilberer, Fusion Academy: An Organizational Approach to Functional Literacy

Practicum Panel: Advancing Public Safety and Preparedness

Thursday, May 8. 4-5 PM. 

Genevieve Brownlee, Washington Retail Association (WRA): Evaluating the Vibrant Communities Initiative & Strengthening Organized Retail Crime Coordination in Washington

Fiona Kroontje, Independent Research: Building a Drone Incident Database

Nathan Palmer, City of Monterey: What is the baseline efficiency of the City of Monterey Emergency Operations Center (EOC) management and section coordination?