1. Welcome Winter GBM #2: February 16, 2016
Recap Video:
Welcome
Winter GBM #2: February 16, 2016

2. Who Are We? Ivana Ro, President
The International Studies Student Association (ISSA) is the official student organization for UCSD’s undergraduate International Studies Program.
We are a professional, social, academic and I-House organization that seeks to gather like-minded individuals who share diverse interests in international studies and international relations. We provide a platform of rich experiences and opportunities in international studies.
Ivana + Clark (if he is present)

3. Events in Review Check out what we’ve been up to since our last GBM!
Jenny

4. UMP: “Think Now & Think Ahead: Short and Long Term Goal Planning with ISSA”
On Jan 21st, UMP mentors and mentees gathered together to participate in a goal-setting workshop.
Want to get involved? Questions/concerns?
Cassie ) or Jenny

5. AMP: Resume Critique Workshop
On Jan 28th, AMP alumni mentors and student mentees gathered together to participate in a resume- critique workshop.
Want to get involved? Questions/concerns?
Cassie or Ivana

6. Get Involved!
Contact Cassidy to hear about opportunities and have any questions or concerns answered. Visit program/ to learn more.

7. Documentary Screening: “Half the Sky” Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide

8. Discussion Questions
Intro + Sierra Leone – Sexual Assault (7:25 – 38:10)
Vietnam – Education (1:20:24 – 1:44)
How much did you know about this topic beforehand?
What is something that you learned or shocked you?
Have you seen these issues manifested on our campus or in your community? What are ways that we can tackle these issues at home in the U.S.?

9. Announcements

10. Member of the Quarter Jenny Gross, Vice President
ISSA MEMBER
OF THE
QUARTER
Recognize an ISSA member each quarter for their hard work, commitment or involvement on campus! Each member will be featured on ISSA's social media platforms, and will also receive a small prize.  To nominate a fellow member (or even yourself!), click the link here: 

11. Student Soundbites Blog
From students, for students
Blog post topics range from summer travel stories, internship experiences to general advice
ALL members are encouraged to contribute!
Where students and alumni share experiences in international studies
Talk about newly published posts from summer Board experiences, encourage members to read over
Good way to become more involved in ISSA activities
If you are interested in contributing a piece, contact
Jenny or submit a piece on our website:

12. Stay Active with ISSA!
Rebecca Chong, Director of Administrative Affairs
What does it mean to be an “active member”? You must:
Attend all GBMs (2 per quarter!)
Attend least one additional social or professional event each quarter (volunteering, Networking Night, etc.)
If part of the UMP or AMP, meet all program-specific requirements
Stay involved – via Facebook/Twitter, socializing/networking with other members, even hanging out!
Stay connected by signing up for our weekly newsletter today! To unsubscribe, or contact Becca directly

13. Additional Opportunities
GPS events, I-House orgs, and more!

14. I-House Events Global Forum
Language Conversation Tables
Practice languages and meet new people!
Every Thursday, 6 – 7 Asante Classrooms, I-House
Global Forum
The Global Forum hosts a weekly series of events highlighting global issues that are open to the entire campus and larger community. Topics range from climate change, refugee health, human rights, diplomacy, and more. Check out the Global Forum calendar of events.
RSVP to next weeks’ event here: “Global Forum: Film Screening- Nuclear Savage”
Mon, February 22nd
the Great Hall
International Women’s Day with Denise Ducheny
I-House’s Winter Faculty Fellow will lead an in-depth discussion about her experience as the first woman and first Latina ever to be appointed as Chair of the Assembly Budget Committee. 
Thurs, March 12pm. RSVP here.
For more info, visit

15. For more information and a full calendar, visit:
Upcoming GPS Events
Geospatial Big Data: Using Google Earth Engine for Data Science and Analysis
When: Wed, February 3:00– 4:30pm
Where: Institute of the Americas
For more info:
“Reporting from China” – 21st Century China Program
When: Tues, March 5:00pm – 6:30pm
Where: Sanford Consortium, Roth Auditorium
For more info:
For more information and a full calendar, visit:
Both are FREE events sponsored by GPS!

16. Hear from the current director of the Peace Corps!
Join the Peace Corps Director, Carrie Hessler-Radelet to learn about the importance of public service and the opportunities the Peace Corps offers to make a difference around the world.
When: Tues, February 23rd, 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Where: Robinson Auditorium (GPS)
For more info: vents/23606/

17. Keep in Touch! Website: issaucsd.wordpress.com
Melody and lily
Facebook: facebook.com/issa.ucsd
Twitter: twitter.com/issa_ucsd
LinkedIn: International Studies Student Association at UCSD

18. Have Questions? Speak to…
Newsletter, Membership
Becca
General Involvement, Collaborations
Ivana
Mentorship Programs
Cassie
Member of the Quarter, Blog
Jenny
Publicity/Collaborations
Precious
Volunteering
Melody

19. Thanks for coming!