Alternative Chapel on the Underground Railroad

Are you looking for an alternative chapel?  Do you want to learn more about the history of the underground railroad?  Then you may want to consider this lecture.  I hope to see you there.

On February 7, 2012, George Nagle will be presenting an Alternate Chapel lecture/discussion on Harrisburg’s local history of the Underground Railroad in the 1850s.  This event is part of the Black History Month program of events. 

 ”Underground Railroad- The Crucible of Central Pennsylvania’s Anti-slavery Resistance” 

Boyer 131- February 7, 2012- 7:30-9:00 PM

Alternate Chapel Credit

 ”Before the first shots were fired on a Virginia battlefield in 1861, Northerners and Southerners were battling and shedding blood in the streets of Harrisburg, Carlisle and Lancaster. Join us as Mr. Nagle journeys us through a time when slave catchers steadily wore away the local Underground Railroad network, until a young schoolteacher from Philadelphia arrived in town and stealthily began putting the network back together. He used spies, coded messages, and modern technology to build a secure Underground Railroad chain from Harrisburg, linking Philadelphia, Reading, Carlisle, Saratoga and Niagara Falls.

 

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Carlisle High School Looking for History Day Judges

Carlisle High School is still in desperate need of FOUR more judges for their Local History Day competition on Saturday, February 4, 2012.  Judges report at 8 a.m. for a short briefing and then judging begins at 8:30.  They usually complete the day by 12:30 p.m.  Breakfast and lunch items are provided.

If interested, please e-mail me (Prof. Fea) as soon as possible.  Kevin Wagner, the chair of the department at Carlisle (and a Messiah graduate) needs to secure judges by Tuesday, January 31.   This is a great way of building your resume.  You do not have to a be an HSST major to do this.

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Even More Jobs and Internships!

Caretaker/Farm Hand: Washburn-Norlands Living History Center, Livermore, Maine

Park Guide: Rocky Mountain National Park, Estes Park, CO

Census/Genealogy Research Intern: Whipple Company Store & Museum, West Virginia

Director of Interpretation: Children’s Museum of Indianapolis.

Education Specialist: Historic Jamestowne, VA.

Park Guide: St. Croix Island National Park, Bar Harbor, Maine.

Park Guide: Hampton National Historic Site, Towson, MD.

Summer Intern: National Center for Preservation Technology & Training, Natchitoches, LA.

Collections Management Assistant: Kentucky Historical Society

Park Guide: Fort McHenry National Park, Baltimore, MD

Cultural Demonstrator: Isle Royale National Park, MI

Park Guide: Ulysses S. Grant National Park, St. Louis, MO

Park Ranger and Interpreter: Fort Stanwix National Park, Rome, NY.

Federal Records Management Analyst, Global Security & Engineering Solutions, Arlington, VA

Junior Summer Fellow, Library of Congress, Washington D.C.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Education Assistant: General Henry Knox Museum, Thomaston, Maine.

Part-Time Researcher: New England Historic Genealogical Society, Boston

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Fea’s Book as Outstanding Academic Title

Congratulations to Professor John Fea for the continuing success of his book, Was America Founded as a Christian Nation? A Historical Introduction (Westminster John Knox Press 2011). The American Library Association selected his book for their list of “Outstanding Academic Titles” in their publication Choice: Current Reviews for Academic Libraries. The works selected for “Outstanding Academic Titles” represent only 10% of the works reviewed by Choice each year. Congrats, Dr. Fea!

Choice describes the selection process as follows at their webpage:

Every year in the January issue, in print and online, Choice publishes a list of Outstanding Academic Titles that were reviewed during the previous calendar year. This prestigious list reflects the best in scholarly titles reviewed by Choice and brings with it the extraordinary recognition of the academic library community.

The list is quite selective: it contains approximately ten percent of some 7,000 works reviewed in Choice each year. Choice editors base their selections on the reviewer’s evaluation of the work, the editor’s knowledge of the field, and the reviewer’s record. The list was known as Outstanding Academic Books until 2000. The new name reflects an increase in reviews of electronic products and Internet sites.

In awarding Outstanding Academic Titles, the editors apply several criteria to reviewed titles:

• overall excellence in presentation and scholarship
• importance relative to other literature in the field
• distinction as a first treatment of a given subject in book or electronic form
• originality or uniqueness of treatment
• value to undergraduate students
• importance in building undergraduate library collections

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Martha’s Vineyard Museum Internship Program

The Messiah College internship office may have a housing opportunity if a student applies and is accepted to this internship program.  –JF

The Martha’s Vineyard Museum has a well developed summer intern program, in place since 1993. In 2012, the MVM will offer 5 internship opportunitiesfor the summer of 2012. Internships are available in the curatorial, development, marketing/events, education, and library/archive departments.

Interns enjoy a variety of museum experiences, including exhibits, programs, special events, interaction with visitors, and working with a professional staff. Hours and schedules are to be arranged with individual interns and departments, however, each intern is required to work a minimum of 20 hours per week and can work as many as 40 hours. These internships are unpaid, however, credit may be accrued depending on each intern’s individual school policy. With the experience gained at the MVM, many of the previous interns have gone on to careers in the fields of library science, historic preservation, public history, and museum studies. Energetic, self-motivated, flexible individuals who are independent, creative, and willing to be team players will best fit these positions.

Internships available for Summer 2012

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Duties and Duration of the Internship

Along with the tasks assigned by their supervisor, interns will be asked to participate in several organizational events and perform a number of organizational duties.

• Attend all Intern meetings.
• Conduct public tours of the Campus.
• Assist Staff in two major events, the Opening Reception and Evening of Discovery.
• Share responsibilities in Museum Shop (as necessary).
• Assist in maintaining public spaces.

Internships will commence on June 4, 2012. All interns are asked to work as late into August as possible (with possible preference given to those who are able to work more hours weekly and can work through Labor Day).

Housing

MVM has access to a limited number of discounted summer housing arrangements through local landlords. MVM interns will be provided with contact information and some limited assistance in finding housing. However, the MVM does not assume responsibility for making the actual housing arrangements for the summer interns. It is the responsibility of each intern to secure housing. The MVM recommends prospective interns also examine the MV Chamber of Commerce website for housing information.

Qualifications

A background in history or museum studies is preferred but not required; a strong interest in museums, education, or archives is necessary. A high degree of responsibility and the ability to work professionally with the public are essential. Excellent organizational skills are necessary. Experience with Microsoft Office is preferred. Each of the five internship positions requires the intern to have the capacity to work independently.

Application Process

To be considered for a summer internship position, you must submit a complete application package to the MVM by February 29, 2012.

A completed application package includes:

• Martha’s Vineyard Museum Intern Information Sheet
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Two Letters of Recommendation
• Most Current Contact Information (phone number and email)

Upon receiving the application packet, MVM staff will send an email acknowledgement. A telephone interview will be necessary for the finalists. To obtain an Intern Information Sheet, simply download and print it here. Please email the completed application packet to Brianna Bingham, Administrative Coordinator, at bbingham@mvmuseum.org or mail it to:

Martha’s Vineyard Museum
Attn: Internship Committee
P.O. Box 1310
Edgartown, MA 02539

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Summer Internships at the Gilder-Lehrman Institute of American History

I just received word that the Gilder-Lehrman Institute of American History is looking for summer interns.  Learn more about Gilder-Lehrman here.  –JF

Summer Internship Opportunities at the Gilder Lehrman Institute: Projects available in Education, Non-profit Administration, Publications, Exhibitions, Marketing, Development, Grant Administration, and more. To apply go to our Survey Monkey app tab or visit
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/9SXJCTS
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I just received…

I just received word that the Gilder-Lehrman Institute of American History is looking for summer interns.  Learn more about Gilder-Lehrman here.  –JF

Summer Internship Opportunities at the Gilder Lehrman Institute: Projects available in Education, Non-profit Administration, Publications, Exhibitions, Marketing, Development, Grant Administration, and more. To apply go to our Survey Monkey app tab or visit
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/9SXJCTS
.

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Summer Internship Opportunity in Hershey

Collections Internship at The Hershey Story
Summer 2012
The Hershey Story: The Museum on Chocolate Avenue located in Hershey, Pennsylvania seeks a qualified intern candidate to work with the collection staff on several ongoing projects.

The intern will experience a wide range of collections responsibilities including object handling and packing, object numbering systems and documentation, preventative conservation techniques, loan policy and procedures and maintaining collections management software. A successful candidate will work 20 hours per week for 10-15 weeks. Internship hours must be completed during normal operating hours (M-F 8:30-5:00).

Internship Project:
Intern will be responsible for re-cataloging The Hershey Story’s collection related to the Great Plains or Southwest American Indian ethnographic groups. Intern will write detailed object descriptions, record proper measurements and photograph each item. The intern will also be responsible for properly and efficiently housing the collection using acid-free storage materials and recording location information into a central database.
       
Examples of other duties:
·        Assist staff with exhibit maintenance.
·        Assist staff with processing new acquisitions and loans.

Qualifications:
·        Master’s degree candidate in Museum Studies, American Studies, History, Anthropology or similarly related field. Exceptional college Junior or Senior candidates will also be considered.
·        Basic knowledge of standard museum curatorial practice
·        Interest to pursue a career in the museum field
·        Excellent written and oral communication skills and legible handwriting
·        Detail oriented and ability to work independently
·        Ability to lift 25lbs and climb ladders
·        Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel; experience with database software. Experience with PastPerfect Museum Software is a plus.
·        Valid driver’s license and transportation
·        Multitasking and ability to prioritize project needs

Please send cover letter, resume and three references to Valerie Seiber, Collections Manager, The Hershey Story, 63 W. Chocolate Avenue, Hershey, PA 17033; or email to vseiber@hersheystory.org with “Summer Internship” in the subject line. Internships are for the summer 2012 semester and must be completed between May and September, 2012. Internships are unpaid but may be completed for college credit.  Applications must be received by March 16, 2012.

 

 

 

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More Job and Internship Opportunities

Greenfield Digital Project Research Intern and More at Historical Society of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia.

Internships: Nantucket Island Historical Association, MA.

Museum Intern, Octagon Museum, Washington D.C.

Genealogy Research Assistant, Smith & Carson, Atlanta.

Internships at Plimoth Plantation, MA.

Internships at the National Museum of American History, Washington D.C.

Buchanan/Burnham Intern, Newport Historical Society, Rhode Island.

Internships at the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, N

Park Guide, John F. Kennedy National Historical Site, MA.

Intern, Stonington Historical Society, CT.

Collections Management Intern, Town of Windsor, CT.

Internships: Lower East Side Tenement Museum, New York, NY

Preservation Trade Intern, Historic Santa Fe Foundation, New Mexico.

Camp Santanoni Summer Intern, Adirondack Architectural Heritage, NY

Park Ranger, Mount Rushmore National Monument, SD,

Museum Intern, Pleasant Retreat: The Governor William Owsley House Museum, KY

Archivist, Springfield Township Historical Society, Montgomery County, PA.

Museum Educator, Lake County Discovery Museum, IL

Historic Site Assistant/Interpreter, Tallac Historic Site, CA.

Pennsylvania Trades Apprentice, Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, Harrisburg.

SCA River Town Outreach Corps, Student Conservation Association, PA.

Film Archives Intern, Lucas Films, CA.

Administrative Assistant, Salem County Historical Society, Salem, NJ.

Education Assistant, and Interpretive Assistant, Pamplin Historical Park, VA

Collections Management Intern, Chemical Heritage Foundation, Philadelphia.

Internships at the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library, KS.

Internships for the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund, Landover, MD.

Internships at the National Postal Museum, Washington D.C.

Internships at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum, Washington D.C.

Citizen-Archivist Project Intern, National Archives, Washington D.C.

Historic Preservation Intern, Weeksville Heritage Center, Brooklyn, NY

Summer Intern, Rufus Porter Museum, Bridgeton, Maine.

The White House Internship Program, Washington, D.C.

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Cross-cultural in Ethiopia

For any Messiah student considering the adventure and challenge of a life-time connecting with the global church in Ethiopia during May Term 2012, the final deadline is fast approaching. Applications will be accepted up until January 25th (the last day of J-Term). But if you don’t want to miss this opportunity, it would be better to apply sooner rather than later!

In this unique cross-cultural model, students will take the course together with evangelical Christian students at the Meserete Kristos College in Ethiopia. With them we will explore a country with an —
• ancient church and kingdom with some of the world’s most amazing Christian historical sites including rock-hewn churches, stone castles, and island monasteries
• dynamic and rapidly-growing evangelical churches
• unusual geography that includes highlands and lowlands with extinct volcanoes, crater lakes, and hot springs
• vibrant economy undergoing a building boom

If you have any questions, please contact Professor Anne Marie Stoner-Eby. You can also check the Epi Center website for more information about the course at
http://www.messiah.edu/academics/epicenter/cross-cultural-courses/current_cross_cultural_courses.html
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