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In Summer 2010,Williams College will open the Summer Institute in American Foreign Policy, during which 15 Williams College Students will have the opportunity to participate in a rigorous 4-week program devoted to the study of American foreign policy and grand strategy. The goals of the Institute include:
1. Providing students with an intellectual foundation in American foreign policy and grand strategy, as well as a practical understanding of the unique challenges faced by policymakers.
2. Providing students an opportunity to master a subject of great importance and interact with fellow students and several members of the faculty in an intense and intimate academic setting.
3. Developing a set of intellectual and practical skills that will serve students beyond Williams College.4. Identifying opportunities to apply these skills through internships in Washington, DC, research positions at think tanks or other non-governmental organizations or fellowships for graduate studies.
Faculty
James McAllister, Professor of Political Science and Chair of Leadership Studies; Michael MacDonald, Frederick L. Schuman Professor of International Relations; Paul MacDonald, Assistant Professor of Political Science.
All student expenses will be covered by this program including room, board, course materials, and special events. Students will also receive a $1000.00 stipend.
This program is open to rising Sophomores and Juniors and will run June 13-July 10. Click here for the summer 2010 application. Rolling admissions begin January 4. Applications will be accepted through May 1.