Are you graduating soon? Do you know Spanish? Do you want to live in Spain for a year?

The Ministry of Education and Science of Spain (MEC), through an agreement with the Education Authorities in the Autonomous Regions, has opened the recruitment period for the North American Language and Culture Assistants in Spain for School Year 2007-2008. The deadline has been extended to May 11, so check out the rules and requirements for applying.

Sparsh is an annual, cultural event organized by the Student Council of India at the University of Maryland. This day-long event offers a number of cultural events, various fun-filled games, karaoke, a dance floor, and delicious Indian food! Sparsh is happening THIS Sunday, April 8, in the Colony Ballroom at the Union.

The next showing in the International Film Series is The Cuckoo (Kukushka in Russian) at 7pm on Tuesday, April 10, at Hoff Theater in the Union. The film takes place in September 1944 during the Second World War in Lapland, north of the Arctic Circle. Anni, a young Saami war widow, stumbles upon two soldiers – a Finnish sniper and a Russian officer. The three find themselves stranded together at the edge of the world without a common language. Languages include Russian, Finnish, Saami, and German; subtitled in English. Professor Elizabeth Papazian of the School of Languages, Literature, and Culture will be hosting. The Cuckoo is FREE and open to all!

A new photography exhibit has just opened in the Art-Sociology building called Persian Visions: Contemporary Photography from Iran. It is the first major exhibition of contemporary Iranian photography in the U.S., and includes more than sixty works of photography and video installations by twenty of Iran’s most celebrated photographers. The exhibition is on view now through April 29.

Find the road less travelled through the DELAY THE REAL WORLD Fellowship: a $3,500 award to avoid the cubicle!

This contest is open to any twentysomething who proposes a gutsy and worthwhile adventure anywhere in the world. The winner will be selected on the basis of the quality and originality of his or her proposal. 2006 winner Daniela Papi used her prize to live in Cambodia and work with PEPY Ride, which supports educational projects in developing countries and disaster relief areas.

Contest sponsored by Running Press, to celebrate the spirit of Delaying the Real World: A Twentysomething’s Guide to Seeking Adventure by Colleen Kinder.

The next Traveling Terps meeting will take place on Tuesday, April 3rd, at 5pm in the Benjamin Banneker A Room in Stamp Student Union.

Save the date!  On Sunday, April 15th, Traveling Terps will be holding a potluck dinner open to anyone!  We’ll be enjoying different cultures’ food while watching an internationally-themed movie and listening to some fun music.  More details will follow on this site and on the listserv, but pencil in the date!

At our last general meeting, Serap Rada spoke to us about Global Communities, an experiential living and learning arrangement on campus in Dorchester Hall. The students in Global Communities put on an annual event called Cultural Explosion and it’s taking place THIS Sunday, April 1, from 6-9pm.

The first part takes place in the Colony Ballroom (Stamp Student Union) starting at 6pm. This part will feature performances representing many different cultures – this year’s event includes performances by Gymkana, the Generics, Capoeira martial arts, and much more! The second part will be a reception in the Dorchester Lobby open to everyone.  Traveling Terps will be taking in the international vibes, so come check it out, it’s open to everyone!

Maryland Day will be held on April 28, 2007, from 10-4pm, rain or shine! Traveling Terps has been asked to contribute to this year’s internationally- themed program and we’ll be located at the Global Village at Hornbake Plaza with other groups who will be cooking international foods and celebrating different cultures through dance.

Traveling Terps will have some games for everyone — children, students, and parents. We’re especially looking forward to our photo contest featuring pictures from around the world! Anyone is welcome to submit photos to three categories and the top three of each category will be judged by visitors to Maryland Day. Last spring’s photo contest was a huge success and we’re looking for even more participation! More details will follow soon.

Traveling Terps has kicked off the Spring 2007 semester! We have a lot of exciting opportunities coming up. Maryland Day will be held on April 28, 2007. This year’s theme is international, so Traveling Terps have been asked to contribute some activities, including a photo contest and games.

We’re also starting our International Buddy System this year, hooking up American students with students from other countries who are studying in College Park. We’ll be holding an event soon as a kick-off and introduction for all the buddies! If you’re interested in this experience, contact us at travelingterps [at] gmail.com.