Administrators of "The American Maritime People," the 2010 National Endowment for the Humanities Summer Institute at Mystic Seaport, are accepting applications through 2 March 2010. 1he program is designed primarily for teachers of America n undergraduate stude nts. Q ualified independent scholars and chose employed by museums, libraries, historical societies, and other organizations may be eligible to compete, provided they can effect ively advance the teaching and research goals of the institute. Led by Munson Institute co-directo rs G lenn S. Gordinier and Eric Roorda, the program will examine 400 years of American maritime history. Gordinier and Roorda will be assisted by eminent maritime scholars, including: Daniel Vickers, Lisa No rling, John Jensen, John Hattendorf, Marcus Rediker, Jeffrey Bolster, and Mary Kay Berkaw. The Insti tute requires a six-week residency (21 June-30 July) at the museum with a stipend ro cover expenses. (All application materials and informat io n are online at www. mysticseaporc. org, click o n "Education Programs & Resources" and scroll down to "college or graduate programs.") ••. The International Yacht Restoration School in Newport, RI, will host its 5th annual Marine Industry Career Day on Saturday, 6 March to give individuals interested in marine careers a valuable chance to learn about career opportunities and green jobs that are emerging in the field. This year's event features a special appearance by wo rld-renown marine technical expert and writer Nigel Calder, who will talk about career opportu nities that are emerging as the marine industry looks for green alternatives. 1he one-day event is free and open to the public. Career Day attendees will be able to meet with regional marine employers, including boat builders, boat yards, and marine manufacturers; learn about the ski lls needed to work in the boating business a nd relevant training programs; and attend infor mative seminars on finding employment opportunities in the marine trades a nd funding for training programs. (IYRS, 449 Thames St., Newport, Rl 02840; Ph. 40 1 848-5777; www.iyrs.o rg) ... The Society of Professional Sailing Ship Masters (SPSSM or "spasm!") is holding its first meeting in 24 years on 11 March 2010 at Mystic Seaport. Outgoing acting president, Captain Daniel D . Mo reland, iscallingon those holding a 100-ton or greater master's license
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