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Trade and Industrial Policy: A Graduate Papers Workshop

Overview

The Institute for Humane Studies is pleased to invite graduate students to apply for participation in a papers workshop focused on trade and industrial policy. This program offers participants the opportunity to refine their research with feedback from leading faculty advisors and expand their academic networks.

If you are interested in participating, please submit your CV and an abstract or working paper on a topic related to trade and industrial policy, along with a brief description of the areas where you would like to receive feedback. We are looking for research that is in progress and could benefit from expert insight and constructive critique. The IHS will provide participants with travel stipends, accommodations, and a $200 honoraria for their time and efforts

Faculty Advisers

  • Jack Zhang, Assistant Professor of Political Science at the University of Kansas
  • Lei Guang, So Family Executive Director, 21st Century China Center at UC San Diego

Schedule

*All times are listed in Pacific Time

Thursday, June 5, 2025

6:30 PM | Optional Welcome Dinner – Location TBD

Friday, June 6, 2025

9:00 AM | Breakfast and Opening Remarks
9:30 AM | Paper Review Session 1
10:15 AM | Paper Review Session 2
10:00 AM | Break
11:15 AM | Paper Review Session 3
12:00 PM | Lunch
1:15 PM | Paper Review Session 4
2:00 PM | Paper Review Session 5
2:45 PM | Break
3:00 PM | Paper Review Session 6
3:45 PM | Open Discussion and Q&A
5:00 PM | Off-Site Dinner and Reception

Here is the timeline for our application process:

  1. Apply for a position 
  2. An HR team member will review your application submission  
  3. If selected for consideration, you will speak with a recruiter 
  4. If your experience and skills match the role, you will interview with the hiring manager
  5. If you are a potential fit for the position, you will interview with additional staff members
  6. If you are the candidate chosen, we will extend a job offer

 

All candidates will be notified regarding the status of their application within two to three weeks of submission. As new positions often become available, we encourage you to visit our site frequently for additional opportunities that align with your interests and skills.