The first shock dates back a long time. Valentine Cuny-Le Callet was not 11 when she came across a photo stolen by an American journalist in 1928 in a book: the first of a capital execution by electric chair. The image will never leave her. Almost fifteen years later, at 25, she is partly behind a remarkable graphic novel, “Perpendicular to the Sun”, her first, crowned this Thursday by the Fnac-France Inter prize of the best comic book album of the year, of which the Parisian is a partner.
What to Know
- New York State has opened the application period for the 2023 class of Empire State Fellows, a prestigious program that attracts exceptional and diverse talent from across the state and across the country to fill senior government positions.
- Since the program’s inception 11 years ago, graduates of the program Empire State Fellows They have held high-level positions, including deputy commissioner, deputy secretary, and chief of staff positions at all state agencies.
- Applications opened on Sunday, January 1, 2023, and will be accepted through Monday, April 3, 2023. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
NEW YORK — New York State has opened the application period for the 2023 class of Empire State Fellows, a prestigious program that attracts exceptional and diverse talent from across the state and across the country to fill senior positions in the administration, Governor Kathy Hochul announced Thursday.
Since the program’s inception 11 years ago, graduates of the program Empire State Fellows They have held high-level positions, including deputy commissioner, deputy secretary, and chief of staff positions at all state agencies.
“For 11 years, some of the best and brightest New Yorkers looking to make a difference in their communities through a career in public service have participated in the Program Empire State Fellows“, Governor Hochul said. “Now, we look forward to welcoming the next class of diverse and successful fellows to what has been a transformative experience in state government for many. I encourage anyone who dreams of making a positive change in the lives of New Yorkers to apply and join the ranks of our future leaders.”
Empire State Fellows is a full-time leadership training program that prepares the next generation of talented professionals for careers as New York State legislators. The incoming class of Empire State Fellows He will serve from September 2023 to September 2025 and receive an annual salary of $85,000, plus a generous benefits package. At the end of the fellowship, a performance review process will identify the Empire State Fellows that they will have the opportunity to continue to serve as leaders in the New York State Government following completing the program.
Participation in the work of the New York State Government is at the heart of the program Empire State Fellows. The Office of the Governor will designate each Empire State Fellow to work directly with a Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner, or other high-level policy makers in a New York State agency or authority, or in the Executive Chamber. Work assignments offer fellows an unparalleled experience collaborating with senior officials and participating in the policy-making process.
While taking part in the work of the State Government, the Empire Fellows They will participate in educational and professional development programs that will help them serve as effective and ethical government leaders. The educational component of the program begins with an orientation course in September 2023. The educational courses will continue every two months. Meanwhile, professional development activities, including a mentorship program and regular meetings with cabinet members and other government leaders, will enhance Empire Fellows’ collaboration with lawmakers.
How can I participate in the program?
The program Empire State Fellows it is designed to attract talented professionals from outside of state government with demonstrated leadership potential who want to refocus their careers on public service. Candidates will be selected on the basis of their academic and professional experience, demonstrated leadership potential, and commitment to public service.
Applicants must use the formor online application to apply here. A complete application will include:
- Professional resume or CV
- Personal statement explaining your interest in the Programa Empire State Fellows and why it should be selected (no more than two pages)
- Two letters of recommendation that speak directly to your leadership abilities and career readiness for the program (a link to share with your recommenders will be provided to you once you submit your online application. Letters of recommendation must be submitted by April 11 or within one week of submitting your online application).
Resume and personal statement must be uploaded to the online application prior to submission.
What is the deadline to fill out the application
Applications opened on Sunday, January 1, 2023, and will be accepted through Monday, April 3, 2023. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
What are the requirements to be part of the program?
Professionalism:
- Creativity and strong leadership potential.
- Excellent analytical and evaluative skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills, efficiency and flexibility.
- Ability to set priorities, plan, coordinate and monitor work.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.
- Ability to identify problems, recognize best practices, formulate options and make recommendations.
Experience
- A minimum of five (5) years of full-time professional experience.
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
- Management experience is a plus.
- Applicants can come from all professional backgrounds.
Education
- An advanced university degree (master’s, J.D., Ph.D. or equivalent) is desirable, but a candidate with only a bachelor’s degree may be considered if they have substantial professional experience.
- Applicants can come from all academic disciplines.
Additional requirements
- Candidates must meet the requirements to work in New York State without employer sponsorship.
- Candidates must be available to work in Albany, New York for the entire two-year program.
- Current New York State legislative and executive branch employees are not eligible for the Program Empire State Fellows.
Who will review the applications and select the Empire State Fellows?
All applications will be reviewed by the New York State Public Service and Recruitment Center. A panel of judges will interview the most promising applicants and finalists will have a second interview with selected senior members of the Governor’s administration.
How does the Empire State Fellows educational program work?
The educational component of the program Empire State Fellows begins with a week-long session introducing the Fellows to the New York State Government. Some topics to cover may include:
- Legal and constitutional context of the government of the state of New York.
- State agency operations and intergovernmental relations
- Budget policy and budget process
- State-local relationship
- Communications and Press
- ethic
After completing the week-long seminar, fellows will begin full-time work. Throughout the first year of the Empire State Scholars program, scholars will attend biweekly seminars on weekday evenings. Between class sessions, fellows will spend one to two hours per week on academic readings and exercises. Biweekly classes cover topics relevant to the State’s policy and operations process.
After reviewing applicants’ skills and agency needs, the panel of judges will recommend that each fellow be appointed to work closely with a particular legislator within the New York State executive branch. Final placement decisions will be determined by senior staff in the Governor’s Office. If the applicant accepts the recommended placement, the Governor will appoint the applicant as a member of the Empire State in that position.
Do Empire Fellows receive compensation and benefits during the fellowship?
Yes. The Empire State Fellows are full-time, non-competitive employees of New York State. Fellows will receive an annual salary of $85,000, plus a generous benefits package.
Where can I find more information?
Visit www.ny.gov/new-york-state-fellowship-programs/empire-state-fellows-program for more information regarding the program and instructions on how to apply.
If you have additional questions you can email [email protected].
A study update.
The car industry, Stellantis, has entered the field of air vehicle production, announcing during the Las Vegas Electronics Show that it will produce an electric aircraft designed by the American company, Archer, to be used as an “air taxi”.
Stellantis, known for its brands Peugeot, Citroen and Jeep, will pay Archer regarding $150 million for its vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicle, which is designed to carry four passengers in addition to the pilot.
The vehicle, which was called “Midnight”, looks like a small plane equipped with a number of rotors on its wings and aims to carry out successive flights of regarding 30 kilometers each, provided that its batteries are charged for ten minutes between one flight and the next.
It is expected that Stellantis will start manufacturing the vehicle at the end of 2024 at the Archer plant in Covington, Georgia, in the eastern United States.
The founder and co-director of Archer said during a press conference that the American company is supposed to start manufacturing 650 vehicles annually, before expanding its production to 2,300 copies annually.
The company has already received an order for 200 “Midnight” vehicles from the American airline “United Airlines” in 2021.
It is expected that these “taxi planes” will initially carry out flights between New York and Newark Airport, and then to other cities such as Los Angeles, Miami and San Francisco. (AFP)
2023-01-05
DIEZ He always accompanies all the Catracho legionnaires and was one of the few sports media that was at Denil Maldonado’s departure for the United States to join his new club, Los Angeles FC, in the preseason.
The now former Motagua said he was very happy with the opportunity to go to the MLS, and he also talked regarding his new teammates and what he will seek to learn from them to gain more experience.
The day LAFC made the signing of Honduran Denil Maldonado official
Denil also said that he had offers from other countries such as Russia, the 24-year-old Honduran revealed why he refused to go to the European country, despite the fact that it is one of the major leagues on that continent.
Maldonado did not forget regarding Motagua and sent a message to the blue fans. The defender does not rule out returning in the future, since in the eagles he has his house.
THE COMPLETE INTERVIEW WITH DENIL MALDONADO
Start a new experience, how do you deal with it?
“New challenge, thank God I have been given the chance to be in a good team like LAFC; We are going with the task of fighting for ownership and having a great tournament”.
Are you nervous regarding this new adventure?
“Normally, when you change teams you’re going to meet new teammates, so we have to adapt, but we’re calm regarding that aspect.”
Have you slept well the last few days following your signing?
“Yeah, ha.ha.ha, I’ve taken it easy. Now is the time to go and do my best to win ownership in the team”.
How are you physically for this new challenge?
“I spent some time training with Motagua to be in rhythm. Now I am going to start the pre-season with LAFC and I hope to get in shape to be in the best possible way in terms of fitness”.
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Have you already had the opportunity to speak with Steve Cherundolo, LAFC coach?
“No, not yet, but surely when I arrive I hope to talk to him, so far I have only spoken to managers, obviously because of my arrival, but in the next few days I will talk to the professor.”
Did you have other offers and why did you decide to go to MLS?
“Yes, there were several offers, there was the one from Russia, Colombia, but I sat down with my parents and my wife to analyze the situation and we made the best decision, which was that of Los Angeles FC, since Russia is not having a good time with the issue of FIFA as with the war, so we prefer to take the MLS offer and be competing to be in the national team, which is the most important thing”.
How would you describe the United States League?
“This league has been growing, I have had the opportunity to be in Mexico and I had many teammates who wanted to go to the MLS and I have been given the opportunity. I don’t see it as a minor tournament, I feel that it is much superior to the Mexican one”.
It is your third experience outside of Honduras. What should you do to consolidate abroad?
“I have analyzed my trips to Mexico and Chile, now I have a greater degree of maturity in my football and I think that this will help me to establish myself in the MLS.”
Now you will play alongside great figures, how do you see that?
“The truth is that yes, they are well-known players and for me it’s a nice experience and I hope to give my best, since these moments don’t happen every day.”
Did you ever imagine playing with Bale, Chiellini, Vela…?
“No, but football gives you this experience of having great players and the truth is that you work for it.”
Chiellini is in his position. Did you see him play when he was little?
Yes, experienced player. Since he was at Juventus he is a figure and now I have to share with him, personally it will be a beautiful moment in football and personally. I will try to get the best of them for myself and continue to acquire the maturity that one is looking for”.
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Does this opportunity come at a good time?
“The truth is, I’ve been working hard for a year thanks to God and my teammates (from Motagua) because we always make an effort in every game and that helped me to be here today.”
Do you also have the ambition of being in the Honduran national team on your horizon?
“Yes, with the national team we did not have our best year, but we have been getting up with the friendlies and we have shown that we can resume the good level. We hope that 2023 will be better and that we will continue to grow in the national team and be able to hold the name of Honduras up high”.
Because you were close to the national team, didn’t you take Russia’s offer?
“The fear above all was because the Russian league was disaffiliated with FIFA and they might put me inconvenienced, I didn’t want to leave the position of the national team and that’s why we decided to stay in MLS. It favors us not to be far away to be close to the team”.
And for the people of Motagua, what words do you have?
“To thank everyone for always being there despite the good and bad times. The truth is that the fans are very demanding, but at the same time very understanding”.
Returning to Motagua will never be ruled out…
“No, the house will always be the house. It is the team that saw me grow and I am always grateful to them”.
Do you leave with the thorn of not winning the last final?
“Yes, it remains a thorn, but we had a very good year, a championship and a runner-up that obviously is hard not to have won, but they are football things.”
Before leaving you got married, how did you experience your wedding?
“The truth is that I was there since last year, but we decided to be calm, that the new year was coming and we got married before traveling. It was something very nice with my wife. An important step in my life.”
And the honeymoon for when?
“Ha ha ha, for later, the truth is that my wife is very understanding of that and we hope to have a good time when she plays.”
