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Security Clearance: Myth & Fact

In this episode, our host, Program Officer Shabnam Ahmed, will connect with NSEP and will unpack some frequently asked questions about Security Clearances.

Importance of Language & Culture in the Military

In this episode, our host, Program Officer Shabnam Ahmed, will discuss experiences joining and being successful in the Military with Mr. Larry Rentz. Larry is a 28-year Military Police Army Officer and Former Department Chair and Professor of Military Science and Leadership (Army ROTC) at the University of Maryland.

Boren Mentorship Program

Have you recently returned from your NSEP funded study and are in search of a mentor for support? Are you an Alumnus who wants to support recent awardees in their professional growth? Look no further!

All About the SAR

Returned from your experience abroad? Need to fill out your Service Agreement Report? Don't know where to start? Look no further! In this episode the NSEP Service Team will go over everything you need to know about the SAR.

Staying Sane in Insane Times

In this episode, our host, Program Officer Shabnam Ahmed, will connect with Dr. Cerise Vablais, a clinical psychologist.

Hiring Borens: A Conversation with Aleia Maculam

In this episode, our host, Program Officer Shabnam Ahmed, will speak with Aleia Maculam, a Program Officer at the National Security Education Program (NSEP). We discuss federal employment, the Boren hiring authorities, and managing the NSEP exclusive job board.

Welcome — Boren Around the World

Welcome to the Boren Around the World podcast! We are so excited to launch the series for listeners like you. This podcast is designed to be a platform for Boren award recipients, language lovers and public service enthusiastic of all kinds. 

Elevating Criticism in Ukraine

A service member discusses different methods of communicating between forces.

Military Structure in Ukraine

A service member discusses differences in authority among the ranks in Ukraine.