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Section in the Spotlight December 2012

With winter starting to take its toll on most of Europe this December, we turn our heads to warmer climates as this month's Section in the Spotlight goes to ESN Pavia. As a small section in a small town in Italy, don't be fooled. ESN Pavia shows us all that contrary to popular belief, size doesn't always matter.

Founded in 1992, ESN Pavia has maintained its goals: to make sure that every Pavia's Erasmus spent the best and most complete experience of his or her life. This year has been particularly special for the section with the celebration of its 20th birthday, which coincides alongside the 25th anniversary of the Erasmus programme.

Read the article on our website esn.org.

ESN News

NEW CONTEST BY Responsible Party

Do you want to win a trip to southern France? You have the opportunity to participate in this contest organised by Responsible Party and ESN. You will have to design the new party posters for the campaign and if you win then not only your designs will be used all over Europe but also you will win this fantastic prize! Get all the information at the Responsible Party website. You can participate until the 7th of March.

Opportunities: Workshops, Jobs, Internships

OPEN CALL: Marketing Assistant Internship

Interested in working in a young and international company? QRP International is now looking for a French speaking (mother tongue), Marketing Assistant for an Italy based stage (office in Como). The ideal candidate is a Belgian student living in Italy, that would work to implement the Benelux Market. Send us your CV! Get all the info here.

OPEN CALL: Research Project Internship

ESN offers a Research Project Internship position for students in higher education to work on our future research projects in 2013. The deadline to apply is the 4th of January 2013 and the inter should start in mid January. Find more info here.

Partners

New Yorker Party Collection

Not long till New Year's Eve! Take the chance and use your New Yorker Discount Card to dress for the party of the year with our latest party collection. Fancy skirts, shimmering dresses and accessories and elegant shirts are waiting for you at the New Yorker store. The best thing: With your New Yorker Discount Card you will get 20% off your whole party outfit. Check out our little preview on www.newyorker.eu and Dress Up For Fun - with New Yorker and your New Yorker Discount Card!.

Brussels Airlines Offer!

Brussels Airlines and Erasmus Student Network are pleased to offer a full travel package available at a maximum fare of 199€. This package includes a total of 52 kg luggage, 1 change of date free of charge and 20% discount for your friends and family. This offer is only for all direct return flights to and from Brussels to Europe. More information about the offer here.

50% OFF Custom Photo Calendars

Everyone loves a photo calendar at Christmas – especially a personalised one. It doesn't matter how many you have in your life – on your phone, your email, your facebook page – a printed calendar will always get more attention and use.

So don't miss this latest offer from Vistaprint: 50% OFF all calendars!

Vistaprint Calendars are printed on quality stock in full colour, to ensure the perfect print finish. You can also add text, highlight important dates with fun icons and choose from numerous calendar designs.

Brighten up your kitchen with a photo wall calendar featuring your friends. Or create a desk calendar to provide that welcome distraction when studying! Of course, you could also make a thoughtful Christmas gift for Mum, Dad or Nan.

Whether you decide to give a calendar as a gift or create one for keeps, you'll have fun making them – and you can enjoy them all year.

WIN €1500,- for your section!

Eurail.Com is running a competition where you can win €1500,- to organize a theme party! You still have some time left to participate... Just send in either a picture or a video where you show us the most creative and unique theme for a party. More information about the competition can be found here. We are looking forward to your entries. Good Luck!.

Europe besides ESN

Fraternite 2020 Petition

The Fraternite 2020 petition aims at giving more EU citizens the opportunity to spend time in another member state, give them a better chance to 'broaden their horizons' and develop a European identity. They ask for more funds available for EU exchange programmes, develop more skills among the participants, and track progress in the field of mobility through better monitoring.

To read more about the initiative and sign the petition visit their website.