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Hi,

My name is Sophie R., and I am 12 years old. I am very interested in becoming a Foreign Service Officer. I was wondering if you have any suggestions for any ways I can prepare for a career in diplomacy.

Thank you,
Sophie R.]]> http://blogs.state.gov/index.php/entires/diplomats_in_residence/ Sun Sep 20, 2009
Hello,

I am very interested in a career in or closely associated with the Diplomatic Corps or other aspect of service in the U.S. State Department. I recently retired from the U.S. Army after 20 years of service, and using my GI Bill to finish my BA in Political Science at Augusta State University. Any assistance you may provide to assist in exploring the available options to this end is appreciated.

Thanks,

Hugh]]> http://blogs.state.gov/index.php/entires/diplomats_in_residence/ Thu Sep 17, 2009 Diplomats in Residence Coordinator Deborah Graze writes:

@ Brad in Montana: Congratulations on registering to take the FSO Test! You are correct, we do not have a Diplomat in Residence based in Montana. I encourage you to look at the "Events" section of our careers.state.gov website, and find the FSOT preparatory information session nearest you. If there isn't a feasible location listed, I suggest you check out our careers.state.gov section on "Becoming a Foreign Service Officer" and then contact the nearest Diplomat in Residence to seek advice about how best to prepare for the test.]]> http://blogs.state.gov/index.php/entires/diplomats_in_residence/ Wed Sep 16, 2009
I was looking at your list for diplomats in residence list for 2009, but I wasn't able to find one for the state of Montana. I am registered to take the FSOT on October 6 in Billings, MT, and I would like to have a chance to talk with a diplomat in residence before then. I passed the FSOT last year, but failed to make it past the QEP, and I think with a little more preparation I can make it past that hurdle this year. Thank you for your time and consideration.]]> http://blogs.state.gov/index.php/entires/diplomats_in_residence/ Fri Sep 11, 2009 Diplomats in Residence Coordinator Deborah Graze writes:

@ Jeff in Massachusetts -- The Diplomat in Residence nearest to you is Ms. Sunny Halliburton, whose office is located on the campus of Tufts University in Medford, MA. You will find her contact information at careers.state.gov in the "resources" section. Diplomats in Residence around the country are eager to share their experiences and insights about the Foreign Service and other opportunities with the State Department. You may also want to join our "Careers in Foreign Affairs" group on Facebook.]]> http://blogs.state.gov/index.php/entires/diplomats_in_residence/ Thu Sep 10, 2009
I would very much appreciate the time and consideration of a local fellow.

Thank you.]]> http://blogs.state.gov/index.php/entires/diplomats_in_residence/ Wed Sep 09, 2009