Fellowships/Scholarships

Additional Fulbright Opportunity for this year!

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Fulbright has added 76 additional Brazil ETA placements for this year. A special open application period will be held from May 2 to July 14, 2017.  The deadline is Friday, July 14 at 5:00 pm Eastern Time.

To be eligible, applicants must be a U.S. citizen and hold a bachelor’s degree by July 14, 2017.  Additional requirements/preferences for this program include:

  • Must available for the full grant term: mid-February to November, 2018.
  • Cannot be residing in Brazil for more than three months in the 12 months prior to the grant start. Exception can be made for language immersion program enrollment.
  • Proficiency in a Romance language at the intermediate level (equivalent to 2-years college level study) is required at the time of application.
  • Experience working in an educational environment, specifically with classroom teaching or leadership is strongly preferred.

For more details, please refer to the Brazil Country Description: http://us.fulbrightonline.org/countries/selectedprogram/339

If you are interested, please contact Kate Smith, the Fulbright Program Advisor at Wesleyan University at fellowships@wesleyan.edu.

Fulbright and Other Post-Grad International Fellowship Opportunities — Workshops on April 25 and April 26

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FULBRIGHT INFORMATION SESSION | Tuesday April 25 @ 12PM

Attend a Fulbright Information Session on Tuesday April 25 @ 12PM in Usdan 110 (feel free to pick up lunch beforehand – the presentation will start just after 12PM!).

FELLOWSHIP WRITING WORKSHOP | Tuesday April 25 OR Wednesday April 26

Thinking about applying to Fulbright? Maybe the Marshall, Mitchell or Rhodes Scholarship? And not sure where to start? Attend an upcoming Writing Workshop with Kate! Food will be provided, but registration is required. Register here: https://goo.gl/forms/v3mLOYgDd6WARl7P2

For more updates, deadlines & opportunities, please follow Fellowships @ Wes on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wesfellowships/

Writing Prep and Best Practices for Fellowships for Post-Wes

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Fulbright Information Session —  Tuesday April 25th @ 12PM | Usdan 110
 All students are invited to attend an information session to learn about Fulbright grants – the many options, best practices in preparing your application and a timeline. Great opportunity for juniors and graduating seniors to learn about Fulbright and consider planning an application for the upcoming October 2017!

For more on the on campus application process: http://www.wesleyan.edu/cgs/fellowship/fulbright.html

Fellowship Writing Workshop (1) — Tuesday April 25th @ 6-7PM | Center for Global Studies (Fisk Hall)

Please join Kate, Associate Director of Fellowships, Internships & Exchanges to start your fellowship or scholarship application for fall. Understand the application process and what application materials are required. Bring a laptop for notes and to start working on your personal statement.

The workshop will be an hour and food will be provided. Students must register for this event online: https://goo.gl/forms/fm2B8bxKHElobuuu2 (you will need to be logged onto WesPortal to access this form!). Please note that there is a limited number of spaces. Registration operate on a rolling basis and capped at 20 participants.

Fellowship Writing Workshop (2) — Wednesday April 26th @ 12-1PM | Center for Global Studies (Fisk Hall)

Please join Kate, Associate Director of Fellowships, Internships & Exchanges to start your fellowship or scholarship application for fall. Understand the application process and what application materials are required. Bring a laptop for notes and to start working on your personal statement.

The workshop will be an hour and food will be provided. Students must register for this event online: https://goo.gl/forms/fm2B8bxKHElobuuu2 (you will need to be logged onto WesPortal to access this form!). Please note that there is a limited number of spaces. Registration operate on a rolling basis and capped at 10 participants.

—If you are unable to attend any sessions, and have questions, please visit: http://www.wesleyan.edu/cgs/fellowship/nomination.html for more information on fellowships or to set-up an individual appointment. 

 

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International Fellowship Opportunities–Info Session Schedule

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Check these workshops out: 

Have you heard of grants, fellowships and scholarships like the Fulbright? Or Marshall and Rhodes? Want to move to New Zealand after graduation? Join Kate Smith, Associate Director of Fellowships, Internships and Exchanges to learn more about graduate school and international opportunities for after graduation by attending one of the following upcoming events: 

Fulbright Information Session |Thursday February 2nd @ 12PM OR Friday February 17th @ 12PM
USDAN 110 – PLEASE BRING YOUR LUNCH!

All students are invited to attend an information session to learn about Fulbright grants – the many options, best practices in preparing your application and a timeline.

Exploring International Opportunities? | Thursday February 9th @ 12PM
 USDAN 110 – PLEASE BRING YOUR LUNCH!

Interested in going abroad after graduation or for an internship? Join Kate to Explore International Opportunities!

Graduate School Abroad | Monday February 13th @ 12PM
 USDAN 110 – PLEASE BRING YOUR LUNCH!

Interested in going to graduate school abroad? Join Kate Smith, Associate Director of Fellowships, Internships and Exchanges to learn about funded opportunities for graduate study through scholarships and fellowships, such as: Marshall Scholarship, Mitchell Scholarship, Rhodes Scholarship, Churchill Scholarship, Gates Cambridge Scholarship, Fulbright Grants and more! Learn best practices for graduate school admissions abroad and resources to identify the best programs for your academic interests. Attend the information session to learn tips, best practices and how to prepare your application.

For more on fellowships, to set-up an individual appointment or check fellowship deadlines, please visit: http://www.wesleyan.edu/cgs/fellowship/nomination.html

 

Shu Tokita Prize for Students of Color Studying Literature — App deadline April 12

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The Shu Tokita Prize, established by friends and relatives of Shu Tokita, ’84, will be awarded to one or two students of color majoring in literature, in area studies, or a language major with a focus on literature, who demonstrate need for substantial financial assistance. If you have any questions about whether or not you are eligible, please contact us. Recipients will be selected on the basis of commitment to the study of literature as evidenced in the content and quality of their essays, and financial need. Awarded to one or two sophomores and/or juniors for the remainder of their time at Wesleyan, the Prize is usually $1,500 per year. The recipient(s) of the Shu Tokita Prize will receive the annual award at the start of the following fall semester, that is, for their junior and/or senior year(s).

For an application and more information about the prize, please contact Alice Hadler of the Shu Tokita Memorial Prize Committee at ahadler@wesleyan.edu. Application deadline is April 12, 2016.

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Davenport Study Grant for Summer Research — App due March 4

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Apply for a Davenport Study Grant!

Limited funds are available to support student research and other student scholarly projects in public affairs to begin this summer.

In past years, Davenport Scholarships have been awarded to sophomores and juniors who have “demonstrated intellectual and moral excellence and a concern for public affairs” and “who by their personal qualities and vocational and scholarly intentions give greatest promise of leadership in the public service.”

See the Davenport Study Grants for more information about the application process and evaluation criteria for this funding for summer research funding.  Senior thesis projects will receive priority.

All materials including faculty recommendations must be submitted electronically to davenport@wesleyan.edu by noon on Friday, March 4, 2016.

Source:  http://www.wesleyan.edu/pac/davenport/apply.html