Scholarships/Fellowships

Teaching Fellowship: App Deadline Approaching

You may have students or colleagues who are perfect for the Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowship.
Our final application deadline is Friday, March 14!
Please help us promote the program by sharing this exciting opportunity with students, recent grads,
career changers, and others you consider qualified.
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“I teach science because I want my students not only to gaze at the stars, but to reach for them.” ~Kate Schlarman, WWTF ’12
“I teach math because it is a beautiful story written in a strange language.” ~Theodore (Tio) Savich, WWTF ’10

Put your math, science or technology knowledge to work for the kids who need you most.
Become a Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellow.
Now more than ever, high-need urban and rural secondary schools need dedicated and powerful teachers
in the STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) fields. The Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowship
recruits high achieving candidates who have the drive to become teachers—including graduating college seniors,
recent graduates, armed forces veterans, and mid-career and second-career professionals. Fellows begin with an
intensive master’s degree program interwoven with a full year in the classroom, then commit to teaching for
at least three years in a high-need urban or rural school district.

Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellows Receive

Admission to a master’s degree program at a participating college/university in
*Indiana *Michigan *New Jersey *Ohio
Preparation for teaching certification

Support and mentoring throughout the four-year program
$30,000 stipend in the first year; salary during the three-year teaching commitment
Lifelong membership in a national network of intellectual leaders as a Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellow

Applications are being accepted until March 14, 2014. To learn more, visitWoodrow.org/teach

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James Scholars: Come to England in August!

Calling all James Scholars (Freshmen/Sophomores/Juniors)

You’re invited to spend 2 weeks in England this coming August!

INFO SESSION: this Thursday February 27^th

323 Mumford Hall

5:30pm

SUMMER STUDY TOUR for JAMES SCHOLARS // 3 CREDIT HOURS

ACES 298: Marketing and Cultural Economy of Food as Heritage *all majors welcome

Location: Shropshire, England

Dates: August 7, 2014-August 17, 2014

Application Deadline: March 17, 2014

Program Summary: This program explores an entire region – the most rural, beautiful, and sparsely populated of England. We will study market towns, farms, breweries, pubs, tea rooms, restaurants and food stores, as well as Ironbridge Gorge (home of the Industrial Revolution which, among other achievements, gave us cast iron cookware that revolutionized the kitchen) and the nearby multicultural metropolis of Birmingham where the Cadbury family established its chocolate empire. Includes pre and post-departure coursework on campus.

Apply: https://app.studyabroad.illinois.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgram&Program_ID=11046

(APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED TO MARCH!)

Cost: $2700 (includes program fee, airfare, housing, & most meals and entrance to museums and other sites)

Scholarships: http://academics.aces.illinois.edu/study-abroad/scholarship

For more information, contact:

Jessa Barnard

Department of Agricultural and Consumer Economics (ACE)

304C Mumford Hall

Jbecker2@illinois.edu

Scholarships DEADLINE EXTENDED for study in Israel or India

SCHOLARSHIPS FOR STUDY IN ISRAEL OR INDIA AVAILABLE

Funding is available through the Arie & Ida Crown Study Abroad in Israel Scholarship and the Charles Wert India-Illinois Scholarship for undergraduates participating in a university approved, credit-bearing study abroad program. Extended Deadline: March 7, 2014 at 11:59PM. Contact apurnell@illinois.edu to apply.

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French Field Study and Internship Programs

IFE – French Field Study and Internship Programs Info Sessions

DateMar 4, 2014

Time1:30 pm – 3:55 pm

LocationRm. 232, International Studies Building

SponsorStudy Abroad Office

Come and learn about this amazing opportunity from Tim Carlson, IFE Co-Director, who will be conducting information sessions to discuss this program.

Reserve a space at one of the sessions by emailing Kristen Stout, Advisor for SAO-administered programming in mainland Europe, at kmstrom2@illinois.edu.

Session #1: 1:30-1:55

Session #2: 2:00-2:25

Session #3: 2:30-2:55

Session #4: 3:00-3:25

Session #5: 3:30-3:55

IFE, a French not-for-profit educational organization, offers Field Study and Internship programs in Paris, Strasbourg, and Brussels. The Field Study and Internship program makes use of the professional workplace as the ideal cross-roads for encountering France, Belgium, and Europe today, as well as an opportunity to carry out a field research project related to the student-intern’s academic or career goals. The program includes intensive classroom preparation, a three-month, full-time internship chosen to match each student’s objectives, a guided independent study on a topic closely tied to the intern’s mission, and a structured framework of accompaniment throughout the semester. IFE works with students from all major fields and career tracks.

For more information, visit the program brochure page at the Study Abroad Office website at the link below:

https://app.studyabroad.illinois.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgram&Program_ID=10127

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ILC Graf internship

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Hello,

Apply to be a John Graf Intern at the Illinois Leadership® Center! This is a paid year-long internship for the 2014-2015 school year – there are 4 positions available!

What is the John Graf Internship and what do interns do?

· Coordinate and implement leadership development programs (I-programs)

· A personal and professional development opportunity to develop communication, networking, program management, and leadership skills

· Conduct Leadership workshops for students and staff around campus

· Recruit Graf Interns for the next school year

Requirements for candidates applying for the internship are:

· High academic achievement (a minimum GPA of 2.8/4.0)

· Junior or Senior standing during the term of the internship

· Available to work 15 hours per week

If you are interested in learning more about our office and the John Graf Internship, please join us at one of our following informational sessions:

· January 28th, 7-8pm at La Casa Cultural Latina

· January 29th, 7:45-8:45pm at the Bruce D. Nesbitt African American Cultural Center

· February 4th, 6-7pm at the Illinois Leadership Center

Find more information about the Graf Internship on our website at http://www.illinoisleadership.uiuc.edu/about/employment.asp.

Also be sure to check out our Graf Internship Recruitment Facebook page for event updates and more: https://www.facebook.com/events/200323260150796/.

Applications are available online now at our website Illinoisleadership.illinois.edu and are due by February 19th!

Please email this account with any questions, or stop in our office in 290 Illini Union to talk to one of us live!

We hope to see you soon!

The Illinois Leadership® Center Graf Interns

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World Quantitative and Science Scholarship Program

The WorldQuant Foundation was established to make a positive impact in the world through targeted donations to qualified organizations and students worldwide. Every donation is made with the aim of producing a long-lasting and beneficial change in the recipient and his or her society.

The WorldQuant Foundation will offer a World Quantitative and Science Scholarship Program to benefit outstanding students who are highly motivated, committed to pursuing higher education in the fields of science and quantitative studies and have a demonstrated financial need.

To apply for a scholarship, applicants must submit their academic performance and resume. Teachers’ recommendations are optional. Applicants may optionally compose and submit an essay outlining the following:

*Applicant’s need for this scholarship
*Applicant’s vision for the future and how he or she will figure in it
*Applicant’s motivation for study and success
*Applicant’s ethical and moral beliefs, as evidenced through their real-life experience

Please see http://worldquant.org/#apply/ to apply for a WorldQuant scholarship.

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Chancellor’s Public Engagement Student Fellows Program

Chancellor’s Public Engagement Student Fellows Program

This program provides small grants for Illinois students and student organizations to partner with an outside entity, such as a school, government, or nonprofit agency, to address a critical societal issue or provide a service while utilizing their education and professional skills. Applications are due March 14, 2014 and require a signature from a faculty sponsor and community partner. The request for proposals is available here: http://go.illinois.edu/StudentFellows. Please contact Tracy Parish (tparish@illinois.edu) for additional information.

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Summer Study Abroad Adventure

It’s not too late! Take some time to explore this wonderful opportunity!

NEW ZEALAND Study Abroad Opportunity
Have you ever thought about studying abroad? Concerned about cost, credits, etc.? Well this is the perfect opportunity for you!! This class is a short term experiential recreation/tourism course. This course is taught and led by University of Illinois RST faculty!!! You would register this spring and travel May 21-June 13^th – 6 Credit Hours!!
For more information on this exciting opportunity: Visit www.illinoisabroad.org.

Deadline to apply is set for February 1^st.

To apply: http://www.auip.com/illinois/programs/apply.php
Financial Aid and Scholarships available for this program: http://www.auip.com/illinois/students/faqs.php#aid

This is a fantastic opportunity!! Check it out!! For More information contact Karen at 217.333.4410.

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Spring 2014 Study Abroad Scholarship Resources and Deadlines

Please share the information below regarding upcoming study abroad scholarship workshop dates and deadlines with your students. I’ve also attached an updated study abroad scholarship opportunities sheet.

Study Abroad Scholarships Workshop Learn how to find scholarships for undergraduate study abroad and get tips for writing your application. Same content at both sessions.	January 28 & January 29 5:30PM Lincoln Hall Room 1066
Illinois for Illinois (I4I) Scholarship All undergraduate students are eligible to apply. Learn more and apply online at http://studyabroad.illinois.edu/cost/scholarships.aspx.	Deadline: February 10 for Summer, Fall 2014 & Academic Year 2014-15 programs
International Programs & Studies (IPS) Scholarships Eligibility and award details vary. Learn more and apply online at http://studyabroad.illinois.edu/cost/scholarships.aspx.	Deadline: February 10 for Summer, Fall 2014 & Academic Year 2014-15 programs
Enabled Abroad Scholarship Study abroad scholarships for undergraduate students with disabilities. Learn more and apply online at http://app.studyabroad.illinois.edu/?go=Enabled.	Deadline: March 3 for Summer, Fall 2014 & Academic Year 2014-15 programs
Nelle M. Signor Graduate Scholarship in International Relations Scholarships for doctoral students conducting dissertation research abroad. Learn more and apply online at http://app.studyabroad.illinois.edu/?go=schsignor.	Deadline: March 7 For Summer, Fall 2014 or Spring 2015 research abroad

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Stockholm Summer Arctic Program, and Spring 2014 Courses

Mark your calendars for several upcoming courses and funding opportunities, sponsored by or related to the Scandinavian Studies Program.

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SAO-LAS: Stockholm Summer Artic Program 2014

“Environment and Society in a Changing Arctic”

SCAN 386/GLBL 386/ESE 386

6 credits

Program participants will learn about issues related to climate change and human presence in the Arctic from interdisciplinary perspectives. UIUC students participate together with students from KTH – Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, Sweden and will spend two weeks in the Arctic (in Svalbard, Norway or Lappland, Sweden). Enrollment is open to both science and non-science majors with junior status or instructor’s consent.

Program Dates for 2014:

June 2 through July 14 (subject to revision)

Priority deadline for applications, January 15, 2014

Program Information:

See Study Abroad Office brochure page for information and to apply: https://app.studyabroad.illinois.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgram&Program_ID=10859

Contacts:

Sherry Danielson, SAO Program Coordinator, sdaniel2@illinios.edu

Mark Safstrom, Scandinavian Program Coordinator, safstrom@illinois.edu

Jonathan Tomkin, Associate Director for ESE, tomkin@illinois.edu

Sponsored by the Study Abroad Office, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, Scandinavian Studies, European Union Center, Global Studies, Earth Society & Environment and INSPIRE.

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Still Time to Sign Up for Spring 2014 Courses!!

SCAN 102: Beginning Scandinavian II (Swedish level 2)

MTWTh, 11:00-11:50

SCAN 104: Intermediate Scandinavian II (Swedish level 4)

MTWTh, 12:00-12:50

SCAN 251: Viking Mythology

MWF, 10:00-10:50

SCAN 375: Scandinavian Sexualities (“Children & Youth Culture”)

T Th, 3:30-4:50

SCAN 464: Plays of August Strindberg in Translation

T Th, 2:00-3:20

SCAN 492: New Scandinavian Cinema

MW, 1:00-2:50

(Second Eight Weeks)

SCAN 494/SHS 390: Intro to Swedish Sign Language

MTWTh, 8:00-9:50

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Money for Travel to Sweden – Anna Jensen Award

Application Deadline: February 7, 2014

The Department of Germanic Languages & Literatures is pleased to announce an award competition to facilitate study abroad in Sweden during summer 2014 or academic year 2014-15. The Anna Jensen Memorial Scandinavian Award is a prize in the amount of up to $1,500 to facilitate study or research in Sweden. To apply, please submit a 500-word application statement and include your most recent University of Illinois transcript (unofficial is fine). Ideal applicants are students who have been taking Scandinavian courses, or who articulate plans to do so during their time of study abroad. The statement should clearly outline:

• your reasons for applying

• how a period of study in Sweden is important to your studies and to your future career plans

• how you expect to use the award (you may include a basic budget)

• what your plans are to continue Swedish and Scandinavian Studies once you return.

You may also address in your application if there are special needs or circumstances that motivate your application. Submit all application materials to the mailbox of Dr. Mark Safstrom, 2090 Foreign Languages Building by 4:45 PM on February 7, 2014.

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Scholarship to Study at Stockholm University, $70,000
Application Deadline: January 15, 2014

Open exclusively to seniors at the University of Illinois interested in pursuing a Master’s Degree at Stockholm University. Stockholm University offers 76 Master’s programs in English language within the faculties of the humanities, social sciences, law, and natural sciences. Scholarship covers the cost of tuition and living expenses for two-years while working on Master’s, or one year of work on a law degree. For more information and how to apply visit the website. This opportunity is designed specifically for an Illinois student in recognition of the strategic partnership between our campus and Stockholm University through the INSPIRE program (http://inspire.illinois.edu). To apply for the fellowship, an eligible student must first apply to a Stockholm University M.Sc. program by January 15, 2014, and then submit a one-page motivation statement by February 1, 2014.

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