Category Archives: Scholarships/Fellowships

The Illinois Club Scholarship Applications

October 26, 2015 dunger

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The Illinois Club is now accepting scholarship applications for the 2016-2017 academic year. The awards offered are:

Nine (9) combined Make-A-Difference Awards & Isabelle Purnell Education Awards of $2,300
One (1) Judith Life Ikenberry Fine Arts Award of $3,600
One (1) Susan T. Haney Social Work Award of $3,000
One (1) STEM Education Award of $3,000
One (1) Peri Davis Ceperley Award of $2,300

To qualify, an applicant must:

Be an undergraduate with at least 60 earned credit hours by the end of Fall 2015
Have a GPA of 2.75 or above
Graduate no earlier than December 2016

The Application Deadline is Monday, November 16, 5:00PM
(an application, résumé, essay, and Self-Service Integrate documents are required, so start early!)

Applicants will be notified via e-mail when applications are received. Semifinalists will be interviewed in late January or early February. Winners will be honored at a Scholarship Awards Brunch in early March 2016.

Online application & details can be found here:
http://theillinoisclub.org/scholarship.php

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Informational Meeting, Scholarships/Fellowships

Goldwater Scholarship

October 16, 2015 dunger

Are you a sophomore or junior who excels in a STEM field? Have you had meaningful research experiences and plan on pursuing a PhD in science, math, or engineering?

If so, the Goldwater Scholarship may be for you!

Two-day information event:

Thursday, October 22, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.—Information session and discussion with UIUC Goldwater Scholars
Friday, October 23, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.—Workshop on how to craft a Goldwater Application

Both sessions will be held in the Illini Union Bookstore, 5^th Floor, Room 514.

Current junior or exceptional sophomore students who are U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or permanent residents in the upper quarter of their class (typically a minimum 3.5 GPA) are eligible to apply. The Barry M. Goldwater scholarship is a one- or two-year award to students who demonstrate strong evidence of contributing to the technological advances of the United States. Applicants should be committed to pursuing a PhD in the research fields of mathematics, sciences, or engineering. The Goldwater Scholarship provides up to $7,500 per year for undergraduate educational expenses.

Students who plan to study medicine are eligible only if they plan a research career rather than a career as a medical doctor in private practice. Typical fields of study include, but are not limited to, applied science, astronomy, biochemistry, biology, chemistry, computer science, entomology, environmental science, genetics, geology, mathematics, microbiology, neurobiology, physics, zoology, and all fields of engineering.

The required campus deadline is November 30, 2015 at 12:00pm (noon). Illinois may nominate up to 4 students for the Goldwater Scholarship. Read more about recent Illinois Goldwater Scholars.

Thank you,

Richelle Bernazzoli, Ph.D.

National and International Scholarships Program | University of Illinois

Illini Union Bookstore, 5th Floor, MC-317 | 807 S Wright St, Champaign, IL 61820

ph: (217) 333-4710 | topscholars@illinois.edu

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Scholarships/Fellowships

Kevin Early Scholarship

September 21, 2015 dunger

Please help us circulate information about this poetry scholarship, open to freshmen in all majors. Thanks!

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KEVIN T. EARLY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

for Freshmen Students

Deadline: October 30, 2015

Amount: $2,000

Eligibility: Any student with freshman standing at UIUC for the 2015-2016 school year and who has demonstrated an aptitude for and a skill in writing poetry.

Rules: Students must submit 5 poems. The complete manuscript should not exceed 5 pages.

Deadline for application: October 30, 2015

Contact and Submission Information: Jennifer Price, Department of English, 208 English Building, MC-718, 608 S. Wright Street, Urbana, IL 61801. Phone: (217) 333-2390 (jajones6@illinois.edu)

The name, address, phone number, e-mail, and UIN of the writer are to appear on a title sheet that will be separate from the entry. The writer’s name is not to appear on the entry itself. Entries will not be returned.

This scholarship is made possible from an endowment by William and Donna Early in memory of their son Kevin, who would have been a freshman at UIUC.

Scholarships/Fellowships, Undergraduate research

Undergraduate Research Travel Grants

September 15, 2015 dunger

The Office of Undergraduate Research’s (OUR) Fall 2015 conference travel grant competition is now open for students whose presentations have been accepted for a conference during Fall 2015 and early Spring 2016. The deadline for submittal of applications is October 5, 2015, and applications are available through the portal on our website’s (www.undergradresearch.illinois.edu) Students/Funding page. Any questions may be addressed to our office at ugresearch@illinois.edu. We also invite you and your students to subscribe to our blog, to keep up to date on announcements and news from OUR.

Sincerely,

OFFICE OF UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH

Dr. Karen Rodriguez’G, Interim Director

Fifth Floor Illini Union Bookstore

807 S. Wright Street, M/C 317

Urbana, IL 61801

Office phone: (217) 300-5453

ugresearch@illinois.edu

www.undergradresearch.illinois.edu

Scholarships/Fellowships

Fulbright International Scholarship Info Session at UIUC

April 24, 2015 dunger

Interested in research, teaching, or graduate work abroad? Come learn about Fulbright, the premiere U.S. academic exchange to 140 countries around the world!

The Fulbright U.S. Student Program awards approximately 1,900 full scholarships annually to students for studies, research, or English teaching in every region of the world. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and either seniors, graduate/professional students, or alumni. Please see the Fulbright page <http://www.topscholars.illinois.edu/fulbright> on our website for more information.

The National and International Scholarships Program will provide a Fulbright workshop <http://illinois.edu/calendar/detail/1826?eventId=32577614&calMin=201504&cal=20150407&skinId=6492> featuring advice from recent Illinois Fulbright recipients. There will be lots of time to get your questions answered and enjoy free pizza! The session is targeted to juniors, seniors, and graduate/professional students who wish to explore Fulbright opportunities and begin preparing materials for the Fulbright Priority Deadline of June 29, 2015 for grants beginning in fall 2016.

When: April 21, 5:00pm

Where: 180 Bevier Hall

We look forward to seeing you there!

The National & International Scholarships team

topscholars@illinois.edu

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Many thanks,

Richelle Bernazzoli, Ph.D.

National and International Scholarships Program | University of Illinois

International study, Scholarships/Fellowships, Study Abroad

UK & Ireland Scholarships Info Session & Application Workshop

April 24, 2015 dunger

Fancy a fully-funded graduate degree at a top British or Irish university? Join us to learn about a group of scholarships that allow you to pursue your academic goals in the United Kingdom and Ireland!

This informational session and application workshop is targeted to juniors, seniors, and graduate or professional students, and will provide an overview of the Gates Cambridge, Marshall, Mitchell, and Rhodes scholarships.

When: Thursday, May 7, 3:30-5:00pm

Where: 514 Illini Union Bookstore Building (entrance near Coble Hall)

We will discuss the:

basic eligibility requirements,
selection criteria, and
application processes for these awards.

The University of Illinois’ newest Marshall Scholar, Jacob Calvert, will be on hand to share his application experience!

The latter portion of the event will help participants begin to craft their applications for these scholarships. This is a great opportunity to strategize and get feedback on your ideas for your application essays. The priority deadline for the Marshall and Gates Cambridge scholarships is June 1, 2015, and the required campus deadline for many of the UK/Ireland scholarships is August 25, 2015, so now is the time to get started!

For more information: topscholars@illinois.edu

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Thank you,

Richelle Bernazzoli, Ph.D.
National and International Scholarships Program | University of Illinois

Informational Meeting, Scholarships/Fellowships, Study Abroad

Gilman Scholarship for Study Abroad Info Session & Workshop

February 13, 2015 dunger

Are you interested in study abroad but concerned that it is not financially feasible? Are you a recipient of the Federal Pell Grant?

If you answered ‘yes’ to the above questions, there is a study abroad scholarship just for you! The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship aims to diversify the kinds of students who study and intern abroad by offering awards to U.S. undergraduates who might otherwise not participate due to financial constraints.

Eligibility: U.S. citizen undergraduate students receiving Federal Pell Grant funding

Timeline: The Gilman Scholarship is available for semester-long, year-long, and summer programs (must be at least 4 consecutive weeks in a country). The next deadline is March 3, 2015 for Summer 2015, Fall 2015, and Academic year 2015-2016 study abroad programs.

2-Day Info Event in Room 514 Illini Union Bookstore:

· Tuesday, February 17, 2:00-3:00pm – Info session: Get an overview of the scholarship and hear from Illinois Gilman Scholars

· Friday, February 20, 3:30-4:30pm– Workshop: How to craft a competitive Gilman application

For more information, please contact the National and International Scholarships Program at topscholars@illinois.edu.

Informational Meeting, Scholarships/Fellowships

UK Fulbright Summer Institutes INFO SESSION 2/5

January 30, 2015 dunger

Join us for an info session to learn more about the UK Fulbright Summer Institutes for freshmen and sophomores! We’ll provide a program overview, give tips for competitive applications, and answer questions.

WHEN: Thursday, February 5, 3:30-4:30pm

WHERE: Room 514 Illini Union Bookstore Building (entrance near Coble Hall)

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The US-UK Fulbright Commission offers special Summer Institutes for US citizens to come to the UK. These programs provide the opportunity for undergraduates (aged over 18), with at least two years of undergraduate study left to complete, to come to the UK on a three, four, five or six week academic and cultural program.

There are nine Summer Programs available for US students in 2015. The Summer Institute will cover the majority of the participant costs: round-trip airfare from the US to the UK, tuition and fees at the University, social programs, and room and board.

The application deadline is 26 February or 5 March 2015. More information, including descriptions of the nine institutes, can be found on the program website.

National & International Scholarships is here to assist with your application! Make an appointment with us to discuss this unique opportunity and get started on your materials.

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Richelle Bernazzoli, Ph.D.
Scholarships Coordinator

National and International Scholarships Program | University of Illinois

Career opportunities, Scholarships/Fellowships

Deadline approaching: STEM Teaching Fellowship opportunity

January 28, 2015 dunger

Dear Colleague:

For your students, friends, or colleagues who want to use their math or science knowledge with the young people who need them most, the Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowship offers an unparalleled opportunity. Please consider sharing this email with anyone you think would be a good candidate.

For top applicants, this prestigious fellowship offers a $30,000 stipend toward completion of a master’s degree program at a Woodrow Wilson partner institution in Georgia, Indiana, or New Jersey. Fellows prepare through a year-long clinical experience in a high-need school, along with rigorous subject matter courses, then commit to teach for three years in urban or rural secondary schools, with mentoring throughout the entire process.

The most successful Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellows come to us through a recommendation from a trusted source–a professor or colleague like you. Again, we hope you will pass this email along to your students or recent grads who you think would be strong applicants and encourage them to apply. The 2015 Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowship program application deadline is January 31, 2015. For more information, please visit http://woodrow.org/teach. You can also download a poster for the Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowship.

Thanks for giving this opportunity some thought. We look forward to hearing from any candidates you can refer to us.

All best,

Jose Ochoa
Director, Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowships

P.S. For a quick 60-second take on how principals—future employers—see the Teaching Fellows, take a look at this video of Principal Dan Wilson. You can also hear directly from Fellows Jennifer Buchman and Sheila Pritchett, on our YouTube channel.

The Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowship, now offered in Georgia, Indiana and New Jersey, recruits current seniors, recent grads, and alumni with backgrounds in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) to teach in high-need schools.

As a WW Teaching Fellow, you will have extraordinary opportunities: innovative, world-class teacher preparation, a full school year of experience in real-world classrooms, and ongoing mentoring support. In addition, Fellows receive a $30,000 stipend to complete a master’s degree program. Start your online application today.

Career opportunities, Scholarships/Fellowships

Deadline approaching: STEM Teaching Fellowship opportunity

January 8, 2015 dunger

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Dear Colleague:

If you have students, friends, or colleagues who want to put their math or science knowledge to work for young people who need them most, the Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowship Program offers an unparalleled opportunity.

For top applicants, this prestigious fellowship offers a $30,000 stipend toward completion of a master’s degree program at a Woodrow Wilson partner institution in Georgia, Indiana, or New Jersey. Fellows undergo a year-long clinical experience in a high-need school, along with rigorous subject matter courses, then commit to teach for three years in urban or rural secondary schools, with mentoring throughout the entire process.

The most successful Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellows come to us through a recommendation from a trusted source–a professor or colleague like you. Please pass this email to your students or recent grads you think would be strong applicants and encourage them to apply. The 2015 Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowship program application deadline is January 31, 2015. For more information, please visit http://woodrow.org/teach. You can also download a poster for the Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowship.

Thanks for giving this opportunity some thought. We look forward to hearing from any candidates you can refer to us.

All best,
Jose Ochoa
Director, Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowships

Curious about the advantages of our clinically-based program?

Woodrow Wilson Fellows are immersed into the role of teaching early in the program. Fellows begin co-teaching in a high-need school from day one of the fall semester to the end of the academic year. A licensed teacher and Woodrow Wilson fellow work collaboratively sharing responsibilities for co-planning, designing curriculum, formal and informal assessments, and teaching which benefits students in the STEM classroom. I believe communication and collaboration are the key elements leading to the success of the co-teaching model where both co-teacher and fellow work as partners in the classroom. I have seen our fellows and their co-teachers share the same work ethics, have pedagogical skills/skill sets that complement each other. The co-teaching experience for our fellows has worked extremely well.

-Dr. Delphina (Del) Hopkins-Gillispie, Director of Lincensure at Valparaiso University

My co- teaching experience at Wirt/Emerson Visual Performing Arts and High Ability Academy has been a priceless experience in my preparation for having my own classroom next year. My cooperating teacher has helped me learn about how the classroom functions, gives me advice on any situations with students, and has helped me adjust to a new school. This experience has truly helped me learn about the classroom environment and has been the part of the program that has taught me the most about what teaching in a high-needs school is really like.

-Martin Barker, 2014 Woodrow Wilson Indiana Teaching Fellow at Valparaiso University

We are proud that education leaders recognize the impact of the program as an initial teaching certification program for STEM students.

Hear Principal Dan Wilson share how he’s seen Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellows be more prepared than other first-year teachers.
-Dan Wilson, Principal, Lynhurst 7^th & 8^th Grade Center, Indianapolis, Indiana

As a WW Teaching Fellow, you will have extraordinary opportunities: innovative, world-class teacher preparation, a full school year of experience in real-world classrooms, and ongoing mentoring support. In addition, Fellows receive a $30,000 stipend to complete a master’s degree program. Start your online application today.