ACADEMIC AND CONFERENCE OPPORTUNTIES:
(Faculty and Students)
Energy Africa Conference
November 7-8, 2013
Colorado School of Mines, Golden, Colorado
The Energy Africa Conference is a collaborative effort among universities, research organizations, businesses and individuals to bring together business executives and thought leaders from the public, non-government organizations and research institutions to dialog, collaborate, encourage, invest in and support the work needed to stimulate domestic markets for gaseous and renewable energy sources. For a complete list of speakers, agenda and registration go to: www.energyafricaconference.com.
Global Health & Innovation Conference
April 12-13, 2014
Yale University, New Haven, Conn.
Deadline for abstracts: September 30
The Global Health & Innovation Conference is the world's largest global health conference and social entrepreneurship conference. This must-attend, thought-leading conference annually convenes 2,200 leaders, changemakers, students, and professionals from all fields of global health, international development, and social entrepreneurship. Register at www.uniteforsight.org/conference. Registration rates increase after September. Individuals interested in presenting at the conference may submit an abstract online for consideration.
English Open Doors Program in Chile
The English Open Doors program was established in 2004 by the Chilean Ministry of Education to connect local children and teens with native English speakers. The program places native English-speakers in public schools throughout Chile to work with local teachers to plan activities and lead classes. There are no fees to participate and volunteers receive: a home-stay wit ha Chilean family, health insurance, TEFL training, access to an online Spanish course and a participation bonus of 60,000 CLP each month. Placements last from 5-11 months.
FELLOWSHIPS AND SCHOLARSHIPS:
FACULTY
Robert Bosch Foundation Fellowship
Deadline: November 1, 2013
The Robert Bosch Foundation Fellowship Program is seeking post-graduates to complete comprehensive professional development programs in Germany. Fellows will be selected from the fields of business administration, cultural management (ex. museum, theater, orchestra), journalism, law, non-profit, public policy, and urban planning. The Bosch Fellowship is comprised of three main components: customized work placements, professional seminars, and German language training.
More information and eligibility requirements can be found online. E-mail bosch@culturalvistas.org or call 212-497-3527 with questions.
Teach in Guizhou Province, China
The Office of International Cooperation and Exchanges in the Education Department of Guizhou Province in China has contacted the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) regarding an opportunity for teachers to teach in Guizhou Province at the elementary, secondary, or college levels. Applicants must be willing to teach at least half a year in Guizhou, must be in good health and born after 1948. Contact Ms. Mi Dan at midan1976@hotmail.com for more information.
STUDENTS (undergraduate & graduate)
Bridging Scholarship for study abroad in Japan
Deadline: October 8, 2013
The Bridging Scholarship program will award at least 20 scholarships to American students who will study abroad in Japan in spring 2014. Undergraduate students majoring in any field of study and attending any recognized exchange or independent program in Japan are eligible to apply. Recipients of Bridging Scholarships will receive stipends of $2,500 or $4,000, depending on the length of their study program in Japan. Selection will be based on academic potential and financial need. Information on the Bridging Scholarships and downloadable application forms are available at AATJ's Web site.
Whitaker Undergraduate Biomedical Engineering Scholarship for Spring 2014
Deadline: October 15, 2013 for spring
The online application for the Whitaker International Undergraduate Program, Spring 2014 cycle is now available. With support from the former Whitaker Foundation, IIE provides biomedical/bioengineering students (and those in a related field) funding to pursue coursework, research, or an internship, in an international setting that is approved by their home university, which is relevant to biomedical engineering.
Undergraduate Grants are designed for currently enrolled Undergraduate Students with a study abroad program approved by their home university related to Biomedical Engineering. Up to 15 awards will be available for the Spring 2014 term. Award amounts range from $7,500 for a semester program to $10,000 for an academic year program.
Australia Study Abroad Scholarship
Deadline: November 18, 2013
A global competition run by the Australian Government with the chance to win a year of study in Australia including flights, tuition, accommodation, a stipend and more. The major prize winner will be announced on 17 December 2013 and will take up their prize in 2014. Seven finalists will be flown to Australia for a two-week study tour in December 2013. To enter, candidates visit www.futureunlimited.com.au and take four steps to create a digital postcard: 1. upload a photo 2. add illustrations 3. write in 50 words or less describing future aspirations and how an Australian education would help realise them 4. answer some basic questions, and submit the postcard.
MUCTJ Graduate Student Research Grant Competition
Deadline: November 15, 2013
The Marquette University Center for Transnational Justice is pleased to offer funding for research conducted by graduate students enrolled in the Helen Way Klingler College of Arts and Sciences. The Center will be awarding two Graduate Student Research Grants of up to $2,500 to support work on an issue of economic, political, or social justice that crosses national borders. Issue areas include but are not limited to immigration, forced migration and human trafficking, human rights, economic development, global trade and finance, pandemic diseases, and climate change. The application deadline is November 15, 2013. Details about the grants including eligibility and application procedures are available on the Center for Transnational Justice website.
David L. Boren Scholarships & Fellowships
Marquette Deadline: January 5, 2014
Fellowship Deadline: January 28, 2014
Scholarship Deadline: February 5, 2014
The applications for the 2014-2015 David L. Boren Scholarships and Fellowships are now available. Boren Awards provide unique funding opportunities for U.S. undergraduate and graduate students to study less commonly taught languages in Africa, Asia, Central and Eastern Europe, Eurasia, Latin America and the Middle East. Undergraduate students can receive up to $20,000 for an academic year abroad, and graduate students can receive up to $30,000 for language study and international research. In exchange for funding, recipients commit to working in the federal government for a minimum of one year. For more information, contact Gail Gilbert in the Office of International Education.
Whitaker Biomedical Engineering International Summer Grants available
Deadline: February 4, 2014
The online application for the Whitaker International Summer Program for Summer 2014 is now available. With support from the former Whitaker Foundation, IIE provides biomedical/bioengineering students (and those in a related field) funding to pursue coursework, research, or an internship, in an international setting that is approved by their home university, which is relevant to biomedical engineering.
Summer Program Grants are designed for currently enrolled Master's or PhD students, or recent Master's recipients. Summer awards are for 8 weeks typically between June 1 and August 31. Up to 20 awards will be available for Summer 2014. Award amount includes a fixed fellowship award, monthly maintenance allowance, international airfare, settling-in allowance, and insurance.
Hong Kong PhD Fellowship
Initial application deadline: December 2, 2013
Individuals who wish to pursue their PhD studies in Hong Kong for the 2014/15 year can apply for the HK PhD Fellowship Scheme. The Fellowship will provide an annual stipend of HK$240,000 (approx. US$30,000) and a conference and research-related travel allowance of HK$10,000 (approx. US$1,300) per year for up to three years. Candidates in all fields of study are welcome to apply. Eligible candidates should make their initial application through the online system at www.rgc.edu.hk/hkphd to obtain a reference number before submitting full applications to their selected institutions.
Teach English in China or South Korea through the University of Colorado
The University of Colorado-Colorado Springs is looking for individuals to undertake twelve-month contracts to teach at the Daegu Gyeongbuk English Village, which our office helps to manage with its Korean partner, Yeungjin College (the legal employer of all teachers). This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to have an experience working with students of different ages and abilities in a creative, dynamic environment. Our diverse faculty of 45-50 teachers provides a supportive community in which to work and live, with more support coming from an on-site management team and UCCS-OIA. For more information visit: www.uccs.edu/international/teaching-abroad.html
The University of Colorado-Colorado Springs is also looking for individuals to undertake twelve-month contracts to teach at the Milo International Kindergarten in Guangzhou, China. If you have a passion for early childhood education, are committed to helping to create a warm and nurturing environment for young learners, and are eager to spend a year experiencing life in an exciting Chinese city, this may be just the opportunity for you!
National Geographic Expands Young Explorers Grant Program
Deadline: Varies
Young Explorers Grants help cover field project costs for individuals ages 18 to 25 pursuing research, conservation and exploration-related projects consistent with National Geographic's grant programs. The program has expanded the Young Explorers Grant program to include more opportunities for fieldwork in 18 Northeast and Southeast Asian countries. National Geographic is accepting applications from hard-working, passionate, creative young individuals from all over the world who are interested in doing fieldwork in Brunei, Burma/Myanmar, Cambodia, China, East Timor, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Laos, Macau, Malaysia, Mongolia, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam.
Financial Aid Opportunities for Latin American and Caribbean Students
Deadline: rolling applications
The Rowe Fund, a student loan program of the Organization of American States (OAS), helps citizens from Latin American and Caribbean OAS member countries finance a portion of their studies or research at accredited universities in the United States by awarding interest-free loans. Prospective applicants must be accepted to, or currently studying at, an accredited U.S. university and demonstrate good academic records in addition to full-time enrollment. Applications are received and reviewed on a year-round basis. The maximum loan amount per student is $15,000. For eligibility requirements and application forms, visit: www.oas.org/en/rowefund or www.facebook.com/rowefund. Please send any questions to: rowefund@oas.org.
Engineering Scholarship for Masters Degree - Universidad Pontificia Comillas
Deadline: varies
Universidad Pontificia Comillas in collaboration with Gestamp (a leading enterprise in the automotive business), is launching a new Master in International Industrial Project Management (MIIPM) field of Engineering or Business Administration. This program will be open to international students and includes an internship at Gestamp facilities, which are found around the world, with a foreseeable likelihood of finding a highly-qualified job after completion of the internship. Moreover, the sponsor is offering to partially or even totally finance the scholarship fees, travel and accommodation allowances.
The U.S. Department of State Pathways Internships
Deadline: varies
The U.S. Department of State is offering programs for graduate/post graduate, undergraduate and high school students. The U.S. Department of State will continue to offer both paid internships under the Pathways Internship Program, as well as unpaid opportunities under the U.S. Departments of State Student Experience Program (formerly known as Summer, Fall and Spring internships). The Pathways Internships are Civil Service opportunities located mostly in Washington, D.C., while the U.S. Department of State Student Experience Program provides the opportunity to work in U.S. Embassies throughout the world, as well as in various bureaus located in Washington, D.C. This program is designed to provide substantive experiences in a foreign affairs environment. There are 10 opportunities to choose from. Go to their website for information on each internship offered.
