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• Scholarships for Language Study and Study Abroad

  Nov 12, 2015 9:00 pm48 views

  Are you interested in studying abroad or adding to or improving on the languages you know? If so, please consider the awards listed below offered through the Boren Awards. These special opportunities include a total of 4 special initiatives with the addition of the South Asian Flagship Languages Initiative (SAFLI). Students interested in applying should review the application and reach out to ssp@uic.edu if they would like help with the application.

   · The African Flagship Languages Initiative (AFLI) offers Boren Scholarship and Boren Fellowship applicants the opportunity to study African languages and cultures by participating in domestic and overseas language programs in Akan/Twi, French, Portuguese, Swahili, Wolof, or Zulu. More information for undergraduate students here. More information for graduate students here.

  · The Summer STEM Initiative provides funding for summer study abroad to undergraduate students in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Math fields (STEM).

  · The Boren-ROTC Initiative offer a special initiative for undergraduate ROTC cadets and midshipmen. ROTC participants are strong candidates for the Boren Scholarship, due to their commitment to national security and government service.

  · The South Asian Flagship Languages Initiative (SAFLI) offers Boren Scholarship applicants the opportunity for intensive language study of Hindi and Urdu and cultural immersion by participating in domestic and overseas language programs. More information for undergraduate students here. More information for graduate students here.

• Opportunities at the Yiddish Book Center, Due Jan. 4

  Nov 16, 2015 8:30 am17 views

  The Yiddish Book Center in Amherst, Massachusetts, is now accepting applications for two education programs for college students and recent graduates: the 2016 Steiner Summer Yiddish Program and the 2016-17 Yiddish Book Center Fellowship Program. 

  The Steiner Summer Yiddish Program is an intensive seven-week course in Yiddish language and culture for college students. The program offers a beginner track for students with no previous Yiddish experience and an intermediate track for those who have completed one year of Yiddish. In addition to their classes, students take part in cultural and social activities, including film screenings, concerts, workshops, and a trip to New York City. Beginner students take a course in Central and Eastern European Yiddish history, literature, and culture, while intermediate students work as interns on the Center’s major projects, including translation and oral history.

  All Steiner students receive full-tuition scholarships. Intermediate students also receive free housing and a $1,000 internship stipend. All participants are eligible to receive college credits through the University of Massachusetts at Amherst.

  The 2016 Steiner Summer Yiddish Program will run from June 5 to July 22. Applications are due by February 8, 2016. For more information, visit yiddishbookcenter.org/steiner-summer-yiddish-program.

  The Yiddish Book Center Fellowship Program offers recent college graduates with intermediate or advanced Yiddish skills an opportunity to develop professional experience while working as full-time members of the Center's staff. 

  Fellows serve as teaching assistants for college-level Yiddish classes, conduct interviews for the Center’s Wexler Oral History Project, develop educational and exhibit materials, assist with translation or online accessibility initiatives, and do bibliographic work with the Center’s collection of books. With the support of mentors, Fellows also apply their ingenuity and personal expertise to the creation of new projects.

  Fellows receive a $30,000 stipend and health insurance. The next Fellowship Program runs from September 2016 to August 2017. Applications are due by January 4. For more information, visit yiddishbookcenter.org/fellowship-program.

• Rangel International Affairs Graduate Fellowship Is Now Accepting Applications

  Nov 20, 2015 1:45 pm18 views

  UIC students interested in applying for the Rangel Fellowship can reach out to ssp@uic.edu for help with the application process.

  The Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Program is now accepting applications for the 2016 Rangel International Affairs Graduate Fellowship at www.rangelprogram.org

  The Rangel Program is pleased to announce the opening of the application period for its 2016 graduate fellowship.   The Fellowship welcomes applications from individuals who want to make a difference in the world through careers as Foreign Service Officers in the U.S. Department of State.  The Rangel Graduate Fellowship Program provides benefits of up to $95,000 over two years toward a two-year master's degree, arranges internships on Capitol Hill and at U.S. embassies, and provides mentorship and professional development support. Fellows can use the fellowship to attend two-year master's programs in U.S. institutions to study an area of relevance to the Foreign Service, including international relations, public policy, public administration, economics, or business administration. Upon successful completion of the two-year fellowship and Foreign Service entry requirements, Fellows join the Foreign Service of the U.S. Department of State, embarking on a uniquely rewarding career of international service.

  Applicants must be college seniors or graduates planning to start two-year graduate programs in fall 2016, must have GPAs of at least 3.2, and must be U.S. citizens. The program welcomes any undergraduate major and encourages applications from members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service and those with financial need.

  Information and application materials can be found atwww.rangelprogram.org. The application deadline is January 13, 2016. The Program is funded by the U.S. Department of State and administered by Howard University.     

   

• Shout out for the Humanities ($5,000 in cash prizes)

  Nov 30, 2015 11:30 am74 views

  Why do you love the humanities?  Let us know by entering the Shout Out for the Humanities contests!

  Who: Current UIC undergraduate and graduate students are invited to participate as individuals or teams.

  What: Design an original project that answers such questions as: Why is studying the humanities (literature, foreign languages and cultures, history, philosophy, art history) important to you? To society? How would you convince your parents, an employer, a politician, or others that there is value in learning the humanities?

  How: Express why you consider the humanities to be valuable using any medium.  Make a video, website, or other digital project; make a photo collage, comic strip, cartoon, infographic, or other visual art project; conduct an interview; write a song, short story, or essay.  All submissions must be made online and in an electronic format.

  Why: Because we need your help advocating for the humanities in higher education! And because there will be cash prizes for first, second, and third place winners.  A panel of distinguished UIC faculty members will judge your submission based on the clarity, quality, and impact of your message.

  Need help? Not sure what to make?  Get free tech advice and assistance:

  Wed. November 25, 2- 3pm and Wed. December 2, 2 - 3pm in 1750 UH

  Are you ready to shout out? For more information contact uichumanities@gmail.com or visit huminst.uic.edu/ifth/events/special-events/2015_2016/shout-out-for-the-humanities.  Submissions due Feb. 1.  

• Fulbright UK Summer Institute Programmes, Deadline 2/23

  Nov 30, 2015 3:45 pm46 views

  The US-UK Fulbright Commission has opened applications for the UK Summer Institute Award Programmes for US Undergraduates.  

  The Fulbright UK Summer Institute Programmes offer students a fantastic opportunity to be immersed in the study of British academics and culture. Students will take part in research, collaboration, presentation, and cultural events at an esteemed British university. They will enhance their leadership skills, develop knowledge and understanding of new subjects, and become ambassadors for the United Kingdom and the United States.   Students from all areas of study are encouraged to apply. Each Summer Institute will cover a different theme such as acting at Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, the history of the slave trade in England, or the political, social and economic relationships of Northern Ireland. These institutes include:

  AIFS Summer Institute at Shakespeare’s Globe

  Durham University Summer Institute

  King’s College London Summer Institute

  University of Bristol Summer Institute

  University of Exeter Summer Institute

  Queen’s University Belfast

  Scotland Summer Institute

  Wales Summer Institute  

  To meet the minimum eligibility, applicants must:

  be a US citizen and possess a US passport; be at least 18 years old; have a high level of academic achievement with a minimum GPA of 3.7 (confirmed by academic marks, awards and references); have at least two years of university study upon their return ( i.e. applicants should currently be a Freshman or Sophomore in college/university) be mature, responsible, independent, and open-minded

  The Awards will cover the majority of all costs incurred, including flights to and from the UK, university fees, and room and board at the host UK University. Please Note: There have been two changes made to this year’s application process.

  Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.7 All references must be submitted online (applicants should direct their references to the webpage of their selected institute where they can the online reference letter form)

  Deadlines for 2016 are:  23 February or 26 February, 2016 – depending on the Institute. Each Programme also varies in duration, from three to six weeks.  Please make sure to check the specific Institute page for the particular deadline.    

  The US-UK Fulbright Commission would greatly appreciate your efforts in circulating information about these programmes amongst your eligible students.   

  Application instructions have also been placed on the UK Summer Institute webpage for student reference. We recommend they read all the information on the website before beginning an application as it may answer many initial questions.   

   

  Questions? Please contact the Fulbright Awards staff via email at programmes@fulbright.org.uk.

• Study human rights, science or public service abroad

  Dec 2, 2015 10:45 am58 views

  Are you interested in going abroad to study public health, human rights, or to conduct research?  Then the Rotary, Humanity in Action, and/or DAAD-Rise programs may be for you!

  Humanity in Action:

  The Humanity in Action Fellowship brings together international groups of Fellows to study minority rights and produce original research exploring how and why individuals and societies, past and present, have resisted intolerance and protected democratic values. Separate programs take place for five weeks every summer in Amsterdam, Atlanta, Berlin, Copenhagen, Paris, and Warsaw.  Fellows only pay the cost of airfare to their host country; students can apply while in college or soon afterwards.

  Program Dates:  May 24 - June 26, 2016

  Website:  http://www.humanityinaction.org/programs

  Deadline to apply:  January 7, 2016

  DAAD-Rise Summer Internship Program:

  RISE Germany offers undergraduate students from North American and British universities the opportunity to complete a summer research internship at top German universities and research institutions.

  Students are matched with a host university or institute according to their area of interest (biology, chemistry, physics, earth sciences, engineering, or a closely related field)DAAD provides students a monthly stipend for three months to help cover living expensesHost universities and institutes provide housing assistance and match students with Ph.D. student mentorsGerman language is not required and the working language will be in English

  Website:  https://www.daad.de/rise/en/

  Deadline:  January 15, 2016

  Rotary International Global Grant:

  Through global grants, Rotarians can support future leaders in fields related to the areas of focus:

  Peace and conflict prevention/resolution Disease prevention and treatment Water and sanitation Maternal and child health Basic education and literacy Economic and community development

  Global grant scholarships fund graduate-level coursework or research for one to four academic years.

  For more information, please see attached document.

  Deadline: January 4, 2016

  To discuss any of these opportunities, please contact Molly Hildebrand at mhild@uic.edu. 

• Payne International Development Graduate Fellowship

  Dec 4, 2015 5:30 pm15 views

  For students considering aid work, the Foreign Service or other work abroad, The Payne Fellowship provides an amazing pathway to work in the USAID Foreign Service. Students interested in applying should contact OSSP at ssp@uic.edu for assistance applying.

  The Donald M. Payne International Development Fellowship Program is now accepting applications for the 2016 Payne International Development Graduate Fellowship at paynefellows.org. 

  About the Payne Fellowship Program:

  The USAID Donald M. Payne International Development Graduate Fellowship Program seeks to attract outstanding young people who are interested in pursuing careers in the Foreign Service of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). If you want to work on the front lines of some of the most pressing global challenges of our times — poverty, hunger, injustice, disease, environmental degradation, climate change, conflict and violent extremism – the Foreign Service of the U.S. Agency for International Development provides an opportunity to advance U.S. foreign policy interests and reflect the American people's compassion and support of human dignity. The Payne Fellowship, which provides up to $90,000 in benefits over two years for graduate school, internships, and professional development activities, provides a unique pathway to the USAID Foreign Service. The Payne Fellowship encourages the application of members of minority groups who have historically been underrepresented in international development careers and those with financial need. The fellowship is named in honor of longtime development champion, the late Congressman Donald Payne. The initiative is funded by USAID and administered by Howard University. Fellowship recipients can use the award to attend U.S. graduate programs throughout the country; they will join the USAID Foreign Service upon completion of the program, as long as they successfully complete the Payne Program and USAID entry requirements.

   

  The contact point is Payne Program Administrator MaRaina Montgomery, maraina.montgomery@howard.edu, Office: (202) 806-5952.

• PanHellenic Scholarship Application, due 02/01/2016

  Dec 18, 2015 1:30 pm93 views

  The PanHellenic Scholarship Foundation is currently accepting applications from eligible undergraduate students of Hellenic descent for its awards.

  The Foundation will offer $250,000 in scholarships to support the educational pursuits of exceptional young people. The application deadline is February 1, 2016. Scholarship awards are offered at two levels:

  Twenty (20) Awards of $10,000 each based on academic achievement and financial need. Two out of the twenty $10,000 awards will be offered exclusively to music and arts majors. Twenty (20) Awards of $2,500 each based solely on academic achievement.

  Apply now. Call 312 357 6432 with questions.

   

• APIASF Scholarship for Asian and/or Pacific Islander students, Apply by 1/8/16

  Dec 18, 2015 2:30 pm143 views

  APIASF Scholarship Program

  For Asian and/or Pacific Islander students. Must be a citizen, national, or legal permanent resident of the United States to apply and be enrolling as an undergraduate student in a U.S. accredited college or university in the Fall of 2016. Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale (unweighted) or have earned a GED, and must apply for federal financial aid using the FAFSA. One letter of recommendation is required.  The award amounts range from $2,500 - $15,000. Apply online at http://www.apiasf.org/scholarship_apiasf.html Deadline: Friday, January 8, 2016 at 9:00pm EST

  Students can receive assistance with their applications by contacting Beth Powers at ssp@uic.edu

• Financial resources for Undocumented Students (Educators for Fair Consideration)

  Dec 21, 2015 12:45 pm39 views

  Educators for Fair Consideration (E4FC) is an organization that assists undocumented students in finding support to attend college and navigate the needs of everyday life, through their online resources. E4FC has just updated some parts of their website, with sections and handouts for both undergraduates and graduate populations.

  http://e4fc.org/resources/scholarshiplists.html (undergraduate resources listed first, followed by graduate options)

• Hispanic Scholarship Fund – General College Scholarships, Applications Due Wed. 3/30

  Jan 15, 2016 10:45 am98 views

  HSF/ General College Scholarships are designed to assist students of Hispanic heritage obtain a college degree.

  Scholarships are available on a competitive basis to: Graduating High School Seniors, Community College,  Transfer Students, Undergraduate Students, Graduate Students

  Award amounts generally range from $500 to $5,000.

  Eligibility Requirements:
  Must be of Hispanic Heritage
  Minimum of 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for College and Graduate Students
  Plan to enroll Full-Time in an accredited not-for -profit 4 year university or graduate school during the FALL of scholarship cycle year
  U.S. Citizen, Permanent Legal Resident, DACA or Eligibile Non-Citizen (as defined by FAFSA)
  Complete FAFSA
  Complete state Dream Act financial aid application (if applicable)

  Other:

  All majors and graduate fields accepted
  Emphasis on STEM majors

  Learn more and apply at https://hsf.net/en/scholarships/programs/general-college-scholarships. Application Deadline March 30, 2016.

• Border-Crossing Scholarship Nomination Deadline 2/15

  Jan 22, 2016 11:00 am82 views

  Border-Crossing Scholarship 

  The Social Justice Initiative at the University of Illinois at Chicago is accepting nominations/applications for our “border-crossing” scholarship. A $1,000 scholarship for the next two years will be awarded to a UIC undergraduate student working to transcend borders and diminish the boundaries of identity and geography. Inspired by three Chicago mentors for young activists, the Nesbitt, Carrasco, Unzueta scholarship is an effort to support youth engagement in international reform, international movement-building, and/or transnational solidarity efforts.

  The deadline for nominations is February 15, 2016. All UIC undergraduate students in good academic standing are eligible.

  Application/Nomination:

  Nomination letter (2-3 pages) from a UIC faculty or staff member
  Student personal statement (1page)
  A copy of student transcripts

  Students may self-nominate, but must submit contact information for 2 references and write a 2-3 page personal statement.  Please submit all application materials to Emily Williams at emilywil@uic.edu using the subject line: "NCU BC Scholarship".

  For more information, please contact sjiuic@gmail.com

   

• Udall Scholarship for Environmental Issues or Tribal Policy or Healthcare, Apply by 2/15/16

  Jan 25, 2016 12:30 pm18 views

  Are you interested in the environment?  In Native American rights? Consider applying for the Udall Scholarship!!

  What is it:

  The Udall Foundation awards scholarships to college sophomores and juniors for leadership, public service, and commitment to issues related to American Indian nations or to the environment.  In 2016, the Udall Foundation will award 60 scholarships of up to $7,000 each, and anticipates that at least 20 scholarships will be awarded to American Indian or Alaska Native students in Tribal Public Policy and Native Health Care. Students must be enrolled for the 16-17 academic year.

  Who Should Apply:

  Are you working towards positive solutions to environmental challenges or to issues impacting Indian country?Have you demonstrated your commitment to one of these areas through public service?Do you inspire and motivate others to take action?Are you committed to making a difference through civility and consensus building? 

  Udall Scholars are selected on the basis of:

  Commitment to a career related to the environment, or to tribal public policy, or to American Indian health care;Leadership, public service, consensus building, and integrity;Academic achievement;An understanding of the Udall legacy, demonstrated through the application essay.

  Due Dates:

  UIC Internal Deadline:  February 15, 2015

  Udall Foundation Deadline: March 2, 2015

  Website:

  http://www.udall.gov/OurPrograms/Scholarship/Scholarship.aspx

  If you are interested, please contact Molly Hildebrand at mhild@uic.edu. 

   

• Honors College Advisory Board Scholarship, Due Fri. 1/29

  Jan 27, 2016 4:30 pm327 views

  The Honors College Advisory Board will award two $1,000 scholarships to current Honors College students. Eligible students must be in good standing with the college (3.4 GPA), enrolled full-time, and be significantly involved in Honors College activities and student organizations. This scholarship will be awarded during the Honors College Ball on March 5th; therefore, you must also be able to attend this event to be eligible to apply. For more information, see the application (hard copies can be found at the Honors College.) Please note the deadline to submit your application is January 29th at 5:00 p.m. at the Honors College front desk. Contact Christina Ruiz at cruiz2@uic.edu with any questions.

• College of Business Scholarships, Info Sessions 2/3 and 2/5, Deadline 2/19

  Jan 28, 2016 10:15 am31 views

  This year, the College of Business scholarship applications will be available on the UIC SnAP, the university’s centralized scholarship list and application system. UIC SnAP contains scholarships for continuing UIC students in all colleges and at all levels. Start by logging in with your netid in the upper right hand corner. Next, complete the General Application which will match you with scholarships for which you qualify and no further action is needed. You may also be recommended for scholarships that require additional essays or uploads. External scholarships are also listed in the system and directions to other websites may be provided.

  REQUIREMENTS:

  To apply, you must be a current undergraduate student in the UIC College of Business with a graduation date of Spring 2017 or later.Scholarship Funds are received in the Fall Semester 2016 and Spring 2017 semesters.Eligible students must have UIC GPA (Spring 2016 Transfer Students are not eligible to apply).Students must be in good academic standing, and registered as a full-time student during the entire 2016-2017 academic year.Incomplete or inaccurate information will result in a disqualified scholarship application.

  Applicants may receive scholarships more than once and are encouraged to apply again in subsequent semesters if they are eligible.

  Students are selected based on the criteria for the scholarship. Please make sure that you carefully read the application rules and information.*Note: Some CBA Scholarships are only for Accounting majors, so make sure you qualify.

  The deadline is Friday, February 19th, 2016.

  The CBA Scholarships Committee is hosting Scholarship Information Sessions! Mark your calendar for one of these dates:

  Friday, January 29 at 2:00 p.m.Wednesday, February 3 at 2:00 p.m.Friday, February 5 at 11:00 a.m.

  Please RSVP for an information session here: https://docs.google.com/a/uic.edu/forms/d/1q5T4ebDQAJs-hBbCtOSOG1NzvjC52tIFIjvz0nmun80/viewform

  For more information visit: http://advising.uic.edu/share-with-students-the-college-of-business-scholarship-application-for-the-2016-2017-academic-year-is-now-available/ 

  Best of luck!

  CBA Scholarship Committee

• Shout Out for the Humanities Contest: Deadline Extended to Mon. 2/15 and New Walk-In Tech-Help Hours

  Feb 12, 2016 9:15 am59 views

  Why do UIC students love the humanities?

  Tell them to us know by entering the Shout Out for the Humanities contests!

  The goals of Shout Out for the Humanities contests are twofold: to make members of our community aware of the professional, cognitive, and interpersonal benefits of studying the humanities in higher education; and to increase awareness about how humanities scholarship benefits the publicand enriches our personal lives.

  We invite UIC undergraduate and graduate students, working individually or as a team, to help us reach those goals by answering either or both of these questions:

  -  Why is studying the humanities (literature, foreign languages andcultures, history, art history, philosophy, anthropology, etc.) important to you and to society?

  -  How would you convince your parents, an employer, a politician, or others that there is value in learning the humanities?

  Over $1,000 in prize money for the best undergraduate submissions at the UIC campus level! 

  Award sponsors:  Office of Undergraduate Research / Gender & Women's Studies Department / Honors College

  Deadline extended for submissions: February 15, 2016

  Please send submissions to uichumanities@gmail.com

  Drop-in hours for students needing technical assistance (or inspiration) on their Shout Out projects:

  Thursdays 11-12 and Fridays 12-1 in UH 1750

  For more information:

  http://huminst.uic.edu/ifth/events/special-events/2015_2016/shout-out-for-the-humanities

• Financing Study Abroad: How to fund your Study Abroad experience, Tues. 2/16

  Feb 15, 2016 10:00 am76 views

  Financing Study Abroad

   How to Fund Your Study Abroad Experience

   

  WHEN: Tuesday, February 16th   10:00-11:00am

   WHERE: 502 University Hall (Study Abroad Office Resource Center)

   

  At This Event:

  Learn about scholarships and financial aid opportunities abroad Q&A with Hua Kao from the Office of Financial Aid and Kat Aldag from the Study Abroad Office

  Questions? Contact Kat Aldag at kaldag@uic.edu. 

• OSSP General Scholarship Info Sessions

  Feb 15, 2016 2:00 pm138 views

  The Office of Special Scholarship Programs (OSSP) assists UIC students with finding and applying for scholarships. Students seeking general information about how to search for scholarships can attend one of the general sessions offered in UH 808 at the following times:

  Tuesdays, 2:30 – 3pm 

  Wednesdays, 12:30 – 1pm

  Fridays, 12 – 12:30 pm 

  Questions?  Contact ssp@uic.edu or 312-355-2477.

• Scholarships for nurses, Italian Americans, students of Italian, general students, etc

  Feb 17, 2016 11:00 am106 views

  Scholarships are available for Italian Americans and non-Italian Americans from UNICO National: the Largest Italian American Service Organization in the USA. Forms are available from OSSP. Please email ssp@uic.edu to request them.

    http://unico.org/scholarships.asp

   

• Gilman Study Abroad Scholarship, Info Session Wed. 2/24, Deadline 3/1

  Feb 22, 2016 10:45 am57 views

  Are you thinking of studying abroad?  Looking for funding?  The Gilman International Scholarship Program provides awards of up to $5,000 (plus up to a $3,000 supplement for critical languages) for U.S. citizen undergraduate students to pursue summer, semester or year-long study abroad and internship opportunities in other countries. This is a need-based award, and to be eligible students must be currently receiving a Federal Pell Grant at the time of application. Applicants must be studying or interning abroad for a minimum of four weeks in one country on a credit-bearing program.

  The Office of Special Scholarship Programs is willing to assist in reviewing your scholarship application material - in fact, we welcome the opportunity to help make your application more competitive! As such, we are offering two sessions about the Gilman Scholarship.

  The dates and times are:

  Gilman scholarship information session, Wednesday, February 3, 12-1,  SAO office, UH 502
  Learn about the Gilman scholarship, hear from staff from the Study Abroad Office, learn what it takes to apply and hear from past winners.

  Gilman Application Workshop, Wednesday February 24, noon, room UH 2550
  The Gilman is due March 1! Bring in your application for a final review.

  Students who cannot attend these sessions are also welcome to make appointments with OSSP to discuss their applications. If you are interested in summer, fall or academic year study, the deadline is March 1. For full scholarship eligibility criteria and the online application, please access the Gilman Program website at http://www.iie.org/gilman    

  Please note that you will need to meet with a study abroad advisor to certify your application.  Students can identify study abroad programs through the Study Abroad Office in 502 University Hall. You need to plan to attend a First Step Session to get the process started and sign up information can be found here: https://studyabroad.uic.edu/first-steps/  

  Students interested in exchange programs can find more information by visiting the Office of International Affairs in 509 University Hall or http://oia.uic.edu/students/exchange-program/list-of-exchange-options/ 

  The Gilman application deadline is March 1. To set up an appointment to talk about the Gilman, please email ssp@uic.edu Start planning now for an exciting experience studying abroad!

• Honors College Research & Travel Grants (Deadline 2/26)

  Feb 24, 2016 8:00 am347 views

  A significant advantage of being in the Honors College is access to money to support your undergraduate research or other scholarly projects. Please see your faculty research advisor right away and start on your applications for several grants-in-aid, which are all due on-line Friday, February 26, 2016. All applications must be read by and supported by a letter from your research faculty advisor.

  (1) Research grants: All forms of scholarship are supported, including Capstone Projects. Maximum award is $1,000, for expenditures incurred since August 24, 2015 or anticipated for projects planned for current or planned research projects. Reasonable research expenses may be covered (but not student stipends). Please submit your application here: https://uic.academicworks.com/opportunities/1818

  (2) Travel grants: Proposals will be considered for expenses associated with presentation of research at conferences (e.g., flight, hotel, poster preparation costs) up to $500. Please submit your application here: https://uic.academicworks.com/opportunities/1815

  Whether you are conducting scientific experiments, lab research, or surveys, whether you are analyzing data from field work such as participant observation or in-depth interviews, creating a set for a play, designing a building, or exploring historical archives, you may apply for funding to support your research, attend professional conferences, pay for your Research Forum poster, and so on. 

  Please read the award announcements carefully, and follow instructions for submission of rationale and methods, detailed budget and budget justification, letter of support, and so on. Submit your completed online application--include support letter--by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, February 26, 2016. The online system will be terminated at that time and no late applications will be accepted.

  Please direct questions to Eliza Callahan at eycas@uic.edu or 312-413-5987.

• Honors College Scholarships for Study Abroad, Due Fri. 3/18

  Mar 2, 2016 9:00 am78 views

  The Honors College offers two scholarships to support students studying abroad: Dean’s Scholarship for Study Abroad and Flaherty Scholarship. The scholarships are available in awards ranging from $500 to $2,500. To be eligible to apply for the scholarships, students must apply to a study abroad program endorsed by the UIC Campus and be a member of the Honors College. A cumulative UIC grade point average of 3.40 upon application for the scholarships is required. The deadline for programs taking place in Summer and Fall 2016 is Friday, March 18, 2016. You may submit your application here: https://uic.academicworks.com/opportunities/1862.  Contact Eliza Callahan at eycas@uic.edu with any questions.

• Scholarship for Summer Study in the UK

  Mar 11, 2016 8:30 am142 views

  Thomas Gale Scholarship for Kenyan and US students

  2 awards available for current undergraduate students ordinarily resident in the US - students will be able to apply for one of our 3 week summer school courses listed here.

  The scholarship is up to the value of £3000, covering;

  TuitionAccommodationFlightsVisa costs

  + a stipend for living costs.

  This is a need based award aimed at students who would not ordinarily be able to afford to come to SOAS Academic Summer School.

  The deadline for applications is March 31st.

  SOAS is part of the University of London and was formerly known as the School of Oriental and African Studies. Their Academic Summer School offers three and five-week courses taught by SOAS' world-renowned academics. Summer School courses are chosen from across the university, and are divided into five themes:

  Culture, Society and Area Studies  Development Studies and EnvironmentFinance, Economics and BusinessLawPolitics

• Phi Kappa Phi Graduate Fellowship, Apply by Sun. 3/20

  Mar 11, 2016 8:45 am43 views

  The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi currently awards fifty-one Fellowships of $5,000 each and six at $15,000 each to members entering the first year of graduate or professional study.  Senior members of Phi Kappa Phi planning to begin graduate study next fall who wish to apply for the Phi Kappa Phi Fellowship for Graduate Study must complete the application and submit recommendations to Phi Kappa Phi by March 20. Application materials can be accessed at https://www.phikappaphi.org/grants-awards/fellowship#.Vt4FF_krJD9. Please direct any fellowship questions to Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu

• Honors College Scholarship Deadlines Approaching, Fri. 3/18

  Mar 16, 2016 8:30 am129 views

  Honors College Scholarships

  Deadlines are coming up on Friday, March 18 for a variety of Honors College scholarships. Please note that many require a letter of recommendation so be sure to act soon if you are interested in applying.

  CLARA MARIE PAETZ PEARCE FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP for students in the College of Nursing.

  CEO SCHOLARSHIP FOR WOMEMEN IN ENGINEERING for full-time women engineering students.

  MARK A WYATT AWARD for Juniors majoring in Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, or Neuroscience who are aiming to enter Medical School. Deadline 3/21

  SALLY AND KEVIN DESOUZA FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP for students in the College of Business.

  SISTER DOROTHY DROBIS AWARD for students studying to become urban educators.

  All applications can be submitted through UIC SnAP (uic.academicworks.com) and more information on the scholarships can be found on the Honors College website (https://www.honors.uic.edu/scholarships/).

• McKelvie Scholarship for Government or Public Service, Apply by 4/1

  Mar 16, 2016 8:30 am156 views

  Are you interested in a career in government or public service?  Consider applying for the McKelvie Scholarship!

  What is it?

  The McKelvie Scholarship Committee invites applications for the annual McKelvie Scholarships for Government Service. Approximately twenty awards with stipends as high as $2000 will be awarded to both undergraduate and graduate students who will be full time students (twelve credit hours Fall and Spring) following receipt of the award and who are planning careers in government. The McKelvie mission is to promote and strengthen government service. This includes but is not confined to local, state, and federal government employment or careers.

  Criteria for Selection:

  Superior scholarship and academic standing   Evidence of commitment to a career in government. An illustration of past, current or future participation in government service and/or employment -- perhaps through an internship -- that is evidence of a commitment to a career in government.

  How to Apply:

  https://polisci.unl.edu/documents/McKelvie_App2009.pdf

  Deadline:

  April 1, 2016

  Please contact Molly Hildebrand at mhild@uic.edu for more information about the scholarship or for assistance developing your application.

• Hispanic Scholarship Fund Deadline is March 30th

  Mar 18, 2016 8:45 am112 views

  Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF): Application Deadline is March 30th

  In the 2015-2016 scholarship cycle, HSF selected more than 4,400 Scholars funded by many different companies and organizations.  The HSF application opens January 1st and allows students to apply for multiple scholarships with one application!  Awards range from $500-$5,000 and may be used for the institution and major of choice.  Create your MyHSF profile and get ready now, to apply for scholarships January 1st!

  Eligibility for the HSF Scholarship:

  Must be of Hispanic heritageU.S. citizen, permanent legal resident, DACA or eligible non-citizen (as defined by FAFSA)

  Minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for high school students; minimum of 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for college and graduate students

  Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited 4-year university in the fall of the desired scholarship year

  Complete FAFSA or Dream Act (if applicable)

  Learn more and apply at: https://my.hsf.net/en/users/sign_up 

• SAUIC Scholarship Awards for UIC students Deadline of April 1

  Mar 30, 2016 8:30 am990 views

  The Scholarship Association for UIC (SAUIC) has opened the applications for the following awards. The deadline for all awards is April 1. Students should apply for as many awards as they are eligible for. Most awards will be paid out over two semesters in Fall 2016 and Spring 2017. Click on the post for more details.  Please direct all questions to ssp@uic.edu

   

• Riddle Prize for Outstanding Graduating Seniors, Due Mon. 4/4

  Apr 1, 2016 9:00 am169 views

  RIDDLE PRIZE FOR OUTSTANDING GRADUATING SENIORS:  DUE MONDAY, APRIL 4

  The Donald and Leah Riddle Prize is awarded each year at Commencement to an outstanding graduating senior regardless of major field. Graduates from Summer 2015, Fall 2015 and Spring 2016 are eligible to apply. The award is based on academic excellence and leadership. The winner receives a bronze medallion and a $1,000 cash prize. The Riddle Prize is made each year in recognition of the former UIC Chancellor Donald Riddle and his wife Leah and honors the Riddles’ contribution to the campus.

  Click here to access the application for the Riddle Prize.

• LARES Tuition Award, Apply by Fri. 4/15

  Apr 11, 2016 9:00 am147 views

  Latin American Recruitment and Educational Services (LARES) program is currently soliciting applications for the Fall 2016 LARES Tuition Award. The goal for this award is to assist LARES students in obtaining a baccalaureate degree. Candidates are considered based on merit and leadership. Recipients may receive full or partial tuition waivers, depending on funds available.

  Note: Award does not cover university fees or study abroad.

  The LARES Tuition Award application is available in the scholarship section of the LARES website: lares.uic.edu

  The application and all supporting documents must be submitted to the LARES office (1200 W. Harrison, Suite 2640) by 4/15/16 by 5pm.

  Criteria*Students must have earned a minimum of 24 credits toward graduation at the time of application.

  *Transfer students must have earned a minimum of 12 credits toward graduation at UIC.

  *Students must maintain a full-time course load during the Fall 2016 semester.

  *Students must be in good academic standing with a recommended cumulative GPA of 3.00 minimum.

  *Be a US citizen or legal permanent resident.

  *See application for additional requirements and instructions.

  For more information please contact Iliana Miranda at imiran2@uic.edu.

   

• OSSP: Fulbright Week!

  Apr 13, 2016 5:45 pm574 views

  Fulbright Week!

  Join the Office of Special Scholarship Programs for a week of informative Fulbright sessions. Fulbright offers students the opportunity to study/research or teach English abroad. Students at all levels can attend any session.

  Fulbright Student Award Information Session
  Monday, April 11th, 12pm-1 in UH 850

  Fulbright English Teaching Assistantships Information Session
  Tuesday, April 12th, 12pm-1, in UH 850

  Panel of Past Fulbright Winners, Q & A session
  Wednesday, April 13th, 12pm-1 in UH 2550 (UPDATE)

  Thursday, April 14th, 4pm-5 in BH 114
  Fulbright Student Award Graduate College

  Can't make it to any of the sessions? No Worries! Just contact ssp@uic.edu for help with your Fulbright application!

• Columbia University's Bioethics Essay Contest

  Jun 14, 2016 8:30 am194 views

  Calling all undergraduates! Have something to say about BIOETHICS?

  Submit an original, 1,500-word opinion-editorial focusing on a current bioethical issue of your choice that falls within one of the following categories:

  $350

  Amazon gift card for the winning submission on CLINICAL ETHICS

  $350

  Amazon gift card for the winning submission on REPRODUCTIVE ETHICS

  $350

  Amazon gift card for the winning submission on GLOBAL CHALLENGES IN BIOETHICS

  Submit your essay here: 

  voicesinbioethics.org/submissions

  Submit by: June 30th, 2016

  Winners announced: August 15th, 2016

• Fulbright competition for going abroad in 17-18 is now open!

  Jul 13, 2016 3:15 pm61 views

  2017-2018 Application Cycle – OPEN!!!

  UIC Deadline: September 9, 2016

  Final deadline: October 11, 2016

  What you need to know now:

  Fulbright webinars can provide a great introduction to the Fulbright programs. In addition, you can reach out to Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu to discuss Fulbright.

  Webinars:

  July 7: Fulbright Clinton Public Policy Fellowship Introduction

  July 19: Applications in the Arts: Portfolio Information Session

  July 19: General Q&A for Fulbright U.S. Student Program 

  July 26: Study/Research: Statement of Grant Purpose & Letter of Affiliation

  July 27: Meet Fulbright- National Geographic Alumni

   2017-2018 Competition Webinar Schedule is now updated on the website http://us.fulbrightonline.org/component/events/?view=events  

  General webinars are uploaded to the U.S. Student Program website.  

  *NEW*Award Spotlight: Netherlands ETA (10)  

   Well-qualified U.S. Bachelor’s and Master’s graduates from all fields of study are welcome to apply. Preference will be given to candidates with previous teaching experience and plans to pursue a career in education. Applicants should be enthusiastic, highly motivated and flexible in order to successfully work with a team of teachers in several different classroom settings. Candidates are encouraged to include a capstone project proposal in their applications.Grantees will be placed in one or two secondary schools and/or middle vocational training schools throughout the Netherlands in areas with low populations of native English speakers. ETAs will spend between 20 and 24 hours each week teaching. In addition, grantees are required to carry out a supplementary project over the course of their grant. This can be in the form of creating an extracurricular club (language, sport, or culture club) or research project related to education. These projects will be presented at an end-of-year conference and complied for future ETAs to use as a resource. 

  Dutch language proficiency is not required. Some study of Dutch prior to arrival is encouraged. 

  For more information about this award, please contact Marla Mazer, Senior Program Manager, Fulbright U.S. Student Program (mmazer@iie.org or 212-984-5327).  

  Arts Applicants:

  All Arts applicants and those applying to the Young Journalism Program in Germany MUST submit Supplementary Materials in addition to their application in Embark. FPAs do not have access to view materials submitted through this portal. I encourage you to work with students on their portfolio BEFORE they upload it to this site. 

  The Supplementary Materials Upload Portal is NEW this year- please do not send applicants to last year’s site.

  Beth Powers

  Director, Office of Special Scholarship Programs

  ossp.uic.edu

  bpowers@uic.edu

   

• Summer 2017 Diversity Fellowship for 4-week study in London

  Jul 26, 2016 10:45 am292 views

  The Study Abroad Office is proud to announce this new fellowship offered through our academic consortium partner The Council for International Educational Exchange [CIEE] and the University of Pennsylvania’s Penn Center for Minority Serving Institutions.

  The fellowship will cover 100 percent of program fees and travel costs to study abroad for 4 weeks in London during the summer of 2017.

  Eligibility

  Open to all UIC students who:

  -are Pell eligible

  -demonstrate high academic achievement

   

  Course/credit

  Intercultural Communication and Leadership; 3 credits

   

  Application deadline is September 15th. For more information see the attachments below. 

• Schwarzman Scholars Webinars

  Aug 18, 2016 3:30 pm21 views

  Students interested in applying for the Schwarzman Scholarship should contact Beth Powers for more details on the UIC process at bpowers@uic.edu

  Inspired by the Rhodes Scholarship, Schwarzman Scholars is a highly selective international scholarship program designed to prepare future leaders for success in a world where China plays a key global role. The program will give selected scholars the opportunity to develop their leadership skills through a fully-funded one-year Master's Degree in Global Affairs at Tsinghua University – one of China's most prestigious universities. Schwarzman Scholars is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to:

  Access World-Class Curriculum and Faculty

  Learn Beyond the Classroom and Experience the Real China

  Engage in Multi-Dimensional Leadership Training

  Eligible applicants for Schwarzman Scholars must be between 18 and 28 years of age, be proficient in English, and have completed an undergraduate degree at the point of enrollment.Schwarzman Scholars is hosting the following webinars for prospective applicants throughout the summer, which will provide the opportunity to learn more about the fellowship and engage with members of the Schwarzman Scholars admissions team. Details and registration information for the webinars are below.

   

  Thursday August 25th

  4PMEDT

  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6663885263796528132

  September:

  Wednesday September 7th

  5PM EDT

  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1249350148418412548

  If you have any questions about the program or these events, please feel free to contact us at schwarzmanscholars.usacanada@iie.org.

• Honors College Fall 2016 Tuition Waiver, Applications Due 8/24

  Aug 22, 2016 9:30 am542 views

  Application for upper-classmen: Each semester, Honors College students with a UIC GPA of at least 3.5 are eligible to compete for a limited number of tuition waivers offered by the Honors College. Students are awarded these waivers based on a combination of merit and need. The Fall 2016 Tuition Waiver application deadline is August 24, 2016. Visit https://uofi.uic.edu/fb/sec/7230669 to apply

  Application for first-year students: For the first time the Honors College is proud to be able to offer a limited number of tuition waivers to incoming first year students. These scholarships are valued at up to full in-state tuition plus tuition differential (if applicable) for the Fall 2016 semester. Fees are not included in this award. Students are selected for these waivers based on a combination of merit and financial need. The waivers are specifically designed to assist students who may not receive sufficient financial aid through FAFSA. The Fall 2016 Tuition Waiver application deadline is August 24, 2016. Visit https://uofi.uic.edu/fb/sec/5384765 to apply.

  Contact Eliza Callahan at eycas@uic.edu with questions.

• Want to go abroad to research, study or teach in fall 2017?

  Aug 26, 2016 5:45 pm56 views

  It’s not too late to apply for the Fulbright Student Award, which offers the opportunity to study, research or teach abroad in 2017-2018.  To get the details attend one of our information sessions:

   

  Friday, August 26, 12-1; 2550 UH

  Fulbright Student Award Information Session

  OR

  Monday, August 29, 2-3, BH 121

  Fulbright Student Award Information Session

   

  UIC’s campus deadline is Sept. 9 –at this point, we need a draft of your 2 essays (at minimum), and we will guide you through refining your application until the final deadline of Oct. 11.

  You can also go into the Fulbright website, do some research and begin applying: us.fulbrightonline.org

  Students who cannot make the information sessions can contact Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu with questions or to make an appointment.

• CUR Biology Division Travel Awards, Apply by 9/2

  Aug 29, 2016 9:45 am80 views

  The Biology Division of the Council on Undergraduate Research (CUR) is offering a limited number of travel grants, up to $250 each, for undergraduate students presenting original biological research results at a regional or national, discipline-specific meeting during the fiscal year 2016-2017. Please visit http://www.cur.org/governance/divisions/biology_student_travel_awards/  for more information and the link to nominate. Interested students should contact Dr. Sara Hall at our@uic.edu for CUR member sponsorship.  Deadline is September 2 for meetings this fall and winter! 

• OSSP Info Sessions: Adventures Abroad, Rangel, Gilman, Boren, and other awards for study abroad, Fri. 9/2

  Aug 31, 2016 6:00 am106 views

  The Office of Special Scholarship Programs assists current undergraduate and professional school students with applying for awards, internships and other educational opportunities. Check out their upcoming information sessionsby clicking on this post. 

  If you find something on the listserv or through the website you wish to apply for, please contact OSSP, who will help you with the application process in all its steps. 312-355-2477,ssp@uic.edu

• DAAD Information Session, Tues. 9/13

  Sep 2, 2016 12:45 pm32 views

  For anyone interested in studying or conducting research in Germany, funding is available through DAAD, the German Exchange Service (https://www.daad.org/). UIC has an arrangement with DAAD, allowing our students to be evaluated by a campus committee, who provides an endorsement and ranking, which historically has secured funding for at least one UIC student. The campus deadline is October 19th for this opportunity.

  DAAD has dozens of different funding opportunities with various deadlines. Viable student applicants come from all disciplines, from Art History and Germanic Studies to Mechanical Engineering and Public Health. Marie Khan will be holding an information session on  Tuesday, September 13th in UH 650 at noon. Refreshments will be provided.

  At this workshop, Marie Khan will go over the following three particular options DAAD funds, and the award process:

  -          Study Scholarship for Architecture: Deadline is September 30th, 2016 (https://www.daad.org/?p=gradstudy); there is no campus committee evaluation for these applications and they are mailed overseas to Bonn, Germany

  -          Study Scholarship for Fine Art, Design, Film, Music, and Performing Arts: Deadline is October 31st, 2016 (https://www.daad.org/?p=gradstudy); there is no campus committee evaluation for these applications and they are mailed overseas to Bonn, Germany

  -          Study Scholarship for all other fields: UIC Deadline is October 19th, in preparation for the national deadline of Nov. 4th, 2016 (https://www.daad.org/?p=gradstudy)

  -          Research Grant for short/long term stay, for all other fields: UIC Deadline is October 19th, in preparation for the national deadline of Deadline of Nov. 4th, 2016 (https://www.daad.org/gradresearch) 

  Some eligibility points to consider:

  -applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents

  -applicants do not necessarily need to be fluent in German

  -for arts applicants, unfortunately, they are not able to be evaluated by our preliminary UIC committee. Anyone interested in this route however Marie Khan would be happy to meet with regardless

   Please contact both Beth Powers (bpowers@uic.edu) and Marie Khan (mkhanj@uic.edu) if you are an undergraduate planning to apply for the DAAD.

• Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship, Due Fri. 9/9

  Sep 7, 2016 3:30 pm95 views

  The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs is accepting applications from current Junior and Senior Undergraduate students for the Undergraduate UIC Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship. The award is $2,000 for the 2016-2017 academic year. 

  Information about the scholarship and the online application is available through UIC SnAP, the campus-wide scholarship management system. Students must login at uic.academicworks.com and complete the general application before addressing criteria specific to this opportunity.

  The application deadline is Friday, September 9. If you have any questions about this scholarship or the application process, please contact Kara Holloway at (312) 996-7140 or ovcsa@uic.edu.

• Rangel Int’l Affairs Graduate Fellowship Application Deadline Fast Approaching 9/19

  Sep 12, 2016 8:45 am10 views

  The application for the Rangel Graduate Fellowship application deadline is quickly approaching! The 2017 Rangel Fellowship application closes Monday, September 19th at 11:59PM EST.

   

  About the Fellowship

  The Rangel Graduate Fellowship Program provides benefits of up to $95,000 over two years toward a two-year master's degree, arranges internships on Capitol Hill and at U.S. embassies, and provides mentorship and professional development support. Fellows can use the fellowship to attend two-year master's programs in U.S. institutions to study an area of relevance to the Foreign Service, including international relations, public policy, public administration, economics, or business administration. Upon successful completion of the two-year fellowship and Foreign Service entry requirements, Fellows join the Foreign Service of the U.S. Department of State, embarking on a uniquely rewarding career of international service. Applicants must be college seniors or graduates planning to start two-year graduate programs in fall 2017 must have GPAs of at least 3.2, and must be U.S. citizens. The program welcomes any undergraduate major and encourages applications from members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service and those with financial need. Information and application materials can be found at www.rangelprogram.org.

  The Program is funded by the U.S. Department of State and administered by Howard University.     

  Questions?  Interested in applying? Contact Beth Powers in the Office of Special Scholarship Programs at bpowers@uic.edu. 

• Chicago Consular Corps (CCC) Scholarship, Apply by Fri. 9/30

  Sep 14, 2016 11:45 am44 views

  Chicago Consular Corps (CCC) Scholarship

  UIC students are invited to apply for the CCC Scholarship for the academic year 2016-2017. Fifteen successful applicants will each receive $1,000.00. Thirteen scholarships are available to UIC international degree seeking students. Two scholarships are available to full time, degree seeking American students. Eligible are UIC undergraduates and graduate students from all fields. Eligibility for the scholarship is limited to students who have a minimum cumulative UIC GPA of 3.5/4.0

  APPLICATION DEADLINE IS Friday, September 30, 2016

  Only complete applications will be considered. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that all parts of the application are received.

  Apply through UIC SnAP! At uic.academicworks.com  

  APPLICATION CHECKLIST The following checklist will make it easier for you to complete your application: 1. Academic Reference Form: The form must be completed by a college/university level professor/instructor and submitted through UIC SnAP app.

  Listing of academic awards or honors; clubs, activities and offices held; previous study/travel abroad; internships or volunteer work; and employment. This item can be a formal resume or similar document, which enables you to provide a description of yourself and your achievements in addition to the listing of courses and grades provided by your academic record (your transcript). There is no particular format required. A Statement of Goals (maximum of 500 words) explaining your academic and career goals, including any international aspects of such goals.

  For domestic students: Photocopy of applicant’s US passport page to include name, city of origin, and expiration date or another form of official ID. (uploaded into SnAP!) For foreign students: Photocopy of applicant’s passport page to include name, country and city of origin, & expiration date and copy of applicant’s foreign student visa page. (uploaded into SnAP!)

  You will be notified about the status of your application after 10/01/2016. Awardees are asked to participate of the CCC Award Ceremony to be held on mid-November at UIC.

  PLEASE NOTE THAT STUDENTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY TAXES INCURRED AS A RESULT OF RECEIVING THE CHICAGO CONSULAR CORPS SCHOLARSHIP.

• Office of External Fellowships at Illinois launching Fellowship Finder Database

  Sep 22, 2016 9:45 am37 views

  The Office of External Fellowships at Illinois is pleased to announce the launch of our new Fellowship Finder database.   Replacing our older Fellowship Opportunities database, Fellowship Finder features over 1,100 curated listings of grants and fellowships for graduate students.  It also offers new features that allow for faster and more targeted searches as well as sharing through social media.  We explain these features in our blog post,  Grad School 101: How to Find Fellowships That Are Right for You. 

  Any questions can be directed to Ken Vickery, PhD at vickery@illinois@edu. 

• Goldwater, NSF and other Science Scholarships Information Session, Tues. 9/27

  Sep 26, 2016 9:00 am132 views

  If you are interested in a career in research, you may want to consider the Goldwater and NSF scholarships. Sophomores and juniors interested in career in science, math or engineering research, should explore the Goldwater Scholarship (https://goldwater.scholarsapply.org/) ; and if you are planning on entering graduate school in in math, science engineering or ANY OF THE SOCIAL SCIENCES you should consider applying for the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship (http://www.nsfgrfp.org/).  The Office of Special Scholarship Programs (ssp@uic.edu) can provide assistance with the application process for both of these awards and others.

  How can you learn more?

  Attend an information session on these and other awards on Tuesday, September 27 at 12pm in 2650 UH.

  What is the Goldwater Scholarship?

  The Goldwater is a $7500 award for sophomores and juniors committed to earning PhDs or MD/PhDs in math, science or engineering. Students apply as undergraduates and the money must be used toward the following year(s)of undergraduate study. 

  What makes a good Goldwater Scholar?

  -very strong grades (3.8 or higher)

  -research experience

  -a commitment to a career in research

  What is the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program?

  The NSFGRFP is a 3 year graduate fellowship that offers partial tuition support and a $30,000 stipend to students pursuing research-based graduate degrees in math, science, engineering and most of the social sciences. Applied fields such as medicine, law, pharmacy, clinical psychology are not eligible. National NSFGRFP deadlines range between October 24 and November 3, depending on field of study.

  What makes a good NSF candidate?

  -a commitment to a graduate degree program

  -research experience

  -strong academic performance

  Students who are unable to attend the sessions or want to know more about the application process should review the application requirements online and contact Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu

• Ethics Essay Competition / Scholarship Opportunity, Due Mon. 10/3

  Sep 28, 2016 2:00 pm404 views

  Four awards of up to $3000 are available to students with a demonstrated interest in questions of value and meaning in contemporary life. To qualify, students must be full-time with a 3.0 GPA in any UIC undergraduate college. The application will consist of a letter of recommendation from a current UIC faculty member; a transcript; and an essay that demonstrates an ability to think carefully and write clearly about perennial questions. This award is administered by the Honors College but is open to all full-time undergraduates. Deadline for submissions is October 3rd. The scholarship application can be accessed at https://uic.academicworks.com/opportunities/3812. Please contact the dean of the Honors College at rkeen01@uic.edu for more information.

• Lincoln Academy Student Laureate Award for an Outstanding Senior

  Oct 5, 2016 8:30 am212 views

  UIC nominates one outstanding senior each year for the Lincoln Academy Student Laureate award. One student will be selected and honored in Springfield on Saturday, November 12. According to Academy materials, "In the spirit of Lincoln, Student Laureates are honored for their leadership and service in the pursuit of the betterment of humanity and for overall excellence in curricular and extracurricular activities."

  The application deadline is Monday, October 10, 2016.

  Candidates must meet the following criteria:

  -Graduating in December 2016 or May of 2017

  To apply:

  -Please access the application at https://uic.academicworks.com/opportunities/2386/applications/new

  -You must submit AT LEAST ONE AND UP TO EIGHT REFERENCES. You will submit their names and email addresses in the online application.  

  -You may nominate yourself or a faculty or staff member may nominate you. In both cases you must fill in the online application.

   

  Strong candidates tend to possess the following criteria:

  -Involved in curricular and extra-curricular activities

  -Have a record of leadership

  -Made a contribution to UIC as an undergraduate

  -Strong academic record (no minimum GPA)

  The Lincoln Academy Student Laureate receives the following:

  * The Lincoln Academy Student Laureate Medallion

  * A certificate of achievement, and

  * The Abraham Lincoln Civic Engagement Award in the amount of $1,000s

  Questions? Please contact Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu or ssp@uic.edu

• Truman, Pickering, McKelvie and other public service scholarships Info Session, Fri. 10/7

  Oct 5, 2016 8:30 am83 views

  If you are interested in a career in public service, the Truman, Pickering, McKelvie, and other public service scholarships offer opportunities for professional and personal growth and financial support.  Attend the upcoming information session to learn more!

  Truman and Public Service Scholarships session Friday, October 7 in 2550 UH at 12pm

  You will learn about the Truman, Pickering, McKelvie and other public service scholarships and more about how the Office of Special Scholarship Programs can help you apply.

  If you have questions or cannot attend the session, please reach out to Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu.

• Military Order of the Purple Heart Scholarship Opportunity

  Oct 7, 2016 9:00 am43 views

  Are you a combat veteran, or the child or grandchild of one?  The Military Order of the Purple Heart, an organization of combat-wounded military personnel, offers $2500 scholarships for Purple Heart recipients, their spouses, or their children or grandchildren. If you think you qualify and are interested, please contact Dean Keen at rkeen01@uic.edu for further information.

• APIASF AANAPISI Scholarship Due 10/31

  Oct 14, 2016 8:15 am107 views

  If you are of Asian American, Native American, or Pacific Islander decent, you should know that the APIASF AANAPISI Scholarship opens September 1, 2016. Moreover, the deadline for this scholarship is October 31, 2016 For help or more information please contact bpowers@uic.edu.

  Find the application on their website: http://www.apiasf.org/aanapisi.html

  More about the APIASF AANAPISI Schoalrship :

  The APIASF Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI) Scholarship Program is a collaboration with AANAPISIs and the communities they serve to provide scholarships, expand institutional capacity and mobilize local resources to help foster economic development.

  The APIASF AANAPISI Scholarship is available annually to students attending APIASF AANAPISI partner campuses listed below. The APIASF AANAPISI Scholarship Program is supported by The Coca-Cola Foundation, Educational Testing Service, General Mills Foundation, Hilton Worldwide, Honda, USA Funds, Walmart Foundation, and Wells Fargo.The APIASF AANAPISI Scholarship online application opens on September 1, 2016 and closes on October 31, 2016 at 11:59 PM EST. Scholarship awards range from one-time $2,500 awards to multi-year $5,000 awards. APIASF provides scholarships to underserved AAPI students with a special focus on those who:

  Live at or below the poverty level, or are otherwise of low socioeconomic status;

  Are the first in their families to attend college;

  Are representative of the AAPI community's diversity, geographically and ethnically, especially those ethnicities that have been underrepresented on college campuses due to limited access and opportunity; 

  Have placed strong emphasis on community service and leadership as well as solid academic achievement.