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• Youth Forward Scholarship Program (Apply by 11/30)

  Nov 23, 2020 1:15 pm51 views

• Women’s Leadership and Resource Center Tuition Waiver, Due Fri. 2/14

  Jan 31, 2014 7:30 am95 views

  Have you made significant contributions to the movement against domestic violence and sexual assault throughout the UIC campus and/or Chicago community? Or have you triumphed over personal experiences within these areas? If so you are encouraged to apply for the Women’s Leadership and Resource Center Tuition Waiver.  Deadline: Friday, February 14, 2014

• Women’s Leadership and Resource Center Tuition Awards, Due Fri. 10/30

  Oct 16, 2015 11:30 am41 views

  We are pleased to announce that financial awards towards tuition* are being awarded for undergraduate study at UIC for the Spring 2016 academic semester.  We at the Women’s Leadership and Resource Center want to recognize students that have made significant contributions to the movement against domestic violence and sexual assault throughout the UIC campus and/or Chicago community or who have triumphed over personal experiences within these areas. The goal of this award is to support women in their educational pursuits who have a great deal of financial need that is not being met by financial aid or loans. 

   We invite you to apply and to be considered for this tuition award.  A student must meet the following qualifications:

  - Must be a full time undergraduate degree seeking student who meets the requirements of UIC’s SAP policy. Please visit http://www.uic.edu/depts/financialaid/sap_policy.shtml for the details of this policy.
  - Must not have completed their degree requirements for graduation or already have earned a Bachelor’s degree. Applicants must be continuing UIC undergraduate students who have attended UIC for at least one semester.
  - Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and must qualify for Illinois resident tuition.
  - Must complete the 2015-2016 FAFSA and have financial need as determined by the FAFSA.
  - Applicants should have demonstrated both leadership and involvement in the movement against domestic violence and sexual assault throughout the UIC campus and/or Chicago community or have had personal experiences within these areas.

   If you are interested in applying, please visit https://wlrc.uic.edu/2015-2016-wlrc-tuition-award/ and complete the application.  The deadline is Friday, October 30, 2015. 

   * This award can only be applied towards tuition costs, excluding fees. For out-of-state students, the maximum tuition award will only cover the amount equivalent to in-state tuition.  The student will be responsible for the remaining balance.

   

• Women's Leadership and Resource Center Tuition Award, Due Fri. 9/12

  Sep 8, 2014 6:15 pm89 views

  We are pleased to announce that financial awards towards tuition* are being awarded for undergraduate study at UIC for the 2014-2015 academic year.  We at the Women’s Leadership and Resource Center want to recognize students that have made significant contributions to the movement against domestic violence and sexual assault throughout the UIC campus and/or Chicago community or who have triumphed over personal experiences within these areas. The goal of this award is to support women in their educational pursuits who have a great deal of financial need that is not being met by financial aid or loans. 

  We invite you to apply and to be considered for this tuition award.  A student must meet the following qualifications:

  • Must be a full time undergraduate degree seeking student who meets the requirements of UIC’s SAP policy. Please visit http://www.uic.edu/depts/financialaid/sap_policy.shtml for the details of this policy.
  • Must not have completed their degree requirements for graduation or already have earned a Bachelor’s degree. Applicants must be continuing UIC undergraduate students who have attended UIC for at least one semester.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and must qualify for Illinois resident tuition.

  • Must complete the 2014-2015 FAFSA and have financial need as determined by the FAFSA.
  • Applicants should have demonstrated both leadership and involvement in the movement against domestic violence and sexual assault throughout the UIC campus and/or Chicago community or have had personal experiences within these areas.

  If you are interested in applying, please fill out the attached application form and return it by mail, in person or by email to the UIC Women’s Leadership and Resource Center (M/C 363), Room 285, Roosevelt Road Building, Parking Lot Entrance, 728 W. Roosevelt Road, Chicago, IL 60607 or wlrc@uic.edu.  The application deadline is Friday, September 12, 2014. 

  You will be notified about the status of your application by September 26, 2014 the latest.  If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at 312-413-1025. 

  * This award can only be applied towards tuition costs, excluding fees. For out-of-state students, the maximum tuition award will only cover the amount equivalent to in-state tuition.  The student will be responsible for the remaining balance.

• Women in Defense HORIZONS Scholarship, Due 7/15

  Jun 3, 2014 7:30 am95 views

  The Women in Defense HORIZONS Scholarship is for female undergraduate and graduate students in a variety of fields, ultimately interested in a career related to defense and national security.  Applicants must be currently enrolled at an accredited university or college, either full-time or part- time.  Undergraduates must have attained at least junior level status (60 credits); minimum 3.25 gpa; must demonstrate financial need; must be a female US citizen.

  Deadline: July 15 Learn more at:http://wid.ndia.org/horizon/Pages/default.aspx 

• Womenetics Advancing Aspirations Global Scholarship Essay Competition, Due 8/23

  Jun 19, 2015 9:45 am128 views

  The Womenetics Advancing Aspirations Global Scholarship (AAGS)<https://www.womenetics.com/Events/Scholarships> is a $15,000 essay competition that engages young people in pressing women's issues and connects students with thought leaders in impactful roles. The competition, sponsored by Discover, is open to all undergraduates and requires entrants to write a 2,500 word essay on one of five prompts related to business issues affecting women. Five finalists will be chosen, and of these finalists, one grand prize winner will receive $5,000 and four runners-up will receive $2,500. The five finalists will be invited to attend, expenses paid, the 2015 Womenetics Global Women's Initiative in Chicago, where the winner will be announced. Deadline for entries is August 23, 2015. Visit www.womenetics.com/Events/Scholarships for more information. Follow the conversation on Twitter or Instagram with #advancingaspirations and tag @womenetics or like the Facebook page for updates at www.facebook.com/WomeneticsAAGS.

  Womenetics and Discover Financial Services are offering five undergraduates a total of $15,000 through the Advancing Aspirations Global Scholarship (AAGS)<https://www.womenetics.com/Events/Scholarships>. With this award-winning<http://www.prdaily.com/awards/specialedition/278.aspx> essay competition, Womenetics and Discover encourage students to research and become aware of global issues that affect women in business.

  In addition to the prize money, the five finalists will be invited on an expense-paid trip to share their insights at the 2015 Global Women's Initiative - where the grand prize winner will be announced - in Chicago on Nov. 13. At the conference, finalists will attend the VIP reception, participate in a panel discussion about their research and personal ambition, and connect with thought leaders in impactful roles. Finalists will also be featured on www.Womenetics.com<http://www.Womenetics.com>.

  The 2015 Global Women's Initiative will convene international thought leaders to explore Confidence is Key: Solutions for Building the Bench. This year's conference will explore how to better retain women in corporate talent pipelines, focusing on ways that companies can encourage and sustain female leadership in the workforce. Discussions will examine how attention by employers to the intersection between professional and personal realities is essential for companies to fully leverage diverse talent and for women in business to successfully grow and lead.

  Corresponding with that theme, students can choose from 5 essay prompts about:

  *         Career growth and flexible workplace initiatives

  *         How to make gender diversity an enterprise-wide effort

  *         Employee well-being and company success

  *         Developing key competencies in the next generation of leaders

  *         P&L responsibility gap among female leaders

   

  The competition is open to all undergraduates currently enrolled at accredited colleges and universities, and we hope you will encourage potentially interested students at University of Illinois at Chicago to apply. Below is a short, 100-word description that you can copy verbatim and share with the university community via email or on social media. ***********************************************************************************

   

  Please contact Christian Hill (chill@womenetics.com) or Mary Catherine Thomson (mcthomson@womenetics.com) or call 404-816-7224 with any questions.

• Women and Scholarships Info Session, Tues. 9/9 at 3pm, 650 UH

  Sep 8, 2014 5:45 pm63 views

  Cosponsored by the Women's Leadership and Resource Center and the Office of Special Scholarship Programs

  Tues, 9/9 at 3PM, 650 UH

  Questions?  Contact sheena@uic.edu. 

• WISE Scholarships, Deadline Extended to 3/14 and 3/15

  Mar 5, 2014 3:15 pm74 views

  DEADLINE Extended for the THREE WISE Scholarships now available: 
  *** 2014 Ann Sluzas Martin Scholarship
  
  Thanks for the generosity of the John and Arlene Norsym family, WISE is pleased to offer one $1,000 scholarship to a woman who is a caregiver. This scholarship targets women full-time undergraduate students at UIC who are majoring in engineering and is a mother or full-time caregiver.
  
  For full details on requirements, please visit:https://uic.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_cBUAwWgfWUClt09
  
  **** 2014 Patricia Frank Scholarship
  
  Thanks for the generosity of UIC alumna, Patricia Frank, WISE is pleased to offer two $1,000 scholarships. These scholarships targets women full-time undergraduate students at UIC who are majoring in science, technology, engineering or mathematics.
  
  For full details on requirement, please visit: https://uic.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_8IB759hbbu8dm9n 
  

• William J. Clinton Fellowship and America India Foundation, Due Sat. 2/1

  Jan 28, 2014 4:15 pm37 views

  The selection process for the Fellowship is designed to identify candidates with an interest in serving India, the maturity and flexibility to work and live effectively in India, the experience to make meaningful contributions to NGOs and social enterprises in India, and the leadership potential to become leaders on development issues.  Click on the post to view more.

• Wanxiang Fellows Program in China – Application Deadline: Oct 31

  Oct 23, 2018 2:15 pm59 views

• Want to go abroad to study, research, or teach English after graduation? Fulbright Info Session, Thurs. 4/23

  Apr 22, 2015 5:00 pm82 views

  Immediately after World War II in 1946, Congress created the Fulbright Program, to foster mutual understanding among nations through educational and cultural exchange. Students participate in English teaching or a self-designed program of study that can include research, university coursework, art projects, language study and more. The grants are available to over 150 countries, and generally provide round-trip transportation, language or orientation courses, maintenance for the academic year, and supplemental health and accident insurance. Applicants must be U.S. citizens who hold a BA or BS by the beginning of the grant period. The UIC deadline will be early in the Fall semester of 2015 for the 2016-17 year, so now is the perfect time for Juniors to start exploring the option!

  Fulbright Fellowship Panel of UIC alumni winners
  Wednesday, April 22/ 12:30pm /650 University Hall
  Lunch will be provided.  RSVP is required at ssp@uic.edu.

  Fulbright Student Award Information Session
  Thursday, April 23/ 3:00pm / 850 University Hall 

  Begin your research now…Fulbright Student Award: http://us.fulbrightonline.org/  

  Questions?  Contact Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu. 

• 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.

• Virginia M. Wagner Educational Award – Extended Deadline: Jan 31

  Jan 24, 2019 1:45 pm104 views

• Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Scholarships, Due Mon. 3/31

  Mar 21, 2014 10:00 am177 views

  The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs (OVCSA) is accepting applications for seven competitive scholarship awards available to students across all colleges and academic disciplines:

  •             Supporting Excellence Endowment (S.E.E.) Scholarship

  •             Dr. Thomas Beckham Memorial Scholarship

  •             TCF Bank Scholarship

  •             Gordon J. Flesch Memorial Scholarship

  •             University of Illinois Alumni Association Pier Scholar Award

  •             Rundgren Foundation Scholarship

  •             Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship

  Each scholarship provides between $1,000 and $5,000 to the recipients for the 2014-2015 year.  Information about each scholarship and the online application are available on the OVCSA website at http://www.uic.edu/depts/ovcsa/scholarships.shtml . 

  The application deadline is Monday, March 31, 2014.  If you have any questions about the scholarships or the application process, please contact Kara Holloway in the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs at (312) 996-7140 or ovcsa@uic.edu. 

• US-UK Fulbright Summer Institute Award Programmes, Due 2/27 or 3/6

  Feb 10, 2014 11:30 am128 views

  Participants in the 2014 UK Fulbright Summer Institutes will get the opportunity to experience an exciting academic program at a highly regarded UK University, explore the culture, heritage and history of the UK and develop their academic ability by improving presentation, research and communication skills.  There are nine Summer Programmes available for US students in 2014 and candidates apply for one of their choosing.  The Summer Institute will cover the majority of the participant costs.  View the post to read more.

• USAID Payne Fellowship Application Announcement: Oct. 1, 2016- Jan. 20, 2017

  Nov 14, 2016 9:15 am16 views

  The Payne Fellowship is now open!!!

  The application can be found at www.paynefellows.org and will remain open until January 20, 2017.

  The Donald M. Payne International Development Graduate Fellowship seeks to prepare young people for careers in international development as Foreign Service Officers in USAID.  USAID has expanded the program, which selected three fellows in 2013, and will offer up to ten fellowships in 2017.  We would like to ask for your support in our outreach and recruiting for the upcoming cohort of Payne Fellows.  Attached is a program flyer, annual newsletter, and document with tips to help them prepare a competitive application for you to share with any interested candidates.  If you would like hard copies of these material, please do not hesitate to email our office and we will gladly send physical copies of this promotional material.  The best way for potential applicants to learn more about the programs is through our website at www.paynefellows.org.  They can also feel free to contact us directly by e-mail (paynefellows.org) or phone (202-806-5952).  We are pleased to answer any questions. 

  The Payne Fellowship Program provides benefits of up to $94,000 over two years toward a two-year master's degree, arranges internships in Washington D.C. and at USAID missions overseas, and provides professional development and support activities leading to employment in USAID.  Fellows may use the fellowship to attend a two-year master's program in a U.S. institution to study an area of relevance to the USAID Foreign Service, including international relations, public policy, agriculture, environmental sciences, health, business administration, economics, or urban planning at a graduate or professional school approved by the Payne Program.  At the end of the two-year fellowship, Fellows enter 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.  Applicants must be college seniors or graduates looking to start graduate school in the fall of the year they apply, have GPAs of at least 3.2 and be U.S. citizens. The program welcomes applications from those with any undergraduate major. 

• Urban Public Policy Fellowship (UPPF) Program Accepting Applications through FRIDAY, MAY 19

  May 17, 2017 12:15 pm92 views

• Upper Midwest Honors Council Web Design/Intern Student Award – Application Deadline: May 20

  May 15, 2019 2:30 pm43 views

• Upcoming Scholarship Info Sessions: Study Abroad and Critical Language, and Truman / Public Service

  Oct 1, 2014 5:45 am98 views

  The Office of Special Scholarship Programs has a variety of scholarship information sessions coming up in the next couple weeks:

  Truman and Public Service SSP Information Session
  Information about various funded opportunities available to students committed to public service
  Thursday, 10/2 at 2pm, 2650 University Hall

  Critical Language and Study Abroad Scholarship Information Session
  Information about funded opportunities for critical language study and exchange
  Thursday, 10/2 at 3pm, 2550 University Hall

  Questions?  Can't attend and want more information?  Contact Sheena Miller at sheena@uic.edu.

  View the full list of Fall 2014 OSSP Info Sessions here: http://www.uic.edu/depts/oaa/ssp/2014%20fall%20scholarship%20information%20sessions%20calendar.pdf.

• Upcoming Scholarship Info Sessions

  Sep 16, 2015 7:00 am49 views

  The Office of Special Scholarship Programs is hosting the following upcoming Info Sessions about scholarships and awards:

  Women and Scholarships
  Tuesday, 9/22
  4:00 - 5:00 pm
  850 University Hall

  Asian American Students and Scholarships
  Thursday, 9/24
  4:00 - 5:00 pm
  850 University Hall

  Goldwater, National Science Foundation, and other Science, Engineering and Health Scholarships
  Tuesday, 9/29
  3:00 - 4:00 pm
  850 University Hall

  Learn more at https://www.uic.edu/depts/oaa/ssp/.  Contact ssp@uic.edu with questions. 

• Upcoming Fellowships from the Office of External Fellowships

  May 17, 2021 3:00 pm79 views

• University of Michigan Summer 2019 Research Programs

  Nov 29, 2018 2:45 pm166 views

• University of London Summer School Scholarships, Due Fri. 3/13

  Feb 20, 2015 10:15 am6 views

  SOAS, University of London offers a limited number of scholarships for participation in academic courses which are part of sessions 2 and 3 of the SOAS Academic Summer School 2015 programme. These scholarships are in the form of partial fee waivers to current university students. The scholarships are designed to provide students who excel academically but may need some financial assistance with the opportunity to study at the SOAS Academic Summer School. Applications are open to home/EU or international students.

  Learn more at http://www.soas.ac.uk/summerschool/subjects/soas-academic-summer-school-scholarship-information.html. 

• University of Illinois Avery Brundage Scholarship for athletics, Due Feb. 9

  Dec 8, 2014 4:30 pm8 views

  University of Illinois Avery Brundage Scholarship - scholarship for students at the three U of I campuses with demonstrated athletic ability, where athletics has played a significant part in their development - Deadline: February 9 - website: https://www-s.usp.uillinois.edu/brundage/default.aspx 

• United Airlines UIC Study Abroad Scholarship

  Mar 7, 2019 1:45 pm299 views

• Undocumented Students and Scholarships, Wed. 10/14

  Oct 9, 2015 5:30 pm50 views

  Undocumented Students and Scholarships

  This scholarship informational session is open to all students who are undocumented.  This info session will be held in the LARES Office in SSB from 12:00p.m.-1:00p.m. Date: October  14, 2015

  Questions? Can't attend but woudl like more information?  Contact Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu. 

• Undergraduate Theatre Scholar Awards

  Sep 24, 2015 9:15 am8 views

  KCACTF is pleased to announce a new awards program for undergraduate theatre scholars attending KCACTF participating institutions. In order to further student activity in the discipline of scholarship, this program will encourage and reward research and scholarly writing among undergraduates throughout the nation. Research Papers on all areas of the art and craft of Theatre, the outcome of class assignments or students' own research interests, will be reviewed by KCACTF appointed readers for cash awards, KCACTF National Festival residencies and professional development opportunities.

   For more info, please visit: http://web.kennedy-center.org/education/kcactf/awards/UndergraduateTheatre#main_content

   

• UIC Truman Scholarship Deadline Extended to Friday, Nov. 6

  Oct 16, 2015 8:30 am41 views

  The Truman is a $30,000 award for graduate/professional study for students who want careers in public service at a leadership level. Students interested in learning about the Truman should check out the website generally: www.truman.gov and review the sample application: http://www.truman.gov/sample-application-forms/

  Students wishing to apply should reach out to Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu for a short conversation about eligibility and access to the online application.  

  Note: References ARE REQUIRED for the campus nomination. You must submit at least 3, but you can submit more. The letters are very specific to certain qualities about you and to experiences you write about in your application.

  You can find more information on the letters of reference on this page. http://www.truman.gov/guidance-letters-recommendation/

  Please contact Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu with any questions.

• UIC Student Affairs Scholarships - Deadline Monday, March 27

  Mar 22, 2017 8:00 am114 views

• UIC Scholarship Opportunities (Applications due January 20, 2020)

  Jan 8, 2020 3:30 pm1023 views

• UIC Scholarship Opportunities (Applications due January 20)

  Nov 5, 2019 9:00 pm86 views

• UIC Scholarship for Law School Applicants, Due Fri. 10/2

  Sep 23, 2015 1:00 pm15 views

  If you are applying to law school for fall 2016, apply for the Chicago Bar Association law scholarship. The deadline is Friday October 2nd.  Eligible applicants should meet the following criteria:

  UIC Chicago Bar Association Entertainment (Law School) Committee SAUIC (deadline Friday October 2nd)

  Must be earning an undergraduate degree from UICAny major is eligible
  Must be planning to enter law school in Fall 2016
  Recognition will be given to students with a record of involvement and participation in theatrical and music activities on campus or in their communities

  The application is available at https://uic.academicworks.com/opportunities/74 and directions for the application can be found there as well.  Please direct any questions you have to Beth Powers, Director of the Office of Special Scholarship Programs, at bpowers@uic.edu.

• UIC Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship (for Juniors and Seniors) – Deadline 9/18

  Sep 14, 2020 3:00 pm56 views

• UIC Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship - Apply by Sunday 9/22

  Sep 16, 2019 2:30 pm478 views

• UIC Deadline for British Scholarships Extended to May 26

  May 13, 2015 4:00 pm77 views

  It’s not too late! OSSP has extended the British scholarships deadline to May 26!!!

  If you are interested in studying in the UK after graduating, please contact Beth Powers (bpowers@uic.edu) about the great opportunities offered by the Rhodes, Marshall, Gates Cambridge and Mitchell scholarships. You will need to obtain UIC’s application forms at bpowers@uic.edu if you would like to apply.

  The UK & Ireland

  The British scholarships include the Rhodes, Marshall, Gates Cambridge and Mitchell. These awards give you the opportunity to study at a British university for 1-4 years. Strong candidates typically have a 3.7 GPA or higher, a record of service and leadership, and strong academic qualifications for what they are proposing to study in the UK.

  Fulbright

  While the Fulbright deadline is not until fall (Sept. 11), early planning is essential. Fulbright offers the opportunity to teach or do research/study abroad.

  Begin your research now…

  Fulbright Student Award http://us.fulbrightonline.org/

  Gates Cambridge Scholarship http://www.gatescambridge.org/

  Marshall Scholarship http://www.marshallscholarship.org/

  Rhodes Scholarship http://www.rhodesscholar.org/

  Mitchell Scholarship http://www.us-irelandalliance.org/content/3/en/George%20Mitchell%20Scholarship%20Program%20%7c%20US-Ireland%20Alliance.html

  Post-baccalaureate opportunities http://www.uic.edu/depts/oaa/ssp/GapYear.htm

  Summer is a great time to explore scholarships with fall deadlines. If you are interested in discussing any of these awards, please contact Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu

• UIC Campus Deadline for British Scholarships for graduate study in the UK, Fri. 4/25

  Apr 18, 2014 8:30 am31 views

  British Scholarships: The Rhodes, Marshall, Mitchell and Gates Cambridge Scholarships offer students the opportunity to study in the UK for 1-2 years. These highly competitive awards seek students with a 3.7 gpa or higher with a record of research, service and leadership. UIC selects candidates in the spring to help prepare them for fall deadlines. UIC deadline: April 25, 2014

  Gates Cambridge Scholarship: funds graduate study at Cambridge: http://www.gatescambridge.org/

  Marshall Scholarship: funds 2 year graduate study at any British university: http://www.marshallscholarship.org/

  Mitchell Scholarship: funds a year of graduate study at any Irish university: http://www.us-irelandalliance.org/

  Rhodes Scholarship: funds 2 year graduate study at the U. of Oxford: http://www.rhodesscholar.org/

  Want more information on nationally-competitive awards? Contact OSSP at 312-355-2477 to schedule an appointment with Beth Powers  to discuss your opportunities!

• UI Avery Brundage Scholarship for Student Athletes, Due Mon. 2/10

  Feb 3, 2014 5:45 pm11 views

  University of Illinois Avery Brundage Scholarship - scholarship for students at the three U of I campuses with demonstrated athletic ability, where athletics has played a significant part in their development - Deadline: February 10, 2014 - website: https://www-s.usp.uillinois.edu/brundage/default.aspx 

• Udall Scholarship for the Environment or Native American Concerns, Due Fri. 2/7

  Jan 28, 2014 5:30 pm43 views

  If you are passionate about working for the environment or if you are Native American and committed to tribal policy or Native American healthcare, consider applying for the Udall Scholarship.  View this post to read more.

• Udall Scholarship for the Environment or Native American Concerns, Due Fri. 2/20

  Feb 13, 2015 12:15 pm19 views

  The Udall Scholarship, UIC deadline is Feb. 20, 2015!

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

  The Udall is a $5000 scholarship for sophomores or juniors in two categories: 

  1) Students interested in careers related to the environment; 

  2) Native American students interested in careers in tribal public policy or health policy. 

  What makes a student a good Udall Scholarship candidate? If you answer ‘yes’ to these questions, you check out the website and consider applying! Questions? Want help applying? Please follow up with Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu

  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?

  Consider the Udall Scholarship. To learn more, click on the category below that best fits your interests and goals.

  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.

  Don’t hesitate! Check out the website, follow up with bpowers@uic.edu and APPLY!

• 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. 

   

• Tylenol Future Care Scholarship Program, Due 6/15

  May 30, 2014 7:45 am167 views

  40 scholarships available to future healthcare professionals in the amounts of either $5,000 (30 awards) or $10,000 (10 awards).  Applicants must have completed at least one year of undergraduate or graduate course study by the Spring of 2014 at an accredited two or four year college, university or vocational-technical school in the US.  Must be pursuing a healthcare related degree.  Selection is based on leadership qualities, academic excellence and community involvement.

  Deadline: June 15.  For more information, see the website: http://scholarship-positions.com/tylenol%C2%AE-scholarship-program/2010/05/02/#ixzz2UnlB11sR 

• TYLENOL® Future Care Scholarship, Due Tues. 6/30

  Jun 4, 2015 8:15 am149 views

  Each year the makers of TYLENOL® award annual scholarships to well deserving students pursuing careers in healthcare. Twenty-three years and over eight million dollars later, we’re proud to continue a tradition that supports those dedicated to a lifetime of caring for others. For more information visit: http://www.tylenol.com/news/scholarship?id=tylenol/news/subptyschol.inc  Deadline: June 30, 2015

• Two Scholarships for First-Year Students – Applications due 9/16!

  Sep 9, 2020 3:30 pm233 views

• Truman Scholarship for Careers in Public Service, Deadline 10/26

  Oct 8, 2014 4:00 pm55 views

  Are you committed to public service?  Apply for the Truman and Public Service Scholarships!

  The Truman is a $30,000 scholarship for juniors who are committed to careers in public service at a leadership level. Students apply during their third year and if they win, the money is applied to graduate/professional school studies.  The Truman Foundation conceives of public service broadly. It could be activism, science research, community leadership, elected office, government employment, education, policy, urban issues -the list goes on.

  The deadline is October 26.  You can find more information at www.truman.gov  and http://www.uic.edu/depts/oaa/ssp/truman

  The Office of Special Scholarship Programs assists current undergraduate and professional school students with applying for awards, internships and other educational opportunities. If you are interested in this award, please contact OSSP, who will help you with the application process in all its steps: 312-355-2477, 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.

• Three Information Sessions About US Fulbright Scholar Program - April 11, 13, and 19

  Apr 10, 2017 4:15 pm60 views

• Three Honors College Scholarships Now Available--Deadline Approaching! (Apply by 3/15) (repeat)

  Mar 10, 2021 3:00 pm195 views

• The Science Ambassador Scholarship

  Nov 23, 2016 12:45 pm128 views

  A full tuition scholarship for a woman seeking an undergraduate degree in science, engineering, or math, funded by Cards Against Humanity.

  Scholarship funds will be provided from Cards Against Humanity’s Science Pack—a 30–card expansion pack co–authored with Saturday Morning Breakfast Cereal’s Zach Weinersmith and Bad Astronomy’s Phil Plait.

  The winner of the Science Ambassador Scholarship will receive full tuition coverage for up to four years.  

  To apply, submit a three–minute video of yourself explaining a topic in science you are passionate about.

  Here are details: http://www.scienceambassadorscholarship.org/

• Thermo Fisher Scientific Scholarships for Life Science Undergrad or Grads, Due Aug. 1

  Jul 29, 2014 6:15 am259 views

  Thermo Fisher is offering two (2) $10,000 scholarships and four (4) $5,000 scholarships, to be awarded to undergraduate and graduate students with a declared major of biology, chemistry, biochemistry, or a related life-science field. Students must have a GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) and be enrolled in an accredited college or university for the Fall 2014 semester. Open to U.S. residents and students who have visas to study in the US. Deadline: August 1, website: http://www.pierce-antibodies.com/PierceScholarship/index.cfm

• The Next Great Travel Writer Competition, Due Sun. 2/5

  Jan 30, 2017 4:00 pm105 views

  This winter, we’re making it our mission to find the best new writing talent out there – and we’re teaming up with Penguin to do it! So whether you’re a student with editorial ambitions or you spend your days jotting down notes on your next voyage, we’re giving you the perfect platform to tell us all about it, and also have the chance to win a one-on-one session with a Penguin editor.

  How to Enter:

  Tell us about a travel experience unlike any other

  We’ve handpicked five top judges from the worlds of travel and publishing to help us to choose our lucky winner. In your writing, they’ll be on lookout for style, flair and true travel panache. There’s also a special prize for our favourite student piece, so make sure to tell us if you’re a student (and you’ll still be eligible to win the main prize!).

  Requirements:

  This piece needs to be unique to the competition, which means you can’t submit something you’ve published elsewhere

  We’re looking to showcase the talent of aspiring writers, young or old. If you’re already paid to write about travel, then this isn’t the competition for you

  You can only enter once – so take your time before submitting your entry

  Entries close at 11:59PM (EST) on February 5th 2017 – we will not accept anything submitted after that date

  You have to be over 18 and a US resident to enterStudents can win the main prize. However, if a student is awarded the main prize, then the runner up in the student category, as decided by the judges, will be awarded the student prize

  Grand Prize: 

  A session with a Penguin editor & $1500: The winner will get a money-can’t-buy one hour session with a Penguin editor, packed with top tips, feedback on your work and advice on how to make it as a writer

  An additional bonus $500 prize for the best entry by a current university or college student

  The application can be found at https://www.travelex.com/travelex-hub/competitions/next-great-travel-writer-2017