This newsletter contains information about the following opportunities:
Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence
in Education Program
This is a national scholarship program that
supports undergraduate students planning careers in natural sciences, math, and
engineering. The Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education
Foundation accepts applications only through participating universities via
designated nominating officials. The College holds an internal competition to
select nominees for the national Goldwater competition and The Foundation
selects approximately 300 winners each year from all over the United States.
Eligibility criteria:
- Current sophomore or junior
- Planning a career in natural
sciences (Astronomy, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental
Science, Geology, Physics), Mathematics, Cognitive Science, or
Neuroscience
- Successful nominees have had
College GPAs of 3.900 or higher
- Must be a US citizen, resident
alien, or US national
November 8, 2013 4 p.m.: All materials due
Information
available at:
http://college.indiana.edu/undergrad/scholarships/cri_barryGoldwater.shtml. Questions?
Contact the Undergraduate Academic Affairs Office, Owen Hall 102/104, 855-1647.
Carnegie Junior Fellows Program
The Carnegie Endowment accepts applications
only through participating universities via designated nominating officials.
Each participating university may nominate only two students each year. The
College's faculty selection committee will review all applications and will
forward up to two nominations to the Carnegie Endowment.
Eligibility criteria:
- Graduating college seniors or students who have
graduated within the past academic year but who have not begun graduate
studies
- Demonstrated interest in and completion of a
significant amount of coursework in international affairs, political
science, economics, history, or Russian, Chinese, Middle Eastern or South
Asian Studies
- Eligible and able to work in the United States for a
full 12 months from August 1 through July 31. Note: Students on F-1 visas
who are eligible to work in the US for the full year may apply
- High academic merit, including a minimum College GPA
of 3.750
November 8, 2013 4 p.m.: All materials due
Information
available at:
http://college.indiana.edu/undergrad/scholarships/cri_carnegie.shtml. Questions?
Contact the Undergraduate Academic Affairs Office, Owen Hall 102/104, 855-1647.
Jane Bosart College Emergency Scholarship
This scholarship was created to provide
financial assistance to undergraduate students in the College who encounter a
significant financial hardship as they approach graduation that may affect
their ability to complete their degree. Applications are reviewed and awards are made on a
rolling basis.
Eligibility criteria:
- Indiana resident with a
documented financial hardship
- Current full-time status at IUB
or in an IU-administered or IU co-sponsored overseas study program
- Minimum College GPA of 2.750 at
the time of application and be in good academic standing
- Be eligible to graduate within three
semesters of receiving an award
- Have consulted with Student
Central on Union regarding other financial options
Information
and application forms are available at:
http://college.indiana.edu/undergrad/scholarships/cri_bosart.shtml. Questions?
Contact the Undergraduate Academic Affairs Office, Owen Hall 102/104, 855-1647.
2014 Malmberg Scholarship for Study in Sweden
This scholarship is to provide
financial assistance to a U.S. resident whose work would be enhanced by study
and/or research in Sweden for up to one year. The scholarship is granted
for studies pertaining to the applicant’s primary area of interest, with
attention to Swedish America and/or the relationship between Sweden and the
United States. The project schedule must fall between the dates of June 1,
2014, and August 31, 2015. Project duration depends on the individual proposal
(see application). Scholarships are usually granted for a full academic year
term (nine months), but can also be awarded shorter periods. Before applying,
the applicant must establish contact with a Swedish university or other
educational or research institution(s) or organization(s). A letter of
invitation or affiliation from the Swedish institution/organization must
accompany the application. The award is contingent upon acceptance to the
program on which the applicant has based their application.
September 1: Applications
accepted
November 15: Application Forms deadline
Questions? American Swedish Institute: T
612-871-4907 | ASImn.org
Spokeo Connections
Scholarship
Submit
an original essay to apply for a one-time scholarship of $1,000 from this
organization. Eligibility: full-time student with a GPA of 3.0 or above; and
must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. For more details and how to
apply visit http://www.spokeo.com/spokeo-connections-scholarship
Spring
2014 Submissions Due: November
20th, 2013 11:59 p.m.
Fall
2014 Submissions Due: July 1st, 2014 11:59 p.m.
Conference Funding: Up to $500 for Jewish Studies Major,
Certificate, and Hebrew Minor Students
The
Robert A. and Sandra S. Borns Jewish Studies Program announces conference
funding for Jewish Studies major, certificate, and Hebrew minor students for
the 2013-14 year. Funding of up to $500 is available to defray the costs
associated with attending conferences or extracurricular professional
development programs related to Jewish Studies. Students are eligible for one
conference funding award per academic year. Funds are limited. Applications
will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis.
To
Apply: No later than one
month before the funds are needed and preferably earlier, submit to Jewish Studies Program (Goodbody Hall 326,
855-0453) or email to clipsonw@indiana.edu:
1)
one page
statement describing the conference/program and explaining how it will
contribute
to the applicant’s Jewish Studies education and/or Jewish
Studies career objectives;
2)
reference
from a Jewish Studies faculty member (can be sent separately);
3)
budget,
explaining what the funds will be used for
