PhD scholarships available at the Department of Chemistry, University of Copenhagen

The Department of Chemistry at University of Copenhagen is offering 3- or 4-year PhD scholarships, to commence from 1st of June 2013 or later.  Job descriptionKey tasks for PhD students at the Department of Chemistry are:  Research: the research project should occupy most of the time Teaching is an essential part of PhD training in the department (800 hours during 3 years) Participation in PhD courses is required (30 ECTS) Preparation and submission of articles and the PhD thesis A stay at another research institution, possibly abroad   Key criteria for the assessment of candidates  A master´s and/or honours bachelor (4 year) degree within chemistry (or with a strong component of chemistry) Professional qualifications relevant to the PhD project Relevant work experience, including teaching, dissemination and research Teaching skills Language skills (fluency in Danish or English) Interpersonal skills Other professional activities Time taken to obtain your degrees   For applicants applying with an honours (4-year) bachelor degree, the grades obtained during the bachelor program will be considered. Qualifications required The scholarships are open to Danish and international applicants. Normally, we expect applicants to have obtained an MSc degree in Chemistry but it is also possible to enroll in the 4+4 scheme either with an honours (4 year) bachelor or with a 3 year BSc degree and 1 MSc year already completed. This model requires an addition year of study, a midway qualification exam, and lower salary for the first two years. An assessment committee that evaluates the applications will be appointed. Each applicant will be notified of the composition of the committee and will receive the part of the evaluation that concerns her/him. The main criterion for selection of the PhD candidates will be the research potential of the applicant. The final selection of successful candidates will be made by the Head of the Department, based on the recommendations made by the evaluation committee. The successful candidate will then be requested to formally apply for enrolment as a PhD student at the PhD School, Faculty of Science, University of Copenhagen and to start their enrolment not later than December 1st 2013. Terms of appointment and payment are in accordance with the agreement between the Danish Ministry of Finance and the Danish Federation of Professional Associations (AC). The starting salary for candidates with an MSc degree will be a minimum of DKK 304.056 per year (April 2013 level) plus pension contribution and the possibility to negotiate wages. The University of Copenhagen wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background. Further information can be obtained via the email addressojn@kiku.dk  or bols@chem.ku.dk. Applications and deadline Applicants are requested to submit their application in English. The application must be submitted electronically by clicking on "Apply online" below.   Deadline for application including all material is May 15, 2013 at 11:59pm. Applications received after the deadline or with insufficient documentation or otherwise not complying with the above requirements will not be considered.   Apply online

Founded in 1479, the University of Copenhagen is the oldest university in Denmark. With 37,000 students and 9,000 employees, it is among the largest universities in Scandinavia and one of the highest ranking in Europe. The University consists of six faculties, which cover Health and Medical Sciences, Humanities, Law, Science, Social Sciences and Theology. SOURCE: CLICK HERE MAKULILO SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION CALIFORNIA, USA

2013 Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship in Asia-Pacific (APAC)

Title of Programme: 2013 Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship in Asia-Pacific (APAC)

Host/Provider: The Anita Borg Institute for Women and Technology and Google

Fields of Study: Computer Science, Software Engineering, and closely related technical fields

Level (Degree): Undergraduate and Postgraduate

Target Applicants: Students from Korea, Japan, Southeast Asia, Australia, New Zealand and India

Eligibility/Requirements: Applicants must:
-Be a female student enrolled in full-time undergraduate or postgraduate study at an university.
-Be enrolled at a University in any of the following countries: Korea, Japan, Southeast Asia, Australia, New Zealand and India. Citizens, permanent residents, and international students are eligible to apply.
-Be studying Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related technical field.
-Maintain an excellent academic record.

How to Apply: Application should be completed and all required documents should be submitted online. First-time users will be required to register and create an account. Applicant will be asked to submit electronic versions of the following: Resume, Transcripts, Two letters of recommendation, Answers to three short essay questions. The deadline for your references to complete the letter of recommendation is June 10, 2013.

Official page: http://www.google.com/anitaborg/apac/index.html

SOURCE: HERE

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UNIPV (ITALY) International Scholarships for Developing Countries

University of Pavia

Masters Degree

Deadline: 10 May 2013
Study in: Italy
Course starts Sept 2013

Brief description:

The University of Pavia (UNIPV), in order to promote international cooperation with the Developing Countries, offers scholarships for selected Masters Studies at the University of Pavia or at the Institute for Advanced Study of Pavia (IUSS) during the academic year 2013-2014.

Host Institution(s):

University of Pavia or the Institute for Advanced Study of Pavia (IUSS), Italy

Field(s) of study:

Applicants may select only a course degree taught in English, selected among the following ones offered by the University of Pavia:

-  World Politics and International Relations;
-  Electronics Engineering;
-  Computer Engineering;
-  Molecular Biology and Genetics;
-  Master in International Business and Economics;
-  International Master Program in Cooperation and Development

Target group:

The scholarships are targeted to students coming from a developing country classified as low-income economy or as a lower-middle-income economy by the World Bank (see http://data.worldbank.org/about/country-classifications/country-and-lending-groups#Low_income)

Scholarship value/inclusions:

6 scholarships of 8.000 Euros will be available.  Each scholarship will cover also the expenses for the Visa and for the travel to Italy and back (economy class).

Eligibility:

• Only students born on/after the 1st January 1978 can participate.

• Must come from a Developing Country classified as low-income economy or as a lower-middle-income economy by the World Bank (see http://data.worldbank.org/about/country-classifications/country-and-lending-groups#Low_income)

Application instructions:

Interested candidates must submit the application form (available on the website of UNIPV) which has to include:

• a complete application form with all the requested personal and academic data, the exact name of the selected course degree and of the Faculty at the University of Pavia or at IUSS;

• a curriculum vitae (European format: available on this Web page);

• a programme of studies and/or research activities which the candidate intends to implement during his/her stay in Pavia;

• a recent letter of reference signed by a university professor;

• a recent health certificate attesting that the applicant is not suffering from physical or mental illnesses;

• a photocopy of a valid passport of the applicant.

Applications must arrive ONLY by e-mail (just one PDF file by email) by 12.00 pm of the 10 May 2013.  It is important to read the 2013-2014 Call for Applications and visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Website:

Official Scholarship Website:  http://www.unipv.eu/site/en/home/international-relations/international-activities/fund-for-cooperation–knowledge.html

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Netherlands Fellowship Program For Master Student from Developing Country, Netherlands

The Netherlands Fellowship Programmes (NFP) is a full scholarship for master, PhD and short courses in almost field of studies offered by Netherlands' institutions which is sponsored by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and  the Ministry’s development cooperation budget.  The The aim of the programme is to help reduce the shortage of skilled workers.  

Description

The Netherlands Fellowship Programmes (NFP) are designed to promote capacity building within organisations in 61 countries by providing training and education to mid-career staff. The NFP is funded by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs under the budget for development cooperation.

The overall aim of the NFP is to help alleviate qualitative and quantitative shortages of skilled manpower within a wide range of governmental, private and non-governmental organisations. This is done by offering fellowships to mid-career professionals to improve the capacity of their employing organisations

Eligibility

To be eligible for an NFP fellowship you must:

• be a mid-career professional with at least three years' relevant work experience;
• be a national of, and working and living in one of the countries on the NFP country list valid at the time of application;
• be nominated by your employer, who pledges to continue paying your salary and guarantees that you will be able to return to the same or an equivalent position at the end of your fellowship period;
• have been unconditionally admitted by a Dutch institution to one of the Master’s degree programmes or Short courses on the 2012-2013 course list, or have agreed upon a PhD research proposal with the Dutch institution. This means that you must have met all the academic requirements set by the Dutch institution;
• not already have received an NFP fellowship for a master’s degree programme or a PhD fellowship.
• not already have received two NFP fellowships for a short course and you must not have already received a fellowship in the year preceding your application.
• not be employed by:- a multinational corporation (e.g. Shell, Unilever, Microsoft);  - a large national and/or commercial organisation;  - a bilateral donor organisation (e.g. USAID, DFID, Danida, Sida, Dutch ministry of Foreign affairs, FinAid, AusAid, ADC, SwissAid);   - a multilateral donor organisation, (e.g. a UN organisation, the World Bank, the IMF, Asian Development Bank, African Development Bank, IADB); - an international NGO (e.g. Oxfam, Plan, Care).
• have completed and submitted an NFP PhD study, master’s degree programme or short course application, including all the required documentation, before the applicable fellowship application deadline;
• be employed in an area to which the study will make a relevant contribution;
• have a clear-cut, functional relationship with a relevant organisation and be in a position to introduce the newly acquired skills and knowledge into that organisation;
• be full-time available for the entire period of the programme or course and be physically and mentally able to take part in the entire programme;
• endorse the objective and the aim of the NFP and use your new knowledge and skills to support your employing organisation and your country. Nuffic urges you to return to your home country upon finishing the course or programme to meet the NFP aim in the most effective way.

Application Procedure

To be eligible for an NFP fellowship, candidates need to be admitted to the master’s degree programme or short course for which they would like an NFP fellowship or be admitted as a PhD student.

Obtain academic admission

You first apply for academic admission directly to the Dutch institution. Your admission must be unconditional in terms of your education and language proficiency. Admission may be granted only, subject to you finding suitable funding for the programme.

You are strongly advised to seek academic admission as early as possible to allow the institution to process your application in time. Check the deadlines for academic admission with  the Dutch institution directly for up-to-date information.

The academic admission process for a PhD study is an individual track. If you want to be admitted as a PhD student check the requirements and the deadlines with the Dutch institution.

If you have been admitted to more than one course or study programme in one fellowship per applicationdeadline you will have to choose one programme before you apply for a fellowship.

Your NFP application consists of:

• a copy of a valid passport or other official identity document;
• an employer’s statement;
• a statement from the Government Authority (if applicable);
• Statements of motivation

If you have obtained academic admission and prepared all the necessary documentation you can submit your NFP fellowship application in Scholarships Online (SOL), Nuffic’s online application tool. You can access SOL using the quick links on the right-hand side of this page. If you have very limited or no access to the internet it is possible to submit a paper application, which you must send directly to Nuffic by regular mail or by courier.

Submission Deadline

February and May Every Year

Download NFP guideline Here nfp-guidelines.pdf

Website Link

http://www.nuffic.nl/en/scholarships/netherlands-fellowship-programmes-nfp

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Students Make a Difference in the Community

Students at Simon Youth North Coast Academy at Richmond Town Square Sears in Cleveland, Ohio under the direction of director Rena Wertheim, recently participated in several community service activities planned by Heidi Solomon, coordinator of Jewish Family Service Association’s Horvitz Youth Ability program.

Academy students assisted with birthday celebrations for participants at an adult day program at Park Synagogue Main in Cleveland Heights. They also participated in a blood drive, and volunteered in the kindergarten classroom at Mercer Elementary School in Shaker Heights. They partnered with JFSA in working with children with disabilities at Brush High School in Lyndhurst, and assisted students with disabilities at Orange High School in Pepper Pike.

At Memorial Junior High School in South Euclid, students explained that the choices they had made earlier led to the need to go to an alternative school, and they encouraged younger students to make better choices.

Simon Youth Foundation is celebrating 15 years of igniting hope, graduating more than 10,000 students, and awarding more than $10 million in scholarships. The 23 academies in 13 states partner with more than 50 school districts and graduate students at a 90% rate. Learn more at syf.org.

What’s the point?

Have you ever questioned why you are putting forth effort towards a goal when times get tough? Jorge Chavez, a graduate from Simon Youth Academy at Metrocenter Mall in Phoenix, Arizona, took a look in the mirror and asked this same question. A high school diploma wasn’t anything but a fancy piece of paper to him. Family responsibilities were more pressing and important than a subject he thought he’d never use. Mere credits away from graduating, Jorge dropped out.

Jorge was two years old when he was brought to the United States. His parents worked very hard to provide for him and his younger brother. Sometimes hot water or electricity was off, but he never thought twice about why because his family was happy. As he grew older, he noticed a difference between the other kids at school and him.

“I’d ask to go on class field trips or camps and be told no,” Jorge said. “I didn’t understand why the other kids could go but I had to stay at home. I realized as a teenager the reason was because of how my parents came to the U.S.”

For a short time, Jorge resented his parents. This is when he started asking the question, ‘What’s the point?’ If he wasn’t able to go on a field trip, how would a diploma change his life? It took him a year to get over these feelings.

“I was filled with frustration and feeling sorry for myself because of the situation instead of trying to figure out how I can succeed. The day I stepped into the Academy that changed. It was that day I decided I wanted it as opposed to everyone wanting it for me.”

Jorge credits the one-on-one instruction and working at his own pace as the primary factors keeping him motivated. He started seeing progress and helped him continue setting daily goals. The real lesson he was learning – I can do this. And he hasn’t stopped since then.

“Graduation is not the ending for me. I’m going to Glendale Community College and then Arizona State University to study engineering. I’m that much closer to my dreams, so I’m not going to waste time. I got this.”

Simon Youth Foundation is celebrating 15 years of igniting hope, graduating more than 10,000 students, and awarding more than $10 million in scholarships. The 23 academies in 13 states partner with more than 50 school districts and graduate students at a 90% rate. Learn more at syf.org.

History Lesson Moves Students

Justice Sharon Lee of the Tennessee Supreme Court

Philosopher and Novelist George Santayana once said, “Those who do not remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” Though sometimes difficult, it is important to learn about historical events that transformed the landscape of the world. World War II and the Holocaust are not pleasant topics with a powerful but not happy ending. Students at Simon Youth Dr. Paul L. Kelley Volunteer Academy at Knoxville Center in Knoxville, Tennessee were tasked with reading the novel “Night” by Nobel Peace Prize winning author Elie Wiesel. Upon completion, the students had a guest speaker come to discuss the book and bring it to life.

The book study was part of the Knoxville Rotary Club six week book study program the Academy students participate in as a part of the history class curriculum. Justice Sharon Lee of the Tennessee Supreme Court came to discuss the book and bring her own father’s story of survival in a Nazi concentration camp after being captured during the war. It is one thing to read a book and keep a “distance” from the realities and atrocities experienced and hearing an account from someone with intimate knowledge of the subject matter.

“We’ve had several speakers come to speak to our students, but I’ve rarely seen everyone so engaged like they were,” said Kim Towe, Administrator at the Academy. “Her father’s story had so many pieces of knowledge the students could relate to on a personal level. She really captured and kept their attention the entire presentation.”

Justice Lee talked with the students about what her father went through after being captured and sent to a concentration camp. She described the deplorable conditions, lack of food and water, and watching people he would become acquainted with be dragged away, never to be seen again. One of the interesting points she talked about was how everyone at the camp came together like a family. They would encourage each other on difficult days, share what little food or water they had, and do whatever necessary to keep hope alive.  

Relating back to some of the struggles the students at the Academy may have had or are having, Justice Lee tried to bring everything into perspective. Whether reading about history in a book or thinking about your personal history, you can learn from both successes and failures, and how you can apply them today.

About the book “Night”The book is an autobiographical account of life in the Nazi death camps. Nobel Peace Prize winner Elie Wiesel takes his readers with him from his home, into the ghetto, on the transport, through Selections, into the concentration camps, on the Death March, and beyond. Reading this book gives one a deeper and more personal understanding of the Holocaust experience. Only with this understanding can one genuinely remember the Holocaust and thus help ensure it won't happen again.

Simon Regional Conferences Welcome SYF

The 2013 Simon Property Group Regional Meetings kicked off with the New England Region on Wednesday, April 3rd and Simon Youth Foundation will be present at all SPG Regional Meetings to update the field based mall teams on the support they have provided to SYF. SYF President and CEO Dr. Michael Durnil will be on hand to thank the mall leaders for the important roles Simon employees play in SYF. SYF’s theme for the presentation "YOU are the Simon in Simon Youth Foundation" underscores how paramount to the success and future of the Foundation each member of the Simon Property Group family has.

2013 is a year of milestones - celebrating 15 years of igniting hope, graduating more than 10,000 at-risk students, and awarding more than $10 million in scholarships. Mall teams expressed why they support SYF’s nationwide efforts.

“The success stories of the kids SYF helps gives me goose bumps and brings tears to my eyes. That’s why I support SYF!” Adra Cohen, Director of Marketing and Business Development, Cape Cod Mall, Hyannis, MA

“Every youth deserves a chance and SYF makes that chance possible! Raising money for SYF as a Marketing Director is easy compared to the challenges a lot of at-risk youth face!” Sarah Bonds, Director, Marketing and Business Development, Tacoma Mall, Tacoma, WA

“I believe every child should have an opportunity to learn, to succeed and to grow for a happy life. I consider myself one who has been blessed and feel a responsibility in helping our youth understand the importance of education, the great feeling of success and the notion that you can be or do anything you put your mind to. I am honored to support Simon Youth Foundation in any way I can to support our children’s hopes, dreams and futures.” Denise Ipsen, General Manager, Newport Centre, Jersey City, NJ

“Seeing youth grow and have a chance to succeed makes the time devoted to SYF worth every effort. Every young person deserves to get a good start in life.” Steven Heim, CSM, General Manager, Northgate Mall, Seattle, WA

Dr. Durnil will also be presenting several Ignite Hope Awards to the Mall Teams who exemplify the components of "You are the Simon Youth Foundation." Members of the Simon Youth Foundation executive team will be traveling to all of the Simon Property Group Regional Meetings over the course of the next few weeks telling the SYF story and thanking the Simon Property Group employees for all they do to promote and fundraise on behalf of the Foundation.

International Postgraduate Research Scholarships (IPRS) at Australian Universities

Australian Gov’t/DIISR
MS/PhD Degree

Deadline: varies, July-Oct (annual)
Study in:  Australia
Course starts 2014

Brief description:

The International Postgraduate Research Scholarships (IPRS) program is funded by the Australian Government, Department of Innovation, Industry, Science and Research (DIISR).  The IPRS program was established to maintain and develop international research linkages and specifically aims to:

•  attract top quality international postgraduate students to areas of research strength in Australian higher education providers; and

•  support Australia’s research effort.

The IPRS program enables international students to undertake a postgraduate research qualification in Australia and gain experience with leading Australian researchers.  The scholarships are available for a period of two years for a Masters by research degree or three years for a Doctorate by research degree.

Host Institution(s):

The list of Australian Universities that offers the IPRS is found at this link.

Field of study:

Any postgraduate research programme offered at participating Australian Universities.

Number of Awards:

Around 330 are awarded annually. The allocation of IPRS grants to participating universities is based on a formula that is reflective of their overall research performance.

Target group:

Scholarships are open to international students of all countries (except Australia and New Zealand).

Scholarship value/inclusions:

The scholarship covers tuition fees, living allowance, and health cover costs.

Eligibility:

To be eligible for an IPRS, a student must:

(a) be an international student; and

(b) meet international student visa requirements as specified by the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC), including the requirement to purchase and maintain a standard Overseas Student Health Cover policy approved by the Commonwealth Government Department of Health and Ageing; and

(c) be commencing full-time enrolment for the first time in a HDR at an eligible scholarship provider in Australia; and

(d) be undertaking study in a subject area identified by the provider as one of its areas of research concentration; and

(e) not hold a research qualification regarded by the provider to be equivalent to an Australian Research Doctorate degree or, if undertaking a Research Masters degree, not hold a research qualification regarded by the provider to be equivalent to or higher than an Australian Research Masters degree; and

(f) not have held an Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID) scholarship within the two years prior to commencing the IPRS; and

(g) not be receiving a scholarship for which course tuition is a component under any other scholarship scheme to which the Australian Government makes a substantial contribution.

You must check with the Universities if they require specific eligibility requirements.

Application instructions:

Applications for a scholarship need to be made directly to a participating Universities/Higher Education Providers (HEPs) in Australia. HEPs are responsible for determining the selection process by which scholarships are allocated to applicants.

The deadline varies among universities but is around July-October each year. It is important to visit the website of the University where you intend to apply and the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Contact information:

All enquiries regarding IPRS awards need to be directed to the university at which the applicant wishes to conduct their postgraduate research.

Website:

Official Scholarship Website:  http://www.innovation.gov.au/Research/ResearchBlockGrants/Pages/InternationalPostgraduateResearchScholarships.aspx

SOURCE: CLICK HERE

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CALIFORNIA, USA

Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships, at UK Universities 2013-2014

Distance Learning Scholarships – information for candidates

Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships are being offered in 2013 for the following Master’s courses. Full details of these courses and the application process must be obtained from the relevant institution.

• Bangor University – MSc Tropical Forestry
• Cardiff University – MSc Clinical Optometry
• Cardiff University – MSc Palliative Medicine/Care
• Institute of Education, University of London – MA Education and International Development
• Leeds Metropolitan University – MSc Public Health – Health Promotion
• London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine – MSc Clinical Trials
• London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine – MSc Epidemiology
• London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine – MSc Global Health Policy
• London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine – MSc Infectious Diseases
• London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine – MSc Public Health
• London South Bank University – MSc Education for Sustainability
• Open University – MSc Development Management
• Royal Veterinary College, University of London – MSc Veterinary Epidemiology and Public Health
• School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London – MSc Poverty Reduction: Policy and Practice
• University of Bath – MSc International Construction Management
• University of Dundee – MN Master of Nursing
• University of Edinburgh – MSc Biodiversity, Wildlife and Ecosystem Health
• University of Edinburgh – MSc Global Health and Infectious Diseases
• University of Edinburgh – MSc Global Health and Non-Communicable Diseases
• University of Edinburgh – MSc International Animal Health
• University of Liverpool – MPH Master of Public Health
• University of Nottingham – MA Education
• University of Oxford – MSt International Human Rights Law
• University of Southampton – MSc Gerontology
• University of York – MPA Master of Public Administration – International Development

Eligibility

To be eligible for a Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarship, candidates should:

• be Commonwealth citizens of a developing Commonwealth country, refugees or British protected persons
• be permanently resident in a developing Commonwealth country
• normally hold a first degree of upper second-class standard, or higher qualification. In certain cases, we will consider a lower qualification and sufficient relevant experience

The CSC may require candidates to undertake the academic IELTS English language test as a condition of eligibility. Candidates should check with the UK institution/provider whether this requirement applies to them. It is the candidate’s responsibility to note that an IELTS test will only be considered valid if taken after 1 September 2012 for those candidates wishing to start their studies from September 2013 onwards. Candidates will be asked to provide evidence that they have achieved a minimum overall score of 6.5 on the IELTS scale.

How to apply

Full details of the application process must be obtained from the relevant institution.

The CSC expects all candidates being considered for a Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarship to have completed an application form using our Electronic Application System (EAS). Full help on how to apply using the EAS is provided in our guides, which should be read in full before making any attempt to use the EAS.

Full details of the application process must be obtained from the relevant institution. To apply for a Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarship:

1. You must complete an EAS application. Please note that it is not possible to submit an EAS application after the deadline that you will see when you open an application
2. The UK university will then decide whether or not to nominate you to the CSC
3. The CSC then selects which of the shortlisted nominated candidates to fund

You are advised to read the following step-by-step guide showing you how to use the EAS:

• How to apply guide (482 KB) for Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (206 KB)

The application form has links to the Notes for Candidates to help you as well.

Go to the EAS

You can send feedback about the guides to eas@cscuk.org.uk

The deadline for applications is 23:59 GMT on 17 May 2013.

SOURCE:  http://cscuk.dfid.gov.uk/apply/distance-learning/info-candidates/

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CALIFORNIA, USA

FOREIGN LANGUAGE TEACHING ASSISTANT PROGRAM (FLTA) - FOR TANZANIANS

*** Application cycle 2014 - 2015 currently open ***

Deadline for submission of online application and supporting documents June 1, 2013. Only successful candidates will be called for interviews scheduled for mid-July, 2013. 

The Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) Program is funded by the U.S. Department of State. Teaching Assistants are vetted through the J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board. The program aims to strengthen U.S. foreign language instruction and promote mutual understanding by establishing a foreign language native speaker expertise on U.S. campuses. The program enables the teaching assistants to complete their home country pre-service training by engaging in non-degree studies at accredited post-secondary U.S. educational institutions while teaching one or two language courses. Additionally they serve as resource persons in conversation groups, cultural representatives, attendants in language laboratories, coordinators of extracurricular activities or supervisors of clubs and language houses.Selected teaching assistants will enjoy Fulbright status in the United Status. They are expected to teach their language/culture for up to 20 hours per week while taking two courses per semester. All FLTA's receive room and board, a monthly stipend, and tuition waiver for the required coursework, in addition to Fulbright immigration services. The Fulbright grant is for one academic year and is non-renewable.

The Institute of International Education (IIE) on behalf of Department of State, USA, would like to place several language teaching assistants at universities and colleges in the US as part of a strategic language initiative.

Kiswahili is one of the targeted languages. 

These teaching assistants would be Fulbright Scholars and are expected to teach their language/culture for up to 20 hours per week while taking two courses per semester. The grant is for one academic year and is non-renewable. The program is designed to have native language and cultural informants who are close in age to undergraduate students in the USA. Normally, FLTAs would teach:

• beginning level or conversation courses
• work in a language lab
• animate a language table
• organize cultural activities or have similar duties

Each institution assigns duties that will best meet the needs of their school's unique circumstances. 

Fulbright will pay for travel, health insurance and monthly maintenance of the selected candidates. Institutions where the FLTAs are placed provide tuition scholarships for the required coursework. The selection process for Tanzania is facilitated through the American Embassy in Dar es Salaam. 

Applicants must be teachers of English or in training to become teachers of English, and at minimum must possess the equivalent of a U.S. Bachelor's degree by June 1, 2014 to allow time to submit an official transcript prior to the start of the Fulbright FLTA Program and who are willing to travel without their dependants for one academic year. 

This is an excellent opportunity for young teachers in Tanzania. To apply, please refer to the requirements listed here, and if you qualify, apply through online application process. Three reference letters should be filled out by teachers or other professionals you have worked with, and submitted directly to the address below. Signature page should be submitted together with relevant certificates and transcripts to:

Fulbright Program Coordinator, Fulbright FLTA program, 
Office of Public Affairs, 
American Embassy, 
686 Old Bagamoyo Rd. - Msasani, 
Box 9123, Dar es Salaam. 
Voice: 255 22 229 4813 
Fax:    255 22 229 4722 

Email drs_exchanges@state.gov

Please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted for an interview. Also, only nominated candidates will be required to sit for the TOEFL exam and submit a medical report.

SOURCE: http://tanzania.usembassy.gov/flta.html

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CALIFORNIA, USA

Equity And Merit Scholarships For Ugandans At University Of Manchester, UK, 2013

Full-time campus-based masters – Uganda

We are offering scholarships for full-time campus-based postgraduate taught masters to applicants from Uganda starting in September 2013. The scholarships cover full tuition fees, return international air fares and living expenses. Eligibility

The scholarships are aimed at applicants from disadvantaged backgrounds. Applicants must:
a) be a resident citizen of Uganda and have not previously studied abroad;
b) hold a first or upper second class (or the equivalent) undergraduate degree;
c) have a minimum of two years relevant work experience;
d) be committed to returning home and able to demonstrate his/her potential to make a positive impact on the future of Uganda;
e) have a clear idea how studying in the UK would benefit both his/her career and the development of Uganda.
f) have achieved a grade 6 or above in English Language at Ugandan Certificate of Education level; or, have a minimum IELTS result of 6.5, or a minimum TOEFL result of 88-89. Please note that some programmes may require a higher language qualification so please check the programme website for more details.

Subjects 
Scholarships are available in a wide range of subjects including Engineering, Environment, Medical and Life Sciences, Law and Education. Download the full list of courses (PDF document, 62 KB)

How to apply Applications for September 2013 are now open and the deadline is 30 April 2013. Download the application form (PDF document, 164 KB)

Please email international.relations@manchester.ac.uk with any enquiries.  

SOURCE: http://www.manchester.ac.uk/international/finance/equity-and-merit/...

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CALIFORNIA, USA

The Transsolar Academy Fellowship 2013 - "Connect Ideas – Maximize Impact"

Transsolar Academy 

Vision 

The symposium "Connect Ideas – Maximize Impact" taught us about the importance of the "majority world" and “education” on our path for higher impact.

Therefore, we are inviting 10 young graduates primarily from the "majority world" to connect us to parts of the world where we have had almost no impact in the past. Our goal is to gain knowledge and learn about the possibilities of climate engineering in parts of the world where we believe the greatest changes will take place in the near future. We hope to increase impact by connecting ideas through our TS Academy fellows returning home and applying their knowledge.

Program Overview 

The Transsolar Academy offers a one-year fellowship in climate engineering covering tuition, travel, room and board.

The program will provide lectures, tutorials and project work. The comprehensive and practical training combines theoretical background with hands-on experience realized in form of project work. Students will not only work with and learn from Transsolar staff mentors and our partners, but also learn from each other.

When and where? 

The Academy will begin in October 2013.
The Academy will take place in the Transsolar Office.

Are you eligible? 

Yes, if you are: 

a) A highly motivated young graduate

b) An agent committed to creating a sustainable future From the majority world, or have a strong connection to it Fluent in English Yes, if you have: At least an undergraduate degree, or the equivalent, by 31 Aug 2013

c) A record of accomplishment and ability to meet challenges

d) A highly developed curiosity about building livable environments

e) An eagerness to engage with our way of working

f) A strong interest in exploring the possibilities of climate engineering in the "majority world"

g)  A strong interest in applying your gained knowledge when returning home An ability to tackle complex problems and develop creative solutions

Yes, if you possess these qualities:

Initiative
Vision
Imagination
Creativity
Determination to achieve your goals

Yes, if you are seeking the time and opportunity to: 

Undertake or complete a project or field of study concerning the "majority world"

Connect ideas and exchange knowledge

How to apply 

The application process is now open for the program starting in October 2013. Submission deadline is the 12th of May 2013.

Click here to download the application form

Please send the completed application form to: academy@transsolar.com 

Please attach the following documents: 

a) Photocopy of your passport
b) Photocopy of your university degree, and transcript in English
c) Letters of recommendation

For more information about the Transsolar Academy applications process, please contact us at: academy@transsolar.com

SOURCE: http://www.transsolar.com/academy/

MAKULILO SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION

CALIFORNIA, USA

Igniting Hope: A Scholarship Recipient's Story

Ashleigh Ellis (far right) works at the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl

"Thank you for helping me get one step closer to achieving my dream."

These words are what Simon Youth Foundation seeks to hear on a regular basis. Ashleigh Ellis of Torrance, California received a Simon Youth Foundation Scholarship from Del Amo Fashion Center and chose to attend Chapman University in Orange, California. Ashleigh is pursuing a bachelor's degree in Athletic Training and also wants to pursue a master's degree in the field. She fell in love with the medical field in high school and combining it with athletics made it even better. She knew what she wanted but wasn't sure how she could financially do it.

"This will help me attend a four-year institution and potentially become the first in my family to earn a degree. I am truly appreciative."

Ashleigh said she will continue being active in community service on campus and work hard to achieve academic success. She was selected to be a part of Chapman University's Emerging Leaders Program and also worked at the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl (as seen in the picture above). She is expected to graduate in 2016.  

In 2012, the Simon Youth Scholarships program announced $1.1 million in awards to 266 nationwide high school graduates like Ashleigh. These scholarships help ease the financial obstacle many face to attend higher education. Since the scholarship program was created in 2000, SYF has awarded scholarships valued at more than $10 million to more than 3,300 deserving young people. You can learn more about the scholarships at syf.org.

We wish Ashleigh and all scholarship recipients the best as they pursue their dreams.