Fulbright Information Session

TODAY!

5240 Weill Hall (School of Public Policy)

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

This information session will be conducted by Lora Seery, Program Manager at the Institute for International Education in New York, headquarters of the Fulbright program. She will give a special presentation on the Fulbright-Clinton Fellowship, which provides opportunities for U.S. citizens to serve in professional placements in a foreign government ministry or institution in partner governments. 

International Institute Funding Opportunities!

Are you still looking for additional funding for this summer? The International Institute has some fast approaching deadlines! 

There's still time! Check them out below. #MGoAbroad

http://bit.ly/1I1gQHm

Final FLAS Information Session TODAY 4pm 1636 SSWB

TODAY! 

It's you're last chance to attend a FLAS information session for this application cycle! 

4:00 PM

1636 School of Social Work Building

Don't miss out on a great opportunity to get funding for language learning!

Apply by March 15th | Grants for Summer Research & Internships in Europe & Eurasia

Announcing 2013 Summer Grants for

Research and Internships in Europe and Eurasia

Deadline March 15, 2013

CREES Research, Internship, and Fellowship (CRIF) Program Grants

The Center for Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies (CREES) seeks applications from students in REES and REES-focused undergraduate and graduate degree programs at the University of Michigan for grants ranging from $500 to $1500 towards summer or semester-long research projects or internships at institutions in Eastern Europe or the former Soviet Union.

CES Summer Research and Internship Grants

The Center for European Studies (CES) seeks applications from University of Michigan undergraduate and graduate students for grants ranging from $500 to $1500 towards summer research or internships. The grants are intended to promote the study of Europe and European integration. 

Application Procedure

The following materials are required:

· CREES/CES summer funding application (available atwww.ii.umich.edu/crees or www.ii.umich.edu/ces)

· Statement of purpose (1-3 pages) including proposed time period, institutional affiliation, your reasons for pursuing the project, and how this experience will contribute to your career goals

· One letter of recommendation

· Curriculum Vitae

· Official University of Michigan transcript

Applicants for research grants may be at preliminary or more advanced stages of their research; applicants for internships should be prepared to identify the venue for their internship in a governmental agency, business, or non-governmental institution in the region. A written project report will be required at the conclusion of the grant.

Summer funding applications and supporting materials must be submitted by 5:00 pm on March 15, 2013 to:

CREES/CES Fellowship Applications, 1080 S. University, Suite 3668, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1106

or by email to jclaus@umich.edu.

Questions should be directed to Julie Claus at  jclaus@umich.edu or734.764.0351.

Julie E. Claus
Academic Services Coordinator
Weiser Center for Emerging Democracies
Center for Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies
Center for European Studies
University of Michigan
jclaus@umich.edu
http://ii.umich.edu/wcee
Tel: 734.936.1842

International Institute Individual Fellowship --Former Grantee Panel

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International Institute Individual Fellowship (IIIF)

Former Grantee Panel

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Presentations by three of the 2012 IIIF Grantees

Joshua Shake

Urban Planning Ph.D. pre-candidate

Research in Brazil

Ann Duong

LSA senior

Internship in Vietnam

Sarah Hodin

LSA senior

Research in Kenya and Uganda

Thursday, January 24, 12:00-1:00pm

2609 School of Social Work Building

Grantees will discuss preparing their projects & applications, making in-country contacts, and the focus of their projects.  Q & A will be held after presentations.

About the II Individual Fellowship: The International Institute Individual Fellowships are designed to support University of Michigan students, regardless of citizenship, who are enrolled in a degree program and wish to participate in internships or conduct research abroad. Award amounts are up to $5,000.

Eligibility Criteria: University of Michigan undergraduate, graduate, and professional school students are eligible, regardless of citizenship. Applicants must be enrolled in a degree program. Ph.D. candidates are not eligible.  Students graduating before the start of the project are not eligible.  Eligible students must return to campus for at least one term prior to graduation. Eligible internship or research projects must be at least one month in length, constitute at least a 30-hour-per-week time commitment (exclusive of language training), and meet all requirements of the University Travel Policy and the Institutional Review Board.

Project Categories:

• Internships
• Research Projects
• Preliminary Dissertation Research

Deadline: The application deadline is 11:59 p.m. on Friday, February 15, 2013. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

Application Submission: Electronically submit each of the items listed below.  

1. The International Institute Individual Fellowship on-line application.
2. A statement of purpose
3. A letter of invitation (required for internship applicants
4. A budget
5. A resume or curriculum vitae.
6. An unofficial U-M transcript.
7. One letter of reference from a U-M faculty or staff member

Results will be announced by mid-April 2013.

Website:  Click here to learn more.

Contact: Kelly Peckens (kpeckens@umich.edu, 734-764-9135). Open office hours for advising on a first come, first serve basis from 1:30pm to 4:00pm on Tuesdays & Wednesdays - walk in, call in, or Google chat during those times.

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University of Michigan International Institute
Fellowships & Grants

1080 South University Ave, Suite 2660

Ann Arbor, MI  48109-1106

Find us on  Facebook

Thurs Jan 17th @ 10AM: Statement of Purpose Writing Workshop

statement of purpose Writing workshop

Tips for writing your statement of purpose for international fellowship funding applications

Expert advice from a Sweetland writing professional

· Formulating your research question

· Appealing to the selection committee

· Explaining why you need foreign language training

· Defining goals for overseas travel

Thursday, January 17, 2013

10:00-11:00 am

1636 International Institute

School of Social Work Building

Funding Opportunities Include:

Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) Fellowships

International Institute Individual Fellowships

Rackham International Research Award (RIRA)

Grants from Area Studies Centers (please check individual Centers for opportunities)

Upcoming Info Sessions: Funding to support foreign language study (FLAS)

STUDENT FUNDING Information Sessions

Thursday, December 6 (1636 SSWB, International Institute)

Undergraduate Session: 1:00pm 

Graduate Student Session: 2:00pm 

Monday, January 14 (1636 SSWB, International Institute)

Undergraduate Session: 3:00pm 

Graduate Student Session: 4:00pm 

The University of Michigan International Institute is pleased to announce the availability of Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) Fellowships for both undergraduate and graduate students. A FLAS Fellowship provides tuition support and a stipend to students studying designated foreign languages in combination with area studies or international aspects of professional studies. Fellowships are offered for the academic year and for summer. The program's priority is to encourage the study of less commonly taught languages.

 Eligibility

·         FLAS Fellows must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

·         FLAS Fellows must be enrolled as full-time students at the University of Michigan. Students graduating in May or August 2013 are not eligible.

Application Deadline: February 1, 2013

More information, including a list of eligible languages at: www.ii.umich.edu/flas

FLAS Fellowships are administered by the Area Studies Centers at the International Institute and are awarded competitively through annual fellowship competitions. The U.S. Department of Education funds these awards under the provisions of Title VI of the Higher Education Act. 

Mon, Oct 29th @ 4pm: Statement of Purpose Writing Session

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE WRITING WORKSHOP

Tips for writing your statement of purpose for international fellowship funding applications

Expert advice from a Sweetland writing professional

· Formulating your research question

· Appealing to the selection committee

· Explaining why you need foreign language training

· Defining goals for overseas travel

Monday, October 29, 2012

4:00-5:00 pm

1636 International Institute

School of Social Work Building

Funding Opportunities Include:

Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) Fellowships

International Institute Individual Fellowships

Rackham International Research Award (RIRA)

Grants from Area Studies Centers (please check individual Centers for opportunities)

Info Sessions: FLAS Fellowships (Funding for Foreign Language Study)

STUDENT FUNDING Information Sessions

Monday, October 8 

1636 SSWB, International Institute

3:00pm Undergraduate Session

4:00pm Graduate Session

 Tuesday, November 6 

Center Room, Pierpont Commons, North Campus

4:00 pm Joint Undergraduate/Graduate Session

 Tuesday, November 13  

Space 2435, North Quad

3:00 pm Undergraduate Session

4:00 pm Graduate Session

 Thursday, December 6 

1636 SSWB, International Institute

1:00 pm Undergraduate Session

 2:00 pm Graduate Session

 Monday, January 14 

1636 SSWB, International Institute

3:00 pm Undergraduate Session

4:00 pm Graduate Session

 The University of Michigan International Institute is pleased to announce the availability of Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) Fellowships for both undergraduate and graduate students. A FLAS Fellowship provides tuition support and a stipend to students studying designated foreign languages in combination with area studies or international aspects of professional studies. Fellowships are offered for the academic year and for summer. The program's priority is to encourage the study of less commonly taught languages.

 Eligibility

·         FLAS Fellows must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

·         FLAS Fellows must be enrolled as full-time students at the University of Michigan. Students graduating in May or August 2013 are not eligible.

Application Deadline: February 1, 2013

More information, including a list of eligible languages at: www.ii.umich.edu/flas

FLAS Fellowships are administered by the Area Studies Centers at the International Institute and are awarded competitively through annual fellowship competitions. The U.S. Department of Education funds these awards under the provisions of Title VI of the Higher Education Act. 

Fellowship for Research on European Integration (grad students only)

2013 Jean Monnet Graduate Fellowship

CALL FOR PROPOSALS

DEADLINE: December 3, 2012 by 5:00 PM

The Center for European Studies and the Horace H. Rackham School of Graduate Studies are offering students summer grants of $5,000 to work on issues of European integration, broadly defined. Student grantees will conduct research leading to the writing of a paper on a relevant topic of their choosing.

It is expected that during the spring and/or summer of 2013 the grantees, in consultation with their faculty advisor(s), will devote twelve weeks of full time work to their projects. This is not a travel grant.

Fellows will be encouraged to enroll in the Graduate Seminar on European Studies (EURO 600) in Winter 2013 and may be invited to contribute to selected outreach activities organized by CES at local high schools, colleges, and universities. They will be invited to present the preliminary results of their research at a public event held in Fall 2013.

Students in professional schools and graduate programs are eligible to apply. The fellowship is limited to returning students. Students in the last year of terminal degree programs are not eligible.

Applicants should submit the 2013 Jean Monnet Graduate Fellowship Application (available at www.ii.umich.edu/ces) and a 2-3 page proposal describing the project they intend to carry out, including its topic, aims, method, and anticipated scholarly contribution. They should also indicate the period in which they will be conducting full time work on their project. A letter of recommendation from a University of Michigan faculty member (preferably the student’s advisor), a current transcript (or permission for CES to electronically access it), and current CV should accompany the proposal.

Application materials in electronic form are to be submitted by December 3, 2012 to Julie Claus, CES Academic Services coordinator at jclaus@umich.edu. For further information please contact Julie Claus.

Julie E. Claus
Academic Services Coordinator
Weiser Center for Emerging Democracies
Center for Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies
Center for European Studies
University of Michigan
jclaus@umich.edu
http://ii.umich.edu/wcee
Tel: 734.936.1842

Apply by October 22nd - Luce Scholars Program

Luce Scholars Program Description:  The Luce Scholars Program provides stipends, language training, and individualized professional internships for 18 young Americans to live and work in Asia each year.  The program's purpose is to increase awareness of Asia among future leaders in American society.  Luce Scholars have backgrounds in virtually every field (other than Asian studies) including medicine, the arts, business, law, science, environmental studies, and journalism.  The annual selection of the 18 Luce Scholars is an unusually rigorous process and a nationwide competition.  Placements can be made in the following countries or regions: Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Laos, Malaysia, Mongolia, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam.  Eligibility:  Students who already have significant experience in Asia or Asian studies are NOT eligible for nomination to the Luce Scholars Program. Candidates must be American citizens who have received at least a bachelor’s degree and will be no more than 29 years old on July 1, 2012. Nominees should have a record of high achievement, outstanding leadership ability, and a clearly defined career interest with evidence of potential for professional accomplishment.  Graduating seniors, graduate and professional school students, and recent alumni are eligible.   Deadline:  Monday, October 22, 2012.  How to Apply:  U-M students and alumni interested in applying to the Luce Scholars Program must submit a hard copy of the application documents to the U-M International Institute, 1080 South University, Suite 2660. An International Institute committee will review applications, and will invite the most promising applicants for an interview in October. The University of Michigan must nominate students for this award – applications submitted by students directly to the Luce Foundation will not be considered.  Application materials are available on our website. Contact:  Kelly Peckens (kpeckens@umich.edu; 734-764-9135). Website: Luce Scholars Program

More Fulbright Information Sessions

If you're graduating in 2013 and are thinking about applying for a Fulbright grant, we would strongly encourage you to attend one of the upcoming Fulbright Information Sessions.  While post-graduation plans may seem off in the distance, the Fulbright application deadline falls sooner than one might think (Monday, September 10th, 2012)!  Now is the perfect time to begin exploring the program. 

Upcoming Fulbright Information Sessions:

Friday, May 18

Thursday, June 7

Wednesday, June 13

All sessions will be held from 12:00-1:00pm in room 2609 SSWB. Laptops are welcome and encouraged.

Description: The purpose of the Fulbright Program is to increase mutual understanding between the people of the U.S. and other countries. The U.S. Department of State makes Fulbright fellowships available to approximately 1,700 U.S. students annually to study, conduct research, teach English, or train in the creative arts in more than 135 countries worldwide.

The competition is administered at U-M through the International Institute. At the information session, a U-M Fulbright Program Advisor will describe the application and selection process and provide suggestions for making your application more competitive.

Language requirement: Varies by country.

Eligibility Criteria: To apply for this program through the University of Michigan, applicants must (a) be U-M students, alumni or staff; (b) be U.S. citizens; (c) have completed an undergraduate degree by the beginning of the award; and (d) demonstrate the language skills necessary to complete the proposed project.

Deadline: The U-M deadline is Monday, September 10, 2012.

Advising: Applicants should attend an information session and familiarize themselves with the Fulbright website, paying particular attention to the About, Countries, and Applicants sections. After attending an information session applicants should meet individually with the appropriate Fulbright Program Advisor:

• Kelly Peckens (kpeckens@umich.edu) is the advisor for graduate students, professional school students, and all applicants in the arts.
   
• Heather Johnson (hdilla@umich.edu) is the advisor for undergraduate students, alumni, and all ETA applicants.

Website: http://us.fulbrightonline.org

Rackham International Research Awards (RIRA)

Rackham International Research Awards (RIRA) Award Description:  The Rackham Graduate School announces 2012 Rackham International Research Awards (RIRA) to support doctoral and master’s students conducting degree-related research outside the United States and Puerto Rico.  The grant is intended to defray the costs of conducting clearly defined research projects that are directly related to the applicant’s dissertation or thesis.  The maximum award amount is $10,000. Eligibility:  Doctoral students must reach candidacy by September 2012 and have an approved dissertation topic.  Students in master’s programs must be engaged in a non-course related research project required for their degree.  Students of any citizenship may apply.  Students may not apply exclusively for language training, but may submit proposals that combine language study with research.  Students with external research fellowship support may apply, but must demonstrate convincing need for additional funding.  Students who have previously received a Rackham International Research Award are ineligible.  Deadline:  Applications should be submitted by Thursday, February 2, 2012. Application:  The online application and further information are available on the RIRA webpage.  Contact: Interested applicants should familiarize themselves with the website. Kelly Peckens (kpeckens@umich.edu) holds open office hours for advising on Tuesdays & Wednesdays from 1:00pm to 4:00pm.

Applying for Funding? Upcoming Funding Deadlines

APPLYING FOR FUNDING?

Don’t Miss the two upcoming International Institute funding-related workshops!

Event #1 (scroll down for Event #2)

International Institute Individual Fellowship (IIIF) Former Grantee Panel Presentations by four of the 2011 IIIF Grantees Zachary Cofran Anthropology Ph.D. pre-candidate Research in Georgia Colin Yee LSA senior Internship in Liberia Joshua Shapero Anthropology Ph.D. pre-candidate Research in Peru David O’Connor School of Natural Resources and the Environment  Masters student Research in Kenya Thursday, January 12, 12:00pm-1:00pm 2609 School of Social Work Building Grantees will discuss preparing their projects & applications, making in-country contacts, and the focus of their projects.  Q & A will be held after presentations. About the Fellowship: The International Institute Individual Fellowships are designed to support U-M students, regardless of citizenship, who are enrolled in a degree program and wish to participate in internships or conduct research abroad. Award amounts are up to $5,000. Eligibility Criteria:  U-M undergraduate, graduate, and professional school students are eligible, regardless of citizenship. Applicants must be enrolled in a degree program. Ph.D. candidates are not eligible.  Students graduating before the start of the project are not eligible. Eligible internship or research projects must be at least one month in length, constitute at least a 30-hour-per-week time commitment (exclusive of language training).  Project Categories ·          Internships ·          Research Projects   ·          Preliminary Dissertation Research Deadline: The application deadline is Wednesday, February 15, 2012. Application: For more information and the online application, visit the IIIF webpage.  Contact: Kelly Peckens (kpeckens@umich.edu), (734)764-9135. University of Michigan International Institute Fellowships & Grants 1080 South University Ave, Suite 2660 Ann Arbor, MI  48109-1106 Find us on  Facebook

Event #2:

Tips for writing your statement of purpose for international fellowship funding

Friday Jan, 13

12:00 - 1:00 pm

1636 International Institute

School of Social Work Building

• Expert advice from a Sweetland writing professional
• Formulating your research question
• Appealing to the selection committee
• Explaining why you need foreign language training
• Defining goals for overseas travel

International Institute staff will be available to answer questions about International Funding Opportunities, including:

•          Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) fellowships
•          International Institute Individual Fellowships
•      Rackham International Research Award (RIRA)

UM FELLOWSHIP DEADLINES FOR INTERNSHIPS & RESEARCH ABROAD (for continuing students)

You should have your internship arrangements in place by the time you apply, in order to be competitive…here are a few of the major funding sources through UM units, with deadlines.  Most opportunities are open to undergraduate and graduate students.  Opportunities reserved for graduate students are listed near the end of this message.

Fellowships open to Undergrads and Graduate Students

• Friday, Jan 13^th, Statement of Purpose Writing Workshop (see announcement above)
• Monday, January 30, Summer in South Asia (India) Undergraduate Fellowship—initial application deadline for internship/fellowship program
• Wednesday, Feb. 15, International Institute Individual Fellowships
• Friday, Feb. 24,  Wallenberg International Summer Travel Fellowship (for undergrad and graduate students pursuing a project focusing on community service)
• Friday, Feb. 24,  African Studies Center Funding (for undergrad and graduate students seeking funds to pursue African studies related research
• Thursday, March 15, Weiser Center for Europe & Eurasia (see below)
•  Center for European Studies Summer Research and Internship Grants  
• Center for Russian, East European, & Eurasian Studies Research, Internship, and Fellowship (CRIF) grants
• Thursday, March 15, Center for International & Comparative Studies Research Fellowship (for International Studies Concentrators & Minors ONLY)
• Thursday, March 15, Center for International & Comparative Studies—Undergraduate Internship Fellowship
• March 25, Nam Center for Korean Studies: Student Research Fellowship
• March 25, Nam Center for Korean Studies: SeAH-Haiam Arts and Sciences Scholarship (for undergrads or graduate student conducting research on Korean studies)
• Rolling Application deadline, Center for Global Health
• Rolling Application Deadlines, Center for the Education of Women Research Funding(for undergrad and graduate students pursuing research related to the mission of the CEW)
• Various deadlines, LSA Global Experience Scholarship (for LSA undergraduates who are participating in programs through the Center for Global & Intercultural Study)
• Various deadlines-applications reviewed 3x per year, Armenian Studies Program (ASP): Travel and Research Grants (undergrads and graduate students  engaged in research related to Armenian studies)

Fellowships open to Graduate Students Only

• Friday, Jan 20, Center for Japanese Studies Summer Fellowship
• Wednesday, Feb. 1, Center for Chinese Studies – various grants (graduate students only; some reserved for students earning degrees through the CCS)
• Thursday, Feb. 2, Rackham International Research Award (RIRA) (for graduate students; also check out other Rackham-administered grants)
• Thursday, Feb. 16, African Studies Initiative Research Grant (for current graduate students interested in African Studies).
• Thursday, Feb. 16, The Moody Fellowship, the SAIO Research Grant and the Moody Exchange Scholarship (for Graduate Students, Doctoral Students and Faculty currently pursuing or interested in pursuing research or an internship in South Africa)
• Saturday, Feb. 25, Center for Southeast Asian Studies: Thai Studies Research Grant (graduate students only; project must be focused on Thailand)
• Rolling Application Deadline, William Davidson Institute (funding available for Global Impact Summer Internships for graduate students).

For a list of offices that offer funding, please see the Funding section of the University of Michigan Global Portal.