Fulbright Summer Institutes for US Undergraduates - Application Open

Fulbright Summer Institutes for US Undergraduates (US citizens)

US-UK Fulbright Commission offers special Summer Institutes for US citizens to come to the UK. These expenses-paid summer programs provide the opportunity for US undergraduates (Us citizens, aged over 18, see eligibility details below), with at least two years of undergraduate study left to complete, to come to the UK on a three or four week academic and cultural summer program.

Participants in these programs 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. Please note: this program gives preference to students who have had little or no study or travel outside of the US.

Attend a National Scholarships Office info session to learn more!

Monday, December 4, 4:30 - 5:00 pm, 2403A Marie Mount Hall

Tuesday, December 5, 12:30 - 1:00 pm, 2403A Marie Mount Hall

Wednesday, December 6, 10:00-10:30 am, 2403A Marie Mount Hall

Friday, December 8, 12:30 - 1:00 pm, 2403A Marie Mount Hall

PLEASE RSVP to scholarships@umd.edu indicating the session you plan to attend.

The Summer Institutes will cover the majority of participant costs.  This includes round-trip airfare from the US to the UK, tuition and fees at the host university/institution, accommodation and meals and in some cases a small daily allowance. 

Summer Institutes available for US students:

• Aberystwyth University (Identity and Nationhood, through the lens of Wales)
• AIFS Summer Institute with Globe Education (Acting and understanding Shakespeare's texts)
• Queen’s University Belfast Institute (Understanding Ireland: Northern Perspectives)
• University of Birmingham (Film and Media)
• University of Bristol Summer Institute (The Triangular Slave Trade)
• University of Exeter Summer Institute (Climate Change and the Environment)
• University of Sussex Summer Institute (Understanding 'Britishness' and British culture)
• University of Westminster Summer Institute (Media, art and design, and business)
• Scotland Summer Institute on Technology, Innovation and Creativity (Technology, Innovation, and Creativity)   

ELIGIBILITY: Applicants must be US Citizens; have a GPA of 3.7 or higher; be 18 or older; have at least two years of undergraduate study remaining after the Institute finishes. Please note: this program gives preference to students who have had little or no study or travel outside of the US.

Application deadline is February 7, 2018 at 11.59pm EST.

Ecological Benefits Modeling Internship - National Park Service

Gilman Study Abroad Scholarship - For Pell Grant Recipients / US Citizens

Are you thinking about studying abroad in summer 2018 of academic year 2018-19? Are you a US CITIZEN receiving a PELL GRANT (a federal need-based educational grant)?

Learn about the GILMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP, which provides up to $5,000 for study abroad students with financial need who receive Pell Grants.  In the last two years, 58 University of Maryland students won Gilman Scholarships—a 45% acceptance rate!  The deadline to apply for summer 2018 and fall/academic year 2018-19 awards is March 6, 2018.

Get an early start and learn from NSO staff about the Gilman program and the application process. Please RSVP to let us know which session you plan to attend: scholarships@umd.edu. If you are interested but cannot attend one of these sessions, let us know and we can arrange a time to meet with you individually.

Monday, December 4, 4:00-4:30 pm, 2403A Marie Mount Hall

Tuesday, December 5, 12:00-12:30 pm, 2403A Marie Mount Hall

Tuesday, December 5, 4:30-5:00 pm, 1201 Marie Mount Hall

Wednesday, December 6, 12:00-12:30 pm, 2403A Marie Mount Hall

Wednesday, December 6, 4:30-5:00 pm, 1201 Marie Mount Hall

Thursday, December 7, 11:30 am-12:00 pm, 1201 Marie Mount Hall

Thursday, December 7, 5:00-5:30 pm, 2403A Marie Mount Hall

Friday, December 8, 11:30 am-12:00 pm, 1201 Marie Mount Hall

Eligibility Requirements: US Citizens - Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors - All Majors - Must be studying abroad for at least 3 weeks - Must have FAFSA demonstrated financial need and be receiving a Pell Grant.

Application Deadline: March 6, 2018
The Gilman International Scholarship Program offers 1,700 scholarships of up to $5,000 to students of limited financial means to pursue academic studies world-wide. Such international study is intended to better prepare U.S. students to assume significant roles in an increasingly global economy and interdependent world. Programs must be at least 3 weeks in length.

American Cleaning Institute Internship Opportunity

ReNUWIt REU Internship Program

Conservation Legacy Internship Opportunity at National Capital Parks-East

Here is some news about an exciting internship opportunity with the National Parks Service in Washington DC as a Resource Management Assistant.  This term for this position lasts for 47 weeks starting as early as the month of December.  Compensation is $510/week for full-time interns (5 days a week).   
Important Job Information: 

• AmeriCorps Award:

This position is eligible for an AmeriCorps education award upon successful completion of the program.  Value of education award is $5,775.00 (pre-tax).

• Educational Status:

Bachelor’s degree in related field such as environmental studies, community/regional planning, recreation management, natural resource management, historic preservation, geography, or landscape architecture.

• Start Date:

Projected start date is December but is contingent on passing background investigation.

• Specific training:

Hands-on mentored work experience; individual training available to meet specific interests and needs.

• Application Due Date:

December 1st, 2017

Specifics about position:
 The Steward will be focused on resource management at the park.  The Steward will learn about the NPS mission and its role in the protection of cultural and natural resources; work collaboratively with park resource management staff throughout the permitting process, which will include assisting in National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and NPS compliance and monitoring; and obtain experience in working in high stress environments.
 The Steward will be instrumental in ensuring that park resources are protected during the 47-week program.  Monitoring of park permits will assist in protecting park resources and mitigate any adverse impacts. With an increase in monitoring activities, the Steward will obtain a better understanding of the park sites, but more importantly will contribute in ensuring the protection of the park natural and cultural resources.

Duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

•  Permit monitoring/Resource Protection
• Assist with Cultural Resource Management (CRM) compliance activities
• Assist with determination of potential natural and cultural resource impacts from proposed project activities, and work with park staff to determine if proposed activities can be permitted
• Assist with review of resource management reports and documents
• Enter compliance data into NPS Planning, Environment & Public Comment (PEPC); complete web-based PEPC training, and work with park staff to learn how to use the database effectively
• Assist with park boundary issues

 Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to think critically and creatively.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to speak comfortably with a multi-ethnic/multi-cultural audience
• Ability to work effectively with a variety of people and develop strong partner networks.
• Great customer service skills.
• Ability to work well in a dynamic environment and adjust priorities quickly.
• Strong organizational skills
• Completion of a Bachelor’s degree is required
• Self-directed and motivated.
• Physically able to bend, stoop, crouch, lift (up to 15 lbs.), frequently walk, and stand for extended periods of time.
• Love/passion for the outdoors and willingness to explore.
• Working knowledge of and experience participating in outdoor recreational activities (i.e. climbing, hiking, biking, paddling, etc.).

Mandatory Requirements:

• Ability to meet deadlines and communicate to supervisor when assistance is needed/desired.
• Possession of a current valid driver’s license
• Must be a US Citizen, National, or Lawful Permanent Resident Alien of the United States
• Must be 18 years or older
• This position will be required to submit quarterly reports and a final report during their term of service

How to Apply:

Apply on-line at: http://www.stewardslegacy.org/join/environmental-stewards/    

 

For More Information:

Contact Emma Savely, Environmental Stewards Program Coordinator

Emma@ConservationLegacy.org

Future Farmers of America Scholarships

Hey everyone,

Please take advantage of these scholarships sponsored by Future Farmers of America.  It's always a great idea to spend part of your winter break looking for ways to cut costs for the Spring semester!

Remember:  No matter how unsure you are of whether or not you'll get a scholarship, you have nothing to lose and everything to gain by applying! 

	19145	Bunge North America Scholarship	National FFA Organization		01-Feb-2018	1,000.00 USD
	Contact Telephone 317-802-4419 Contact Email scholarships@ffa.org Sponsor Website https://www.ffa.org/participate/grants-and-scholarships Program URL https://www.ffa.org/participate/scholarships Deadline Dates (ALL) 01-Feb-2018 Synopsis This scholarship is available to students pursuing a two- or a four-year degree in select majors in agricultural production, communication, education, management, finance, sales, marketing, science, equestrian science, sustainable agriculture, engineering or public service in agriculture.
	19130	AGCO Finance Scholarship	National FFA Organization		01-Feb-2018	2,000.00 USD
	Contact Telephone 317-802-4419 Contact Email scholarships@ffa.org Sponsor Website https://www.ffa.org/participate/grants-and-scholarships Program URL https://www.ffa.org/participate/scholarships Deadline Dates (ALL) 01-Feb-2018 Synopsis This scholarship is available to students pursuing a two- or four-year degree in agronomy, crop science, general agriculture, agricultural communications, education, journalism, extension, public relations, business management, economics, finance, sales and marketing, engineering, mechanization, or agriculture power and equipment.
	19207	National FFA Alumni Association Scholarship	National FFA Organization		01-Feb-2018	1,000.00 USD
	Contact Telephone 317-802-4419 Contact Email scholarships@ffa.org Sponsor Website https://www.ffa.org/participate/grants-and-scholarships Program URL https://www.ffa.org/participate/scholarships Deadline Dates (ALL) 01-Feb-2018 Synopsis This scholarship is available to students pursuing a four-year degree in agricultural education and a career as an agriculture teacher.
	19150	Church & Dwight Company Inc. Scholarship	National FFA Organization		01-Feb-2018	1,000.00 USD
	Contact Telephone 317-802-4419 Contact Email scholarships@ffa.org Sponsor Website https://www.ffa.org/participate/grants-and-scholarships Program URL https://www.ffa.org/participate/scholarships Deadline Dates (ALL) 01-Feb-2018 Synopsis This scholarship is available to students pursuing a four-year degree in animal nutrition, animal or dairy science, agricultural business management, finance, sales and marketing, or agricultural engineering.
	13887	Award for Excellence in Teaching Materials and Methods in Biological and Agricultural Engineering	American Society for Engineering Education		15-Jan-2018	500.00 USD
	Contact Telephone 202-331-3500 Contact Email awards@asee.org Sponsor Website https://www.asee.org/member-resources/awards Program URL http://www.asee.org/member-resources/awards/full-list-of-awards/other-division-awards#Biological_and_Agricultural_Engineering_Division Deadline Dates (ALL) 15-Jan-2018 Synopsis This award, sponsored by the ASEE Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division, recognizes an individual or group of individuals in the development and dissemination of excellent teaching materials and methods in Biological and Agricultural Engineering.
	18726	New Century Farmer	National FFA Organization		15-Feb-2018	0.00 USD
	Contact Name Casey Zufelt Contact Telephone 317-802-4309 Contact Email czufelt@ffa.org Sponsor Website https://www.ffa.org/participate/collegiate Program URL https://www.ffa.org/participate/collegiate/new-century-farmer Deadline Dates (ALL) 15-Feb-2018 Synopsis During the intensive five-day conference in Des Moines, Iowa, participants will network with industry experts, presenters and each other. They will attend a series of workshops and sessions discussing topics ranging from the global marketplace to farm financing, consumer trends and managing risk.
	19227	Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A. Inc. Scholarship	National FFA Organization		01-Feb-2018	2,500.00 USD
	Contact Telephone 317-802-4419 Contact Email scholarships@ffa.org Sponsor Website https://www.ffa.org/participate/grants-and-scholarships Program URL https://www.ffa.org/participate/scholarships Deadline Dates (ALL) 01-Feb-2018 Synopsis This scholarship is available to students pursuing a four-year degree in agricultural engineering or agricultural science/technology.
	19182	Hoard’s Dairyman Scholarship	National FFA Organization		01-Feb-2018	1,000.00 USD
	Contact Telephone 317-802-4419 Contact Email scholarships@ffa.org Sponsor Website https://www.ffa.org/participate/grants-and-scholarships Program URL https://www.ffa.org/participate/scholarships Deadline Dates (ALL) 01-Feb-2018 Synopsis This scholarship is available to students pursuing a four-year degree in dairy science or agricultural journalism.
	19211	National Mastitis Council (NMC) Scholarship	National FFA Organization		01-Feb-2018	1,000.00 USD
	Contact Telephone 317-802-4419 Contact Email scholarships@ffa.org Sponsor Website https://www.ffa.org/participate/grants-and-scholarships Program URL https://www.ffa.org/participate/scholarships Deadline Dates (ALL) 01-Feb-2018 Synopsis The scholarship is available to students pursuing a two-or four-year degree in animal or dairy science, agricultural communications, education, journalism, extension, sales and marketing or pre-vet/vet sciences.
	19139	Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) Scholarship	National FFA Organization		01-Feb-2018	1,000.00 USD
	Contact Telephone 317-802-4419 Contact Email scholarships@ffa.org Sponsor Website https://www.ffa.org/participate/grants-and-scholarships Program URL https://www.ffa.org/participate/scholarships Deadline Dates (ALL) 01-Feb-2018 Synopsis This scholarship is available to full-time students pursuing a two- or four-year degree in all agricultural majors.
	19135	AGCO Corporation Scholarship	National FFA Organization		01-Feb-2018	2,000.00 USD
	Contact Telephone 317-802-4419 Contact Email scholarships@ffa.org Sponsor Website https://www.ffa.org/participate/grants-and-scholarships Program URL https://www.ffa.org/participate/scholarships Deadline Dates (ALL) 01-Feb-2018 Synopsis This scholarship is available to students pursuing a two-or four-year degree in any agricultural major, welding, diesel mechanics, non-ag communications, public relations or sales and marketing.
	19141	James C. Borel FFA Leaders Scholarship	National FFA Organization		01-Feb-2018	1,000.00 USD
	Contact Telephone 317-802-4419 Contact Email scholarships@ffa.org Sponsor Website https://www.ffa.org/participate/grants-and-scholarships Program URL https://www.ffa.org/participate/scholarships Deadline Dates (ALL) 01-Feb-2018 Synopsis This scholarship is available to students pursuing a four-year degree in any area of agriculture.
	19193	Mahindra USA Women in Ag Scholarship	National FFA Organization		01-Feb-2018	2,500.00 USD
	Contact Telephone 317-802-4419 Contact Email scholarships@ffa.org Sponsor Website https://www.ffa.org/participate/grants-and-scholarships Program URL https://www.ffa.org/participate/scholarships Deadline Dates (ALL) 01-Feb-2018 Synopsis This scholarship is available to women students pursuing a two-or four-year degree in the field of agriculture.
	19153	Robert Eggert Memorial Scholarship	National FFA Organization		01-Feb-2018	1,000.00 USD
	Contact Telephone 317-802-4419 Contact Email scholarships@ffa.org Sponsor Website https://www.ffa.org/participate/grants-and-scholarships Program URL https://www.ffa.org/participate/scholarships Deadline Dates (ALL) 01-Feb-2018 Synopsis This scholarship is available to students who are pursuing a four-year degree in agribusiness.