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Behavior, Education and Communication

Graduate Fellowship on 'Ethnicity in Africa'

Typical application deadline: 
March
Contact Name: 
Dr. Derek Peterson, (Associate Director of the African Studies Center); Prof. Howard Stein, (howstein@umich.edu)
Page last updated: 
02/22/2011
Application Deadline: 
March 7, 2011
Funding source home page: 
The Center for Afroamerican and African Studies
Applicant Eligibility: 
Ph.D.
Applicant Eligibility Comments: 

- During the entire term of this appointment, you must remain in good standing as a student in a graduate degree program at the University of Michigan.

- During the term of this fellowship, you remain free of competing or conflicting appointments that would prevent your participation in assisting with the conference.

Keywords: 
Activism
Africa
International
International students
People
Population
Social sciences
Amount: 
$8,300.00 stipend/term
Funding Abstract: 

The Center of Afroamerican and African Studies (CAAS) at the University of Michigan seeks to appoint a doctoral student to a one-year, non-renewable Graduate Fellowship. The fellowship recipient will be in the 'Ethnicity in Africa: Historical, Comparative and Contemporary Investigations' working group.  Applicants must have advanced to candidacy in a doctoral program at the University of Michigan.  Students working in any discipline in the social sciences or humanities are encouraged to apply. The post will extend from 1 September 2011 to 30 June 2012. 

Type of Funding: 
Fellowship
Funding Comments: 

In the company of a larger group of Michigan scholars, the awardee will help to organize a series of interdisciplinary seminars and conferences about ethnicity in Africa. There will be at least one conference convened in 2011-2012 centered on ethnicity, conflict and cooperation in Africa  and as part of your fellowship, you are expected to participate in this scholarly activity. This conference follows on two workshops convened in 2010-2011: 'Approaches to the Study of Ethnicity in Africa' (December 2010) and 'Religion and the Making of the Yoruba' (April 2011).   In your application, address how your research complements these two conference topics.

Application Process and Required Materials: 

Interested scholars should apply with:

- an outline of the research they are pursuing, indicating how their research will help advance the interdisciplinary study of ethnicity in Africa.

- a curriculum vitae and up to 10,000 words of scholarly work, published or unpublished.  

- two academic references should be requested to write directly to the Fellowship Committee at the below address describing your scholarly work in the interdisciplinary topics of the fellowship.

Fund Usage: 
stipend
Funding Restrictions: 

Health insurance, life insurance, tuition, and associated fees are not provided with this offer. 

Fields of Study: 
Behavior, Education and Communication
Environmental Justice

Raoul Wallenberg International Summer Travel Fellowship

Contact Name: 
Wallenberg Selection Committee
Typical application deadline: 
February
Page last updated: 
02/21/2011
Application Deadline: 
February 25, 2011
weblinks: 
Fellowship Information, including link to application
Applicant Eligibility: 
Graduate
Applicant Eligibility Comments: 

Graduate and graduate/professional students must be in good standing academically, pursuing a degree full-time, and enrolled for at least one semester following return to the U.S. 

Funding source home page: 
Ginsberg Center
Keywords: 
Activism
Behavior
General support
Health
International
International students
People
Research/field research
Social sciences
Travel
Women
Amount: 
Up to $5,000
Funding Abstract: 

In the spirit of Raoul Wallenberg's experience at Michigan, the Wallenberg International Summer Travel Fellowship will allow selected students to take part in a community service project or civic participation anywhere in the world. The fellowship will support such experiences as, for instance, volunteer work with a humanitarian organization such as a school, clinic, or aid program, or the exploration of humanitarian issues not well understood in the United States.

Several fellowships will be made for summer 2011, each in the amount of up to $5,000 to cover transportation, room and board, and local excursions made in connection with the project.

For 2011, inspired by the dedication of the 2010 Wallenberg medalist Dr. Denis Mukwege, preference will be given to proposals concerned with health systems facing crises, especially those related to gender, reproductive and human rights.

Type of Funding: 
Fellowship
Funding Comments: 

Projects should be at least four weeks in duration and take place outside of the U.S. between May and August 2011. The University’s international travel policies will be followed.

Upon return to the U.S., Wallenberg Travel Fellows will be asked to prepare a brief report and to meet with members of the Wallenberg Committee to discuss their experience. Fellows are also expected to take part in the annual Wallenberg Lecture and outreach activities in the year following their fellowship. 

 

Application Process and Required Materials: 
  • Application form
  • A statement of purpose, that describes purpose and goals of the proposed project or experience and how it addresses the purpose of the Wallenberg International Travel Fellowship.
  • A full budget and timetable that show anticipated costs and any other source of support, pending or confirmed. Equipment will not be funded.
  • A recommendation from the applicant’s principal adviser or another faculty member who can assess the student’s readiness to undertake the proposed project. 
  • An unofficial copy of the University of Michigan academic transcript.
  • Letter of affiliation from any supervising or sponsoring agency.
  • A résumé/curriculum vitae.

Submission:  Applications will be accepted through electronic submission only.

Fund Usage: 
Transportation, room and board, and local excursions made in connection with the project.
Fields of Study: 
Behavior, Education and Communication
Environmental Justice

Clone of African Studies Center Funding

Typical application deadline: 
February
Contact Name: 
Devon Adjei
Page last updated: 
02/18/2011
Contact Phone: 
734-615-3027
Application Deadline: 
February 25, 2011
weblinks: 
Funding Information
Funding source home page: 
University of Michigan International Institute
Applicant Eligibility: 
Graduate
Applicant Eligibility Comments: 

Preference is given to students in Africa-focused undergraduate and graduate degree programs at the University of Michigan. 

Keywords: 
Africa
General support
International
International students
Research/field research
Travel
Amount: 
Up to $3,000
Funding Abstract: 

The African Studies Center seeks applications from students seeking funds to pursue African studies related research, travel or language.  Preference is given to students in Africa-focused undergraduate and graduate degree programs at the University of Michigan.  

Type of Funding: 
Fellowship
Funding Comments: 

 Funding for faculty and students is available as follows:
·         Research and Internship support in Africa – Up to $3,000
·         Conference Travel Grants – Up to $500.00 domestic and $1,000.00 international travel to support participation as presenters at conferences
·         Support for Campus Events – Up to $1,000 to support Africa-related student events on campus
·         Support for the study of African languages not offered at the University of Michigan

Application Process and Required Materials: 

The following materials are required:·        

  • ASC funding application form—see: http://www.ii.umich.edu/UMICH/asc/Home/Opportunities/ASC%20Funding/General%20Funding%20application%20form%20(rev%201-27-11).pdf
  • Statement of purpose (2 page limit) including proposed time period, institutional affiliation, your reasons for pursuing the project, and how this experience will contribute to your career goals
  • A letter of invitation is required only for internship applicants and those applying for conference travel support
  • A budget, which must include the total estimated cost for airfare, airport transportation, local transportation, housing, food, visa fees, CDC-required immunizations, and HTH insurance fee.  The total budget may exceed the maximum award.
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • University of Michigan transcript
  • One letter of reference from applicant’s U-M faculty advisor (for graduate students).

A written project report will be required at the conclusion of the grant.

Fields of Study: 
Behavior, Education and Communication
Environmental Informatics
Environmental Justice
Environmental Policy and Planning
Sustainable Systems
Landscape Architecture

Cave Conservancy Graduate Fellowship in Karst Studies

Contact Name: 
Dr. David C. Culver
Typical application deadline: 
June
Page last updated: 
02/11/2011
Application Deadline: 
June 1, 2011
weblinks: 
Fellowship Information
Applicant Eligibility: 
Graduate
Applicant Eligibility Comments: 

Applicants must be full-time graduate or undergraduate students at a U.S. college or university. The research can involve any cave and karst areas, including those outside the United States.

Funding source home page: 
Cave Conservancy Foundation
Keywords: 
Biodiversity
Conservation Biology
Ecological studies
Ecosystem
International
International students
Land management
Recreation
Research/field research
Social sciences
Amount: 
M.S.- $5,000; Ph.D.- $15,000
Funding Abstract: 

The Cave Conservancy Foundation is planning to award a yearly Undergraduate Fellowship in Karst Studies for $5,000, an M.S. Graduate Fellowship in Karst Studies for $5,000, and a Ph.D. Graduate Fellowship in Karst Studies for $15,000. Any study of caves and karst in any field, including but not limited to archeology, biology, engineering, geography, geology, and social sciences will be considered.

Type of Funding: 
Fellowship
Application Process and Required Materials: 

Applicants for the graduate fellowships (M.S. and Ph.D.) must include a letter of intent, a curriculum vita, a thesis proposal, graduate transcripts, and two letters of recommendation, one being from the thesis advisor.

Fund Usage: 
Research
Fields of Study: 
Behavior, Education and Communication
Environmental Informatics
Environmental Justice
Sustainable Systems
Landscape Architecture

CES-EUC Summer Research and Internship Grants

Typical application deadline: 
March
Contact Name: 
Julie Claus, CREES/CES-EUC Student Services Associate
Page last updated: 
02/04/2011
Application Deadline: 
March 15, 2011
Contact Phone: 
(734) 764-0351
weblinks: 
Grant Information
Summer Funding Application
Funding source home page: 
Center for European Studies-European Union Center
Applicant Eligibility: 
Graduate
Applicant Eligibility Comments: 

Open to University of Michigan undergraduate and graduate students

Keywords: 
Central Europe
Eastern Europe
International
International students
Research/field research
Travel
Western Europe
Amount: 
$500 to $1,500
Funding Abstract: 

The Center for European Studies-European Union Center seeks applications from University of Michigan undergraduate and graduate students for grants ranging from $500 to $1,500 towards summer research or internships. The grants are intended to promote the study of Europe and European integration.
 

Type of Funding: 
Fellowship
Funding Comments: 

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; applicants for a EU-related study abroad program should include the description of the program.

Application Process and Required Materials: 

Applicants must submit the following application materials:

A written report based on the project will be required at its conclusion.

Fund Usage: 
travel, conference fees, purchase of research materials, and fees for educational opportunities not provided by UM
Fields of Study: 
Behavior, Education and Communication
Environmental Informatics
Environmental Justice
Environmental Policy and Planning
Sustainable Systems
Landscape Architecture

Great Lakes Summer Fellows Program

Typical application deadline: 
February
Contact Name: 
Christine A. McAllen
Page last updated: 
01/31/2011
Application Deadline: 
February 28, 2011
Contact Phone: 
734-763-3010
weblinks: 
Fellowship Information
Online Application
Fellowship Program Position Descriptions
Funding source home page: 
Cooperative Institute for Limnology and Ecosystems Research
Applicant Eligibility: 
Graduate
Applicant Eligibility Comments: 

- Currently enrolled undergraduate and graduate students

- Recent graduates will be considered (graduated after April 2010)

- You must be a U.S. Citizen, or a non-U.S. Citizen currently on a student visa in the U.S.

Keywords: 
Biodiversity
Climate change
Computers
Ecological studies
Ecosystem
Environmental Education
Fish/Fishery
GIS
Great Lakes
Health
Lake
Natural Resource Management
Ocean/Marine
People
Professional presentation
Research/field research
Water/Aquatic
Watershed
Amount: 
$5,750
Funding Abstract: 

The Cooperative Institute for Limnology and Ecosystems Research (CILER), located at the University of Michigan, announces the 2011 Great Lakes Summer Student Fellowship Program. The 2011 program is hosted this year by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory (GLERL) in Ann Arbor, MI; Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary (TBNMS) in Alpena, MI; the NWS National Operational Hydrologic and Remote Sensing Center in Chanhassen, MN; the University of Minnesota in Duluth, MN, the Great Lakes Water Institute in Milwaukee, WI; and Michigan Technological University in Houghton, MI.  This summer fellowship program provides students with a broad range of fields and an exciting opportunity to conduct research in the Great Lakes Region under the mentorship of an individual scientist or professional. 

Type of Funding: 
Fellowship
Funding Comments: 

Fellows are responsible for covering the cost of their housing for the duration of the fellowship, as well as their transportation costs to and from the position location.  Any travel or accommodations required while performing the duties of the position, i.e. fieldwork, etc., will be covered by the program. Fellows are required to give a 15-minute oral presentation at the end of their fellowship period.

Application Process and Required Materials: 

Instructions:
1. Fill out the web form with uploaded resume and unofficial transcripts at http://ciler.snre.umich.edu/content/2011-great-lakes-summer-fellow-program-application-form
2. Mail, fax or email one letter of recommendation (must be sent by the writer) to Christine McAllen (contact info below)

Fund Usage: 
stipend
Fields of Study: 
Behavior, Education and Communication
Environmental Informatics
Environmental Justice
Environmental Policy and Planning
Sustainable Systems

ERM Foundation Sustainability Fellowship

Typical application deadline: 
February
Contact Name: 
Janice Taplar, Executive Director
Page last updated: 
01/25/2011
Application Deadline: 
February 25, 2011
Contact Phone: 
(610) 524-3630
weblinks: 
Fellowship Information and Application
Funding source home page: 
ERM Foundation- North America
Applicant Eligibility: 
Graduate
Applicant Eligibility Comments: 

 The Sustainability Fellowship is available to graduate students enrolled in U.S.-based taxexempt educational organizations. ERM and ERM Foundation employees, volunteers, and their relatives are not eligible to apply.

Keywords: 
Behavior
Biodiversity
Business/Industry
Climate change
Economics
Ecosystem
Energy
Environmental Education
Environmental Justice
Global change
Green development
Health
International
International students
Land management
Natural Resource Management
People
Policy
Population
Science/technology
Social sciences
Sustainability/Sustainable Development
Amount: 
$15,000
Funding Abstract: 

The ERM Foundation Sustainability Fellowship is being launched by ERM Foundation to support entrepreneurial graduate students who want to implement their visions for a more sustainable world. In addition to a monetary stipend of up to $15,000 for the selected Sustainability Fellow, the top five Fellowship finalists will be given an opportunity to interview for a compensated internship position at one of ERM’s global offices (e.g., Annapolis, MD, Houston, TX London, UK or Sydney, AU).

Sustainability Fellowship applicants are required to submit a proposal that describes a sustainability initiative.  The proposal must describe a Sustainability Initiative that can be used or implemented by a private or public sector organization.  The Sustainability Initiative could be any service, product, project, or program that attempts to provide a solution to environmental or socioeconomic sustainability issue(s) on a local or global basis.

Type of Funding: 
Fellowship
Application Process and Required Materials: 

 Sustainability Fellowship Applicants are required to submit:

- a completed Application form

- resume (1-2 pages)

- graduate school transcript

- two letters of recommendation

- A proposal

The Proposal must describe, in 500 words or less, a Sustainability Initiative that can be used or implemented by a private or public sector organization. The Sustainability Initiative could be any service, product, project, or program that attempts to provide a solution to environmental or socioeconomic sustainability issue(s) on a local or global basis. The Proposal must be accompanied by a brief description of the budget and the timeframe required to develop the Initiative. The timeframe for completing the Sustainability Initiative should be explained in a short paragraph and provide the expected number of weeks or months to prepare a final service, product, project, or program ready for implementation or use.

Fund Usage: 
daily living expenses, room and board, travel, materials, and other resources required for the proposed proejct
Funding Restrictions: 

 If the proposed Sustainability Initiative exceeds $15,000, the source of the additional funds must be stated and proof of additional support will be required.

Fields of Study: 
Behavior, Education and Communication
Environmental Justice
Environmental Policy and Planning
Sustainable Systems

Dow Sustainability Innovation Student Challenge

Typical application deadline: 
March
Contact Name: 
Sarah Romanski
Page last updated: 
01/24/2011
Application Deadline: 
March 5, 2011
Contact Phone: 
(734) 615-8230
weblinks: 
Award Information
Funding source home page: 
Graham Environmental Sustainability Institute
Applicant Eligibility: 
Graduate
Master's Project
Applicant Eligibility Comments: 

 1. Any currently enrolled University of Michigan – Ann Arbor graduate student (i.e., master's or doctoral) is eligible to apply, with the exception of Dow Award winners from previous years, who are not eligible to apply.  

2. Individual students or student teams may submit an application.

3. Only one application per person will be accepted.

4. At least one person associated with the submission must be available to travel to the University of California, Berkeley for an award ceremoney in the Fall of 2011.

 

Keywords: 
Behavior
Biodiversity
Business/Industry
Climate change
Conservation Biology
Ecosystem
Energy
Environmental Education
Environmental Justice
Global change
Green development
Health
Natural Resource Management
People
Policy
Research/field research
Science/technology
Social sciences
Sustainability/Sustainable Development
Systems Thinking/Complexity Science
Amount: 
$10,000
Funding Abstract: 

The Dow Chemical Company established the Dow Sustainability Innovation Student Challenge to recognize innovations aligned with the company’s 2015 sustainability goals. Based on our demonstrated academic excellence in the field of sustainability, UM is one of seven universities on four continents selected to participate in this program. The Dow Challenge presents a unique opportunity to recognize outstanding students for their innovative ideas in pursuit of sustainability.  

Type of Funding: 
Award/Prize
Funding Comments: 

 To be considered, entries must directly relate to two or more of the following areas:

Sustainable Chemistry

Breakthrough Solutions to Global Sustainability Challenges

Energy Efficiency and Conservation

Adapting to or Reducing Climate Change Impact

Contributions to Community Sustainability Success

Life Cycle Product Safety Leadership

Human Health and the Environment

Sustainable Freshwater Supply and Distribution

Environmental Policy Development and Human Behavior Change

Sustainable Infrastructure

Application Process and Required Materials: 

1. Apply online at http://www.graham.umich.edu/forms/Proposal.php?pid=DOW:14

2. The description of work must be a single document (PDF format) that is no longer than 1500 words (one schematic may be included within the document). 

Fund Usage: 
Other (award)
Fields of Study: 
Behavior, Education and Communication
Environmental Informatics
Environmental Justice
Environmental Policy and Planning
Sustainable Systems
Landscape Architecture

Rackham Spring/Summer Research Grants Program

Typical application deadline: 
February
Contact Name: 
Belinda Franklin
Page last updated: 
01/20/2011
Application Deadline: 
February 1, 2011
Contact Phone: 
734-615-3654
weblinks: 
Grant Guidelines
Grant Application
Funding source home page: 
Rackham Graduate School
Applicant Eligibility: 
Other
Applicant Eligibility Comments: 

Tenure track and emeritus faculty, research track faculty, clinical track faculty, and librarians are eligible to submit applications. Lecturers, visiting and adjunct professors are not eligible. A faculty member may submit only one application for each round of funding. Those who have previously received a Spring/Summer Research Grant must allow three years of funding to pass before submitting a new proposal. Employment through this program is limited to students enrolled in Rackham doctoral programs. Students who have previously received a Rackham Predoctoral Fellowship are not eligible for support.

Keywords: 
General support
Research/field research
Amount: 
$6,000
Funding Abstract: 

Sponsored jointly by the Dean of Rackham Graduate School and the Vice President for Research, this program was created to enable faculty members to collaborate with doctoral students on research and scholarly projects during the Spring/Summer term. In addition, this program provides financial support and tasks of intellectual and professional benefit to participating doctoral students.  One hundred (100) Spring/Summer Research Grants will be awarded for 2011.

Type of Funding: 
Grant
Funding Comments: 

Award recipients will receive a grant of $6,000 with the expectation that they will hire a student admitted to or currently enrolled at the University of Michigan who will commit to work at least 300 hours of the combined Spring/Summer terms of the project. The salary does not include tuition or health benefits for this period. Graduate students will be required to fulfill their responsibilities to the satisfaction of their faculty mentor; specific objectives and duties should be agreed upon prior to the period of Spring/Summer employment.

Application Process and Required Materials: 

The application form and the proposal must be submitted via an e-mail attachment. The application form is available in a PDF format (link provided below). The proposal and CV must be submitted in either MS Word or PDF format. Questions about the program or the application procedures should be directed to Belinda Franklin in the Graduate School at (734) 615-3654 or via e-mail at belfrank@umich.edu.
Submit the application, proposal, and CV as an e-mail attachment to belfrank@umich.edu by Tuesday, February 1, 2011.

Fund Usage: 
Award recipients will receive a grant of $6,000 with the expectation that they will hire a U of M student who will commit to work at least 300 hours of the combined Spring/Summer terms of the project
Funding Restrictions: 

 The salary does not include tuition or health benefits for this period. Graduate students will be required to fulfill their responsibilities to the satisfaction of their faculty mentor; specific objectives and duties should be agreed upon prior to the period of Spring/Summer employment.

Fields of Study: 
Behavior, Education and Communication
Environmental Informatics
Environmental Justice
Environmental Policy and Planning
Sustainable Systems
Landscape Architecture

Armenian Studies Fellowship

Typical application deadline: 
February
Contact Name: 
Ingrid Peterson
Page last updated: 
01/19/2011
Contact Phone: 
734-763-0622
Application Deadline: 
February 15, 2011
weblinks: 
Fellowship Information
Funding source home page: 
Armenian Studies Program
Applicant Eligibility: 
Ph.D.
Applicant Eligibility Comments: 

These fellowships will be awarded to incoming graduate students at the University of Michigan who expect to focus their graduate work around Armenian studies through pursuit of a PhD with one of the university’s social science or humanities departments. Master’s students with the Center for Russian and East European Studies or the Center for Middle Eastern and North African Studies may also be nominated.

Keywords: 
Central Europe
International
International students
People
Policy
Social sciences
Travel
Amount: 
Not specified
Funding Abstract: 

The Armenian Studies Program (ASP) at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, offers Armenian Studies Fellowships to graduate students for 2011-2012. These fellowships will be awarded to incoming graduate students at the University of Michigan who expect to focus their graduate work around Armenian studies through pursuit of a PhD with one of the university’s social science or humanities departments. Master’s students with the Center for Russian and East European Studies or the Center for Middle Eastern and North African Studies may also be nominated.

Type of Funding: 
Fellowship
Funding Comments: 

The scope and number of fellowships awarded is contingent on the availability of funds.

The Armenian Studies Program expects its fellows to participate in the various lectures, events and conferences sponsored by the program. Considerations will be given concerning schedule conflicts.

Application Process and Required Materials: 

All initial application materials should be directed to the relevant departments and to Rackham Graduate School. Also please note that departments have their own application deadlines that may be prior to the nomination deadline.

Nominating departments/schools must provide:

1. A copy of all application materials submitted for consideration of admission.
2. A letter of support from the department chair and/or faculty advisor, including;

a.       information on other funding to be offered to the nominee

b.       the proposed use of Armenian Studies Fellowship funds

c.       a brief explanation about how this student's work--if not obvious from the application--would contribute to Armenian studies.

Fields of Study: 
Behavior, Education and Communication
Environmental Justice
Environmental Policy and Planning
Sustainable Systems

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