* graduate/law student
* must show potential for research and writing in the area of natural resources or the environment and preferably be working on a research paper, thesis, or dissertation.
PERC is seeking graduate or law students who are interested in natural resources and environmental issues and who show potential for research and writing in these areas. Preference is given to those who are working on a research paper, thesis, or dissertation on a natural resource or environmental topic. Successful graduate student candidates typically are working on a master's or PhD thesis on their proposed topic; law candidates most often are hoping to transform a paper they wrote for a class into a law review article.
This fellowship includes:
- The opportunity to spend 3 months with experts in the free market environmentalism movement;
- Mentorship by internationally known scholars who are working on natural resource and environmental research topics themselves;
- Office space and support for completing a research project in an area of specific interest to you;
- A monthly stipend of $1,600 plus reasonable domestic round trip travel expenses to Montana.
Complete the online application, which will require the following: http://www.perc.org/enviroprog/students/forms/grad_app.php
*Cover letter
*Resume/Vita
*Description of the proposed research project (2-5 pages double-spaced)
*Writing sample, preferably in the applicant's area of expertise.
*One letter of reference
*Undergraduate and graduate transcripts
Geographic Location: Bozeman, Montana
Preference is given to students in Africa-focused undergraduate and graduate degree programs at the University of Michigan.
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.
The following materials are required:·
- ASC funding application formâ€â€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.
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.
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.
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.
Open to University of Michigan undergraduate and graduate students
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.
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.
Applicants must submit the following application materials:
- Summer funding application (http://www.ii.umich.edu/UMICH/ceseuc/Home/Resources/Student%20Resources/2011%20Summer%20Funding%20Application.pdf)
- statement of purpose (1-3 pages)
- one letter of recommendation
- budget worksheet (http://www.ii.umich.edu/UMICH/ceseuc/Home/Resources/Student%20Resources/2011%20summer%20budget.pdf)
- curriculum vitae or resume
- official University of Michigan transcript
A written report based on the project will be required at its conclusion.
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.
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.
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
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
To qualify, students must:
- Demonstrate financial need and be eligible for Federal Financial Aid (student must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident).
- Meet specific criteria for the scholarships to which they are applying.
- Attend a HACU-member college or university in the U.S. or Puerto Rico at the time applications are completed and scholarship awards are made.
- Demonstrate eligibility during time of application and when scholarship awards are disbursed.
For nearly 25 years, the Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities has helped thousands of college students through its student programs. HACU offers academic scholarships to help students defray college expenses.
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