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Persina Scholarship for Diversity in Journalism

The National Press Club, one of the oldest and most prestigious journalism organizations in the country, wants to recruit promising future journalists who will add to diversity in our newsrooms. So we’re helping to send talented prospects to college. Each year, the Press Club awards the $20,000 Ellen Masin Persina/National Press Club scholarship to a high school senior interested in pursuing a career in journalism. The scholarship provides winners with a $5,000-a-year stipend for four years of undergraduate education. The competition is open to high school seniors with a grade point average of 3.0 or better and who are preparing Read more…

Voice of America Internship Information

General Information Location: Washington, D.C. Eligibility: Current enrollment at an accredited college or university, though exceptions are occasionally made for outstanding high-school students Deadline: Rolling (6-12 weeks before desired start date) Compensation: Voluntary and unpaid (though a transportation stipend is provided) Credit: College credit is available, depending on student’s school Fields: Engineering, Journalism, Language Broadcasts, Public Affairs, Special English, TV Technical Studio Operations, and TV to Africa Benefits: Provides “real world” experience in a diverse and dyamic international broadcast organization * Note to international students: Unfortunately, we are unable to assist in the procurement of United States visas.

Campus Ecology Fellowship

National Wildlife Federation’s Campus Ecology Fellows confront global warming on their campuses and help to educate and engage the campus community on global warming impacts and solutions. Monetary fellowship grants are awarded to undergraduate and graduate students working with other members of the faculty, staff, or administration on projects designed to help reverse global warming on campus and beyond. In addition to a modest grant, Fellows also receive project support, recognition of their accomplishments and other perks. Projects include: Energy efficiency in new and existing buildings Greener transportation plans Installation of clean energy technology on campus Purchasing of clean energy Read more…

United States Geospatial Intelligence Foundation Scholarship

2009 Graduate Application 2009 Undergraduate Application 2009 Graduating High School Application The deadline for submissions is Friday, May 29, 2009. All materials must be received on or before this date. In an effort to help further the advancement of the geospatial tradecraft, USGIF is dedicated to assist promising students interested in the geospatial sciences with scholarship awards. USGIF hopes to inspire students who are interested in all that GEOINT has to offer to invest their futures in this incredibly exciting and relevant field of study.

Greenlining Academy Fellowship

The Fellowship program is a year-long training program for young leaders that have completed, at minimum, their undergraduate degrees by the start of the program. Fellows are assigned to specific program areas and develop expertise with the direction of a Program Manager and the Academy Director. Although the curriculum is similar to that of the Associates program, Fellows are given more responsibility and independence to implement projects and programs. Training As part of their work at Greenlining, Fellows receive intensive training to prepare them for policy work at the highest level, which includes:

Siemens We Can Change the World Challenge

Siemens We Can Change the World Challenge

Siemens We Can Change the World Challenge gives teens the opportunity, tools and inspiration to become agents of change. Beginning August 24, 2011 through March 15, 2012, high school student teams from across the country are challenged to create sustainable environmental improvements that can be replicated around the globe. Top prizes will include thousands of dollars in scholarship money and more! To access the application, the Teacher/Mentor should register for the Challenge in order to set up a team(s). After the teams are created, each team member will be emailed login information to access and complete the application. Students are responsible Read more…

Citizens for Global Solutions Internship

  Wanted: Smart, creative, energetic interns seeking a substantive, international issues focused internship in grassroots activism, research, lobbying, and media/communications. We look for strong written and verbal communication skills, a positive attitude, and high self-motivation. We offer substantive internships to undergraduates, graduate students and recent graduates in our National Office in Washington, DC. All our internships are substantive and challenging. With more than 25,000 supporters nationwide and over a 60 year history, Citizens for Global Solutions staff, interns, and member activists carry out advocacy on issues within our program areas. Citizens for Global Solutions envisions and advocates:

Golden Key Graduate Scholar Award

Description: This is Golden Key’s premier scholarship award. This scholarship supports members’ post-baccalaureate study at accredited universities anywhere in the world. Scholarships Available: At least 12 – $10,000 (USD) scholarships. Eligibility: The applicant must be currently working on an undergraduate degree OR the applicant’s first undergraduate degree must have been received within five years of the application deadline. The applicant must be enrolled, as a full-time student, in a post-baccalaureate program of study at an accredited institution during the academic year immediately following the granting of the award. Criteria: Academic achievement, Golden Key involvement, and extracurricular activities. PLEASE NOTE: Scholarship notification to winners Read more…

AG Bell 2012 Convention Concurrent Session Call for Papers

The Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (AG Bell) is seeking submissions for presentations at its 2012 Convention in Scottsdale, Ariz. The 2012 Convention theme, CONNECT – DISCOVER – INSPIRE, continues AG Bell’s commitment to the communities who ensure that all individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing have an opportunity to listen and speak. We invite you to connect with families, professionals and individuals with hearing loss by presenting a short course, concurrent session or poster as we journey together to discover new ideas and inspire one another in Scottsdale. AG Bell’s mission Read more…

Global Solutions Multimedia Contest

Provided by: Citizens for Global Solutions Deadline: October 01, 2008 Type of Award: Contest Awards Available  Amount Varies $600 – $2000 Description The Global Solutions Multimedia Contest 2008 is available to high school students, college students, grad students, aspiring artists, multimedia designers and activists who have an interest in international affairs. To be eligible for this contest, you must submit a short video addressing the question: “How can the United States support Peacekeeping and the International Criminal Court, or working through the international community, as viable solutions to ending the genocide in Darfur?” This contest is open to students of Read more…

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