Fellowship for International Researchers, Rockefeller Archive Center (USA)

Kategori: Beasiswa International Research Fellowship

Fellowship for International Researchers, Rockefeller Archive Center

Invitation for Applications, Rockefeller Archive Center / ARNOVA, Fellowship for International Researchers

The Rockefeller Archives Center and Association for Research on Nonprofit Organizations and Voluntary Action [ARNOVA] invite applications for a first International Research Fellowship. The purpose of this fellowship is to encourage and provide support for attendance at ARNOVA’s Annual Conference, and research using the Rockefeller Archive Center [RAC], by scholars from outside the U.S. and Canada. The fellowship award will provide $4000 intended to cover the costs of travel to and attendance at the ARNOVA Conference, and to the RAC for a time of research at the Archives.

Qualifications

Applicants must demonstrate that they have a scholarly research project that will benefit from attending the ARNOVA Conference and requires research at the Rockefeller Archive Center . They must also have a record of prior scholarship, which may be a thesis or dissertation. Applicants must contact the RAC at least one month prior to applying for the fellowship so that they can clearly identify in the application substantial archival materials that are related to their research project. (Note: Information about the RAC and its collections can be found at http://archive.rockefeller.edu. )


Expectations

Applicants must plan on attending the entire ARNOVA Conference. (Conference registration fees will be waived.) In addition, they must plan on spending at least three days at the RAC for the purpose of conducting their research. The fellowship is expected to cover the full costs of travel, lodging, meals and incidentals. (No supplemental funds will be available.) They must also be able to obtain a travel visa for the dates of the ARNOVA Conference (November 15-17, 2007) and time spent at RAC. Half of the award will be provided two months prior to the dates of the conference, with the balance to be paid at the completion of the conference and the time of research.

Applications

Applicants should send a letter of no more than four pages describing the research project they will pursue, its purposes, and the methodology they will employ. This should also describe how participation in the ARNOVA Conference and use of the RAC will help move this project forward. (As noted above, contact with the RAC prior to sending in the application is necessary.) They should also include records of prior scholarly accomplishments – that is, graduate transcripts, certification of their advanced degree, or the like. They may include a short sample of scholarly writing demonstrating their research abilities.

Completed applications must be postmarked no later than May 15, 2007, and received at ARNOVA’s offices by June 1, 2007. The fellowship winner will be notified no later than July 1, 2007. Applications and supporting materials should be addressed to:

ARNOVA, RAC Fellowship Program
340 W. Michigan St., Canal Level – Suite A, Indianapolis, IN, 46202.

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Fellowship: Design Innovation Scholarship - University of Plymouth (UK)

Kategori: Beasiswa

Design Innovation Scholarship - University of Plymouth

Applications are invited for a Scholarship in the Faculty of Arts, University of Plymouth for practice-led postgraduate research (MPhil/PhD) specialising in Three Dimensional Design. The Scholarship will commence on 1 October 2007.

We will consider proposals in any area of Design but would particularly welcome those from well-qualified applicants that relate to the following areas of our expertise:

- Design for a Sustainable Future
- Digital Design for Creative Manufacturing
- Design Thinking Expressed Through Making
- Approaches to Trans-disciplinary Design Methods.

The scholarship (UK/EU fees plus stipend of £12500 per annum for 2007/8) will be awarded to a new, full time student for 3 years (subject to satisfactory progress). Applications from non-UK/EU students are welcome with the expectation that funds have been secured to meet the difference in fee level. The successful candidate will have a good first degree, and preferably an MA or MDes (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline.

You will need to show potential to develop a range of appropriate advanced research skills. Scholarship applications will be assessed on a competitive basis reflecting scholarly, professional and industrial merit. We are concerned with the originality, viability and quality of the application and with its relevance and potential contribution to our research communities. The successful candidate will be part of a thriving University Design culture that offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes (3ddesign.org.uk), and will be located within Innovate, the Faculty’s Centre for Creative Industries (http://www.innovatecentre.co.uk)

How to Apply
Applications should be made on a University of Plymouth Postgraduate Study application form. Please complete, sign and return your application form by post to the following address:
The Faculty of Arts Research & Graduate Affairs Office,
University of Plymouth,
Earl Richards Road North,
Exeter, Devon EX2 6AS, U.K.

In Section 1 of the form (’Programme of Study’) please write ‘Design Innovation Scholarship’. You should include a 500 word summary of your chosen project (in Section 8). Although you must provide names and details for two referees (Section 11), these will only be taken up if you are shortlisted for the Scholarship. Please note that you are expected to submit (e.g. via CD-rom) appropriate visual evidence of your ability to undertake the proposed project , or direct us to a website where this is accessible. If shortlisted, you will have the opportunity to supplement this material at interview (e.g. via portfolio).

Interviews will be held in Plymouth (to be held between 4 - 8 June 2007). If you are unavailable on any of these dates, please let us know when you submit your application. Non-UK applicants may be interviewed by video-conferencing.

Closing date for applications is 7 May 2007.

For further information about this opportunity, please contact the Faculty of Arts Research & Graduate Affairs Office: Email:
artsresearch@plymouth.ac.uk Telephone: (01392) 485087. www.plymouth.ac.uk/arts

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Scholarships for Study Abroad Programs in Argentina

Road2Argentina, a study abroad organization, is now offering scholarships for our semester, volunteer, Spanish immersion, and internship programs. The scholarships are merit-based and are open to any program participant. Applying is easy! Just fill our Scholarship Application Form and meet the scholarship requirements as outlined in the scholarship requirements as outlined below.

Criteria for Road2Argentina scholarships

Must be accepted to a Road2Argentina program
Submit a completed scholarship application
Submit a personal statement in English or Spanish (400 – 500 words)
Have a minimum 3.0 GPA
Copy of Transcript

Letter of recommendation
Application Deadlines
April 31: for programs taking place from June-December
November 15: for programs taking place from January-May
All application must be sent by e-mail or fax. By email to info@road2argentina.com or by fax to +54-11-48213271.
Selection process
Applicants who meet the scholarship criteria will have their application reviewed by our selection panel. Winners will be notified 3-4 weeks after the application deadline.

Scholarships
1st prize awards - $2,000
2nd prize awards - $1,000

Submited By: Katie Dunlop
Website: www.road2argentina.com

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