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Study Abroad Featured Scholarships UAA Study Abroad Scholarship for NCSA/AHA Programs The University of Alaska Anchorage will award a $1000.00 annual scholarship for study abroad on a Northwest Consortium for Study Abroad (NCSA) program. NCSA programs are available in: Argentina, Australia, Austria, Chile, England, France, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, New Zealand, and Spain. Most sites integrate language study with courses taught in English. Students from all disciplines are encouraged to apply. Preference will go to students who demonstrate how the particular NCSA program integrates into or enhances their academic program at UAA. Program and site-specific information is available at http://ahastudyabroad.org. Funding can cover: Fall 08, Winter 09, and Spring 09. For additional information or questions, contact Cecile Mitchell at 786-1558 For: Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors • Field: All fields • Deadline: 5pm on November 15 UAA Elizabeth Tower Endowment for Canadian Studies In 2004, UAA announced the creation of the Elizabeth Tower Endowment for Canadian Studies. The goal of this endowment is to increase the visibility of Canadian studies at UAA and in the community and to improve opportunities for UAA students wanting to study in Canada. Funds will be made available on a case-by-case basis to students who have demonstrated an interest in Canada by excelling in INTL 301 or another course with significant Canadian content, have a strong academic record, or show promise, and have clear study plans. Application Procedure: Please write a letter to the members of Elizabeth Tower Endowment Committee stating your name and grade point average, describing the nature of study in Canada you wish to pursue and explaining why you believe the committee should fund your studies. This letter must be received by April 1st. Your letter should be accompanied by a letter of reference from a professor who can speak to your interests in studying in Canada. For information or to apply, or Dr. Elizabeth James, Co-Chair Elizabeth Tower Endowment for Canadian Studies International Studies University of Alaska Anchorage 3211 Providence Drive Anchorage, AK 99508 (907) 786-1624. For: Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors • Field: Study abroad in all fields • KILLAM FELLOWSHIPS PROGRAM - STUDY IN CANADA Application Deadline: January 31, 2009
UAA students applying for this scholarship still need to follow the university Study Abroad Guidelines.
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UAA KIBRIK & BERGELSON STUDY or RESEARCH IN RUSSIAN SCHOLARSHIP Kibrik & Bergelson Study in Russia Scholarship offers financial assistance for tuition and other educational expenses including air travel to or from Russia to University of Alaska Anchorage students who are studying or conducting research in Russia. Preference will be given to those that are majoring in language, communications, and/or anthropology. Applicant must demonstrate academic excellence, a clear interest in the study of Russia, a solid connection between the study program in Russia and the applicant’s academic and professional goals, and leadership potential. Eligibility: Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors • Field: Study abroad in all fields, but preference is given to students majoring in language, communications, and/or anthropology. Deadline: September 15 and March 15 annually. For more information: http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/scholarships/kibrik_russia.cfm KATHRYN DAVIS FELLOWSHIPS FOR PEACE; INVESTING IN THE STUDY OF CRITICAL LANGUAGES Languages: For beginner to graduate levels in Arabic, Chinese, Hebrew, Japanese, Portuguese and Russian UAA International Studies Students: Track Languages: Chinese, Japanese, Russian Funding: Fellowship grants cover the full comprehensive fee (tuition, room, and board) at the Middlebury Summer Language Schools. Qualifications: The Davis Fellowships are merit-based and intended for exceptionally qualified individuals with demonstrated interest in one or more of the following areas: international, global, or area studies; international politics and economics; peace and security studies; and/or conflict resolution. Individuals in other fields, including working professionals, are also encouraged to apply if their field of expertise requires them to study one of the critical languages listed above. Information and Application: http://www.middlebury.edu/academics/ls/fellowships_scholarships/kwd.htm Deadline: Must be postmarked by February 1, 2010. CRITICAL LANGUAGE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR INTENSIVE SUMMER INSTITUTES: CHINESE and RUSSIAN Sponsored by the United States Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and administered by the Council of American Overseas Research Centers (CAORC), the Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program will offer 525 scholarships for intensive summer language institutes overseas in eleven critical need foreign languages for summer 2009. The CLS Program provides fully-funded seven to ten week group-based intensive language instruction and extensive cultural enrichment experiences held overseas at the intermediate and advanced levels for U.S. citizen undergraduate, Master’s and Ph.D. students and recent graduates. For more information: https://clscholarship.org/home.php HONOR SOCIETY OF PHI KAPPA PHI Each year, Phi Kappa Phi offers 38 scholarships of $1000 to help support undergraduates as they seek knowledge and experience in their academic fields by studying abroad. UAA has a Phi Kappa Phi chapter, so all UAA students are eligible. Students need to have completed 30 credit hours with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5. Student’s study abroad plan should relate directly to their academic preparation, potential career choice, and commitment to the welfare of others. Students must also be returning to UAA after their study abroad experience. Check out the flyer or visit the website for more information. For: Sophomore, Juniors, and Seniors • Field: All fields • National Deadline: Early February • Web site: www.phikappaphi.org
Alaska International Education Foundation Web site: http://www.myaief.com |
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