Albert W. Dent Graduate Student Scholarship For minority students only The Foundation of the American College of Healthcare Executives established this scholarship in honor of Albert W. Dent, the first African-American Fellow of ACHE. This financial aid program is offered to help ACHE Student Associates finance their education. Scholarship Details Offered annually, the Albert W. Dent Graduate Student Scholarship is designated for minority students enrolled in their final year of a healthcare management graduate program. Each Scholarship is worth $5,000. Between the Dent and the McGaw scholarships, ACHE awards, on average, 20 scholarships each year. In providing this scholarship, ACHE’s goal is to provide financial aid to minority students in healthcare management graduate programs to help offset tuition costs, student loans and expenses. Eligibility Requirements You may apply for an Albert W. Dent Graduate Student Scholarship if you meet all of the following criteria: You are a Student Associate in good standing of the American College of Healthcare Executives. You are a minority student who is enrolled in full-time study for the upcoming fall term, which is your final year of classroom work in a healthcare management graduate program*, and have a graduation date between Fall 2009 and Spring 2010. If you have a residency as part of your program and you are in the second year of study, you may apply for a scholarship. You can demonstrate financial need. You are a U.S. or Canadian citizen. You have not been a previous recipient of this scholarship or the Foster G. McGaw Graduate Student Scholarship. Please note: The Albert W. Dent Graduate Student Scholarship is only available to minority students, based on the definition of minority created by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. * MHA, MPH, MBA in Healthcare Administration or similar When to Apply Applications are accepted each year between January 1 and March 31. Students selected to receive a scholarship are notified in July. About ACHE ACHE is a professional society of more than 30,000 healthcare executives. Known for its prestigious credentialing and educational programs and high-caliber publications, our vision is to be the premier professional society for healthcare leaders by providing exceptional value to its members.
American College of Healthcare Executives One North Franklin, Suite 1700 Phone: (312) 424-2800 Chicago, IL 60606-3529 Fax: (312) 424-0023
Minority Travel Fellowships
AChemS is pleased to announce the availability of travel fellowships for minority individuals interested in the chemical senses. The awards, funded by the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, covers the cost of travel, meals, lodging, and registration to attend the annual meeting of AChemS. Members of African-American, Hispanic-American, Native-American, Pacific Islander, or other ethnic or racial groups under-represented in chemosensory research will be considered. Applicants need not be AChemS members, but must be U.S. residents. Awardees will be selected according to their academic background, experience, and research interests. How to apply Applicants are required to submit a complete cover sheet, curriculum vitae and two letters of recommendation submitted to: Travel Fellowship Committee AChemS 5841 Cedar Lake Road – Suite 204 Minneapolis, MN 55416 Submissions must be received by January 16, 2009.
Association for Chemoreception Sciences 5841 Cedar Lake Road Minneapolis, MN 55416 Phone: (952) 646-2035 Fax: (952) 545-6073 info@achems.org
Barbara Jordan Health Policy Scholars Program
The deadline to apply for the 2009 program is December 12, 2008. The 2009 application is now available and is completely web-based. Please see the Application page for more information. PROGRAM The Barbara Jordan Health Policy Scholars Program brings talented college seniors and recent graduates to Washington, D.C., where they are placed in congressional offices and learn about health policy issues, with a focus on issues affecting racial and ethnic minority and underserved communities. Through the nine-week program (May 18-July 27, 2009), Scholars gain knowledge about federal legislative procedure and health policy issues, while further developing their critical thinking and leadership skills. In addition to gaining experience in a congressional office, Scholars participate in seminars and site visits to augment their knowledge of health care issues, and write and present a health policy research memo that addresses a problem of concern to disadvantaged populations. PURPOSE The Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation established the Barbara Jordan Health Policy Scholars Program at Howard University to honor the legacy of former Foundation Trustee and Congresswoman Barbara Jordan and to expand the pool of students in the field of health policy who are interested in issues affecting racial and ethnic minority and underserved communities. As a member of the United States Congress and the Texas State Legislature, Barbara Jordan's distinguished career was exemplified by her tireless advocacy of behalf of vulnerable populations. She brought this passion to her work, inspiring others to become involved in addressing challenging health policy issues.
PROGRAM DATES The nine-week program runs from May 18-July 27, 2009. BENEFITS Scholars receive approximately $7,500 in support, which includes: A stipend of $2,000 upon successful completion of the program; A daily expense allowance for meals and local transportation; Transportation/airfare to and from Washington, D.C.; and Lodging at Howard University in Washington, D.C. In the event that a college or university will award credit(s) for participation in the program, Howard University will submit or facilitate the submission of all official documentation necessary to obtain such credit(s). CORE ACTIVITIES The nine-week program starts with a week-long series of briefings on U.S. health policy issues in Washington, D.C. During the week, scholars meet with a wide range of health policy experts and hill staffers. Topics include health policy concerns such as HIV/AIDS, Medicaid, the uninsured, and Medicare. The group meets again in early June for a day of joint briefings on health issues with another program the Kaiser Foundation operates, the Kaiser Media Interns in Health Reporting. The scholars then spend eight-weeks working in a congressional office with major health policy responsibilities. In addition to their placement in a congressional office, scholars are required to attend weekly site visits to organizations such as the Institute of Medicine, National Institutes of Health, etc. Scholars are also required to complete a policy memo and a group policy presentation as part of program. In the past, students have written policy memos about: The cost of prescription drugs, HIV/AIDS prevention, the uninsured, and racial/ethnic disparities in health care. The goal of the Barbara Jordan Health Policy Scholars Program is to facilitate the development of leadership and critical thinking skills in health policy by helping students to gain knowledge about the federal legislative process as it relates specifically to health and the health of underserved communities. OTHER ACTIVITIES Scholars are encouraged to take part in activities on Capitol Hill and to explore the DC metropolitan area. The scholars DC experience is enhanced by other activities such as a guided tour of the National Museum of the American Indian, dinner with local National Advisory Committee members, and interactions with Foundation staff during preparation of their memo and group presentation. Some weekend activities are also planned, but not required.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Eligible candidates must be U.S. citizens who will be seniors or recent graduates (less than 2 years) of an accredited U.S. college or university in the fall of 2009. Graduate students and individuals with an advanced degree are not eligible to apply. Successful applicants will show evidence of academic achievement and will demonstrate the following: Be a member of a population that is adversely affected by racial or ethnic disparities in health; and/or Have experience working in or with programs that address health issues disproportionately affecting racial and ethnic minorities or underserved communities (e.g. local health departments, community health centers, inner city/rural hospitals or organizations that conduct research on or develop policy related to health or healthcare disparities) or have done previous academic work (e.g. taken courses, written papers or participate in research projects) related to health disparities. HOW TO APPLY The 2009 application is completely web-based. In order to complete the application, you will need the following pieces of information: an electronic copy of your resume, a scan of your transcript, a list of extracurricular activities, and contact information for at least two references. SELECTION PROCESS Candidates are selected based on academic performance, interest in health policy, demonstrated leadership potential and community involvement. A distinguished National Advisory Committee guides the program's highly competitive selection process and strives to select a class of scholars who are academically, geographically and culturally diverse based upon the applicant pool. Selected candidates will be notified mid-February. If you have questions about the application process, please email: bjscholarsinfo@kff.org
ASM's Microbiology Undergraduate Research Fellowship (MURF) - formerly ASM Minority Undergraduate Research Fellowship The Program The goal of the Microbiology Undergraduate Research Fellowship (MURF) program is to increase the number of underrepresented undergraduate students who wish to, and have demonstrated the ability to pursue graduate careers (Ph.D. or MD/Ph.D.) in microbiology. Students will have the opportunity to conduct full time summer research with an ASM member at their home institution or at a host institution, and present research results at the Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority Students and the ASM General Meeting. Students will: Agree to participate in an undergraduate summer research program at a U.S. based institution Conduct a research project for a minimum of 10 weeks beginning in the summer of 2009 Work with a faculty mentor who is an ASM member Submit a research abstract to the 2009 Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority Students (ABRCMS) Submit a research abstract to ASM for presentation at the 2010 ASM General Meeting. The fellowship allows students to decide the institution, research area, and level of activity for the summer. Based on interests, independence, and ability, students can choose the model that best meets their needs. The ASM MURF host institution program offers two models for students to choose from: Traditional and Community based. Community Based Program In this model, clusters of ASM Fellows (5-8) are placed at the same institution to conduct basic science research for 10-12 weeks. Fellows will participate in a weekly seminar series, journal club, GRE preparatory course, graduate admission counseling and career counseling. Traditional Program In this model, an ASM fellow has the choice of remaining at their home institution or request to be placed at a host U.S. Institution of the student's choice to conduct basic science research. From a list provided on the application, students interested in conducting research at a host institution will select three institutions where they would like to conduct their summer research. Every effort will be made to place fellows at their first choice. Fellows will conduct research for a period of 10-12 weeks. In most cases, the student will be the only ASM fellow at that institution and will become a participant of a larger summer program already in existence at the institution. Opportunities will be available for the fellow to participate in activities established by the host institution (i.e. poster presentations, journal clubs, social activities, etc.) Summer activities vary at each institution. Fellows selecting to remain at their home institution will conduct research for a period of 10-12 weeks with an ASM faculty mentor at their home institutions. Please note that ASM will offer only the traditional program for the 2009 funding cycle. Eligibility Eligible student candidates for the fellowship must be from groups that have been determined by the applicant's institution to be underrepresented in the microbiological sciences. The ASM encourages institutions to identify individuals that have been historically underrepresented, and remain underrepresented today in the microbiological sciences nationally. These groups include African-Americans, Hispanics, Native Americans, Alaskan Natives, and Pacific Islanders.
In addition, applicants must also: Be U.S. citizen or permanent U.S. resident Be enrolled as full-time matriculating undergraduate students during the 2009-2010 academic year at an accredited U.S. institution Be either freshmen with college level research experience, sophomores, juniors, or seniors who will not graduate before the completion date of the summer program Be members of an underrepresented group in microbiology Have taken introductory courses in biology, chemistry, and preferably microbiology prior to submission of the application Have strong interests in obtaining a Ph.D., or M.D./Ph.D. in the microbiological sciences, and Have lab research experience. Funding The MURF program is supported by funds provided by the American Society for Microbiology (ASM). The program provides a total funding of up to $5,850. Up to $3,500 for student stipend Up to $850 for student lodging Up to $500 for roundtrip travel to the host institution (if applicable) Two-year ASM student membership Up to $1,000 in travel support to attend 2010 ASM General Meeting. Travel support will be provided for students who will present the results of their research project at the 2010 ASM General Meeting. Travel funds are contingent upon acceptance of an abstract for the General Meeting. Criteria of Selection Student applicants should be able to demonstrate: Academic achievement Achievement with previous research experiences or independent projects Commitment to research Career goals as a research scientist Personal motivation to participate in the program Willingness to conduct summer research with an ASM member at their home institution or at a sponsoring U.S institution Leadership skills Involvement in activities that serve the needs of underrepresented groups. Deadline February 1st For more information, contact: Microbiology Undergraduate Research Fellowship Education Board American Society for Microbiology 1752 N Street, NW Washington, DC 20036 Tel: 202-942-9283/Fax: 202-942-9329 fellowships-careerinformation@asmusa.org
Diversity Dissertation ScholarshipThe American Psychological Association of Graduate Students is proud to announce the Diversity Dissertation Scholarship, established to encourage excellence in research within the field of psychology concerning issues of diversity such as varied ethnic backgrounds, women's issues, ageism, sexual orientation and disability.Funds for this $1,500 scholarship must be used to support proposed research, rather than to reward a completed, or nearly completed dissertation. The recipient will be invited to serve on the selection committee for the following year's applicants.Required Materials * A cover letter which must include the name of the nominee, the name of the scholarship for which the individual is applying, graduate school affiliation, dissertation chair, current address, phone number, and email address of the nominee. It must also contain background information about the nominee, the dissertation and why the individual believes s/he should be awarded the scholarship, and the applicant's future educational and professional goals. *A letter of recommendation supporting the application which must be from the dissertation chair or a dissertation committee member. The letter should address the nominator's role on the dissertation committee, and how research in this area will benefit the discipline. * An abbreviated dissertation proposal (three pages maximum/double spaced, references may be included on an additional page) - include specific aims, background and significance, and experimental design of your research. The information included should allow the committee to gain a concrete understanding of the dissertation and how the study will be conducted. *A curriculum vitae. Selection Criteria:The APAGS Scholarship Selection Committee will review all abstracts. The winning applicant will be selected based upon the relevance of the study to diversity, with particular emphasis on important and emerging trends in the field; scholarly excellence, innovation and implications for theory, research and action; and methodological appropriateness.Send required materials to Diversity Dissertation Scholarship, American Psychological Association of Graduate Students (APAGS), 750 First St., NE, Washington, DC 20002-4242.
Unless Otherwise Indicated, Applications or Nominations for thr 2009 APAGS Scholarships and Awards Must be Received by Friday, May 16, 2009
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