Programming Calendar Spring 2013

Prestigious Scholarships & Fellowships Programming Calendar - Spring 2013

Spotlight: J.K. Watson Application Development Workshop

New York City- Monday January 28, 2013 12:20pm-1:15pm

If you are a first-year student attending the Pace University New York City campus, this spotlight presentation introduces the Jeannette K. Watson Fellowship program; an incredible opportunity well-worth considering. The J.K. Watson Fellowship provides internships, mentoring, and enriched educational opportunities to promising New York City undergraduates with the goal of increasing their life choices and developing their capacity to make a difference in their own and others’ lives. The Jeannette K. Watson Fellowship offers fifteen students paid internships for three consecutive summers (stipends valued at $5,000 for the first summer and $6,000 for the second and third summers). This presentation will be co-led by Dr. Bill Offutt and Dustin Gee. Current Pace J.K. Watson fellows will be present to talk about their internship experiences and the benefits of the program. Time will be spent reviewing the application components and tips on developing the application will be offered.

Spotlight: Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship for Study Abroad

Pleasantville- Monday February 4, 2013 2:00pm-3:00pm

New York City- Thursday February 7, 2013 12:20pm-1:15pm

This 45 minute spotlight presentation provides an introduction to the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program for undergraduates planning to participate in a study abroad program during summer 2013 or fall 2013. In 2012, 6 Pace students were awarded Gilman scholarships. To be eligible for the Gilman scholarship, a student must be receiving a Federal Pell Grant and be a U.S. Citizen. Students who meet these criteria are recommended to attend this spotlight presentation which will review the application components in detail (giving special attention to writing the Gilman essays) and offer recommendations on ways to increase your competitiveness. Students will leave with an individualized action plan for managing the Gilman application.

Spotlight: Introduction to the Fulbright U.S. Student Program

New York City- Tuesday February 19, 2013 3:35pm-4:30pm

Pleasantville- Wednesday February 20, 2013 12:20pm-1:15pm

Annually, the Fulbright U.S. Student Program fully-funds 1,800 graduating seniors and young professionals to undertake international graduate study, to conduct research, and to teach English in university and elementary and secondary school settings worldwide. Fulbright is the U.S. Department of State’s flagship international exchange program and is one of the most respected and esteemed programs in the world. Since 2002, 37 Pace students have been awarded Fulbright fellowships. This spotlight presentation provides a detailed overview of the Fulbright program, discusses the differences between research and English Teaching Assistantship grants, offers advice on selecting a Fulbright destination, and reviews the Fulbright competition timeline and major application components. Previous Pace Fulbright fellows will be present to talk about their application, cultural, and professional experiences with the Fulbright program.    

Spotlight: Introduction to the Fulbright U.S. Student Program

Pleasantville- Monday March 11, 2013 12:20pm-1:15pm

New York City- Wednesday March 13, 2013 12:20pm-1:15pm

Annually, the Fulbright U.S. Student Program fully-funds 1,800 graduating seniors and young professionals to undertake international graduate study, to conduct research, and to teach English in university and elementary and secondary school settings worldwide. Fulbright is the U.S. Department of State’s flagship international exchange program and is one of the most respected and esteemed programs in the world. Since 2002, 37 Pace students have been awarded Fulbright fellowships. This spotlight presentation provides a detailed overview of the Fulbright program, discusses the differences between research and English Teaching Assistantship grants, offers advice on selecting a Fulbright destination, and reviews the Fulbright competition timeline and major application components. Previous Pace Fulbright fellows will be present to talk about their application, cultural, and professional experiences with the Fulbright program.   

Spotlight: Post-Graduate Opportunities for Health and Nursing Students

Date: April 2013

Time: TBD

This 45 minute spotlight presentation provides an introduction to prestigious fellowship opportunities well suited for students studying health professions. Annually, national competitions are held by private foundations and various branches of the U.S. government to send recent college graduates and young professionals overseas to study, to teach, and/or to conduct research abroad.  The opportunities to be highlighted include: the Fulbright U.S. Student Program, the Fulbright Fogarty Awards in Public Health, the Peace Corps, the Marshall Scholarship, the Gates-Cambridge Scholarship, and Erasmus Mundus. In addition, the presentation will review eligibility criteria, provide an overview of the common prestigious fellowship application components, discuss the benefits of receiving a national award, and offer tips for preparing a competitive application. Each year Pace students are awarded these and other prestigious fellowships. Will you be next?

Fulbright Workshop for Research Applicants

New York City- Tuesday April 9, 2013 3:35pm-4:30pm

Pleasantville- Monday April 8, 2013 2:00pm-3:00pm

This workshop is mandatory for any student who intends to apply for a Fulbright U.S. Student Program Research/Study grant. The workshop will include a comprehensive review of the major application components for research/study applicants. Significant time will be spent working with attendees to develop and write the personal statement essay and the research project proposal. In addition, attendees will also receive advice on how to intentionally select and obtain strong letters of recommendation. Examples of successful Pace student applications will be shared and ways to enhance your application (boost your competitiveness) will be offered. Attendees will leave the workshop having developed an individualized action plan for managing his or her Fulbright application.

Fulbright Workshop for English Teaching Assistantship Applicants

New York City- Tuesday April 16, 2013 3:35pm-4:30pm

Pleasantville- Wednesday April 17, 201312:20pm-1:15pm

This workshop is mandatory for any student who intends to apply for a Fulbright U.S. Student Program English Teaching Assistantship (ETA). The workshop will include a comprehensive review of the major application components for ETA applicants. Significant time will be spent working with attendees to develop and write the personal statement essay and the statement of grant purpose. In addition, attendees will also receive advice on how to intentionally select and obtain strong letters of recommendation. Examples of successful Pace student applications will be shared and ways to enhance your application (boost your competitiveness) will be offered. An Instructor from the Pace University English Language Institute will discuss special skills and knowledge required for teaching English abroad. Attendees will leave the workshop having developed an individualized action plan for managing his or her Fulbright application.

Making Sense of Graduate School and Dispelling Common Misunderstandings

Date: April

Location: TBD

What is graduate school? Should I attend full-time or part-time? How does funding for graduate school work? What’s the difference between a research and practical based program? Will it be similar to undergrad? Don’t fret; the majority of individuals contemplating graduate school are pondering these very questions. They can be intimidating, overwhelming, and perplexing which is why this 45 minute, two-part workshop has been created. We aim to assist juniors and seniors in making sense of graduate school and dispelling some of the misunderstandings of university life based on the undergraduate experience. The graduate school search process requires students to plan ahead, think intentionally, and articulate clear professional/academic goals for the future. This workshop will address your pressing graduate school questions and provide advice on navigating the graduate school search process with ease. .