Please consult the following for dates and times for Nationally Competitive Fellowship and Scholarship Information presentations:
Registration is open for the Big Ten+ Graduate School Expo September 27-28, 2009.
Students will:
* Get an inside look at graduate school and the application process
* Receive advice about funding opportunities from National Science Foundation representatives and other experts
* Network with representatives from more than 50 of the nation’s top graduate institutions
* Attend a premier graduate school fair
This two day mini-conference is especially designed for students interested in graduate education in:
* Science
* Technology
* Engineering
* Mathematics
* Pharmaceutical sciences
* Other science-related disciplines.
The Big Ten+ Graduate School Expo awarded more than $30,000 in travel scholarships last year. Women and members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to attend.
Visit www.purdue.edu/gradexpo for more information and to register. The deadline to apply for a travel scholarship is September 8!
The University at Buffalo’s Honors College is hosting a visit by representatives from the National Science Foundation on the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program on Tuesday, September 15th.
The NSF GRFP will offer a session for undergraduate and graduate students from 3:30-5:00 pm in the Student Union Theater.
Topics to be covered in the student session:
· Program Overview
· Eligibility
· Fellowship Benefits and Conditions
· Application Process
· Award Criteria
· Useful tips for writing and submission of the NSF GRF application
The NSF Graduate Research Fellowships are three-year fellowships for graduate study leading to research-based master’s or doctoral degrees in the science, technology, engineering, or mathematics fields.
This fellowship provides an annual $30,000 stipend and a $10,500 cost-of-education allowance. The NSF Graduate Research Fellowships are open only to individuals who, at the time of application, are citizens, nationals or permanent resident aliens of the United States.
For more information on the NSF GRFP: www.nsf.gov/grfp or www.nsfgrfp.org
Questions can be directed to Elizabeth Colucci, Assistant Administrative Director, University Honors College, at colucci3@buffalo.edu or 645-3020.
To be eligible for this opportunity the student MUST have a Work Study Award letter.
Description:
Skills:
Office Profile:
The University Honors College has a staff of an Administrative Director, Academic Director, five Assistant Administrative Directors, a Graduate Assistant, and two secretaries. The Work Study student will report to the secretaries and receive work assignments from all staff members.
Interested students, please contact Chris Mast, at cmast@buffalo.edu
