grants, scholarships, and travel opportunities

[Syrimis, George]

Dear all,

The application deadline for a number of grants, scholarships, and travel opportunities is fast approaching. Please consult the list below for any opportunities that may interest you. Please feel free to talk to any of the faculty of the Hellenic Studies Program regarding your application or letters of support .

All the best,
George Syrimis


BULLDOGS IN ATHENS
http://ucs.yalecollege.yale.edu/content/international-bulldogs-programs

The Undergraduate Career Services International Bulldogs Internship programs provide students with a rich, rewarding experience of working and living for nine weeks of the summer in Athens, Greece.
Requirements

These summer internships are open to Yale College freshmen, sophomores, and juniors only. All internships are expected to nine weeks in duration. Students are expected to perform at a high level, demonstrate professionalism, and contribute to the work environment.

Application Process
Submit applications through eRecruiting. Internships will be posted in eRecruiting on December 1st.

Required documents:
• Resume
• Cover letter

Application Deadline: February 1, 2012

Expenses
Participants are responsible for all costs incurred associated with the program. The total estimated student expenses from summer 2011 were $5,440.
• Airfare Students are responsible for arranging their own air travel.
• Health & safety Pre-departure health expenses may include Yale Travel Clinic visits for vaccinations and medication. All program participants are required to have health insurance coverage that extends abroad.
• Housing Housing is coordinated by UCS in a central location with access to public transportation. In order to derive maximum benefit from the programs, students are required to live in the housing provided, no exceptions. Rooms are shared and under some circumstances, the apartment mixture may be co-ed.
• Meals Students are responsible for purchasing their own meals.
• Visa/Work permit All international travelers must hold a valid passport. A visa or work permit may also be required.
• Work commute Within the city, participants may utilize local public transportation, taxis, or walk to and from work.

Funding If a position is paid, there will be a notation within the job description indicating such. Students receiving financial assistance from the University may be eligible to apply for the International Summer Award (ISA) grant to help defer costs.

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The EUROPEAN UNION STUDIES PROGRAM invites applications for the European Union Studies Summer Grants from graduate and undergraduate students whose work or research involves the European Union or some aspect of European integration.
http://www.yale.edu/macmillan/undergraduate.htm

The Whitney and Betty MacMillan Center for International and Area Studies at Yale invites applications to the 2012-2013 academic year Foreign Language and Area Studies Fellowships (FLAS) for modern language, area and international studies. FLAS fellowships are for undergraduate, graduate and professional school students whose academic programs include the study of a foreign language designated as priority by the Department of Education and whose career plans include teaching, public service or business. The competition is open to current, undergraduate, graduate or professional school students who will be continuing their studies at Yale in AY 2012-2013 and students admitted for study at Yale beginning fall 2012. Incoming students may be nominated by their admissions committee chairperson.
http://www.yale.edu/macmillan/undergraduate.htm


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TRISTAN PERLOTH PRIZES are awarded to undergraduates for summer travel outside the United States to enhance students’ understanding of foreign culture and/or international relations. Priority is given to students proficient in a foreign language, to students of Calhoun College, and to students enrolled in the International Studies major, however, this Prize is not limited to curriculum - related projects.
http://www.yale.edu/macmillan/undergraduate.htm

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ARCHIPELAGO AND YALE ENVIRONMENTAL CLINIC
http://elc.research.yale.edu/
http://www.archipelago.gr

Internships, Field courses & Research Opportunities in the Aegean Islands

Archipelagos, Institute of Marine Conservation, (www.archipelago.gr) announces our 2012 placements, field courses and research opportunities - located on the beautiful Greek islands and offered to students and other interested members of the YALE Community.

Please kindly distribute this email and information to students and others whom you think may have an interest in one or more of the opportunities described below. Click here for more information.

1. Archipelagos 2012 Placements – on-site working placements that allow students and others to participate in Archipelagos’ conservation projects and actions and to gain practical and timely fieldwork experience. (Duration: 3-12 months, with group and flexible arrangements also possible). Click here for more information.

Example Topics for Placements:

  *   Marine Research & Conservation
  *   Fisheries Research & Management
  *   Forestry Management
  *   Freshwater Ecosystem Management
  *   Research & Conservation of Island Flora & Fauna
  *   Agronomic Research & Seed Bank Projects
  *   Laboratory Assessment of Environmental Impacts
  *   GIS Mapping of Marine & Terrestrial Habitats & Biodiversity
  *   Applications of Renewable Energy Sources
  *   Arts (e.g., Graphic Design, Illustration, Animation, Photography and Film Production)
  *   Environmental Education
  *   Information Technology
  *   Law and Policy
  *   Public Relations
  *   Fundraising

2. Archipelagos Field Courses  - short, intensive field courses with applied field work that combines learning with timely conservation actions and projects. (Duration and fees: varies per course - click here for more information).

2012 Field Courses:
1. Applied Marine Research & Conservation: Marine Mammals, Fisheries & Littoral Ecosystems
  (7 days with a 3 day extension option: 5/28 - 6/3, 7/23 – 8/1)
2. Law & Policy for Environmental Conservation
   (7 days with a 3 day extension option: 6/18 – 6/24)
3. Applied Marine Research & Conservation – An interdisciplinary approach of scientific research and Law & Policy
   ** Spring Break & Summer Courses **
   (7 days with a 3 day extension option: 3/11-3/17, 6/2 - 6/8, 8/27 - 9/2)
4. Wildlife Filmmaking
  (10 days: 8/6 – 8/12)
5. Underwater Photography & Scientific Illustration
   (7 days: 7/9 – 7/15)
6. Forest Management & Conservation
   (7 days: 9/3 – 9/9)
Field courses can also be tailored to meet specific interests of participating university and student groups.
More information on the field courses can be found in the ‘Field course leaflet’.

3. Archipelagos research opportunities for graduate students, researchers and faculty are also offered in a variety of fields, in collaboration with various E.U. and U.S. universities. For more detailed information please email a.miliou at archipelago.gr

If you are interested in any of the above opportunities, please visit www.archipelago.gr and email admissions at archipelago.gr so that we are aware as soon as possible of your interest. Application forms, information on fees and logistical information can be found in www.archipelago.gr and from emailingadmissions at archipelago.gr.  Early registration deadline for participating this spring and summer, is February 6th, 2012.

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HERITAGE GREECE
Travel opportunities for students of Greek-American descent. The Program is offered at no cost to selected students. The deadline is February 15, 2012.
http://www.acg.edu/about-heritage-greece

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PANHELLENIC SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION
www.panhellenicscholarships.org/apply.php.
Deadline: January 31, 2012

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GENNADIUS LIBRARY
Fellowships for Research and Study at the Gennadius Library
http://www.ascsa.edu.gr/Programs or write to med at ascsa.org

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PERROTIS COLLEGE STUDY ABROAD AND INTERNSHIPS
http://www.perrotiscollege.edu.gr/page/default.asp?id=1983&la=2

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Please also visit http://studentgrants.yale.edu/ for more grants and fellowships  as well as the Modern Greek Studies Association page: http://www.mgsa.org/Resources/fell.html

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 For more information about the Program's activities visit our website at http://www.yale.edu/macmillan/hsp . You can also find us on Facebook. Search for “Hellenic Studies Program, Yale University.” Please also visit our “Community Events” section for local activities.

The activities of the Hellenic Studies Program are generously funded by the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Center for Hellenic Studies at Yale University.
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