I. Scholarships and Fellowships
— Undergraduate: The University of Mount Union offers scholarships to
international students
— Postdoc: University of Pittsburgh School of Arts and Sciences
Postdoctoral Fellowship Program
— Time Sensitive: Postdoc: Fellowship in Information Policy at the
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
II. News you can use
— Maryville University of St. Louis announces new master’s programs
and MBA concentrations
— Online education: Walden University offers tuition savings for
students referred by EducationUSA Advisers
— North Hennepin Community College still accepting applications for Fall 2010
— Accessible Advising: Reaching Students with Disabilities. Contact
for EducationUSA: Molly Sirois, [email protected]
I. Scholarships and Fellowships
THE UNIVERSITY OF MOUNT UNION OFFERS SCHOLARSHIPS TO INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
The International Award is given automatically to non-native English
speaking applicants who qualify based on a review of a student’s
English language proficiency level at the time of acceptance. To
qualify for the International Award, applicants must be admitted as an
F-1 degree seeking student and hold a valid I-20 form which will be
issued by Mount Union and must not have completed their entire
secondary school education in an English curriculum.
The award amounts are the following:
* 45-60 iBT (PB TOEFL scores between 450 and 497) or
an IELTS score of 4.5 — $7,500 award
* 61 iBT (PB TOEFL scores at 500 and above) or an IELTS
score of 5.0 and above — $10,000 award
In addition, we also offer need based financial aid and if an
international student qualifies as according to the College Board’s
International Student Financial Aid Application it could mean an
additional $6,000 for a total max of $16,000. Our total cost for
2010-2022 for tuition, fees, room and meals is $32,584 so on average
we can help with about 50% of the total cost.
About Mount Union
The University of Mount Union offers a liberal arts education and
affirms the importance of reason, open inquiry, and individual worth.
Mount Union’s mission is to prepare students for meaningful work,
fulfilling lives, and responsible citizenship. Mount Union was founded
in 1846 by Orville Nelson Hartshorn as a place where men and women
could be educated with equal opportunity, science would parallel the
humanities and there would be no distinction due to race, color or
sex.
Mount Union is in Alliance, Ohio (population 25,000). The College is
located 70 miles from Cleveland and 80 miles from Pittsburgh.
Mount Union enrolls 2,200 undergraduates; approximately 50 percent
women and 50 percent men, representing more than 28 states and 18
countries.
For more information on international admission, contact the Center
for Global Education at: [email protected]
Tel. (330) 823-3296 or fax at (330) 829-8204.
Mount Union www.mountunion.edu
www.youtube.com/user/mountunioncollege
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UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES POSTDOCTORAL
FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM
Application Deadline: June 1, 2010
The University of Pittsburgh School of Arts and Sciences Announces a
New Postdoctoral Fellowship Program for 2011
For the first time, the University of Pittsburgh School of Arts and
Sciences is offering up to eight postdoctoral fellowships in the
humanities and social sciences to begin in January 2011. These
inaugural fellowships are designed to attract excellent scholars from
outside the University of Pittsburgh and to offer junior scholars the
time, space, and financial support necessary to produce significant
scholarship early in their careers.
The Arts and Sciences Postdoctoral Fellowships are for one year and
are renewable for an additional year. Fellows will teach two courses
per year, complete scholarly work, and participate in the academic and
intellectual community of the School of Arts and Sciences and the
department or program with which they are affiliated. The fellowship
offers junior scholars the time, space, and financial support
necessary to produce significant scholarship early in their careers.
The annual stipend will be $45,000. Fellows will receive an annual
research fund of $3,500 and a one-time reimbursement of up to $1,500
for moving expenses.
Eligibility:
We invite applications from qualified candidates in the humanities and
social sciences who have received the PhD from outside of the
University of Pittsburgh between December 1, 2007 and November 30,
2010. Applicants who do not have the PhD in hand at the time of
application must provide a letter from the Department Chair or the
Advisor stating that the PhD degree will be conferred before the term
of the fellowship begins.
Guidelines:
Postdoctoral education is an important facet of research and
scholarship at the University of Pittsburgh, and the University has
developed a comprehensive set of guidelines for postdoctoral fellows
and the faculty, departments, and programs who work with them.
Application Requirements and Procedure
Applicants should submit the following materials:
1. An application form (available at www.as.pitt.edu/postdoc)
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Detailed statement of current research interests (1,000 words)
that clearly outlines the goals of the research you will undertake
during the term of the fellowship.
4. One writing sample no longer than 20 pages.
5. A copy of the Dissertation Table of Contents
6. A two-page statement of teaching interests and one or two course
proposals (subject area, brief syllabus, proposed methods) for a
15-week course directed towards advanced undergraduates or graduate
students.
7. Three letters of recommendation. (NOTE: Letter writers should
e-mail their recommendations directly to [email protected] , using
the applicant’s name and the word, «Postdoc Recommendation» in the
e-mail subject line.
Application Deadline and Notification of Awards
All application materials-including letters of recommendation- must be
submitted electronically before June 1, 2010. Only fully completed
formal applications will be considered. It is your responsibility to
ensure that all documentation is complete and that referees submit
their letters of recommendation to [email protected] by the closing
date. Awards will be announced in July 2010.
The University of Pittsburgh is an affirmative action/equal
opportunity employer and educator. Women, minorities, and
international candidates are especially encouraged to apply.
For more information, contact:
Ms. Runette Brown
University of Pittsburgh
Arts and Sciences Graduate Studies Office
5401 Sennott Square
Pittsburgh, PA 15260
Tel: 412-624-3939
Fax: 412-624-6855
E-mail: [email protected]
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POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP IN INFORMATION POLICY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF
WISCONSIN-MILWAUKEE
Application Deadline: April 30, 2010
The School of Information Studies at the University of
Wisconsin-Milwaukee is accepting applications for a Postdoctoral
Fellowship in Information Policy for 2010-2011.
The information policy fellowship is designed recent PhDs who are
interested in social, ethical, economic, legal, and technical aspects
of information and information technologies with a focus on
information policy and information ethics. Specifically, we are
seeking candidates with research and teaching interests in the
philosophy of information, critical/cultural studies of information,
and/or advanced research methods.
Along with continuing their own research agenda, the fellow will work
closely with the Center for Information Policy Research and affiliated
faculty, assist in coordination of related events, work with current
PhD students, and participate in the academic and intellectual
community of the School. The fellow will be expected to teach one
class in the fall and spring semesters. The stipend for the fellowship
will be $38,000 for a 12-month appointment beginning in August 2010,
with a $2,000 research and travel stipend. Fellows are eligible for
benefits. Stipend for this position may be subject to future UW System
furlough policies.
Application Information:
Applicants must be scholars who are not yet tenured and who are no
more than 3 years past receiving their PhD.
Applicants must hold a PhD in a information studies or related
discipline. Applicants who do not yet hold a PhD but expect to have it
by August, 2010 will be asked to provide a letter from their home
institution corroborating the degree award schedule. Verification of
completion of degree will be required before the start date.
Application packages must include: letter explaining research agenda,
teaching interests, and appropriateness for the fellowship, curriculum
vitae, writing sample, and 3 references.
Send all application materials electronically to: Dr. Elizabeth
Buchanan at [email protected]
Deadline for application is April 30, 2010. Decisions to be made by May 31 2010.
For more information, please contact Dr. Elizabeth Buchanan at
[email protected], and visit us at www4.uwm.edu/sois/ and
www4.uwm.edu/cipr.
www4.uwm.edu/cipr/news/uw-milwaukee-seeking-postdoctoral-fellow-in-information-policy.cfm
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I. News You Can Use
MARYVILLE UNIVERSITY OF ST. LOUIS ANNOUNCES NEW MASTER’S PROGRAMS AND
MBA CONCENTRATIONS
Maryville University of St. Louis, fulfilling its mission to «provide
selective and cutting edge programs in the Arts and Sciences, Health
Professions, Education and Business», is happy to announce two new MBA
concentrations, two new Master programs and one new Doctoral program,
beginning Fall 2010.
The two new MBA concentrations are Sport and Entertainment Management,
and Process and Project Management. The two new Master programs are
Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership and Master of Arts in
Strategic Communication and Leadership. The new doctoral program is
the Doctorate of Nursing Practice.
To learn more about the Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership,
please use this link:
www.maryville.edu/academics-as-MA-Organizational-Leadership%20.htm
To learn more about the Master of Arts in Strategic Communication and
Leadership, please visit:
www.maryville.edu/academics-as-communications-ma-strategic-communication.htm
To learn more about the Doctorate of Nursing Practice, please visit:
www.maryville.edu/academics-hp-nursing-dnp.htm
For more information about these two concentrations, please visit:
www.maryville.edu/news7047.htm
For further inquires or questions, please contact the Office of
International Admissions at [email protected],
(314) 529-6857 or 800-627-9855
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ONLINE EDUCATION: WALDEN UNIVERSITY WELCOMES INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS
— TUITION SAVINGS FOR STUDENTS REFERRED BY EDUCATIONUSA ADVISERS
Walden University is an accredited institution celebrating 40 years of
serving the higher education needs of working professionals. The
university promotes lifelong learning by offering bachelor’s,
master’s, and doctoral degrees online. Areas of study include health
sciences, counseling, human services, management, psychology,
education, public health, nursing, public administration, technology,
and engineering.
Walden is distinguished by high academic standards, experienced
faculty, a rigorous curriculum, and a mission of promoting positive
social change. Using an array of technology, the university delivers
an online education experience when, where, and how it is most
convenient for students. Walden focuses on the professional needs of
adult learners by offering programs that explore real-world issues.
Our students can gain the critical-thinking, leadership, and
communication skills they need to compete in the global marketplace
and to influence their field.
The university is committed to serving the cultural and educational
needs of students around the globe. We offer extra support for
international students to help ensure their success. We understand
that cost is often one of the greatest barriers to international
students’ ability to obtain a U.S. degree, and in recognition of this
fact, we have created special tuition savings opportunities for
students who you refer to Walden through the end of 2010.
In order for students to receive these savings, please ask students
you refer to request information through this link, which was set up
especially for advisees of EducationUSA:
www.WaldenU.edu/EducationUSA
Lauren L. Stone
Executive Director
Center for International Programs
Walden University
www.waldenu.edu
Tel: 443-627-7103
Email: [email protected]
Fax: 410-843-6314
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NORTH HENNEPIN COMMUNITY COLLEGE STILL ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR FALL 2010
There is still time to study at North Hennepin CC (USA) for Fall
semester 2010!
The International Application deadlines are: May 1 for new students; &
July 1 for transfer F-1 students.
Learn more at:
www.nhcc.edu/main/BecomeAStudent/ApplyForAdmission/international.aspx
Scott Johnson
International Student Advisor
[email protected]
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ACCESSIBLE ADVISING: REACHING STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Students with disabilities are often overlooked as candidates for
studying in the U.S.
This is in part due to the following factors:
1) the misperception that a disability makes a student less
qualified or capable
2) a lack of knowledge about the accessibility of and support in U.S.
colleges and universities
3) the inaccessibility of advising
In actuality, any student with a disability who has a secondary school
diploma or equivalent and the requisite English language ability is
qualified to study in the U.S. and should be encouraged to do so. All
U.S. colleges and universities are either accessible or have services
to ensure that students with disabilities can fully participate.
The critical link between international students with disabilities and
study in the U.S. is the educational advisor. The advisor who is
accessible, informed, and willing to address barriers that students
with disabilities will face in the application process can make the
difference between an opportunity never discovered and a dream fully
realized.
For specific guidance on how to make the advising center and your
advising more accessible or if you have questions about how to best
support a particular student, contact:
Molly Sirois, Executive Coordinator for Accessibility
Disability Services, University of Oregon
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (541)346-1073
For a comprehensive range of information and resources on the
inclusion of students with disabilities in international exchange:
www.miusa.org/ncde