Below is a link to a great resource list from the Center for Native American Youth website. Here you can find information on a wide range of health and educational opportunities and programs focused on Native American youth, including scholarships, internships, camps, youth commissions and organizations, and a few other fun things.

http://www.cnay.org/ForYouth.html#Schoalrships

· First Alaskans Institute is now seeking applicants for a Leadership Development Specialist to assist with the initiatives of the Leadership Development department, including the Summer Internship Program, the Elders & Youth Conference, and the Public Policy Fellowship. This position also includes tasks related to the Community Investments Awards Program. Please read the full job description for more information.

Applications are due Monday, March 5, 2012 at 5:00pm.

Complete applications include application, cover Letter, and resume. Please address applications to: Leadership Manager, First Alaskans Institute, 606 E Street, Suite 200, Anchorage, AK 99501. For questions you may call 907.677.1700.

Take advantage of the weekend and apply to one of these many programs/opportunities! This list is compiled by the Harvard University Native American Program (HUNAP).

Student,
Here is a great employment opportunity for you during Spring Break!

Advertising for 3 youth chaperones to work from March 8th-16th during convention and need chaperones to be able to stay with youth during the night. Candidates must pass the ICPAA background check, criminal background, fingerprinting and drug test to be considered. Interested candidates can apply at www.tananachiefs.org – TCC Jobs – Location Fairbanks – Job Title: Youth Chaperone. For more information contact: Katina Charles at 452-8251 ext. 3353 or email katina.charles@tananachiefs.org.
TCC Youth Chaperone.docx

For moose soup, native foods, door prizes and some fun!

&

Invite you to enjoy

a student dinner

Thursday, March 22nd, 2012

5:30 – 7:00 P.M

Doyon Industrial Building

615 Bidwell

Fairbanks, Alaska

Please RSVP to Megan Hosken at hoskenm@doyon.com or 907.459.2048

If you need transportation, please let us know!

Already apply for your PFD? Still want to Pick. Click. Give.? It’s not too late! It’s easy to add or change a charitable contribution. Simply visit the PFD home page and click on “add or change Charitable Pledges” from the right-hand column. Enter your login information and then follow the instructions. Just be sure to complete the process by the Saturday, March 31 deadline!

The U.S. Congress established the Udall Foundation as an independent executive branch agency in 1992 to honor Morris K. Udall’s 30 years of service in the U.S. House of Representatives. In 2009, Congress enacted legislation to honor Stewart L. Udall and add his name to the Foundation. It is now known as the Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation. As set forth in the founding legislation, the purposes of the Foundation are to:

  • Increase the awareness of the importance of, and promote the benefit and enjoyment of, the nation’s natural resources;
  • Foster a greater recognition and understanding of the role of the environment, public lands and resources in the development of the United States;
  • Identify critical environmental issues;
  • Develop resources to train professionals properly in environmental and related fields;
  • Provide educational outreach regarding environmental policy;
  • Develop resources to train Native American and Alaska Native professionals in health care and public policy;
  • Through the U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution, provide assessment, mediation, and other related services to resolve environmental disputes involving federal agencies.

The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation is one of five federal foundations established by Congress. The other four federal foundations include the Christopher Columbus Foundation, Barry M. Goldwater Foundation, James Madison Foundation, and the Harry S. Truman Foundation. Click the above link “Udall Foundation” for more information.

Native Americans are struggling to create new better prospects for their people. Since 1958, AIS has designed many valuable programs which assist them towards self-sufficiency and building better communities. Chief among these is providing scholarships for needy Native Americans to attend colleges and vocational schools. There are many bright young students from various tribes who qualify academically for a college education. Yet, after high school, they have no means to pay college tuition.

Over the last forty years, AIS has made it possible for thousands of Native Americans to attend college, obtain degrees and, in turn, provide needed support in their communities. But there are so many more who need help. Please take time to browse through the site and learn more about how AIS is making a difference.

http://www.americanindianservices.org/

A.A., B.F.A., M.S., Ph.D – having trouble making sense of college degrees? Most US colleges and universities offer a variety of options and it’s important to determine which degree program is the best fit for you. Use this guide to filter through what each degree type offers.

http://www.studentadvisor.com/pages/types-of-degrees

 

  • The Kohl’s Department Stores Kohl’s Cares Scholarship Program will award more than $420,000 in scholarships and prizes, ranging from $50 Kohl’s gift cards to $10,000 scholarships, to more than 2,200 young volunteers who have made a positive impact on their communities.
  • Ten national winners will be awarded a total of $10,000 in scholarships for post-secondary education and Kohl’s will donate $1,000 to a nonprofit organization on each national winner’s behalf.
  • Nominations for kids ages six to 18 will be accepted February 1 – March 15 at kohlskids.com.
  • Nominators must be 21 years or older.

So many students are eligible to apply! Any student age 6-18 can be nominated for this scholarship. If you know of a deserving student that has made a difference in their community, nominate them! If you ARE a student that is proud of your community service work, ask a trusted adult (12 year or older) to nominate you!

The deadline for this scholarship is March 15th. Go here for more info: KOHL’S CARES SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Hello Scholarship searchers! Here is a college scholarship that is available for high school seniors and current college students. The Buick Achievers Scholarship Program is awarding up to $25,000 per year for 100 first time college freshman or students who are currently in college, renewable for up to for years. It also has one time scholarship awards of $2,000 for 1000 students. AMAZING!!! Apply for this scholarship if you are:

  • A dedicated student
  • A leader in school
  • A volunteer worker
  • A college-bound
  • A community-minded individual

From their site: “The Buick Achievers Scholarship Program wants to reward students who have succeeded both inside and outside of the classroom—and who may not be able to attend college without financial assistance. It’s a reward for what you’ve made of yourself and the difference you are making for others.”

Does this sound like you or a student you know? This scholarship deadline is February 29, 2012. Go HERE to apply and GOOD LUCK!!!

BUICK ACHIEVERS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

The online applications for 2012 summer semester basic scholarships are now available online. Applications are due March 15, 2012. Basic scholarships are $400 for part-time students and $800 for full-time students. To apply, students must submit:

· A complete online application form

· Proof of academic enrollment (If you are a new student)

· Official transcripts from the last school attended

**FOR RETURNING STUDENTS (Those who received a spring 2012 award)

· A complete online application form.

· Submit proof you pre-ordered your official transcripts, which will show your final spring semester grades, on or before deadline.

· We are aware that this option is not available for University of Alaska students. If you are a returning student and unable to pre-order transcripts, official transcripts are due to our office by Friday, June 1, 2012.

All documents need to be submitted or postmarked by March 15th! Remember, it is the student’s responsibility to assure all documents are received by our office before each application deadline. To apply or for more information, visit www.doyonfoundation.com.

Each year, Alaska Permanent Capital (APCM) and some of the other managers of the AK Permanent Fund offer internships for Alaskan students (no matter where they go to college). Please see the link below for more information. APCM is proud to help so many educational organizations with the management of their scholarship investment funds.

http://www.apfc.org/home/Content/aboutAPFC/internRecruit.cfm

The Alaska Department of Fish & Game is pleased to announce that the bulk of their science related summer internships (2012 cohort) have been posted onto their website. Go to www.adfg.alaska.gov/index.cfm?adfg=join.currentinternships to view and apply!

If you have questions, contact Sheila Cameron, Internship Coordinator, at 907.465.6347 or at sheila.cameron@alaska.gov.

Join the UAF Natives for Positive Change in the Celebration of Elizabeth Peratrovich Day with a screen of the “For the Rights of All: Ending Jim Crow in Alaska with a special performance to follow. Special Guest: Diane Bensen.

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