HUNAP Opportunities March 2, 2012

OPPORTUNITIES is compiled by the Harvard University Native American Program (HUNAP) and includes internship, scholarship, fellowship, grant, and career opportunities as well as announcements for conferences, workshops and symposia.

This is the Opportunities Newsletter compiled by the Harvard University Native American Program.

Opportunities Table of Contents (New- use Ctrl+Click to go directly to one section)

I. Follow HUNAP on Facebook and Twitter!

II. Employment Opportunities

III. Scholarship, Fellowship & Grants Opportunities

IV. Internship Opportunities

V. Call for Papers

VI. Conferences

VII. Miscellaneous

VIII. Powwows

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Udall Foundation – Scholarships, Fellowships and More

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.

 

HUNAP Opportunities February 6, 2012

OPPORTUNITIES is compiled by the Harvard University Native American Program (HUNAP) and includes internship, scholarship, fellowship, grant, and career opportunities as well as announcements for conferences, workshops and symposia.

This is the Opportunities Newsletter compiled by the Harvard University Native American Program.

Opportunities Table of Contents (New- use Ctrl+Click to go directly to one section)

I. Follow HUNAP on Facebook and Twitter!

II. Employment Opportunities

III. Scholarship, Fellowship & Grants Opportunities

IV. Internship Opportunities

V. Call for Papers

VI. Conferences

VII. Miscellaneous

VIII. Powwows

 

RAP in 2012

UAF’s Resilience and Adaptation Program (RAP): Studies in Sustainable Science is accepting applications into the program for the 2012 academic year and they are prepared to offer PhD students who are accepted into the program 2 years of graduate school fellowships ($13,500 per semester, tuition waivers and health insurance) plus summer supplements of $7500 for two summers. In addition, they will offer funding for RAP’s required student-designed internship and office space for at least one year with other RAP students.

Applications can be found at www.uaf.edu/rap. For questions, contact Ellen Weiser, RAP Coordinator, Rm#126, UAF Arctic Health at 907.474.7987 or ellen.weiser@alaska.edu.

 

College and Scholarship Fair for Alaska Native and American Indian Juniors and Senior students, Anchorage

Title VII Indian Education will be hosting their first College and Scholarship Fair for Alaska Native and American Indian Juniors and Senior students, January 14, 11:00-4:00 at the ASD Education Center.

They have invited all of the Native Corporations to host a booth so they can share scholarship information with either shareholders or descendants of their shareholders. The other exciting portion of the day are the mini sessions, they include: filling out a college application, writing a scholarship essay and financial aid. Many local universities and organizations will be present as well.

They have many community members and ASD staff assisting with this event. Please feel free to stop by. For more information contact Doreen Brown, Supervisor, Title VII Indian Education, 5530 East Northern Lights Bld., Anchorage, AK, 99504 at (907) 742-4443 or
Brown_Doreen@asdk12.org.
Flyer for Title VII College-Schol Fair.pdf

 

APHA Public Health Fellowship in Government

The American Public Health Association (APHA), announces the call for applications for the 2013 APHA Public Health Fellowship in Government. This is the sixth year that APHA is offering this fellowship which has been described as an “amazing” and “phenomenal” experience by previous fellows. Read the lessons learned from past fellows at http://www.apha.org/advocacy/fellowship/

Candidates must have strong public health credentials and be interested in spending one year in Washington, D.C. working in a congressional office on legislative and policy issues related to health, the environment or other public health concerns.

The fellowship will begin in January 2013 and continue through December 2013. The fellowship provides a unique learning experience and demonstrates the value and need for basing policy on sound science. Throughout the year, the fellow will gain a practical knowledge in government and how the public policy process works.

Applications and additional information are available at http://www.apha.org/advocacy/fellowship/.

The application, including a CV and three letters of recommendation, are due to APHA by April 9, 2012.

All candidates:

1. must be APHA members (membership information : http://www.apha.org/about/membership/ )

2. have five years experience as a public health professional beyond graduate or medical training

3. have a graduate degree in a public health or a related discipline.

For more information, please feel free to contact charlene.bright or susan.polan.

 

Bush Foundation Fellowship Program

 

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

FOR THE BUSH FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM

Creating change can involve risk, failure and conflict, and yet today communities need change in order to solve their toughest problems.

If you’re ready to harness the energy of these often-feared components of change, to bring your passion and leadership to the service of your community, to be a catalyst for the collective wisdom of your community, you’re ready to be a Bush Fellow. Application deadline is March 2.

The Bush Fellowship is an opportunity for individuals to increase their capacity for and improve their practice of leadership while working with others to solve tough problems in their communities. Read more about the fellowship and review the application process.

Remember, applicants may choose one of three applications periods in 2012: from January 4 to March 2, from March 7 to May 4, or from May 9 to July 9.

 

HUNAP Opportunities December 23, 2011

OPPORTUNITIES is compiled by the Harvard University Native American Program (HUNAP) and includes internship, scholarship, fellowship, grant, and career opportunities as well as announcements for conferences, workshops and symposia.

This is the Opportunities Newsletter compiled by the Harvard University Native American Program.

Opportunities Table of Contents (New- use Ctrl+Click to go directly to one section)

I. Follow HUNAP on Facebook and Twitter!

II. Employment Opportunities

III. Scholarship, Fellowship & Grants Opportunities

IV. Internship Opportunities

V. Call for Papers

VI. Conferences

VII. Powwows

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HUNAP Opportunities December 6, 2011

OPPORTUNITIES is compiled by the Harvard University Native American Program (HUNAP) and includes internship, scholarship, fellowship, grant, and career opportunities as well as announcements for conferences, workshops and symposia.

This is the Opportunities Newsletter compiled by the Harvard University Native American Program.

Opportunities Table of Contents (New- use Ctrl+Click to go directly to one section)

I. Follow HUNAP on Facebook and Twitter!

II. Employment Opportunities

III. Scholarship, Fellowship & Grants Opportunities

IV. Internship Opportunities

V. Call for Papers

VI. Conferences

VII. Powwows

VIII. Miscellaneous

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FAI 2012 Public Policy Fellowship

This is a great opportunity available through the First Alaskans Institute (FAI). FAI is currently recruiting for the 2012 Public Policy Fellowship to place approximately two to four Alaska Native, American Indian or rural Alaskans in Juneau during the 2012 Legislative session.

This paid fellowship is 16 weeks in length, from January 10th to April 17th. The fellowship will begin with a one week intensive orientation. Fellows will be expected to work five days a week at the placement office with the exception of the scheduled leadership training sessions and holidays or approved days off. All fellows will be provided with housing, a round trip ticket to and from Juneau and an hourly wage.

The goal of the legislative fellowship is that emerging Native leaders will be familiar with the legislative process; will understand their own histories; will learn and use the skill of past, present and future leadership; and will know the emerging issues that confront Alaska Natives and the State of Alaska. Participants will have a real work experience that will give them hands-on experience working with the legislative and political process.

Attached is the fellow application form which is due November 30. If interested in learning more, please feel free to e-mail Lena Jacobs at lenajacobs or call at 907.677.1709.

2012 Public Policy Fellowship Application.docx

 

Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP)

Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP)Full Proposal Deadline Date: November 14, 2011 Engineering Program Guidelines: NSF 11-582 The purpose of the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) is to help ensure the vitality and diversity of the scientific and engineering workforce in the United States. The program recognizes and supports outstanding graduate students who are pursuing research-based master’s and doctoral degrees in fields within NSF’s mission. The GRFP provides three years of support for the graduate education of individuals who have demonstrated their potential for significant … More at http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=6201&WT.mc_id=USNSF_39&WT.mc_ev=click This is an NSF Upcoming Due Dates item.

 

Native American Scholarship Booklet

The below link is a scholarship information booklet for Native students, to encourage and promote postsecondary education for Native students, to promote networking opportunities for Native Americans, and to raise awareness and appreciation for the contributions made by Native Americans to our society. I share this resource with the hope that you would also seek compassion about young people who need guidance and support toward finding the quality of life. You may duplicate and distribute this free booklet. ~Rosie Dayzie, email: rosie.dayzie@gmail.com

http://www.coquilletribe.org/documents/NativeAmericanScholarship.pdf

 

INDIGENOUS FILM FELLOWSHIP

MISSION:

The Indigenous Film Fellowship (IFF) will offer a two-year program that will partner emerging indigenous film talent with notable and established filmmakers world-wide. The first year of the program will focus on the development of storytelling through script, while the second year of the fellowship will focus on the production planning and strategizing to help the grantees successfully create solid marketing and financing plans by the end of their two-year fellowship. It is the aim and ambition of both the ISF and the Indigenous Film Circle to strengthen the indigenous film network while also helping each other support and develop strong new talent within the film industry. We hope that this global program collaboration can build a permanent network for indigenous filmmakers and supporting partners world-wide.

The Indigenous Film Fellowship seeks creative, dedicated and talented filmmakers to submit their stories to be developed with the guidance and mentorship of established filmmakers with proven success records who will provide encouragement and refine the awarded fellows talents, scripts and production plans. Our aim is to have the fellows’ film projects industry ready by the end of year two of the fellowship for potential financing.

INDIGENOUS FILM FELLOWSHIP PROJECT:

• Ten awarded fellows will be selected and partnered with five internationally recognized filmmakers as their mentors (two fellows per mentor).
• Fellows will receive $10,000.00 USD for the first year, dispersed quarterly upon completion of deadlines.
• Travel and accommodations will be supported for the fellows to congregate at the annual workshops and meetings.

From July 1 through September 1, 2011 the ISF will collect, cull and disseminate the top thirty percentile of the fellowship applications to the Indigenous Film Circle for review and ratings. The ISF, in consultation with the Circle partners will then help partner, with their prospected two fellows. The first gathering and workshops will be held at the International Sámi Film Centre in Kautokeino, Norway from October 31 – November 6, 2011 and will focus on story and character development as well as provide an initial gathering for all mentors, fellows and partners in the Indigenous Film Circle. From November 2011 through October 2012, three marked deadlines for script development will help measure and track Fellows’ progress and further development needs. During the spring of 2012, the Indigenous Film Circle will then review the process and advancement of the fellowship and create a programmatic course for the fall 2012 congregation as well as the planning for year two.

To apply for the Indigenous Film Fellowship, please be sure to read the GUIDELINES to determine your eligibility. The application can be found here.

 

AIGC Fellowships

The American Indian Graduate Center, Inc. announces the availability of fellowships and loans for service to American Indian and Alaska Native undergraduate and graduate students. To find out more information and eligibility requirements about various programs, visit http://www.aigc.com/02scholarships/scholarships.htm.

 

Integrative Graduate Education and Research Traineeship Program (IGERT)

Integrative Graduate Education and Research Traineeship Program (IGERT)

Full Proposal Deadline Date: July 1, 2011
Program Guidelines: NSF 11-533

The Integrative Graduate Education and Research Traineeship (IGERT) program has been developed to meet the challenges of educating U.S. Ph.D. scientists and engineers with interdisciplinary backgrounds, deep knowledge in chosen disciplines, and technical, professional, and personal skills. The program is intended to establish new models for graduate education and training in a fertile environment for collaborative research that transcends traditional disciplinary boundaries. More at http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=12759&WT.mc_id=USNSF_39&WT.mc_ev=click