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International Winter School 2015 in Kraków, Poland

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Deadline:  30 December 2014
Open to: All countries’ MA, Phd students as well as alumni or participants interested in the topic.
Venue: 7 – 15 February 2015, Kraków, Poland

Description

The Centre for European Studies, Jagiellonian University and the ARENA Centre for European Studies, University of Oslo are pleased to invite MA and Phd students, as well as anyone interested in the topic  to participate in the international Winter School in English:  “Democracy, expertise and power: the role of experts in modern European societies “

International Winter School will take place 7-15 February 2015, in Krakow, Poland. Participants will take part in seminars conducted by experts from both Jagiellonian and Oslo University on the following issues:

  • the knowledge society, from a theoretical and practical dimension; experts and their role in modern democracies;
  • the role of universities in creating knowledge and implementing the public change;
  • the media as the fourth power; models of democracy;
  • and finally civil society and social movements as new actors on the political scene.

The discussions will enable participants to answer the question of whether knowledge is the driving force of modern democracy or a tool in the hands of technocrats and bureaucrats.

Eligibility

The Winter School welcomes all countries’ MA, Phd students as well as alumni or participants interested in the topic.

Costs

  • No participation fee
  • Accomodation, winter school materials, participation in seminars covered by organizers

Application

Due to the limited places, the participants will be chosen basis on the application.

In order to apply, register HERE.

The application is available here and it should be send together with CV in Europass format  by December 30th 2014 on the e-mail address: resproject@ces.uj.edu.pl. The results will be announced in the first week of January 2015.

If you have any questions do not hesitate to ask! Send an e-mail to an address:resproject@ces.uj.edu.pl .

The official web-page.

Summer Job for St Paul and Mpls students in MN, USA

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STEP-UP:

Applications:                      Dec. 15-Feb. 18 (apply online only)

Eligibility:                             Live in Mpls.,, ages 14-21, low-income household or employment barrier

Learn more:                       http://www.ci.stpaul.mn.us/index.aspx?NID=3649

 

Right Track:

Applications:                      February 2015 (exact dates TBD)

Eligibility:                             Live in St. Paul, ages 14-21, low-income household or employment barrier

Learn more:                       Julie Huck, Volunteer Program Manager, Project for Pride in Living, Phone 612-455-5111

julie.huck@ppl-inc.org

www.ppl-inc.org

US Dept of State Now Accepting Applications for Recent Graduates Program

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We are accepting applications for the U.S. Department of State Pathways Recent Graduates Program (RGP).

Visit USAJobs to start the online application process and search for the following vacancy announcement numbers. Applications received after the closing of the announcement will not reviewed.  Therefore, timely submission of applications is important.

Recent Graduates Program Announcement

Announcement Number: AN1230604

Location: Bureau of Diplomatic Security, Arlington, VA

Grade: GS-0343-07

Number of positions: 1

The Recent Graduates Program targets recent graduates of trade and vocational schools, community colleges, universities, and other qualifying educational institutions or programs. To be eligible, applicants must apply within two years of degree or certificate completion.

Veterans who, due to military service, were unable to apply for positions, will have up to two years from their release or discharge from active duty, not to exceed six years after degree and/or certificate completion.

Successful applicants will be placed in a one-year career development program.

Pathways internship opportunities with the U.S. Department of State allow students to witness and participate in the formulation and implementation of U.S. foreign policy, and work closely with the U.S. diplomats and civil servants who carry out America’s foreign policy initiatives.

Visit our forums if you have any questions, or to search for topics of interest. The forums can be found under Connect on the careers.state.gov website. You can also search our FAQs for more information.

We appreciate your interest in a career with the U.S. Department of State.

 

The Show off Your Forest Photography Contest

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Deadline: 8 February 2015
Open to: everyone
Prize: trip to Spain, equipment and other products

Description

FOREST EUROPE is pleased to invite you to the second edition of the Show Off Your Forest Photography Contest. In 2014 they are setting a new photographic challenge: show how forests protect us and how we can protect them! Tell them with the aid of one or several photos the benefits forests provide us with and how they protect us. Show what threats they face and what would happen if they weren’t protected. Show how they are being protected and how you can protect them. The 2014 edition looks at two categories:

  • Mobile: Photo taken with a mobile phone or tablet camera;
  • Camera: Photo taken with a digital camera.

Eligibility

This competition is open to every individual from around the world. The only condition is that you take a picture from a forest that is located in Europe.

Awards

First places in the two categories: The winners of the Show Off Your Forest photography competition will be given a trip for two to a protected forest area in Spain. The prize includes the airfare and hotel accommodation, in addition to a guide who will accompany the winners on their visit to the nature park.

Second places in the two categories: The winning participants of the second prize in the Show Off Your Forest competition will be given a Nikon D3100 photographic camera and a professional waterproof case.

Accesit Mobile and Digital camera category: The winners of this prize will get  two mountain garments, comprising a pair of Forcau Red trousers and a Mountain of Winter Softshell polar jacket.

Draw – All users registered on the competition website will go into the draw for 5 batches of Secrets of Galicia artisan products, which include: honey, chestnuts, jam, cake, chocolate filled sweets and the book “The Sacred Forest of Lugo”.

Application

Photos sent after 8 February, 2015 at 29:59 UTC will not be accepted.

You can start with your application by registering here. After you register you can upload your entries here.

The official webpage

 

Mid Jan, 2015 for Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship

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https://gilmanapplication.iie.org/

Welcome to the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship

The Gilman Scholarship Program aims to diversify the kinds of students who study and intern abroad and the regions where they go.

The Gilman Scholarship is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and is open to U.S. undergraduate students who demonstrate high financial need.

The application for Summer 2015 and Fall 2015/Academic Year 2015-2016 will open in mid-January. 

International Cultural Fellowships in St. Petersburg, Russia

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Deadline: 1 February 2015
Open to: professionals in the field of arts and culture who work on projects related to Russian culture
Fellowship: airfare and accommodation in St. Petersburg

Description

The Likhachev Foundation (St. Petersburg, Russia) together with Committee on External Relations of Saint Petersburg and B. Yeltsin Presidential Center (Moscow, Russia) announces a competition for ten 2-week cultural fellowships in Russia (St. Petersburg) from May 11 till May 24, 2015.

The fellowships are open to professional in the field or arts and culture who work on projects related to Russian culture. The creative project could be a museum exhibition project, a theater production, a film, a photo exhibition, preparation of fiction or research books, etc. related to Russian culture or history. The creative project should be conceived in a foreign country and should be aimed at a broad audience. Two-week residency in Russia should serve as an important stage in the realization of the applicant’s cultural project.

The Likhachev Foundation will prepare individual programs for the fellows according to their projects’ specifics, to help them achieve maximum results during their fellowships. These programs will include meetings with Russian colleagues, opportunities to work at St. Petersburg museums, libraries, archives, and other organizations. Thank you for supporting!

Eligibility

The Likhachev Foundation accepts applications from professionals in the field of culture and history or arts from foreign countries who are currently working on creative projects related to Russian culture or history. Command of the Russian language is very helpful but not required.

Fellowship

The organizers will cover accommodation and travel costs to and from St. Petersburg.

Application

Interested artists should submit their application in Russian or English to the competition coordinator Mrs. Elena Vitenberg at: vitenberg@lfond.spb.ru and elenavitenberg@gmail.com with subject line “application for the fellowship”. Applications should include:

  • CV (including information on Russian language skills, previous creative projects related to Russia, and previous visits to Russia).
  • Description of the creative project (up to 3 pages). It should contain, in particular, a paragraph on how a residency in St. Petersburg will benefit the applicant’s creative project and which cultural organizations in St. Petersburg the applicant would like to work with.

The deadline to apply is 1 February 2015.

For further information please visit the official website.

 

​Peace Revolution Artistic Meditation Retreat 2015 in Thailand

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Deadline: 16 June 2015
Open to: artists between the ages of 18 and 30 years old, from all around the world
Fellowship: free accommodation; free catering; free local transportatio;n free meditation retreat fee ; partial sponsoring of airfare

Description

This Artistic Meditation Retreat will take place from August 11th to 24th, 2015 and will combine a two-week meditation and self-discipline training with artistic creation, where the artist participants will be guided into meditation by the Teaching Monks three times a day.

Teachings include:

  • How meditation can positively affect the creative process
  • Reclaiming the self and gaining self confidence.
  • The role of the basic human self-disciplines
  • The role of our habits in our daily life
  • The Factors that Determine Our Perception to Think, Act and Speak;
  • The Relation between Body and Mind
  • Art Expression as Peace Building Tool

Objectives

  • To bring a group of artists together into a charming, unique and special atmosphere where everyone will inspire and positively influence each other.
  • To empower artists and offer the ideal space for them to create artworks
  • To allow artists to learn practical methods for stress management and ways to increase emotional intelligence and express this through creativity
  • Provide the participating artists with tools to attain inner peace through mindfulness, self-discipline and compassion.

 

Eligibility

In order to be considered eligible to apply, you must fulfill all of the following criteria:

  • Artists from any age above 18, from all around the world, practising any artistic discipline are encouraged to apply for the Artistic Meditation Retreat in Thailand, August 2015.
  • Applicants must have a good proficiency in written and spoken English language.
  • Applicants are optimistic, open-minded, show leadership potential, and have a genuine interest in peace.
  • Applicants must complete the 42 days online Self-Development Program before the 16th June 2015. Please kindly note that in order to submit the application form, candidates do not need to have completed the online self-development program.
  • Artist should be 18-30 years old at the time of submitting the application in order to receive the airfare support.

Fellowship

  • free accommodation
  • free catering
  • free local transportation
  • free meditation retreat fee
  • partial sponsoring of airfare*
* Everyone is welcome apply for the Artistic Meditation Retreat, however, to be eligible for the partial sponsoring of airfare, artist must be between 18-30 years old.

Application

  • Application Deadline – December 16th, 2014 (last date to apply online)
  • Eligibility Deadline – June 16th, 2015 (last date for completing eligibility criteria to receive interview call)
After completing 30 days of the online self-development program, the Artistic Meditation Retreat curatorial team will make an interview appointment based on your performance, artistic portfolio and motivation statement. There is no need to write a request for an interview. If you are qualified, we will contact you.
In order to apply, register HERE.
Should you need more information about the retreat, please contact : Jo Holland, Coordinator for the Artistic Meditation Retreat artisticretreat@peacerevolution.net.

For further information please visit the official website.

 

Kosovo – Serbia Round Table Dialogue 2015 in Pristina/Kosovo

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Deadline: 1st wave -23 December 2014 ; 2nd wave – 5 February 2015
Open to: participants between the ages of 16 and 30 years old
Venue: 20-22 February 2015 in Pristina/Kosovo

Description

Kosovo – Serbia Round Table Dialogue This is a diplomatic simulation for academics from all around the world, about the conflict between Kosovo and Serbia. From this Conference we’d like to achieve more peaceful diplomacy for next generations of Kosovo and Serbia’s youth. It will be held in two rounds, the first round will take place in Pristina (Kosovo) on 20-22th February 2015 in Hotel Sirius. Next round will take place in Serbia in April. It mainly aims to provide people between the ages of 16 – 30 years with more insight and knowledge on how this conflict can be solved. All participants will be assigned as representatives of a country which will be assigned by Organization committee after applicants will complete all registration procedures.

There will be 70 representative countries , mainly all European Countries and also the involvement of USA and CANADA as observer states.

With 2 days intensive debates , with over 70 participants from all around the world , accompanied by guests speakers from Kosovo and Serbian Government , First round of the dialogue will be held in Sirius Conference Center , Pristina , Kosovo.

Eligibility

In order to be considered eligible to apply, you must fulfill all of the following criteria:

  • be between the ages of 16 and 30 years old ;
  • be citizen of European Countries + USA, Canada;
  • Students, Researchers, Diplomats, Politicians;
  • possess upper-intermediate English proficiency.

Costs

Registration fee for first wave will cost 125€ with accommodation and without accommodation 70€ , second wave fee will cost 135€ with accommodation  and without accommodation 80€

–  Participation fee includes:

  • Accommodation for two nights in Hotel Sirius
  • Meals ( Dinner on 20 February , Breakfast , Lunch and Dinner on  21 February
  • Breakfast on 22 February 2015.
  • Coffee Breaks
  • Conference Materials ( Files , Badges and Placards )
  • Certificates ( If you miss 2 sessions , you will be not certificated)

Application

  • 1st Wave of Registration: 23 November 2014 – 23 December 2014
  • 2nd Wave of Registration: 10 January 2015 – 5 February 2015

In order to apply, register HERE.

If you have any questions, check the FAQ section or write to: infoksr@gybalkans.org

The official web-page.

 

Scholarship Competition for a Bachelor’s Degree in New York, USA

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Deadline: 1 April 2015
Open to: adult and transfer students  who have a minimum level of high school/upper secondary school education.
Scholarship: $160,000 ( max. value)

Description

If you are an adult or transfer student looking to complete your bachelor’s degree, join the Public Engagement Competition and compete for a scholarship to complete your studies at The New School for Public Engagement in New York City beginning fall 2015. 1 full- and 1 partial-scholarship for the Bachelor’s Program for Adults and Transfer Students are available in the competition.

The New School for Public Engagement is the university’s founding division, and is now one of seven divisions that compose The New School. The mission of The New School for Public Engagement is to create and nurture a learning community marked by interdisciplinary engagement with real-world issues and the integration of professional, civic, and liberal learning. The common thread that runs across the division’s diverse academic programs is a commitment to learning that makes a difference in the world. In order to realize this commitment, the division aspires to provide an educational experience that is integrative, boundary-crossing, and collaborative. The division connects theory to real-world practice, training students to address civic life, to create new forms of culture, and to respond to contemporary challenges in their communities and throughout the world.

Eligibility

Open to adult and transfer students that want to complete their bachelor’s degree at The New School for Public Engagement. To be eligible to win the scholarship prize, you need a minimum level of high school/upper secondary school education. Winners are expected to start their bachelor’s program in the fall of 2015.

In order to be selected as a finalist in the competition, the participant needs to submit a complete application to the New School for Public Engagement. To claim the scholarship prize, the winner must fulfill all enrollment requirements set by The New School for Public Engagement and be accepted by the Admissions Office.

Scholarship

No prize alternatives or cash equivalents are offered. Prizes are non-transferable. The winner is solely responsible for all applicable taxes related to the acceptance of the prize.

The value of the scholarship varies depending on the chosen program. The prize has a maximum value of $160,000.

Full-scholarship:

  • Scholarship covers 100% of tuition fee and mandatory fees up to the amount of credits that the student needs to maintain their degree. Student must maintain a 2.0 GPA and 67% completion rate in order to maintain scholarship eligibility.
  • The scholarship can only be used for degree-related classes (non-­credit classes will not be covered).
  • Student must attend full time.
  • If the winning student is receiving tuition scholarship(s) from another source, The New School scholarship may be reduced by that amount.
  • The scholarship can be revoked if the student withdraws or takes a leave from the program.
  • **The scholarship is for tuition and fee charges only. It may not be used for housing, health insurance, living expenses or food plans.

Application

  • The application deadline is April 1, 2015. Applications and all supporting documents must reach The New School by this date.
  • All applicants are required to apply online. The application, application fee, and most supporting materials are submitted through the online application.
  • Plan ahead to ensure sufficient time to prepare additional supporting materials such as official transcripts, test scores, or other requirements, as specified below.
  • Official transcripts and test scores can be sent directly to the admission office:
    Office of Admission
    79 Fifth Avenue, 5th Floor
    New York, NY 10003

The New School  Application Requires:

  • Completed online application
  • Application fee: a non-refundable $50 application fee, payable as part of the online application
  • Official transcripts: all applicants must submit official college transcripts from all institutions where they have received college credit
  • Applicants who would like to transfer academic credits earned at non-US institutions are required to have their transcript(s) evaluated by World Education Services (WES), or another member of the National Association of Credit Evaluation Services (NACES)
  • Transfer applicants who have completed fewer than 24 college credits must also submit high school transcripts
  • A certified English language translation must be provided for all official international transcripts that are not written in English
  • Read more on the admissions page of The New School for Public Engagement for specific requirements connected to the school and its programs.

Questions? Visit the Frequently Asked Questions HERE or email at finishattnsc@studentcompetitions.com.

Read the official website HERE.

 

Summer Fellowship at NASA Glenn Research Center (GRC)

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The Office of Education (OE) at NASA Glenn Research Center (GRC) is currently recruiting for our 2015 internship, fellowship, and scholarship programs.  Please see the attached PDF for more details about these opportunities including how to apply.

 

Summer Internships Application Dates: November 10, 2014 – March 1, 2015 at https://intern.nasa.gov/.

Higher Education:  The Glenn Research Center (GRC) manages and implements a number of NASA and Center-unique Higher Education (HE) programs for college STEM students. The programs for undergraduate and graduate students embody opportunities in NASA Internships, Fellowships and Scholarships (NIFS) some of which are offered on-site at GRC, while others are attainable on university and college campuses.  On-site GRC tenure for students is typically complemented with developmental programs to enrich/enhance participants’ experience. In particular, the HE programs seek to:

  1. Train students in the conduct of research, while instilling in them STEM competencies needed for next the generation of scientists and engineers, to help replenish and sustain NASA and theUS workforce;
  2. Promote the infusion of NASA mission content in classroom teaching, to help keep students motivated in STEM courses, leading to related careers to promote advancement of NASA mission.

 

Lewis’ Educational and Research Collaborative Internship Project (LERCIP) is a Center-unique ten week paid summer college internship experience at the NASA Glenn Research facility.  Internships are in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, as well as the non-STEM professional business career majors that provide support to NASA’s mission.  LERCIP provides opportunities to graduating high school seniors, undergraduates and graduate students.  LERCIP interns are involved in mission-related projects under the guidance of a GRC mentor and subject matter expert who engages them in exciting work with exposure to state-of-the-art technology.  The dates of the two sessions are below.

 

  • Session #1:  June 1, 2015 – August 7, 2015
  • Session #2:  June 15, 2015 – August 21, 2015

 

We are asking that you consider being our point of contact (POC) to spread the word to students about these opportunities.  As a POC you will do the following:

  • Post the fliers on your website and make copies to give to eligible students
  • Send an email with NASA Internship in the subject line to GRC-Intern@mail.nasa.govwith the names of the students who have applied for an internship.

 

Your support in spreading the word to your students about these exceptional program opportunities would be greatly appreciated.  Please reply to this email if you consent to being our POC or with any questions.

 

Respectfully,

 

Vanessa R. Webbs

 

Vanessa R. Webbs, M.Ed.

Internship Project Manager

NASA Glenn Research Center

GRC-Intern@mail.nasa.gov