Upcoming Fellowship Workshops

9/3/2013 Katrina Hagler, Assistant Director of Graduate Recruiting and Admisisons

Written by Katrina Hagler, Assistant Director of Graduate Recruiting and Admisisons

We're proud to say that many of our students are external fellowship winners.  In fact, we have an article at this page and this page about some of our students who have been awarded such fellowships.  Interested in applying for an external fellowship?  Attend these helpful workshops (details below).

National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Workshop
September 13th, 2:30-4:30 p.m., 141 Loomis

Presented by the Graduate College at the University of Illinois.
The NSF-GRFP provides three years of full tuition, plus a $32,000 annual stipend, access to international research opportunities, and entry into one of the most prestigious scientific communities in the world.  A panel of speakers will provide insights on how to prepare successful applications.

MechSE Fellowship Workshop
September 23rd, 4:00-5:00 p.m., Deere Pavilion, MEL

Presented by MechSE.
Professor Harley Johnson, Associate Head for Graduate Programs at MechSE, will discuss applying for external fellowships (special emphasis on the National Science Foundation fellowship competition).  Dr. Johnson will announce an internal MechSE incentive competition for MechSE students applying for an NSF fellowship.  Dr. Ken Vickery, Director of External Fellowship sat the Graduate College, will also present.

Are you a MechSE student looking for additional feedback on your essays for fellowship applications?  Contact the MechSE Grad Office - we are happy to help!

 

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This story was published September 3, 2013.