ASMEA: Research and Conference Grant Opportunities

Application Deadline: Sunday, April 15, 2018. 

The Association for the Study of the Middle East and Africa (ASMEA) is pleased to offer the following Grant opportunities to its Members in conjunction with the Eleventh Annual ASMEA Conference on November 1-3, 2018 in Washington, D.C.: 

ASMEA Research Grants:

ASMEA is offering Research Grants up to $2500 to qualified students and scholars engaged in the study of the Middle East and Africa.

Conference Travel Grants:

ASMEA is offering Travel Grants up to $750 to qualified scholars and students to present their research at the Eleventh Annual Conference.

Guidelines: 

Applicants must be current members of ASMEA and engaged in ongoing study of the Middle East or Africa.

Applications must be accompanied by a paper proposal representing new and unpublished research from any academic discipline yet relevant to the region.

Successful applicants will be required to present their research at the Eleventh Annual ASMEA Conference. 

For more information and to apply, please visit the ASMEA website

Questions? Contact ASMEA at (202) 429-8860 or info@asmeascholars.org.

 

Webminar: Best Practices in Applying for Graduate School

Date: Wednesday, February 21, 2018

Time: 10:00 - 11:00 AM EST

Join the Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs (APSIA) for an introductory webinar on best practices when applying for graduate school.

In this monthly series, APSIA's International Admissions and Operations Manager, as well as a representative from John Hopkins SAIS, will answer questions about:

  • Selecting a graduate program
  • Preparing an application
  • Paying for school
  • Career opportunities

Click HERE to register. Registration is free to students and professionals. 


By registering you agree to share your information with APSIA and its members*

Call for Applications: Rotary Peace Fellowship

The Rotary Foundation is now accepting applications for the fully-funded 2019 Rotary Peace Fellowship. Up tp 100 social change leaders are selected globally every year to earn either a master's degree or a professional development certificate in peace and conflict studies at one of six Rotary Peace Centers at leading universities around the world. 

Peace fellowship applicants must meet these requirements:

  • Proficiency in English; a second language is strongly recommended
  • Demonstrated commitment to international understanding and peace 
  • Excellent leadership skills
  • Master’s degree applicants: minimum three years of related full-time work or volunteer experience, bachelor’s degree
  • Certificate applicants: minimum five years of related full-time work or volunteer experience, strong academic background8

Application Deadline: May 31st, 2018. 

For more information and online application, visit the Rotary Fellowships website here

Webinar: Pathways Programs (for Career Counselors)

Date:  Thursday, December 14, 2017

TIme:  1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pathways-programs-for-career-counselors-1214-tickets-40042513235

The Federal Pathways Programs are uniquely suited to help students and recent graduates find their way into meaningful public service careers. Would you like to advise your students and alumni on the benefits of these innovative Federal programs? Join a representative of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management to learn specifics on the Federal Pathways Programs for students and recent graduates. By the end of this session, you will understand the three Pathways Programs, i.e., the Internship Program, Recent Graduates Program, and Presidential Management Fellows Program; know eligibility requirements for each Program, what is the same, and what distinguishes the Programs from one another; and learn how your students and alumni can find and apply for positions under each of the Pathways Programs.

**PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS EVENT IS FOR CAREER SERVICES PROFESSIONALS AND NOT FOR STUDENTS.**

This is an online event. You must register using the link on this Eventbrite page in order to participate. Upon registering, you will receive a confirmation via email.

HERE IS THE WEB LINK FOR THE SESSION:

https://opm.adobeconnect.com/kdpathways/

Please enter the session at least 10-15 minutes before the session start time.

THERE IS NO SEPARATE PHONE LINE FOR AUDIO. Both audio and slides will be accessed through the Adobe Connect link above. We cannot assist with technical issues once the session has started so please check your computer speakers before the session begins.

IF YOU REQUIRE CLOSED CAPTIONING, YOU MUST CONTACT THE EVENT COORDINATOR AT karlos.deltoro@opm.gov NO LATER THAN TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2017 at 5:30 PM EDT.