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We invite community members, faculty, and students to the LU campus cinema next week for special showings of the documentary film “Won’t You Be My Neighbor.”

The film asks audiences to consider Fred Roger’s advocacy for childhood through children’s television programming. His messages of kindness, love, and concern for children and their emotional well-being impacted generations of children and adults. How might his legacy impact our own work in our communities today?

Showings will occur at midnight Friday Sept. 28, and on Saturday Sept. 29 at 2pm and 8pm.

Immediately following the Saturday, 2pm showing, faculty from the LU Education and Psychology Departments will conduct a community conversation and Q/A on “Kindness, Childhood, and Building a Community.”  Refreshments provided.

These special showings are generously sponsored by The John and Sally Mielke Community Collaboration Program and SOUP.

Applications for the 2019-2020 Fulbright U.S. Student Application – International Study or Research Awards and Fulbright English Teaching Assistantships – is Now Available.  

The Fulbright Program is the flagship international educational exchange program sponsored by the U.S. government and has provided more than 380,000 participants—chosen for their academic merit and leadership potential — with the opportunity to study, teach and conduct research, exchange ideas and contribute to finding solutions to shared international concerns.

If you are a junior who is highly motivated, open-minded, and a flexible self-starter with a strong interest in promoting international mutual understanding, then Fulbright may be for you!  To learn more about applying, come to the information session!

When:  Monday, May 14, 2018

Time: 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Where: WCC, Arthur Vining Davis Room

Questions? contact Kia Thao, Memorial Hall, 109 or visit the Fulbright page.

The 2019-2020 Fulbright U.S. Student Application – International Study or Research Awards and Fulbright English Teaching Assistantships – is Now Available.  

The Fulbright Program is the flagship international educational exchange program sponsored by the U.S. government and has provided more than 380,000 participants—chosen for their academic merit and leadership potential — with the opportunity to study, teach and conduct research, exchange ideas and contribute to finding solutions to shared international concerns.

If you are a junior who is highly motivated, open-minded, and a flexible self-starter with a strong interest in promoting international mutual understanding, then come learn what Fulbright is all about!

When:  Tuesday, May 1

Time: 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Where: WCC, Arthur Vining Davis Room

Questions? contact Kia Thao, Memorial Hall, 109.

Are you interested in pursuing careers related to the field of public health?  The Sara A. Quandt and Thomas A. Arcury Endowment for Experiential Learning and Research in Public Health will provide Lawrence students with unique and valuable opportunities to conduct research and immerse themselves in the field of public health. The fund will support a wide range of research and academic opportunities to include travel expenses, stipends for work or summer research, independent study or Senior Experience projects, books, supplies, or any other aspects that would broaden and provide in-depth understanding of public health.  Students selected shall exhibit the highest standards in their scholarly endeavors and plan to embark on serious work in close consultation and collaboration with faculty members who have expertise in topics related to important public health issues.

Individual awards can range from $500 to $4000.

The application can be found on the Pre-Professional Advising & Major Fellowship site. Completed applications must be received by Friday, April 20th. Send/e-mail all materials to: Kia Thao at kia.thao@lawrence.edu, Memorial Hall, 109.

Questions? contact Kia Thao at kia.thao@lawrence.edu

Are you a student who is considering careers in the legal field? Do you want to know what it takes to get into law school? Are you unsure of your interests? Come check out these pre-law events that are happening on campus in the next two weeks!

Monday, April 9: Event with Retired Immigration Judge and Lawyer Paul Schmidt ’70
12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Lunch and Learn with Judge Schmidt in Parris Dining Room
1:30 to 3:00 p.m. 1:1 Chat with Judge Schmidt in WCC, Kraemer Room
For more information and to sign up see LUworks Paul Schmidt event

Wednesday, April 11: Stephanie Nikolay, Director of Admissions and Recruitment, Marquette University Law School
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Information Table in East Lobby Area Near Commons
12:40 to 1:40 p.m. – Admissions Info Presentation in WCC, Runkel Room
1:45 to 2:45 p.m. – 15-minute individual 1:1 Chat with students in Runkel Room
For more information and to sign up, see LUworks Marquette University event

Thursday, April 19: LevelUp event – Attorney/Shareholder-Estate Planner Jeff Billings ’03
Sign up for a 15-minute mock interview with 5 minutes for feedback with Jeff Billings ’03.  To sign up for a mock interview, contact Career Services or Kia Thao.  For more information, see LUworks LevelUp event.

Questions? Contact Kia Thao

If you are looking for funding to support your project, internship, or to explore your interests, the following scholarships are currently opened for current Lawrence students to apply.

Graduation School Exploration Fellowship (ACM-B1G): For sophomore standing students from historically underrepresented groups in higher education who are interested in pursuing study and research in the humanities, humanistic social sciences, and arts. Applications are due February 16, 2018.

The Harold B. Zuehlke and Richard W. Zuehlke Research Fund for Physical Science – supports research projects in the physical science initiated by students.  Applications are due February 16, 2018.

The Sara A. Quandt and Thomas A. Arcury Endowment for Experiential Learning and Research in Public Health – provide Lawrence students with unique and valuable opportunities to conduct research and immerse themselves in the field of public health.  Applications are due February 23, 2018.

The Mita Sen Award for Societal Impact – For juniors whose project has the potential to impact society.  Applications are due March 2, 2018

The Dennis Huebner Pre-Law Stipend – For juniors who are interested in exploring or pursuing opportunities related to a career in the legal profession.   Applications are due March 1, 2018.

For more information and application materials, visit the Pre-Professional and Major Fellowships site.  Questions? contact Kia Thao at kia.thao@lawrence.edu.

Udall Undergraduate Scholarship: This scholarship (Up to $7000) is awarded to undergraduate sophomores and juniors pursuing careers related to the  Tribal Public Policy or Native Health Care. Udall Scholars attend the Udall Scholar Orientation in August in Tucson, AZ to meet alumni and tribal leaders for exceptional networking opportunities and gain lifetime membership in a growing and active alumni network.

Applications are open now.  Campus deadline is March 2, 2018.  National deadline is March 8, 2018.

For more information, contact Kia Thao at kia.thao@lawrence.edu.

The Udall Foundation offers a prestigious scholarship for students seeking careers in environmental fields. Applicants should be leading change on their campus or in their community.

The Udall Undergraduate Scholarship is a scholarship (up to $7,000!) awarded to up to 50 undergraduate sophomores and juniors pursuing careers related to the environment, Tribal Public Policy, or Native Health Care. Udall Scholars attend the Udall Scholar Orientation in August in Tucson, AZ to meet alumni and community leaders for exceptional networking opportunities and gain lifetime membership in a growing and active alumni network.

Applications are now open!  Campus deadline is March 2, 2018.  National deadline is March 8, 2018.

For more information, contact Kia Thao at kia.thao@lawrence.edu.

If you are looking for fundings to support your project, internship, or to explore your interests, the following scholarships are currently opened for current Lawrence students to apply.

Graduation School Exploration Fellowship (ACM-B1G): For sophomore standing students from historically underrepresented groups in higher education who are interested in pursuing study and research in the humanities, humanistic social sciences, and arts. Applications are due February 16, 2018.

The Harold B. Zuehlke and Richard W. Zuehlke Research Fund for Physical Science – supports research projects in the physical science initiated by students.  Applications are due February 16, 2018.

The Sara A. Quandt and Thomas A. Arcury Endowment for Experiential Learning and Research in Public Health – provide Lawrence students with unique and valuable opportunities to conduct research and immerse themselves in the field of public health.  Applications are due February 23, 2018.

The Mita Sen Award for Societal Impact – For juniors whose project has the potential to impact society.  Applications are due March 2, 2018

The Dennis Huebner Pre-Law Stipend – For juniors who are interested in exploring or pursuing opportunities related to a career in the legal profession.   Applications are due March 1, 2018.

For more information and application materials, visit the Pre-Professional and Major Fellowships site.  Questions? contact Kia Thao at kia.thao@lawrence.edu

COME MEET OUR GSEF FELLOWS AND CHECK OUT THEIR SUMMER RESEARCH WORK !

TUESDAY, JANUARY 16, 2018

DIVERSITY CENTER FROM 4:30 TO 6:00 P.M.

If you are a student with sophomore standing from underrepresented
backgrounds and is interested:

• in pursuing a doctoral degree in the humanities or humanistic social sciences, or a terminal master’s degree in the arts,
• have a genuine interest in academic research and/or teaching at the college level as a career
• is a US citizen, permanent resident of the US, or non-US citizen with DACA

THEN COME MEET WITH LILLY LAVNER FROM ACM AND LEARN WHAT THE GSEF FELLOWSHIP CAN OFFER YOU!

More information can be found here: ACM.edu/GSEF