Monday, October 6, 2008

Columbia Fellowship Programs Speaker Series

The Henry Luce Foundation
When: Tuesday, October 7th, 3:30 pm
Where: The Core Conference Room (202 Hamilton Hall)
Who: Helene Redell, Vice President and Scholars Program Director

Are you interested in Asia, but have not had a chance to explore Asian Studies? The Luce Scholars Program provides students with one year of funding to live, work, and study throughout various parts of Asia. Meet with the program director to learn more about this unique opportunity and what kind of applicants they are looking for.

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The Australia-American Fulbright Commission
When: Thursday, October 9th, 3:30 pm
Where: The Core Conference Room (202 Hamilton Hall)
Who: Mark Darby, Executive Director

Interested in spending a year in Australia, researching a topic of interest to you? Meet with the Australian Fulbright Commission’s Executive Director to learn what types of students and projects the program is seeking. Come say “G’day” and learn about Australian Universities and the cutting edge research they are pursuing.

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Echoing Green
When: Tuesday, October 14th, 3:30 pm
Where: The Core Conference Room (202 Hamilton Hall)
Who: Deva Jones, Recruitment Associate

Are you itching to start your own non-profit, but do not have the funding to do so? Echoing Green provides money and technical support to social entrepreneurs starting innovative public service organizations and projects that seek to catalyze positive social change. Find out how to turn your dream into a reality and help others in the process.

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The Urban Fellows Program
When: Thursday, October 16th, 3:30 pm
Where: The Core Conference Room (202 Hamilton Hall)
Who: Barbara Simmons, Director

The Urban Fellows Program provides an unparalleled opportunity for young professionals to gain meaningful work experience in public policy, urban planning and government operations as they consider careers in public service. Learn how you can gain a deep understanding of the structure of New York City government by being an Urban Fellow.

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