A Day in the Life of a Fulbright Scholar: Mary Beth Bird
As the NSO begins recruiting candidates for next year’s Fulbright Award cycle, we will be highlighting the five VCU students currently studying and working across the globe with the support of their Fulbright grant. These will feature a sample “Day in the Life”, to celebrate the endless opportunities a Fulbright grant can provide! This week, we’re showcasing Mary […]
Diversity Scholars in Research Week: Registration is Open!
The VCU Office of Multicultural Student Affairs (OMSA) is sponsoring the second annual Diversity Scholars in Research Week.This event will be Feb. 22-25, 2016. If you are interested in participating in the Student Poster Exhibition, where students display posters of their original research, please fill out the application. Researchers from diverse backgrounds or have research […]
Guest Vlog: Herb Hill, Director of Undergraduate Research Opportunities
Many research-focused national scholarship, fellowship, and grant competitions require or encourage undergraduate research experience. Hear from Herb Hill, Director of Undergraduate Opportunities, for tips on how to take advantage of research opportunities at VCU! Check out his “vlog” below, and also check out a recent post about more undergraduate research opportunities.
Guest Vlog: Megan Hodge from VCU Libraries
Our friend Megan Hodge, Teaching and Learning Librarian for VCU Libraries and library liaison to the National Scholarship Office discusses maximizing library resources when building a national scholarship application! Thank you for your expertise, Megan!
UROP Fellowships Announced
Announcing funded fellowship opportunities for undergraduates interested in conducting research during the summer of 2016! Below you will find a brief description for each fellowship opportunity with a link to the full description. Full fellowship descriptions are also attached. Deadline for proposals is March 1st, 2016. Global Education Undergraduate Research Fellowships The Global Education Office (GEO) will fund three […]
State Department Information Session 2/4
The National Scholarship Office and VCU Globe are thrilled to welcome State Department Diplomat in Residence Rich Jaworski to VCU. With over 30 years of global experience, he will provide guidance and advice on Foreign Service and Department of State careers, internships and fellowships. All interested students and faculty are encouraged to attend his information […]