UConn Global Announcement – U21 Summer Programs
Accepting Nominations for U21 Summer Programs
Global Affairs is seeking nominations for multiple Universitas 21 summer event. These are amazing opportunities for students and I strongly encourage you to read the details below and nominate students for the three programs.
If you have any questions or would like to learn more please email Christina Wong at Christina.wong@uconn.edu. Thank you and we look forward to receiving your nominations.
U21 Undergraduate Research Conference: Future Societies, Global Citizens
Location: University of Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Dates: June 26- June 30, 2017
Eligible Students: Undergraduate Students
Submit nominations to Global Affairs by March 3, 2017: http://s.uconn.edu/3ii
Program Fee: There is no program fee. (Global Affairs will subsidize up to two students' airfare and accommodations, students will be responsible for all other costs such meals and incidentals)
Conference Website: http://s.uconn.edu/3ij
Summary: The 2017 Universitas 21 Undergraduate Research Conference will have four main themes: development, health, justice and the environment. Students will discuss and present on these themes, allowing them to hone their research, public speaking, and networking skills. Additionally, students will interact with acclaimed academics, intermingle with peers from around the world, and have a chance to participate in extracurricular events to explore Scotland. If a faculty member is interested in accompanying the student they nominate, please contact Christina Wong at christina.wong@uconn.edu.
U21 Social Entrepreneur Corps IN ECUADOR
Location: Ceunca, Ecuador and Loja, Ecuador
Dates: June 25- July 2, 2017
Eligible Students: 2nd year undergraduate students and above with a minimum 3.4 GPA
Submit nominations to Global Affairs by March 24, 2017:
Website: http://s.uconn.edu/3ig
Password: Summer2017
Program Fee: $3,650 (Global Affairs will subsidize up to two students’ program fees. Students are responsible for airfare and other related costs)
Summary: The Universitas 21 Social Entrepreneur Corps is a four-week immersive program in Ecuador where students will have the opportunity to participate in individual and group development projects, study Spanish, stay with Ecuadoran families, explore different locations, and directly contribute to the economic development of rural Ecuador. This opportunity is open to all majors.
UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT
GLOBAL AFFAIRS
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PHONE: +1 860.486.3152
For more information, contact: Christina Wong at christina.wong@uconn.edu