The summer application development program offers two tracks:
Track one: for students developing NSF GRFP applications
Track two: for students developing Fulbright graduate research applications
The program runs from June 5-10th and applications for both tracks are due on May 25th.
Track I
NSF GRFP Application Development
Virtual 2022 Summer Program
Program dates: June 6th-10th, 2022
Application deadline: Wednesday, May 25, 2022
The Office of National Scholarships and Fellowships (ONSF) is conducting a workshop series that will present NSF GRFP information and provide structured practice to develop a competitive GRFP application. In this workshop, graduate students (and a select number of undergraduate students) from NSF eligible fields will participate in a 5-part series that will include an overview of the GRFP and application process, first-hand advice from GRFP recent awardees and interactive sessions to review and revise their application documents. The workshop will also provide a timeline and guidance for requesting recommendation letters. In addition to preparing a more competitive GRFP application, workshop participants will gain experience drafting a research outline and conveying their research to broad audiences. Please note that participation is limited to 20 students. Acceptance is based on minimum criteria outlined in the application and the quality of the submitted application. If there are any questions, please contact Rowena Grainger, Enrichment Program Assistant Director for Research and Fellowships, at rowena.grainger@uconn.edu.
Workshop Details (subject to change)
Workshop 1 – June 6th. 1-3pm EST
This session will be focused on introductions, general overview of ONSF as a resource for application development and the structure of the program. We will share resources and general advice on searching for fellowship opportunities.
Workshop 2 – June 7th. 1-3pm EST
This session will provide an overview of the GRFP award and the benefits. In addition, the session will provide a hands-on personal statement writing opportunity for preparation for fellowship applications.
Workshop 3 – June 8th. 1-3pm EST
The third session will go into more detail about the GRFP award and the required application documents. In addition, the session will walk through the application timeline, how to request letters of recommendation, advice for the research statement, and practice activities to prepare the participants to start their GRFP application.
Workshop 4- June 9th. 1-3pm EST
The fourth session in this series will be a panel of current GRFP Fellows. The panelists will share their advice on what makes competitive applications and answer questions. The panel will cover all aspects of the application but will pay particular attention to the personal statement of the application package.
Workshop 5- June 10th. 1-3pm EST
The first hour of this session will be an opportunity for workshop participants to receive feedback on their statements from fellow participants. Workshop facilitator will start each session with an overview of how to review an application and reminders of the review criteria. Workshop participants will then be free to review and provide feedback to each other.
The final hour of the series will be focused on representing your experiences in more concise formats (i.e. resumes and CVs). We will also explore the various resources on campus available to help you on your professional journey as a graduate student. Special guest: Kay Gruder, Assistant Director, Graduate Student Career Programs and Services, Center for Career Development (CCD).
*Please note that writing tasks will be assigned outside of these hours. The time commitment for this program is estimated to be around 20 hours (2 hours virtual workshop session and 2 hours of writing per day)
APPLY HERE
Track II
Fulbright Graduate Research Application Development
Virtual 2022 Summer Program
Program dates: June 6th-10th, 2022
Application deadline: Wednesday, May 25, 2022
The Office of National Scholarships and Fellowships (ONSF) is conducting a workshop series that will review the Fulbright U.S. Student program and provide structured practice to develop a Fulbright Research application. In this workshop, graduate students will participate in a 5-part series that will include an overview of the Fulbright program and application process, first-hand advice from Fulbright alumni, and interactive sessions to write, review and revise their application documents. The workshop will also provide a timeline and guidance for requesting recommendation letters. There is a financial incentive provided to each student who is accepted to the program. The details of this award will be outlined when an offer to participate is extended to the student. Please note that participation is limited to 12 students. Acceptance is based on minimum criteria outlined in the application and the quality of the submitted application. If there are any questions, please contact LuAnn Saunders-Kanabay, Assistant Director & Fulbright Program Advisor, at luann.saunders-kanabay@uconn.edu
Workshop Details (subject to change)
Workshop 1 – June 6th 1:00-3:00 pm EST
The introductory workshop will provide an overview of the Fulbright U.S. Student program, the Research award and benefits, and the application process. In addition, the workshop will provide a hands-on personal statement writing opportunity for preparation for fellowship applications.
Workshop 2 – June 7th 1:00-3:00 pm EST
The second workshop will go into more detail about the Fulbright Research award and the required application documents. In addition, Fulbright alumni panelists will share their experiences and advise on how to request letters of recommendation, develop the research statement of grant purpose, and take questions from participants.
Workshop 3 – June 8th 1:00-3:00 pm EST
The third workshop in this series will be a session devoted to the structure of the Research statement of grant purpose, review criteria and the selection process, and time for review of sample Research statements with the exchange of practice statements among workshop participants.
Workshop 4- June 9th 1:00-3:00 pm EST
The fourth workshop will be an opportunity for workshop participants to receive feedback on their statements from fellow participants. Workshop facilitators will start each session with an overview of how to review an application and reminders of the review criteria. Workshop participants will then be free to review and provide feedback to each other.
Workshop 5- June 10th 1:00-3:00 pm EST
The final day of the workshop series will be focused on representing your experiences in more concise formats (i.e. resumes and CVs). We will also explore the various resources on campus available to help you on your professional journey as a graduate student. Special guest: Kay Gruder, Assistant Director, Graduate Student Career Programs and Services, Center for Career Development (CCD).
*Please note that writing tasks will be assigned outside of these hours. The time commitment for this program is estimated to be around 20 hours (2 hours virtual workshop session and 2 hours of writing per day)
APPLY HERE
For more information, contact: LuAnn Saunders-Kanabay at luann.saunders-kanabay@uconn.edu
For more information, contact: Rowena Grainger at rowena.grainger@uconn.edu