International Women's Day

International Women's Day (IWD) is marked on the 8th of March every year. It is a major day of global celebration of women. In different regions the focus of the celebrations ranges from general celebration of respect, appreciation and love towards women to a celebration for women's economic, political and social achievements.

Started as a Socialist political event, the holiday blended in the culture of many countries, primarily Eastern Europe, Russia, and the former Soviet bloc. In many regions, the day lost its political flavour, and became simply an occasion for men to express their love for women in a way somewhat similar to a mixture of Mother's Day and St Valentine's Day. In other regions, however, the original political and human rights theme designated by the United Nations runs strong, and political and social awareness of the struggles of women worldwide are brought out and examined in a hopeful manner.

History:

The first IWD was observed on 28 February 1909 in the United States following a declaration by the Socialist Party of America. Among other relevant historic events, it came to commemorate the 1911 Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire. The idea of having an international women's day was first put forward at the turn of the 20th century amid rapid world industrialization and economic expansion that led to protests over working conditions.
In 1910 the first international women's conference was held in Copenhagen (in the labour-movement building located at Jagtvej 69, which until recently housed Ungdomshuset) by the Second International and an 'International Women's Day' was established, which was submitted by the important German Socialist Clara Zetkin, although no date was specified.^[1] The following year, 1911, IWD was marked by over a million people in Austria, Denmark, Germany and Switzerland, on March 19.^[2] However, soon thereafter, on March 25, the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire in New York City killed over 140 garment workers. A lack of safety measures was blamed for the high death toll. Furthermore, on the eve of World War I, women across Europe held peace rallies on 8 March 1913. In the West, International Women's Day was commemorated during the 1910s and 1920s, but dwindled. It was revived by the rise of feminism in the 1960s.
Demonstrations marking International Women's Day in Russia proved to be the first stage of the Russian Revolution of 1917.
Following the October Revolution, the Bolshevik Alexandra Kollontai persuaded Lenin to make it an official holiday in the Soviet Union, and it was established, but was a working day until 1965. On May 8, 1965 by the decree of the USSR Presidium of the Supreme Soviet International Women's Day was declared as a non working day in the USSR "in commemoration of the outstanding merits of Soviet women in communistic construction, in the defense of their Fatherland during the Great Patriotic War, in their heroism and selflessness at the front and in the rear, and also marking the great contribution of women to strengthening friendship between peoples, and the struggle for peace. But still, women's day must be celebrated as are other holidays."

2010 International Women's Day

On occasion of 2010 International Women's Day the International Committee of the Red Cross is drawing attention to the hardship displaced women endure. The displacement of populations is one of the gravest consequences of today's armed conflicts. It affects women in a host of ways.^[3]
Women displaced by armed conflict – often living alone with their children – are frequently exposed to sexual violence, discrimination and intimidation. Many face poverty and social exclusion as well. International humanitarian law therefore includes specific provisions protecting women, for example when they are pregnant or as mothers of young children.

Introduction to Online Education

Guide to Online Education > Online Education Basics > Types of Online Education

1. Higher education
   • Online course
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   • Online degree program
2. Online continuing education
3. Online training
4. Military online education
5. Non-credit online learning 

There is more than one way to prepare for the future. In some countries, the educational fate of a student is essentially decided before puberty. Students are tracked and tested early in their primary years. By the middle school and high school years, college-bound students are siphoned off for entry into high schools with an academic focus. The others are given little choice but to enter an educational system that teaches basic skills for independent living, and terminates with home economics or vocational instruction. For them, an associate's is a two-year terminable degree. The credits cannot later be applied toward a bachelor's degree even if the student develops the maturity, motivation, and intellectual curiosity necessary for the rigors of academic life.
Fortunately, in America, students get a second chance…and usually a third, fourth, and fifth, too! Students take many paths to college—there is no right one. One size does not fit all. Some students are home-schooled, some are tutored, some matriculate through the public education system, some enroll in private schools, some take the requisite four years to complete high school, some opt to earn their diploma early, some drop out entirely, some go to night school, and some drop back in and take the high school equivalency test in lieu of earning a diploma. It is simply never too late.

The same holds true for higher education. Some students adhere to a degree plan generated with input from their academic advisors, and choose to make steady, regular progress toward their degrees. Others may choose to reduce their course load, take a semester off here and there, or change their areas of study. Some may plan to earn an associate's degree and later apply those credits to a bachelor's degree. Indeed, the same holds true for certificates, which can, at some schools, be applied to a master's degree.
Online learning makes education accessible to virtually everyone, at any stage, on the path to achievement. Students are not bound by physical disabilities, learning disabilities, poor life choices, geographic limitations, or socioeconomic status. Online learning makes the playing field about as level as it can get. A student who is determined enough can and will succeed.

Opportunities abound. If you have landed on this page, that means you are already considering an online education experience. Congratulations. You've made a smart move. Enroll and you will be in good company. According to a 2005 survey, "Growing By Degrees: Online Education in the United States, 2005", backed by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, online enrollments increased from 1.98 million in 2003 to 2.35 million in 2004. Over 360,000 new students are expected to enroll in online courses each year. They are unlocking their potential and you can, too!

More and more schools are offering courses online. Some schools offer the opportunity for students to obtain a certificate or a degree wholly online. Faculty and institutions are recognizing that not all students fit into the 18-22 year old demographic. The Socratic method, with one teacher standing in front of a blackboard facing dozens of students, is now just one way classes are taught. Not the only way. There are mature students with life experience who have different needs and objectives. Colleges and universities are tailoring the education experience they provide to these non-traditional students.

There are as many reasons to return to school as there are for leaving. Some people voluntarily interrupt their education. They decide that upon high school graduation they are not ready for college. Others defer education out of necessity in order to join the military, raise a family, or care for a family member. Then there are those who want to take time to find out their interests, work their way up from an entry-level job, or just get life experience. Later they find that what interests them requires a degree; or that they can't be promoted to more responsibility without a degree, or that their lifestyle demands a career change and more money. All at once they have to be competitive in the job market--and in many industries that means having a degree.

International Fellowship In Forestry - WFI International Fellowship Program

WFI International Fellowship Program - Open to U.S. and Foreign Citizens. Term: 6-12 months - Applications accepted year-round.

For over a decade, the World Forest Institute (WFI) has offered a unique International Fellowship Program to professionals in natural resources--such as foresters, environmental educators, land managers, NGO practioners and researchers--to conduct a practical research project at the World Forestry Center in Portland, Oregon, U.S.A.. In addition to their specific research projects, Fellows participate in weekly field trips, interviews and site visits to Northwest forestry organizations, state, local and national parks, universities, public and private timberlands, trade associations, mills, and corporations. The Fellowship is a unique opportunity to learn about sustainable forestry from the Pacific Northwest forestry sector, and to work with colleagues from around the world. 

WFI Fellows benefit from:

* Networking with a broad array of forestry stakeholders—from mills to public agencies to the non-profit sector—in the Pacific Northwest

* Gaining a global perspective on the many challenges facing us in forestry

* Understanding how globalization, climate change and forest ownership trends are changing the forestry sector

The WFI Fellowship is a great way to continue learning, explore career paths in the natural resource sector, and develop contacts in the region. We have enjoyed the participation of over 80 Fellows from 25 countries. The program is open to applicants from any country (including the U.S.), and there is a matching grant from the Harry A. Merlo Foundation. Applications are accepted year-round. For details on the program, eligibility, and associated costs, please visit: Click Here Australian applicants should also contact the Gottstein Trust Click Here

WFI is a program of the World Forestry Center, which also operates a museum, event facilities, educational programs and demonstration tree farms. The World Forestry Center is an educational 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

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ETS - TOEFL Scholar Programme

ETS - TOEFL Scholar Programme For Students Planning To Study in the UK,US,Canada.

TOEFL® India Scholar Programme
Entries close on 31st March 2010

Mumbai, February 3rd, 2010: The upcoming deadline for the TOEFL® India Scholar Programme is 31st March 2010. Sponsored by Educational Testing Service (ETS), the programme recognizes outstanding students in India, who will begin their postgraduate studies in the U.K., U.S., and Canada in 2010.

Three (3) $10,000 scholarships and four (4) $5,000 scholarships will be awarded to students demonstrating high academic achievement, who have already been accepted into an institution in the U.K., U.S., or Canada. Winners will be notified on 22 May 2010.

Students can learn more about the scholarship programme and download the application at http://www.ets.org/toefl/indiascholarships or write to indiascholarships@ets.org.

About the TOEFL test

The TOEFL test is the most widely accepted English-language proficiency test worldwide. Currently, more than 7,300 colleges and universities accept the TOEFL test in 130 countries.  

About ETS

At nonprofit ETS, we advance quality and equity in education for people worldwide by creating assessments based on rigorous research. ETS serves individuals, educational institutions and government agencies by providing customized solutions for teacher certification, English-language learning, and elementary, secondary and post-secondary education, as well as conducting education research, analysis and policy studies. Founded in 1947, ETS develops, administers and scores more than 50 million tests annually — including the TOEFL® and TOEIC® tests, the GRE® test and The Praxis Series™ assessments — in more than 180 countries, at over 9,000 locations worldwide.

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Olympic Games : London dreams of a Cloud castle

The Cloud, an ambitious structure planned for 2012 Olympics, has airy spheres, spiral walkways, data projection.

 A group of architects, artists, and other big thinkers are certain that they don’t have their heads in a cloud as they plan what could be the most startling structure to emerge from the London Olympic Games of 2012.

Called simply “the Cloud,” the monument would consist of two slender towers rising hundreds of feet into the air. Atop the twin spires float digital displays and viewing platforms for the public, who would climb up by foot or bicycle using spiral ramps wrapped around one of the towers. The summit would also feature giant inflated plastic spheres, some of which visitors could enter. Real-time information about the Games and the surroundings would be displayed by Google.

In an emerging century with more and more online experience, the Cloud aims to form a connection from the virtual world to the real world, “from the world of bits to the physical world, the world of atoms,” says Carlo Ratti, head of the SENSEable Cities Laboratory at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, Mass., and a member of the international team working on the project. Other players include Arup, the architectural firm that designed the Sydney Opera House. Umberto Eco, the Italian philosopher and popular novelist, is serving as an adviser.
The Cloud team wants both the finished product, and the way it is conceived and financed, to be revolutionary. While traditional monuments emphasize their grandeur and permanence by expressing a sense of mass and weight, the Cloud “upturns the monumental tradition” with its airy, almost ephemeral design, says Sarah Goldhagen, architecture critic for The New Republic.

“I think the idea is incredibly cool,” she says. Ms. Goldhagen, who also edits an academic journal on modern architecture, is one of three experts the Monitor asked to look at the plans for the Cloud, which are posted online at raisingthecloud
.com.

The Cloud is designed to be “carbon neutral,” creating the energy it needs to operate from the use of regenerative brakes (similar to those used on hybrid cars). While visitors put in the initial effort by climbing the monument, the Cloud scheme then produces electricity as an elevator lowers visitors back to the ground. Solar panels will also generate electricity.

An Internet-based effort:
The design team, which has met only once, last summer, includes members in Britain, Germany, Italy, Australia, and the United States. It mostly works over the Internet with little formal structure, though Professor Ratti at MIT is acting as a coordinator.
The project is among a handful being considered by London Mayor Boris Johnson to become an official part of the London Games.

But even if the Cloud isn’t chosen by the mayor, its designers plan to find an appropriate venue in London in which to build it in time for the Games. “We can build our CLOUD with £5 million [$8 million] or £50 million,” says Ratti on the group’s website. “The flexibility of the structural system will allow us to tune the size of the CLOUD to the level of funding that is reached.”
The group will raise funds via the Internet using social-media sites such as Facebook and Twitter.
“[W]e would like the Cloud to become a symbol of global ownership built through a bottom-up fundraising effort,” Ratti says on the website, akin to the effort used by President Obama’s campaign to collect a large number of small donations online.

The idea of a cloud also evokes “cloud computing,” the concept of storing, manipulating, and sharing data online rather than in an individual computer. Ratti also uses the high-tech buzzword “crowdsourcing” to indicate how he expects a wide number of people to contribute thinking and funding to the effort.
Google says it will supply content for the Cloud’s digital displays, using Google Trends, Google Maps, and its social-networking feature Google Latitude. “For instance, we could provide a custom feed of (aggregated and anonymous) searches made by Londoners during the Olympics to give a real time ‘barometer’ of the city’s interests and mood,” reads a statement from the search-engine giant. In addition, Google promises free advertising for the project through its website and YouTube, including fundraising efforts.

Haiti, Chile, now Taiwan: earthquake escalation?

The 6.4-magnitude Taiwan earthquake that hit on Thursday – on the heels of quakes in Haiti and Chile – raised concern of an accelerating trend. But the statistics say otherwise.

The 6.4-magnitude Taiwan earthquake that hit Thursday on the heels of massive quakes in Haiti and Chile, has some worrying about a spike in seismic activity.

But there's no geological connection between those quakes, and nothing unusual in the number of recent big quakes, says Kuo Kai-wen, director of the Seismology Center of Taiwan's Central Weather Bureau.
"Because Haiti just happened, everyone's paying more attention to earthquakes," says Mr. Kuo. "But the activity is normal – it's not so scary."

IN PICTURES: Images from the Taiwan earthquake

About 64 injuries have been reported from Taiwan's quake, which hit about 250 miles south of Taipei at 8:18 am local time and was followed by several aftershocks. But it triggered power outages, halted high-speed rail service, and caused panic as people ran out of schools and homes.
Kuo says the Taiwan, Chile, and Haiti quakes involved different tectonic plates. Globally, he says, there's an average of one magnitude 8 or higher earthquake per year, some 17 magnitude 7 or higher quakes, and 170 to 180 of magnitude 6 or larger.
So far this year there's only been one quake higher than 8 – Chile's fearsome, 8.8 magnitude temblor. Last year there were 16 magnitude 7 or higher quakes, right at the average. And so far this year there have been three magnitude 7 or higher quakes, including Haiti's.
"From a global view, that's not especially a lot," says Kuo.
Taiwan is frequently rocked by quakes, experiencing one of magnitude 7 or higher every five years and a quake of magnitude 6 or higher every 100 days. "We've only had one like this so far this year, so that's still normal," says Kuo.
Kuo's numbers were from the Richter or "local" magnitude scale, which is slightly different from the "moment magnitude" scale used by the US Geological Survey.

Institute of International Education (IIE)

 

Introduction:
In response to the interest and inquiry of Dr. DV Gokhale, the Institute of International Education (IIE) has established The DV Gokhale International Grants/Loans in Statistics Program through donations and a bequest from Dr. Gokhale. This unique and much-needed program will provide grants and/or loans.
Eligibility requirements and candidate criteria:

• Indian undergraduate and graduate students to study statistics in the United States;
• American undergraduate and graduate students to study statistics and related subjects in India

Dr. DV Gokhale, Professor Emeritus of Statistics at the University of California at Riverside, received a Fulbright travel grant to study in the United States in the 1960s through IIE. This experience was one of the most important in his life, as it gave him the opportunity to study and make contacts in the United States. It eventually led to the move of Dr. Gokhale and his family to the United States, where they have been settled for the past 40 years.
In appreciation of his experience and with the desire to give other students and faculty this same opportunity, Dr. Gokhale would like to establish a grants program focused on helping Indian students to study statistics in the United States, American students to study statistics and related subjects in India and to enable faculty members in this field to participate in exchanges between the two countries.

Institute of International Education (IIE)- Dr.Gokhale international grants for graduates and undergraduate students

How to apply:
For more information and complete application details, please contact Becky Yi at byi@iie.org.
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The Reliance Dhirubhai Fellowship : Stanford MBA

Reliance Industries Limited has generously created the Reliance Dhirubhai Fellowhip to support Indian nationals living in India with financial need in obtaining an MBA at Stanford.

Each year, Stanford may award up to five Fellowships:

• Fellows will receive full financial support for the two-year Stanford MBA Program and for all fees associated with applying and attending.
• Reliance and Stanford are dedicated to developing the next generation of leaders in India who are committed to the country's human and socio-economic progress.
• Within two years of completing their Stanford MBA studies, Reliance Dhirubhai Fellows are required to return to India for a period of at least two years employment in the public or private sector.

Process and Evaluation Criteria

Apply for Reliance Dhirubhai Fellowship

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Apply to Stanford MBA Program

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Return to work in India

STAGE 1: Complete the Reliance Dhirubhai Fellowship application

Up to 50 Reliance Dhirubhai Fellows Finalists will be selected based on:

• Merit
• Commitment to developing India
• Financial need
  

STAGE 2: Reliance Dhirubhai Fellowship finalists complete the standard application process for the Stanford MBA Program

Please note: As part of the MBA admission process, Reliance Dhirubhai Fellowship finalists will be required to take the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT). Finalists will be issued a voucher good for one free GMAT exam. The RDF finalists will bear none of the costs associated with exams or application fees. However, if you have already taken or paid to take the GMAT, Stanford will not provide reimbursement.
Stanford may select up to five Reliance Dhirubhai Fellows from among the finalists based on its primary admission criteria:

• Intellectual vitality
• Demonstrated leadership potential
• Personal qualities and contributions

Timing

	The application deadline has passed for Fall 2010. The application for Fall 2011 will be available in mid-April 2010.
1 June 2010	Reliance Dhirubhai Fellowship application submission deadline
1 July 2010	Reliance Dhirubhai Fellowship finalists notified
1 July 2010-TBD*	Reliance Dhirubhai Fellowship finalists prepare for and take GMAT exam (and, if applicable, TOEFL/IELTS)
1 July 2010 -TBD*	Reliance Dhirubhai Fellowship finalists prepare and submit Stanford MBA application
December 2010	Stanford MBA Program notifies Reliance Dhirubhai Fellows
September 2011	Stanford MBA students matriculate
* TBD = To be determined

How do I submit a Reliance Dhirubhai Fellowship application?

The application (see table above for schedule) includes, among other things:

• Educational history and scores: 10th board exams, 12th board exams, Joint Entrance Exam (JEE), and/or Common Admission Test (CAT) if available
• Awards and honors (academic or social)
• Employment history and aspirations
• Resume/curriculum vitae (C.V.)
• 250-word essay question
• Individual financial information

The 2010 : Google Scholarship

Dr. Anita Borg devoted her adult life to revolutionizing the way we think about technology and dismantling barriers that keep women and minorities from entering computing and technology fields. Her combination of technical expertise and fearless vision continues to inspire and motivate countless women to become active participants and leaders in creating technology.

In her honor, Google is proud to honor Anita's memory and support women in technology with the 2010 Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship. Google hopes to encourage women to excel in computing and technology and become active role models and leaders in the field.
Google Anita Borg Scholarship recipients will each receive a $10,000 award for the 2010-2011 academic year. A group of female undergraduate and graduate students will be chosen from the applicant pool, and scholarships will be awarded based on the strength of each candidate's academic background and demonstrated leadership. All scholarship recipients and finalists will be invited to attend the Annual Google Scholars' Retreat in Mountain View, California in 2010.

e know how important a supportive peer network can be for a student's success. All Google scholarship recipients and finalists will be invited to visit Google headquarters in Mountain View, California for the 2010 Google Scholars' Retreat. The retreat will include workshops, speakers, panelists, breakout sessions and social activities scheduled over a 3-day period. Students will have the opportunity to explore the Googleplex and enjoy the San Francisco Bay Area as they get to know other talented computer science students from across the country. The Anita Borg Scholars and Finalists will be joined by the Google United Negro College Fund Scholars, the Google Hispanic College Fund Scholars, and the Google American Indian Science & Engineering Society Scholars and the Google Lime Scholars.
The 2010 Google Scholars' Retreat is tentatively planned for June 2010.

Who can apply?

Applicants must satisfy all of the following criteria to be eligible:

• be a female student entering her senior year of undergraduate study or be enrolled in a graduate program in the 2010-2011 academic year at a university in the United States;
• be enrolled in Computer Science or Computer Engineering program, or a closely related technical field as a full-time student for the 2010-2011 academic year;
• maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale or 4.5 on a 5.0 scale or equivalent in your current program.

Citizens, permanent residents, and international students are eligible to apply. Past applicants and finalists are also encouraged to re-apply. If you have any questions, please email anitaborgscholars@google.com.
The Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship is a global program. If you are a student who will not be enrolled at a university in the United States for the 2010-2011 academic year, please visit the Google Scholarships Homepage to learn more about our scholarship opportunities for students around the world.
Visit the Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship for First Years homepage to learn more about our scholarship opportunity for high school seniors.

Application process

Please complete the online application. If you are a first time user, you will need to register; if you are already registered, simply login!
You will also be asked to submit electronic versions of your resume, essay responses, transcripts, and name and email of your referrers. Please scan your transcripts and enrollment confirmation into electronic format (PDF format preferred for all requested documents).

Deadline to apply: Monday, February 1, 2010.

Questions? Visit the Frequently Asked Questions page (FAQ) or email us at anitaborgscholars@google.com.

Scholarships for Blind

American Foundation for the Blind

American Foundation For the Blind Scholarship

American Foundation for the Blind
R.L. Gillette Scholarship Fund
15 West 16th Street
New York, NY 10011 
Phone: 212-620-2055

Website/Home Page: http://www.afb.org/afb
Deadline date is: 06/01/1999
Number of awards: 2
Amount of award(s): $1000
Minimum GPA required is: 0
Maximum age to apply: 0
Only FEMALES may apply.
For citizens of this country(ies):

United States
Applications accepted from current:

College Freshmen
College Sophomores
College Juniors
Intended to be used during this year of study:

College Sophomores
College Juniors
College Seniors
This scholarship is based on/considers:

Academic Achievement
Essay
Recommendations and/or References
For students with this disability:

Blind
Only for students studying this major/area of study:

Creative Writing
Music

Additional Information:

Writing sample and/or music performance tape required. Also based on talent.

 

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The Student Academy Awards

The Student Academy Awards is a national competition conducted by the Academy and the Academy Foundation. Each year over 500 college and university film students from all over the United States compete for awards and cash grants, with films being judged in four categories: Animation, Documentary, Narrative and Alternative. An outstanding student filmmaker from outside the U.S. is honored each year as well. The presentation ceremony is a popular event that is annually attended by a capacity audience in the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater.

Through the Student Academy Awards, the Academy recognizes and encourages this country's most promising new filmmakers. Past winners include Spike Lee, Gary Nadeau, Bob Saget, Trey Parker and Oscar winners John Lasseter and Robert Zemeckis.

To extend the impact and honor beyond the competition, a compilation presentation of the gold medal award-winning films is circulated each year free of charge to educational and non-profit organizations nationwide, utilizing a grant from Eastman Kodak.

For further information contact: Richard Miller (rmiller@oscars.org) at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, 8949 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills,California 90211-1972. Tel: (310)247-3000 extension 131.

Applications for the 35th Annual Student Academy Awards are now available. Please visit the Application Information page to apply online.

The Asian Scholarship Foundation

The Asian Scholarship Foundation

The Asian Scholarship Foundation is located in Bangkok, Thailand. Its office address is at the 4th Floor, Vanissa Building, Chidlom, Ploenchit Road, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330. It has affiliate offices in Beijing and New Delhi, and partner offices in Hanoi, Jakarta and Manila.

The Foundation was placed under the Royal Patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn of Thailand on April 27, 2007. 

FUNDING AND ADMINISTRATION

ASF is funded by a grant from the Ford Foundation. Its office in Bangkok administers the ASIA Fellows Awards in the region with assistance from its affiliate and partner offices in Beijing, New Delhi, Manila, Hanoi, and Jakarta.

The ASF Board Management Committee (BMC) is composed of twelve educational and public leaders from the Northeast, South and Southeast Asia. The BMC selects the ASF fellows, oversees the program and makes policy decisions on behalf of the Board of Directors.

GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

The principal goal of the ASIA Fellows Awards is to increase the overall awareness of intellectual resources in the countries of Northeast , South and Southeast Asia and to contribute to the growth of long-range capabilities for cross-regional knowledge sharing. The ASIA Fellows Awards seek to develop regional expertise, to establish a multilateral network of Asian specialists from many disciplines, professional fields and countries, to stimulate interdisciplinary research and inter-societal comparison and to contribute to new developments within existing area studies communities.

The awards offer opportunities for outstanding young and mid-career level Asian scholars and professionals to gain knowledge of the countries in the region and a better understanding of the contexts that shape global and regional issues through research. They enable the awardees to conduct research in a participating Asian country for six to nine months.

FELLOWSHIP ACTIVITIES

ASIA Fellows awardees are placed at top-ranking research universities and non-academic institutions such as museums, archives or think tanks. Fellows are encouraged to identify preferred placements in their host countries. They are expected to engage in an organized field research in their selected host country.

Research projects must focus on only one country. Fellows are strongly encouraged to undertake some language training in their host country as part of facilitating their research project. They are also provided the opportunities to present guest lectures or to conduct seminars and workshops at the invitation of their host institutions.

Fellows may also apply for short-term travel awards to present their research results at overseas conferences and meetings.

All fellows are required to attend the Orientation Program and the ASIA Fellows’ Annual Conference in July each year where they present their research results to fellow awardees and to scholars from the country in which the conference is held. They are also required to start their work by the end of December each year. At the end of the fellowship, fellows must submit to the ASF office in Bangkok evidence of the results of their research project in the form of publications, photos or artistic works, audio/ video productions, etc.

For more details about this Scholarship & Fellowship Please visit : www.asianscholarship.org

McDonald’s Scholarship Program

The McDonalds Scholarship is a $1,000 grant, awarded to one student from each state and the District of Columbia. One student will be selected as the "McScholar of the Year" and receive $5,000.

An independent panel of educators selects winners based on academic achievement, involvement in the community, and their job performance.

Eligibility Criteria:

Must be a McDonald’s employee and work at least 15 hours a week.

Only high school seniors or students at an accredited institution can apply.

Usually the programs runs from January 1 to March 31.

Visit the official website here: McDonalds Scholarship Program

FAST TRACK SCHEME FOR YOUNG SCIENTISTS

The Department of Science and Technology, through Fast Track Scheme for Young Scientists, provides quick research funding to young scientists below the age of 35 years (relaxable by 5 years in the case of SC/ST/OBC, woman and physically handicapped category) to undertake independent research in newly emerging and frontier areas of science and engineering. The details of the scheme are as follows:-

OBJECTIVES

1. To provide quick research support to young scientists for pursuing exciting and innovative research ideas.
2. To provide opportunities for interaction and exchange of ideas with scientific community.
3. To involve young scientists in national S&T development process.

ELIGIBILITY

1. The applicant should possess any of the following degrees:-
(a) Ph.D in Basic Science (Life Science, Physical Science, Chemical Science, Earth & Atmospheric Science, Mathematical Science), Engineering/Technology, Medicine/Surgery, Pharmacy, Veterinary Science, Agricultural Science or equivalent.

(b) Masters degree in Engineering/Technology, Medicine/Surgery, Pharmacy, Veterinary, Agriculture or equivalent.

2. The candidate should be less than 35 years on the date on which the application is received in DST. However age relaxation of 5 years would be given to scientists belonging to SC/ST/OBC, Women and Physically Handicapped category.

FUNDING

1. The funding is provided up to a maximum of Rs.17.00 lakhs (excluding overhead charges) for a period not exceeding three years. If the proposed objectives can be achieved in less than three years, the budget may be reduced accordingly.
2. Funds are provided for equipments, consumables, travel and contingency. Additionally, the applicant if not holding a regular position or not drawing any other fellowship/stipend/salary, can draw a fellowship amount of Rs.20, 000/- per month (all inclusive). The fellowship amount is taxable. In cases, where the applicant is holding a regular position, he/she can seek a manpower at junior level (JRF, Project Assistant, etc.)
3. “Overhead Charges” @ 20% of the project cost will be provided to the implementing institution over and above the project cost. 

General Guidelines for Submission

1. The applicant should fulfill the eligibility criteria (education & age) as given under ‘Eligibility’.
2. The funding is upto a maximum of Rs.17.00 lakhs (excluding overheads) for a period not exceeding three years.
3. All care must be taken to write a good scientific proposal (A copy of the model proposal is put on the website for reference). The proposal should contain significant novelty and should lead to enrichment of scientific knowledge in the field. Routine extension of Ph.D or any other work will be discouraged. The candidates who are unemployed and drawing fellowship from the project are encouraged to choose the place of work different from the place where they have completed their Ph.D or other degree obtained in the immediate past.
4. Projects which involve Recombinant DNA work should be examined and certified by Institutional Biosafety Committee.
5. Projects, which are clinically oriented or projects, which involve experiments with human and/or animal material, should be examined and certified by Institutional Ethics Committee.
6. All the required information should be given in the text of the proposal itself and not as annexures.
7. Incomplete application and application lacking scientific/technical details will not be considered.
8. At the time of submission of proposals, it is not necessary to get it forwarded by any Institute/ Laboratory.
9. Ten (10) copies of the proposal, in the format given below, neatly typed on A-4 size paper, should be submitted to DST at any time during the year to the following address:

Head, SERC
Department of Science & Technology
Technology Bhavan, New Mehrauli Road
New Delhi-110016
Telefax: 011-26963695
Email: venktesh@nic.in
Website: www.serc-dst.org

Competition on Innovation for School students

The National Innovation Foundation (NIF), set up by the Department of Science and Technology, will conduct a competition on innovation, ‘Ignite ‘08’, for school students across 51 cities and towns of the country. 

Ignite ’08

The NIF has tied up with the Central Board of Secondary Education that has a network of over 8,000 schools across the country to participate in the event.

Over 10,000 schools and 50,000 students are expected to participate in the six-month innovation festival.

4 Segments:

The competition is divided into four segments. The first and second segments are about identifying problems in everyday life and suggesting solutions to them.

Project:

Participants should develop original solutions to the problems identified by them. If they have not been able to convert he solutions into project, they can even submit the idea.

Financial Support:

The foundation will give financial and mentoring support to complete the projects. The foundation will also apply for a patent on behalf of the student for deserving projects. 

Traditional Knowledge:

The third segment encourages children to document traditional knowledge and practices followed in the country especially in areas such as health, child care, women’s problems, clothes, cosmetics, hair care, construction and food processing.

Outstanding Attempts:

Students have to scout for innovations and outstanding attempts to solve problems, even if unsuccessful, in their neighbourhood as the fourth and the final segment.

Details:

The first phase of Ignite ’08 will cover seven cities – Chennai, Coimbatore, Tiruchi, Madurai, Kochi, Bangalore and Hyderabad.

For details, log on to www.nif.org.in or call: 94450 34003. 

Igenius Scholarship

About Scholarship 

 

In today's world, being a genius is much more than getting an A+.

For a complete personality development, extra-curricular skills are as important as academics. That's why, Max New York Life igenius scholarship programme encourages your little one to be an all-rounder. The aim of this scholarship is to help the children realise their intrinsic potential.

With no registration fees, this free programme offers your children an opportunity to win a scholarship of up to Rs. 20 Lakh.

If you believe your child has all-round brilliance, Max New York Life igenius Scholarship Programme offers you a chance to make the most of it now.

What is the igenius scholarship?

Designed by renowned quiz expert, Derek O’Brien, the igenius Scholarship Programme is a novel initiative to reward multi-faceted children who are brilliant at both academics and extracurricular activities. Through this programme, Max New York Life aims to nurture your child’s all-round personality development.

Who can participate?

This scholarship programme is open for all students from classes 3 to 8 of government recognized schools including private, public or national open schools all over India. Participants will be segmented into two categories - Juniors (Classes 3 to 5) and Seniors (Classes 6 to 8). Your child can register under a category on the basis of the class he/she will belong to as on April 1, 2010. 

Scholarship amount to be won

Scholarships ranging from Rs. 3000 to Rs. 20 lakh await your kid.
* Top First Scholarship – Rs. 20 Lakh each for the two categories

* 2nd Prize – 25 prizes of Rs. 1 Lakh for each of the two categories

* 3rd Prize – 120 prizes of Rs. 10,000/- for each of the two categories

*Consolation Prizes – 1500 prizes of Rs. 3,000/– for each of the two categories

Hurry! Encourage your children to participate in igenius Scholarship Programme and empower them with the tools for a brilliant tomorrow.

For more informations and details please visit : www.igenius.org

NASA Space Settlement Contest

This annual contest, co-sponsored by NASA Ames and the National Space Society (NSS) is for 6-12th graders (11-18 years old) from anywhere in the world. Individuals, small teams of two to six, and large teams of seven or more (often whole classrooms with teacher leadership) may enter. Grades 6-9 and 10-12 are judged separately, except for the grand prize. Students develop space settlement designs and related materials. These are sent to NASA Ames for judgement.

Submissions must be received by March 31. Contest Results will be posted on this site on April 30.

Submission

Use on line contest Entry Form and send hard copy of your work to:

Wenonah Vercoutere
MS 236-7
NASA Ames Research Center
Moffett Field, CA 94035

by March 31, 2010.

For more details visit : www.nas.nasa.gov

Answers.com Scholarship Program

Building the WikiAnswers worldwide Q&A community takes a lot of dedication and knowledge — and it doesn't only happen on the Answers.com site. Knowledge-sharing is a part of who we are every day, which is why Answers Corporation established the $20,000 Answers.com Scholarship Fund to provide funds for deserving students. 

What? The Answers.com Scholarship Program plans to award one $5,000 scholarship, two $2,500 scholarships, and ten scholarships valued at $1,000 each.

How? Sign in to Answers.com with your username and answer at least 50 questions of your choice after January 1, 2010. Then submit your application along with the 50 questions you answered. The panel of judges will review the answers for quality and accuracy to determine the winners.

Who? This scholarship is for students planning to be enrolled in undergraduate classes during the 2010-2011 academic year.

When? All materials must be submitted (and postmarked) by March 31, 2010. 

Below is a Q&A overview about the Answers.com Scholarship. Please refer to the application form for a full list of Q&A.

The administrator of the program is The Center for Scholarship Administration, Inc. (CSA), a non-profit, independent organization. For additional questions, please contact Allison Lee at allisonlee @ bellsouth.net (no spaces).  

Click here for submitting your profile.

Scholarship Do's and Don'ts

Top 10 Scholarship Do's
 
Scholarship judges may spend just a few precious minutes or even seconds reviewing your scholarship application. With such a finite amount of time to make a lasting impression on these important decision makers, it's crucial that you make the most of this opportunity. If not, your application may be on the fast track to the circular file. To help, here are the Top 10 Scholarship Do's that you must know to increase your chances of winning.

1. Get friendly with your own neighborhood . Your community is one of the biggest sources of scholarships. Find out about these kinds of awards by contacting your local chamber of commerce and by reading your community newspaper.

2. Choose quality over quantity . You'll need to prioritize which scholarships to apply for. Instead of trying to apply to as many scholarships as possible, try to apply to the scholarships that best fit your strengths, interests and qualifications.

3. Understand the purpose of the scholarship . Scholarships may be designed to encourage students to enter a specific career field, to reward students who contribute to their communities or to help underserved students enter higher education. Use this information to guide how you write your scholarship application.

4. Follow the directions . Make sure you take the time to ensure every “i” is dotted and “t” is crossed. Include all the information and forms requested, and answer every question.

5. Write an essay that demonstrates why you should win . The scholarship application gives the scholarship judges a sense of who you are and what's important to you. Think about what skills and qualities the scholarship judges seek and then describe how you match them.

6. Get feedback from editors . You can't write a strong scholarship essay in a vacuum, and editors are the best people to help. Friends, teachers and even parents can make great editors.

7. Proofread . No matter how strong of an applicant you are, it would be difficult for a scholarship judge to overlook spelling or grammatical errors. Proofread your application and essays carefully, and have your editors do the same.

8. Practice for interviews . Ask a friend or parent to do a mock interview with you to prepare for the real thing.

9. Ask your parents for help . Mom and Dad are capable of doing more than writing the tuition check. They can help you find scholarships, keep track of deadlines and give you feedback on your applications and essays.

10. Brag a little about yourself . You need to let your best self shine through in your scholarship applications – don't be bashful about discussing your accomplishments. 

Top 10 Scholarship Don'ts


Scholarship judges may spend just a few precious minutes or even seconds reviewing your scholarship application. With such a finite amount of time to make a lasting impression on these important decision makers, it's crucial that you make the most of this opportunity. If not, your application may be on the fast track to the circular file. To help, here are the Top 10 Scholarship Don'ts that you must know to increase your chances of winning.

1. Don't overlook your college financial aid officer or guidance counselor . Helping students pay for college is their job, and you should take advantage of the knowledge they've accumulated.

2. Don't ignore the Internet . Fire up the computer, and use free web-based scholarship searches like ours to find more scholarships.

3. Don't ignore small awards . When there are scholarships worth tens of thousands of rupees, you might think you shouldn't bother with the “small potato” awards. The truth is that a Rs.1,000 scholarship is Rs.1,000 less that you will need to come up with for college.

4. Don't think that you have to be an academic or athletic superstar to win . There are scholarships based on leadership, art, music, theatre, community service and more.

5. Don't be a victim of a scholarship scam . Never pay for a scholarship search, to apply for a scholarship or for a listing of awards. You can find scholarships on your own for free, and applying for a scholarship should always be free.

6. Don't use the shotgun approach . Remember that all organizations that award scholarships have different selection criteria. This means that the same application won't work for all of them.

7. Don't forget to answer the question in your essay . There's a reason why the scholarship organizations provide the essay questions. They want to know your answer. An essay can be very well written, but if it doesn't answer the question asked, then it's not going to win.

8. Don't wait until the last minute . You may think that you do your best work on the day before the deadline at 3 a.m. , but if you review your work you'll probably see that you don't. Take the pressure off, and allow yourself more time to complete an application.

9. Don't turn in an application that is incomplete . Scholarship organizations receive far more applicants than they can support. Don't give them a reason to take you out of the running for not having a complete application.

10. Don't think that it's impossible for you to win . Every student who has won a scholarship has thought this. And guess what? They won, and you can, too!