This spring the Office of Merit Scholarships is hosting workshops and information sessions focused on everything from starting the search process to statement writing. Undergraduates preparing to apply for scholarships or academic programs should find these sessions helpful. Please encourage your undergrads to connect with us!
APRIL SCHOLARSHIP SESSIONS
HONE YOUR STRATEGY
Getting Started with Undergraduate Scholarships
Learn about searching for scholarships that fit your interests and goals and bringing your strengths into application materials. We’ll also talk about how to write for your audience and think like a funder.
- Wednesday, April 6 | 5 p.m. | Join us on Zoom >
Scholarship Strategies for 1st, 2nd & 3rd Year Students
Get started on your scholarship search and application process by finding out what it takes to become a competitive candidate. We’ll share upcoming opportunities as well as some idea for the future!
- Tuesday, April 12 | 4 p.m. | Join us on Zoom >
Intro to Global Fellowships
Dive into the world of scholarships with us! There’s something for everyone in this session. We’ll split into breakout rooms so that you can learn about funded opportunities to study, research, and teach abroad.
- Wednesday, April 13| 4:30 p.m. | Join us on Zoom >
PREPARE TO WRITE
Personal Statement Writing Workshop
Learn tools, gain insights, and practice writing strategies in this writing workshop. Be ready to participate in a few writing exercises to help you get started. Writers at any stage in their process are welcome to attend!
- Thursday, April 7 | 4:30 p.m. | Join us on Zoom >
Get Your Ideas Flowing: Essays & CVs
Ready to work on a scholarship, grad school, or any other application but don’t know where to start? Join a fellowships advisor to talk about what the selection committees are really looking for and get a few ideas on paper. We’ll talk about how to make essays and activity descriptions stand out and give you a few tips to help get you started.
- Tuesday, April 19 | 5 p.m. | Join us on Zoom >
- Thursday, May 5 | 12 p.m. | Join us on Zoom >
CONNECT WITH AN ADVISER
Meet with an advisor and get feedback on your scholarship essays, talk through your ideas, or to talk about a specific scholarship or opportunity.