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Getting Started: Truman | When: Monday, April 15, 2024 at 4:00 pm Learn how to apply for the Truman Scholarship – for juniors who plan to pursue a career in public service. Get your questions answered and spend time working on your application materials with the national fellowship team. |
Getting Started: NSF GRFP | When: Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 3:00 pm Learn how to apply for the National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Research Fellowship, for students pursuing a graduate degree in a STEM or social science field. Get your questions answered and spend time working on your application materials with the national fellowship. |
Communicating Your Scholarly Identity | When: Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 7:00 pm Connecting the dots between your research interests, personal experience, and professional activities is a key part of any job, postdoc, or fellowship application. This interactive workshop will help you identify and articulate your distinct scholarly identity and teach you how to tell a cohesive story connecting your values, research, and service. |
Fulbright 101: Awards for Study, Research, Creative Arts or English Teaching Abroad | When: Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 2:00 PM Interested in teaching English, doing research, practicing a creative art or going to graduate school abroad? Join this info session to learn more about the program, what makes a strong application, and how USC can support you through the process! Open to graduating seniors, graduate student and recent alumni. |
Getting Started: Foreign Service Awards | When: Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at 1:00 pm Planning to apply for a foreign service graduate fellowship this year? This workshop will help you get started on your application. |
Getting Started: NSF GRFP | When: Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at 7:00 pm Learn how to apply for the National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Research Fellowship, for students pursuing a graduate degree in a STEM or social science field. Get your questions answered and spend time working on your application materials with the national fellowship. |
Getting Started: Goldwater | When: Thursday, April 4, 2024 at 4:00 pm Learn how to apply for the Goldwater Scholarship – THE award for sophomores and juniors who plan to pursue a research career in a STEM field. Get your questions answered and spend time working on your application materials with the national fellowship team. |
Applying to PhD programs | When: Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at 7:00 pm Are you a current master’s or professional student considering applying for a PhD? Come learn how PhD programs differ from other types of graduate degree programs and how to prepare to apply. This workshop will help you navigate the application process, understand funding, and learn the key factors to consider when choosing a program. |
Planning for Postdocs | When: Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 7:00 pm Are you considering a postdoctoral position after finishing your doctorate? This workshop will provide an overview of the What, Why, When, and How of postdocs. Learn about different types of postdocs, where and when to find them, how to apply, and how to make the most of your experience as a postdoc. |
Planning for Postdocs | When: Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 12:00 PM Are you considering a postdoctoral position after finishing your doctorate? This workshop will provide an overview of the What, Why, When, and How of postdocs. Learn about different types of postdocs, where and when to find them, how to apply, and how to make the most of your experience as a postdoc. |
Planning Your Graduate School Experience | When: Thursday, March 14, 2024 at 7:00 pm What should your CV or resume look like by the time you finish your graduate program? Learn to start building the track record as a grad student that will take you to your desired profession. This workshop will help you map out a practical personal development plan for gaining the academic and professional skills you need for your future career during your graduate program. |
National Fellowships and Scholar Programs
Workshops Offered
Workshops are offered to dive into the details of application for a specific award. Information Sessions are an overview of a variety of fellowships around a particular theme. We offer these in both in-person and virtual formats. Please join us at any of our upcoming sessions.