Fall 2019 Fellowship Events
The Office of Undergraduate Research and Fellowships is proud to announce its slate of Fall 2019 Workshops and Information Sessions. We hope to see you there. Please register, and let us know you’re coming!
FALL 2019 FELLOWSHIP EVENTS
Fulbright Fellowship Fall Writing Workshops
- September 4, 2019, 5:30 PM – 7:00PM
- September 12, 2019, 5:30PM – 7:00PM
- September 19, 2019, 5:30PM – 7:00PM
Register for all the above here.
This is a workshop for those who have submitted an application for our internal deadline for the US Fulbright Program. Now that applicants have completed their drafts for internal review, we’ll continue to work Northeastern’s applicants on polishing materials in advance of the national deadline in October.
NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Information Session
September 11, 2019, 5:30PM, Register
Huskies planning to head to graduate school in the STEM fields in fall 2020, should plan to apply for the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship (NSF GRFP). With a mission to “ensure the vitality of the human resource base of science and engineering in the United States and reinforces its diversity,” the NSF GRFP recognizes and supports outstanding graduate students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics disciplines who are pursuing research-based Master’s and doctoral degrees. In this information session, we’ll discuss the basics of this and similar awards and take you through the basics of how to craft a successful application.
Research and Creative Endeavor @Northeastern Information Session
September 18, 2019, 5:30PM, Register
Discover the extensive research and creative endeavor project opportunities available to Northeastern undergraduates through the Office of Undergraduate Research and Fellowships, from cultivating mentors to securing funds to sharing results and figuring out next steps. Learn how to get involved, funded, and find the right resources with our office.
Cultivating a Faculty Mentor Workshop
September 24, 2019, 5:30PM, Register
Strong mentoring relationships are essential for success in research and creative endeavor, as well as graduate school and fellowship applications. But mentoring isn’t only about what you can get—it’s about building long-term, mutual relationships. Learn how to identify and approach potential mentors, be a gracious mentee, and cultivate your connection into the future.
Showcase of UG Research & Creative Endeavor (SOURCE)
September 25, 2019, 6:00PM
Connect with 100+ faculty from across the university seeking undergraduate collaborators. Learn how to get involved in exciting, innovative projects! All Huskies are invited – don’t miss it!
Location: Curry Student Center, Indoor Quad, Pit, and Ballroom
Making Your Case, Working with the Library Workshop
October 3, 2019, 5:30PM, Register
Meet the dedicated staff and discover specialized resources—from 100,000 e-journals, to 30 years of recordings of Boston alt-rock station WFNX, to the archives of queer performance group The Theatre Offensive–that will help you conduct smart, targeted searches of our vast collections to find the essential sources in your field of endeavor. Bring a laptop if you have one.
Goldwater STEM Research Scholarship Information Sessions
October 8, 2019, 12PM and 5:30PM, Register
The Barry Goldwater Scholarship provides funding for outstanding students in the STEM fields interested in pursuing research careers. Sophomores and juniors with excellent academic records and records of achievement in STEM research, come join the Office of Undergraduate Research and Fellowships to learn about the Northeastern process of applying for this premier recognition.
Carnegie Endowment International Affairs Junior Fellowship Information Session
October 9, 2019, 5:30PM, Register
Unique paid, full-time, benefits-eligible opportunity to provide research assistance to senior scholars working at leading international policy think tank, the Carnegie Endowment. Open to outstanding seniors or recent graduates with no graduate experience and with authorization to work in the U.S.
Truman Public Service Scholarship Information Sessions
October 10, 2019, 12PM and 5:30PM, Register
The Truman Scholarship recognizes and funds graduate study up to $30,000 for America’s future leaders pursuing public service-related graduate degrees. Junior-level Huskies who are future senators, community organizers, public health workers, and anyone with the commitment and passion to make the world a better place are invited to learn more!
National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship (NSF GRFP) Application Writing Workshop
October 15, 2019, 5:30PM, Register
Huskies planning to head to graduate school in the STEM fields in fall 2020 should also plan apply for the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship. For this workshop, come prepared with a full draft of your application – we will review successful efforts from previous winners and work in groups to hone your materials for your final deadlines.
Boren and Critical Language Study Abroad Scholarships: Information Session
October 16, 2019, 12PM, Register
The Boren and the Critical Language Scholarship both offer substantial financial support for international study of critical languages less commonly taught in U.S. schools and vital to the national interest. Learn which award might be right for you and how to craft a successful application.
Developing a Research Question or Creative Problem Workshop
October 16, 2019, 5:30PM, Register
All research and creative endeavors revolve around a central research question, but how do you narrow down your interests and articulate an effective one? This workshop will help you through the process of identifying issues of significance and developing questions that are narrow, feasible, and help fill the gaps in your discipline.
Ethical Conduct of Research and Creative Endeavor Workshop
October 22, 2019, 5:30PM, Register
Research and creative projects must be both intellectually rigorous and also ethically sound: protecting human subjects, respecting animals, and treating our peers, collaborators, and communities with respect. This session covers both fundamental principles and the specifics of the Institutional Review Board (IRB) and the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC).
Formulating a Project Proposal Workshop
October 30, 2019, 5:30PM, Register
You’ve developed a question, researched the background, devised the methods—but how do you communicate the elements of your project effectively to an external reviewer? This session covers the construction of a compelling—and, hopefully, winning—project proposal.
Finalizing Your Grad School Application
November 12, 2019, 5:30PM, Register
Don’t let your grad school application deadlines sneak up on you, join us for this writing workshop to get a good solid look on your final drafts before you send your applications out into the world. We’ll work in small teams to help you put your best foot forward in this important next step. Those working in all disciplines and with any degree-aspiration welcome.
Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Workshop
November 13, 2019, 5:30PM, Register
The National Science Foundation funds a large number of research opportunities for undergraduate students. Typically, an REU will see a group of ten or so undergraduates working in the research programs of a wide variety of host institutions, either in the US or abroad. Each student is associated with a specific research project, where they work closely with faculty and other researchers. Students are granted stipends and, in many cases, assistance with housing and travel. Come learn more about these great opportunities, how to find a right fit, craft an application, and solicit references.
Udall Environment and Native American Nations Scholarship Information Session
December 3, 2019, 12PM and 5:30PM, Register
Care about climate change? Clean water and air? Native American and tribal issues? Come learn more about the Morris K. Udall and Stewart K. Udall Scholarship for Environmental Leadership. For college sophomores and juniors with passions for leadership, public service, and commitment to issues related to Native American nations or to the environment.