Student named as Truman Scholarship Finalist
Nancy Hoogwerf, a junior studying political science, served as an intern in the office of U.S. Rep. Hillary Scholten in the fall.
Mar 19, 2024
Welcome to the Frederik Meijer Office of Fellowships
Our Mission Statement: The Frederik Meijer Office of Fellowships, located within the Center for Undergraduate Scholar Engagement (CUSE), provides support for undergraduates, graduate students, and GVSU alumni to pursue inter/nationally competitive fellowships in all majors or areas of study. Many awards we support specifically target underrepresented students in higher education. We welcome alumni and work frequently with alumni applicants.
Our office is here to:
- Work with qualified students and alumni to identify awards best suited to their goals
- Help students develop an action plan for long-term goals (encouraging them to participate in study abroad, pursue second language acquisition, engage in sustained, effective volunteer service, take on leadership roles, engage in undergraduate research, and more)
- Help fellowship applicants navigate the application process in order to produce the most competitive proposals possible
- Provide intensive advising and feedback on drafts of application essays
How to Apply - Frederik Meijer Office of Fellowships - Grand Valley State University (mmmukg.com)
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Kobe Wright '24
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Kobe Wright '24 (Film and Video). Kobe received the Freeman-Asia Scholarship for study in Japan in Fall 2023. In the course of this semester, Kobe's self-confidence and cross-cultural communicative skills increased as he studied Japanese, immersed himself in his host culture, formed new friendships and found inspiration for his career as an artist.
The Freeman-ASIA program is designed to support U.S.-based undergraduates with demonstrated financial need who are planning to study abroad in East or Southeast Asia.
Events
Boren Award "Ask Us Anything" Webinar
December 9, 2024 3:00 PM
Are you interested in learning one of the less commonly taught languages? Are you committed to study-abroad in an intensive, immersive language program for a semester or a year? Curious about fellowship...
Emerson Hunger Fellowship & Zero Hunger Internship Information Session
December 11, 2024 2:00 PM
The Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellowship develops effective leaders in the movement to end hunger and poverty in the U.S. During their year in the program fellows develop their leadership skills...
Boren Award "Crafting Competitive Essays" Webinar
December 16, 2024 1:00 PM
Are you interested in learning one of the less commonly taught languages? Are you committed to study-abroad in an intensive, immersive language program for a semester or a year? Curious about fellowship...
FAO Schwarz Fellowship Information Session
January 16, 2025 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
FAO Schwarz Fellows work at high-impact nonprofit organizations in Boston, New York City and Philadelphia. These organizations are all deeply valued in their communities and have a strong record of...
University of Michigan UM-SMART Summer Undergraduate Research Program Information Session
February 5, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
UM-SMART is a 10-week summer undergraduate research program sponsored by the University of Michigan Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP, which is an MD/PhD program) on the medical campus of the...
Upcoming Deadlines
Gifford Courage Fellowship Deadline
December 10, 2024 All Day
Giffords launched the Courage Fellowship program in 2018 with the goal of empowering young advocates by helping to develop leadership skills and providing opportunities to fight for lifesaving...
Cultural Vistas Fellowship Deadline
December 11, 2024 All Day
The Cultural Vistas Fellowship provides up to 15 U.S. university students the opportunity to enrich their academic learning through professional internship and immersion experiences in Argentina, Germany...
Homeland Security Professional Opportunities for Student Workforce to Experience Research (HS-POWER) Deadline
December 15, 2024 All Day
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate Office of University Programs sponsors the Professional Opportunities for Student Workforce to Experience...
Public Policy Fellowship Program - CONGRESSIONAL HISPANIC CAUCUS INSTITUTE
December 15, 2024 All Day
Begin your path toward becoming one of our nation’s future Latino changemakers. Recent college graduates can take advantage of this paid fellowship, which opens doors for talented young...
Clinton Global Initiative Fellowship (CGI Fellowship)
December 20, 2024 All Day
The CGI Fellowship supports emerging and established entrepreneurs actively implementing social impact initiatives. Each year, 25 fellows are selected to develop “Commitments to Action”—specific,...
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GVNext News
Graduate raising funds for victims of Turkey earthquake
A dream trip to Turkey became a harrowing experience for recent graduate Katie Hoffswell and prompted her and friends to organize a fundraising campaign to benefit survivors of the devastating earthquakes.
Mar 16, 2023
Students receive Gilman Scholarships to study abroad
Nearly 3,000 undergraduate students across the country were selected to receive a Gilman International Scholarship. Gilman Scholars will study or intern in 91 countries through April 2023.
May 10, 2022
Graduate student earns Fulbright Award to teach in Turkey
Katie Hoffswell, a graduate student in the College Student Affairs Leadership program, will spend next fall in Turkey teaching English, thanks to her Fulbright Award.
Apr 27, 2022
Chemistry student named recipient of Goldwater Scholarship
Junior Georgia Sands becomes the fourth Grand Valley student since 2019 to receive the competitive Goldwater Scholarship.
Apr 5, 2022
Grand Valley among nation's leaders in Fulbright Scholars
The Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program encourages academic collaboration between U.S. faculty and international colleagues.
Mar 24, 2022