[Econmaj] Various announcements/information/scholarships

[Ahna Kotila]

This email contains information on the following:
*Scholarship notification - UW Retirement Association
*Evans School of Public Affairs application info session
*Thomas More Scholarship Program for Public Interest Law
*Washington Sea Grant Science Writing Fellowships 2009 - call for applications
*Volunteer at 16th Annual Martin Luther King Jr Math and Science Celebration at Pacific Science Center


The University of Washington Retirement Association announces the availability of up to four scholarships of at least $3,000 for UW students (undergraduate or graduate) studying toward careers that focus on aging-related research or provision of services to older adults. 

Awards are based on demonstrated promise and financial need.

Applications are available on-line, at 
http://depts.washington.edu/retiremt/uwra. Click on 'Scholarships and Fellowships' under What We Offer on the left side of the home page. Scroll down to find the link to the downloadable PDF application form. Print the application form.

Applications, including additional information requested, must be complete to be considered. Deadline for applications is February 2, 2009. Submit complete applications to Scholarship Services Office, Room 172 Schmitz Hall. 

Awards are credited to student accounts in Spring 2009.

Questions? Contact the UWRA office by emailing retiremt at u.washington.edu or calling 206-543-8600.
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Dear UW students,
 
If you have been thinking about applying to the Evans School of Public Affairs to start next year it is not too late.  We are hosting one more application question and answer sessions before the January 15th deadline.
  
If you have already started the application, or have specific questions about the admission process please join us for an application question and answer session.
 
·         Thursday, January 8, 2009 from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. in Parrington Hall room 120
 
Detailed instructions about the application process can be found here:
http://www.evans.washington.edu/prospective-students/apply 
 
Our curriculum prepares students for a professional career in public service.  All students start with core classes focused on management and analysis.  Our interdisciplinary curriculum allows students to focus in a relevant area of specialization.  Common areas of specialization include, but are not limited to: 
·         International affairs 
·         Nonprofit management 
·         Environmental & natural resource management 
·         Urban planning 
·         Education and social policy 
·         Poverty studies 
·         Public, private partnerships
·         Policy analysis
·         Health policy
·         Leadership & decision making
 
If you would like to learn more but cannot attend a session listed above we would be happy to set up an individual meeting with you.  Do not hesitate to contact us at evansrec at u.washington.edu or 206.543.4900
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Gonzaga Law School's Thomas More Scholarship Program provides a unique opportunity for students to realize their commitment to serving the public interest through law. 

 Each year, a small number of entering first-year students are awarded full tuition Scholarships so that they may pursue careers in public service unencumbered by substantial law school debt.  The Scholarships are awarded for one year, but are readily renewable.  Interested students and advisors should visit our website for application materials and to learn more about Gonzaga's Thomas More Scholarship Program.  http://www.law.gonzaga.edu/Academic-Program/thos_more/default.asp   Scholarship applications are due March 1.   School of Law applications should be submitted no later than February 1.
 
Thank you,
Megan J. Ballard
Associate Professor
Co-Director, Thomas More Scholarship Program
Gonzaga University School of Law
P.O. Box 3528
Spokane, WA 99220
509/313-3752
mballard at lawschool.gonzaga.edu
 
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 Applications are invited for the Washington Sea Grant (WSG) Science 
Writing Fellowship for Winter and Spring Quarters 2009.

WSG is seeking outstanding candidates to work on the development of a 
variety of communication products about Sea Grant projects and issues in 
marine-related research, education, and outreach.

The fellow would work closely with the WSG Communications program and UW 
science writing instructor Dr. Deborah Illman on activities that may 
involve development of newsletter articles, content for brochures and 
reports, Web content, or other materials to be determined in conjunction 
with WSG personnel. The fellow would be expected to spend 8 to 10 hours 
per week on these activities. Background information on Washington Sea 
Grant is available at http:// wsg.washington.edu/

One candidate for each of Winter and Spring Quarters will be selected for 
the fellowship, which will provide a stipend of $1,000 for the quarter.

Upper division undergraduate and graduate students are eligible to apply. 
Applicants should forward a resume, two writing samples, and a cover 
letter outlining how this experience would further the fellow's goals, to 
Deborah Illman, search committee chair, at illman at u.washington.edu, Box 
357940.

Applications are due on or before January 14, 2009 for the Winter Quarter 
fellowship; on or before February 18, 2009 for the Spring Quarter 
fellowship.
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16th Annual 
Martin Luther King Jr. 
Math and Science Celebration 
at the 
Pacific Science Center
 
Thursday, January 15th, 2009
8:30-1:30 pm
 
 
450-fourth and fifth graders from five Seattle area elementary schools will attend the celebration. UW student volunteers will serve as tour guides for the event, leading groups of children through the PSC exhibits and a laser show. UW student volunteers also play the role of mentor to young children who may not see college in their future. The school children will also hear a motivational presentation from a professional & student who will speak about the importance of education, overcoming barriers as well as an array of opportunities that exist in math science, technology and engineering. 
 
The event, held each January, honors the work and achievements of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The Math and Science Celebration was founded by Dr. Constance Rice in 1992. The program is sponsored by Microsoft and coordinated by Seattle Public Schools, Engineering Advising & Diversity Center,  and the Pacific Science Center.
 
To Volunteer please register at: https://catalysttools.washington.edu/webq/survey/dass/66618
 
Thanks
 
Rahel Gebreab
Engineering Advising Diversity Center
Phone: 206-685-8361
rahel at u.washington.edu


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Ahna Kotila
Academic Counselor, Lead
Department of Economics
University of Washington
413 Condon Hall, Box 353330
Seattle, WA  98195-3330
akotila at u.washington.edu
(206) 685-2026
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