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 (gvsu.edu)
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
An Introduction to Schwarzman Scholars with Alumni (Webinar)
July 2, 2024 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Join Schwarzman Scholars Admissions team members in a 40-minute webinar as they discuss the program and selection process. Schwarzman Scholars is a fully-funded, one-year master’s degree and...
Fulbright U.S. Student Program Overview: World Regions (Webinar)
July 2, 2024 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
As applicants select their award, either English Teaching Assistantship or Study/Research, they also must choose a host country or location. In addition to reviewing the general requirements of the...
Writing Workshop for all August 16 Deadline Fellowships (Fulbright, Marshall, Rhodes)
July 7, 2024 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
You should have your essays for the Fulbright, Marshall and/or Rhodes Fellowships well underway! The internal GVSU deadline is August 16. It's not too late for feedback and guidance! If...
Knight-Hennessy Scholars Virtual Information Session
July 8, 2024 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Overview In this session, an admission officer provides an overview of Knight-Hennessy Scholars, the admission process, and the application via Zoom. The session includes a presentation, and a Knight-Hennessy...
Your Future with Fulbright: Global Pathways for Hispanic and Latinx Scholars (Webinar)
July 9, 2024 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
This is the last webinar of the "Your Future with Fulbright" series and we are featuring Fulbright Alumni with Hispanic/Latinx backgrounds. We'll have the opportunity to hear about their...
Upcoming Deadlines
English Language Fellow Program (Final Deadline)
July 1, 2024 All Day
The English Language Fellow Program sends experienced U.S. TESOL professionals on paid teaching assignments at universities and other academic institutions around the world. As a U.S. Department...
Christianson Fellowship
July 15, 2024 All Day
The InterExchange Foundation Christianson Fellowship awards up to $10,000 to young Americans who are passionate about helping communities abroad thrive and are eager to learn about the local culture....
TEACH Fellowship in Taiwan Deadline
July 31, 2024 All Day
The Institute of International Education (IIE) and the Association of International Cultural and Educational Exchange Taiwan (AICEE, Taiwan) are looking for outstanding certified/licensed...
Peace Corps Fall Deadline (for late winter / early spring departures)
August 1, 2024 All Day
Changing lives the world over The Peace Corps is a service opportunity for motivated changemakers to immerse themselves in a community abroad, working side by side with local leaders to tackle the...
Marshall Fellowship Internal Deadline
August 16, 2024 All Day
Marshall Scholarships finance young Americans of high ability to study for a degree in the United Kingdom. Up to fifty Scholars are selected each year to study at the graduate level at a UK institution...
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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