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)
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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
In Person Office Hours in Padnos International Center
January 9, 2025 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The Graduate Assistant for the Frederik Meijer Office of Fellowships, Katie Jones, will have walk-in Office Hours every Thursday from 1:00-3:00 PM in the Padnos International Center, Lake Ontario Hall. Stop...
In Person Office Hours in Padnos International Center
January 16, 2025 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The Graduate Assistant for the Frederik Meijer Office of Fellowships, Katie Jones, will have walk-in Office Hours every Thursday from 1:00-3:00 PM in the Padnos International Center, Lake Ontario Hall. Stop...
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...
In Person Office Hours in Padnos International Center
January 23, 2025 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The Graduate Assistant for the Frederik Meijer Office of Fellowships, Katie Jones, will have walk-in Office Hours every Thursday from 1:00-3:00 PM in the Padnos International Center, Lake Ontario Hall. Stop...
In Person Office Hours in Padnos International Center
January 30, 2025 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The Graduate Assistant for the Frederik Meijer Office of Fellowships, Katie Jones, will have walk-in Office Hours every Thursday from 1:00-3:00 PM in the Padnos International Center, Lake Ontario Hall. Stop...
Upcoming Deadlines
English Language Fellow Program (Priority Deadline)
December 31, 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...
Mickey Leland International Hunger Fellowship
December 31, 2024 All Day
The Mickey Leland International Hunger Fellowship trains emerging leaders in the movement to end hunger worldwide. Each class of twelve to fifteen dedicated fellows develops the tools and skills they...
Peace Corps Winter Deadline
January 1, 2025 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...
Gilman-McCain International Scholarship January Deadline
January 4, 2025 All Day
The John S. McCain International Scholarship for Military Families (Gilman-McCain Scholarship) provides awards of $5,000 for child and spousal dependents of active or activated United States military...
Humanity in Action Democracy Fellowship Deadline
January 5, 2025 All Day
Humanity in Action launched the Fellowship in 2020, originally in partnership with the Alfred Landecker Foundation, as the Landecker Democracy Fellowship. In 2024, the program transitioned to become...
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Faculty Colleagues - Fellowships Primer and Referral Process
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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