PhD Scholarship on Global Security at DIIS and SDU

As a part of a research project on Globality and Planetary Security, a PhD scholarship is available at the research unit on Defence and Security, Danish Institute for International Studies (DIIS), and the Department of Political Science and Public Management, University of Southern Denmark (SDU). The successful applicant will follow the PhD programme at SDU, but the primary workplace will be at DIIS in Copenhagen.

The scholarship is available for appointment for a period of 3 years as of May 1st, 2011 or soon thereafter. The PhD scholarship must be completed over a 3-year period and presupposes enrolment in the PhD programme in Political Science at the Faculty of Social Sciences at SDU.

Globality and Planetary Security is concerned with the articulation of total threats to the planet, particularly in relation to nuclear weapons and climate change. The project studies (i) the sociological, historical and conceptual underpinnings of globality and planetary security, and (ii) investigates the social and political consequences of invoking planetary (in)security in relation to total threats. The project is inspired by recent security theory, contemporary social theories of risk and modernity and critical theory.

The PhD project should focus on how notions of globality and planetary security inform or have informed debates about the nature and management of nuclear weapons in international politics. The project should relate this research to debates about contemporary and future nuclear policy options.

Applications should include a detailed description of the PhD project (PhD proposal) that reflects and develops the overarching research question defined above. The purpose of the PhD proposal is to define the research question in greater detail, including linking the research question to relevant theory, research design and strategies of analysis. The proposal should include a work schedule for the 3-year period and must not exceed 5 pages. A guide to writing a PhD proposal is located here.

Successful applicants must participate in a DIIS-SDU PhD programme that over the 3-year period will train the candidate and embed the project in the overall project entitled Globality and Planetary Security. The programme involves PhD courses, seminars, participation in conferences and workshops as well as participation in DIIS policy-relevant applied research and teaching at SDU. Moreover, the successful candidate is expected to participate in and contribute to the research environment at DIIS and SDU.

Applications are invited from candidates with a Master’s degree. Only candidates with top academic qualifications will be considered for enrolment.

For a description of the overall research project (Globality and Planetary Security) or for further information about the PhD scholarship and the project requirements, please contact Senior Researcher Rens van Munster, tel. +45 3269 8679, rmu@diis.dk, or Associate Professor Casper Sylvest, tel. +45 6550 4421, csy@sam.sdu.dk. For information about the PhD programme at the Faculty of Social Sciences, SDU, please see our web page: www.sdu.dk/sam/phduk. More information about this PhD programme can also be obtained from PhD coordinator Niels Ejersbo, niels@sam.sdu.dk.


Fill in the application form available on our web page www.sdu.dk/sam/phduk under the section Application forms for enrolment. Here, you will also find guidelines for preparing your project proposal within the PhD Programme for Political Science. The project description cannot exceed 5 pages. In addition to the full project description, an abstract of no more than 250 words must be included. Furthermore, you should submit a certified copy of your Master’s degree certificate including examination results, detailed CV, information on teaching experience or other forms of knowledge communication and if relevant, a list of publications. All non-Danish documents must be translated into English and certified.

With a view to promoting equal opportunities in academic positions, all interested persons are encouraged to apply regardless of age, gender, religious affiliation or ethnic background.

Please submit 6 copies of the application including enclosures according to the above requirements marked “position no. 351/556-115741”, to the University of Southern Denmark, The Faculty of Social Sciences, Campusvej 55, DK-5230 Odense M, Denmark. The application must reach SDU no later than March 28, 2011 at 12.00 noon.

Source: http://www.jobs.sdu.dk/vis_stilling.php?id=6409&lang=eng

Masters Degree Study Scholarships - 2011/12

The following MA Study Scholarships will be available for those commencing a full-time MA programme in the School of Education in 2011/12:

For Full-Time International Students
    * Up to 2 study scholarships each worth one half (50%) of the 2010/11 full-time annual tuition fee for international students
    * Closing date to be considered for a full-time international MA Study Scholarship - 31 March 2011.
    * If you have not been contacted by the School of Education by 30 April, you may assume you have no been awarded an MA Study Scholarship for 2011/12.

For Full-Time UK/EU Students
    * Up to 3 study scholarships each worth one half (50%) of the 2011/12 full-time annual tuition fee for UK/EU students
    * Closing date to be considered for for Full-time UK/EU MA Study scholarship - 31 May 2011
    * If you have not been contacted by the School of Education by 30 June, you may assume you have not been awarded an MA Study Scholarship for 2011/12.

You will be automatically considered for a School of Education scholarship if:

    * you fulfil the entry requirements of the MA programme
    * you have completed a separate scholarship request form or obtained one from the School of Education Admissions Office

Scholarships will be awarded:

    * on the basis of the strength of your application to the MA programme

For all MA Study Scholarships:

    * Receipt of the scholarship is conditional upon you commencing your period of study by registering no later than 1 October in the year the award is offered. Scholarships cannot be deferred to a later year.
    * If you are successful, you must confirm acceptance of your offer of a place on the MA programme and the scholarship award within 2 weeks of notification of the award otherwise the scholarship will be awarded to another student
    * Please note: you may still apply for a place on an MA programme in the School of Education after these dates although you will not be eligible to be considered for a scholarship.

See a list of the School of Education's taught postgraduate courses. As well as the School of Education's scholarships take a look at other University scholarships that may be available to you.


Source: http://www.education.leeds.ac.uk/prospective/scholarships.php#masters

Nordstrom Scholarship

Every year since 1994, Nordstrom has awarded college scholarships of $10,000 to hardworking high-school students with dreams of a higher education. Paid out in equal installments of $2,500 over four years to the college of their choice, Nordstrom Scholarships give bright, deserving kids the help they need to achieve their goals. Applying is easy; see below for details.

Qualifications
To Be Considered for a Scholarship, You Must Meet the Following Criteria
    * Be a high-school junior
    * Have and maintain a cumulative unweighted GPA of at least 2.7 (on a 4.0 scale) throughout your high-school career
    * Have participated in community/volunteer activities
    * Be planning to apply for financial assistance to attend college
    * Attend an accredited four-year college or university during all years for which the scholarship is awarded
    * Maintain a cumulative unweighted GPA of at least 2.7 (on a 4.0 scale) throughout your college career
    * Be eligible to attend a four-year college or university in the United States
    * Live and attend school in one of the participating geographic areas designated by Nordstrom
    * Not have a conviction for any crime

Details
How the Scholarships Are Awarded
Entries are reviewed by regional selection committees, made up of local community leaders, and all finalists are then interviewed in person. Scholarship winners are informed by the end of October.
How to Apply

Apply online between March 15 (add reminder to calendar) and May 16, 2011, by following the application site link, which will become available during that time period. Check back on March 15 to apply.
For Counselors

The Nordstrom Scholarship application process is now primarily an online experience. Please encourage students to apply directly at the website mentioned above.


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CHCI Scholarship

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Application Deadline for the 2011 Scholarship Awards: April 16, 2011

CHCI Scholarship Program Mission
The mission of CHCI Scholarship Program is to provide critical financial assistance that will increase graduation rates among Latino students in post-secondary education.

CHCI Scholarship Program Description
CHCI's scholarship opportunities are afforded to Latino students in the United States who have a history of performing public service-oriented activities in their communities and who demonstrate a desire to continue their civic
engagement in the future. There is no GPA or academic major
requirement. Students with excellent leadership potential are
encouraged to apply.

CHCI scholarships provide recipients with a one time scholarship of:

    * $1,000 community college or AA/AS granting institution
    * $2,500 4-year academic institution
    * $5,000 graduate-level institution

Scholarship awards are intended to provide assistance with tuition, room and board, textbooks, and other educational expenses associated with college enrollment.

In an effort to ensure the progress of scholarship recipients and encourage completion of the postsecondary program, each scholarship award is divided over the number of years required for graduation. (i.e. a $2,500 scholarship for a college freshman will be distributed in four equal installments of $625 a year).

Students continue to receive annual disbursements as long as they maintain good academic standing. CHCI manages the disbursement of the scholarships; an annual check is sent directly to recipients.

Eligibility Criteria
    * Full-time enrollment in a United States Department of Education accredited community college, four-year university, or graduate/professional program during the period for which scholarship is requested
    * Demonstrated financial need
    * Consistent, active participation in public and/or community service activities
    * Strong writing skills
    * U.S. citizenship or legal permanent residency

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