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March 2016

The NISO News Network is a monthly publication of Purdue's National and International Scholarships Office (NISO), bringing news and opportunities to the attention of students interested in pursuing distinguished and highly competitive scholarships.

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RHODES, MARSHALL, MITCHELL, GATES CAMBRIDGE AND CHURCHILL SCHOLARSHIP INFO SESSIONS

Next Week, Mar. 1-3, 2016

Purdue�s very top students with outstanding intellectual ability and a rich r�sum� get ready for a Rhodes Scholarship, Marshall Scholarship, Mitchell Scholarship, Gates Cambridge Scholarship, or Churchill Scholarship. These programs are for graduate degrees at Cambridge, Oxford and other prestigious universities in the UK and Ireland. Boilermakers who have received these scholarships (remoting in from abroad) or interviewed with the national finalist committees will tell their peers about the application process and its rewards.

Email [email protected] if you are off campus and want to take part remotely.

Full List of Events

Which UK or Ireland Awards Fit My Goals?

Tuesday, Mar. 1, 2016, 5pm in BRNG 1284

Each scholarship has a unique profile. This session gives an overview of the awards to help students assess which meet their individual goals.

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Churchill Scholarship

Tuesday, Mar. 1, 2016, 5:45pm in BRNG 1284

Current Churchill Scholar and Purdue alumna Emily Erickson will Skype in to talk about her application experience and graduate school at Cambridge. This scholarship funds one-year graduate programs in the sciences, engineering, and mathematics at Churchill College, University of Cambridge.

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Gates Cambridge Scholarship

Tuesday, Mar. 1, 2016, 7pm in BRNG 1284

Outstanding intellectual ability, leadership, and a commitment to improving the lives of others are key qualities of a Gates Cambridge Scholar. This session will help you assess if you would be a good fit with this scholarship in any major at University of Cambridge. Open to all non-UK citizens.

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Rhodes Scholarship

Wednesday, Mar. 2, 2016, 5:45pm in BRNG 1284

Rhodes Scholarship Finalist and current Purdue senior Brenda Ramirez will speak about the application process and unravels the mysteries of being a finalist. Your work at Purdue and beyond can bring a Rhodes Scholarship within reach. This scholarship for study at University of Oxford fits students with demonstrated leadership potential and commitment to the common good.

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Mitchell and Marshall Scholarships Info Session

Thursday, Mar. 3, 2016, 5:45pm in BRNG 1284

Current Mitchell Scholar and Purdue alumnus Milad Alucozai will Skype in to talk about the experience of applying for competitive scholarships and now being in Ireland. The Mitchell Scholarship funds a one-year graduate degree in the Republic of Ireland. Future American leaders connect to Ireland on a Mitchell Scholarship while fostering intellectual achievement and a commitment to community and service.

Alucozai will also speak of his experience as a Marshall Scholarship Finalist. The Marshall funds graduate level study for future leaders who will further US-UK relations through study at any UK institution and into their future careers.

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Schwarzman Scholarship Info Session

Tues, March 29, 5:30-7pm in BRNG 1284

Scharzman Scholars representative Christian Tanja guest speaker.

The Schwarzman Scholars program gives top academic achievers from any nation the opportunity to develop their leadership skills through a fully-funded one-year Master�s Degree at Tsinghua University in China. Students of any major pursue a degree in Public Policy, Economics and Business, or International Studies in English-language classes. Class of 2017 undergraduates apply now for 2017-18 study in Beijing.

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Events Calendar

Mar. 1: NISO Drop-In Hours
1-3pm | Duhme Hall 134
Mar. 1: Which UK or Ireland Awards Fit My Goals?
5pm | BRNG 1284 | RSVP
Mar. 1: Churchill Scholarship Info Session
5:45pm | BRNG 1284 | RSVP
Mar. 1: Gates Cambridge Scholarship Info Session
7pm | BRNG 1284 | RSVP
Mar. 2: Rhodes Scholarship Info Session
5:45pm | BRNG 1284 | RSVP
Mar. 3: Mitchell and Marshall Scholarships Info Session
5:45pm | BRNG 1284 | RSVP
Mar. 5: Freshman Workshop
9am-12pm | Third Street Suites Conference Room | RSVP
Mar. 22: Leadership for Scholarships Workshop
6pm | BRNG 1284 | RSVP
Mar. 23: Scholarship Resume Workshop
6pm | BRNG 1284 | RSVP

Freshman Workshop

Saturday, Mar. 5, 9am-12pm in Third Street Suites Conference Room

In this activity-based workshop, find out how you can set your academic path and career on the right trajectory. Learn about prestigious scholarships and discover if they are in line with your goals. Start now to get where you want to be. RSVP by Feb 29.

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Leadership for Scholarships

Tuesday, Mar. 22, 6-7:30pm in BRNG 1284

Work through what kinds of leadership scholarship foundations are looking for and how to translate your leadership experience into compelling writing in this interactive workshop. Helpful for any student planning to apply for scholarships, internships, or future jobs.

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Scholarship Resume Workshop

Wednesday, Mar. 23, 6-7:30pm in BRNG 1284

Students learn how to better understand the content of an academic-oriented resume. How is it different than a job resume? What information should be included? How should particular experiences be presented?

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Contact Info:

National and International
Scholarships Office
Purdue University Honors College
Duhme Hall, Room 134
205 North Russell Street
West Lafayette, IN 47906-4238
Phone: (765) 496-3389
Email: [email protected]