The following announcement comes from The CUNY Office of Research for all Student-Researchers:
We are excited to announce the open call for applications to the 2025 Velay Scholars Research Fellowship (VSURF) program. This prestigious program offers a ten-week summer research and professional development experience designed to immerse undergraduate students in cutting-edge research across various disciplines.
Program Highlights:
Duration: June 2nd – August 8th, 2025
Stipend: $5,000 upon successful completion
Culmination: Poster presentation showcasing your research
Eligibility Criteria:
CUNY undergraduates completing their sophomore or junior year
CUNY Community College students with at least 30 credits at the time of application
Interest in careers in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM)
Application Process:
Deadline: Fri. March 21st, 2025 @11:59pm
Letters of Recommendations: One letter of recommendation is required, two is optional
Great News! We are extending the application deadline for the 2025-2026 HASTAC Scholars Program! HASTAC Scholars is a dynamic community of graduate and undergraduate students working across the intersections of technology, arts, humanities, and sciences. Scholars engage in collaborative projects, lead discussions, contribute to online forums, and showcase their research through various digital platforms. Open to students from all disciplines, the program offers a unique opportunity to connect globally, develop innovative projects, and help shape equitable educational systems.
The Velay Scholars Research Fellowship, offered by the CUNY Office of Reseach, is designed to provide undergraduate students with immersive research experiences. By participating in the Summer Velay Program, students will have the opportunity to:
Engage in cutting-edge research across a wide range of disciplines.
Work closely with esteemed faculty mentors on meaningful research projects.
Develop essential skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication.
Connect with a diverse community of scholars and peers who share their passion for inquiry and discovery.
This program is open to students from all academic backgrounds who are eager to dive deep into the world of research and make a tangible impact in their fields of interest. The projected timeline for the fellowship will be from Mon. June 3rd – Thurs. August 8th, 2024, which will culminate in a poster presentation to highlight the research done during the summer. Upon full completion of the program, students will receive a $5,000 stipend.
Eligibility:
All CUNY undergraduates interested in careers in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics.
CUNY undergraduates completing their sophomore or junior year may apply.
CUNY Community College students with at least 30 credits at the time of application are also encouraged to apply.
Eligible students are encouraged to visit the Velay Scholars Research Fellowship program website to learn more about the Velay Scholars Research Fellowship and access the online application portal. There is also an FAQ section for common questions students might have about the program. The application deadline is Friday, March 25th, 2024.
If you have any questions or would like more information about the Velay Scholars Research Fellowship, please feel free to reach out to Veer Shetty (veer.shetty@cuny.edu).
Calling all students: This is a great opportunity to network with students from other institution and disciplines and to engage in academic discussions at the convergence of technology, arts, humanities, and sciences. Students also have the opportunity to share their research in a very welcoming environment. Please note: you will need a faculty mentor to sponsor your fellowship.
Calling all mentors: consider recommending your student researchers apply to become a HASTAC Scholar, and work with them as their mentor.
See below for information from HASTAC, then Apply by October 31.
HASTAC Scholars Application 2023
Join a New Generation of Innovative Scholars – Apply for the 2023-2025 HASTAC Scholars Program!
HASTAC Scholar Applications Are Open! Apply by October 31, 2023.
HASTAC Scholars brings together dynamic graduate and undergraduate students pushing boundaries in the arts, humanities, sciences, and technology.
The HASTAC Scholars initiative constitutes an inventive, student-centric community comprising both graduate and undergraduate participants. Annually, a fresh cohort of approximately 100 Scholars is welcomed into the program for a span of 2 years. These Scholars represent diverse academic backgrounds, drawing from a multitude of disciplines, and their affiliations span more than 200 colleges and universities, ranging from intimate liberal arts institutions to expansive research-centric establishments.
Emerging HASTAC Scholars will actively contribute to the development of a vibrant collective that operates at the convergence of technology, arts, humanities, and sciences. Through a plethora of engagements, they will foster this vibrant community – hosting online dialogues, coordinating collaborative book reviews, crafting insightful blog entries, showcasing their research and passions via the HASTAC Scholar Spotlight, participating in Digital Fridays, and undertaking a myriad of other enriching activities.
As a HASTAC Scholar, you will:
Connect with scholars globally to exchange ideas, collaborate on projects, and form new networks
Showcase your research through blog posts, videos, interviews, and spotlight features
Organize and lead discussions on academic texts, tools, and critical issues in your field
Conceptualize new digital projects and pedagogies and receive feedback from peers
Help shape programming that fits your needs and interests as an emerging scholar
Gain access to resources and opportunities available exclusively to HASTAC Scholars
We (HASTAC) welcome students from all disciplines who want to rethink higher education and work towards more equitable systems. Every HASTAC Scholar contributes uniquely – we can’t wait to see how you will lead and build community.
In recognition of our partnership with The Graduate Center at CUNY, we are pleased to announce that CUNY students will be exempt from inscription fees.
If you have any questions about the process, feel free to reach out to hastacscholars@gmail.com. The 2023-2025 cohort application deadline is October 31, 2023. Selected scholars will participate from December 1, 2023, to October 31, 2025.
Explore past scholars’ work, then join us! Apply by October 31.
Let’s work together to drive change as the next generation of HASTAC Scholars. We look forward to your application!
BASTA Fellowship: If you’re a first-generation college student, apply to get additional support through the job search process (deadline 3/12/21)
NYC Summer Bridge for All Coach: If you went to NYC public high school, get paid to support high school seniors through their transition after graduation (deadline 3/17/21)
New York Women in Communications Scholarship: Earn a scholarship and access to professional development, mentoring, and a diverse community of communications professionals (deadline 3/19/21)
CUNY Cultural Corps: Get matched with a paid internship in the cultural/arts sector just for CUNY students (deadline 4/5/21)
Don Lavoie Fellowship: Learn about political economy while earning a stipend and research support through this online fellowship (deadline 4/15/21)
2019-2020 Fellowship and Internship Opportunities at the American Philosophical Society Library
The American Philosophical Society Library in Philadelphia invites applications for long and short-term research fellowships for scholars working in all fields, and especially those working on projects pertaining to the history of science, technology, and medicine; early American history; and Native American and Indigenous Studies. The Library is also accepting applications for its 8-week Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Native American Scholars Initiative (NASI) Summer Undergraduate Internship program.
The strongest applications will demonstrate a clear need to consult materials housed in the APS Library and will list which collections will be used during the fellowship term. Comprehensive, searchable guides and finding aids to our collections are available online at www.amphilsoc.org/library [amphilsoc.org].
Undergraduate Internships
Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Native American Scholars Initiative (NASI) Summer Undergraduate Internship
These paid 8-week internships provide three talented undergraduates with the opportunity to conduct research, to explore career possibilities in archives and special collections, and to learn about advanced training in Native American and Indigenous Studies and related fields. The internship will take place from mid-June to mid-August 2019. During this time students will work at the APS Library and will also have the opportunity to travel to Native communities to share their work. The stipend is between $3000 and $3500 (depending on housing costs), plus a travel allowance.
Please share with CUNY undergraduate students – Apply here by June 1, 2018 !
Dear Colleagues, Students, Alumni, and Friends,
The Futures Initiative Leadership Program provides up to twenty-five undergraduate students from any CUNY campus with opportunities to develop leadership and peer mentoring skills. Students will receive a stipend for their contribution as well as support for transportation and cultural enrichment activities.They will participate in a variety of professional development workshops and and opportunities designed to build community leadership skills and support success in school and beyond.
This year’s program will combine a one-day summer institute with regular opportunities to meet, reflect, gain new skills, and join in intellectual discussions at the Graduate Center, while also helping to provide resources, advice, and support to fellow students throughout the academic year. Students gain a variety of skills that will be beneficial for many careers that require collaboration, learning with and from others, building trust, and striving toward shared and common goals, and contribution to a larger public good.
We invite you to apply for this program by completing the Application form by Friday June 1.
The CUNY Summer Undergraduate Research Program (CSURP) is a ten-week intensive research program that will run from June 6 – August 11, 2016 and is open to undergraduates completing their sophomore or junior year. CUNY Community College students with at least 30 credits at the time of application are also encouraged to apply. The program offers hands-on research with faculty mentorship to students interested in Environmental Science, Nanoscience, Neuroscience, Photonics, and Structural Biology. A $4,000 stipend, housing, and metro cards are available to successful applicants.
This year’s application process will end at January 31, 2016 at 11:59pm. Students must complete the online application form, submit a personal statement, letter of recommendation, and transcripts, which can be found here: http://www.cuny.edu/research/sr/csurp/guidelines.html
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6 Month Fellowship – Office of the President
Position Summary:
The OOP Fellow assists in the Office of the President. The OOP Fellow assists in all content and operational areas including scheduling, operations/infrastructure, special events, administrative tasks and special projects.
In this position, the OOP Fellow will assist the team in correspondence, scheduling & advance procedures, meeting & calendar strategy, special event planning and board meeting preparation.
The OOP Fellow will interact regularly with the Director of the OOP, OOP Administrative Manager, Manager of Board Affairs and the Scheduler to the President.
This Fellowship is a full-time, paid Fellowship with an ideal commitment of 6 months, September through March.
Responsibilities:
Correspondence: drafts, tracks and prints letters
Event Planning: coordinates logistics for office meetings and events
Board Support: provides administrative and logistical support for Board Affairs
General Administration: database work, administrative tasks, mailings, processing of expense reports and pay orders
Special Projects: as assigned
Skills:
Excellent MS Office Suite skills: including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Excellent writing skills
Familiarity with MS Outlook, Adobe and presentation/design software a plus
Detailed oriented
Unflappable
Team player with strong interpersonal skills
Self-Starter
Excellent Project Management skills
Sense of humor
General Experience:
Experience in an internship or fellowship program ideally working with senior management, the Executive Director or CEO/President’s office.
Education:
Junior or Senior year (undergraduate), Recent Graduate, Graduate Student
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