Student Funding Opportunities

Florida A&M University, in cooperation with the Community
Forestry Research Fellowship program, awards national
internships and research assistantships to undergraduate
students from underserved communities who are interested in community-based natural resource management and issues of sustainability and social justice.

Students enrolled at any U.S. college or university may apply.

These unique opportunities allow undergraduate students to
work with either the community organization of their choice or
with a professor doing research in the social science, economic, and/or natural resource fields at their college or university.

What is Community-based Natural Resource Management (CBNRM)?

Community-based natural resource management consists of efforts by people united by common interests to use and conserve their local natural resources. CBNRM thus covers a broad spectrum of resources and activities, from sustainable timber harvesting to non-timber forest product production, from riparian restoration to urban street-tree maintenance, from labor issues to collaborative processes, conflict resolution, and issues of social justice.

Internship Information:

Student will work with grassroots, community organizations in community- based natural resource management (CBNRM)
Students will learn first hand about how people in urban and rural communities work to conserve local natural resources to meet their own needs, resolve conflicts, and preserve and revitalize their cultural resources
Students will help make a difference in how natural resource management affects local communities

Assistantship Information:

Research Assistants will study issues in the social sciences, economics, and/or natural resources relevant to natural resource policy and practice in the U.S.
Assistants will gain hands-on experience in research that utilizes participatory methods
Assistants will learn first hand about how urban and rural communities work to conserve local natural resources to meet their own needs, resolve conflicts, and preserve and revitalize their cultural resources
Assistants will help local communities build capacity for self-determination

Eligibility:
Faculty and students at any U.S. college or university, in any department, are eligible to apply. Individual grants of up to $6,200 will be awarded. The award includes a $1,000 honorarium to the professor or the community-based organization. All Assistants and Interns must attend an annual workshop, held in the fall.

Offered for the second consecutive year, faculty from Arizona State University, Duke University, the University of Michigan and Cornell University in partnership with representatives from industry, government and NGO's provide a unique collaborative learning experience for upper division undergraduate students and early in career graduate students. No more than 40 exceptional students will be accepted this year. Held this year on the campus of Duke University, the program will run 24-31 May 2008. Expenses for accepted students are covered by the generous donations of our industry partners. Students will need to follow the application process (due 18 April) at www.TeachEnergy.org. Students are required to obtain 2 faculty references, provide GPA's and complete a written statement of purpose. This is a unique learning experience that explores sustainability, biocomplexity, conventional and renewable energy, demand side management, climate-energy systems, policy, national security, economics and the role of institutions. Students will get hands-on experiences at actual generation facilities and demonstration sites in addition to lectures and discussions with thought leaders.

This competition is looking for ideas that can change the world. As a student at UC Berkeley you are in prime position to take advantage of this institution’s leadership in the fields of science, engineering, business, law, and public policy to solve our glaring energy & environmental challenges. Are you developing new energy technology? Have you created an environmental policy that will help clean up global emissions? Do you have an innovative model for an energy business or non-profit organization? Perhaps you have an idea that will help alleviate hunger and poverty through renewable decentralized sources of energy. We want to help you make it happen. Society and the University of California have an interest in seeing your ideas move forward. This competition will provide grants to help you execute on your ideas. Entrepreneurs, investors, companies, venture capitalists, and policy makers have focused on this field like never before and they are looking for the next big idea. This moment in time provides an unparalleled opportunity for you to step forward and make a difference.

Mission: Each year, the Nathan and Violet David Scholars Program gives talented and service-minded students the opportunity to participate in undergraduate research in the sciences. It is the mission of this program to facilitate positive social change by enabling students with promising talent, but financial need to participate in undergraduate research, gain admission to a competitive graduate programs, and thus have the choice to pursue scientific careers at the highest level. The David Scholars Program now includes a public service component. Through a scientific community outreach program that includes volunteer teaching and mentoring in public schools located in low-income areas, undergraduate David Scholars will create scientific enthusiasm in children from low-income backgrounds who would otherwise not be directly exposed to scientific research. Such "scientific evangelism" may increase the number of future scientists from diverse economic backgrounds. The Award: The Nathan and Violet David Scholars Program enables talented undergraduates who demonstrate capability and zeal for science to engage in unpaid laboratory research during the term and over the summer by providing financial assistance so that students do not have to work. Beginning in Spring 2002, three students will be chosen as new David Scholars each year. In addition, scholars receiving the award as juniors will be eligible to apply for the continued support of the NVDF in their senior year. Program benefits include: • $6,500 as a summer scholarship to pursue an independent research project in a campus lab. This money will cover the students' summer living costs and pay for expenses associated with application to graduate school. • $6,000 for the academic year to eliminate or reduce the student's need to work or go more deeply into debt. • Up to $4,000 will be available for each new scholarship recipient to purchase research supplies, to pay for conference fees, and to travel to and from conferences. Of this money, $2,000 will be allocated for a one-time purchase of a personal computer. • Up to $2,000 will be available for supplies and expenses for scholars renewing for a second year • An opportunity to inspire future scientists via teaching and mentoring in local public schools. • Two events during the year to create community and discuss research.

Is your work application oriented? Do you know students in other departments or research groups that you would like to meet with to discuss your work? Would you benefit from having a student-only discussion about your research area? Consider applying for funds to start an Idea Lab, a multidisciplinary collaboration between graduate students on campus working on developing a common application, product, or service. We are interested in supporting like minded groups in a wide range of areas, including groups that might bring together students in science, engineering, social sciences, humanities, etc.

The California Sustainability Alliance is funded by Southern California Gas Company customers to accelerate and increase energy efficiency by combining it with complementary sustainability measure. As part of this program, the CSA will be offering grants to student projects that develop written and/or graphic content for our website that is currently under development. The overall purpose of the website is to bring together innovative ideas, industry expertise, and implementation skills to serve as an educational resource for policy makers and other professionals working towards sustainability in California.

Each year, the Haas Scholars Program creates opportunities for 20 academically talented, financial-aid eligible undergraduates to engage in a sustained research, field-study or creative project --often a senior honors thesis/project, in the summer before and during their final year ar semester at UCB. Benefits: *a $3800 summer 2008 stipend, plus a $200 completion stipend, *up to $3,600 in acadmic year stipend to reduce the necessity for work or further loan indebtedness during the final year/semester *up to $5000 for major and minor expenses associated with a research, field-study or creative project launched in the summer before the final year/semester *the opportunity to develop a close mentoring relationship with a faculty sponsor *membership in a close-knit intellectual community of Haas Scholars and mentors *participation in a series of coordinated intellectual enrichment events and activities *assistance and advising regarding application to graduate and professional school, as well as other advanced study and research opportunities *opportunity to present the results of the research. Hass Scholar commitment: Haas Scholars must work full-time on their projects during the Summer 2008 (no courses or employment allowed except by explicity permission of t program staff), should not be employed during the academic year, and should participate full in the programs's activities, including the Retreat (June 3-7), a weekly Friday (12-2) colloquium during Fall 2008 and the Spring Conference, tentatively scheduled for May 1-2 2009. Must also register for units in conjunction with the research project. Haas Scholar mentor eligibility and commitment: Haas Scholar mentors must be ladder faculty members (this usually means their official title is Professor, Associate Professor, or Assistant Professor). Exemptions may be granted in some circumstances by the Program Office. Mentors are expected to attend required events. In recognition of their time commitment, they receive a $1,500 stipend, or $3,000 for the library or graduate fellowship support. Selection: An interdisciplinary Faculty Advisor Board selects 20 outstanding students, from among the pool of up to 100 qualified applicants, based on the applicants' academic potential and preparation, their opportunity for good guidance, and the merit and originality of their proposed research, field-study or creative project. HOW DO I GET STARTED: Now is the time to begin planning your 2008/09 application. A good proposal requires multiple rounds of feedback from your mento and revision as well as ample supporting documentation. You are urged to attend the workshops "Getting Started in Undergraduate Research," and "How to Write a Research Proposal." You are also strongly encouraged to confirm your eligibility and seek individual advising as soon as possible with the Program Coordinator, Leah Carroll (643-5374: haas_scholars@learning.berkeley.edu, 345 Campbell Hall). To request an appointment, please email her with your available times for about four days.

Over 600 programs -Undergraduate REU and Other Summer Research Opportunities

Objective: The purpose of these grants is to provide research opportunities for undergraduates in the biological sciences during the academic year, especially for students whose financial need would make such work difficult on an unpaid basis. The emphasis of this program has been to increase the number of students from underrepresented ethnic groups and women doing research. However, all qualified undergraduates are encouraged to apply and have an equal chance for awards based on ability and drive. This research program also seeks to enhance interaction among the peer group of undergraduate researchers by encouraging student-run activities to include seminars, research ethics, and career planning sessions. All students working in undergraduate research in the biological sciences are included in these activities. Grants: Ten grants of $1500 will be awarded for the semester. These are stipends for research activities, and thus you can also receive course credit for your research. The intent of these awards is to supplement and not replace university or federal grants or scholarships. Eligibility: * A laboratory position arranged prior to when you apply for this grant. * An interest in pursuing a career in some aspect of the biological sciences. * Some laboratory experience (whether in university coursework or work outside the university). * Awards in previous summers or semesters do not guarantee an award this year. * Prior awards also do not disqualify one from receiving a subsequent award. * Financial need must be justified, and this does not mean that you must now be receiving financial aid.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency requests proposals for Fall 2008 EPA Greater Research Opportunities Fellowships for Undergraduate Environmental Study. Through this initiative, EPA seeks to support leadership in the nation's environmental science, research, education, assessment, restoration, and preservation efforts. Eligible students will receive support for junior and senior year, and an internship at an EPA facility. Planned course of study must focus on pollution prevention and/or control in one or more areas of environmental significance which includes: Natural and Life Sciences, Environmental Science, Engineering, Social Sciences, Physical Sciences, Mathematics and Computer Science, or Economics. $650K expected to be available, up to 20 awards anticipated, individual awards NTE $41.5K. For more info, contact Georgette Boddie at boddie.georgette@epa.gov

The American Public Power Association will award ten $4,000 student reseach grants/internships and one $5,000 technical design project research grant this year. The deadline for applications is October 1. For more information, go to http://appanet.org and choose Research and Development (DEED) and then choose DEED Funding Opportunities.

The foundation expects to award 80 scholarships of up to $5000 to sophmore and junior level college students. Scholoarships are offered to students who have demonstrated commitment to careers related to the environment.

The EPA provides funding through six different fellowships. The fellowships are 1)STAR Fellowships, 2) GRO Graduate Fellowships, 3)GRO Undergraduate Fellowhips, 4)American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Science and Engineering Fellows Program, 5)Association of Schools of Public Health (ASPH) Fellows Program, and 6) EPA Marshall Scholarship Program.

The program consists of three elements designed to increase students' interest in the environmental profession and support them in defining career goals. Selected students will be provided with: a $3000 scholarship, a paid summer internship at Brown and Caldwell office, and a dedicated mentor.

Big Ideas @ Berkeley provides funding, support, and encouragement to interdisciplinary teams of UC Berkeley undergraduate and graduate students who have "big ideas." This includes projects related to the environment and energy. UCB students will be able to submit project ideas for which they are seeking support.