Fellowships

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Eligibility

 
Support will be granted according to the following criteria:

• The conference paper must have been selected in a competitive review process.
• The student must apply for funding from the conference organizers themselves, if such funding is available.
• The student must be in good academic standing.
• Leave of absence for conference attendance can be granted.
• The student has not previously received conference support. This is a one-time support per student.
• Those interested should download and fill out the application form (add proofs). Enclosed abstract of paper and the confirmation from the organizers of the conference needs to be submitted to Associate Dean for approval of eligibility. Potential awards may take into account merit and financial need. Funding will only be reimbursed upon submission of original receipts and up to the maximum of the amount stated on the receipt.

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Application Process

Please fill out the application form and send it to the Associate Dean Dorothea von Hantelmann.

Documents needed:

• abstract of the paper
• official confirmation of acceptance to the conference

Potential awards may take into account merit and financial need. Funding will only be reimbursed upon submission of original receipts.

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Funding Purpose, Amount, Duration

The Gillespie Scholarship Fund is an award for up to USD 2,000. The final amount will depend on actual need. It may be awarded upon application for one of the following purposes:

• Support for BCB-supported study abroad programs 
• Support for special academic study opportunities (conferences, summer programs, etc.)
• Support for professional development during the BCB studies (internships, professional development programs)

At the end of the sponsored project, award recipients are expected to deliver a report to the Gillespie Scholarship Fund committee about their program, their achievements, and use of the award. 

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Eligibility

Eligible applicants must meet all the following criteria:

• Students enrolled at BCB full-time or recent graduates of BCB degree programs (up to 6 months after graduation)
• Recipients of a Program for International Education and Social Change (PIESC) scholarship, Refuge scholarship, or otherwise receiving a full comprehensive fee (tuition + room and board) waiver
• Demonstrate financial need and demonstrate that they have pursued other sources of funding
• Provide a description of the program or project for which funds are needed, a motivation for pursuing this program or project and a description of the usage of the award

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Application Process

There are two deadlines annually, in March and in September. Please make sure to plan accordingly and apply as soon as possible to receive a decision in time for the start of your program or project. Final decisions will be announced at the latest three weeks after the deadline dates. The funds will be available two months after the deadline dates.

Application Documents:

• Online Application Form
• One faculty recommendation (emailed to program contact Aslı Vatansever at [email protected])
• Academic Transcript
• Documents/confirmations for funding purpose (program admission letters, payment requests, proof of additional funding if needed)

How to apply:

• Fill out Online application form for Gillespie Fund
• Upload BCB transcript and supporting documents to coherently present the request. (Study abroad offer, program admission offer, payment requests etc.)
• Ask the recommendation letter to be emailed to program contact  Aslı Vatansever at [email protected].

After submitting the online application form, you may be contacted regarding additional questions or asked for additional documentation.

Your application will be reviewed by the Gillespie Scholarship Fund committee and the decision will be communicated to you via email. In case of a positive decision, applicants will receive information about the amount of funding granted and the procedure for receiving the grant depending on the request.
Applicants are expected to compile a report at the end of the year/program.

Decisions will take into account:

• The quality of prior academic work
• Achievements and contributions to the college and the greater community
• The nature of the proposed activity and its value for the applicant’s academic, professional, and personal advancement
• If applicable, proof of additional funding sources

Contact
Questions and additional documents can be directed to Aslı Vatansever at [email protected]