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Are you working on formatting corrections for your dissertation, thesis, or report? Do you need help? Are you unsure where to submit your dissertation, thesis, or report?
Join the Graduate School (gradschool@mtu.edu) for group work hours. These workshops are provided at no charge to students working on a dissertation, thesis, or report. Staff will able to help with the changes required by the Graduate School for these documents in MS Office. Assistance will also be available for converting documents to PDF from Word and how to make simple corrections and check your document in Adobe Acrobat. The workshops will be in rooms with PCs with University software, or you may bring your own laptop. Distance students may contact gradschool@mtu.edu about remote assistance during these times via web conferencing. If you need additional help outside of these times, please contact the Graduate School. On a limited basis, one-on-one assistance may be available.
Last day to submit a post-defense document to successfully complete your degree in fall is April 22, 2019 by 4pm EST!
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Students interested in contributing to the health and wellness of the local community should consider applying for the Superior Health Foundation Community Ambassadors in Health Scholarship.
Undergraduate scholarship recipients will receive $500 for the semester they participate in the program. Graduate scholarship recipients will receive $1,000.
Students will partner with a service-oriented organization, such as those that address health care, food security, mental health, obesity, health education or environmental health.
Residents of the Upper Peninsula are especially encouraged to apply and will be given priority consideration. Check out our site for more detailed information on eligibility and how to apply.
This scholarship opportunity is made possible through the generosity of the Superior Health Foundation, and all enrolled Michigan Tech students may apply.
The application deadline is Monday, April 15.
If you have any questions, contact Kari Henquinet.
On behalf of Farah Harb, Ford Fund Global Education Programs Analyst, we invite you to submit a proposal for the 2019 Ford College Community Challenge (C3), an innovative national challenge-grant initiative. As a member of the Ford Blue Oval Network, you understand the importance of community-enriching projects for individuals and students.
This grant is designed to work with colleges to catalyze student-led, neighborhood-building projects that address pressing local needs through the theme “Making Lives Better.” Ford will choose up to 10 outstanding proposals that will receive a $25,000 grant to implement their ideas.
How to Enter
We look forward to reading your ideas. We also invite you to follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn for Ford C3-related news.
If you have any questions, please direct emails to fordscholarscampbellmarketing.services
GSG Academic Seminar
Peter Larsen, MTU’s Director of Research Development, will lead a workshop about the process of applying for external grants.
See registration link for room and time: https://mtu.libcal.com/event/5018079
Applications are being sought for KCP Future Faculty Fellowships, a program funded by the State of Michigan. Applications are due no later than 4pm on April 3, 2019 for funding starting in Summer 2019 or Fall 2019. KCP fellowships provide students up to $20,000 (MS students) or $35,000 (PhD students) to pursue their degrees. Funds may be used to support students (or faculty/staff) pursuing degrees at Michigan Tech. For Michigan Tech students, the Graduate School and nominating department must also contribute matching funds to help support the student.
The purpose of the King-Chávez-Parks Future Faculty Fellowship Program is to increase the pool of academically and economically disadvantaged candidates pursuing faculty teaching careers in postsecondary education.
Complete information about eligibility criteria and materials needed for an application is available on our web page.
Orders placed by midnight on February 24:
Masters Set $100.00 (plus tax)
PhD Set $120.00 (plus tax)
Orders placed after February 24:
Masters Set $120.00 plus expedited shipping (plus tax)
PhD Set $140.00 plus expedited shipping (plus tax)
Orders placed after March 20th at 12:00pm are not guaranteed to arrive before the commencement ceremony.
U.S Department of Energy DOE Scholars Program at the Advanced Research Projects Agency–Energy (ARPA-E)
Now Accepting Applications
What is ARPA E?
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) is devoted exclusively to support research and development of high-potential, high-impact energy technologies that are too early for private-sector investment.
Why should I apply?
Being selected as a DOE Scholar at ARPA-E offers the following benefits:
Eligibility
Applicants should be prepared for deep immersion in a specific energy program area and must be comfortable and be able to complete tasks independently. Candidate must have strong written and oral communication abilities, as well as an interest in energy and energy technologies.
How to Apply
Applications and supporting materials must be submitted at:
https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/Scholars-2019-ARPA-E
For more information about the DOE Scholars Program: Visit https://orise.orau.gov/doescholars
Questions? doescholars@orau.org
Professional Development Workshop Sponsored by GSG, and the Graduate School
Dr. Puspalatha Murthy, Dean of the Graduate School will lead an interactive session on how to negotiate a job offer.
See registration link for room and time: https://mtu.libcal.com/event/5018144