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No. 184 ∙ 14 June 2010 I. Scholarships and Fellowships - Undergraduate: International Student Ambassador Scholarships at Iowa State University / up to $7,000 / year - Undergraduate: International Student Tuition Waiver at Chadron State College - Undergraduate: New tuition rate for international students at Eastern Illinois University II. News You Can Use - Inauguration of the UCLA Summer Institute in Communication Skills for International Students - Master?s in International Education Policy at Harvard Graduate School of Education - College Tours for international college counselors ? Study Rhode Island ?a few spots remaining I. Scholarships and Fellowships INTERNATIONAL STUDENT AMBASSADOR SCHOLARSHIPS AT IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY Description: International Student Ambassador Scholarships are awarded to students with exceptional leadership qualities and a desire to positively represent both their home country and Iowa State University to prospective students. Applicants will be considered for the following award levels: Gold $7,000 per year --- Renewable Cardinal $5,000 per year --- Renewable Leadership Up to $4,000/year --- Renewable Requirements Apply for admission. (You cannot be considered for this scholarship unless you are admitted to Iowa State University.) Submit a one-page essay describing experiences you have had in leadership, community service and/or volunteerism, and why you are interested in assisting Iowa State University with international recruitment activities. 1 letter of recommendation Send essay and letter via email to agogerty@iastate.edu with the subject line Attention: International Scholarship Selection Committee There is no GPA or SAT requirement; however, higher academic backgrounds may result in higher scholarship awards Deadlines October 1 (spring entry) April 1 (fall & summer entry) Eligibility Incoming freshmen and transfers can apply The following criteria must be maintained to keep the scholarship until graduation: Serve as International Student Ambassador for at least one semester 2.0 cumulative GPA at ISU Full-time enrollment (summers not included) Assessed non-resident tuition For further details, please visit: www.admissions.iastate.edu/intl/ambassador_scholarships.php or contact: Ann Gogerty, Global Recruitment Coordinator; agogerty@iastate.edu www.facebook.com/IowaStateU www.youtube.com/iowastateu http://twitter.com/iowaStateUNews INTERNATIONAL STUDENT TUITION WAIVER AT CHADRON STATE COLLEGE Introduction The Chadron State College International Student Tuition Waiver is an undergraduate tuition (fees not included) award for degree-seeking international students attending classes on the CSC campus. The maximum award is equal to one-half of the Nebraska residential tuition for up to 16 credit hours per semester, with a total of 8 semesters. Recipients must attend consecutive semesters and maintain eligibility criteria for renewal. Application To be considered for the award, international students must submit a completed International Student Tuition Waiver application by the June 1st for Fall enrollment and November 1st for Spring enrollment. Notification Recipients will notified of their award by mail or email and have 14 days from the mailing date to accept or decline. If no response is received by the deadline date, the award will be forfeited and recipients become ineligible for future consideration. Eligibility Requirements Applicants must be entering international freshmen or be new international transfer students from a regionally accredited American university or college. Entering Freshmen Must score 600 or better on paper-based TOEFL Or 100 or better on internet-based TOEFL Or 7or better on lELTS Or score a 1550 or better on the SAT Or 22 or better on the ACT New Transfers Must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 (4.0 scale) or better on all transfer credit from all institutions previously attended Must have completed and passed one semester of a 100-level or higher English course. The international tuition waiver is not available to: Students seeking online undergraduate. Students seeking graduate degrees. Students who have been previously enrolled at CSC. The International Tuition Wavier is available for fall and spring terms only and cannot be used for summer courses. For more information, please contact: Carl Cousin International Student Coordinator Chadron State College Office phone - (308) 432-6496 Fax - (308) 432-6473 ccousin@csc.edu Social media: Chadron State College on Facebook www.youtube.com/chadronstatecollege NEW TUITION RATE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS AT EASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY Beginning 2010, Eastern Illinois University will extend the equivalent of in-state tuition for freshman and transfer students (first-time undergraduate EIU students) who meet the distinguished student criteria which is a grade point average of 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale). Original transcripts will be evaluated by our staff member. No special application is necessary. Those qualified undergraduate students will automatically be granted the lower tuition rate. To illustrate the education savings, here is the cost comparison based on this current academic year (2 semesters): Current international tuition: $17,208.00 Distinguished student rate: $5,736.00 Savings equals $11,472.00 If you have any questions, you may email me directly or view our website: www.eiu.edu/~international Sue E. Songer Director www.facebook.com/iameiu Office of International Students and Scholars Eastern Illinois University 600 Lincoln Avenue Charleston, IL 61920 http://twitter.com/eiu sesonger@eiu.edu 217.581.7487 II. News You Can Use INAUGURATION OF THE UCLA SUMMER INSTITUTE IN COMMUNICATION SKILLS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Offered through UCLA?s (University of California, Los Angeles) Department of Communication Studies, the Institute is a six-week, intensive program of study, providing international students a holistic learning experience in American-style English. Comprised of two courses, CS1A (Public Speaking for Nonnative Speakers) and CS1B (Learning American English and Culture from the Movies) the Institute is an immersion-style program, designed to enable nonnative speakers to communicate competently in both personal and professional situations. In short, students will learn to interact effectively and easily with Americans----in America, in their home country, in the world. Course descriptions: 1A ? Public Speaking for Nonnative Speakers Learn the principles of oral communication that will make you an effective speaker! This course teaches native and nonnative speakers to communicate easily and comfortably in social, business and academic situations. Students learn how to successfully apply communication theory in a variety of contexts such as conversation, interviewing, small group discussion and public address. 1B ? Learning American English and Culture Dive into Hollywood Blockbusters and quickly learn how to speak American-style! This course teaches nonnative speakers how to effectively communicate with Americans in everyday life by the interactive, guided viewing of popular films. Through classroom workshops, discussions and presentations, students will gain a greater speaking fluency while experiencing American culture firsthand. Students can take either course independently. A student taking both courses will earn a Certificate of Completion from the UCLA Summer Institute in Communication Skills for International Students, indicating their successful participation in this innovative, comprehensive program. We have included below the tie-in to the Institute's Summer Session website. www.summer.ucla.edu/institutes/Communication/overview.htm Please alert any student you feel would benefit from participation in our Institute or either of our courses. If you desire further information, get in touch with us through the contact data listed below. To enroll: Register online at www.summer.ucla.edu For more information, contact: Sylvia Merschel - UCLA Department of Communication Studies Phone: 310-825-3303 E-mail: merschel@ucla.edu Dee Bridgewater - UCLA Department of Communication Studies Phone: 310-825-3303 E-mail: dbridge@speech.ucla.edu MASTER?S IN INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION POLICY AT HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION The International Education Policy program is an intensive one-year program that prepares students for leadership positions advancing educational innovation and reform globally. Students hail from a variety of geographic, educational, and work backgrounds, yet all are individuals interested in educational policy leadership, innovation, reform, and entrepreneurship in developing countries, in the U.S., and other OECD countries. Our curriculum emphasizes the comparative study of educational systems as well as the analytic skills to identify the core causes of education challenges, to generate opportunities to address these challenges, and to evaluate their impact. The core curriculum includes courses focusing on comparative and international education, policy analysis, and evaluation. During the program, students develop leadership and management skills to implement and supervise educational improvement projects and programs. In addition, numerous co-curricular activities engage the students in frequent dialogue with leading global education practitioners. IEP graduates are firmly grounded in an understanding of the relationship between education policy and programs and instructional improvement in the classroom in a variety of educational institutions. They also have extensive comparative knowledge of reforms and improvement programs and have the ability to work in a variety of institutional and geographic settings. In addition to teaching, our faculty are deeply involved with issues of practice. Students get to work with and learn from leading faculty who investigate the role of education policy in advancing educational opportunity. In addition to the core faculty at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, students in the program work with visiting faculty and with visiting scholars in the numerous international and area studies centers at Harvard University. Through cross-program and cross-school interactions, the IEP program offers students the advantages of the Harvard-wide community, which provides myriad opportunities to engage with and learn from scholars with diverse backgrounds, interests, and disciplinary understandings. Harvard is on a mission to become a truly global university in the 21st century. Numerous initiatives, projects, and a constant stream of students and visitors from all parts of the world reflect the determined pursuit of that mission. This creates a rich and stimulating environment where those of you interested in global educational leadership will thrive. We encourage you to learn more about our program by visiting our website: www.gse.harvard.edu/academics/masters/iep/index.html You may also contact the program directly: Email: iep@gse.harvard.edu Phone: + 1 617.495.4845 Program Director, Dr. Fernando Reimers Program Coordinator, Ms. Lola Irele STUDY RHODE ISLAND ? COLLEGE TOURS FOR INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE COUNSELORS ? A FEW SPOTS REMAINING Greetings from the Ocean State! Rhode Island?s colleges and universities have created a new educational group called Study Rhode Island, a marketing partnership that collaboratively promotes the states legendary higher education institutions abroad. Following the annual OACAC conference, Study Rhode Island would like to invite international college counselors to also visit Rhode Island. We want to provide a fun-filled tour of the 8 different schools in Rhode Island mixed with history, culture and all that the Ocean State has to offer. All ground transportation, meals, and lodging will be provided to participants for free with a $100 deposit. A coach bus will arrive in Boston after the OACAC conference to take you to Rhode Island and back to Boston after our tour. Guests will have the opportunity to enjoy the state from land and sea, experience colonial America and become immersed in the wonderful higher education opportunities Rhode Island has to offer. It?s a promising event that will blend education and fun! To reserve your space on the STUDY RI Tour, please email Erin Flynn at eflynn@neit.edu and send a $100 deposit to the following address. Erin Flynn (ADMISSIONS OFFICE) New England Institute of Technology 2500 Post Road Warwick, Rhode Island, 02886-2266 www.studyrhodeisland.us As we have limited space, please wait until you have received your confirmation email before modifying any of your travel arrangements. We have 25 participants at present and we are looking to find 5 more to join the group. TOUR DATE: Sunday, July 18th-July 21st (Transportation will be provided to/from Boston) The colleges/universities in Rhode Island include the following: Brown University Providence College Bryant University Roger Williams University Johnson and Wales University Salve Regina University New England Institute of Technology University of Rhode Island We hope to see you in the Ocean State this July!

Te dve rečenice na I-20 znače da ?kola zahteva određeno znanje engleskog jezika i da student ima to znanje. Na ?koli je da tra?i TOEFL ili ne, ali to je zvaničan deo formulara kojim oni potvrđuju svoje mi?ljenje da vi imate određeni nivo znanja jezika koji će vam omogućiti da pratite nastavu bez smetnje. Dakle, ako ?kola ne tra?i TOEFL i veruje da imate dovoljno znanje, sve je u redu - naravno, ako zaista znate jezik. Dokumentacija se uglavnom odnosi na prethodni nivo ?kolovanja, ?to retko podrazumeva osnovnu ?kolu. Veoma je zanimljivo da vam je stigao I-20, a da niste brinuli o dokumentima i TOEFL ispitu :-)

Međunarodni akademski centar vas poziva na webchat i virtualni obilazak St. John's univerziteta u Rimu. Univerzitet će 15. juna 2010. u 18h organizovati online prezentaciju, ali zbog ograničenog broja mesta neće biti moguće individualno priključenje webchatu. U na?im prostorijama u Majke Jevrosime 18, drugi sprat, biće organizovano priključenje webchatu i svi koji su zainteresovani za St. John's univerzitet mogu da svrate kod nas, pogledaju virtualni obilazak kampusa i okoline i postave pitanja predstavnicima univerziteta. Ako niste u mogućnosti da dođete kod nas u tom terminu, po?aljite nam e-mail na office@iacbg.org da vam omogućimo postavljanje pitanja u?ivo ili da prenesemo va?a pitanja kada za to dođe vreme. Predstavnicima univerziteta prenećemo i va?a pitanja koja dobijemo preko Skype mre?e - pronađite nas putem e-mail adrese office@iacbg.org. Za sve detaljnije informacije o univerzitetu pogledajte sajt http://www.stjohns.edu/. Univerzitet nudi američke MBA i MA programe i termin prezentacije se pre svega odnosi na taj nivo studiranja. Međunarodni akademski centar je domaće udru?enje građana sa ciljem obave?tavanja o daljim mogućnostima studiranja u SAD i na američkim institucijama u svetu. Vi?e o centru pronađite na stranici http://www.iacbg.org.

EAST TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENDS INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION DEADLINE TO JUNE 24TH ETSU extends International Scholarship Application deadline Prospective international students who are interested in attending East Tennessee State University during the fall 2010 term now have until June 24th to apply for the International Students Academic Merit Scholarship. The scholarship is open to new international students at the undergraduate and graduate levels and covers 50% of the total of in and out-of-state tuition. The reward can be used for up to eight semesters for undergraduate recipients, five semesters for recipients seeking a master's degree, and eight semesters for doctoral students. Reward lengths for master's and doctoral students are commensurate with the length of the recipient's graduate program. The current value of these scholarships is approximately $8,800 per year for undergraduates and approximately $8,100 per year for graduate students. Students can apply for the International Students Academic Merit Scholarship at www.etsu.edu/iss. Applicants must be admitted to the university before scholarship applications can be reviewed. To apply to ETSU, go to www.etsu.edu/etsu/apply.asp. ETSU and Social Media ETSU on Facebook: www.facebook.com/easttennesseestateuniversity ETSU International Students www.facebook.com/pages/Johnson-City-TN/ETSU-International-Students/367890682936?ref=mf The ETSU Youtube channel: www.youtube.com/user/EastTennesseeState International scholarship playlist coming soon! ETSU has an iTunes U page. Go to www.etsu.edu and click on "ETSU podcasts." Select the "international student scholarships" podcast to see testimonial videos from current ETSU international students, spoken in their first languages. For assistance with ETSU undergraduate admissions, contact: The Office of Admissions Box 70731 Johnson City, TN 37614 (423) 439-4213 pittsm@etsu.edu

No. 183 ? 7 June 2010 I. Scholarships and Fellowships - Undergraduate & Graduate: Scholarships at East Tennessee State University ? up to $8,800 per year - Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana offering scholarships for winners of its video contest ? up to $3,000 - Undergraduate & Graduate: Clarion University welcomes international students - Fellowship: 2011 Ford Motor Company International Fellowship of the 92nd Street Y in New York City II. News You Can Use - Enter the 2010 Think Beyond the Borders Video Contest to win a scholarship ? Destination California and AACC - New Master of Business Administration program for international students at Northern Michigan University - Watch TEDx talks recently recorded at the University of Denver I. Scholarships and Fellowships EAST TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENDS INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION DEADLINE TO JUNE 24TH ETSU extends International Scholarship Application deadline Prospective international students who are interested in attending East Tennessee State University during the fall 2010 term now have until June 24th to apply for the International Students Academic Merit Scholarship. The scholarship is open to new international students at the undergraduate and graduate levels and covers 50% of the total of in and out-of-state tuition. The reward can be used for up to eight semesters for undergraduate recipients, five semesters for recipients seeking a master's degree, and eight semesters for doctoral students. Reward lengths for master's and doctoral students are commensurate with the length of the recipient's graduate program. The current value of these scholarships is approximately $8,800 per year for undergraduates and approximately $8,100 per year for graduate students. Students can apply for the International Students Academic Merit Scholarship at www.etsu.edu/iss. Applicants must be admitted to the university before scholarship applications can be reviewed. To apply to ETSU, go to www.etsu.edu/etsu/apply.asp. ETSU and Social Media ETSU on Facebook: www.facebook.com/easttennesseestateuniversity ETSU International Students www.facebook.com/pages/Johnson-City-TN/ETSU-International-Students/367890682936?ref=mf The ETSU Youtube channel: www.youtube.com/user/EastTennesseeState International scholarship playlist coming soon! ETSU has an iTunes U page. Go to www.etsu.edu and click on "ETSU podcasts." Select the "international student scholarships" podcast to see testimonial videos from current ETSU international students, spoken in their first languages. For assistance with ETSU undergraduate admissions, contact: The Office of Admissions Box 70731 Johnson City, TN 37614 (423) 439-4213 pittsm@etsu.edu IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE OFFERING SCHOLARSHIPS TO WINNERS OF ITS VIDEO CONTEST Why Ivy Tech Scholarship Contest Tell us why you want to attend Ivy Tech or why you deserve an Ivy Tech scholarship via YouTube and you could win up to $3,000 in scholarship money. Just create your video telling us "Why Ivy Tech?", upload it to YouTube, submit an entry form and promote your video to all your friends (www.ivytech.edu/whyivytech/scholarship-form.html). The video with the most views as of August 1, 2010 may be eligible to win a $3,000 scholarship. The second place prize is a $2,000 scholarship and third place is a $1,000 scholarship. WHO CAN ENTER? Future or current students interested in enrolling at Ivy Tech Community College during the 2010-2011 school year (Fall 2010, Spring 2011 or Summer 2011). Contest winners must be admitted and enroll for the 2010-2011 school year in order to claim prize. For more information and complete contest rules please the eligibility section of our Official Contest Rules. www.ivytech.edu/whyivytech/index.html CLARION UNIVERSITY WELCOMES INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS International students representing 40 countries are currently enrolled at Clarion University, and it is our hope that this representation would be significantly increased in the near future. The international family of students at Clarion experiences a serene and welcoming environment with one-on-one relationships with professors and staff. Clarion offers fully accredited, high quality academic programs, both at the undergraduate and graduate levels, in Arts & Sciences, Business Administration, and Education & Human Services. Admission requirements include completed application and fee; satisfactory TOEFL/SAT results; official transcripts; and evidence of sufficient financial support. Additional graduate student requirements include official proof of undergraduate degree; satisfactory GRE/GMAT results; evaluation/recommendation forms; and specific departmental requirements. Application deadlines are July 15, 2010 for the fall semester and December 15, 2010 for the spring semester. Financial assistance for international students: International Assistantship awards, in the form of tuition reductions, valued at $3,000 per academic year are available for international students. Awards are based on need and merit and may be renewed each year provided the student meets established criteria. Students who receive assistantships are required to make significant contributions in the area of international education. Students who are planning to pursue master's degrees at Clarion University are strongly encouraged to apply for a Graduate Assistantship (GA) through the department of their major. A GA provides a stipend in addition to covering partial tuition fees. Please do not hesitate to contact the Office of International Programs. www.clarion.edu/58409.pdf For more information, please visit: www.clarion.edu/46769/ Office of International Programs Clarion University of Pennsylvania 840 Wood Street Clarion. Pennsylvania 16214 U.S.A. Phone: 001-814-393-2340 Fax: 001-814-393-2341 E-mail: intlprograms@clarion.edu 2011 FORD MOTOR COMPANY INTERNATIONAL FELLOWSHIP OF THE 92ND STREET Y IN NEW YORK CITY Deadline for submission: June 30, 2010 The 2011 Ford Motor Company International Fellowship of the 92nd Street Y is now accepting applications from community leaders who are citizens and residents of Brazil, India, Indonesia, Israel, Turkey, Ukraine and Venezuela. A successful applicant must demonstrate that he or she: ? is a community leader engaged in the nonprofit sector, either professionally or as a volunteer; ? is successfully addressing issues that affect the community's well-being; and ? would benefit from an intensive three-week nonprofit management training course in New York. Previous Ford Fellows include: ? a South African AIDS educator; ? the president of a Jewish aid society facilitating Bosnia-Herzegovina's transition to democracy; ? a sustainable development expert from Zimbabwe; ? the founder of an Indian organization that educates women and children working in the silk industry; and ? an Indonesian advocate for ethnic minorities. The residency takes place Thu, Jun 2 to Wed, Jun 22, 2011 in New York City. Airfare, accommodation, food, transportation, instruction and other program-related expenses are included in the fellowship and participants receive a small stipend upon arrival. During the intensive three-week residency, Ford Fellows take classes in areas including nonprofit management strategy and leadership training at Columbia University's Picker Center for Executive Education. The academic curriculum is complemented by visits to model nonprofits in New York City and meetings with academic, business and government leaders. The experience is enhanced by Fellows' residency at the 92nd Street Y, the world's first global Jewish community and cultural center. Founded in 1874 and considered a New York landmark, the 92nd Street Y annually serves over 300,000 people of all backgrounds, religions, nationalities, ethnicities, races and socio-economic groups. The Ford Motor Company International Fellowship of the 92nd Street Y provides a tremendous opportunity to international community leaders. Please distribute both the attached application and brochure to people and organizations that could benefit from this opportunity. Please note: we are no longer accepting applications to the 2010 Ford Fellowship. For more information about the program, please see the brochures or visit our website at www.92y.org/ford. Please contact Alison Gardy at 212.415.5473 or by email or Amanda Raz at 212.415.5561 email if you have any questions. Email contact: www.92y.org/about/mail/email.asp?recipient=172 II. News You Can Use ENTER THE 2010 THINK BEYOND THE BORDERS VIDEO CONTEST TO WIN A SCHOLARSHIP! - DESTINATION CALIFORNIA AND AACC Contest deadline: July 16th, 2010 Students outside the U.S. are asked to produce and upload a two to three minute video showcasing ways U.S. community colleges can reach, market, and communicate with students in their home country. For contest instructions, rules, and information about prizes, please visit: www.destinationca.org/TBB. Scholarships will be awarded on behalf of sponsoring colleges of Destination California and participating in AACC's international publication, Profiles of U.S. Community Colleges?A Guide for International Students. Students can only use the scholarships toward tuition at the participating colleges. NEW MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS AT NORTHERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY Northern Michigan University is now offering a two-year Master's of Business Administration Program for international graduate students. Northern's MBA program is a rigorous, structured and comprehensive program offered at a very affordable price, and it can be completed on a full-time or part-time basis, with courses being offered in the evening. NMU's College of Business is AACSB accredited and has faculty with expertise in a wide variety of business fields. Classroom instruction is supplemented by visiting business practitioners who provide valuable perspectives and important networking opportunities. Examples of class topics include: Ethics and the Legal Environment of Business; Quantitative Decision Making; Managerial Accounting and Marketing Strategy. Located on the beautiful shores of Lake Superior in Marquette, Michigan, NMU also offers every student a laptop computer. For more information, contact Dr. David Rayome, program director, at MBA@nmu.edu or 906-227-1802. Check out the MBA Web site: www.nmu.edu/MBA or NMU's Web site www.nmu.edu More: http://webb.nmu.edu/Colleges/Business/ WATCH TEDX TALKS RECORDED AT THE UNIVERSITY OF DENVER www.du.edu/tedxdu/ About TEDxDU On May 13, 2010, TEDxDU gathered experts and inventors, scientists and philosophers, activists and entrepreneurs on the University of Denver campus to share their personal stories and the passion that drives their action. TEDxDU was a celebration of DUing, with passion, laughter, emotion, ingenuity and ideas powerful enough to improve our lives and our world. True to the format of the TED conference, TEDxDU was a fast-paced afternoon of eclectic content ? thought provoking talks, musical performances, and short films ? designed to reconnect us to the power of ideas and optimism. A few highlights: Barry Hughes: Analyzing and Forecasting for Worldwide Solutions www.youtube.com/watch?v=at47WLuA8Ks What if the literacy rate in the developing world were increased? What if rising sea levels were to displace a billion people? Barry Hughes takes on global poverty to demonstrate his International Futures model, a scenario planning tool available free to all. Hughes, a professor in the University of Denver's Josef Korbel School for International Studies, created International Futures (IFs)?one of the most sophisticated global modeling systems ever developed. IFs integrates sociopolitical and economic factors, population, agriculture, energy, technology and environmental issues to forecast how different policy decisions might play out. Richard Lapchick: How Sport Changes Society www.youtube.com/watch?v=jHIOny_C2Jk Often described as "the social conscience of sport," Richard Lapchick knows the power of athletics to bring people of different backgrounds together. After earning an MA and a PhD in international studies from the University of Denver, he went on to lead a 20-year boycott of sports in South Africa to protest apartheid. Follow TEDxDU on twitter: twitter.com/tedxdu

Na na?em sajtu postavljeno je novo obave?tenje o apliciranju za američke vize. Sada je potrebno da popunite samo jedan, novi dokument. Pročitajte vi?e u dokumentu koji se nalazi u na?em delu sajta "Resursi" i "Va?ni linkovi". http://www.iacbg.org...sas_apply_e.pdf http://www.iacbg.org...sas_apply_l.pdf http://www.iacbg.org...sas_apply_c.pdf Dokumenta su napravljena na engleskom i srpskom jeziku, s time ?to je treći dokument na ćirilici.

Na na?em sajtu postavljeno je novo obave?tenje o SEVIS taksi i načinu plaćanja. Mo?ete ga preuzeti u delu sajta "Resursi" i "Va?ni linkovi". http://www.iacbg.org...ile/sevis_e.pdf http://www.iacbg.org...ile/sevis_l.pdf http://www.iacbg.org...ile/sevis_c.pdf Dokumenta su napravljena na engleskom i srpskom jeziku, s time ?to je treći dokument na ćirilici.

May 28, 2010 Embassy of the United States of America Belgrade Nonimmigrant Visa Application Fees to Increase Worldwide June 4 Beginning on June 4, 2010, Machine-Readable Visa (MRV) application fees will increase to ensure sufficient resources to cover the rising cost of processing nonimmigrant visas. For a number of reasons, including new security enhancements, the $131 fee set on January 1, 2008 no longer covers the current, actual cost of processing nonimmigrant visas. The increase will be implemented worldwide. Under the new schedule of fees, applicants for B1/B2 tourist and business visitor visas will pay a fee of $140. The vast majority of Serbian applicants apply for B1/B2 visas, which validity for Serbian citizens was increased on May 20th from three years to ten years. This means that 10-year visa will be valid for multiple entries and the visa fee will be paid once in every ten years. Applicants will be required to pay the full fee in effect on the day that they apply, regardless of when they paid. If an applicant has already paid their MRV fee at the bank prior to the date of the fee increase, the difference between the old and the new fees will be collected at the embassy during the applicant?s interview. For more information on other visa categories, please visit: http://travel.state.gov/visa/questions/news/news_4413.html 28. maj, 2010 Ambasada Sjedinjenih Američkih Dr?ava Beograd Nove takse za obradu zahteva za neuseljeničke vize od 4. juna ?irom sveta Od 4. juna 2010. godine, povećava se taksa za obradu zahteva kako bi se pokrili uvećani tro?kovi obrade neuseljeničkih viza. Iz brojnih razloga, uključujuće unapređenje bezbednosnih mera, taksa od 131 dolar ustanovljena 1. janura 2008. godine vi?e ne pokriva realne tro?kove obrade neuseljeničkih viza. Povećanje takse stupa na snagu u celom svetu. Prema novom tro?kovniku, taksa za B1/B2 turističke i poslovne vize je 140 dolara. Većina srpskih podnosioca molbi apliciraju upravo za B1/B2 kategoriju viza čije je va?enje za građane Srbije 20. maja produ?eno sa tri na deset godina. To znači da su desetogodi?nje vize validne za vi?e ulazaka i da će se taksa za obradu zahteva plaćati samo jednom u deset godina. Podnosioci zahteva za neuseljeničku vizu obavezni su da plate pun iznos nove takse na dan podno?enja zahteva, bez obzira da li su u ranijem period uplatili umanjen iznos za istu. Ukoliko je podnosilac zahteva uplatio taksu za obradu zahteva za vizu u banci pre datuma poskupljenja, razlika se naplaćuje na dan kada je zakazan razgovor za vizu. Za vi?e informacija o taksama za ostale vizne kategorije posetite: <a href="http://travel.state.gov/visa/questions/news/news_4413.html"'>http://travel.state.gov/visa/questions/news/news_4413.html" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 153); text-decoration: none; ">http://travel.state.gov/visa/questions/news/news_4413.html

The Evarts A. Graham Memorial Traveling Fellowship was established in 1951 by the American Association for Thoracic Surgery. Funded and administered through its Graham Education and Research Foundation, the Fellowship grant supports study by young cardiothoracic surgeons from outside North America at sites of their choice within North America and include travel between sites. Goals of the program are to broaden overall training and increase international contacts. Each Fellow should plan to have one primary center for his/her activities where he/she should spend six to nine months. The Fellow should have identified an individual at that center who will act as his/her sponsor and assist in planning the course of study at the host institution and at other institutions. In addition to the primary center, the Fellow is encouraged to plan to spend shorter periods of time at other secondary centers to enhance the Fellowship experience. Awards are made to surgeons of unique promise who have been regarded as having the potential for later international thoracic surgical leadership. Since the inception of the Graham Fellowship, 57 young surgeons from 29 countries have completed the Fellowship. The candidate must be a non-North American who plans a training program in a North American center and who has not had a significant training in North America prior to making application. Value of this fellowship The Fellowship provides a stipend of $75,000, a major portion of which is intended for travel expenses incurred when visiting other medical centers. The Fellowship also provides two round-trip coach air fares from the recipient's country to his/her primary center. The dates of the beginning and ending of the Fellowship year should be scheduled to coincide with the Annual Meetings of the American Association for Thoracic Surgery in May 7-11, 2011, Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia, PA and April 28 ? May 2, 2012, Moscone West Convention Center, San Francisco, CA. The Fellow will be introduced at the Graham Reception in Philadelphia and San Francisco and will be expected to submit a report summarizing his/her year's experience prior to the May 2011 Annual Council Meeting. Requirements Candidate should not have had extensive clinical training in North America prior to making application, and should be planning to return to their native country following the completion of their fellowship. "Extensive" clinical training shall mean any period of clinical training which exceeds a total of six months in duration. The Fellow should become involved predominantly with observation, consultation, teaching and research at a variety of thoracic surgical training centers during the twelve months. Patient contact will be determined by the sponsoring surgeon and will conform to the regulations and licensing requirements of the state, province, or country in which he/she is studying. A candidate should have completed his/her formal training in general surgery and in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery, but he/she should not have reached a senior position. Candidates must be sufficiently proficient in English to realize the full benefits of the Fellowship. Application Deadline: Deadline: July 1, 2010 Please address all letters to: Thoralf M. Sundt, M.D., Secretary American Association for Thoracic Surgery 900 Cummings Center Suite 221-U Beverly, MA 01915 978-927-8330 978-927-8330 Contact AATS

TUFTS UNIVERSITY, DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS Graduate Student Teaching Assistantships Applied Mathematics Due to unanticipated external funding, the Department of Mathematics at Tufts University still has a limited number of teaching assistantships for graduate students entering in September of 2010. Topics in applied mathematics that are actively researched in the department include multigrid methods, computational linear algebra, computational neuroscience, and computational fluid dynamics. Interested students should contact scott.maclachlan@tufts.edu as soon as possible, and refer to the web page http://gradstudy.tufts.edu/admissions/howtoapply.htm for general application requirements.

EducationUSA Weekly Update No. 182 * 31 May 2010 I. Scholarships and Fellowships - UG and Grad scholarships at University of Akron Business Programs II. News You Can Use - International students welcome to join Summer Session at University of California, Irvine - New Master of Science in International Sustainable Tourism at the University of North Texas - University of Dayton's Intensive English Program I. Scholarships and Fellowships The University of Akron College of Business Administration Offers Scholarships for Talented International Students The University of Akron College of Business Administration offers numerous scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students, including full tuition scholarships. A high percentage of Fulbright applicants are admitted and receive these scholarships, valued up to $40,000/year. The GMAT may be deferred for Fulbright scholars. Students may be admitted on the condition that they take the exam within their first semester of study. UA is proud to have hosted nearly 40 Fulbright, Amideast and USAID students in the past eleven years. They have studied masters' degree programs in the areas of e-business, accounting, finance, management, international business, marketing, health care, supply chain, information systems, human resources and taxation. The Fulbright/Amideast and USAID students contribute to the growth of the rest of our student body and we contribute to their growth as individuals. Akron was ranked one of the Princeton Review's "Best 301 Business Schools" in 2010 and our undergraduate programs were ranked in the top 100 business programs in Business Week's 2010 publication. UA is one of 167 business schools worldwide that has all of its programs, including Accounting, accredited by AACSB. We offer extraordinary opportunities to participate in hands-on, cross-functional, entrepreneurial team projects such as Austin BioInnovation Projects, Business Plan and Case competitions. Akron is located in a hub of business activity with Fortune 1000 companies headquartered in the Akron area including The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company, Progressive Insurance, Eaton Corporation, Parker Hannifin, Sherwin Williams, Key Corp., Timken, FirstEnergy, J.M. Smucker, A. Schulman, Lubrizol and Medical Mutual of Ohio. Top ranked Health Care Systems in our area include the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, University Hospitals of Cleveland, Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospitals, Summa Health Systems, Akron Children's Hospital and Akron General Medical Center For more information on academic programs: www.uakron.edu/cba For scholarship information: http://www.uakron.ed...ships/index.dot Contact: Myra Weakland, MBA Assistant Director University of Akron College of Business Email: myra1@uakron.edu ************************************************************* II. News You Can Use International Students Welcome to join Summer Session at University of California, Irvine Spend your summer in California Summer Session at UC Irvine provides international students the opportunity to learn from distinguished faculty, study with UCI undergraduate students, and select from over 800 courses in areas such as literature, art history, engineering, physical sciences, economics, and business. Not only can students earn transfer credits, but also study in one of the nation's top universities located in beautiful Orange County in Southern California. Students may choose from two 5-week sessions: June 21st - July 28th and August 2nd - September 8th. There are two program options. Students with good English skills can enroll full-time in two courses. Students who want to improve their English skills may enroll in the Combo Program and take one ESL course and one 5-week Summer Session course. We would be happy to offer students that apply to our Summer Session program due to this announcement a free city trip to either Santa Monica (Session I) or Hollywood (Session II). For further information and entrance requirements visit www.summer.uci.edu/services/students/intl_visiting/ or contact Christian Vetter at cvetter@uci.edu. Christian Vetter Program Specialist Summer Session for Internationals University of California, Irvine - Extension c.vetter@uci.edu Phone: (949) 824-4128 ************************************************************* New Master of Science in International Sustainable Tourism at the University of North Texas Application Deadline: July 1, 2010 The Master of Science in International Sustainable Tourism is the first joint degree program at UNT. The degree is in partnership with CATIE (Tropical Agricultural Research and Higher Education Center) and will educate graduate students for management and leadership in the international sustainable tourism industry. Students receive one degree with both institutions' credentials, thus allowing the evaluation of sustainable tourism through each institution's strengths of scientific, policy, and operational perspectives of hospitality management. The UNT/CATIE Master of Science in International Sustainable Tourism is the only graduate program of its kind in the United States and Costa Rica. Its unique interdisciplinary perspective allows for the application of sustainable tourism not only in two countries, but around the world, leading to unparalleled career opportunities for graduates. UNT and CATIE are both high-quality research institutions with outstanding teaching facilities, libraries, computer labs, research resources, and student services. Students will participate in class research, case studies, and other investigations throughout the joint graduate degree program. A field work experience with a linked research project and presentation is required for the final capstone course at CATIE; students will gain practical experience in tourist destinations, NGOs, and/or governmental organizations in Costa Rica as part of the joint graduate program. Apply now for Fall 2010! The deadline is July 1 for international students currently in the US. To submit a prospect sheet, and for all admissions requirements, documents, and deadlines, please visit: www.smhm.unt.edu/mist/start_here.html. Dickie Hargrave International Recruitment University of North Texas dickie@unt.edu www.unt.edu ************************************************************* Learn English while developing your interpersonal communication skills through the University of Dayton's three-week Intensive English Program Application deadline: June 25, 2010 The University of Dayton's Intensive English Program offers a three-week summer intersession term for English learners who are interested in studying at a U.S. institution, July 8-30, 2010. The Intensive English Program provides: ? instruction in grammar, pronunciation, listening, reading and writing ? small class sizes and individual attention ? highly knowledgeable instructors ? conversation partner and tutoring program ? involvement in University of Dayton student clubs on campus ? interaction with American and international students at the University of Dayton The University of Dayton Intensive English Program is an approved member of the American Association of Intensive English Programs. For more information and to apply: http://iep.udayton.e...ion/default.asp Contact: Associate Director of International Recruitment Office of Admission ? IEP University of Dayton 300 College Park Dayton, OH 45469-1301 Phone: 1-937-229-4351 E-mail: goglobal@udayton.edu

No. 181 · 24 May 2010 I. Scholarships and Fellowships - Undergraduate: Global Excellence Scholarships at the University of Minnesota – up to $4,000 - LL.M.: International scholarships available at American University, Washington College of Law - Fellowships @ The Wilson Center 2010-2011 II. News You Can Use - Diablo Valley College still accepting applications from international students - Online TOEFL Tutorial with East Tennessee State University - How I Got into Harvard with Full Financial Aid – EdUSA Interview with Ana Angelovska on YouTube - Enter the ExchangesConnect "Share Your Story" Contest and win I. Scholarships and Fellowships GLOBAL EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIPS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA Are you a high-achieving student who is tired of filling out scholarship applications? At the University of Minnesota, all incoming international freshmen and transfer students are automatically eligible to receive one of the limited number of Global Excellence Scholarships. You do not need to fill out a separate application to be considered for the scholarships, which are awarded in the amount of $4,000 or $2,000 for up to four years. Furthermore, it is quite an honor to receive these competitive, merit-based scholarships, since students are considered for these awards based on an overall assessment of their admission application. For more information on becoming one of the 4,000 world-class international students and scholars at the University of Minnesota, please visit www.passport.umn.edu. Minnesota English Language Program (MELP) Whether you are struggling with English or simply seeking to perfect your language skills to excel in a university setting, the Minnesota English Language Program (MELP) offers credit and non-credit English courses to meet your unique needs. Offered since 1968, MELP courses are taught year-round by friendly, high-skilled teachers. Enrolled MELP students have access to cutting-edge technology and a wealth of University resources, facilities, and support services. Choose the program that works for you: short-term customized programs, TOEFL Test Preparation, or the Academic English Program, which you can take at the same time you are pursuing a degree at the University of Minnesota. The application deadline for each term is seven weeks prior to the start of classes, but it is advisable to send all application documents at least two months prior to the beginning of the term in which you intend to enroll. Please visit www.cce.umn.edu/Minnesota-English-Language-Program/ http://admissions.tc...holarships.html www.facebook.com/UofMN www.youtube.com/user/UniversityofMinn INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE AT AMERICAN UNIVERSITY WASHINGTON COLLEGE OF LAW - EDUSA CONNECTS WEBCHAT ON LL.M. PROGRAMS IN THE U.S. International Scholarships available at American University Washington College of Law EducationUSA hosted a webchat on LL.M. Programs in the U.S on May 20, 2010. Rosie Edmond, Assistant Director of Admissions for the International Legal Studies Program (ILSP) at American University Washington College of Law answered questions regarding application procedures, scholarships, the bar exam and careers in law. Useful links: International Legal Studies Program - Washington College of Law, American University www.wcl.american.edu/ilsp Summer Programs open to law students at American University www.wcl.american.edu/summer/dc INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS: To find out more about full-tuition and other partial scholarships offered to international students, visit: www.wcl.american.edu/ilsp/scholarly_competitions.cfm Highlights of the session: Q: I'm Armenian by nationality I got a higher education (degree) in Armenia. Now I would like to apply for a scholarship for LL.M. programs in the U.S. Do I have any chances to get a scholarship? Rosie Edmond: Yes, you should apply to the Fulbright grant, but also check with the schools directly. Some (but not all) have scholarships for foreign lawyers. American University offers 5 full scholarships for our LL.M. in International Legal Studies. Q: What do you think makes applicants competitive for those 5 full scholarships available for an LL.M. at American? Rosie Edmond: Excellent writing skills because it is solely based on that. The scholarship requires the applicant to submit a 750 word essay on a major international legal issue and a 250 word essay on what that winner would do to give back to the Washington College of Law community. They use the essay to judge legal knowledge and writing skills. Q: I will apply for LL.M. programs in the USA this year. My goal is to receive the Magister Degree. I have a diploma of Specialist of Law with honors and some work experience. Do I need to pass a specific exam for LL.M. or just the TOEFL? What is the required score for TOEFL? Rosie Edmond: Most LL.M.s require the following: Application form, TOEFL/IELTS/PTE, 2 letters of recommendation, transcripts and degree certification. American University requires 93 but other schools might be higher. Q: Greetings from Denmark. I would like to know how you view (or others you know of) work experience when applying for an LL.M.? Many Danish students want to go straight after their bachelors (first professional degree in Denmark). Can that be a problem? Rosie Edmond: That depends on the school and the program. For AU our LL.M. wants both recent grads and those with work experience in order to enhance the program's diversity. Some more business oriented programs may want applicants with more experience. Sorry this is not a one size fits all answer. Q: Greetings from Ukraine. I know that many universities in the USA require students to pass the LSAT. What is the required score for LSAT? Rosie Edmond: The LSAT is only required for JD programs and not for an LL.M. The top schools will only accept applicants in the 90% (Harvard, NYU, etc.) The highest score is 180. Q: As a European student, can you practice as a lawyer in the U.S. once you have completed an LL.M? Rosie Edmond: In order to practice law in the U.S., you need to pass the bar. Please note that each state has its own bar, so if you pass the bar in NY you can't practice in California. Also if your goal is to practice in the U.S., an LL.M. is not a shortcut. I suggest applying to a JD program. Many of our graduates, however, do pass the NY bar but end up working at the World Bank, IMF or other international organization or firm. Q: What kinds of internships do students do? Is it difficult for international students to find an internship? Rosie Edmond: As long as they are law related, a student can be an intern practically anywhere. Here in DC the opportunities are endless. We have placed students at the World Bank, IMF, OAS, embassies, and law firms. Most schools have a career office where students are given tools on how to market themselves. Q: I have learned about the WCL Summer Academy on Human Rights and Humanitarian Law - is it connected in some way to the LL.M. Program? Also, are there scholarship available for this particular event? Does one have to attend WCL to be eligible for the Academy? Thank you. Rosie Edmond: Yes, the HR academy is connected, although admission is separate. The HR, International Arbitration and International Environmental law academies are independent from the LL.M. program, but are all part of WCL. They are open to practitioners, law students and professors. Students interested in pursuing an LL.M. can transfer up to 4 credits to the ILSP. The academies have their own scholarships, but the ILSP does offer special scholarships (for the LL.M.) for participants of these academies. The academy takes place here in DC but most of the professors are Human Rights experts from all over the world. FELLOWSHIPS @ THE WILSON CENTER 2010-2011 - SOCIAL SCIENCES, HUMANITIES AND MORE The Center awards approximately 20-25 residential fellowships annually to individuals with outstanding project proposals in a broad range of the social sciences and humanities on national and/or international issues. Topics and scholarship should relate to key public policy challenges or provide the historical and/or cultural framework to illuminate policy issues of contemporary importance. Eligibility Citizens or permanent residents from any country (foreign nationals must be able to hold a valid passport and obtain a J1 Visa) Men and women with outstanding capabilities and experience from a wide variety of -backgrounds (including government, the corporate world, professions, and academia) Academic candidates holding a Ph.D. (Ph.D. must be received by the application deadline of October 1) Academic candidates demonstrating scholarly achievement by publications beyond their doctoral dissertations Practitioners or policymakers with an equivalent level of professional achievement English proficiency as the Center is designed to encourage the exchange of ideas among its fellows www.wilsoncenter.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=Fellowships.welcome II. News You Can Use DIABLO VALLEY COLLEGE STILL ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FROM INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Application Deadline for the Fall Semester: July 1, 2010 Diablo Valley College is one of three publicly supported two-year community colleges in the Contra Costa Community College District. The main campus is located off Interstate 680 in Pleasant Hill, California and twenty miles east of UC Berkeley. A new San Ramon Valley Center in Dougherty Valley opened its doors to students in November of 2006. DVC serves more than 22,000 students of all ages with these program options: • Associate in Arts Degree • Associate in Science Degree • Transfer credit to four year colleges • Articulation agreements with University of California and California State University Systems • Vocational training • Certificates of Achievement • Certificates of Accomplishment • Lifelong personal improvement opportunities Top Reasons to Choose DVC: * Number 1 transfer college to UC Berkeley (51% or the international students transferred to UCB, UCLA, or UCSD.) * Transfer Agreement Guarantees TAGS to UC Irvine, Davis, San Diego and Santa Barbara and ALL of the California state universities. (UC San Diego is only in the last 2 months) * Reasonable tuition: @ $5000 per year * Students without the TOEFL can attend our English language center (IEC) and by passing the highest level are admitted to DVC. * Great location and weather very near San Francisco International Education Center at Diablo Valley College (IEC) IEC offers six levels of English. The programs are structured to increase students' fluency in the English language and prepare them for academic studies at DVC or other universities. There are 24 hours of class per week in addition to IEC organizes volunteer programs, conversation partner programs and many activities for students. www.iec-dvc.org/application.html Four excellent reasons to study English at IEC • No TOEFL is required to transfer to DVC. Students who complete the highest level of English at IEC have direct entry into DVC without taking the TOEFL. • Highly motivated students: Over 95% of IEC students continue on to DVC or other universities. • Excellent Instructors: All instructors have a Master's Degree and extensive overseas and US teaching experience, and speak at least one other language. • Excellent Student Services: Many organized activities, volunteer and community service opportunities, as well as university and general advising. Contact information and websites: International Education Center at Diablo Valley College (IEC) 246 Golf Club Road, Pleasant Hill, California 94523, USA Ph: +1 (925) 676-4600 · Fax: +1 (925) 676-4200 · email: iec@dvc.edu · web: www.iec-dvc.org Diablo Valley College (DVC) 321 Golf Club Road, Pleasant Hill, California 94523, USA Ph: +1 (925) 685-1230 ext.2077 · Fax: +1 (925) 691-9503 · email: isas@dvc.edu · web: www.dvc.edu www.dvc.edu/isas www.facebook.com/pages/Pleasant-Hill-CA/Diablo-Valley-College/36613561655 TOEFL TUTORIAL NOW ONLINE WITH EAST TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY TUTORIAL for TOEFL: Test of English as a Foreign Language Beginning July 2010, we offer an intensive online professional development program designed to help prepare international citizens for the official TOEFL examination. Do you have a computer? If so, register for these lessons online (cost is $350 US) and use your own personal computer to complete the program of study. All materials are provided. Application for admission to ETSU is NOT required. The course of study is 5 weeks only. The first session will be held July 6—August 17, 2010. You must register no later than July 2, 2010. Lessons are structured over five weeks and give you direct, real-time access to the professor at pre-arranged times. This program will prepare English learners for the iBT TOEFL, including instruction in vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and the skills required for the reading, writing, listening, and speaking sections of the iBT TOEFL. Highlights: All materials provided online. Professor qualified in teaching English as a 2nd / foreign language. Participants receive frequent personal updates of their perform-ance on exercises and assignments. Practice exams designed to follow iBT TOEFL format. Participants can submit sound files and receive instruction on pronun-ciation. Lessons provide training in spoken and written forms of all words on the entire Academic Word List. Participants have frequent, real-time interactions with the professor. Professor available to answer ques-tions by email. Participants practice skills that contribute to successful performance on TOEFL exams, such as speech organization, transition usage, identifying rhetorical mode, paraphrasing, and many more. All sections of the TOEFL exam are included. ETSU On-line Registration: http://etsuaw.etsu.e...ct/ace/home.htm QUESTIONS? VISIT the website for the ETSU Office of Professional Development: www.etsu.edu/academicaffairs/scs/professionaldevelopment ETSU and Social Media ETSU on Facebook: www.facebook.com/easttennesseestateuniversity ETSU International Students www.facebook.com/pages/Johnson-City-TN/ETSU-International-Students/367890682936?ref=mf The ETSU Youtube channel: www.youtube.com/user/EastTennesseeState International scholarship playlist coming soon! ETSU has an iTunes U page. Go to www.etsu.edu and click on "ETSU podcasts." Select the "international student scholarships" podcast to see testimonial videos from current ETSU international students, spoken in their first languages. HOW I GOT INTO HARVARD WITH FULL FINANCIAL AID Ana Angelovska, a senior from NOVA high school in Macedonia, received a full scholarship at Harvard and shared her success story with high school students at the American Corner Skopje on April 29th, 2010. Key points she mentioned that contributed to her getting accepted, other than academic performance and test scores, include: - a carefully crafted personal statement; - obtaining references from several sources, including: teachers, her college counselor, and a community service coordinator; - highlighting her volunteer and community service experiences as extracurricular activities. What was the biggest challenge for Ana? "For me, the most challenging admission process was the writing of the supplements, because some schools do not make interviews, and those supplements are the only glimpse of your personality that you input in your applications. All of the rest is grades and data." She recommends starting your college search early and devoting enough time to prepare the application package. Watch the video at: www.youtube.com/watch?v=9HnxjM2ZkHI ENTER THE EXCHANGESCONNECT "SHARE YOUR STORY" CONTEST AND WIN Alumni of exchange programs are invited to submit their stories regarding their exchange experience on the social networking site of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. If your story is chosen to be published, you will receive an ExchangesConnect T-shirt and will have a chance to win a Flip Video Camcorder. For contest rules, and to submit your story, visit: http://connect.state.gov.

Medjunarodni akademski centar i ove godine pokreće specijalni eksterni program za sve one koji nisu u mogućnosti da se pripremaju za studije u SAD u na?im prostorijama. Program je zami?ljen tako da obuhvata i pripremu za ispite i razradu strategije izbora i prijavljivanja na ?eljene institucije daljeg obrazovanja. Prvi eksterni program koji započinjemo je za osnovne studije. Od knjiga se dobijaju "Cracking SAT 2009", "11 Practice SATs", i "Cracking TOEFL iBT 2009". Sve tri knjige su izdate od strane kompanije Princeton Review. Članovi eksternog programa pripreme dobijaju DVD sa najaktuelnijim materijalom sa američkih koled?a i univerziteta, DVD sa paketom informacija o studiranju u SAD, prezentacijama i obja?njenjima i drugi promotivni materijal. Tokom intenzivnog perioda rada, od avgusta do decembra, organizuje se 24 radna sata radionica u na?im prostorijama. U pitanju su uvodni sastanak o procesu, vremenskim ograničenjima i analizi sopstvenih mogućnosti, SAT radionice, TOEFL radionice, a potom se radi na pronala?enju odgovarajućih ?kola, izradi eseja i pisama preporuke, kao i sačinjavanju kompletnog paketa aplikacija za koled?e i univerzitete. U istom tom intenzivnom periodu rada organizuje se 24 radna sata on line podr?ke o ?kolama, apliciranju, finansijskoj pomoći i strategiji prijema. Kandidati u okviru eksterne pripreme imaju jednu simulaciju TOEFL testa sa ocenjivanjem koja ulazi u cenu. Tokom perioda članarine, koja traje godinu dana, dobija se 15 odsto popusta na specijalne seminare za izradu eseja za koled?e, 50 odsto popusta na prvi mesec priprema za testove u na?im prostorijama, kao i kontinuirano obave?tavanje o ?kolarinama tokom godine. Tokom perioda pripreme moguće je pozajmljivati knjige "Eye on Apply", "368 Best Colleges", SAT Subject test knjige, "Road to College" i jo? naslova koji se u međuvremenu mogu pojaviti. Cena programa iznosi 15,000 dinara. Slanje osnovnog materijala po?tom je uključeno u cenu. Rok za prijavu je 15. avgust 2010. godine. Po?aljite upit o programu ili zahtev da se prijavite na eksterni_program@iacbg.org ili na office@iacbg.org. Mo?ete nas nazvati da postavite pitanja tokom radnog vremena na 011/334 5227.

Tema je pomerena sa Early Decision jer se ta rana odluka odnosi na ne?to drugo od va?e dileme. U ceo proces pretrage i pripreme je po?eljno krenuti barem godinu i po ili dve godine pre ?eljenog početka studiranja. To se odnosi i na pripreme za GMAT i GRE, mada i raniji početak nije problematičan. U su?tini, ?to se pre pripremite, to će vam biti bolje, jer će biti vi?e vremena za ve?banje i eventualni ponovljeni izlazak na test. Van?kolske aktivnosti u va?em slučaju mogu da koriste, ali i dosta onoga ?to je vezano za struku - projekti, prakse, naučni radovi... Za vi?e informacija planirajte da svratite na neko od na?ih besplatnih savetovanja za postdiplomske studije.

http://www.ac-see.or...recruitment.htm The competition for JFDP 2010 is open! The Junior Faculty Development Program provides university instructors with a semester-long opportunity to expand their knowledge and expertise in their academic field by attending classes and working with faculty members at universities in the United States. Individuals may apply for fields in the humanities and social sciences. The JFDP is a program of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the United States Department of State (ECA). American Councils for International Education: ACTR/ACCELS, an American non-profit, non-governmental organization, receives a grant from ECA to administer the JFDP, and oversee each participant's successful completion of the program. The United States Congress annually appropriates funds to finance the JFDP, and authorizes the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs to oversee these funds. Eligibility: 1) Citizens of Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Kosovo, Macedonia, Montenegro, and Serbia 2) Teaching full-time in an institution of higher education in your home country; 3) Have at least two years of university-level teaching experience 4) Highly proficient in English. JFDP fields for 2010?2011 are as follows: American Studies International Affairs Political Science Architecture & Urban Planning Journalism Psychology Fine Arts/Arts Management Law Public Administration Business Administration Library Science Public Health Cultural Anthropology Linguistics Public Policy Economics Literature Religious Studies Education Administration Peace/Conflict Studies Social Work Environmental Studies Philosophy Sociology History DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION SUBMISSION: JULY 9, 2010 If you would like us to e-mail you about this program, please send us an e-mail and we will add you to our distribution list. Not sure you want to participate? Want to hear from colleagues who have been on the program? To hear about the experiences of former participants of the JFDP program, please visit our JFDP ALUMNI PROFILES section. An online application and a downloadable, printable application will be available at this website soon. Check back at this website for updates.

THE U.S. EMBASSY ? BELGRADE ANNOUNCES THE 2011-2012 ACADEMIC YEAR ANNUAL COMPETITION FOR THE HUBERT H. HUMPHREY FELLOWSHIP FOR CITIZENS OF SERBIA THE COMPETITION IS OPEN FROM MAY 10 TO JULY 31, 2010 The Office of Public Affairs of the Embassy of the United States of America in Belgrade announces the competition for 2011-2012 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship for Serbia. The Humphrey Program is a Fulbright program that brings accomplished mid-level professionals to the U.S. for 10-months of combined academic (NON-DEGREE) and professional work. Fellows are selected based on potential for leadership and commitment to public service. By providing future leaders and policy makers with experience in U.S. society, culture and professional fields, the program provides a basis for lasting, productive ties between Americans and their professional counterparts overseas. The Humphrey Fellowship is granted competitively to public and private sector candidates with strong leadership potential and a commitment to public service in the following fields: Agricultural and Rural Developmental Communications/Journalism Economic Development/Finance and Banking Educational Administration, Planning and Policy Higher Education Administration HIV/AIDS Policy and Prevention Human Resource Management Law and Human Rights Natural Resources, Environmental Policy, and Climate Change Public Health Policy and Management Public Policy Analysis and Public Administration Substance Abuse Education, Treatment and Prevention Teaching of English as a Foreign Language (Teacher Training or Curriculum Development) Technology Policy and Management Trafficking in Persons, Policy and Prevention Urban and Regional Planning BASIC REQUIREMENTS: Serbian citizenship, permanent employment in Serbia, university degree, and English proficiency (with a minimum TOEFL test score of 525 paper-based, or 195 computer-based). RECRUITMENT: Appropriate candidates are mid-career professionals in leadership positions who have the required experience, skills and commitment to public service and potential for advancement in their professions; Applicants must have a minimum of five years of professional experience and should be policy, rather than research or technically oriented (the exception is NIDA-funded applicants who must demonstrate a research orientation). NIDA-FUNDED HUMPHREY FELLOWSHIPS (DRUG ABUSE): The drug abuse component of the field of public health policy and management emphasizes drug abuse education, treatment, and prevention. Fellowships funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) target more specialized candidates. Appropriate candidates for NIDA-funded Humphrey Fellowships include mid-level researchers, research managers and policy makers in universities, drug abuse prevention or treatment programs, health or social services industries of medical facilities. Candidates preferably should have a doctoral degree or equivalent in medicine, health, behavioral or social science. Professionals employed by social welfare, education or community-based organizations would be appropriate if they meet the general eligibility criteria. Law enforcement candidates are not eligible unless they have a public health focus on drug abuse epidemiology. Education, treatment and prevention, and meet the requirements to follow a program based in a school of public health. NOT ELIGIBLE: --Recent university graduates, university teachers or academic researchers with no management responsibilities (except in the field of the Teaching of English as a Foreign Language and Substance Abuse Education, Treatment and Prevention); --Individuals who have attended a graduate school in the U.S. for more than one academic year during the past six years, and individuals with other recent U.S. experience (more than six months during the past four years); --Local employees of the U.S. Mission in Serbia who work for the U.S. Department of State, and members of their families, as well as individuals with dual U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent resident status. DEPENDENTS: The Humphrey Fellowship stipend is not sufficient to support anyone but the grantee, and the award does not include additional allowances for dependents. Candidates who are planning to have dependents join them in the U.S. following arrival in the U.S. should bear in mind the high cost of living in the U.S. and must show proof of adequate personal funds to cover living expenses and dependents' health insurance. APPLICATIONS: The deadline for receipt of applications is July 31, 2010 Application forms can be found at: http://apply.embark....hrey/fellowship ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS: copy of passport (face page); evidence of employment in Serbia (letter from employer confirming employment); certified transcript(s) and university diploma(s); certified English language translations of diploma(s) and transcript(s); curriculum vitae, TOEFL scores (if available); and original letters of reference. Additional documents should be mailed to the following address by July 31, 2010: American Embassy Public Affairs Office Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Kneza Milosa 50 11000 Belgrade SELECTION: Following a technical review, candidates will be invited for an interview in September, after which time the most successful candidates will be registered for the TOEFL test. The final selection and placement will be made in March of 2011, in Washington. For additional information about Humphrey Scholarship: Email: stojanovicd@state.gov Tel: 011/306-4771

http://www.linktv.or...angefilmcontest Link TV, a television channel providing global perspectives on news, events and culture, is calling for entries of five-minute films that tell stories of progress in developing countries. These films will be entered in Link TV's ViewChange Online Film Contest. Deadline: August 31. Submitted films may cover efforts to help end poverty, disease, hunger, conflict, inequality and illiteracy in developing countries. Films may be submitted by professional or amateur filmmakers and may be filmed in any format -- documentary, short drama, music video, animation or other formats. A panel of judges will select the winner, who will receive US$20,000.

http://www.worldpuls...rograms/mystory New Writing Opportunity to Have Your Voice Heard In Our Own Words: Holding Hands Do you have a story that begins with another person's hand in yours? Do you have strong memories of the wrinkled hand of a beloved grandmother? Has your life been changed by the grasping hand of a child? The reassuring hand of a friend? This year World Pulse kicked off a new feature in our print magazine called My Story. My Story highlights personal stories of women around the world describing pivotal experiences in their lives, in their own words. For our next edition, themed Embody, we are asking for submissions on the topic of "Holding Hands." We invite you to tell us a story about "holding hands," whatever this phrase evokes in you. Do you see holding hands as a revolutionary act? An opening for a heart connection? A bridge across generations? A cure for loneliness? An antidote to violence? Can holding hands change the world? Your story might explore themes of mentorship, connection, taboo, solidarity, violence, relationships, sensuality, family, love, friendship, healing, bridging difference, or anything in between. We encourage you to broadly interpret the theme. Everyone who participates will self-publish their story on our social networking website, PulseWire, and 6-8 stories will be chosen for publication in the Fall 2010 edition of World Pulse Magazine. The top three stories, in addition to being published, will receive a $100 honorarium and everyone whose stories are chosen for publication will receive a copy of the magazine. How to Participate Here are the three steps to take. Get started today! Register an account on PulseWire here and fill out your profile. To be considered you must fill out a complete profile. Join the "My Story" group on PulseWire. We will use this group to make announcements. Post your story to your personal journal. To do this: Go to "My Pulse" on the top navigation bar. Select "Post to My Journal." Choose a creative title for your post. In the "Tags" field, enter MyStory2010. Submissions without this Tag will not be considered. Write your submission in the journal entry field. Remember to keep the word count to 400 or less. Click "Submit" and you're done! My Story Guidelines Topic: Holding Hands. We encourage creative interpretations of this general theme, but the piece must be non-fiction. We look for unique, honest, personal, and creative entries that showcase the true-life stories of women and their allies in their own words. Speak your truth and let your story be told! Length: 400 words, maximum. Dates: Submit your story between now and June 4, 2010. All stories must be submitted by 11:59pm, PST on June 4, 2010. Please use the time and date converter tool here to find out when this is in your local time. Only one story per person will be evaluated. We look forward to reading your story about Holding Hands. Thank you for joining us and sharing your voice with the world!

U Bujanovcu ce 31. maja biti organizovano posebno predavanje za osnovne i postdiplomske studije. Početak predavanja je zakazan za 17 sati. Prijavite se direktno pozivom Americkom kutku u Bujanovcu.

http://www.internati...usip-jennings-1 The U.S. Institute of Peace Jennings Randolph program calls for applicants for the 2011-2012 Senior Fellowship Program: The Jennings Randolph (JR) Program for International Peace awards approximately 12 residential Senior Fellowships each year to allow outstanding scholars, practitioners, policymakers, journalists, and other professionals the opportunity to conduct research on peace, conflict, and international security while taking advantage of their time in Washington D.C. to make connections with other scholars and practitioners both inside and outside USIP. These in-house fellowships normally last for ten months starting in October 2011. Fellowships are open to citizens of any country and include a stipend of up to $100,000. Website and more application information available at http://www.usip.org/...lowship-program. The application deadline is September 8th, 2010.

Young designers, e-content creators, writers and bloggers (up to 30 years old) from around the world are invited to submit digital content to the World Summit Youth Award (WSYA) competition. Deadline to apply: June 20. The WSYA will select and promote the best works that demonstrate young people?s potential to create outstanding, creative digital content. Nominations include: Fight Poverty, Hunger and Disease; Education for All; Power 2 Women; Create Your Culture; Go Green; and Pursue Truth! WSYA serves as a platform for people from all UN member states to work together in efforts to reduce poverty and hunger, and to tackle ill-health, gender inequality, lack of education, lack of access to clean water and environmental degradation. An international jury of 12 experts will evaluate the projects in two rounds of online judging, and three winners in each category will be selected. To get more information, visit http://www.youthaward.org

http://www.upiu.com/...round-the-world UPIU.com invites you to join a moderated chat with six student journalists from six countries on the obstacles and challenges they face in their j-pursuits. REGISTER for the event at:http://ijchat.eventbrite.com WATCH or JOIN IN on the chat on Sunday May 30 (check below for different time zones) at:http://tinychat.com/ijchat Be sure to check the exact time in your time zone! For those of you in Eastern Standard Time, it is Sunday, May 30 at 1 AM Tweet questions or comments to @UPIU with ijchat Email hgondo @ upi.com for more information.

Applications are being accepted for the Mellon Post-Doctoral Fellowship at Kenyon College. Intended to complement the College's Yarbrough Dissertation Fellowship program the post-doctoral program creates a one-year teaching fellowship in the humanities or humanistic social sciences for holders of PhD's who come from under-represented and disadvantaged backgrounds. The program seeks to attract recent recipients of doctoral degrees whose research focus is in international fields of study, including comparative or cross-cultural scholarship. Kenyon will provide a stipend of $50,000, plus insurance and health benefits, and a small moving allowance. The College will also provide some allowance to cover research, travel to conferences, and professional expenses. To be eligible, candidates must have completed a PhD in a humanities discipline or humanistic social science discipline from an accredited university prior to the commencement of the fellowship. Generally, the program seeks fellows with doctorates in one of the following fields: African Diaspora Studies, American Studies, Anthropology, Art History, Asian Studies, Classics, Dance, Drama, Economics, English, Environmental Studies, History, Humanities, International Studies, Legal Studies, Modern Languages and Literature, Music, Philosophy, Political Science, Public Policy, Psychology, Religious Studies, Sociology, and Women's and Gender Studies. As a reflection of Kenyon's commitment to promoting diversity in thought and experience within the academy, this fellowship is intended for members of under-represented groups (e.g. ethnic minorities; women in fields that are occupied predominantly by men, or men in fields that are occupied predominantly by women; and persons who are first-generation college graduates within their families). Review of applications will begin June 1, 2010, and will continue until the fellowship is awarded. For more information: http://www.kenyon.edu/x51234 Apply online: https://employment.kenyon.edu