A new course that may be of interest to GEOG students is PLCY388J “State & Local Government”. Learning about local vs state policy differences can help with understanding spatial differences when you study the United States. Consider taking it!
Month: December 2024
Are you looking for a PAID summer internship that will give you research experience in the behavioral and social sciences?
The SRI program is designed to encourage and enhance the diversity of scholars working in social and behavioral science, practice, teaching, and policy fields. The program provides rising juniors and seniors with an 8-week intensive experience to develop research skills, learn about doctoral training, and increase graduate training readiness.
The 2025 BSOS SRI runs from June 2, 2025 – July 25, 2025
Participating BSOS Departments include African American and Africana Studies, Anthropology, Criminology & Criminal Justice, Economics, Geographical Sciences, Government & Politics, Hearing & Speech Sciences, Program in Neuroscience and Cognitive Science, Psychology, and Sociology.
The SRI provides:
A $3,000 stipend (before taxes)
A $780 stipend to cover weekend meal expenses
Travel to/from College Park, Maryland
University housing and meals
Program activities
APPLICATION DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Questions? Contact the SRI Coordinator, Ms. Brittney Robinson at brobins7@umd.edu
Apply here: https://bsos.umd.edu/diversity/summer-research-initiative
I’m excited to share that applications are now open for the 2025 BSOS Summer Research Initiative (SRI).
I’m reaching out to request your support with promotion and recruitment. Attached, you’ll find two SRI advertisements: a concise graphic and a detailed PDF.
As a reminder, the SRI is a paid summer internship designed to increase the representation of underrepresented students pursuing graduate studies and careers in the social sciences.
LAST CALL!!!
Attention 2nd year students studying atmospheric and oceanic sciences, environmental engineering, environmental sciences or policy, or ANY major with a strong environmental focus:
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Hollings Scholarship provides two-year academic scholarships (up to a maximum of $9,500 per year) for full-time study, and a 10-week, full-time, paid internship position ($700/week) the summer after junior year at a NOAA facility.
To learn more, noaahollings
Deadline to apply: Friday, January 31, 2025
Eligibility requirements: applicants for Hollings Scholarships must be US Citizens; and must have GPA’s of 3.0 or higher each semester and in their major. Students in their 2nd year who have "junior standing" by credits ARE eligible.