Graduate School Newsletter

December 5, 2023

Hello Kathleen,


As we find ourselves at the end of the semester, let us appreciate the journey we've undertaken together throughout this academic year. In this issue, we're bringing you faculty spotlights, professional opportunities, community events, scholarships, and more. December is a festive season full of joy, reflection, and gratitude, so soak it up. Wishing you success during finals week!


Warm Regards,

The Graduate School

Faculty Spotlight

Welcome Julie Powell!


Julie Powell is joining CSU Pueblo this December and will serve as the Professional Learning & Career Advancement Specialist for the Graduate School. In this role, Julie will serve students by creating opportunities for students to navigate graduate school, enhance their skills, develop their careers, and achieve their professional goals. Julie earned her bachelor's degree in anthropology and global studies from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She completed her master's degree in Higher Education and a certificate in academic advising from Angelo State University. Julie has previously supported K-12 students as well as community college students in her past roles. She brings with her two years of work-based learning experience in which she helped students improve their employability skills and earn promotions at their workplaces. She is passionate about supporting and ensuring the success of students, particularly those interested in career advancement. Julie looks forward to working with CSU Pueblo graduate students and utilizing her expertise to support them.

Upcoming Campus Resources

Announcements

2024-2025 FAFSA Form


There are major changes and improvements coming to the 2024–25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form. This redesigned and streamlined FAFSA form will be available by Dec. 31, 2023.



Learn More

Community Events

Scholarship and Grant Opportunities

AIAA Graduate Award


The AIAA Foundation provides graduate awards annually for graduate students in science or engineering programs. 


Mechanical and Industrial engineering majors are encouraged to apply 


Award: $1,000-$5,000 awards available 


Deadline: January 31, 2024, by 11:59 EST 

Apply here

HSB Harlaxton Scholarship


Study Marketing at Harlaxton, England in Summer 2024


In summer 2024, students from the CSU System (CSU and CSU-Pueblo) may take two marketing courses with Dr. Ian Brennan at Harlaxton College, England.


Award: $1,400 (reduces Harlaxton Program Fee to $3,945)


Deadline: Sunday, December 17, 2023


More Information here.

Apply Here

The Truman Scholarship


The Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation is the federal memorial to our thirty-third President. Awards merit-based scholarships to college students who plan to pursue careers in government or elsewhere in public service. 

 

Award: up to $30,000 


Deadline: February 6, 2024, by 11:59  

Apply Here

EDF Climate Corps Fellowship


Climate Corps fellows are graduate students who work with companies, public institutions, and non-profit organizations to meet climate commitments by identifying opportunities to reduce emissions in their operations and supply chains. We are looking for graduate students from diverse backgrounds, with a range of experiences, training, and ambition, who are motivated to join the climate workforce and advance climate projects within organizations. 


Mechanical engineering, Industrial engineering, Chemistry, and biology are encouraged to apply 


Award: $1,400 per week for 10-12 weeks 


Deadline: January 9, 2024 

Apply Here

Boren Fellowship


The Boren Awards fund the intensive study of language and culture abroad by U.S. undergraduate or graduate students. All eligible applicants have the option to either apply for a Regional Flagship Language Initiative or select/design their own study program. 


All master's degrees can apply  


Award:  $12,500 for 12-24 weeks  


Deadline: January 24, 2024

Apply Here

Dolores Zohrab Liebmann Fellowships


The Dolores Zohrab Liebmann Fund for the purpose of funding advanced education and graduate study grants. 


Engineering, chemistry, biology, and social sciences are encouraged to apply 


Award: Cost of tuition plus $18,000 stipend  


Deadline: January 13, 2024  

Apply Here

Intercollegiate Studies Institute Graduate Fellowship Program


Need money for Grad school? The Intercollegiate Studies Institute provides fellowships to outstanding graduate students who intend to teach at a college level.  

 

Education students are encouraged to apply 

 

Award: $5,000- $15,000 



Deadline: January 19, 2024 

Apply Here

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