Social Sciences
Take a Look at Junior Summer Opportunities
When it comes to applying to scholarships and fellowships it is never too early to start looking for an opportunity. Two SU juniors recently applied for and received awards that will fund enriching summer experiences in their fields before their senior year. Chizobam Nwagwu, a policy studies and neuroscience majors, is a recipient of a…
Read MoreIn the News: Udall Scholarship Awarded
A Syracuse University student has been selected for the prestigious Udall Scholarship and a second has been named a Udall Honorable Mention. Jade Rhoads was named a Udall Scholar in the field of tribal policy. Rhoads is a junior majoring in Russian language, literature and culture in the College of Arts and Sciences and geography…
Read MoreTruman Finalist Rachel Brown-Weinstock (’17)
Rachel Brown-Weinstock, a senior with majors in policy studies, citizenship and civic engagement, and sociology, applied for the Truman Scholarship during her junior year. Although she did not ultimately receive the award, Rachel learned a great deal through the application process and advises young change agents to consider applying. Rachel is passionate about rural education…
Read MoreRangel Fellowship Winner Sahil Jain Reflects on the Application Process
Sahil Jain, a 2013 Syracuse University graduate with a degree in international relations, was recently named a 2016 Rangel Fellow. The competitive Rangel Fellowship funds two years of graduate study, mentorship, and internships in an area of study relevant to the work of the Foreign Service. Successful graduates from the Rangel Program receive appointments as a Foreign…
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