2006-07 American Studies William C. Nelson Scholarship Application
CONGRATULATIONS: Jon Loveall and Tiffany Mosley-Blaisdell

William C. Nelson Undergraduate Senior Project Research Award
CONGRATULATIONS: Jordan Sandvig, Jon Loveall, Shannyn Smith

Best Senior Paper Award 2006-07 CONGRATULATIONS to: Jesse Larson and Jordan Sandvig

NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS
UNIVERSIRY OF MINNESOTA SCHOLARSHIPS
SCHOLARSHIPS FOR HONOR STUDENTS

Students interested in these awards for graduate and post-graduate study should contact the campus representative listed for each award for more information on the award and for application materials.

Carnegie Endowment for Peace Junior Fellows Program: For one year at the Endowment in Washington D.C., conducting research and outreach on a variety of policy issues. Applicants must be graduating seniors or have graduated within the past year, have strong academic records and substantial coursework in such areas as international affairs, political science, economics, or history. 10 awards nationwide. Campus contact: Sally Lieberman or Rick McCormick, CLA Honors, 115 Johnston, 624-5522. Further info at www.ceip.org
U of MN application deadline: November 30, 2001

Ford Foundation Predoctoral Fellowships: Supports U.S. citizens from a number of minority groups who are beginning graduate study in research-based PhD or ScD programs in many disciplines. Campus contact: Graduate School Outreach Office, 333 Johnston, 625-6858.
Expected application deadline: Early November

Fulbright Grants: For one year of graduate study or research in one of approximately 100 foreign countries. Applicants must be U.S. citizens with the majority of their undergraduate education in the U.S.; must have language proficiency; must hold bachelor's degree by the beginning of the award. Campus contact: Alison Skoberg, Graduate School Fellowship Office, 321 Johnston, 625-7579. Further info at http://www.iie.org
U of MN application deadline: September 10, 2001

Luce Scholarships: For one year internships in Asia. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, not more than 29 years old, and hold bachelor's degree at the beginning of the award. Not intended for students whose academic concentration is in any aspect of Asian studies, or who have previous experience living in Asia. 18 given nationwide. Campus contact: Alison Skoberg, Graduate School Fellowship Office, 321 Johnston, 625-7579. Further info at http://www.hluce.org/
U of MN application deadline: November 1, 2001

James Madison Fellowships: For two years of study in the U.S. in a master's degree program leading to a career in secondary school teaching of American history, government, or social studies. Graduate program must include some coursework directly related to the framing and history of the Constitution of the United States. Must be U.S. citizen or national. Approximately 24 fellowships to graduating collegians and recent college graduates nationwide. Information available in CLA Honors, 115 Johnston, 624-5522, and at http://www.jamesmadison.com.
Application deadline: March 1, 2002

Marshall Scholarships: For two years of study at any British university, leading to graduate or second undergraduate degree. Must be a U.S. citizen with an undergraduate degree completed by the beginning of the award. May not be more than two years beyond graduation when applying. May have begun graduate study. Requires 3.7 GPA beyond freshman year. Up to 40 scholarships nationwide. Campus contact: Sally Lieberman or Rick McCormick,
CLA Honors, 115 Johnston, 624-5522. Further info at http://www.acu.ac.uk/marshall/
U of MN application deadline: September 10, 2001

Andrew W. Mellon Fellowships in Humanistic Studies: For one year of graduate study at most U.S. and Canadian universities for students preparing for careers in college teaching and scholarship in humanistic fields of study (but not the creative or performing arts). Must be citizen or permanent resident of U.S. or Canada, college senior or recent graduate who has not yet begun graduate study. GRE scores required. 85 scholarships nationwide. Campus contact:
Sally Lieberman or Rick McCormick, CLA Honors, 115 Johnston, 624-5522.
Further info at http://www.woodrow.org/mellon/
Deadline for requesting application from Mellon Foundation: December 4, 2001

George J. Mitchell Scholarships: For one year of study in Ireland or Northern Ireland. Must be U.S. citizen, 18-29 years of age on Oct. 1 in year of application; must hold bachelor's degree by the beginning of the award and may have begun graduate study. Campus contact: Sally Lieberman or Rick McCormick, CLA Honors,
115 Johnston, 624-5522. Further info at http://www.US-IrelandAlliance.org/
U of MN application deadline: September 10, 2001

National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Fellowships: For three years of graduate study at a U.S. or foreign institution leading to a master's or doctoral degree in mathematics, science, engineering, a social science, or history/philosophy of science. Must be U.S. citizen or national at OR near the beginning of graduate study. Approximately 900 are given nationally. Campus contact: Alison Skoberg, Graduate School Fellowship Office, 321 Johnston, 625-7579.
Further info at http://www.orau.org/nsf/nsffel.htm
Expected application deadline: Early November

National Security Education Program Scholarships: Supports a semester or year of study abroad, for the purpose of equipping Americans with an understanding of less commonly studies languages and cultures. Must be U.S. citizen enrolled in an undergraduate degree program, with strong academic record, language and international interests. Approximately 150 awards given. Campus contact: Stephanie Bettermann, Office of International Programs, 645 Heller, 626-9123.
Further info at www.iie.org/nsep/
Expected U of MN application deadline: January 2002

Rhodes Scholarships: For two years of study at Oxford University, leading to graduate or second undergraduate degree. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, 18-23 years old on October 1 in year of application; must hold bachelor's degree by the beginning of the award and may have begun graduate work. Up to 32 scholarships nationwide. Campus contact: Sally Lieberman or Rick McCormick, CLA Honors, 115 Johnston, 624-5522.
Further info at http://www.rhodesscholar.org/
U of MN application deadline: September 10, 2001

Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans: For up to two years of graduate study in the United States in any field. Must be a resident alien with more than 1 year IRS filings, a naturalized U.S. citizen, or the child of two parents who are naturalized citizens; under 31 years old at time of application; must hold a bachelor's degree or be in final year of study; may have begun graduate study. Must submit scores from appropriate graduate aptitude test (GRE, GMAT, MCAT, or LSAT). 30 given nationwide. Campus contact: Sally Lieberman, CLA Honors, 115 Johnston, 624-5522. Further info at http://www.pdsoros.org/
Application deadline: November 30, 2001

Harry S. Truman Scholarships: For undergraduate through graduate study leading to a career in government or elsewhere in public service. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or nationals; currently enrolled JUNIORS in the upper quarter of their class; should have a strong record of public and community service. Truman Scholars receive up to $3,000 for their senior year and up to $27,000 for Graduate/Professional school. Approximately 80 scholarships nationwide. Campus contact: Sally Lieberman or Rick McCormick, CLA Honors, 115 Johnston, 624-5522. Further info at http://www.truman.gov
U of MN application deadline: October 15, 2001

Morris K. Udall Scholarships: For undergraduates who are EITHER 1) engaged in the study of environment or related issues OR 2) Native American or Alaska Native students in fields related to health care or tribal policy. Must also be U.S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents; currently enrolled sophomores or juniors with GPA of 3.0 or higher. Approximately 75 awards nationwide of up to $5,000. Campus contact: Vikki Howard, American Indian Studies, 2 Scott Hall, 626-9247. Further info at http://www.udall.gov
Expected U of MN application deadline: January 2002

The following scholarships are awarded by the University of Minnesota to College of Liberal Arts students. This is not a complete listing of scholarships available to CLA students. For a complete list, visit http://www.cla.umn.edu/honors/schollnk.htm as well as individual department websites. Applications for all scholarships listed can be found at the website or at CLA Honors, 115 Johnston, (612) 624-5522.
Unless otherwise noted, deadline for awards is February 4, 2002

Katherine E. Sullivan Scholarship for Study Abroad : Provides an opportunity for University of Minnesota seniors to enrich their academic experience with a fifth year of undergraduate study in another country. The Institute of International Studies and Programs grants these awards, and the CLA Honors Division is responsible for the selection of recipients.
Estimated deadline: January 2002

The following scholarships are for continuing (current) CLA students. One application form covers any scholarships you may be eligible for. Please contact CLA Honors for application materials and further info.
The deadline is Monday, February 4, 2002.

CLA Alumni Scholarship for a Martin Luther King (MLK) Program Student: The CLA Alumni Scholarship for a student enrolled in the MLK Program provides a stipend of approximately $1,500 to one student for the 2002-2003 academic year. Criteria: Student must (1) be a current freshman (during 2001-2002) enrolled in the MLK Program, (2) be making good academic progress as a full-time student, (3) be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, and (4) intend to declare a CLA major and pursue a CLA degree.

Neil Anderson Scholarship: Provides one $1,000 sophomore year award for the 2002-2003 academic year to a current CLA freshman (during 2001-2002) who has achieved a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or better and who intends to declare a CLA major and pursue a CLA degree.

Robert A. Lerfald Scholarship: Provides one $1,000 award for the 2002-2003 academic year to a current CLA student who has achieved a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or better and who intends to declare a CLA major and pursue a CLA degree.

Harriet Thwing Holden Scholarship: Provides one $1,000 sophomore-year award for the 2002-2003 academic year to a current CLA freshman (during 2001-2002) who has achieved a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or better and who intends to declare a CLA major and pursue a CLA degree.

CLA Alumni Scholarship for Outstanding Non-traditional Students: Provides a stipend of approximately $3,000 for the 2002-2003 academic year to one or two students. A group of alumni and friends designed the award to recognize the unique role CLA plays in providing educational opportunities for students who do not meet the traditional definition of "college student." Examples of non-traditional students include, but are not limited to, displaced homemakers, students with disabilities, individuals starting their college careers after age 23, students with family responsibilities, individuals experiencing mid-career change, etc. The purpose of this award is to congratulate and encourage exceptional CLA students who have defeated remarkable odds by enrolling and successfully pursuing their college degrees. Criteria: Student must (1) be a non-traditional student, (2) have completed not more than 75 semester credits by the end of fall term 2001, and (3) have an officially declared CLA major and an overall CLA cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0.

Waller Scholarships: Provide one year of scholarship support for approximately 130 CLA undergraduates and transfer students. Recipients will receive a stipend of approximately $2,500 for the 2002-2003 academic year. The scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic merit, with some consideration given to co- or extra-curricular involvement. Financial need is not a consideration. Applicants must have completed at least 45, but normally not more than 75, semester credits by the end of fall term 2001. They must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or better in all college coursework, including transfer coursework. They must also have an officially declared CLA major by Fall 2002 and intend to pursue a degree from CLA.

Pre-Law Scholarship: Provides a stipend of approximately $1,000 for the 2002-2003 academic year to one or two students who plan to attend law school after graduating from CLA. Both academic merit and financial need are criteria. Applicants must submit federal applications for need based aid in early 2002.

Selmer Birkelo Scholarship: Provides one year of scholarship support for approximately 15 outstanding CLA students majoring in fields relating to history, modern languages, classics, or the social and behavioral sciences (American Studies is included). Students must intend to pursue a degree from CLA and may not be enrolled in any other college. Recipients will receive a stipend of approximately $3500 for the 2002-2003 academic year. Students with declared, eligible majors (formally declared by Fall 2002) who wish to be considered for this scholarship will have their applications referred to their department or program for an initial screening; each eligible department or program may propose two or three nominees who will be considered for this award. Applicants must have completed at least 30, but normally not more than 75, semester credits by the end of fall term 2001. The scholarships are awarded exclusively on the basis of academic merit, with particular attention paid to depth of study in the major, general breadth of coursework, and clarity of academic purpose. Financial need is not a consideration.

ITT Consumer Financial Corporation Scholarship: Provides a stipend of approximately $3,500 for the 2002-2003 academic year to one or two CLA students who (1) are residents of the State of Minnesota and graduated from a Minnesota public or private high school, (2) will have completed at least one year of academic study at the University by June 2002, (3) have an overall grade point average of at least 3.5 and (4) are certified by the Office of Student Financial Aid as having financial need. Applicants for this scholarship must also submit federal applications for need-based financial aid early in 2002.

Morton D. and Artice E. Silverman Scholarship: Provides one or two $1,000 awards for the 2002-2003 academic year to facilitate a full-time student in good academic standing who wished to acquire a liberal arts education in CLA. The scholarship shall be used for payment of tuition or purchase of books.

Judy Burton Scholarship for Honors Students: Judy Burton worked as the secretary in the CLA Honors Division for twenty years, giving devoted service to Honors students. Shortly before her death in 1997, she endowed a scholarship fund for students enrolled in the CLA Honors Program, expressing her lifelong commitment to education. We expect to award one or two Judy Burton Scholarships of approximately $3,000 for the 2002-2003 academic year to a student enrolled in CLA Honors.

John K. and Elise Lampert Fesler Scholarship: Provides a stipend of approximately $3,500 for the 2002-2003 academic year to approximately four current freshmen (during 2001-2002) enrolled in the CLA Honors Division who have demonstrated outstanding academic ability and who require scholarships assistance to attend the University. In other words, both academic merit and financial need must be demonstrated by the recipients. Applicants for this scholarship must also submit federal applications for need-based financial aid early in 2002.

Scholarships Administered through other CLA departments-Please contact the individual departments for further information.

The A.I. Johnson Scholarship: This award is an internship/scholarship administered through the Department of Political Science. The selected student will spend one semester in regular studies on campus and one semester in a full-time, off-campus internship. This scholarship provides students with a demonstrated interest in public affairs a stipend for their internships. In 2001-2002, four recipients received $8,000 scholarships. Sophomores and juniors in all majors are eligible to apply for this scholarship. Applicants must show evidence of a strong interest in public affairs, with an intention to pursue a career or avocational activities in public affairs, including any kind of community volunteer activity, organizing to affect public policy, service on government advisory committees, and service in appointive or elective offices.

Norman Moen Award: The Moen Award was instituted to honor the best undergraduate research and writing in Minnesota History. It is awarded annually by the Department of History. One award is available to freshmen or sophomores ($100 to $500), and one award is available to juniors or seniors ($200 to $250). The award is given to the best research paper on any aspect of Minnesota history. The essay must have been written no more than twelve months prior to the award competition, be based on primary sources, and employ historical methods and perspectives. Students who wish to apply for the award should send their essays, with a cover letter including their current address and phone number, to the Director of UGS. The applicant must also include a letter endorsing the research paper's merit from the faculty member who advised or supervised the student. The deadline for this award is typically mid-April. Applicants for the Moen Award must be registered either in General College or CLA.

The George D. Green American History Research Prize: This award is offered to undergraduates from the University of Minnesota who have written a research paper focused on some aspect of American history. The award consists of a cash prize, with preference given to juniors when possible. The exact amount of the award depends upon the availability of funds. The award is given to the most outstanding undergraduate research paper focused on some aspect of American history. The essay must have been written no more than twelve months prior to the award competition, include research in primary sources, and employ historical methods and perspectives. Students who wish to apply for the award should send their essays to the director of UGS by the deadline (usually mid-April), along with a cover letter which includes their current address and phone number and indicates the award for which they are applying.