Scholarships on Strategic Journalism and Civil Resistance (Due December 28, 2011)

Everyday we hear and see protests, mobilizations, and demonstrations in various forms and media. In many of these, we are touched to join and get involved because we believe in their struggles which become ours too. One way of getting involved is to report these events to the public. Now, how do we communicate what we see and hear to be able to advance the struggles of the marginalized proponents?

Learn the basics and tips on strategic journalism and civil resistance with the School of Authentic Journalism. It is offering 40 slots for its workshop in Mexico on March 21-31, 2012.

It is looking for someone who is fluent in either English or Spanish. The selection is open to everyone of any age, education level, nationality, faith, race, gender, sexual orientation, economic status or political tendency.

Get that application form by sending an email to 2012application@narconews.com (English application form) or 2012solicitud@narconews.com (Spanish application form).

Read the call for application here.

JUMP: New Opportunity To Study In Japan

Japan Educational Seminar (Vietnam and the Philippines)

» 1. Objective

The Japan Educational Seminar will be held at Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam, and Manila, the Philippines to introducenewly-established degree programs in English to prospective students.

In order to attract more international students to Japan, The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan (MEXT) launched the “Global 30″ Project for Establishing Core Universities for Internationalization and has MEXT and has selected 13 universities. Under the Project, students can obtain degrees from prestigious Japanese universities by taking academic programs conducted in English, both in undergraduate and graduate levels.

Note: The universities under the “Global 30″ Project are as follows: Tohoku University, University of Tsukuba, The University of Tokyo, Nagoya University, Kyoto University, Osaka University, Kyushu University, Keio University, Sophia University,Meiji University, Waseda University, Doshisha University, and Ritsumeikan University (13 universities in total).

» 2. Qualification

• Prospective undergraduate and graduate students
• Parents and teachers
• Others

» 3.　City, Date and Venue

Hanoi, Vietnam Tuesday, November 15 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm VNU Hanoi 1F (Gymnasium) and 2F (Seminar room), A7 Building (Multi-purpose House), University of Languages and International Studues – Vietnam National University, Hanoi No. 01 Pham Van Dong Road, Cau Giay District, Hanoi
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Thursday, November 17 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm SEAMEO　RETRAC 35 Le Thanh Ton. Dist 1, Ho Chi Minh City Map
Manila, the Philippines Saturday, November 19 1:00 pm－6:00 pm University of the Philippines UP NISMED (National Institute for Science and Mathematics Education Development) E. Quirino Ave. UP Campus Diliman, Quezon City 1101,the Philippines Map

» 4. Program

(1) Presentation and Lecture Demonstration (Tentative)
The universities will briefly explain such education systems as academic programs, admission procedures. Q and A session will also be provided. Distinguished professors from the universities will give short lectures in English. Students are encouraged to ask questions and interact with them.

(2) One-on-one session
Representatives from the universities are available for any questions that each student may have. Students are welcome to speak with them regarding admission procedures, scholarships, and advantages of studying in Japan.

» 5. Universities and Organizations

Hanoi (Vietnam):

Tohoku University, University of Tsukuba, The University of Tokyo, Nagoya University,Kyoto University, Osaka University, Kyushu University, Keio University*, Sophia University,Meiji University, Waseda University*, Doshisha University, Ritsumeikan University*, Hokkkaido University, Yokohama National University, Kansai University*, Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (*Only brochures are available)

Ho Chi Minh (Vietnam):

Tohoku University, University of Tsukuba, The University of Tokyo, Nagoya University,Kyoto University, Osaka University, Kyushu University, Keio University, Sophia University,Meiji University, Waseda University*, Doshisha University, Ritsumeikan University*, Hokkkaido University, Yokohama National University, Kansai University*, Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (*Only brochures are available)

Manila (The Philippines):

Tohoku University*, University of Tsukuba, The University of Tokyo, Nagoya University,Kyoto University, Osaka University, Kyushu University, Keio University, Sophia University*,Meiji University, Waseda University*, Doshisha University, Ritsumeikan University*, Hokkkaido University, Yokohama National University*, Kobe University*, Kansai University*, Hiroshima University, Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University*, Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) (*Only brochures are available)

» 6. Further Inquiries

Contact: The University of Tokyo (Coordinating University for the “Global 30″ Project)
Email: 

» 7. Registration

Please fill in the registration form the link below.

Bremen International Graduate School of Social Sciences (BIGSSS) Ph.D. Fellowship Competition

Do you want to study in Europe, in Bremen, Germany? Do you want to pursue a PhD in Social Sciences? Let's take a look at BIGSSS.

The BIGSSS Ph.D. Program:

The Bremen International Graduate School of Social Sciences (BIGSSS) invites applications to its Ph.D. program. The program will commence on September 1st, 2012.

Successful applicants for the Ph.D. and Post-doc fellowships will pursue a topic in one of BIGSSS' five Thematic Fields.

All fellows are expected to choose Bremen as their place of residence.

Financial Support:

BIGSSS offers 15 Ph.D. stipends of 1250 Euros/month for 36 months, contingent on successful completion of each year. To support its Ph.D. fellows in achieving early scientific independence, it also provides funds for conducting, presenting and publishing research. There is no separate funding application, because all admitted applicants receive a stipend.

Admission Requirements:

• An excellent MA degree (or national equivalents like the German "Diplom" or "Magister") in a discipline pertinent to at least one of BIGSSS' five Thematic fields (see above), i.e. inPolitical Science (including related degree programs in European Studies or International Relations), Sociology, Psychology, Law, Economics or Mass Communication. The degree must be completed by the end of July of the year of application, which means you may apply before having finished your MA degree.
• English proficiency as described in the application materials section below.
• Additionally BIGSSS offers 2 Preparatory Fellowships to particularly talented BA Graduates. Please refer to Preparatory Fellowships to find out more about the program. 

Diversity and Anti-Discrimination

BIGSSS believes that diverse backgrounds and ideas are crucial to academic excellence. Therefore, BIGSSS welcomes and promotes diversity and ensures equal opportunity and inclusion for all of its members regardless of ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, age or (dis-)ability. More information and contact details of our Equal Opportunities Officers can be found here.

Application Deadline

The application period for the Fall 2012 semester will begin in themiddle of December 2011 and go until March 15th, 2012. The deadline refers to the date of receipt of the application. All letters of recommendation must also reach BIGSSS by March 15th, 2012.

2012 Rotary World Peace Fellowship (Open until 1 July 2011)

Do you want to study in Australia, Japan, England, Argentina, Thailand, and the US? Do you want to pursue Peace Studies? Below is an opportunity for you.

The Rotary Foundation is now accepting applications for the world-competitive Rotary Peace Fellowship. The fellowship provides academic and practical training to prepare scholars for leadership roles in solving conflicts around the world.

Up to 100 fellows are selected every year in a globally competitive process based on personal, academic, and professional achievements. Fellows earn a master’s-level degree or a professional development certificate in peace and conflict studies at one of six Rotary Peace Centers at leading universities in Argentina, Australia, England, Japan, the United States and Thailand.

Master’s Degree Option
• “Building the leaders of tomorrow”
• 15-24 months of Rotary-funded graduate study toward a master’s degree at one of our five Rotary Centers
• Training in the root causes of conflict, theories of international relations, and effective models of cooperation, conflict resolution, and negotiation including course work and applied field experience
• A growing network of committed alumni employed around the world in diplomacy, government, non-governmental organizations and private corporations.

Professional Certificate Option
• “Strengthening the leaders of today”
• 3 month professional development certificate program
• Designed specifically for candidates already working in the field of peace and conflict studies to further their understanding of conflict resolution
• Theoretical foundational knowledge during 8 weeks in the classroom and practical experience during 2-3 week on site fieldwork
Both programs require, at minimum, a bachelor’s degree in a related field; 3 years of relevant work experience and proficiency in a 2nd language for the MA program and 5 years for the professional development certificate and proficiency in English.

The 2012 Academic term deadline is 1 July 2011. Applications are available at: www.rotary.org/rotarycenters. Please pay close attention to the language and academic test requirements for each center.

All Rotary Peace Fellowship applications need the endorsement of your local Rotary district. You can find your nearest local Rotary Club by using the Club Locator tool on the Rotary International web site athttp://www.rotary.org/en/AboutUs/SiteTools/ClubLocator/Pages/ridefa....

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UNU-IAS Fellowship 2011 (Open until 28 February 2011)

The United Nations University - Institute of Advanced Studies (UNU-IAS) is offering PhD and Post-Doctoral Fellowships to young scholars, especially from developing world, to pursue advanced research and training along with the research agenda of UNU-IAS.

Field of Research

The purpose of the UNU-IAS PhD Fellowship is to provide young scholars and policy-makers, especially from the developing world, with a multidisciplinarily context within which to pursue advanced research and training that are of professional interest to the applicant and of direct relevance to the research agenda of UNU-IAS. Research proposals for UNU-IAS PhD Fellowships should therefore relate clearly to one of the current research areas of the Institute, as well as aim to be policy relevant. Research proposals are invited in the following areas:

Science and Technology for Sustainable SocietiesSustainable Urban Futures 
Biodiplomacy InitiativeSustainable Development Governance
Traditional Knowledge Initiative

Eligibility and Conditions

Applicants must be at the dissertation writing stage of their PhD with a research proposal accepted by the candidate's university. Language proficiency in English is essential. Applicants from developing countries and women are particularly encouraged to apply.

UNU-IAS Ph.D. Fellowships are awarded for a period of 12 months. The starting date of the Ph.D. Fellowship Programme is 1 September. Successful applicants are required to be in Yokohama by this date. Residency in Yokohama for the full duration of the fellowship is required.

Fellows are provided with their own desk in a dedicated study room in the Institute, administrative support and desktop computing. Fellows have access to the UNU Library in Tokyo which includes an excellent collection of UN documents. They also have access via the UNU Library to various Japanese university libraries and computer databases. A limited range of other, more specialised computer hardware and software may also be available.

The fellowship provides a monthly stipend of JPY260,000 from which a monthly usage charge for accommodation is deducted (see below). A one-time-only settle-in-allowance of JPY 80,000 will be granted to each Fellow at the beginning of the programme for relocation, adjustment expenses, ground transportation and incidental costs. UNU-IAS provides Fellows with a return air ticket between his/her country of residence and Narita Airport.  Settle-in-allowance and air tickets are, however, not provided for Fellows already residing in Japan before the commencement of the fellowship. 

Fellows carry out their research in Yokohama under the supervision of a UNU-IAS faculty member and/or affiliated UNU-IAS network scholars. Fellows will spend about half of their working hours on their dissertation and the remaining half assisting the Institute’s projects and activities.

Fellowship Type	Eligibility	Duration	Residency
UNU-IAS PhD Fellowship	1. Applicants must be at an advanced dissertation writing stage of the PhD with their research proposal accepted by the candidate's university.2. Proficiency in English is essential.	12 months	UNU-IAS, Yokohama, Japan
UNU-IAS Postdoctoral Fellowship	1. Applicants must have gained their PhD degree.2. Proficiency in English is essential.	12 months (possiblity of renewal for another 12 months)	UNU-IAS, Yokohama or Kanazawa, Japan
JSPS-UNU Postdoctoral Fellowship	1. Applicants must have gained their PhD degree on or after 2 April 2005 for the 2011 Fellowships. 2. Proficiency in English is essential.  3. Nationality: Citizens of a country that has diplomatic relations with Japan. (Japanese nationals who do not have citizenship or permanent residency of another country are not eligible.)	24 months	UNU-IAS, Yokohama, Japan or UNU-ISP, Tokyo, Japan

             

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