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Grad Studies at Stanford University - Knight-Hennessy Scholarship

Posted: 27 Feb 2020 05:18 AM PST

Considering Stanford University for Graduate / Professional Studies?

Learn about the Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program at Stanford University, the largest fully endowed graduate scholarship program in the world. The Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program develops a community of future global leaders to address complex challenges through collaboration and innovation.

Every year, up to 100 high-achieving future leaders from around the world will receive full funding to pursue any graduate degree at Stanford University, including the JD, MA, MBA, MD, MFA, MS, and PhD programs, as well as all joint- and dual-degrees.

Derrick Bolton, Dean of Knight-Hennessy Scholars Admissions at Stanford University, will meet with UMD students to discuss graduate study opportunities and the Knight-Hennessy program:

Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at 12:00 PM until 1:00 PM
Adele H. Stamp Student Union
Juan Ramon Jimenez Room - 2208

Please click here register for this event.

Knight-Hennessy Website: https://knight-hennessy.stanford.edu/

Eligibility: Citizens of ALL countries are eligible to apply for Knight-Hennessy Scholarships. You are eligible to apply to Knight-Hennessy Scholars if you apply during your final year of study for your first/bachelor's degree or within four years of earning your first/bachelor's degree.

Invitation to Participate in DC Data Fest 2020 Competition

Posted: 27 Feb 2020 05:16 AM PST


The Joint Program in Survey Methodology (JPSM) at the University of Maryland is pleased to invite you to participate once again to the DC DataFest 2020 competition!!

For more information and registration, access our Website.

START Summer 2020 Internship Program

Posted: 26 Feb 2020 12:57 PM PST

Summer 2020 Internship Program
Now Accepting Application for Summer 2020

Priority Application Deadline: March 15, 2020
Final Application Deadline: March 29, 2020
Program Begins: June 1, 2020

National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START) offers unpaid internships year round on a variety of research projects and teams. During the course of their internship, participants are exposed to the most up-to-date theories, methods and information related to the study of terrorism. They are versed in the critical questions tackled by homeland security practitioners, policy makers and researchers, and are mentored in a professional environment geared toward student success. The program is designed to prepare the next generation of homeland security scholars and practitioners through real-world research experience.

For more information and to apply visit https://www.start.umd.edu/careers/internships

Careers in Data Science and Data Analytics

Posted: 26 Feb 2020 12:43 PM PST


Wednesday, March 25, 2020
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Interested in a career managing and analyzing data? Take advantage of this opportunity to learn from and network directly with professionals in data science and data analytics. Gain inside knowledge by learning what skills employers are seeking, entry level and graduate level job titles, and how to differentiate yourself from the competition.

Participating organizations:
  • The Baltimore Orioles
  • Bates White
  • Fannie Mae
  • Morgan Stanley
  • Ntrepid

UN ECLAC Summer Internship Program

Posted: 26 Feb 2020 12:39 PM PST

The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC\CEPAL) is currently accepting applications for our Spring 2020 Internship Program.

ECLAC is one of the five regional commissions of the United Nations. It was founded in 1948 with the purpose of contributing to the region's economic and social development. Its mission includes supporting the design, monitoring and evaluation of public policies and the provision of advisory services, expertise and training to Governments, as well as support for regional and international cooperation and coordination activities.

For detailed information and to apply visit: 
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