Lipscomb Honors College
Fulbright Program
Since its inception in 1946, the Fulbright Program has sought to foster international cooperation through education, culture and science. The program is open to US students and professionals who have completed a Bachelor's Degree. The Fulbright Program awards approximately 8,000 grants annually and operates in 160 countries. Award categories include: Study/Research, English Teaching Assistant, and Digital Storytelling.
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Application deadline is October 9, 2018.
Rhodes Scholarship
The Rhodes Scholarship is a program designed to foster international collaboration at Oxford University. Every year, 32 US students are selected to receive the award and attend degree courses at Oxford University in the United Kingdom. Students are selected based on their academic achievements, work ethic, and moral character.
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Application deadline is the first Wednesday of October each year (October 3, 2018).
McNair Scholars
McNair Scholars is sponsored by 151 academic institutions nationwide for post-baccalaureate studies. The program is designed to help prepare undergraduate students for graduate programs through involvement in research and other academic pursuits. The goal of the McNair Scholars is to increase the number of graduate degrees conferred on under-represented demographics. McNair Scholars participants demonstrate strong academic potential and are either first generation college students with financial need, or members of a group that traditionally is underrepresented in graduate programs.
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Application requirements and deadlines are unique to each funded institution. Visit the McNair Scholars website to learn more.
Lipscomb Career Development Center
The Lipscomb Career Development Center is an on-campus resource for students to explore career paths and build networks within professional communities. Schedule an appointment to discuss career goals and discover what resources are available. These services are available to students currently enrolled at Lipscomb and Lipscomb alumni.
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Offices are located on the lower level of the Bennett Campus Center, Suite 120. www.lipscomb.edu/careercenter
Internships
Applying for and participating in internships is critical to your academic, social, and professional development as an undergraduate student. Explore opportunities on your own, and feel free to reach out to other members of the Honors faculty, staff, and student body for advice, recommendations, or application assistance.
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Student Opportunity Center
The S. O. C. is a database of internships, research opportunities, study abroad experiences, conferences, research journal outlets, scholarships, contests, and more. You register for free with your Lipscomb email address, and then you can check several boxes to indicate your interests. You will start receiving a weekly email with recommended opportunities, and you can search more thoroughly when you have time.
www.studentopportunitycenter.com
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Handshake (internship posting/recruitment site) www.joinhandshake.com
DC Internships (internships based in the Washington, DC area) www. dcinternships.org
The Washington Center (internships based in the Washington, DC area) www.twc.edu
Online Resources
There are lots of online resources for career planning and preparation. Here are some places to look for additional advice or ideas:
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