30.4.09
Jessica Lewis
Jessica Lewis, raised in New Rochelle, New York, recently returned from a year abroad in Ghana, West Africa, where she resided as the Rotary Ambassadorial Scholar from District 7230. She attended local public schools, graduating from New Rochelle High School in 2003. Jessica moved on to the University of Pennsylvania for her undergraduate degree in Cultural Anthropology. During her college education Jessica grew interested in International Development, which inspired her to spend time in Ghana after graduating. Currently she resides in New Rochelle with her family.
Jessica will speak about her experiences in Ghana
Jessica Lewis, raised in New Rochelle, New York, recently returned from a year abroad in Ghana, West Africa, where she resided as the Rotary Ambassadorial Scholar from District 7230. She attended local public schools, graduating from New Rochelle High School in 2003. Jessica moved on to the University of Pennsylvania for her undergraduate degree in Cultural Anthropology. During her college education Jessica grew interested in International Development, which inspired her to spend time in Ghana after graduating. Currently she resides in New Rochelle with her family.
Jessica will speak about her experiences in Ghana
2009-10 Ambassadorial Scholarship!
2009-11 Peace Scholarship!
The Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarship is designed to further international understanding and goodwill, provide for study abroad in one of the 162 countries where Rotary clubs are located. Some 1,200 scholarships will be available from Rotary Clubs worldwide. This scholarship is worth up to $23,000. The Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarship is one-year in length.
The Rotary World Peace Scholarship offers 60 individuals committed to peace and conflict resolution the opportunity to earn a two-year master’s level degree in international studies, peace studies and conflict resolution at one of the Rotary Center’s University partners; Japan, Argentina, England and Australia as well as North Carolina and California. This scholarship is worth up to $50,000.
Eligibility Requirements:
· Academic background, training, and work experience required for a master's level program at the university selected for study (1-2 year scholarships only)
· Proficiency in more than one language (World Peace Scholarship only)
· Excellent leadership skills
· Demonstrated commitment to peace and international understanding through personal and community service activities and/or academic and professional achievements
· Live or work within our local Rotary District 7230
2009-11 Peace Scholarship!
The Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarship is designed to further international understanding and goodwill, provide for study abroad in one of the 162 countries where Rotary clubs are located. Some 1,200 scholarships will be available from Rotary Clubs worldwide. This scholarship is worth up to $23,000. The Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarship is one-year in length.
The Rotary World Peace Scholarship offers 60 individuals committed to peace and conflict resolution the opportunity to earn a two-year master’s level degree in international studies, peace studies and conflict resolution at one of the Rotary Center’s University partners; Japan, Argentina, England and Australia as well as North Carolina and California. This scholarship is worth up to $50,000.
Eligibility Requirements:
· Academic background, training, and work experience required for a master's level program at the university selected for study (1-2 year scholarships only)
· Proficiency in more than one language (World Peace Scholarship only)
· Excellent leadership skills
· Demonstrated commitment to peace and international understanding through personal and community service activities and/or academic and professional achievements
· Live or work within our local Rotary District 7230
Ambassadorial Scholarships
Profile of the Ideal Ambassadorial Scholarship Candidate
In order to assist Rotary club and district selection committees in selecting outstanding Ambassadorial Scholarship candidates, the Foundation has identified the following traits (in no particular order) that should be considered standard for any Rotary "ambassador of goodwill." Each candidate does not need to possess all of the traits below to be a successful Ambassadorial Scholar, but those who possess more of the traits than other candidates are likely to be more successful Ambassadors.
The ideal Ambassadorial Scholarship candidate:
Possesses excellent leadership skills and potential;
Understands his/her award obligations, especially speeches to Rotary and non-Rotary audiences;
Has a proven record of success in his/her academics and/or vocation;
Is articulate and possesses good proficiency in the study country language;
Is well-groomed and has a professional appearance;
Has demonstrated a personal commitment to community service;
Is willing to participate in an outbound orientation seminar provided by the club or district;
Is interested in participating in and possibly identifying Rotary service projects while abroad;
Has well-defined and realistic goals;
Possesses maturity and seriousness of purpose;
Is an excellent public speaker, skilled with presentations to both small and large audiences;
Knows the history, culture, and politics of both his/her home community and study country;
Is diplomatic and articulate when discussing world affairs and sensitive topics;
Has concrete ideas as to how he/she will improve international understanding and world peace;
Has thoroughly researched his/her preferred study institution, including alternative locations;
Is willing to study in a country that typically does not host Ambassadorial Scholars;
Is interested in a study field that has a direct impact on the humanitarian needs of the world;
Intends to dedicate part or all of their personal or professional life to the ideals of Rotary;
Is flexible and possesses a good sense of humor;
Is sincere about maintaining a lifelong relationship with Rotary after his/her scholarship period.
Profile of the Ideal Ambassadorial Scholarship Candidate
In order to assist Rotary club and district selection committees in selecting outstanding Ambassadorial Scholarship candidates, the Foundation has identified the following traits (in no particular order) that should be considered standard for any Rotary "ambassador of goodwill." Each candidate does not need to possess all of the traits below to be a successful Ambassadorial Scholar, but those who possess more of the traits than other candidates are likely to be more successful Ambassadors.
The ideal Ambassadorial Scholarship candidate:
Possesses excellent leadership skills and potential;
Understands his/her award obligations, especially speeches to Rotary and non-Rotary audiences;
Has a proven record of success in his/her academics and/or vocation;
Is articulate and possesses good proficiency in the study country language;
Is well-groomed and has a professional appearance;
Has demonstrated a personal commitment to community service;
Is willing to participate in an outbound orientation seminar provided by the club or district;
Is interested in participating in and possibly identifying Rotary service projects while abroad;
Has well-defined and realistic goals;
Possesses maturity and seriousness of purpose;
Is an excellent public speaker, skilled with presentations to both small and large audiences;
Knows the history, culture, and politics of both his/her home community and study country;
Is diplomatic and articulate when discussing world affairs and sensitive topics;
Has concrete ideas as to how he/she will improve international understanding and world peace;
Has thoroughly researched his/her preferred study institution, including alternative locations;
Is willing to study in a country that typically does not host Ambassadorial Scholars;
Is interested in a study field that has a direct impact on the humanitarian needs of the world;
Intends to dedicate part or all of their personal or professional life to the ideals of Rotary;
Is flexible and possesses a good sense of humor;
Is sincere about maintaining a lifelong relationship with Rotary after his/her scholarship period.
Rules of Eligibility
All Ambassadorial Scholarship candidates must meet the following requirements:
• Candidates must have completed at least two years of university or college course work at the time the scholarship period begins or have a secondary school education with employment in a recognized vocation for at least two years.
• Candidates must be citizens of a country in which there is a Rotary club.
• Candidates cannot be Rotarians, honorary Rotarians, or employees of a club, district, or other Rotary entity or of Rotary International. Spouses, lineal descendants (child or grandchild by blood or legal adoption), spouses of lineal descendants, and ancestors (parent or grandparent by blood) of persons in the foregoing categories are also ineligible. Please note that Rotarians and their relatives remain ineligible for scholarship awards for 36 months after a Rotarian has discontinued club membership.
• Application must be made through a local Rotary club in the applicant’s legal or permanent residence or place of full-time study or employment.
• Study or training must be undertaken in another country or territory where there are Rotary clubs, but not in the sponsor Rotary country or district. (Recipients of donated scholarships may study in the donating district.)
• There are no age or gender restrictions on Ambassadorial Scholarships.
• Rotaractors are eligible and encouraged to apply, provided they meet all other eligibility criteria.
• Persons with disabilities are eligible for Foundation awards. If otherwise qualified for the scholarship, such applicants should not be overlooked. With the support of Rotarians in the sponsor and host districts, students with disabilities have served as successful Ambassadorial Scholars in the past.
All Ambassadorial Scholarship candidates must meet the following requirements:
• Candidates must have completed at least two years of university or college course work at the time the scholarship period begins or have a secondary school education with employment in a recognized vocation for at least two years.
• Candidates must be citizens of a country in which there is a Rotary club.
• Candidates cannot be Rotarians, honorary Rotarians, or employees of a club, district, or other Rotary entity or of Rotary International. Spouses, lineal descendants (child or grandchild by blood or legal adoption), spouses of lineal descendants, and ancestors (parent or grandparent by blood) of persons in the foregoing categories are also ineligible. Please note that Rotarians and their relatives remain ineligible for scholarship awards for 36 months after a Rotarian has discontinued club membership.
• Application must be made through a local Rotary club in the applicant’s legal or permanent residence or place of full-time study or employment.
• Study or training must be undertaken in another country or territory where there are Rotary clubs, but not in the sponsor Rotary country or district. (Recipients of donated scholarships may study in the donating district.)
• There are no age or gender restrictions on Ambassadorial Scholarships.
• Rotaractors are eligible and encouraged to apply, provided they meet all other eligibility criteria.
• Persons with disabilities are eligible for Foundation awards. If otherwise qualified for the scholarship, such applicants should not be overlooked. With the support of Rotarians in the sponsor and host districts, students with disabilities have served as successful Ambassadorial Scholars in the past.
Ambassadorial Scholarship
Click here to print Ambassadorial Scholarship 2010-11 Timelines
Click here to print Ambassadorial Scholarship 2010-11 Press Release-add local contact info and send to area newspapers, colleges, etc.
Click here to print for Rules of Eligibility
Click here to print profile of ideal Ambassadorial Scholar
Click here to go to Rotary International website to view information and print application
Click here to print General Scholarships flyer
Click here to view and download District 5960 Scholarships Powerpoint-show to your club membership
DATE: December 2008
TO: District 5960 2008-09 Club Presidents and Executive Secretaries
Club International Service Directors and Rotary Foundation Chairs
District 5960 leadership
SUBJECT: Ambassadorial Scholarships Sought for 2010-2011
Applications for the 2010-2011 Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholarships are now available from Rotary District 7230. Local club deadlines are April 1, 2009. District deadline is April 9, 2009. For further information and to print an application, go to http://www.rotary.org/ and click on Students and Youth.
The scholarships, which are designed to further international understanding and goodwill, provide for study abroad for one year in one of the 162 countries and 35 geographical regions where Rotary clubs are located. Some 1,200 scholarships will be available from clubs worldwide.
Academic-Year Ambassadorial Scholarships are for one academic year abroad and provide funding for round-trip transportation, tuition and fees, room, board, necessary educational supplies, and language training (if necessary) up to a maximum award of US $23,000 or its equivalent.
During their studies abroad, Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholars act as “ambassadors of goodwill.” Through appearances before Rotary clubs and districts, schools, civic organizations, and other forums, the scholars represent their homelands and work to further international understanding.
The Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholarships Program is the world’s largest privately sponsored international scholarship program. Some US $320 million has been spent on 30,000 international scholarships since the program began in 1947.
Click here to print Ambassadorial Scholarship 2010-11 Timelines
Click here to print Ambassadorial Scholarship 2010-11 Press Release-add local contact info and send to area newspapers, colleges, etc.
Click here to print for Rules of Eligibility
Click here to print profile of ideal Ambassadorial Scholar
Click here to go to Rotary International website to view information and print application
Click here to print General Scholarships flyer
Click here to view and download District 5960 Scholarships Powerpoint-show to your club membership
DATE: December 2008
TO: District 5960 2008-09 Club Presidents and Executive Secretaries
Club International Service Directors and Rotary Foundation Chairs
District 5960 leadership
SUBJECT: Ambassadorial Scholarships Sought for 2010-2011
Applications for the 2010-2011 Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholarships are now available from Rotary District 7230. Local club deadlines are April 1, 2009. District deadline is April 9, 2009. For further information and to print an application, go to http://www.rotary.org/ and click on Students and Youth.
The scholarships, which are designed to further international understanding and goodwill, provide for study abroad for one year in one of the 162 countries and 35 geographical regions where Rotary clubs are located. Some 1,200 scholarships will be available from clubs worldwide.
Academic-Year Ambassadorial Scholarships are for one academic year abroad and provide funding for round-trip transportation, tuition and fees, room, board, necessary educational supplies, and language training (if necessary) up to a maximum award of US $23,000 or its equivalent.
During their studies abroad, Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholars act as “ambassadors of goodwill.” Through appearances before Rotary clubs and districts, schools, civic organizations, and other forums, the scholars represent their homelands and work to further international understanding.
The Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholarships Program is the world’s largest privately sponsored international scholarship program. Some US $320 million has been spent on 30,000 international scholarships since the program began in 1947.
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