2008 Faculty International Development Awards applications
The University Studies Abroad Consortium (USAC) and the University of Nevada invite faculty and professional staff members who wish to participate in USAC sponsored study abroad programs to apply for a summer 2008 Faculty International Development Award (FIDA).
FIDA requirements are as follows:
a. Administrative (professional) and academic (must be full-time assistant, associate or full professors) faculty may apply.
b. You will participate as a student for one summer session in order to gain an understanding of the full USAC/University of Nevada study abroad experience including the curriculum, integration opportunities, faculty, housing and field trips.
c. 2008 summer sessions available in: Chile, China (2 locations), Costa Rica (2 locations), Czech Republic, France-Session 1 only, Germany, Ghana, India, Italy (2 locations), Mexico or Spain (4 locations).
d. Grant: tuition waiver and field trips included in program plus $1,500 to be used toward airfare, etc. Housing, insurance, optional tours and additional course costs are not included in waiver.
e. Preference is given to applicants with limited international experience such as living abroad.
f. Applicants must be returning on contract to the University in 2008-2009.
g. There will be 5 awards offered for summer 2008.
Application deadline is Dec. 1.
For an application or further information, contact Kelly Corrigan, Marketing & University Relations Director, corrigan@unr.edu.
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