Scholarships (Beasiswa), Fellowships, and Grants

Graduate Assistantships in Percussion - University of Arkansas

April 22, 2008 – 6:42 pm
Starting Date:  August 1, 2008 RESPONSIBILITIES: -  Teach and assist with direction and coordination of the battery percussion section of the Razorback Marching Band. -  Arrange music and technique development exercises for the battery section of the Razorback Marching Band.  -  Assist with teaching of undergraduate percussion majors and non-major applied lessons. -  Assist in coordination of percussion ensembles, including directing and arranging opportunities with steel band program. -  Perform in and assist in supervising the percussion sections of large performance ensembles. -  Assist with instruction of percussion methods courses. -  Assist in maintenance and inventory management of all percussion equipment. QUALIFICATIONS: -  Bachelors degree in music, with an emphasis in percussion. -  Previous teaching experience at the high school or university level in marching percussion, percussion ensemble, and steel band are highly preferred, but not required. -  On campus audition and interview are preferred, but alternate arrangements can be made. -  Acceptance to the University of Arkansas and Graduate School: http://www.uark.edu/depts/gradinfo/ DEGREES OFFERED: -  ...

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Graduate Assistant/Band Librarian - Troy University

April 22, 2008 – 6:40 pm
Troy University John M. Long School of Music University Avenue Troy, Alabama 36082 Phone: 334.670.3281 Email: troyband@troy.edu $7,000 stipend plus in-state tuition waiver up to 6 hours or out-of-state tuition waiver.  Position starts during the Summer Term, 2008. The Graduate Assistant in the Department of University Bands at Troy University assists the Director of Bands and the Associate Director of Bands with the day-to-day operations, logistical as well as administrative, of the Troy University Sound of the South Band Program.  Some of these operational duties will include maintaining, modifying and improving the library database, including preparations for online availability.  Maintenance and monitoring of the Troy University Bands Perusal and Lending Library housed off-campus is also necessary. Development and implementation of library procedures and supervision of undergraduate student librarians will also be required.  In addition to these duties, the Graduate Assistant performs in the Symphony Band, assists with the Sound of the South Pep Band, and conducts and ...

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Marching Band Graduate Assistant Positions - Towson University

April 22, 2008 – 6:39 pm
Positions: Two full time graduate assistantships available for the 2008-2009 academic year.  Assistantships are renewable for four semesters pending satisfactory evaluation.  The position, for the first year, begins with band camp on August 18, 2008 and continues through May 29, 2009. Qualifications:  Applicants must have knowledge of contemporary marching band techniques specializing in percussion, color guard, or marching.  Applicants should have good organizational skills along with computer/internet skills and proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet programs (Microsoft Word and Excel).  Applicants must be accepted into a Towson University graduate program in music. Duties: Duties include assisting the marching band director with the administration, instruction, and operation of the TIGER Marching Band and Pep Band.  Duties as assigned by the band director will include, but are not limited to: section rehearsals, oversight of rehearsal field preparation, and instrument inventory, driving equipment vehicles, management of electronic equipment, recording of rehearsals, distribution of information to students, ...

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Graduate Assistantship in Band - University of Texas Arlington

April 22, 2008 – 6:38 pm
For 2008 – 2009 Responsibilities: Assist with teaching and administrative aspects of the total band program.  Primary conducting responsibilities with the University Band and Basketball Band. Manage instrument inventory. Perform in the Wind Ensemble each semester. Conducting opportunities with the UTA Wind Ensemble and Concert Band as assigned.  Additional duties as required by the needs of the department. Stipend: $6500 (approx.) for the 9-month academic year (September-May), and a benefits package.  Tuition and fees: Waiver for out-of-state tuition and fees. Benefits: A benefits package that includes medical, life, accidental death and dismemberment insurance is also provided. At the present time, half of the cost of these benefits is paid by the state; coverage begins 90 days after the first day of employment. Optional vision and dental insurance is available for a small fee. Renewal: Renewal is based on an annual review of the Graduate Students academic performance, performance of assigned duties, needs of the ...

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Graduate Scholarships – Florida International University

April 22, 2008 – 6:36 pm
The School of Music at Florida International University is pleased to announce 6 graduate full-tuition scholarships available for the 2008-09 school year (with option to renew for 2009-10) in the areas of applied oboe, bassoon, and horn performance and/or Music Education with a cognate in performance. Interested applicants should contact Dr. Roby G. George at (305) 348-2497 or e-mail at georgr@fiu.edu. Additional funds may be available for housing for those qualified applicants.  You may choose to arrange an on-campus audition or submit a CD or DVD of your playing.  All taped auditions should include standard repertoire selections and/or orchestral excerpts.  Mail to: Florida International University University Park Campus WPAC 143-C Miami, Florida 33199 Deadline for applications is May 12, 2008.

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Czech Republic - Intitute of Chemical Technology in Prague PhD Positions in Chemical Engineering

April 18, 2008 – 11:54 am
Applications are invited for up to four fully funded PhD positions at the newly established Chemical Robotics Laboratory (CRL) in the Department of Chemical Engineering, Institute of Chemical Technology, Prague. The following topics are available: Biomimetic synthesis of active porous structures Synthesis and characterisation of chemical robots Molecular transport and reaction kinetics in artificial cellular structures Synthesis and characterisation of multi-compartmental giant vesicles The positions will suit results-oriented individuals with a desire to realise their own intellectual potential in modern interdisciplinary research and the ability to closely collaborate with other team members and our academic and industrial partners from Europe and the US. Our work is characterised by a fast pace in a friendly professional atmosphere, backed by state-of-the-art research infrastructure and a competitive remuneration. We are committed to equal opportunities. Questions & Application For further information please see http://www.vscht.cz/homepage/english/main and contact Frantisek Stepanek at frantisek.stepanek [at] vscht.cz Institute of ...

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The 2008 SPACE CAMP/AVIATION CHALLENGE

April 15, 2008 – 6:26 pm
Scholarship's Program The scholarship program is managed by the U.S. Space & Rocket Center Foundation. Full Scholarships cover tuition, room & board for any weeklong, age-appropriate camp and are good for one year. Transportation and incidentals are the responsibility of the scholarship recipient. Scholarship applications for the 2009 cycle will be available in mid-September and will be due mid-December. We will announce our winners mid-March 2009. Applicants may apply in one of four categories - Academic Achievement, Financial Needs, Special Needs, or General. Each applicant must answer an essay question, design a mission patch, describe a science project using the scientific method, and provide three letters of recommendation. A selection committee reviews applications, and scholarships are awarded based on available funding. CATEGORY GUIDELINES: Financial Need/Disadvantaged - applicants in this category must either be in a low income family or receiving government assistance. Special Needs - applicants in this category must have a learning challenge ...

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Scholarships for CFHI Programs

April 15, 2008 – 6:07 pm
Scholarships for Fall 2008 & Spring 2009 Child Family Health International (CFHI) is offering half and full scholarships during 2008 and 2009. Scholarships are to be used toward the program fees for a CFHI programs. Scholarships to these programs are available during the following months only: September, October, November and December of 2008, February, March, April, May of 2009. CFHI does not have scholarships available during the months of June through August. Recipients of partial scholarships are responsible for the remaining balance of CFHI program fees. Scholarships will be given to students who demonstrate a commitment to their communities as well as financial need and an interest in exchanging ideas and sharing experiences with people in Bolivia, Ecuador, India, Mexico and South Africa. Read about the experiences of some of our 2006 scholarship recipients: Cultural Crossroads in Health, Oaxaca HIV &Public Health Challenges in India HIV/AIDs and Healthcare in Durban Rural/Urban Himalayan Rotation Spring 2007 scholarship recipients: Tropical Medicine & ...

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Potomac Hospital Nursing - Full Scholarship Program

April 8, 2008 – 9:19 pm
If so, the Potomac Hospital Nursing Scholarship Program can help you by providing financial assistance and professional mentoring. After graduation, you'll have a chance to put your skills into practice by working at Potomac Hospital. One- and two-year full scholarships covering all in-state tuition costs and other eligible expenses, such as textbooks and uniforms, will be awarded to eligible students who are completing an Associate in Applied Science Degree in Nursing at Northern Virginia Community College or Germanna Community College. To be eligible for the scholarships, you must be either a Potomac Hospital employee, a member of the Potomac Hospital Auxiliary, a Prince William or Stafford County resident, a Prince William County School of Practical Nursing second-year student or graduate, a Northern Virginia Community College first-year nursing student, or a Germanna Community College first-year nursing student. Others may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Students who receive scholarships are required to fulfill a ...

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Central Christian College of The Bible provides Full-Tuition Scholarship

April 8, 2008 – 8:46 pm
Central Christian College of the Bible provides a full-tuition scholarship for every full-time student. This scholarship drastically reduces the cost of attending college and provides students the opportunity to graduate without the burden of educational debt. This full-tuition scholarship may last for four or more years, so long as the student is enrolled as a full-time student. Also, this scholarship will increase with any future increases in tuition in order to ensure that 100% of tuition is covered by scholarship. No student will receive a scholarship or combination of scholarships from CCCB in excess of the tuition costs of attending Central. However, the presence of outside scholarships or grants will not reduce the CCCB full-tuition scholarship amount. The Central scholarship(s) will be credited to the student's account if he or she meets all eligibility and maintenance requirements after 60% of the semester has been completed. The total full-tuition scholarship may consist of ...

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