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Do you have an idea for a social action project, but lack the funds to see it through? The World We Want Foundation is accepting applications for grants of up to $5,000 for community service and social change projects. Applications must be sponsored by an eligible non-profit organization, with a leader/mentor age 21 or older.

For more information and the application form, go to: http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/rfp/rfp_item.jhtml?id=418800002

Paterno Fellows have a special interest in undergraduate research since they are required to complete a senior thesis as members of the Schreyer Honors College.  And the Discovery Grant--$3000--for research to be completed next summer.  Do plan to apply--the deadline is February 8--particularly if you are now in your junior year (but freshmen and sophs are also eligible).  You have a very good chance to win one of the grants, and the application process is really pretty simple.

There will be two opportunities for students to prepare competitive applications.  First, on Monday, December 17, from 2:45 to 4:00 p.m. in 124 Sparks, there will be an overview and Q&A session for interested students. (If you cannot attend this session, write to Barb Edwards at bae1@psu.edu and she will arrange a make-up session.)  On December 17 the application process will be reviewed (it is indeed really pretty simple) and most of all, advice will be offered on how to come up with a compelling topic for research.  Then during the second week of classes in January, there will be an info session on the applications themselves (with examples of past successful proposals).

Note Well:  For the past few years the College of the Liberal Arts has had more Discovery Grant winners than any other PSU college.  The biggest reason, of course, is the quality of our students. (If you go to the Discovery Grant site, you can find a list of previous winners and the titles of their projects.  Many of the winners are Liberal Arts Paterno Fellows.)

But another reason is that Liberal Arts cooperates with Old Main in funding worthy Discovery Grant applicants.  That means Paterno Fellows have an excellent chance of being funded--if they apply!  So do plan on putting forward an application, and do plan on coming to the info session on December 17. 

You have a darn good chance to win, in other words.  So give it a try!
For students unable to attend this workshop, an additional information session is scheduled for Monday, December 10, 2012, at 12:00 p.m. in room 107 of the HUB.  Please refer to the event flyer for more information on this session.

Paterno Fellows will receive $1,500-$5,000 from the College of the Liberal Arts toward meeting their research, study abroad, and internship aspirations; and build a portfolio of experiences that will influence employers, professional schools, and graduate schools. These are the types of experiences that prepare students for leadership and that students and alumni describe as the most defining and unforgettable moments in their college careers.

The priority application deadline for spring 2013 College of the Liberal Arts Enrichment Applications is Saturday, December 1, 2012.  Students should apply for funds through the Liberal Arts Enrichment Funds online system, and indicate that they are in the Paterno Fellows Program.

For more information, please see: http://blogs.la.psu.edu/laus-announcements/2012/10/spring-2013-enrichment-funds-application-priority-deadline-december-1.html

Paterno Fellows have a special interest in undergraduate research since they are required to complete a senior thesis as members of the Schreyer Honors College.  And the Discovery Grant competition gives Paterno Fellows a chance to win significant funding--$2500--for research to be completed next summer.  Do plan to apply--the deadline is February 10-- particularly if you are now in your junior year.  For information and application materials, see visit the Undergraduate Research website.

Note Well:  For the past few years the College of the Liberal Arts has had more Discovery Grant winners than any other PSU college.  The biggest reason, of course, is the quality of our students. Check out a list of last year's winners and the titles of their projects.  A dozen or so of these students are from Liberal Arts (and nine are Paterno Fellows--Borriello, Dorian, Foster, Heimark, Kilkelly, Ogram, Rotiroti, Sroka, Theberge).  

But another reason is that Liberal Arts faculty and staff help students to refine their applications. To get a head start on the application process, interested students should attend a workshop on January 26 (Thursday) at 4 pm in 124 Sparks.  At the workshop you'll have a chance to see some example proposals (including successful ones!), you'll be able to ask specific questions, and by attending you'll earn the right to share your subsequent draft materials (if you want) with sympathetic and experienced Liberal Arts grantmanshippers. 

You have a good chance to win, in other words.  So give it a try!

As you know, one major benefit of being a Paterno Fellow is access to a guaranteed $1500 - $2500 that you can put towards your education abroad trip and/or internship experience.

However, please note that you must submit an application to officially receive these funds.  Paterno Fellows should use the standard College of the Liberal Arts Enrichment Funds Application, being sure to check the appropriate box (Aspiring Fellow or Admitted Fellow).  All students who have been admitted to the Paterno Fellows Program (including Schreyer students who have indicated they are pursuing the PF program and making progress towards requirements) are guaranteed at least $1500 towards their experience, provided they submit the application in advance of embarking on it.  Students who are Aspiring Fellows will be considered on a case by case basis.

Are you studying abroad or doing an internship this spring but have neglected to submit this application?  Please contact us immediately at laenrichment@la.psu.edu.  Other inquiries about enrichment funds can be directed to this address as well.