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2019-2020 Fellowships at The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Metropolitan Museum of Art welcomes applications from scholars of art history, archaeology, conservation and related sciences, education, as well as from scholars in other disciplines whose projects are interdisciplinary in nature and relate to objects in The Met’s collection. The tremendous diversity of fellows' projects reflects the historic and geographic diversity of the Museum's collection. The community of fellows becomes immersed in the intellectual life of the Museum and takes part in a robust program of colloquia, roundtable seminars, research-sharing workshops, behind-the-scenes tours of exhibitions, conversations with Museum staff, and visits to the curatorial and conservation departments. Fellows form long-lasting professional relationships as they discuss research questions, look closely at objects, and share the experience of living in New York City.

Applications for 2019–2020 Fellowships will open September 1, 2018. Please visit http://www.metmuseum.org/about-the-met/fellowships for more information. Questions may be sent to [email protected].

Fresh Tracks Southwest/Intermountain Leadership Training in New Mexico!

Fresh Tracks brings young leaders from urban, rural, and tribal communities together during a three-day expedition, using the outdoors as a background for transformative leadership development. Youth will learn valuable organizing skills, create community action plans, and work with the Center for Native American Youth, along with partners from Children & Nature Network’s Natural Leaders and Opportunity Youth United, to make a lasting impact in their home communities. The training will be held in Abiquiú, New Mexico from September 14 -16 (including travel dates). Travel, lodging, and meals will be covered for selected participants. https://freshtracksaction.org/apply/

7th Annual Native American Studies Graduate Student Symposium - Honoring Seven Generations: History, Praxis and Futurities

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#WeNeedYouHere Suicide Prevention Campaign

WeRNative is a comprehensive health resource for Native youth, by Native youth, that promotes holistic health and positive growth in local communities, and the nation at large. September is Suicide Prevention Month and WeRNative is inviting American Indian and Alaska Native youth ages 15- 24 to help spread awareness and messages of hope. Those who participate have a chance to win $75. Submissions are due September 20, 2018.  

Eligibility: Participants must be American Indian or Alaska Native and between the ages of 15 and 24 years old.

To Enter the Contest: Download and print the #WeNeedYouHere sign. Add your own hopeful message to the sign and take a photo. Submit the form to share your message with WeRNative and enter the contest. Questions? Email [email protected]

2018 QuestBridge Scholarships

The QuestBridge National College Match is a college and scholarship application process that helps outstanding low-income high school seniors gain admission and full four-year scholarships to the nation's most selective colleges. Students who have achieved academic success in the face of economic adversity are encouraged to apply. Scholarships cover the full cost of tuition and room and board, are loan-free, and require no parental contribution.   https://apply.questbridge.org/apply

AmeriCorps VISTA Native Food Sovereignty Fellows 

work in Native American communities to contribute to and assist in efforts focused on food sovereignty, food systems, nutritional education, and the development of tribal economies that build opportunities in food and agriculture. The fellowship is the result of a unique partnership between VISTA, the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community and IFAI. VISTA positions are paid positions that provide a living allowance, educational benefits upon successful completion of the assignment, a child care benefit (if applicable) and other supporting benefits. Native Food Sovereignty Fellows work closely with the IFAI and receive ongoing training and assistance to augment their local work. The application period is now open. Space is limited, and they are looking to fill positions as quickly as possible. https://www.nationalservice.gov/programs/americorps/americorps-programs/americorps-vista/life-vista-member

Semester in Washington's Scholarship for Native Students

The Native American Political Leadership Program (NAPLP) is a full scholarship for Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian students who want to take part in Semester in Washington Politics. It is open to undergraduate and graduate students, including those who have completed their undergraduate degree but have not yet enrolled in a graduate program. https://semesterinwashington.gwu.edu/application-form

If you need help writing a resume: https://novoresume.com/career-blog/how-to-write-a-resume-guide

And if you are interested in applying, but don’t feel ‘good enough’: