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IMPORTANT: $1,000 Solidarity and Merit Grants for Graduate Student Attendance at the Summer Institute in Applied Linguistics, Penn State, June 22–July 17, 2009The American Association for Applied Linguistics and Penn State’s Center for Language Acquisition have provided funding for three $1,000 grants to attend the 2009 Summer Institute in Applied Linguistics at Penn State. Graduate students in good standing, in applied linguistics or a related discipline, are encouraged to apply. Each of the three grants will balance criteria such as solidarity with individuals traveling from less represented or distant locations, academic accomplishments, and the promise of future contributions to applied linguistics.
Applicants should submit (1) a one-page (single-spaced) narrative that includes a description of interest(s) in applied linguistics (i.e., current and projected future research interests, relevant personal information) that includes a brief statement with specific reasons for attending the 2009 Summer Institute in Applied Linguistics, and (2) a letter of recommendation from a professional applied linguist who can comment on the applicant’s strengths and promise.
Application process:
. Please send by e-mail attachment a MS Word or PDF format file of your application materials to cla.pennstate@gmail.com.
. The e-mail subject line should read “Summer Institute travel grant.”
. The deadline for submissions is Friday, February 13, 2009.
ABOUT THE INSTITUTE
This two- or four-week program will feature an array of topics, with particular focus on the teaching and learning of additional language.
- Engage in a community of learning in applied linguistics
- Learn from leading international scholars
- Pursue your particular interest in applied linguistics
- Earn up to 6 graduate credits
- Network with colleagues from around the globe
The institute has two sessions, each lasting two weeks:
First Session—June 22 through July 3, 2009
Second Session—July 6 through July 17, 2009
Participants have the option of attending the first session, the second session, or both sessions.
Fee and Registration
$1,900 (for credit) or $1,600 (noncredit)
Registration will open January 2009. Please return to this site to register.
Housing
Estimated on-campus housing costs $40–$70 per night.
Meal plans may also be purchased.
Institute Attire
Casual dress will be appropriate throughout the institute and for all social and recreational activities. During early July, State College is generally warm, with the possibility of cooler evenings. A light jacket or sweater, and clothing that can be layered to make you comfortable on cool days or in air-conditioned buildings, are suggested. Some items that will be helpful in making your stay pleasant include an umbrella, comfortable walking shoes, and a light raincoat.
More information will be available on this site soon.
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