Workshops and Presentations

Fulbright-Hays Doctoral Dissertation Research Abroad Award Information Session  

The Fulbright-Hays DDRA Fellowship program provides opportunities for doctoral candidates to engage in full-time dissertation research abroad in modern foreign languages and area studies for periods of 6 to 12 months. The program is designed to contribute to the development and improvement of the study of modern foreign languages and area studies in the United States.  To receive an award, a student must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or national of the United States.  Research will take place in specified locations.   

Please read our description of the award prior to attending the session.  

  • Tuesday, December 6, 2023 from 12 – 1 pm.  Please register to receive the Zoom link.    
  • Wednesday, January 17, 2024 from 9:30 – 10:30 am.  Please register to receive the Zoom link.    

Funding for International Students in the US 

Does it seem like most funding opportunities require U.S. citizenship? Don’t be discouraged. There are opportunities for international students. In this webinar presented by the Graduate College, we will discuss them and where to find them.

  • Tuesday, January 30 from 12:00 – 1:00 pm.  Please register to receive the Zoom link.

Funding for Domestic Students Considering International Research

We will review various funding opportunities for students interested in doing research internationally. A list of possibilities will be provided.

  • Wednesday, January 31 from 12:30 - 1:30 pm. Please register to receive the Zoom link.

Funding for Students Entering the Dissertation Stage

Students beginning the dissertation stage, and planning to graduate around Spring 2026, should begin applying for dissertation awards now. We will discuss the possibilities.

  • Tuesday, March 26 from 9:30 - 10:30 am.  Please register to receive the Zoom link.

DAAD - German Academic Exchange Service Study Scholarship and Research Fellowship Information Session

The DAAD is an excellent source of funding for study and research in Germany.  Applicants should have a strong rationale for doing research or study in Germany.  

  • Tuesday, April 9 from 9:30 - 10:30 am.  Please register to receive the Zoom link.  
  • Monday, April 22 from 1 – 2 pm.  Please register to receive the Zoom link.  

Overview of Summer Program & Finding Funding

This webinar will introduce the Office of Fellowship’s Summer 2024 Fellowship Application Development Program.  The Program offers deadlines and writing support to assist UA students in completing fellowship applications over the summer. Our summer program is free and online.

This session will also briefly address resources for identifying an appropriate fellowship if needed.

  • Wednesday, March 20 from 1 – 2 pm.  Please register to receive the Zoom link.  
  • Thursday, April 11 from 1 – 2 pm.  Please register to receive the Zoom link.  

National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship (NSF GRFP) Information Sessions

GRFP recognizes and supports outstanding graduate students who have demonstrated the potential to be high achieving scientists and engineers. Applicants must be pursuing full-time research-based master’s and doctoral degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) or in STEM education at accredited US institutions. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident. 

Join us for an overview of the application process and for application tips. Please check your eligibility prior to attending a session. 

  • Wednesday, April 17, 2024 from 12:00 – 1:00 pm.  Please register to receive the zoom link.   
  • Wednesday, May 8, 2024 from 1:00 - 2:00 pm.  Please register to receive the zoom link. 
  • Wednesday, May 22, 2024 from 1:00 - 2:00 pm.  Please register to receive the zoom link.