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Each year, the Georgetown University McCourt School of Public Policy's Fund for Experiential Learning provides financial assistance to more than 30 graduate students pursuing meaningful professional experiences and unpaid internships. With generous support from the CVS Health Foundation, McCourt will award eight additional stipends, particularly for military-connected students and those interested in veterans’ affairs and health policy. https://bit.ly/3CLixvV

Rural communities are the backbone of American society, if they are not prosperous we cannot achieve a country without inequality. With this investment in the UVM Leahy Institute for Rural Partnerships, the Ford Foundation hopes to empower Vermont’s rural communities with the tools they need for sustainable growth, while also providing UVM students with service-learning experiences that help cultivate the next generation of leaders.

Today, the Healey-Driscoll Administration announced today that they have issued $12.4 million through the Behavioral Health Trust Fund to 37 colleges and universities to financially support behavioral health students completing unpaid internships and field placements. Learn more: ➡️  https://lnkd.in/eXgVDYkB

Our President & CEO, Kevin Dean, Ed.D., was quoted today in a The Daily Memphian article about an amazing new opportunity for students at University of Memphis. The Mellon Foundation is investing $48 million in 11 universities, including the University of Memphis, to fund paid internships for humanities majors. This initiative aims to combat the declining interest in humanities degrees by providing students with valuable work experience and highlighting the career opportunities available in the nonprofit sector. By offering paid internships, the program also addresses the issue of equity and access for students from lower socioeconomic backgrounds who may not be able to afford unpaid internships. https://lnkd.in/gCczkTvH

The Public Policy Scholars Program (PPSP) launched this semester, bringing nine students from seven Texas A&M System schools to Washington, DC. These undergraduate students will gain internship experience in public policy coupled with an academic curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking, policy analysis, and real-world application, equipping them with the skills and knowledge necessary for successful careers in public service – a noble calling!

Proud moment for the University of North Florida! 🌟 Our university is one of just eight institutions nationwide to receive a $350K NEH grant to preserve Jacksonville’s history. Through the new Archivist-in-Training program, 30 students will gain paid internships and hands-on experience safeguarding local African American heritage and beyond. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eZj6f632

HBCU courses often emphasize community engagement, leadership, and social justice, fostering a strong sense of cultural identity and pride among students. The curriculum typically includes general education requirements, major-specific courses, and opportunities for research, internships, and experiential learning. HBCUs are known for their supportive environments, smaller class sizes, and faculty dedicated to student success and mentorship. This unique combination helps students achieve academic excellence while preparing them for professional careers and civic involvement. 1.833.364.3422 (1.833.3NID-HCA)

We’re excited to announce that the UVM Leahy Institute for Rural Partnerships will expand its summer internship program, thanks to a $250K grant from the Ford Foundation Ford Foundation. This funding will allow us to send student groups to the Northeast Kingdom and the White River Valley in the summer of 2025. The program supports both economic and community development while helping students build valuable professional and leadership skills. We’re grateful for this generous support, which enables us to continue empowering our students and strengthening rural communities in Vermont. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eqZCbsvS

The Mellon Foundation is investing $48 million in 11 universities, including the University of Memphis, to fund paid internships for humanities majors. This initiative aims to combat the declining interest in humanities degrees by providing students with valuable work experience and highlighting the career opportunities available in the nonprofit sector. By offering paid internships, the program also addresses the issue of equity and access for students from lower socioeconomic backgrounds who may not be able to afford unpaid internships. (Note: this is behind a paywall.) https://lnkd.in/gRcCTPCX

We believe it’s important to discuss how and if you want to contribute to your kid’s college fund. There are a lot of creative ways to approach this. 🤜You could pay a portion of their education. 🤜You could require that they apply for a certain amount of scholarships each semester. 🤜You could purchase a rental property for your child to live in for free while in college and have them manage renting out the extra rooms. 🤜They could take as many college classes as possible in high school. Many high schoolers now graduate with an associate’s degree. 🤜Look into community colleges, state schools, trade schools, internships. What creative approaches have you tried or are planning on trying to keep college costs low?