DLSU awards college scholarships to 50 public school students

DE LA SALLE UNIVERSITY presented last April 25, 2012 50 public school students who will receive full college scholarships from the University.

The grant comes from the Vaugirard Scholarship Program, established by DLSU last year to provide 50 scholarships annually for students who graduated from Philippine public high schools.  The initiative provides an opportunity for the students to access any baccalaureate degree at DLSU.

Apart from full waiver of tuition, miscellaneous, and other fees, scholars will receive a monthly stipend to cover accommodation, meals, transportation, and book expenses. 

2012 Japan Institute of International Affairs (JIIA) Fellowship Grant: Call for Application

The 2012 Japan Institute of International Affairs (JIIA) Fellowship grant is now open for applications. Interested parties are urged to send their application directly to the Japan Institute of International Affairs in Japan.

2012 JIIA Fellowship Program

1. Purpose

The Program awards fellowships by invitation to young scholars and analysts to conduct advanced research at JIIA. 

2. Applicants

Scholars and researchers in the field of international political and security issues who work in institutes, think tanks, and universities

3. Duration 

Up to six months (between October 1, 2012 and March 31, 2013)

4. Eligibility 

(1) We will invite a fellow from ASEAN, CIS, Middle Eastern, or neighboring countries this year.

(2) Applicants must be scholars and researchers in the field of international political and security issues, and be at least Master’s degree holders or Ph.D. candidates 

(3) Applicants must be no more than 45 years of age.

(4) Persons who either previously received a JIIA Fellowship or who presently reside in Japan are not eligible.

(5) Applicants should currently be employed (applicants should get advance permission to be absent from their offices).

(6) Applicants should have the ability to write their reports in English or Japanese.

(7) Applicants must be in good health.

(8) In principle, applicants must be able to stay continuously in Japan during the term of the fellowship.