They also take part in two weekly seminars on urban issues. The program accepts students from a variety of majors who have achieved junior standing. Housing is arranged by the Program Director and costs are equivalent to the dorm fees on campus. Urban Semester is completing its 31st year of existence and is often an important opportunity for students considering careers in human services, advocacy or government. Internships vary from shelters to advocacy and research organizations to the legislature and many other sites.
Students have full choice in where they intern.
For applications and more information contact the Urban Semester office at 486-5997. Scholarship Applications Available Applications are currently being accepted for the 2000-2001 Gellenbeck Scholarship. Come learn more about this exciting year of service program that can place participants in locations throughout the country. Benefits to AmeriCorps volunteers include student loan deferment, health coverage, a monthly living allowance, and a post-service educational award or cash payment. For more information, contact Sara Moore at 427-7506.