For more information c ontact A ngela Pansegrau by phone, fax or email. The Tomas River Policy Institute is a nationally recognized think tank on Latino issues, located at Claremont Colleges in Claremont, California. Program will run from June 11 through August 3, 2001. Two fellowships will be granted. Must have strong writing, verbal and analytical abilities and an interest in public policy issues of concern to Latino communities.
Student can expect to gain knowledge of administration of a non-profit organization.
Graduate assistants will assist with the editing and verification of financial aid applications, counsel students and parents regarding the financial aid process, and perform various other projects and duties. Applicants must be admitted to a degree-seeking graduate program or be in the process of being admitted. The ability to relate well with people, a willingness to work with detail, and some previous experience in financial aid, education, or administration is desirable. Applicants should be available to commit to one year of employment. The fellowship will be open to students from colleges and universities in the Midwestern part of the United States, who have completed their undergraduate studies and who are working towards a Masters Degree in International Relations, Political Science, Public Administration, or a related area.