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New Scholarships and Fellowships Available

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SFLRLA & BALIF LGBT PUBLIC INTEREST LAW FELLOWSHIP

This fellowship, jointly awarded by San Francisco La Raza Lawyers Association (SFLRLA) and Bay Area Lawyers for Individual Freedom (BALIF), was established to fund summer employment for a law school student.

Priority is given to an applicant with at least one of the following objectives in her/his expected summer work:

(1) development/expansion of legal services for LGBT community, especially within the Latino community; (2) education of LGBT community about legal rights; and (3) mentoring to law students.

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SFLRLA PUBLIC INTEREST LAW FELLOWSHIP

This fellowship, awarded by San Francisco La Raza Lawyers Association (SFLRLA), was established to fund summer employment for a law school student.

Priority is given to an applicant with at least one of the following objectives in her/his expected summer work:

(1) development/expansion of legal services specializing in housing, education, employment, discrimination, immigration, and naturalization; (2) education of Latino community about legal rights; and (3) mentoring to law students.

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SFLRLA PUBLIC INTEREST BAR REVIEW SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship, awarded by San Francisco La Raza Lawyers Association (SFLRLA), was established to finance a bar review course for a current third-year law student.

Priority is given to an applicant with at least one of the following objectives in their post-graduation employment:

(1) development/expansion of legal services specializing in housing, education, employment, discrimination, immigration, and naturalization; (2) education of Latino community about legal rights; and (3) mentoring to law students.

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New Scholarship Available for Jewish Students from LA County: JVS Scholarship Program

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JEWISH VOCATIONAL SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

The JVS Scholarship is available to Jewish students with verifiable financial need who are legal and permanent residents of Los Angeles County.

Primary criterion for scholarship selection is financial need. Jewish community involvement and community service are also considered. Financial need is verified by federal income tax returns.

A personal interview is necessary for eligible new applicants. All applicants are required to file a “Free Application for Federal Student Aid” (FAFSA) in January.

  • Deadline: 2014/03/31
  • Awards: $2,000 – $5,000
  • Contact: Patricia Sills
  • Phone: (310) 761-8888, ext. 8868
  • Email: psills@jvsla.org
  • Website: http://www.jvsla.org/scholarship
  • Address: JVS Scholarship Fund; Jewish Vocational Service; 6505 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 200; Los Angeles, CA 90048
  • Last updated: 2013/12/02
  • Keywords: ca california jewish entering 1l 2l 3l graduate jvs los angeles la

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New Scholarship Available for Students from RI: Rhode Island Bar Foundation – Thomas F. Black, Jr. Memorial Scholarship

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RHODE ISLAND BAR FOUNDATION – THOMAS F. BLACK, JR. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

The Thomas F. Black, Jr. Memorial Scholarship provides financial assistance to Rhode Island residents who show promise of becoming outstanding lawyers and need assistance to study at quality law schools.

Scholarship awards shall be exclusively for tuition and related expenses for full-time students in L.L.B. or J.D. degree programs offered by accredited law schools located in the United States or District of Columbia.

Each scholarship will be made on the basis of demonstrated financial need, superior academic performance, community and public service, and demonstrated contacts with and commitment to the State of Rhode Island.

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New Scholarship Available: Hearthstone Housing Foundation Scholarship Fund

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HEARTHSTONE HOUSING FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Hearthstone Housing Foundation Scholarship Fund was created to develop and empower new generations to achieve their educational endeavors.

Scholarships are awarded to residents of Hearthstone properties or to residents in a county where a Hearthstone property is located. Visit the the website for additional requirements and for a list of eligible counties.

  • Deadline: 2014/03/31
  • Awards: $500 to $5,000
  • Contact: Larissa Medellin
  • Phone: (949) 553-9447 x202
  • Email: larissa@hearthstonehousing.org
  • Website: http://hearthstonehousing.org
  • Address: Hearthstone Housing Foundation, Attn: Scholarship Fund Committee, 5031 Birch Street, Suite F, Newport Beach, CA 92660
  • Last updated: 2014/01/21
  • Keywords: ca california entering 1l 2l 3l graduate hearthstone

New Scholarship Available: M. Katherine Baird Darmer Scholarship

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M. KATHERINE BAIRD DARMER EQUALITY SCHOLARSHIP

The M. Katherine Baird Darmer Scholarship Fund was named in memory of the late M. Katherine Baird Darmer, an activist, law professor, and champion of change for the LGBTQ community in Orange County and beyond.

The fund will award one or more scholarships each year to academically qualified law students who have demonstrated commitment to advancing equality for the LGBTQ community in Orange County.

  • Deadline: 2014/04/01
  • Awards: $5,000
  • Contact: Professor Francine Lipman
  • Phone:
  • Email: lipmanfj@yahoo.com
  • Website: http://katherinedarmerequalityscholarship.org/
  • Address: University of Nevada, Las Vegas, William S. Boyd School of Law, 4505 South Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, Nevada
  • Last updated: 2014/01/15
  • Keywords: ca california lgbt lesbian gay bisexual transgender entering 1l 2l 3l graduate darmer orange county lgbtq

Upcoming Outside Scholarship Opportunity

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ANIMAL LEGAL DEFENSE FUND (ALDF) ADVANCEMENT OF ANIMAL LAW SCHOLARSHIP

The ALDF Advancement of Animal Law Scholarship is available to law student members of Student Animal Legal Defense Fund (SALDF) chapters.

Applicants should demonstrate commitment to ALDF’s mission through chapter involvement and anticipated participation in a related field after graduation.

Scholarships are for one year only. However, students are eligible to apply for continued funding. Scholarships for 1Ls (and part-time students) are $2,500 and scholarships for 2Ls and 3Ls are $5,000.

Upcoming Outside Scholarship Opportunity

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GEORGE H. NOFER SCHOLARSHIP FOR LAW AND PUBLIC POLICY

The George H. Nofer Scholarship is available for full-time graduate students with a pre-lingual bilateral hearing loss in the moderately-severe to profound range and use listening and spoken language as their primary method of communication.

Up to three awards of $5,000 each may be awarded per year. Previous recipients of the George H. Nofer Scholarship may reapply for a scholarship.

Holiday Hours and Spring Semester Financial Aid

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Holiday Hours and Deadlines for Fall Semester Aid
Regular Office Hours:
Monday-Thursday 9am-12pm and 1pm – 4pm (Closed Fridays)

Holiday Hours:
The Financial Aid Office will be closed December 16 and December 17, resuming normal office hours on Wednesday, December 18.  The office will also be closed from December 24 through January 1, resuming normal office hours on Thursday, January 2.
Fall Semester Aid:

Students intending to borrow from the campus’ emergency loan may do so only until December 20.  Spring semester emergency loans will not be available until January.  Please see http://students.berkeley.edu/finaid/graduates/types_loans.htm for details.


Spring Semester Financial Aid Payments and Refunds
Financial aid payments for spring semester 2014 will be sent to the Campus Accounts Receivable System (CARS) in early January, as long as you meet the eligibility requirements, which include being enrolled in at least 6 units, not having any registration blocks, and hot having an unresolved over-award in your aid package.

Your first CARS bill for the spring semester will be visible in BearFacts in mid December, 2013.  Please note that this December CARS statement will not show your financial aid payments, including loan disbursements for the spring semester.

Beginning in early January, financial aid payments (including any loans) will be applied to your CARS account.  If your aid payments exceed your charges, remaining funds will be issued as refunds beginning Thursday, January 16, 2014.  If your aid is delayed because you do not meet the eligibility requirements, you can expect your refund 7-10 days after you establish your eligibility.

Awards from Other Departments:

For questions about fellowships, departmental awards, fee waivers, and fee remissions, please contact your department or the fellowships office.  The Financial Aid Office does not have information about these award disbursements.

 

 

Viewing Your Award and Payment Status
You can always check your most current CARS balance by viewing your Quick Statement in BearFacts.  Remember that your e-Bill is a monthly snapshot and will not reflect recent payment activity, but your Quick Statement is updated daily and will show recent payments and any current CARS balance due.

You can also view your financial aid payments by logging on to MyFinAid and visiting the “Award Payment Status” link in the left column.  Be sure to also check “messages” on MyFinAid— we may need a certain document or additional information from you in order to pay your aid.  We recommend that you check MyFinAid regularly throughout the semester for updates.
Electronic Funds Transfer for Spring

If you have not already signed up for Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) to receive your spring refund through direct deposit, sign up online by January 2.  Otherwise, paper refund checks will be available for pick-up at Cal Student Center, 120 Sproul Hall.  Periodically check your email account or your BearFacts CARS Refund Summary to find out when your refund becomes available. BearFacts will also show whether your EFT is active.

Upcoming Outside Scholarship Opportunities

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SWITZER FOUNDATION ENVIRONMENTAL FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM

The Switzer Environmental Fellowship Program supports graduate students whose studies are directed toward improving environmental quality and who demonstrate the potential for leadership in their field.

Applicants are evaluated based on their commitment to environmental problem-solving and their potential for creating positive environmental impact.

The Fellowship provides a one-year $15,000 cash award for graduate study as well as networking and leadership support to awardees.

 

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THE DOC COHEN FRANCHISING SCHOLARSHIP

The International Franchise Association Educational Foundation is pleased to announce the Doc Cohen Franchising Scholarship.

This program will support the award of a scholarship each year in the amount of $4,500 which includes a $500 travel stipend to the recipient to attend the IFA Annual Convention.

Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited college or university, with a major or primary focus in one or more of these areas of study – business, finance, marketing, food service, hospitality, franchising, or entrepreneurship.

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WALLY DAVIS MEMORIAL LEGAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND/HISPANIC EDUCATION ENDOWMENT FUND (HEEF)

HEEF is interested in students who demonstrate a commitment to serving their communities with a social conscience.

Priority is given to applicants from California’s Orange County who are of Latino origin and demonstrate involvement in the Latino community and school. The Wally Davis Memorial Legal Scholarship is awarded annually to law students.

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HARVEY FELLOWS PROGRAM

The program seeks to encourage Christian graduate students to integrate their faith and vocation and pursue leadership positions in strategic fields where Christians tend to be underrepresented.

  • Deadline: 2013/11/01
  • Awards: $12,000 renewable stipend
  • Contact:
  • Phone:
  • Email:
  • Website: http://www.msfdn.org/harveyfellows/overview/
  • Address: Harvey Fellows Program; Mustard Seed Foundation; 7115 Leesburg Pike, Suite 304; Falls Church, VA 22043
  • Last updated: 2013/09/04
  • Keywords: entering 1l 2l harvey christian

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JOHN M. LANGSTON BAR ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP

The John M. Langston Bar Association is the largest African-American bar association in Los Angeles. Langston’s mission is to provide a source of networks, support, and mentorship for African-American attorneys.

Each year, Langston sponsors various workshops to address the needs of African-American attorneys and provides scholarships to qualified law students and bar grants for law school graduates. Applications will be available in October.

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FRANCHISE LAW DIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP AWARD

The IFA Educational Foundation and DLA Piper US LLP have teamed up to sponsor the Franchise Law Diversity Scholarship Award. The goal of this program is to recognize and support academic avhievement among diverse law students.

Additionally, the program seeks to encourage diverse law students to enroll in courses that are oriented towards franchising.

To be eligible for the scholarship award, students must be enrolled in an ABA-accredited law school. Applicants must have 2L or 3L status during the period of the scholarship, and they must be enrolled in at least one course oriented towards franchise law

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BRADLEY ARANT BOULT CUMMINGS DIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP

The Bradley Arant Boult Cummings (BABC) Diversity Scholarship is awarded annually to one second-year law student.

In connection with receiving the scholarship, the recipient will be required to clerk in one of BABC’s seven offices for the summer after the scholarship is awarded.

  • Deadline: 2012/09/30
  • Awards: $10,000 (one)
  • Contact: Amy Hood
  • Phone:
  • Email: ahood@babc.com
  • Website: http://www.babc.com/diversity_scholarship/
  • Address: One Federal Place; 1819 Fifth Ave. North; Birmingham, AL 35203-2119
  • Last updated: 2013/09/04
  • Keywords: african asian female hispanic latino lgbt lesbian gay bisexual transgender native 2l diversity bradley arant

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PAUL AND DAISY SOROS FELLOWSHIPS FOR NEW AMERICANS

These fellowships are awarded for up to two years of graduate study in the United States. A New American is an individual who holds a green card or has been naturalized as a U.S. citizen or is the child of two parents who are both naturalized citizens.

To be eligible a student must not be older than 31 as of November 1, 2010. A successful candidate will give evidence of at least two of the following three attributes:

1) creativity, originality and initiative demonstrated in any area of his/her life; 2) a commitment to and capacity for accomplishment, demonstrated through activity that has required drive and sustained effort; and

3) a commitment to the values expressed in the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights.

  • Deadline: 2013/11/08
  • Awards: Maintenance grant of $25,000 (paid in 2 installments) and Tuition Grant (Thirty)
  • Contact:
  • Phone: (212) 547-6926
  • Email: pdsoros_fellows@sorosny.org
  • Website: http://www.pdsoros.org/
  • Address: Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans; 400 W. 59th Street; New York, NY 10019
  • Last updated: 2013/09/04
  • Keywords: international immigrant entering 1l 2l paul daisy soros new americans

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