A Gameplan to Search for your College Abroad

Education, Webinars
ZOROASTRIAN FACULTY NETWORK Creating Economic and Intellectual Value  presents 18 October 2020 - 7.30 pm IST Objective: Plan to Shortlist Universities =================================================================== Click here to enter your details and register for the webinar. =================================================================== PANELISTS : Farzin Avari (Educator, USA)   Location: Atlanta, Georgia, USA Background: B.S. Psychology, University of Georgia; Master of Arts in Science Education, Kennesaw State University; Currently working as a Virtual Science Teacher and Beta Club Sponsor at Georgia Connections Academy Position: Currently working as a Virtual Science Teacher and Beta Club Sponsor at Georgia Connections Academy ========================================================================================== Zenhar Marolia (Civil Engineer, Management Graduate, Entrepreneur in Real Estate, UK) Location: London, UK Background: Primary and Secondary Schooling in Bombay, India. MEng (Nottingham -  Civil Engineering) , MSt IDBE (Cambridge - Interdisciplinary Design for the Built Environment).  MBA…
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SBI is giving 1 lakh rupees per month for this work, only 5 days are left to apply online

Education, Finance
State Bank of India (SBI) has asked for applications for a two-year Post Doctoral Research Fellowship. Under this, selected applicants will be given a stipend of 1 lakh rupees every month. For this, online registration can be done from 18 September to 8 October 2020.   new Delhi. The State Bank of India (SBI) has invited applications from Indian nationals who have completed PhD for Post Doctoral Research Fellowship. SBI will give 1 lakh rupees every month to the elected fellows as stipend. At the same time, the performance of the fellows will be assessed at the end of the fellowship program. Based on this, they can also be given a lump sum of Rs 2 to 5 lakhs. Online registration for this fellowship program of SBI has started on…
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Effective Remote Learning – Managing Stress and Time

Calendar, Education
Speaker: Farrokh Mistree. L.A. Comp Chair and Professor, University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma, USA Date: September 19, 2020 Time: 7:30 PM IST / 10:00 AM EST / 9:00 AM CST Abstract: COVID 19 has affected the lives of people all over the world. In academia we have moved from face to face instruction to on-line or hybrid modes of instruction. This has altered the pedagogical model that we are all used to in that there is a greater need for a student to manage stress and time. In this talk I will offer some pointers on how one can learn in a remote learning environment. Biography: Farrokh’s passion is to have fun in providing an opportunity for highly motivated and talented people to learn how to define and achieve their…
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Study in Japan Project

Education
Dear aspirant students and faculty in the field of IT, here is a great opportunity to get enrolled in Japan at three prominent universities which are presenting their Sep/2021 batches for UG/PG for your degrees. On 6th of Oct. there will be a webinar being conducted for the promotion of their English taught courses. Please go see the admission guidelines first to ensure you are eligible for application. For any doubts or clarificatiins please contact the host. QTE 'Study in Japan Project' will conduct the following  webinar for the aspirant and eligible students and/or faculties in the field of Information Technology (Both Undergraduate and Graduate Student) who would like to get enrolled in the Sep/2021 batches at three prominent Japanese universities. Dear students and faculties, This session is designed for…
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Fali Chothia Charitable Scholarship now accepting applications

Scholarships
The Fali Chothia Charitable Trust is now accepting applications for its 30th annual scholarship awards. Scholarships are open to Zoroastrian students in North America enrolled in four-year or graduate-level programs. Awards are based on financial need, academic achievement, extracurricular activity and community service. They are given as outright gifts or no- and low-interest loans. The Fali Chothia Charitable Trust was established in 1988 under the Zoroastrian Association of Metropolitan Washington, Inc. (ZAMWI). The Trust provides scholarships to deserving Zoroastrian students enrolled in universities in North America, regardless of their country of origin. Applications may be downloaded from: https://zamwi.org/fcct/
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Social Sector Scholarships

Scholarships
A list of fellowships offered for the social sector—for professional development, in the field, or in academia. The list includes fellowships offered within India, as well as some offered internationally. *The fellowships in each section are listed in alphabetical order. This list was last updated on March 26th, 2020. If you would like to suggest any edits to this page, or would like us to add something we missed out, please writetous@idronline.org. Social sector fellowships Within India 1. Acumen Regional Fellows India Duration: One year, part-time Eligibility: Fluency in English; fellows must demonstrate a commitment to ending poverty and injustice in their community through their work Format: Fellows remain in jobs while participating in five, multi-day seminars over the course of the year Deadline: August 2. AIF William J. Clinton Fellowship for Service in India Duration: 10…
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Embassy of India Student Hub Advisory [Updated 27 March 2020]

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Embassy of India Washington DC Embassy of India Student Hub Advisory [Updated 27 March 2020] Following the growing cases of COVID-19, US universities have taken measures to shut down on-campus operations and/or move classes online. The Embassy of India/India Student Hub has the following advisory for Indian students who may be impacted by these decisions. Please note that this advisory is based on information available as of 27 March 2020. The WHO, CDC, Government of India Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (for India-specific updates), and your universities are the best sources for the latest information in this rapidly evolving situation. Further India Student Hub updates will be issued as needed. Please read this advisory carefully. For emergencies, continue to contact the 24x7 Consular Emergency helplines at Embassy or Consulates as per your present location.…
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National Science Foundation Research Experience for Undergraduates

Education
National Science Foundation Research Experience for Undergraduates New Approaches to Engineering Cells, Tissues, & Organs Program Dates: June 1 – August 7, 2020 The University of Maryland’s Fischell Department of Bioengineering, with support from the National Science Foundation, is offering exciting research opportunities in bioengineering for undergraduates who are interested in exploring new approaches to engineering cells, tissues, and organs. The deadline for students to apply to this 10-week Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program is Friday, February 14, 2020. Students are strongly encouraged to apply ahead of the deadline as admissions will be processed on a rolling basis. Undergraduate students will be enlisted to investigate new engineering technologies for constructing and mimicking tissues and organs. Example projects include blood-brain-barrier-on-a-chip, preparing human brain phantoms with amyloid plaque models, 3D printing and microsystems for extracellular vesicle biomanufacturing, and…
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