{"id":5837,"date":"2024-04-09T11:52:13","date_gmt":"2024-04-09T15:52:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/urf\/?page_id=5837"},"modified":"2026-03-05T14:10:42","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T19:10:42","slug":"news","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/urf\/news\/","title":{"rendered":"News"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Get this newsletter delivered straight to your inbox. <a href=\"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/urf\/newsletter\/\">Sign up here<\/a><\/p>\n<hr class=\"orange-hash\">\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">UT Junior Julia Dieter Named Truman Scholarship Finalist<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/urf\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Office of Undergraduate Research &amp; Fellowships<\/span><\/b><\/a><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202f<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">at the University of\u202fTennessee, Knoxville has announced\u00a0that\u00a0junior Julia\u00a0Dieter\u00a0is\u00a0a finalist for the prestigious and highly competitive\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/urf\/listings\/truman\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Truman Scholarship<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.\u00a0She\u00a0is\u00a0one of\u00a0198 finalists\u00a0selected\u00a0from a pool of 781 applicants\u00a0representing\u00a0305 institutions\u00a0nationwide.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">A public affairs major,\u00a0member of the\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/honors\/chancellors-honors-program-minor-chp-25-26-program-of-studies\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Chancellor\u2019s Honors Program<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">,\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/baker.utk.edu\/student-engagement\/student-research\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Baker Scholar<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">,\u00a0Dieter\u00a0will interview with the Truman Foundation\u00a0later this month, and recipients will be announced\u00a0in late April.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Raised in Signal Mountain, Tennessee,\u00a0she says the recognition\u00a0affirms her\u00a0dedication\u00a0to public service and her desire to\u00a0positively contribute\u00a0within the public sphere.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u201cBeing a Truman Finalist is an affirmation of more than just academic achievement. It is a recognition of my commitment to service and to advancing policy that I believe in and am passionate about,\u201d said Dieter.\u00a0\u201cIt&#8217;s been extremely empowering to be surrounded\u202fand uplifted by peers, professors, and mentors who have encouraged me to apply for programs like this one and to take those next steps in a career I previously didn&#8217;t see as possible.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Truman Scholarship recognizes students who\u00a0demonstrate\u00a0exceptional leadership, public service, and academic excellence.\u00a0The award\u00a0provides $30,000\u00a0for\u00a0graduate\u00a0study\u00a0in public service-related fields,\u00a0along with\u00a0leadership development opportunities, and access to a nationwide network of public service professionals.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Dieter\u00a0currently serves\u00a0as the sole\u00a0student\u00a0commissioner\u00a0on\u00a0the Tennessee Higher Education Commission,\u00a0representing\u00a0more than\u00a0220,000\u00a0students across the state.\u00a0As one of the first UT students in several years to hold\u00a0the role, she\u00a0has deepened her understanding of education\u00a0policy\u00a0and\u00a0government\u00a0leadership\u00a0through\u00a0intentional\u00a0collaboration with state officials and policy advisors.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Dieter\u00a0intends to pursue a master\u2019s\u00a0degree\u00a0in public policy with a concentration in education policy.\u00a0After\u00a0graduate\u00a0school, she\u00a0aims to begin her career\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">with\u00a0the Tennessee Department of Education, focusing on elevating state education standards and civic\u00a0knowledge, before\u00a0seeking\u00a0a larger role\u00a0in the Tennessee State General Assembly.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">On campus, Dieter\u00a0serves as an ambassador for the\u00a0university and\u00a0the\u00a0Baker School of Public Policy and Public\u00a0Affairs and\u00a0is involved\u00a0in\u00a0student\u00a0government.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u201cJulia is an exceptional,\u00a0engaged, and\u00a0motivated\u00a0scholar and\u00a0leader\u00a0who\u00a0is already making a difference on\u00a0our campus and in\u00a0our\u00a0state,\u201d\u00a0said\u00a0Dr. Meredith M.\u00a0Malburne-Wade,\u00a0director of\u00a0Undergraduate\u00a0Research and Fellowships.\u00a0\u00a0\u201cIt is an honor\u00a0to work with\u00a0her\u00a0as she pursues the Truman\u00a0Scholarship.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Eager to make her mark,\u00a0Dieter\u00a0credits the support she has received from\u00a0UT\u00a0with\u00a0empowering\u00a0a greater belief in herself and what she can achieve.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cI care deeply about the health of Tennessee&#8217;s education, and I plan to play a role in changing the public perceptions of education in the South,\u201d said Dieter.\u00a0\u201cI am committed to this state and will seek a career in the state assembly so that I can see my ideas and vision for the state come to fruition.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Students interested in applying for the Truman Scholarship or other national and international awards are encouraged to contact\u00a0<\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/urf\/\"><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Undergraduate Research &amp; Fellowships<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0at\u00a0<\/span><\/i><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">urf@utk.edu<\/span><\/i><\/b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0or\u00a0<\/span><\/i><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">865-974-8560.<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335572079&quot;:6,&quot;335572080&quot;:29,&quot;335572081&quot;:4278190080,&quot;469789806&quot;:&quot;single&quot;}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr class=\"orange-hash\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-5839 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/urf\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/2025-2026-Fullbright-screen-300x110.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"453\" height=\"166\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/urf\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/2025-2026-Fullbright-screen-300x110.png 300w, https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/urf\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/2025-2026-Fullbright-screen.png 538w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 453px) 100vw, 453px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center\">Fullbright U.S. Student Program Opens April 2<\/h4>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\">The Fulbright U.S. Student Program is the largest U.S. exchange program that offers funded, year-long post-graduate research, grad degrees, arts projects, and teaching opportunities in one of 140+ countries around the world. Fulbright facilitates cultural exchange and promotes mutual understanding for an increasingly globalized society.<\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\">UT has consistently been named a Fulbright Top Producer due in part to URF\u2019s expert advising, resources, and application support for UT students and alumni.<\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\">\n<p>There are TWO ways you can learn more about the Fulbright experience and how to apply.<\/p>\n<p>You can\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/zjvk3g\/r5myinl\/bpbux1\" data-name=\"click here to visit our website\" data-type=\"url\">click here to visit our website<\/a>\u00a0for more information.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\">Additionally, URF will be hosting a Fulbright Student Panel event on\u00a0<b>April 23rd, 3:00-4:00PM,<\/b>\u00a0in the Student Union, Room 377A (the Executive Dining Room near the Big Orange Pantry).<\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\">To attend,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/zjvk3g\/r5myinl\/rhcux1\" data-name=\"be sure to RSVP by clicking here\" data-type=\"url\">be sure to RSVP by clicking here<\/a>.<\/div>\n<div><hr class=\"orange-hash\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-5842 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/urf\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/AURA-screen-300x75.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"460\" height=\"115\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/urf\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/AURA-screen-300x75.png 300w, https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/urf\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/AURA-screen.png 565w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 460px) 100vw, 460px\" \/><\/div>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center\">AURA Awards Available to Fund Independent Research and Creative Projects<\/h4>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\">The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/zjvk3g\/r5myinl\/79cux1\" data-name=\"Advanced Undergraduate Research Activity\" data-type=\"url\">Advanced Undergraduate Research Activity<\/a>\u00a0(AURA) program promotes advanced research and creative activities by awarding $1500 stipends to students who collaborate with a faculty mentor to design an independent research\/creative project for summer 2024.<\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\">All currently enrolled UTK undergraduate students not graduating in May are eligible to apply. Research may be conducted independently or in support of a capstone.<\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\">Stipends of $250 may be available for research, materials, and travel expenses. An additional $250 may be available for the faculty mentor\u2019s materials to support the AURA awardee.<\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\">Interested in applying? Applications close\u00a0<b>April 5th.<\/b><\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\"><a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/zjvk3g\/r5myinl\/n2dux1\" data-name=\"Follow this link\" data-type=\"url\">Follow this link<\/a>\u00a0to apply.<\/div>\n<div><hr class=\"orange-hash\"><\/div>\n<div><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-5843 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/urf\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/Stanford-screen-300x64.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"492\" height=\"105\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/urf\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/Stanford-screen-300x64.png 300w, https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/urf\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/Stanford-screen.png 478w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 492px) 100vw, 492px\" \/><\/div>\n<h4>Knight-Hennessy Scholarship @ Stanford University: Information Session<\/h4>\n<div><span class=\"e2ma-style\">URF is pleased to host\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/zjvk3g\/r5myinl\/3ueux1\" data-name=\"Christian Tanja\" data-type=\"url\">Christian Tanja<\/a>, an admissions director from the Knight-Hennessy Scholars at Stanford University, who will host an information session on\u00a0<b>April 2nd from 5:00-6:00 PM in Student Union #360.\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div><span class=\"e2ma-style\">In addition to providing three years of funding, Knight-Hennessy Scholars cultivates and supports a multidisciplinary and multicultural community of graduate students from across Stanford University, and delivers engaging experiences that prepare graduates to be visionary, courageous, and collaborative leaders who address complex challenges facing the world.<\/span><\/div>\n<div><hr class=\"orange-hash\"><\/div>\n<div><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-5844 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/urf\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/URF-4-screen-300x75.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"488\" height=\"122\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/urf\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/URF-4-screen-300x75.png 300w, https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/urf\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/URF-4-screen.png 565w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 488px) 100vw, 488px\" \/><\/div>\n<div>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>Fellowship Advising to Enhance your Academic and Professional Career<\/strong><\/h4>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\">Nationally competitive fellowships and scholarships support a wide range of activities that can orient or enhance your academic experience and professional career.<\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\">You could study abroad, work in a year-long cohort, advance into leadership, explore the policy arena in your field, or deepen your creative or research prowess. There is no perfect, ideal, or even typical candidate. Review committees seek interesting applicants and consider the whole person.<\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\">If you haven\u2019t considered how fellowships may impact your career trajectory, consider\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/zjvk3g\/r5myinl\/jnfux1\" data-name=\"searching among this list of awards\" data-type=\"url\">searching among this list of awards<\/a>.<\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\">To make an appointment,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/zjvk3g\/r5myinl\/zfgux1\" data-name=\"fill out this interest form\u00a0\" data-type=\"url\">fill out this interest form<\/a>.<\/div>\n<div><hr class=\"orange-hash\"><\/div>\n<div><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-5845 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/urf\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/URA-screen-300x73.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"478\" height=\"116\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/urf\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/URA-screen-300x73.png 300w, https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/urf\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/URA-screen.png 561w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 478px) 100vw, 478px\" \/><\/div>\n<h4>Become a Leader of Undergraduate Research Ambassador (URA)<\/h4>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW169576938 BCX0 e2ma-style\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW169576938 BCX0\"><span class=\"e2ma-style\">URA is a student-led mentoring group providing peer-based support for undergraduate students seeking and involved in research at UTK. URA is hosting elections at its next meeting on <b>Wednesday,<\/b> <b>April 3rd<\/b> and invites new and returning students interested in campus leadership and undergraduate research to attend, vote, and run for office. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW169576938 BCX0 e2ma-style\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\">The positions to be filled include the following: President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Event Coordinator, Social Media Committee Chair, Student Outreach Committee Chair, and Faculty\/Community Liaison Committee Chair.<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW169576938 BCX0 e2ma-style\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW169576938 BCX0 e2ma-style\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW169576938 BCX0\">The meeting will be held at 4:00 PM in Melrose Hall, Unit F, Room E102<\/span> <\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW169576938 BCX0 e2ma-style\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\">(<\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW169576938 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/zjvk3g\/r5myinl\/f8gux1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW169576938 BCX0 e2ma-style\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW169576938 BCX0\">located at 1616 Melrose Avenue, near Hodges Library<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW169576938 BCX0 e2ma-style\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\">).<\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW169576938 BCX0 e2ma-style\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<div><hr class=\"orange-hash\"><\/div>\n<h4>Upcoming Graduation Accolade Applications and Info Session<\/h4>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\">URF recognizes graduating students for their outstanding commitment to undergraduate research and fellowships by awarding those who qualify with an item of recognition to wear at commencement ceremonies.<\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\">There are two levels of recognition: Excellence in Undergraduate Research receives a specialty cord, and Distinction in Undergraduate Research receives a specialty medallion plus the cord.<\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\">Attend a Graduation Recognition Information Session on Wednesday,\u00a0<b>April 17, from 4:00-4:45 PM<\/b>\u00a0via Zoom.<\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/zjvk3g\/r5myinl\/v0hux1\" data-name=\"Register for the info session by following this link here!\u00a0\" data-type=\"url\">Register for the info session by following this link here!\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Learn more and apply for an Undergraduate Research and Fellowships Graduation Accolade by\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/zjvk3g\/r5myinl\/btiux1\" data-name=\"following the link here!\" data-type=\"url\">following the link here!<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\">The deadline to apply for spring graduation is\u00a0<b>May 1st.\u00a0<\/b><\/div>\n<div><hr class=\"orange-hash\"><\/div>\n<h4>URF Travel Grants for Conferences<\/h4>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\">Presenting at a conference? Here\u2019s a way to get your travels partially funded.<\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\">Apply for a URF Travel Grant to present your undergraduate research or creative work at a non-UTK sponsored conference or event.<\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\">The grants vary by location: $300 for in-state conferences, $500 for national conferences, $800 for international conferences, and $100 for virtual conference registration.<\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\"><b>Apply by May 1st, 2024 for travel between April 1 and June 30.<\/b><\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\"><a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/zjvk3g\/r5myinl\/rljux1\" data-name=\"See application details on our website.\u00a0\" data-type=\"url\">See application details on our website.<\/a><\/div>\n<div><hr class=\"orange-hash\"><\/div>\n<h4>Fullbrighters with Disabilities: Disability Justice in India<\/h4>\n<div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-5846 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/urf\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/justice-for-india-screen-222x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"309\" height=\"418\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/urf\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/justice-for-india-screen-222x300.png 222w, https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/urf\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/justice-for-india-screen.png 394w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 309px) 100vw, 309px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\">As a 2018 US Fulbright Research Grantee to India, Istou Diallo, explored notions of disability in Indian society while highlighting strategies disabled Indians employed to challenge their societal and political marginalization.<\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\">At this Fulbrighters with Disabilities event, Istou will share what led her to research this topic, what she learned comparing disability justice movements in the U.S. and India, and tips for prospective Fulbright applicants.<\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\">\n<p>A Q&amp;A session will occur towards the end.<\/p>\n<p>Attend this virtual event to learn more about Diallo\u2019s experience as a Fulbrighter and her research.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\"><b>Friday, April 19th, 11 AM \u2013 12PM<\/b>.<\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\"><a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/zjvk3g\/r5myinl\/7dkux1\" data-name=\"Click here to RSVP\" data-type=\"url\">Click here to RSVP<\/a>.<\/div>\n<div><hr class=\"orange-hash\"><\/div>\n<h4>Introducing and Debunking Fulbright Grants for BIPOC students<\/h4>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\">On April 4 at 6:30 pm ET, hear about the Fulbright Program (where you can research, study, and teach abroad) from BIPOC Fulbright alumni, including the experience representing America abroad and the application process.<\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\">The event will include a moderated discussion and Q&amp;A. Hosted by Fulbright NOIR, Fulbright LOTUS, and Fulbright LATINX.<\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\"><a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/zjvk3g\/r5myinl\/n6kux1\" data-name=\"Register by clicking here.\u00a0\u00a0\" data-type=\"url\">Register by clicking here.<\/a><\/div>\n<div><hr class=\"orange-hash\"><\/div>\n<h4>Application opens for the Jones Center for Leadership&#8217;s Leadership Knoxville Scholars Cohort<\/h4>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\">The Leadership Knoxville Scholars (LKS) seeks UTK\u2019s most exceptional student leaders for a two-year opportunity to forge meaningful connections with influential figures in the Knoxville Community.<\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\">\n<p>As a Leadership Knoxville Scholar, you will be challenged and empowered through instruction, mentorship, and leadership of a chosen Community Action Project.<\/p>\n<p>Applications to join the 2026 cohort are now open and close\u00a0<b>April 5th, 2024.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"e2ma-p-div\"><a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/zjvk3g\/r5myinl\/3ylux1\" data-name=\"Click here to learn more and apply.\" data-type=\"url\">Click here to learn more and apply.<\/a><\/div>\n<div><hr class=\"orange-hash\"><\/div>\n<h4>Undergraduate Research Deadlines<\/h4>\n<p><b>April 5:<\/b>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/zjvk3g\/r5myinl\/jrmux1\" data-name=\"Summer AURA Applications Deadline\u00a0\" data-type=\"url\">Summer AURA Applications Deadline\u00a0<\/a><br \/>\n<b>April 5<\/b>: Jones Center for Leadership and Service\u2019s\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/zjvk3g\/r5myinl\/zjnux1\" data-name=\"Leadership Knoxville Scholars Application Deadline\" data-type=\"url\">Leadership Knoxville Scholars Application Deadline<\/a><br \/>\n<b>May 1:<\/b>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/zjvk3g\/r5myinl\/fcoux1\" data-name=\"URF Travel Grant requests\" data-type=\"url\">URF Travel Grant requests<\/a>\u00a0due for travel between April 1 \u2013 June 30th<br \/>\n<b>May 1:<\/b>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/zjvk3g\/r5myinl\/v4oux1\" data-name=\"Graduation Recognition Application Deadline\u00a0\" data-type=\"url\">Graduation Recognition Application Deadline\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<hr class=\"orange-hash\">\n<h4>Undergraduate Research Events<\/h4>\n<p><b>April 3:<\/b>\u00a0Undergraduate Research Ambassador (URA) Meeting, 4:00 PM in Melrose Hall E102<br \/>\n<b>April 4:<\/b>\u00a0Introducing and Debunking Fulbright Grants for BIPOC students.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/zjvk3g\/r5myinl\/bxpux1\" data-name=\"Register Here\" data-type=\"url\">Register Here<\/a><br \/>\n<b>April 8<\/b>: Getting Started in Undergraduate Research.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/zjvk3g\/r5myinl\/rpqux1\" data-name=\"Register Here\" data-type=\"url\">Register Here<\/a><br \/>\n<b>April 9:<\/b>\u00a0Research Poster Design: Thinking Beyond the Text.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/zjvk3g\/r5myinl\/7hrux1\" data-name=\"Register Here\u00a0\" data-type=\"url\">Register Here<\/a><br \/>\n<b>April 15<\/b>: Keys to Effective Presentation of Research Results.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/zjvk3g\/r5myinl\/nasux1\" data-name=\"Register Here\u00a0\" data-type=\"url\">Register Here<\/a><br \/>\n<b>April 17<\/b>: Graduation Recognition Information Session, 4:00-4:45 PM via Zoom.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/zjvk3g\/r5myinl\/32sux1\" data-name=\"Register to attend\u00a0\" data-type=\"url\">Register to attend\u00a0<\/a><br \/>\n<b>April 19:<\/b>\u00a0Fulbrighters with Disabilities: Disability Justice in India, 11 AM \u2013 12 PM,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/zjvk3g\/r5myinl\/jvtux1\" data-name=\"click here to RSVP\" data-type=\"url\">click here to RSVP<\/a><br \/>\n<b>April 23<\/b>:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/zjvk3g\/r5myinl\/znuux1\" data-name=\"EUR\u0113CA\" data-type=\"url\">EUR\u0113CA<\/a>\u00a0in the Student Union Pilot Flying J Ballroom, 4:30 \u2013 8:00 PM<br \/>\n<b>April 23<\/b>: Fulbright Student Panel, 3 \u2013 4 PM, Student Union Room 377a (Executive Dining Room),\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/zjvk3g\/r5myinl\/fgvux1\" data-name=\"click here to RSVP \" data-type=\"url\">click here to RSVP\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Get this newsletter delivered straight to your inbox. 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