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Summer Scholars

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Summer Scholars Program

Each program begins on June 1 and ends on July 31.

All Scholars will receive a $4000 stipend for their commitment (320 hours) and shared campus housing.

Cottey College’s Serenbetz Institute offers 4 opportunities for students to learn, grow, and enhance their education over the summer:

  • IMPACT Scholars
  • STEM Scholars
  • Chicago Scholars
Contact Finn McAdams with any questions!

Impact Scholars

IMPACT Scholars drive real-world change by dedicating two summer months to a Nevada community nonprofit agency.

The internship culminates in a high-impact project: Scholars will research, write, and submit a grant proposal for their partner, directly contributing to the agency’s mission with the goal of securing vital community funding.

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STEM Scholars

STEM Scholars will complete an undergraduate research project under the guidance of current Cottey STEM faculty.

Scholars will engage in hands-on laboratory research, working closely with faculty mentors to develop and refine their research skills.

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Chicago Scholars

Chicago Scholars will complete an internship with nonprofit partner agencies in Chicago, Illinois.

This program provides the learning and hands- on experiences it takes to thrive as a committed, competent, and effective leader within the nonprofit community.

Note: In addition to the $4,000 stipend, Chicago Scholars will also receive a $500 travel stipend, housing at Loyola University, and an unlimited Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) card.

Requirements

Criteria

Preference given to rising seniors and exceptional rising juniors.

It is suggested that applicants have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Applications due final Monday in January at midnight (11:59 p.m).

Responsibilities Once Accepted

Students who are accepted into any of the four Summer Scholars programs will be required to:

  • Conduct weekly onboarding sessions in April
  • Log weekly reflections during the 8-week (320 hours) internship/research
  • Submit draft for poster during final week of internship
  • Give poster presentation fall semester following experience
Contact Finn McAdams with any questions!