Our Mission Statement: The Frederik Meijer Office of Fellowships, located within the Center for Undergraduate Scholar Engagement (CUSE), provides support for undergraduates, graduate students, and GVSU alumni to pursue inter/nationally competitive fellowships in all majors or areas of study. Many awards we support warmly encourage applications from underrepresented students in higher education. We welcome alumni and work frequently with alumni applicants.
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Kobe Wright '25 (Film and Video). Kobe received the Freeman-Asia Scholarship for study in Japan in Fall 2023. In the course of this semester, Kobe's self-confidence and cross-cultural communicative skills increased as he studied Japanese, immersed himself in his host culture, formed new friendships and found inspiration for his career as an artist. In 2025, Kobe received the JET fellowship to teach English in Japan! Congratulations to you, Kobe!
The Freeman-ASIA program is designed to support U.S.-based undergraduates with demonstrated financial need who are planning to study abroad in East or Southeast Asia.
January 7, 2026 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
The Lime Connect Fellowship Program for Students with Disabilities is our flagship program in the U.S. designed for highly accomplished rising juniors/current sophomores with disabilities. For more...
January 14, 2026 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
This session will introduce students to the ins and outs of undergraduate research. We will discuss what undergraduate research is (and isn’t), what you can expect from a variety of research...
January 15, 2026 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Are you interested in teaching English abroad? Are you curious about studying for a Master's degree abroad? The Fulbright program might be for you! Join me to learn more! For more Information...
December 19, 2025 All Day
The CGI Fellowship supports emerging and established entrepreneurs actively implementing social impact initiatives. Each year, 25 fellows are selected to develop “Commitments to Action”—specific,...
December 20, 2025 All Day
The Young Associates Programme (YAP) is a two-year programme targeted at recent undergraduates who wish to gain a significant first professional experience in the world of multilateral policymaking,...
December 31, 2025 All Day
The English Language Fellow Program sends experienced U.S. TESOL professionals on paid teaching assignments at universities and other academic institutions around the world. As a U.S. Department...
December 31, 2025 All Day
The Mickey Leland International Hunger Fellowship trains emerging leaders in the movement to end hunger worldwide. Each class of twelve to fifteen dedicated fellows develops the tools and skills they...
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Faculty Colleagues - Fellowships Primer and Referral Process
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Building on its partnership with Grand Valley, the Council on Undergraduate Research has announced that its flagship event will return to Grand Rapids in 2027 — marking the city’s second time hosting the national gathering in three years.
Aug 27, 2025
Summer is a prime time for GVSU researchers. We'll show you some of the projects making an impact.
Jul 25, 2025
As a first-generation student, Nkrumah Grant., '14, never imagined doing research — until GVSU gave him the chance. That experience eventually led him to a faculty role at the University of Illinois. Grant joined two fellow GVSU graduates and Provost Jennifer Drake at a conference to share how undergraduate research and faculty mentorship changed their lives.
Jun 17, 2025
Grand Valley students and recent graduates continue to excel on the national stage, earning competitive scholarships and fellowships that support their academic and professional growth.
May 8, 2025
For nearly 30 years, Student Scholars Day has provided students opportunities to collaborate with faculty mentors, expand their academic interests and contribute to the advancement of their field of study.
Apr 9, 2025
Now through July 25, Grand Valley is hosting a crowdfunding campaign to help more students have transformative study abroad experiences.
Jul 15, 2024
