Student named as Truman Scholarship Finalist
Nancy Hoogwerf, a junior studying political science, served as an intern in the office of U.S. Rep. Hillary Scholten in the fall.
Mar 19, 2024
Welcome to the Frederik Meijer Office of Fellowships
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.
Our office is here to:
- Work with qualified students and alumni to identify awards best suited to their goals
- Help students develop an action plan for long-term goals (encouraging them to participate in study abroad, pursue second language acquisition, engage in sustained, effective volunteer service, take on leadership roles, engage in undergraduate research, and more)
- Help students identify high-impact fellowship and competitive internship opportunities that enhance workforce readiness
- Help fellowship applicants navigate the application process in order to produce the most competitive proposals possible
- Provide intensive advising and feedback on drafts of application essays
How to Apply - Frederik Meijer Office of Fellowships - Grand Valley State University (gvsu.edu)
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Kobe Wright '25
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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.
Events
In-Person Office Hours in Padnos International Center
April 24, 2025 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The Graduate Assistant for the Frederik Meijer Office of Fellowships, Katie Jones, will have walk-in Office Hours every Thursday from 1:00-3:00 PM in the Padnos International Center, Lake Ontario Hall. Stop...
Luce Scholars Program Webinars - Open to All
May 12, 2025 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Luce Scholars Program is a 13-month leadership development program that provides immersive, professional experiences in Asia. Designed to deepen mutual understanding and strengthen relationships...
Virtual Fellowships Office Hours: Planning to apply for the Gilman? Exploring Fulbright? Interested in the NSF Goldwater (for students planning on graduate research in STEM)? Curious about fellowship opportunities generally?
May 13, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Welcome! We will have regular 'fellowships office hours" throughout the summer, on Tuesdays at 12 PM - 1:30 PM and Wednesdays at 9:30-11:00 PM. Planning to apply for the Gilman to help defray...
Virtual Fellowships Office Hours: Planning to apply for the Gilman? Exploring Fulbright? Interested in the NSF Goldwater (for students planning on graduate research in STEM)? Curious about fellowship opportunities generally?
May 14, 2025 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Welcome! We will have regular 'fellowships office hours" throughout the summer, on Tuesdays at 12 PM - 1:30 PM and Wednesdays at 9:30-11:00 PM. Planning to apply for the Gilman to help defray...
Virtual Fellowships Office Hours: Planning to apply for the Gilman? Exploring Fulbright? Interested in the NSF Goldwater (for students planning on graduate research in STEM)? Curious about fellowship opportunities generally?
May 20, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Welcome! We will have regular 'fellowships office hours" throughout the summer, on Tuesdays at 12 PM - 1:30 PM and Wednesdays at 9:30-11:00 PM. Planning to apply for the Gilman to help defray...
Upcoming Deadlines
Generation Google Scholarship
April 22, 2025 All Day
The Generation Google Scholarship was established to help aspiring students pursuing computer science degrees excel in technology and become leaders in the field. Selected students will receive 10,000...
National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Scholarship Program
April 24, 2025 All Day
The NHSC Scholarship Program (SP) awards scholarships each year to students pursuing careers in primary care. In return, students commit to providing care at an NHSC-approved site in a high-need Health...
The William D. Clarke, Sr. Diplomatic Security Fellowship
April 28, 2025 All Day
The William D. Clarke, Sr. Diplomatic Security Fellowship, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State, is a path to a career in the Foreign Service as a Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) Special Agent...
DAAD German Studies Research Grant Deadline
May 1, 2025 All Day
This specialized DAAD program offers German Studies Research Grants to highly-qualified undergraduate and graduate students. The grant may be used for short-term research (one to two months) in...
LatinX44 Scholarship Program (Summer Public Service Internship in Washington DC)
May 1, 2025 All Day
The program will award scholarships to Latinx students to help fund a public service oriented internship in Washington, DC. Recipients will also have mentoring and professional development opportunities...
Quick Links
Interested in learning more about opportunities available?
Contact Us!
Lakers Venture Grant Program (for GVSU undergraduates)
John H. Logie Fellowship (for GVSU undergraduates)
Faculty Colleagues - Fellowships Primer and Referral Process
Graduate/Post-Commencement Opportunities
Internal and External Deadlines
(including Intent to Apply Form)
GVNext News
Graduate raising funds for victims of Turkey earthquake
A dream trip to Turkey became a harrowing experience for recent graduate Katie Hoffswell and prompted her and friends to organize a fundraising campaign to benefit survivors of the devastating earthquakes.
Mar 16, 2023
Students receive Gilman Scholarships to study abroad
Nearly 3,000 undergraduate students across the country were selected to receive a Gilman International Scholarship. Gilman Scholars will study or intern in 91 countries through April 2023.
May 10, 2022
Graduate student earns Fulbright Award to teach in Turkey
Katie Hoffswell, a graduate student in the College Student Affairs Leadership program, will spend next fall in Turkey teaching English, thanks to her Fulbright Award.
Apr 27, 2022
Chemistry student named recipient of Goldwater Scholarship
Junior Georgia Sands becomes the fourth Grand Valley student since 2019 to receive the competitive Goldwater Scholarship.
Apr 5, 2022
Grand Valley among nation's leaders in Fulbright Scholars
The Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program encourages academic collaboration between U.S. faculty and international colleagues.
Mar 24, 2022