Lingnan
Foundation
2008 W.T. Chan Fellowships Program
2008
陳氏學者獎學金項目
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The Lingnan Foundation, an American philanthropy historically associated with Lingnan education and "Education for Service", announces the availability of the W.T. Chan Fellowships that commemorate Professor Wing-tsit Chan, former Dean of Lingnan University and distinguished Professor of Chinese Philosophy and Religion. They are designed to broaden the Fellows’ educational experience by providing an opportunity for experiential service learning through international involvement and community service. The Fellowships extend the Foundation’s commitment to higher education, increased international understanding, and personal growth - commitments also very evident in the life and work of Professor Wing-tsit Chan. The Fellowships are available to upper-level undergraduates and postgraduates of Sun Yat-sen University’s Lingnan (University) College, Sun Yat-sen University in Guangzhou and Lingnan University in Hong Kong.
陳氏學者項目獎學金計劃是為紀念陳教授而成立的，並得到嶺南基金會的支持，希望藉此計劃可延續陳教授一生的工作及理想，推廣德智並重的教育理念。學生們通過參與計劃能擴闊視野及服務社會，此亦為嶺南基金會所認同的理念之一。八位學生將被挑選到美國接受五至六個月以社會服務為目的的獎學金計劃，以社會服務為職業或義務工作為宗旨的參與者可通過此經驗，對社會服務工作進行實踐，啟發其思維以領略其中的意義及理論，同時亦可促進對教育及跨國文化交流的了解。
W.T. CHAN FELLOWSHIPS PROGRAM
The W. T. Chan Fellowships Program takes place in the United States in two locations: Los Angeles and Berkeley, California. In Los Angeles, the program is administered by the University of California at Los Angeles BruinCorps. In Berkeley, the program is managed by the University of California - Berkeley Cal Corps.
The primary activity of the W.T. Chan Fellowships Program is the Fellows' work as interns at community organizations in the United States. The UCLA BruinCorps and the UC-Berkeley Cal Corps set up the Fellows’ internship placements at community organizations and organize other program elements, as described below.
The program begins
with an orientation led by UCLA and UC-Berkeley where the Fellows prepare for
their internships as well as adjust to living in the United States. Upon completion
of the orientation, each Fellow is placed in a community organization within
the host city area that addresses a social concern related to his/her interests.
With support and guidance from university staff, each Fellow works in that organization
for the duration of the Fellowship, gaining practical experience in service
work and inter-cultural cooperation.
The UCLA program involves a mandatory academic component where Fellows attend
weekly service-oriented seminars that also seek to engage Fellows in reflection
about their experiences. The Berkeley program involves required reflections.
In addition, all Fellows
are immersed in American communities by living in home-stays or in service-learning
housing.
The Fellowships
run from approximately August 2008 to January 2009. Once a
Fellowship is accepted, the Fellow is expected to participate fully in the Program
during the dates set. Travel home during the Fellowship is not allowed.
得獎學生可於美國社會服務機構實習五至六個月，以吸取社會服務工作的實際經驗及跨國文化的交流經驗。
University
of California at Los Angeles BruinCorps
及 University
of California - Berkeley Cal Corps的有關機構及小組將安排正式的週會，
以給予學生支持與指導。UCLA
及 UC-Berkeley
將安排學生進住美國家庭，體驗美國生活的傳?及文化。
AWARD
The Fellowship award will cover all aspects of the internship, including international and domestic travel, housing, visa expenses, health insurance, and a stipend.
The names of successful applicants will be posted on the program website in April 2008. Please refer to http://www.iiehongkong.org/wtchan for news and information regarding this program.
ELIGIBILITY
All applicants must be currently enrolled as a full-time student at Lingnan University, Sun Yat-sen University or Lingnan (University) College during 2007-2008.
Lingnan University, Hong Kong:
Contact:
Mabel Mak/Student Services Centre (makmc@ln.edu.hk;
tel: 2616 7021)
Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou:
Contact:
Sun Yat-sen University Office of International Cooperation & Exchange
- Ms. Karen Yu 余小姐 (adsyzt@mail.sysu.edu.cn;
tel: 84111897)
Sun Yat-sen University, Lingnan (University) College, Guangzhou 岭南學院:
Contact:
1) International Program Office lnipo@lingnan.net
2) Sun Yat-sen University Office of International Cooperation & Exchange
- Ms. Karen Yu 余小姐 (adsyzt@mail.sysu.edu.cn;
tel: 84111897)
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
An application
consists of:
(a) a soft copy of the application form; and
(b) hard copies of supporting documents and letters of recommendation.
N.B. Copies of award certificates and other documents are not required for the initial application, but the organizer reserves the right to request the applicant to submit these for review at any time during the application process or program.
All supporting documents should be submitted together, in person or by mail, to the Institute of International Education/Hong Kong at:
Attn: Maria Luk
(Program Officer)
W.T. Chan Fellowships Program
Institute of International Education
Room 601, General Commercial Building
156-164 Des Voeux Road Central, Hong Kong
Telephone: (852)
2603 5771 ext. 105
Fax: (852) 2603 5765
E-mail: wtchan@iiehongkong.org
All application materials must be received by January 31, 2008 to receive full consideration.
NOTIFICATION
Lingnan Foundation
The Lingnan Foundation, formerly the Trustees of Lingnan University, was first incorporated in the State of New York in 1893 to support the development of a college in Guangzhou, China, which later became Lingnan University. In 1949, the Arts and Sciences faculties of Lingnan were merged with Zhongshan University, on the former Lingnan campus. From 1954 to 1979, the Trustees conducted their work primarily in Hong Kong and, later, with the college that is now Lingnan University, Hong Kong. In 1980, the Trustees resumed their activities in Guangzhou, principally with Sun Yat-sen (Zhongshan) University and, since 1988, with Sun Yat-sen University's constituent Lingnan (University) College.
The Foundation's ties with institutions and educators in South China, cultivated over decades, are the basis for its programs. The Foundation seeks to draw upon its roots as an institution that incorporates both Chinese and American values and pedagogy and strives to be a catalyst for educational innovation and reform. The Lingnan Foundation's purpose is to contribute to the advancement of higher education in the historic Lingnan region of South China.
Website: http://www.lingnanfoundation.org
UCLA BruinCorps
BruinCorps is an initiative, which was launched during the summer of 1997 to provide synergy between community service and service learning efforts, enabling those involved to: build collaboration and partnerships; participate in service-learning courses and training as appropriate for members to enhance their effectiveness in pursuing and performing community service; access educational incentives and awards for involvement in service learning; and contribute to UCLA's efforts to promote learning and personal-professional development through service to others. BruinCorps' programs aim to foster an ethic of lifelong service. The program utilizes Federal Work-study funds, state and federal grants to mobilize college students and engage them in meaningful service.
The mission of the OISS is to support UCLA's teaching, research, and public service efforts by effectively meeting the campus and community needs of international students and scholars. They provide specialized services international students and scholars at UCLA each year. They provide personal counseling on immigration/visa issues, financial resources and tax matters; academic adjustment; insurance; release of funds from other countries. OISS staff members answer questions concerning personal adjustment, and help students and scholars better understand the culture and systems of UCLA.
Website: http://www.bruincorps.ucla.edu
UC Berkeley Cal Corps
Cal Corps was founded in 1967 as the Community Projects Office to fund and support student service groups in the UC Berkeley community. Throughout the last thirty years, Cal Corps has worked on a number of important issues including homelessness education and advocacy, environmental programming, and educational outreach. The Cal Corps Public Service Center engages UC Berkeley and the community in reciprocal partnerships to create educational programs for students, to promote leadership through service, and to foster social justice and civic engagement.
Website: http://calcorps.berkeley.edu