posted Apr 6, 2009 6:37 PM by University of Pennsylvania Polish Society
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updated Apr 6, 2009 7:32 PM
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The Scholarship Committee of the Institute will award ten to fifteen scholarship grants of $1,000 each, for the 2009/2010 academic year.
They will be granted to the full time undergraduate and graduate students who are American citizens or permanent residents preferably of Polish heritage majoring in the following fields:
- Communication
- Education
- Film
- History
- International Relations
- Journalism
- Liberal Arts
- Polish Studies
- Public Relations
- Graduate students in business programs whose thesis is directly related to Poland
- Graduate students in all majors whose thesis is on the Polish subject
Required materials:
- Completed application
- School transcripts
- Detailed resume
- An essay “Why should I receive the scholarship” (200-400 words)
- An original article (up to 700 words), written by an applicant on any subject about Poland.
- Three original recommendation letters from teachers or others familiar with the academic background and applicant’s plans for the future. These letters must be originals on letterhead stationery, signed and mailed directly by faculty to the Institute. No copies, faxes or unsigned letters will be accepted.
- $10.00 check or money order as a non-refundable processing fee.
ALL REQUIRED MATERIALS MUST BE IN THEIR OFFICES NO LATER THAN APRIL 20, 2009, NO EXCEPTIONS. The decisions will be made after AUGUST 24, 2009. All applicants will be notified by mail of their status as soon as possible after that date. If you have any questions, please
contact the American Insitute of Polish Culture office:
Scholarship Applications
The American Institute of Polish Culture
1440 79th Street Causeway, Suite 117
Miami, FL 33141-3555
| ABOUT THE HARRIET IRSAY SCHOLARSHIP GRANT
Since 1992, the Scholarship Committee of the American Institute of Polish Culture in Miami has awarded over $175,000.00 in scholarship aid to over 150 talented American students of Polish descent. Ms. Harriet Irsay, Polish herself (born Jadwiga Pogorzelski) had been on the Board of Directors of the American Institute of Polish Culture, Inc. in Miami, Florida since its beginning in 1972. She passed away in July of 2008. In 1992, she established the scholarship fund. Irsay, whose family has owned the football team Indianapolis Colts since the 1970’s, has been funding many charitable causes. This one is a tribute to her roots. “I wanted to give something to people of Polish descent, so they would be able to improve themselves through education,” Irsay said. “We should help our own people, just like other nations help their students.” The Harriet Irsay Scholarship Fund awards grants to American students, preferably of Polish heritage who wish to continue their education after high school. With an eye toward the future and toward the distribution of information regarding Polish culture, history and people as well as Polonia everywhere, the grants are given to students majoring in various academic disciplines. Since the launching of the scholarship program, over 175 students from around the country have received grants of $1,000 each. |
posted Mar 23, 2009 4:35 PM by University of Pennsylvania Polish Society
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updated Apr 6, 2009 7:31 PM
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SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION AVAILABLE ONLINE!
Learn about Poland's rich language, history, and culture, visit amazing cultural and historic sites, meet young adults from around the world, and enjoy the majesty of the royal city of KRAKÓW!
The Philadelphia Chapter of the Kosciuszko Foundation is currently accepting applications for the Tomaszkiewicz- Florio scholarships for Summer Study in Kraków, Poland.
Applicants within the Philadelphia Chapter area are asked to send all application materials by Tuesday, April 14, 2009* to:
Dr. Stephanie Harzewski
4410 Pine Street, 2R
Philadelphia, PA 19104
*Previously Friday, April 3rd.
| SCHOLARSHIP INFO FROM THE KF WEBSITE:
Scholarships are available for studies at the Jagiellonian University. Scholarships cover the program fees of a 3-week session. Program fees include the costs of tuition, a shared room, three meals per day, and sightseeing. (Student who wish to attend longer programs may apply for the scholarship.) Balance of Program Fees, single room fees, registration, scholarship application fee of $35, optional add-ons and extra nights are not covered by the scholarship. Scholarship applicants must meet program eligibility requirements and be full-time high school seniors or undergraduate students. US citizens and permanent residents of Polish descent who have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher may apply to compete for a scholarship.
Tomaszkiewicz-Florio Scholarship Instructions: Send the following materials to the Philadelphia Chapter:
- two completed application forms
- two passport-size photos with your name printed on the reverse
- official transcript
- financial form
- two letters of reference from professors/teachers
- a well-reasoned essay (minimum 2 pages) on:
- why you are applying to the program
- the reason fro your choice of lecture classes
- your reasons for applying to the program
Include your full name, “Summer Sessions” and page number on each page of your essay.
- application fee of $35 (Check made out to "Kosciuszko Foundation")
Scholarship decisions are made via e-mail late in May.
Students who receive scholarships will be required to pay registration fees and are required to submit an essay following the program. Non-successful scholarship applicants are welcome to attend programs as paying students.
Scholarship Deadline: Tuesday, April 14, 2009
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posted Jan 13, 2009 12:22 PM by University of Pennsylvania Polish Society
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updated Jan 13, 2009 1:05 PM
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The film explores the political, social and artistic importance of poster art in Poland. Specifically, it examines the period from WWII through the fall of Communism to capture this flourishing art form within a Communist regime.
Andrea Marks and Glenn Holsten, as Drexel Rankin-Scholars-In-Residence, will give a lecture open to the public following the film along with a Q&A.
The exhibition is free and open to the public.
Date: Thursday, January 15, 2009 Time: 6:00pm Location: 3128 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 Drexel University - Mitchell Auditorium |
Freedom of the Fence Trailer |
posted Jan 12, 2009 6:27 PM by University of Pennsylvania Polish Society
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updated Jan 12, 2009 6:51 PM
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Interviewing in New York City? Check out the Penn Club!
Any current Penn Student (21+) is welcome to request a complimentary pass to use the clubhouse for the day. The Penn Club is not for profit, private social club exclusive to Penn students, alumni, faculty, and family. The 13-story clubhouse is located in the heart of Manhattan and strives to keep the Penn community together, networking, and thriving.
The pass grants access to:
- 24 hour library
- Business Center (with complimentary wi-fi)
- The Palestra Fitness Center
- The Grill Room
To request your pass, please fill out the online form here or go to www.pennclub.org/pass.html
*Please note that this does not apply to overnight rooms. Feel free to contact the membership office with any questions – 212.403.6627 or membership@pennclub.org. | |
posted Jan 7, 2009 12:10 PM by University of Pennsylvania Polish Society
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updated Jan 12, 2009 6:50 PM
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Come learn more about the Polish Society and other student groups at the Spring Activities Fair.
Representatives from the club will be around to answer your questions (and we will also have some Polish treats to hand out).
Date: Sunday, January 18th
Time: 12 - 4 PM
Location: Houston Hall - Bottom Floor | |
posted Nov 17, 2008 12:11 PM by University of Pennsylvania Polish Society
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updated Jan 12, 2009 6:52 PM
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The Polish Student Organization in New York has invited
members of the Penn Polish Society to its annual Intercollegiate Conference
of Polish Clubs.
Accommodations will be provided and travel will be
subsidized. We will be traveling as a group to and from Yale.
DATE: December 5th - 7th
LOCATION: Yale University
If you are interested in attending the PSO Conference
send an email to pennpolishsociety@gmail.com with your name by Thursday,
November 20! This will only be used to gauge interest and to provide
further information to interested members.
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posted Oct 2, 2008 8:30 PM by University of Pennsylvania Polish Society
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updated Jan 12, 2009 6:52 PM
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Come join us for Philadelphia's 2008 Pułaski Day Parade!
Polska at Penn will be showing off our Polish pride in the annual extravaganza
this Sunday, October 5th at 19th and Benjamin Franklin Parkway (right next to
the Art Museum and Logan Circle).
If you are interested in joining us for a day filled with Polish marching
bands,
traditional folk costumes and your chance to be on TV,
meet at the 34th and Walnut Starbucks at 11 AM (we will be leaving promptly, so
get there 5 minutes early!).
We look forward to seeing everyone there and remember to wear red & white
colors!
For more information: http://www.polishamericancenter.org/Parade08.html
What: Pułaski Day
Parade
When: Sunday, October
5th
Where: Ben Franklin
Parkway
(The club will depart
from the Starbucks at 34th & Walnut)
Time: 11 AM (in front
of Starbucks)
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posted Sep 6, 2008 9:42 AM by University of Pennsylvania Polish Society
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updated Jan 12, 2009 6:52 PM
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Come learn more about Polska at Penn (Penn Polish Society) at our first meeting of the year!
When: Monday, September 8th
Where: Huntsman Hall F90
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Polish food (pierogi, kiełbasa, chleb) will be served!
Any question, send an email to: PennPolishSociety@gmail.com
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