Science Award

The United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF) invites applications from interested Indian applicants for the International Fulbright Science and Technology Award for outstanding foreign students. The award is designed to be the most prestigious international scholarship in science and technology.

The International Fulbright Science and Technology Award is for PhD study at top US institutions in science, technology, or engineering beginning August/Sept 2010.

Eligibility: Indian citizen with a valid TOEFL score possessing a four-year bachelor’s degree or a completed master’s degree.

For details visit: www.letmeknow.in/index/show/id/851
Key Dates: Application Deadline: May 1

Acharya Habba

Acharya Institutes held its annual cultural meet Acharya Habba on April 17 and 18 at its Hesaraghatta campus. The two-day  cultural fest brought together thousands of students, both international and Indian, from the Bangalore and Mysore. Acharya Institutes has been organising the yearly Acharya Habba since 2005.

Geniekids’ workshops

* Camp Wayanad

Explore self, nature, adventure, new friends, and a complete camping and Art of nature experience on the banks of the amazing River Kabini (in wayanad - kerala). Join the outbound adventure-camping programme from 25-29 April for children 9 to 15 years.

* Craft Shala

Experience and explore traditional Art and Craftsmanship, celebrate working with hands, develop visual intelligence, enjoy the joy of creating all in the company of artisans for five days from 11-15 May (10-4pm) for children 8 to 15years. (Venue: Fern City, Outer ring road, Near Marathalli).

* Camp Balekhan

Explore self, nature, adventure, new friends and loads of trekking. Programme from 16-19 May for children 9 to 15years. To register call 080-25202510 or visit www.geniekids.com

Reliance Fellowship

Reliance Industries Limited has created the Reliance Dhirubhai Fellowship to support Indian nationals in obtaining an MBA at Stanford. Fellows will receive full financial support for the two-year Stanford MBA Program and for all fees associated with applying and attending. Reliance and Stanford are dedicated to developing the next generation of leaders who are committed to the country’s human and socio-economic progress. Up to 50 Reliance Dhirubhai Fellows Finalists will be selected based on: merit, commitment to developing India, and financial need.

Stanford may select up to five Reliance Dhirubhai Fellows from among the finalists.

For details visit: www.letmeknow.in/index/show/id/861.
Key Dates: Application submission deadline: June 1