UW-MADISON NSF IGERT CHINA PROGRAM

• PhD students who have research tools they are using elsewhere and with a small grant could complete a comparative study of NW Yunnan and their primary area of focus.
• MSc students who will conduct summer research important to the IGERT objectives.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents currently enrolled in PhD or MS degree programs. Preference will be given to UW-Madison students.

Our requirements of the IGERT Associates are:

• Preparation of written research results of publishable quality.


• For UW-Madison students, enrollment in two semesters of IGERT seminar.

Associates will also be invited to participate in on-going Chinese language training.

Candidates for an associate’s grant should submit:

• Official transcripts including GPA and GRE scores.


• A statement outlining the importance of their research and presenting a research plan. They should make reference to our three macro themes and the three issues outlined under rubric (see www.swchina.wisc.edu). This statement should be three to five pages in length.

• A letter of recommendation from their academic advisor. The application can be accompanied by up to two additional letters of support.
  
  
• A budget for up to $4,000, which can include travel, stipend, and other research-related expenses.
  

These documents should be submitted by February 1, 2008, for consideration for summer funding, and by July 1, 2008, for academic year funding.

UW-Madison is committed to diversity.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

For more information and submission of applications contact:

Dr. Teri Allendorf, IGERT Program Manager, 240 Agriculture Hall, 1450 Linden Drive, Madison WI 53706-1562
allendorf@wisc.edu, 608-262-3946.