Fulbright Webinar 3/9

The Fulbright US Student Program is the United States’ premier international cultural exchange program for US citizens and nationals. Though Fulbright, Wesleyan graduates can teach, research, or study in one of 140+ countries for an academic year. Come to the webinar to learn more about the program and to hear how the application process works at Wes!

On Wednesday, March 9 at 2-3pm, Wesleyan will participate in a national virtual information session on the Fulbright U.S. Student Program and alumni ambassadors. The webinar will walk students through the fundamentals of Fulbright first, followed by a Wesleyan-specific breakout session hosted by Dr. Erica Kowsz, Assistant Director of Fellowships at the Fries Center for Global Studies. 

Current juniors and seniors (and recent alumni) are eligible to apply in for the fall 2023 deadline, but the event is open to students from all class years. It’s never too early to learn what Fulbright is all about! 

Register at the link: https://apply.iie.org/register/GPS5. Can’t make at at 2pm next Thursday? Register anyway, and you’ll receive the recording after the fact.

Questions? Contact fellowships@wesleyan.edu

Humanities Path to Career Path – Alumni Panel

March 2, 5:00pm, Shapiro Center for Writing

Join Wesleyan alumni to learn more about how academic backgrounds in the humanities can lead to professional opportunities. Panelists career trajectories will demonstrate the adaptability and flexibility of a liberal arts education.

More details and register to attend here.

Interested in Law (Info Session 2/16)

Interested in learning more about careers in law or what it’s like to be a paralegal at a premier law firm specifically looking for Wesleyan students? Cravath, Swaine & Moore are hosting an Information Session this Thursday, February 16th at 4:00pm! Cravath has been known as one of the premier U.S. law firms for over two centuries. Their primary areas of practice include: corporate, litigation, tax, executive compensation and benefits and trusts and estates.

Register on Handshake for the event and see details below:
Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP Information Session
Feb 16, 2023 • 4:00pm – 5:00pm EST

Interested in Consulting?

For students who think they may be interesting in consulting, there are two upcoming events to consider joining: a 10-week training program and the Roland Berger Case Competition. 

Wesleyan McNair Program Application

The Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program (link) is a national program supporting underrepresented students as they work toward applying to graduate school. This program serves juniors and seniors, providing summer and academic year fundingmentorship and training, as well as a community of students of similar backgrounds who are all striving toward the same goals.

Students are eligible to apply to these programs during their sophomore year. Applications are due 3/10/23. To learn more, visit our website here.