Rotary Club Seeks Students For Study Abroad Program

Rotary Clubs in the Essex County area are seeking candidates for a post-graduate fellowship to study abroad in the area of peace and conflict resolution. 

The Rotary International World Peace Fellowship, which culminates in either a master’s degree or a Professional Development Certificate, is now available for the academic years 2015-17 at one of six universities in England, Japan, Sweden, Australia or Thailand.

Applicants should have a baccalaureate degree and the training and background to gain admission to a graduate program at one of the Rotary Center University partners.  

The applicant should also have a minimum of three years’ work experience in a related field at the time of application, as well as proficiency in more than one language.  

The applicant should possess excellent leadership skills and a demonstrated commitment to peace and international understanding.

The Fellowship is competitive, and the funding covers tuition and fees, a standard room and board stipend, transportation, contingency expenses and an applied field experience.  

Applicants for these programs must live, work, or have attended college within the boundaries of Rotary District 7470 — Essex, Morris, Warren and Sussex Counties and must meet the qualifications set forth by the Rotary Foundation.  

The application, as well as additional information, is available at the Rotary Club's website, at www.rotary.org/rotarycenters.  

Completed applications must be received by May 1. Candidate interviews will be scheduled afterward.

For more information, contact George Hrobuchak at 973-625-1449 or at GHrobs@aol.com.

To learn more about Rotary in your community, visit www.rotarydistrict7470.org