Whitaker International Program Information Session
Monday, November 24, 2014
4:30 PM-5:30 PM
Guests:
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Dr. Kara Spiller, biomedical research in Portugal (Fulbright), China (NSF), and Australia; advisor to several Whitaker Scholars
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Alex Sevit, BME student, Whitaker Undergraduate Scholar to Denmark
The Whitaker International Program sends U.S. biomedical engineering (or bioengineering) students and graduates overseas to undertake a self-designed project that will enhance their careers within the field. Along with supporting grant projects in an academic setting, the Whitaker International Program encourages grantees to engage in policy work and propose projects in an industry setting.
The goal of the program is to assist the development of professional leaders who are not only superb scientists, but who also will advance the profession through an international outlook.
Deadlines
Eligibility
- U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Be in biomedical engineering/bioengineering or a closely-related field (ie, Chemical, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with substantive interest and background in Biomedicine).
- Graduating seniors, recent alums, or graduate students at any level. (Must be no more than 3 years from the receipt of your most recent degree, or be currently enrolled.)
- Have language ability to carry out the proposed project in the host country at the time of departure.
Interested students RSVP to fellowships@drexel.edu
For more information, please contact Rona in the Drexel Fellowships Office (RBuchalter@drexel.edu) or visit the Whitaker website.