For Seniors, Juniors, Sophomores and Advanced
Freshman
The Charles B. Rangel International
Affairs Summer Enrichment Program is designed to provide students with a deeper
appreciation of current issues and trends in international affairs, greater
understanding of career opportunities in international affairs, and the
enhanced knowledge and skills to pursue such careers. The Program encourages
the involvement of African American and other minority group students. Students
who take part in the Program are referred to as Charles B. Rangel International
Affairs Scholars (Rangel Scholars). This program takes place at Howard
University in Washington DC for six weeks beginning in mid-June. It includes
academic courses and additional seminars and visits to give students exposure
to key policymakers and practitioners of international affairs.
Academics: During
this program, students receive intensive instruction in three courses:
Political Economy, History of U.S. Foreign Relations and Writing. Nine semester
hours of academic credit may be awarded.
Outside Activities: To
enhance their understanding of the conduct of U.S. foreign policy and
international career options, program participants meet with Executive Branch
policymakers, members of congress, representatives of non-governmental
organizations, foreign government officials and other individuals involved in
international relations. In recent years, participants have visited the State
Department, Capitol Hill, the Central Intelligence Agency, the World Bank, the
United Nations, the Pentagon and the National Foreign Affairs Training Center.
Award Amount:
Students who are accepted receive tuition, travel, room and board, as well as a
$3,500 stipend for the program.
Who Can Apply:
- U.S. Citizens
- Full-time undergraduate students (Freshmen see note below)
- GPA of 3.2 or higher required
- All Majors
- Students with financial need, women, and members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service, are encouraged to apply.
IMPORTANT: The selection committee my consider
students who have completed their freshman year if these students have
outstanding academic backgrounds and significant international experience.
Application Deadline: February
8, 2013
Information Sessions: Learn
more about the Pickering and Rangel Foreign Service programs by attending an
information workshop at the National Scholarships Office. Please RSVP to scholarships@umd.edu for the session you
plan to attend – if you are interested but cannot attend, please write us at
the same address.
Tuesday, November 6 at 12 noon – 2403
Marie Mount Hall
Wednesday, November 7 at 9 am – 2403
Marie Mount Hall
Wednesday, November 7 at 4 pm – 2403
Marie Mount Hall
Thursday, November 8 at 9 am – 2403
Marie Mount Hall
Thursday, November 8 at 4 pm – 2403
Marie Mount Hall
Friday, November 9 at 12 noon – 2403
Marie Mount Hall
