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Home > My NODA > Awards & Scholarships > Norman K. Russell Scholarship

Norman K. Russell Scholarship

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Purpose

The Norman K. Russell Scholarship is awarded to recognize and assist graduate or doctoral students who have demonstrated a strong commitment to orientation, retention and transition, who will contribute to the enhancement of the orientation field, and who are currently enrolled as a graduate student in orientation-related fields. Up to three $1,000 scholarships (one of which may be awarded to a doctoral student) will be announced at the annual conference.

Eligibility

Norman K. Russell Scholarships are tenable by students who are enrolled in a graduate program at the time the scholarship is awarded (November, 2008)

Application

Although your transcript will need to be submitted by mail, please submit the following information online.

1. Norman K. Russell Scholarship Application Form (Online Form)

2. A statement (not to exceed three typed double-spaced pages) addressing the following topic:
   At the request of administrative leadership at many institutions, Orientation programs are being asked to include information, programming, or activities aimed at raising awareness of diversity issues on their campuses. Discuss the ways diversity issues can influence the many facets of an orientation program. Are there particular issues that need to be addressed during Orientation? Knowing the developmental issues of first-year and transfer student populations, how could these issues be addressed most effectively? Please identify and discuss research, student development theories, and/or assessments that support your statements.
   

3. A resume describing your current and/or previous experience with orientation.

4. An official transcript or official verification form from your graduate institution to verify fall 2008 enrollment.

5. Two letters of recommendation, one of these letters must be from either a faculty member familiar with your academic background or a supervisor familiar with your orientation experience. If you are not a member of NODA, then one of your letters of recommendation must come from a current NODA member.

Deadline

The deadline has passed to apply in 2008.

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The National Orientation Directors Association declares a policy of equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in the provisions of services to the membership and the public. In recognition of the responsibility to this membership, NODA reaffirms its policy of fair and equal treatment in all practices to all persons regardless of race, color, age, marital status, gender, religion, natural origin, ancestry, sexual/affectional orientation, disability or veteran status.