Tentative Program Dates
Monday, June 15 through Friday, July 31, 2020
Informational session:
- Sunday, February 9, 2020 from 5:00 - 6:00 PM
- Room 252 Erickson Hall
- View the 2020 Presentation Slides
You are invited to participate in a program created by Michigan State University's College of Education designed to develop highly effective urban educators and leaders.
Program Specifics:
This is an excellent paid fellowship opportunity, offered on a competitive basis, which includes:
- Seven-week summer fellowship opportunity in the city of Detroit, Michigan
- Work with Detroit Schools Summer School Programming or Detroit-based non-profit community entity serving children, youth, and families
- In-depth exposure to the city of Detroit and community resources
- Total stipend payment of $3,500 for fellowship completion
- Lodging, board, and transportation costs incurred by individual fellow (housing options can be provided)
Criteria for Application:
- Current Sophomore, Junior, or Senior in Teacher Preparation Program OR current Freshman in the Urban Educators Cohort Program
- Writing sample describing commitment to urban education
- One recommendation submitted by a faculty member or other person familiar with your work. NOTE: Make sure you have requested permission from the person before you list them in the system. References must be submitted via the website - instructions for submitting online will be sent with the request for a reference upon completion of the application.
Application Deadline:
Friday, February 28, 2020
For more information, contact:
Dr. Sonya Gunnings-Moton
Michigan State University
College of Education
Erickson Hall
620 Farm Lane, Room 517B
Email: gunnings@msu.edu
(517) 432-5093
