Applications are now open for the 2012-2013 Sauvé Scholars
Program inviting young leaders from across the globe that want to change the
world.
It is expected that the Sauvé Scholars are highly motivated independent
individual thinkers in the age group of 23 to 31 having demonstrated skills as
agents of change. During this nine-month program, the scholars get the
opportunity to remain away from their studies, careers or other formal
commitments, leading to reflection and self-realization –personal as well as
professional.
The program brings 14 young men and women from around the
world to McGill University in Montreal,
Canada to embark on a rewarding personal and intellectual program combining
reflection, study, travel and community engagement along with participation in
conferences, seminars, cultural and sports events. Through a formal Memorandum
of Understanding, Sauvé Scholars enjoy a unique status at McGill: they may
audit courses at the undergraduate or post-graduate level (but not for credit)
and may participate in the array of university activities and facilities for
every taste and interest.
Sauvé Scholars also get opportunity to engage and network
through seminars with eminent journalists, political figures and leaders in
business, academia and the arts.
Focus Areas
Each scholar is expected to undertake a new project in his
or her chosen field – for example, arts, advocacy, business, communications,
government or research – or complete one that is underway. Scholars are also
invited to participate in some form of social or civic engagement for the
benefit of the Montreal community.
Eligibility
Between 23 and 30
years old on 31 December 2011
A minimum of 2-3
years of professional and/or work experience (paid or unpaid). Experience may
include positions in a volunteer or internship capacity
Completed your
undergraduate education, or the equivalent, by 31 July 2011 (advanced degrees
are welcome but not a requirement)
A record of
accomplishment and ability to meet challenges
Demonstrated
leadership qualities
Proven
communications skills
A highly developed
curiosity about the world
A strong interest
in international and domestic issues
An eagerness to
engage with the complex issues of the day
Allowances and
Accommodation
The Program provides a monthly allowance to cover meals and
incidental expenses. This sum will be deposited in a dedicated bank account set
up for each Scholar for the duration of their stay in Montreal. Round-trip
transportation (one trip only) to and from Montreal is arranged for each
Scholar and paid for by the Program. Scholars are required to live in the House
for the full duration of the Award term.
Last date for submission of applications is November 1,
2011.
Further scholarship details and application procedures can
be found at http://www.sauvescholars.org/en/scholars/pgm_overview
