Summer 2018 Program Information
In summer 2016, the Blackburn Institute launched a successful pilot program to connect students with mentors (Blackburn Society members, Advisory Board members, or Fellows) on experiential learning projects that had a positive impact on the state of Alabama. Funding for this program has been continued for summer 2018.
The goals of this program are to provide:
- Meaningful relationships between students and the rest of the Blackburn community;
- Structured opportunities for intergenerational collaboration and learning;
- Experiential learning opportunities that allow students to take action on their values; an
- Tangible work products that will be of benefit to community partners and have a positive impact on the state of Alabama.
Experiences will range in duration from 6 to 12 weeks, are completed between May and July, and take place in Alabama or Washington, DC. Students will be provided with a financial award to cover reasonable living and project expenses, up to a maximum of $5,000. There are two paths to participation for both students and mentors:
- Submit a project proposal for a specific idea (February 19, 2018 deadline); or
- Review the submitted proposals and request to be matched (March 18, 2018 deadline).
For more information review the linked documents below and contact Mac Griswold (mac.griswold@ua.edu) with any questions.
Project submitted by the February 19, 2018 deadline will be posted for review starting on February 28, 2018.
Summer 2018 Information Sessions
- For Students – Tuesday, November 7, 2017 – 4:00-5:00pm – 2400 Ferg
For Students – Wednesday, January 24, 2018 – 4:00-5:00pm – 2400 Ferg
- For Mentors – Tuesday, November 7, 2017 – 12:00-1:00pm – 2400 Ferg
For Mentors – Wednesday, January 24, 2018 – 12:00-1:00pm – 2400 Ferg
- Can also be accessed via GoToMeeting at the scheduled time:
