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Federal and National Opportunities Week of March 25

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

THRIVE Summit 2024: Targeting Healthy Results for Infants from Vulnerable Environments (THRIVE) Summit 2024

  • Themed Together We Advance Equity in Maternal and Child Health the 20204 Summit will be held on Thursday, April 4, 2024, from 12-4 PM EDT.
  • This summit is co-hosted by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), the Consortium of African American Public Health Programs (CAAPHP), and the HBCU-MCH Alliance Team (HAT-MCH) to bring together faculty, staff, and students from HBCUs, Predominantly Black Institutions (PBIs), and Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) interested improving the health and well-being of women, children, and families. Register Today!

 

Maternal Children’s Health (MCH) Faculty Development Fellowship Program at Diverse Institutions (Faculty Fellowship)

  • The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) National MCH Workforce Development Center is pleased to announce the selection of 10 early and mid-career public health faculty members to the MCH Faculty Development Fellowship Program at Diverse Institutions (Faculty Fellowship), including fellows at HBCUs. The Faculty Fellowship program will support the fellows in advancing their MCH work and scholarship in public health education, student mentorship, research, and/or partnership development and engagement.

 

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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority Serving Institutions Advisory Council (HBCU-MSI AC)

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is soliciting applications to fill 15-20 vacancies on the newly established Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority Serving Institutions Advisory Council (HBCU-MSI AC). Applicants may come from a variety of sectors including, but not limited to, representatives from business and industry, academia, non-governmental organizations, and local, county, and Tribal governments that have experience working at or in partnership with HBCUs and/or MSIs. Selected applicants will be appointed by the Administrator to serve a 2-year term and contribute to a balance of perspectives, backgrounds, and experience of the council.

 

Applications to the HBCU-MSI AC are due by Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. ET. To apply for appointment, the below information is required:

  • Contact information
  • Resume OR CV
  • Statement of interest

 

Visit the EPA HBCU-MSI Advisory Council webpage for more information on the council and how to apply. EPA will host two virtual webinars to provide more information about this call for applications. These webinars will be a space for the public to ask their questions live to EPA staff.

 

These webinars will be on Zoom and will be hosted at the following time:

 

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U.S. Department of Justice

Seeking Applications – FY 2024 Community Supervision Strategies Program

Deadline: April 29, 2024

The Office of Justice Programs’ Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) offers funding through a variety of different programs to achieve safer communities and promote a safe and fair criminal justice system. BJA is seeking applications for the FY 2024 Community Supervision Strategies Program.

With this solicitation, the Bureau of Justice Assistance seeks to provide state, local, and tribal community supervision agencies with resources and training and technical assistance to assess and improve responses to client behavior in accordance with the principles of swiftness, certainty, and/or fairness. Guided by one or more of those principles, supervision agencies will engage in collaborative problem solving with stakeholders using data and research-informed strategies to improve supervision outcomes and promote the fair administration of justice.

 

You can download the solicitation here: https://bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-bja-2024-172023

 

Eligible Applicants: State governments; Special district governments; City or township governments; County governments; and Federally recognized Native American tribal governments.

 

Note that there are two deadlines for this solicitation. April 29, 2024, at 8:59 PM EDT for submission to Grants.Gov and May 6, 2024, at 8:59 PM EDT for submission to JustGrants.

 

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U.S. Department of Justice

Seeking Applications – FY 2024 Prosecuting Cold Cases Using DNA Program

Deadline: April 25, 2024

The Office of Justice Programs’ Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) offers funding through a variety of different programs to achieve safer communities and promote a safe and fair criminal justice system. BJA is seeking applications for the FY 2024 Prosecuting Cold Cases Using DNA Program.

With this solicitation, BJA seeks to provide funding to support the prosecution of violent cold case crimes where a suspect (known or unknown) has been identified through DNA evidence. Provided a DNA profile attributed to a known or unknown suspect has been developed from crime scene evidence, this funding also supports investigative activities, as well as crime and forensic analyses, that could lead to the successful prosecution of violent cold case crimes.

You can download the solicitation here: https://bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-bja-2024-172005

Eligible Applicants: State governments; Special district governments; City or township governments; County governments; Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities; Federally recognized Native American tribal governments, Native American tribal organizations other than federally recognized tribal governments); State and local prosecuting agencies; Law enforcement; and State agencies.

Note that there are two deadlines for this solicitation. April 25, 2024, at 8:59 PM EDT for submission to Grants.Gov and May 2, 2024, at 8:59 PM EDT for submission to JustGrants.

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Federal and National Opportunities Week of March 18th

U.S. Department of Labor

Workforce Recruitment Program HBCU Information Session

Greetings Colleagues,

We are reaching out to extend a special invitation to HBCU staff members who support students with disabilities, including veterans, to join the Workforce Recruitment Program (WRP) as a School Coordinator.

About the Workforce Recruitment Program (WRP):

The WRP is a valuable initiative that helps students and recent graduates with disabilities explore career opportunities within the federal service. Disabilities may include non-apparent disabilities, like mental or physical health conditions, neurodiversity, or learning disabilities.

 Registration for the WRP School Coordinator position opens on April 8, 2024, and we are eager to engage HBCUs in this effort to enhance career prospects for students with disabilities.

As a WRP School Coordinator, you would:

  • Conduct outreach about the WRP to eligible students and recent graduates, including those with mental health and other disabilities that may not be easily identifiable or visible.
  • Approve student access to the WRP application from late August-October.
  • Schedule informational interviews between students and assigned federal recruiters.

Benefits for Your Institution:

  • Strengthen connections between your institution and federal employers.
  • Improve job and internship prospects for students with disabilities.
  • Expand your knowledge of Federal Government hiring through training and webinars.
  • Advance diversity and inclusion efforts at your institution.

How to Join:

We invite the faculty and staff members at your institution who work with disabled students, including veterans, to consider becoming a WRP School Coordinator. Multiple staff members can participate, and we encourage collaboration between career, disability, and veteran’s services offices.

To register, interested staff members can register at WRP.gov from April 8th through June.

Information Sessions

We will host a virtual information session on April 9 at 1PM ET, and we hope you will attend and share with your colleagues. We also will host a listening session in the coming weeks specifically for HBCUs featuring first-hand accounts from other School Coordinators on how to find success for students through the program. We encourage your staff to attend these sessions to learn more about the WRP and its benefits.

 

Event Title: Workforce Recruitment Program HBCU Information Session

Time: April 9, 2024 at 1pm ET

Join link: https://usdolee.webex.com/usdolee/j.php?MTID=ma95b388a51bce7d13c96892ec49bb246

Webinar number: 2827 173 5014

Webinar password: Welcome!87 (93526631 from phones and video systems)

Join by phone: 1-877-465-7975 US Toll Free

Access code: 2827 173 5014

Thank you for considering this opportunity to actively support students with disabilities at your institution. We look forward to welcoming your staff to the WRP community.

Best regards,

U.S. Department of Labor

WRP School Participation Flyer 2024

 

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Advisory Council on Historic Preservation

 

 

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U.S. Department of Transportation

Don’t Delay – Start Your Internship Today with FHWA!

Program Analyst Pathways Student Intern

Don’t Delay – Start Your Internship Today with FHWA!

The Office of Administration (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Team) is hiring a Program Analyst Pathways Student Intern (GS-0399-07/09/11 – $26.80 to $51.55 hourly) in Washington, DC. To apply, visit https://www.usajobs.gov/job/781044800 (open to U.S. Citizens). This internship announcement closes on 03/25/2024.

FHWA provides stewardship over the construction, maintenance and preservation of the Nation’s highways, bridges, and tunnels. FHWA also conducts research and provides technical assistance to state and local agencies to improve safety, mobility, and to encourage innovation.

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This is a developmental position within FHWA’s Office of Administration (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Team). The position is designed to provide interns with challenging assignments that will broaden their perspectives on issues facing the government and prepare them for future positions throughout the government.

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The Program Analyst Pathways Student Intern will have the opportunity to work with the Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer and will assist in the coordination, facilitation, and implementation of the DEIA program at FHWA. The intern will:

  • Support and develop innovative DEIA approaches, techniques, and marketing methods to assist in the development and organization of a DEIA program at FHWA with special emphasis on increasing the representation of minorities and underrepresented groups.
  • Ensure that our workforce is representative of the American public.

The ideal candidate is a student dedicated to public service, interested in working as a part of the Executive Branch.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, creative, collaborative, and values the importance of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility and Belonging in the workplace.

All majors are welcome to apply. Ideal majors include Human Resources, Business, Psychology, Sociology, Instructional Design, Social Work, and related disciplines.

 

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National Aeronautics and Space Administration

 

New Funding Opportunity Aimed at Engaging MSIs with NASA Research

 

Deadline: April 15

Award Amount: Not to exceed $50,000

 

NASA invites Principal Investigators from Minority Serving Institutions to apply for an exciting program to engage in research and work with NASA to prepare for larger funding opportunities: MUREP Partnership Learning Annual Notification (MPLAN). PIs have an opportunity to submit a research proposal that falls within 40 different NASA mission directorate topics. The proposal deadline is 5 p.m. EDT April 15.

 

NASA MPLAN will offer PIs the opportunity to:

·    Engage in a research project directly with NASA

·    Participate in monthly virtual workshops on fostering collaboration, enhancing technical skills, proposal writing, and preparing for future NASA opportunities.

·    Gain insight into NASA priorities for future proposals.

·    Attend a two-day, in-person workshop to network with NASA and other institutions.

 

By the end of the program, PIs will be better prepared for future funding opportunities such as:

·    NASA’s annual Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Technology Transfer (SBIR/STTR) solicitation

·    NASA University Leadership Initiative

This is an opportunity for institutions that have a MSI designation. Visit the MSI Exchange to see the list of MSIs.

 

Research Opportunities: SMD ROSES-2024

 

ROSES-2024 Opportunities:

NASA’s Science Mission Directorate (SMD) released its annual omnibus solicitation for basic and applied research, Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Science (ROSES) 2024. Visit the SARA ROSES blog for updates, clarifications and amendments.

 

Solicitations can be viewed at the following tables:

·    Table 2: Solicited Research Programs by Due Date

·    Table 3: Solicited Research Programs by Research

For more information, email the Science Mission Directorate at sara@nasa.gov.

 

Featured Opportunity:

Award Amount: Requests may not exceed $300K for 2 years

Information Site: Visit the SMD Bridge Program Seed Funding website for FAQs

Information Session: Please see the link to the slides

SMD Relevance: Please reference here on determining relevance to Science Mission Directorate

Proposal Deadline: Proposals accepted on a rolling basis through March 29

Contact: padi.boyd@nasa.gov

 

Here are some additional YouTube resources related to the ROSES omnibus:

·    Unwrapping Roses with Max Bernstein

·    Woody Turner Looks Back at Citizen Science
NASA Office of Small Business Programs Offers In-person Sessions in DC

 

The NASA Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP) will be hosting several in-person events in April in Washington, D.C.

·    Small Business Listening Session, noon to 4 p.m. April 4 at NASA Headquarters, 300 Hidden Figures Way. The listening series is a collaborative platform aimed at promoting dialogue, understanding challenges and barriers, exploring opportunities, and strengthening support mechanisms to empower small businesses and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in their engagement with NASA’s procurement activities.

 

·    NASA and Partners Small Business and HBCU Summit: Create, Connect & Collaborate, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 5 at Howard University School of Business in Washington, D.C. Join NASA and Partners for an exclusive opportunity to explore federal contracting opportunities with NASA and its partners while fostering collaboration with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Register for the NASA and Partners Small Business and HBCU Summit: Create, Connect & Collaborate, which is a dynamic event designed as the gateway for small businesses and educational institutions to forge valuable connections within the aerospace and technology sectors.
 

 

International Space Station Education and Workforce Funding Opportunity

 

Concept Summary Deadline: April 24

Full Proposal Deadline: July 1

The International Space Station (ISS) National Laboratory is soliciting research to leverage the orbiting outpost for education programs and training for space-focused careers. This ISS National Lab Research Announcement (NLRA) is open to U.S.-based institutions (academic, commercial, government, or not-for-profit) with a vested interest in workforce development and science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education. The solicitation has up to $600,000 total allocated funding, with the expectation to award four to five projects.

 

Proposals must seek to create or expand education programs, projects, or public-private partnerships that leverage the space station or space-based research to engage post-secondary students (including colleges, universities, community or junior colleges, and vocational institutions), enhance K-12 learning, or provide professional development experiences for formal and informal educators. Concepts submitted in response to this announcement must specifically state how proposed initiatives will target and reach underrepresented demographics. Proposals for flight projects must include a statement defining how the scientific aims will benefit from being evaluated in space. For more information, visit the research announcement page or the International Space Station website.

 
Advanced Air Vehicles Program Fellowship Opportunities

 

Deadline: April 30

Amendment 1 to the NASA ARMD Research Opportunities in Aeronautics (ROA) 2024 NRA has been posted on the NSPIRES soliciting proposals from accredited U.S. institutions for research training grants to begin this academic year. The application deadline is 5 p.m. EDT April 30.

 

This NOFO is designed to support independently-conceived research projects by highly qualified graduate students, in disciplines needed to help advance NASA’s mission, thus affording these students the opportunity to directly contribute to advancements in STEM-related areas of study. AAVP Fellowship Opportunities are focused on innovation and the generation of measurable research results that contribute to NASA’s current and future science and technology goals.

 

Fellowship details:

·    Research proposals are sought to address key challenges provided in Elements of Appendix A.8

·    Notices of Intent (NOIs) are not required.

·    A budget breakdown for each proposal is required, detailing the allocation of the award funds by year. The budget document may adhere to any format or template provided by the applicant’s institution.

·    Two pre-proposal teleconferences for potential proposers will be held and meeting links will be posted on NSPIRES.

·    For each fellow, the institution receives up to $64,000 annually, depending on the graduate student’s academic level

For more information, visit the announcement on the NSPIRES website.
NASA SMD Seeks Volunteer Reviewers for Research Proposals
NASA’s Science Mission Directorate is seeking subject matter experts to serve as external (email) and/or virtual panel reviewers of proposals to the “ROSES” research solicitation. Reviewers are eligible to receive an honorarium of $350 per day.

 

All of the reviewer volunteer forms may be accessed on the main landing page or from the links below. Once in a form, click the boxes to indicate the topics in which you consider yourself to be a subject matter expert. If your skills match our needs for that review and there are not too many organizational conflicts of interest, we will contact you to discuss scheduling.

 

Here is a list of some volunteer reviewer web forms have varying deadlines:

·    Advanced Information Systems Technology

·    Astrophysics Data Analysis Program (ROSES D.2)

·    Citizen Science for Earth Systems Programs

·    Earth Action: Disaster Risk Reduction, Recovery, and Resilience (ROSES A.42)

·    Earth Surface and Interior and Space Geodesy Programs

·    Ecological Conservation Impact Assessment

·    Emerging Worlds (ROSES C.2)

·    Exobiology (ROSES C.5)

·    Exoplanets Research Program (ROSES F.3)

·    Future Investigators in NASA Earth and Space Science and Technology (FINESST)—Space Science

·    Heliophysics Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning-Ready Data (ROSES B.16)

·    Heliophysics Supporting Research (ROSES B.2)

·    Lunar Data Analysis (ROSES C.8)

·    MatISSE and C.22 DALI (high-TRL planetary instrument programs)

·    Planetary Data Archiving, Restoration, and Tools (ROSES C.4)

·    Planetary Instrument Concepts for the Advancement of Solar System Observations (PICASSO)

·    SMD Bridge Programs Seed Funding Opportunity (ROSES F.23)

·    Solar System Observations (ROSES C.6)

·    Solar System Workings (ROSES C.3)

·    The Physical Oceanography Program (PO)

·    Yearly Opportunities for Research in Planetary Defense

 

For more information about the related programs, reach out to the respective Program Officer. For issues with the web forms, send an email to sara@nasa.gov.

 

Register for the Hybrid NASA HBCU/MSI Technology Infusion Road Tour

Dates: April 16-18Registration: HBCU/MSI Infusion Road Tour

NASA’s HBCU/MSI Technology Infusion Road Tour will visit Clark Atlanta University (CAU) in Atlanta on April 16-18. This hybrid event will feature presentations from NASA Mission Directorates, the Office of Procurement, prime contractors, MSIs and other key collaborators to highlight NASA’s effort to build competitiveness at Historically Black Colleges and Universities and other Minority Serving Institutions.

 

Various technical workshops will provide best practices and understanding to inform next steps. Participants will also network to make connections that will extend beyond the event. Additionally, the student-focused opportunity, NASA Days, will be hosted simultaneously on the CAU campus.

 
Proposals Accepted for International Space Station Research Projects

Deadline: May 7

Webinar: Leveraging the ISS National Lab

Proposals are being accepted for the International Space Station National Lab Research Announcement (NLRA) for flight investigations within applied research and development, translational medicine, technology readiness level maturation, and technology demonstration to be performed on the space station. Selected flight projects may be awarded funding to enable mission integration and operations support for projects that will be implemented on the International Space Station.

 

CASIS, in coordination with NASA, has identified multiple ISS National Lab lines of business that support strategic priorities and programmatic focus areas aimed at bringing value to our nation and enabling a robust and scalable market in low Earth orbit. Technology development and demonstration enabled by access to space brings significant growth potential from the ability to accelerate technology maturation. Through this research announcement, offerors may propose to use the unique ISS environment to develop, test, or mature products and processes that have a demonstrated potential to produce near-term and positive direct or indirect economic impact.

Learn more about this announcement by visiting the ISS National Laboratory or watching this pre-recorded webinar. For more information, send an email to info@ISSNationalLab.org with NLRA2024-4 in the subject line.

 

Proposals Accepted for Moon to Mars eXploration Systems and Habitation 2025 Academic Innovation Challenge

Proposal Deadline: April 26

Technical Question Submission Deadline: April 3

Proposals are being accepted for the Moon to Mars eXploration Systems and Habitation (M2M X-Hab) 2025 Academic Innovation Challenge, which is a university-level challenge designed to develop strategic partnerships and collaborations with universities. The proposal deadline is April 26.

 

NASA’s Exploration Capabilities (EC) Program will offer multiple awards of $13K to $50K each to design and produce studies or functional products of interest to NASA. (See Section 3.2, M2M X-Hab Proposal Topic List.)

 

This challenge has been organized to help bridge strategic knowledge gaps and increase knowledge in capabilities and technology risk reduction related to NASA’s vision and missions. The competition links with senior- and graduate-level design curricula that emphasize hands-on design, research, development, and manufacturing of functional prototypical subsystems that enable functionality for space habitats and deep space exploration missions. For more information, visit the Exploration Systems Habitation website.

 

Upload and Update Your Capability Statement

Register for an upcoming Capability Statement Training:

·    3 p.m. EDT March 25

·    3 p.m. EDT April 29

·    3 p.m. EDT May 20

A capability statement is a one-page document that serves as a resume for your MSI and can open doors that inspire relationships with strategic partners. Having a capability statement in the MSI Exchange offers a competitive advantage, as federal agencies, industry, and academia use the MSI Exchange to identify MSIs for teaming opportunities and competitive federal awards such as grants, cooperative agreements, and contracts. It is important to not only have a capability statement in the MSI Exchange, but to also ensure that the information is periodically updated with the current point of contact.

If your capability statement is ready for upload, submit it to the MSI Exchange at NASA-MSIExchange@mail.nasa.gov.

 

Paid 10-Week Summer Research Experience at NASA Wallops Flight Facility

Deadline: March 18

Stipend: $6,000

Dates: June 3-Aug. 9

Project Descriptions: STEM Takes Flight

 

The Virginia Space Grant Consortium is partnering with NASA Langley Research Center to offer community college students in Virginia hands-on research experience at the NASA Wallops Flight Facility. During summer, students will spend 10 weeks working alongside NASA research advisors to learn more about project work, communication, teamwork, and exposure to various STEM careers. For more information, visit NASA Research Experiences – STEM Takes Flight.

 

 

Apply for a Fall Internship at a NASA Center

Students who are interested in a fall internship are encouraged to submit an application by April 5. NASA’s Office of STEM Engagement (OSTEM) paid internships allow students age 16 and up to contribute to agency projects under the guidance of a NASA mentor. Requirements include U.S. Citizenship and a minimum 3.0 GPA. One application has the possibility of being viewed by a mentor at any NASA Center. Prior experience is not required. For more information, visit the NASA Internships Programs. To apply, visit NASA Internships (NASA STEM Gateway).

 

Become a NASA Partner Eclipse Ambassador

In April, a solar eclipse will cross the US. In an exciting NASA partnership, undergraduate students and eclipse enthusiasts will be partnered to prepare their local communities for the awe and wonder of this unique celestial alignment. Training, partnerships, resources, and connections with local underserved partners are provided. Outreach can be done before the eclipse – there’s no commitment when the shadows arrive. Undergraduates will also receive a stipend, plus opportunities to further their involvement in NASA programs. Apply today or find someone near you on our Eclipse Ambassador Map!

 

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U.S. Department of Justice

Seeking Applications – FY 2024 Second Chance Act Pay for Success Program

Deadline: April 25, 2024

The Office of Justice Programs’ Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) offers funding through a variety of different programs to achieve safer communities and promote a safe and fair criminal justice system. BJA is seeking applications for the FY 2024 Second Chance Act Pay for Success Program. With this solicitation, BJA seeks to provide funding to state, local, and tribal governments to use performance-based or outcomes-based contracting to enhance or implement clinical services and other evidence-based responses to improve reentry, reduce recidivism, and address the treatment and recovery needs of people with mental health, substance use, or co-occurring disorders who are currently involved in the criminal justice system or were formerly involved.

You can download the solicitation here: https://bja.ojp.gov/funding/O-BJA-2024-171999.pdf

Eligible Applicants: State governments; Special district governments; City or township governments; County governments; Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities; and Federally recognized Native American tribal governments.

Note that there are two deadlines for this solicitation. April 25, 2024, at 8:59 PM EDT for submission to Grants.Gov and April 30, 2024, at 8:59 PM EDT for submission to JustGrants.

 

 

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U.S. Department of Labor

DOL Grants Webinar – Wednesday, March 27, 2024 from 2:00 – 3:00 PM ET

The Department of Labor administers a variety of grants, which aim to connect, protect, train, support, and empower workers and job seekers. We are ready to serve workers in all communities, with targeted programs for teens and young adults, low-wage workers, women in nontraditional occupations, people with disabilities, homeless veterans and returning service members, previously incarcerated youth or adults, tribal communities and rural communities. DOL is holding a public virtual webinar on Wednesday, March 27 from 2:00 – 3:00 PM ET. Come learn about our grant programs and funding opportunities. The session will also cover how to prepare and apply for a grant and how to stay informed throughout the year as funding opportunities become available. Register for the event here.

 

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Federal and National Opportunities Week of March 4

U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission

Proposal Reviewers are needed for the NRC’s Fiscal Year 2024 Research Grants

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is looking for potential volunteers from academia who are willing to serve as technical reviewers to evaluate our FY 2024 research grant proposals.  Please submit the names of interested individuals and which subject areas (listed below) they can support the agency to Sarah.Shaffer@nrc.gov no later than March 20th.

 

This year, the NRC is expected to award approximately $8-9M and anticipates there may be up to 20 grants awarded.  The NRC’s grant program provides funding to support research and development for nuclear science, engineering, technology, and related disciplines to develop a workforce capable of supporting the design, construction, operation, and regulation of nuclear facilities and the safe handling of nuclear materials.  With your support we can ensure that grant proposals are properly evaluated and are relevant to the programmatic mission of the NRC.

 

At this time, we do not know how many reviewers will be needed.  We will not know until the Notice of Funding Opportunity closes (April 1st), and the number of eligible proposals is determined (there were 77 proposals reviewed last year).  Once determined, the proposals will be binned by technical area and review panels will be organized.  For planning purposes, the estimated timeframe for the review process is approximately 3 weeks. We anticipate the reviews to start the week of April 22nd.  Reviewers will have approximately 2 weeks to review proposals (April 22 – May 3) and then another week to participate in a review panel teleconference (estimated May 6-15).  We estimate 8-10 proposals to be assigned to each review panel.

 

Subject Areas:

Reviewed in 2023

  • Advanced Materials & Manufacturing for Nuclear Applications.
  • Aging/Degradation of Nuclear Plant Systems, Structures, and Components.
  • Digital Engineering/Analytics, Advanced Sensors, and Controls for Nuclear Applications (Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning and I&C).
  • Risk Analysis, Probabilistic Risk Assessment, and External Hazards for nuclear applications.
  • Fuels Analysis (Characterization of fresh and spent nuclear fuel for nuclear power plants).
  • Source Term and Radiation Protection Analysis.
  • Advanced technology approaches (e.g., Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning).
  • Thermal Hydraulics and Neutronics Analysis.

 

New areas of interest for the FY24 NOFO (potential proposals could be submitted):

  • Cybersecurity associated with digital instrumentation and controls, remote monitoring/control, wireless communications at high-consequence facilities.
  • Application of innovative and advanced technologies for space nuclear launches.
  • Additive (advanced) manufacturing for nuclear technologies.
  • Activities in the areas of neutronics, thermal hydraulics, and severe accident analysis will help validate the NRC’s scientific computer codes.

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Foreign Service Fellowship for HBCU Students | Meridian International Center

The Meridian-Cox Foreign Service Fellowship for Emerging Leaders is a fully-paid enrichment and training program seeking to expand awareness and access to Foreign Service careers to students from underrepresented communities across the United States. A partnership among Meridian International Center, the Una Chapman Cox Foundation, and Community Colleges for International Development, the Foreign Service Fellowship provides undergraduate students with insight into American diplomacy while underscoring educational, internship, and career paths within the U.S. Foreign Service. The program will spotlight the vital work of Foreign Service Officers, while also teaching the critical soft skills necessary to succeed in a diplomatic career. Fellows will enhance their understanding of diplomacy and international affairs through site visits while developing their career development skills through workshops and networking opportunities.

 

The Fellowship draws upon the Cox Foundation’s commitment to strengthen the U.S. Foreign Service, advances CCID’s work building pathways to global careers at community colleges, and leverages Meridian’s experience developing leadership and diplomatic training for emerging leaders around the world.

 

The Meridian-Cox Foreign Service Fellowship for Emerging Leaders will take place in Washington, DC, from Sunday, June 23 to Saturday, June 29, 2024. Activities will include a full-day visit to the U.S. Department of State, an interactive two-day diplomatic skills training course, a diplomacy simulation, panel discussions with representatives from the broader U.S. Foreign Service apparatus, and site visits. A tour of Washington monuments and cultural activities will also be included. The fellowship will also include at least one virtual workshop prior to and following the Washington program.

 

For more information, view the flyer here: Meridian-Cox Foreign Service Fellowship_One-Pager

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2024 African Americans & the Arts: HBCU Edition

Join the Initiative and its esteemed federal and private partners this African American History Month in a jubilant celebration of African Americans and their profound contributions to the arts. Delight in the HBCU Edition, where throughout February, a rich tapestry of virtual and in-person events awaits, thoughtfully crafted to resonate with the vibrant HBCU community. Explore the calendar below for registration links and detailed event information.

Calendar for BHM

HBCU History in Photos- Video Series

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Federal and National Opportunities Week of January 22nd

Appalachian Regional Commission ACRI

 

Appalachian Collegiate Research Initiative (ACRI) applications due March 29, 2024.

ARC is seeking ACRI applicants for the fall 2024 semester. ACRI is an applied research training program for Appalachian college students to support economic development initiatives for their communities. Students of participating ACRI schools are enrolled in a for-credit academic course to design and lead research projects in Appalachian communities to address regional challenges. As a finale for the coursework, students and their faculty sponsors travel to Washington, D.C., to present their work to other student delegations, ARC leadership, and community leaders at the Appalachian Collegiate Research Initiative Capstone Symposium.

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Department of Labor Job Shadow Day

OASAM/OHR will be hosting a Job Shadow Day for students in February. The in person Job Shadow Day is scheduled for February 2nd from 11 am to 4 pm ET and will be limited to 105 students. The virtual Job Shadow Day is scheduled for February 5th from 1 pm to 4 pm ET.

 

Please share this information with your contacts and networks. This will be a great opportunity for students to learn about federal employment and the Department of Labor.

 

See below for additional information regarding both events. Students may sign up using the QR code in the attached flyer or by clicking this link. Students should register by Friday, January 26, 2024.

 

View the flyer here: Job Shadow Day Flyer

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U.S. Department of Transportation Mobility Equity Research Initiative

NOFO – Mobility Equity Research Initiative

 

Funding Opportunity Title: MOBILITY EQUITY RESEARCH INITIATIVE
Funding Opportunity Number:

Amount:

Type:

Eligibility:

 MOBIL-EQU-RES

$2.97 million

Cooperative Agreement

Institutes of higher education and 501(c)3 nonprofits

Tuesday, March 5, 2024
https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/351698

 

 

Millions of Americans have few or no transportation choices. The design of our cities, towns, suburbs, and neighborhoods, and investments in transportation infrastructure heavily influence peoples’ access to mobility choices. Decisions that federal, regional, state, local, and Tribal governments have made— including ones made decades ago—have shaped our current transportation landscape and as a result, in many parts of the United States driving a personal vehicle is the only mobility option. These decisions have also often caused disproportionate environmental and health impacts on low-income, minority, and underserved communities and deprived them of investments in accessible, affordable, low-carbon transportation options.

 

Research and technology advancements are needed to address these longstanding mobility inequities. Bringing together progress in enabling technologies like telecommunications, data analysis, and clean energy with innovations in connectivity, business models, and service design creates new opportunities for people to get where they need to go, when they want to get there, safely and at a price they can afford. Research and development of such technologies can expand access and improve mobility for all Americans.

 

Through this NOFO, U.S. DOT seeks to advance research and technologies that support the Department’s goal of expanding accessibility and mobility to underserved communities, including people with disabilities, older Americans, and rural and disadvantaged communities. Further, U.S. DOT is seeking proposals that will produce research results and tools that build on or complement existing data and systems such as those found on https://equity-data.dot.gov/.

 

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EnergyTech University Prize Student Registration Deadline is February 1, 2024

There’s still time to compete in the EnergyTech University Prize 2024! Sponsored by the DOE Office of Technology Transitions, this $400,000+ collegiate competition challenges student teams to develop and present a business plan that leverages National Laboratory-developed or other emerging energy technologies. Plus, HFTO is proud to sponsor a $25,000 bonus prize to students presenting business plans around hydrogen and fuel cells.

Collegiate student competitors are encouraged to bring their remaining questions to the final informational webinar on January 23 at 4 p.m. ET.

The deadline for student teams to submit a 200-word summary idea is February 1, 2024. Register a team today!

FACES-External-FY24

 

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Be the EPA Hiring Webinar

Be EPA Hiring Event

EPA is hosting a special hiring webinar on February 7 at 2:00 PM ET to support first-time applicants and those interested in learning about the federal hiring process. This event will feature EPA Deputy Administrator Janet McCabe, EPA hiring specialists, and other special guests.

 

The Be EPA Hiring Webinar is open to the public, and we encourage you to encourage faculty and administrators to invite their students by sharing this registration link with them: https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/1465684/share_preview

 

For job seekers who have never applied for a federal job before, no problem! This event is for them and will cover all things hiring at EPA, including:

How to navigate USAJOBS.gov and the federal hiring process,
Making their application as competitive as possible,
Unique hiring pathways available for students and recent grads,
And a LIVE Q&A section where our hiring specialists will answer questions!

 

From tackling the climate crisis to advancing environmental justice, what happens here changes our world. There has never been a more critical moment to join our team and be the one who protects human health and the environment.

 

If prospective participants have any questions, please connect with our EPA Careers Team at careers@epa.gov.

 

RSVP Link:

https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/1465684/share_preview

 

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National Endowment for the Arts’ Grants for Arts Projects

Grants for Arts Projects provides expansive funding opportunities to strengthen the nation’s arts and culture ecosystem. Grants are available for arts projects in a wide variety of artistic disciplines. Visit the artistic disciplines webpage for each disciplines’ project types and accompanying application deadlines. Each discipline has identified the types of projects that are of greatest interest within this program as well as the characteristics of competitive proposals that provide the greatest opportunities for federal support to strengthen the nation’s arts and cultural ecosystem. Application Deadlines: February 15 and July 11, 2024 for projects taking place beginning in 2024.

Grants for Arts Projects guidelines
Applicant eligibility
Applicant resources

 

Please pass this information along to all faculty and staff involved with the arts within your university. Visit the artistic disciplines webpage to help guide who should join these important webinars. Our informational session on January 24 is specific to HBCUs and we look forward to having a conversation about the opportunities for funding at your historic institution.

 

Recent NEA Grants to HBCUs:

Alcorn State University   – Music – $15,000

To support musical performances and educational workshops at the Alcorn State University Jazz Festival.

 

Morgan State University – Design – $25,000

To support a youth design education program to promote design and math careers for youth.

 

Southern University at New Orleans – Visual Arts – $45,000

To support a retrospective exhibition of work by the artist and New Orleans native, Willie Birch (b. 1942).

 

Bring your questions to the informational session on Wednesday, January 24, 3:00 p.m. ET specifically for HBCUs considering applying for the Grants for Arts Projects opportunity. NEA staff will provide a brief overview of GAP and open up to questions from you. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session.

Register in advance

 

 

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Registration Now Open

The Annual National HBCU Week Conference is the nation’s premier convening of institution executive leaders, faculty, students, and supporters. It is implemented under the leadership of the Initiative, in close consultation with the Executive Office of the President and U.S. Department of Education. The event provides a unique occasion for federal agencies, private sector companies and philanthropic organizations to participate and provide useful information and successful models to improve instruction, degree completion and federal engagement, all of which strengthens the role of HBCUs.

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN

 

 

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Scholarships and Resources for HBCU Students!

At BestColleges they believe that dream jobs start with dream schools, which is why we provide students with direct connections to schools and programs suited to their educational goals. As a trusted education advisor, they also host free college planning, financial aid, and career resources to help all students get the most from their education and prepare for life after college.

Pursuing a college degree is a costly proposition for most students, but it can be disproportionately expensive for Black students. Many Black students at historically Black colleges and universities(HBCUs) face hardships beyond their white peers, including increased student debt and less available institutional aid. However, making these students aware of scholarships, internships, and fellowships can make higher education more affordable for students attending HBCUs!

BestColleges.com created a scholarship guide specifically for HBCU students! Their guide covers:

  • Financial Considerations for HBCU Students
  • Excellent Scholarships for HBCU Students
  • Grants for HBCU Students
  • Additional Resources for Financial Assistance

Review our HBCU Scholarship guide below:
https://www.bestcolleges.com/resources/hbcu/scholarships-and-grants/

Sharing this information will have a lasting impact on the community. Connect individuals with these financial resources by placing the above link on your site.

Thank you for your consideration. If you have additional questions about HBCU scholarships, submit your questions to our education experts on our Ask a College Advisor page!

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IMPORTANT UPDATE – HBCU 2021 Event GOING VIRTUAL

The Biden Administration, out of an abundance of caution for health and safety concerns related to COVID-19, has cancelled the in-person portion of the 2021 HBCU Week Conference. In lieu of the in-person sessions the White House Initiative on HBCUs will present all virtual programing that will reflect this year’s theme of Exploring Equity.

Your in-person registration is being converted to a virtual attendee and no further action is needed. This will serve as confirmation for virtual attendance.
 

We will be sending out more specifics about the virtual conference within the next week.

Thank you for your continued support, please continue to remain safe! We will be connecting with you soon.
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AmeriCorps is recruiting students for paid internships this summer!

AmeriCorps, the federal agency whose mission is “to improve lives, strengthen communities, and foster civic engagement through service and volunteering,” is hiring current undergraduate and graduate students for paid virtual internships this summer. Anticipated internship dates are from June 7, 2021 – August 20, 2021 and may be flexible depending on office needs and intern schedules. More information, including potential roles, is available via USAJobs available here. The application deadline is April 18, 2021.

 

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