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Lifelong Learning Summer Program at Girton College

We are thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership between Sigma Tau Delta and the University of Cambridge, UK, offering access to Lifelong Learning Summer Courses in the arts and humanities at the prestigious Girton College, Cambridge.

Girton College, founded in 1869, was Britain’s first residential college for the degree level education of women. It opened its doors to men in 1979, and has remained a pioneer of inclusive excellence. With its historic architecture, distinguished faculty, and commitment to intellectual rigor, it offers a rich environment in which to learn.

As part of this initiative, Sigma Tau Delta will award two partial scholarships of $600 each to selected alumni and Chapter Advisor applicants interested in participating in the August 2025 summer courses. These immersive courses are designed to enrich your academic and professional growth while offering a unique opportunity to experience the inspiring environment of Cambridge.

Key Details:

What: Lifelong Learning Summer Courses in arts and humanities
Where: Girton College, University of Cambridge, UK
When: August 2025
Scholarships: Two partial scholarships of $600 available for selected participants

Application Process:

To learn more about the program, please visit the Girton College Lifelong Learning page where you will find details of course offerings (including outline syllabi), information about college life, the social activities included, full details of fees, and a digital brochure.

Applications from Sigma Tau Delta alumni members and Chapter Advisors must be submitted to Sigma Tau Delta by 11:59 p.m. (CT) on Friday, February 14, 2025.

Apply Here

We encourage you to take advantage of this unique opportunity to engage with world-class faculty, participate in thought-provoking discussions, and expand your knowledge of the arts and humanities.

Junior Fellows Program at the Library of Congress

The Library of Congress accepts applications for its in-person and remote summer Junior Fellows Program each fall, an incredible opportunity for students to gain direct experience working with analog and digital collections and supporting the services of the world's largest, all-inclusive library.

As a Junior Fellow, you will get the chance to:

Dive into rare collections and artifacts.
Work on one of seventeen exciting, high-impact projects.
Build professional skills and expand your network.

This 10-week paid internship is open to undergraduate and graduate students, as well as recent graduates. If you are enthusiastic about research, preservation, or public service, this is the internship for you!

Successful applicants must be US citizens.

Visit the Library of Congress website to learn more about the Junior Fellows Program. It is important that you mention your affiliation with Sigma Tau Delta in your application. If you have any questions about the internship, please contact: juniorfellows@loc.gov.

Washington DC Internship Opportunities

Washington Internship Institute - Members are eligible for a $500 merit-based scholarship to attend the Washington Internship (WII) internship program through a partnership with WII and the Association of College Honor Societies (ACHS).
The Washington Center Internship - Members are also eligible to apply for a $1,000 housing scholarship to attend The Washington Center (TWC) internship program through a partnership with TWC and the Association of College Honor Societies. TWC has designated three scholarships per year for Sigma Tau Delta members (both undergraduates and recent college graduates).

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