This four-year fellowship program, funded by the University of California Office of the President and the UCLA Graduate Division, supports a limited number of students who are entering PhD programs and are interested in a career in college or university teaching and research. The fellowship currently provides a stipend of $18,000 plus standard registration fees and nonresident tuition (for the first year only) if necessary. During the student's second, third or fourth year, the Graduate Division provides a second year of support in the form of a Graduate Research Mentorship Award upon activation of the award by the student and the department. The student's department is obligated to provide two or more years of equivalent support. Applicants must be nominated by their department/school. Students pursuing MD or DDS degrees are not eligible for this program. Applicants must be either U.S. citizens or permanent residents and should demonstrate high potential and promise. Individuals from cultural, racial, linguistic, geographic and socioeconomic backgrounds that are currently underrepresented in graduate education are especially encouraged to participate in the program. The intent of this fellowship is to provide access to higher education for students who might otherwise find it difficult or impossible to successfully pursue graduate study. Applicants must complete both the Fellowship Application for Entering Graduate Students and the Diversity Fellowships - Supplemental Application. These forms, along with your Admission Application's Statement of Purpose essay on your contributions to the University's diversity mission, will be reviewed as part of your fellowship application.

The Coalition for Nursing Careers in California is committed to achieving an adequate and diverse nursing workforce for the State of California. The Coalition has been pleased to offer scholarships twice per year for students in accredited nursing programs across California. The focus of this scholarship is to support nursing students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, and those who are part of a group that is currently underrepresented in the nursing profession in California.

Applicant's who have been accepted or enrolled in an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program. An awardee may receive up to $8,000 for this scholarship and commits to a two-year service obligation practicing in direct patient care in a medically underserved area (MUA) in California.

Students who have been accepted or enrolled into a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. An awardee may receive up to $10,000 for this scholarship. Awardee commits to practicing direct patient care in a medically underserved area (MUA) of California for two-years.

The Sausalito Art Festival is a nonprofit cultural and fine arts organization serving Sausalito since 1952. The Sausalito Art Festival is the West Coast's top-rated Fine Art Event, and rated America's #1 Outdoor Fine Art Festival. The Festival continues its long-standing mission of supporting the arts and community non-profits through grant programs, artist awards, scholarships, and the Sausalito Chamber of Commerce Community Service Programs. Applicants must be: 1. U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident Alien cardholder, and be eligible to receive Federal Financial Aid for Education at a U.S. school. 2. Resident of the Bay Area, and: graduating from a Bay Area high school in the spring of 2007, or who are in college now, in-state as well as out-of-state. The Bay Area is defined as the following counties: Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Solano, and Sonoma. 3. Attending an institution of higher education in the fall of 2007. 4. Pursuing a degree in Art or Art-related major.

Incoming students who have a demonstrated interest in food writing, and begin their studies at the CIA in the Winter or Spring enrollment seasons, are eligible to apply for this $2,000 scholarship (two scholarships are awarded for each season). To apply, you must submit a separate application. Your application will include an original essay of 500-700 words about a food memory, such as your first cooking experience, the first meal you prepared, a family holiday food tradition, or a childhood recollection of food. The due dates for the scholarships are as follows: * Winter 2008—the scholarship form and essay are due to the Admissions Office by October 1, 2007. * Spring 2008—the scholarship form and essay are due to the Admissions Office by December 15, 2007.

California Foundation for Gifted Education provides a scholarship award of $1000 to be given to a gifted high school student enrolling in an institution of higher learning during the next school year. This scholarship has a different emphasis than most; instead of stressing grade point averages, need, or community service, the intent is to support an individual passion for learning or creating.Eligibility 1. Student must currently be in grade 11 or 12, and attending classes in a recognized California educational setting. (Juniors expecting to participate in an early entrance program at a participating college or university are eligible.) 2. Student must be planning to enter a recognized school of advanced education during the 2008-2009 school year. 3. Student must demonstrate outstanding achievement in a chosen area of talent or giftedness.

Most scholarships are based on academic or athletic achievement, but this scholarship is based on life experience. It is a scholarship that no one wants to win; but is intended to help with the cost of college for a family struggling through a cancer experience. Since 2000, we have been honored to award $21,500 to 30 very deserving students. The scholarships are awarded in May to one senior at each of the five comprehensive high schools in El Dorado County, California. (El Dorado HS, Golden Sierra HS, Oak Ridge HS, Ponderosa HS and Union Mine HS). The scholarships are $1000 each, and are redemable with proof of college enrollment. Qualifications: 1. Applicants must have an immediate family member (living in the household), diagnosed with cancer of any type. 2. Applicants will complete application and write and essay (not more than 500 words) describing the lessons they learned from the cancer experience. 3. A parent or surviving family member must verify that the diagnosis is valid. 4. Applications can be found at www.edc-scholarships.org. 5. Applications are due March 1, 2007 and can be sent to: Pink Ribbon Scholarship 4698 Pavonia Ct. Cameron Park, CA 95682

The Bodine-Sunkist scholarship honors the memory of Sunkist board vice chairman Arthur W. Bodine. Eligibility requirements include financial need and a family or personal involvement in California or Arizona agriculture. It is open to students entering any phase of their undergraduate college career, at any school, and in any field of study. Please remember that the student and/or a member of the immediate family (parents/siblings/grandparents) must be, have been or currently be involved in California or Arizona agriculture. The number of recipients varies each year, with selection based on factors such as financial need, grade point average, college board test scores, recommendations and an essay. Since it was established in 1990, over 275 awards have been presented, many to students who are the first in their families to attend college. Sunkist is proud to play a role in the success of these outstanding young men and women.

Amount: $1,000 Deadline: May 25, 2007 Eligibility: High school student living in California, minimum 2.0 gpa, zinch profile complete. Judging: Both need of student and merit considered. Winners chosen based on what the student provides in his/her zinch profile. More: High school counselor must sign up (to confirm who you are) for you to be considered a finalist (It’s free and easy, but you gotta let them know).