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The Karen Jones Year Abroad Scholarship: A Unique Opportunity for American Studies Students
Are you passionate about American culture and history? Do you want to experience life in the United States first-hand? Do you need financial support to pursue your academic dreams? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you might be interested in applying for the Karen Jones Year Abroad Scholarship.
The Karen Jones Year Abroad Scholarship is a generous gift from Dame Karen Jones DBE, the Chancellor of the University of East Anglia (UEA) and a successful entrepreneur and non-executive. Dame Karen Jones studied English and American Literature at UEA from 1975 to 1979 and spent a year at Wellesley College, Massachusetts as part of her degree. She credits this experience as one of the most influential and enriching in her life and career. She said: “I loved my time at UEA studying English and American Studies – and benefitted greatly from my year at Wellesley College, Massachusetts as part of that time. I would very much like to help other students to benefit in the same way. It is a pleasure to give back something to my alma mater”.
The Karen Jones Year Abroad Scholarship will provide one bursary of £5,000 every year for the next five years to an undergraduate student who is enrolled in any of the four-year BA American Studies with a Year Abroad courses at UEA. The bursary will help cover the cost of travel, accommodation, tuition fees, and living expenses during the third year of the degree, when the student will study at one of UEA’s partner institutions in the USA. The scholarship is open to students of any nationality and domicile who demonstrate exceptional academic potential, but who might otherwise struggle to finance a year abroad education.
The UEA American Studies courses are among the best in the UK, offering a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to the study of the United States. Students will explore various aspects of American society, politics, history, literature, media, and culture, as well as its global role and influence. The courses also offer a wide range of optional modules that allow students to pursue their own interests and passions within the field. Some of the topics that students can choose from include:
• American Cinema
• American Crime Fiction
• American Music
• Civil Rights and Black Power
• Contemporary American Fiction
• Gender and Sexuality in America
• Native American Studies
• The American Revolution
• The Vietnam War
• US Foreign Policy
The year abroad is a key component of the UEA American Studies courses, as it gives students the opportunity to immerse themselves in the culture and society of their host country, as well as to enhance their academic skills and knowledge. UEA has established partnerships with over 40 universities across the USA, including prestigious institutions such as Harvard University, Yale University, Columbia University, University of California Berkeley, University of Texas Austin, University of Michigan Ann Arbor, and many more. Students can choose from a variety of locations and environments, from bustling cities to rural campuses, from coastal regions to mountainous areas. Students can also take advantage of the extracurricular activities and facilities offered by their host universities, such as sports teams, clubs, societies, libraries, museums, and theaters.
The Karen Jones Year Abroad Scholarship is a unique opportunity for American Studies students to pursue their academic goals and personal aspirations with financial support and encouragement from a distinguished alumna and leader. The scholarship will not only help students cover the costs of their year abroad education, but also inspire them to follow their passions and make a positive impact on the world.
If you are interested in applying for the Karen Jones Year Abroad Scholarship, you can find more information on the UEA website. The deadline for applications is 29 December 2023. You will need to fill out an online application form and submit a personal statement explaining why you want to study American Studies at UEA and how you would benefit from the scholarship. The scholarship will be awarded based on academic merit and financial need.
Don’t miss this chance to embark on an unforgettable journey of learning and discovery with the Karen Jones Year Abroad Scholarship. Apply now and get ready to experience America like never before!
