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Lingnan Foundation WT Chan Fellowships Program

2019 RECRUITMENT TALK RONA HENRY, DIRECTOR OF GRANTS, PROGRAMS & OPERATIONS

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Lingnan Foundation

Contribute to the advancement of higher education in the historic Lingnan region of South China, including Hong Kong and Macau. Encourage ❖ Academic excellence, intellectual openness and service to society ❖ Cooperation and scholarly exchange of information and ideas between Chinese and Americans.

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About the Fellowship

▪Established in 2001 and continues on an annual basis ▪The W.T. Chan Fellowships commemorate Professor W.T. Chan, former Dean of Lingnan University and distinguished Professor of Chinese Philosophy and Religion. ▪The Fellowships extend the Foundation's commitment to higher education, increased international understanding, and personal growth. ▪"Education for Service" Linkages between academia and communities ▪Leadership, professional and personal development program through international exchange

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Purpose of the Fellowship

At their core, the Chan Fellowships seeks to nurture a life-long commitment to service.

❖Around this core, there are many secondary challenges and benefits for the Fellows. ❖Through service, the Fellows explore challenges ranging from intercultural communication and non-profit professionalism to personal growth and leadership development.

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About the Fellowship (Cont.)

▪Service Learning

▪ Each Fellow is placed in an intern site based on the Fellow’s interest ▪ Each intern site addresses a social concern

▪International understanding

▪ Live with American families ▪ Work in non-profit organizations, interact with American colleagues ▪ Community service & outreach, interaction with local community members ▪ “Buddy” System

▪Higher Education

▪ Weekly seminars / classes ▪ Mentors

▪Personal growth

▪ English language enhancement ▪ Professional development ▪ Problem solving skills ▪ Team building skills

The Lingnan Spirit – Lessons in Global Learning

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Eligibility

▪Lingnan University, Hong Kong:

• All second year or third year undergraduate and

postgraduate students from all majors are eligible to apply.

• Final year undergraduate and postgraduate

students should provide proof of acceptance to graduate program for next academic year on or before May of the year.

▪Sun Yat-sen University:

• All postgraduate students (excluding

international students and students from Hong Kong or Macau) from all majors are eligible to apply.

• Interested students must receive formal

approval from their faculty advisor and department

All applicants must be currently enrolled as a full-time student at Lingnan University or Sun Yat- sen University during 2018 - 2019.

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Host Sites

▪UCLA Dashew Center for International Students and Scholars ▪UC Berkeley Public Service Center

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Internship

Sample Sites ▪East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation ▪Mar Vista Family Center ▪826LA ▪Literacy Lab ▪Bay Area Community Resources ▪Youth Spirit Artworks ▪Sustainable Works ▪ Museum of Tolerance

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Final/Research Project

• Conduct a research project related to your major discipline
• Select a research project that addresses a critical problem of practice
• Sharpen research skills by using University of California library and research resources

system

• Conduct interviews with topic related UC and other faculty scholars and practitioners
• Discuss and review project with UCLA/UCB coordinators, faculty advisor, or site

supervisor when appropriate

• Complete a written research project report for the UC Campus Manager (and your

faculty advisor when appropriate)

• Present your research project at UCLA or UC Berkeley (and to LUHK department when

appropriate)

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Host Families

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Fellows live with American families/hosts.

• Fellows have their own room.
• The host will provide breakfast and dinner.

Is Chan Fellowship right for you?

YOU SHOULD APPLY IF YOU:

▪Are interested in service learning / community service ▪Have a sense of social responsibility ▪Are open-minded ▪Are independent ▪Work well under pressure ▪Work well in a team ▪Take instructions well ▪Take personal initiative ▪Able to communicate in English

YOU SHOULDN’T APPLY IF YOU: ▪Are looking for a study-aboard program to help you academically ▪Are only looking to build your resume

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Next Step: Application

Online application: https://lingnan.recruiterbox.com/jobs/fk01twu?source= Step by Step Instructions: http://lingnanfoundation.org/how-to-apply/ Connection Tips:

• Try to connect to the above links early in the process to ensure that you can connect.
• If you have trouble connecting to the above links, try to connect via a VPN if you have access to one.
• You can download the required forms (Application form and Recommendation Form) from the Lingnan Foundation or University

websites, complete them, and then upload them with your transcript, photo and, if applicable, the SYSU approval form.

• If you do not have access to a VPN then see contacts who can help - listed later in this presentation.
• Must apply and upload all documents in one session.

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Application Guidelines

http://lingnanfoundation.org/how-to-apply/

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Application Form

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Application Form

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Application Form

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Application Form & Essay Questions

• You must download the Application Form and Essay Questions from the University or Lingnan University

Websites

• Complete the form off-line
• Sign it, Scan it, Upload it

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Application Form Guidelines Education

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Application Form Guidelines Work Experience

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Application Form Guidelines

Extracurricular, Volunteer and Service Experience

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Application Form Guidelines

Honors/Awards

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Application Form Guidelines

Travel Experience

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Application Form Guidelines Essays

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Application Form Guidelines Essays - Tips

DON’T:

❖Forget the goals of the program and Lingnan Foundation ❖List your awards/experience, etc. that are already listed in the application (don’t repeat information!) ❖Write the essay on the night before the deadline ❖Write one sentence only saying that you want to be in the program so you can go to US and watch an NBA basketball match/do cultural exchange, etc. ❖No smiley faces or heart ☺ ♥, etc. Be professional. ❖Copy others’ work or use long quotes from books/other sources ❖Leave the essay section blank and waste the opportunity to show the selection committee that you are an individual and real person.

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Application Form Guidelines Essays - Tips

DO:

❖Research the program thoroughly before beginning your essays

❖Surf the program websites ❖Talk to former Chan Fellows ❖Read reports/essays and blogs by former Chan Fellows ❖Learn about the possible organizations in the US ❖Read up on the non-profit sector in the US and China

❖Think about and write down your goals for the half-year Fellowship ❖Write a list of why you want to be a Chan Fellow ❖Be sincere and honest ❖Write about your real passions and interests: let us learn more about you ❖Clear communication and simple writing is essential ❖Ask a friend to review and comment on your first draft. ❖Use the spell-check function!

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Application Form Guidelines Recommendation Letter

Ask a professor, employer or professional contact who knows you well to write a recommendation letter for you, at least 3 weeks before the deadline. If your recommender does not know why you want to apply for the WT Chan Fellowship Program, spend some time to explain your goals and future plans. Your recommender will be able to write a better letter to support you if they understand you and your goals. Ask your recommender to write their recommendation on the Recommendation Form and give it to you so you can upload it with your

• ther application materials.

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Recommendation Form

• You must download the Recommendation Form from the Lingnan Foundation Website
• Send the form to your Recommender and ask them to complete AND sign the form
• List your recommender’s name and email in the Application form.
• Collect the completed form, Scan it, Upload it

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Application Form Guidelines Transcript, Photo & Other

University transcript 1. English copy of transcript (成绩单) preferred – PDF format 2. If sending Chinese transcript, please include a translation in English (unofficial OK) Headshot Photo – e.g. Passport Photo 1. At least 3 x 5cm – jpeg format 2. Color Other No award certificates, publications, photographs or other documents required for the application. You may be asked to show these if invited for the final-round interview.

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Other Uploads:Transcripts/Photo

Approval Form(SYSU Only)

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Application Form – Where you heard about the program

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Online Resources/Guides

LEARN ABOUT GLOBAL ISSUES AND CIVIL SOCIETY: www.un.org/chinese/millenniumgoals/ (Chinese) www.un.org/zh/civilsociety/ (Chinese) www.ngocongo.org/index.php www.lse.ac.uk/collections/CCS/what_is_civil_society.htm www.idealist.org www2.etown.edu/vl/ngos.html https://www.mckinsey.com.cn/insights/ (Chinese)

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Frequently Asked Questions?

• 1. Does the program carry academic credit?
• 2. Is it necessary to defer the study if I am selected for the program?
• 3. Do I have to pay more if I defer?
• 4. Can I join the program if I am a final year student?

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Application Questions?

Angie Lau (LUHK Staff) - angielau@LN.edu.hk Tel: 2616 7023 https://www.ln.edu.hk/ssc/community-services/awards Lingnan Chan Fellow Alumni at LUHK: Jealdrin Madrid - Tel: (852) 5541 3442 Zoe Kwan- Tel: (852) 9143 6863 Donald Tsui – Tel: (852) 9084 3317 Rona Henry (Director of Grants, Programs & Operations, Lingnan Foundation) rhenry@lingnanfoundation.org http://lingnanfoundation.org/how-to-apply/

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Timeline

▪Application Deadline: December 4, 2018 – by 11pm China Standard Time

▪Notified about interviews by Dec 31, 2018

▪Interviews: January 12-13, 2019

▪Selection Announcement: End of January/Early February ▪Fellows’ Commitment: early February

▪Orientation Camp (O’Camp): June 21-23, 2019

▪Depart for USA: August 2019

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Chan Fellows Alumni Association

In July 2012, former fellows of the W.T. CHAN Fellowships Program determined to establish WT CHAN Alumni Association. Fourteen former fellows formed an Executive Committee to help the daily operation

• f the Association.

Mission and objective

• 1. To promote and support the Chan Fellowship Program of the Lingnan Foundation.
• 2. To further the goals and objectives of the Chan Fellowship Program by supporting the fellows and

alumni in organizing different events; social and academic gatherings.

• 3. To accept, hold, invest, reinvest and administer any donations, and other benefits of any sort, without

limitation as to the amount or value, and to use, disburse or donate the income or principal thereof for promotion and support of the Chan Fellowship Program and furthering the Fellowship goals and

• bjectives.

Registration The Association was successfully registered as a society at Hong Kong Police Licensing Office in Feb 2013.

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Questions?

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