Alumni Opportunities
HOBY Futures Kits: Opportunities for Recent Alumni
Download Futures Kit for alumni of the 2010 HOBY Leadership Seminars (PDF)
Listed below are numerous opportunities exclusively available to HOBY alumni in the areas of leadership and educational programs, scholarships and grants.
Leadership and Educational Opportunities
Arizona State University
TEAM HOBY is proud to have Arizona State University as a member and an “Official Sponsor of Youth Leaders.” With more than 250 academic programs, ASU offers a wide variety of courses to help students make their mark as compassionate and effective leaders. Visit their website at www.asu.edu to learn more about how ASU can help you take your leadership skills to new heights.
America's Promise
Youth Partnership Team America's Promise is accepting applications for the Youth Partnership Team, the organization's top level youth leadership body composed of 15 leaders between the ages of 14 and 22. The Team will work at the national level to help develop and implement youth engagement initiatives, act as a sounding board to staff, and represent the organization as spokespeople and trainers. Download fact sheet and application. If you would like more information please contact Katie Peters at KatieP@americaspromise.org.
Congressional Award
The Congressional Award is a public-private partnership created by Congress to provide a unique opportunity for young people ages 14-23 to set and achieve personally challenging goals that build character and foster community service, personal development, and citizenship. Established in 1979 under Public Law 96-114, the Congressional Award Foundation does not receive any federal funding. All funds necessary to run the program come from the private sector. The Congressional Award is non-competitive and open to all young Americans regardless of mental or physical challenges, or socioeconomic status. It is the first and only award for youth legislated by the U. S. Congress. Through this award, the U.S. Congress looks to honor and encourage volunteer public service and recognize the unsung and important accomplishments of young Americans throughout the United States. Additional information can be found at www.congressionalaward.org or by contacting the National Office at 202-226-0130.
The Foundation for Teaching Economics
Week-long “Economics for Leaders” residential programs provide students who have just completed their junior year in high school with an exceptional opportunity to learn economics and leadership while engaging in games and simulations. Get a jump on your classmates in understanding economic principles and visit some of the most prestigious colleges in the country. These programs are fun!
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The HOBY World Leadership Congress
HOBY’s annual World Leadership Congress (WLC) takes place each summer. Four hundred students from at least twenty countries are expected to attend HOBY’s special international program comprised of speakers’ panels, interactive workshops, and field trips. The WLC is an intermediate level HOBY leadership program, and US high school sophomores are only eligible to attend once they have completed a HOBY state leadership seminar. Since few countries outside of the U.S. have state leadership seminars, eligible international students must be between the ages of 15 and 17.
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Intrax Study Abroad
Most students leave their respective HOBY program with new friends, lots of ideas and a strong desire to make a difference in the world. Through Intrax’s multiple study abroad opportunities (many of which have scholarships or special HOBY discounts) HOBY alumni are able to further pursue their ambitions on a global level during their junior and senior year as a student Ambassador of the U.S. This is a golden opportunity to make more new friends, learn a new language, build self-confidence and develop cross-cultural insight. For more information, call 800-579-1709.
Junior Optimist Octagon International
Octagon Clubs are for youth ages 14 to 18. These Clubs hone their leadership skills and teach them to identify needs in their local community, and plan projects and fundraisers to address those needs. For more information, e-mail: youthclubs@optimist.org.
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Ohio Northern University
Founded in 1871, Ohio Northern University offers a dynamic learning environment with its five colleges - Arts & Sciences, Business Administration, Engineering, Pharmacy and Law. The University seeks to educate and graduate students accomplished in scholastic achievement, prepared for life and a meaningful career, and inspired with a desire to contribute to the good of humankind. With more than 3,700 students, ONU is small enough to provide a personalized atmosphere but large enough to attract students with many different educational goals. Within this vibrant campus community, students can make a difference through academic endeavors, leadership roles, service opportunities, and other activities.
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People to People Leadership Summit
Join other HOBY Leadership Seminar graduates to take the next step in your development as a future leader - attend a People to People Leadership Summit!
People to People is offering you, as HOBY alumni, a unique chance to reconnect and work together to further your leadership goals. Apply for the Learning to Lead summit at George Washington University, July 11-17, 2010, to:
- Spend 7-10 days on one of the world's most prestigious campuses
- Serve a greater purpose and earn 10-60 service-learning hours
- Earn academic credit and heighten your college admission advantage
- Meet renowned speakers and go behind the scenes at iconic Washington, D.C. sites
- Make friends with young leaders from around the world
- Develop your own action plan for community service to extend your HOBY experience
Learn more about this exciting HOBY reunion opportunity and apply today!
Presidential Classroom
Join your fellow HOBY Ambassadors at Presidential Classroom (PC)! PC offers one week academic and leadership development experiences in Washington, D.C. Only the nation’s top students are invited to experience unprecedented access to the federal government and leaders who shape public policy. Students from the US and abroad interact with Washington insiders, observe Congress in action, visit renowned sites, and debate key issues with peers. Special consideration is given to HOBY students for tuition scholarships and financial aid. For more information, call 800-441-6533.
State Farm Youth Advisory Board
The State Farm Youth Advisory Board is a group of 30 diverse youth who administer a unique grant program that empowers youth to take an active role in their education through service-learning. By administering service-learning grants ranging from $25,000 - $100,000, the board empowers youth to create sustainable change in local communities across the US and Canada. Applications to join this board are now being accepted.
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Scholarship Opportunities
Johnson & Wales University
Johnson & Wales University offers $7,500 per year scholarships for HOBY Alumni, for up to four years. Every student at Johnson & Wales will take a concentration in Leadership Studies and will have an opportunity to participate in programs offered by the Community Leadership Institute.
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Los Angeles World Affairs Council
The Los Angeles World Affairs Council awards a $2,500 scholarship to a graduating high school student from a public, Los Angeles County high school who is embarking on a higher-learning degree with an international emphasis. The scholarship is renewable for up to five years.
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Marietta College - Ohio
All students accepted to Marietta College who are also HOBY Ambassadors will be invited to compete in the Marietta College Pioneer Scholarship competition. All HOBY Ambassadors will receive a baseline Dean's Scholarship valued at $8,000 and will have the opportunity to increase the value of the scholarship up to full tuition per year to attend Marietta College.
Oxfam America CHANGE Initiative
Each year, Oxfam's CHANGE Initiative uses leadership and advocacy training to teach a select group of US college students about the global fight against poverty, hunger, and injustice. Students then transform this knowledge into action on campus and in their communities.
CHANGE Leaders' commitment to making a difference often goes far beyond the one-year program. They've attended meetings of the WTO and the G8 leaders, spoken at the UN Youth Assembly, and founded two independent national student organizations-to name just a few accomplishments.
The 2010 application period has ended. Please visit http://www.oxfamamerica.org/change to receive notification when the 2011 application process begins.
Rocky Mountain College - Montana
Rocky Mountain College is pleased to guarantee a minimum of $6,000-$7,500 in academic scholarship money per year to a HOBY Ambassador that chooses to attend RMC. These scholarships are renewable for each year the student attends Rocky, and are based on the HOBY students' commitment to academics, leadership and community service.
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Wittenberg University - Ohio
Wittenberg is unique in awarding the Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Scholarship to HOBY Ambassadors who demonstrate outstanding achievements in high school, excellent personal references, and involvement in co-curricular activities. Students identified as candidates for these scholarships are invited to campus for a scholarship interview. Scholarships are in the amount of $3,000 and are renewable for three years. Scholarships are only to attend Wittenberg University.
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Youth for Understanding - USA
Do you want to make a difference in today's multicultural, interconnected world? HOBY has already identified you as a promising young leader, and Youth for Understanding (YFU) would like to offer you the opportunity to continue developing your skills and talents on a YFU international exchange. Youth for Understanding USA (YFU USA) is pleased to announce one YFU-HOBY scholarship in the amount of $3,000 toward a YFU summer, semester or year program leaving in the summer. To learn more about this and other YFU scholarship opportunities and to obtain an application, please speak with an Admissions Counselor at 1-800-TEENAGE or check out the list of over 35 countries and 100 programs at www.yfu-usa.org.
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Grant Opportunities
Get Well Soon Grants
DoSomething.org has teamed up with the Dunkin' Donuts & Baskin-Robbins Community Foundation to award project grants to individuals who are taking action to help children in hospitals. From creating a safe space while elementary and middle school aged kids stay in hospitals, to creating care packages for hospital bound or recovering kids, there are many ways to get involved with or start your own projects. Whether you have an established organization that helps youth in hospitals, or if you have a new idea to help kids in hospitals, apply for a Get Well Soon Grant to help your project grow!
Fifteen projects will receive $500 grants, and 5 grand prize winners will receive $1,000 grants for their projects or organizations. All of the winners will be featured on DoSomething.org and celebrated through various marketing platforms. Deadline is August 17th.
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Do you have a leadership, educational, scholarship or grant opportunity for HOBY Alumni? Email us at alumni@hoby.org.