How much funding does Internet2 Inclusivity (I2I) Scholarship provide?

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When is the deadline for Internet2 Inclusivity (I2I) Scholarship?

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Internet2 Inclusivity (I2I) Scholarship

University Corporation for Advanced

Foundation Annual Professional Development Grants

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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Internet2 Inclusivity (I2I) Scholarship

Overview: The I2I Scholarship is a professional development program designed to support emerging talent and rising stars in research and education (R&E) institutions by providing them with access to Internet2 community events and networking opportunities.

Focus Areas:

Professional development for early-career staff in research and education

Leadership development and career advancement

Networking and peer connections

Geographic Scope: United States research and education institutions

Eligibility:

Staff members nominated by institutional leaders (CIOs, senior administrators)

Employees showing potential for career growth and advancement

Staff from Internet2 member institutions

Program Benefits:

Cohort model: Recipients are placed in a peer cohort providing immediate connections with others

Curated experience: Internet2 team facilitates connections and ensures recipients meet key people

Conference access: Attendance at Internet2 Community Exchange with structured programming

Mentor network: Access to established leaders in the R&E community

Networking opportunities: Facilitated introductions and small group interactions with influential community leaders

Impact: Scholarship recipients have reported:

Career advancement opportunities (promotion to new roles and greater organizational engagement)

Expanded professional networks across the R&E community

Exposure to diverse career paths and specializations

Increased confidence and leadership capability

Broader perspectives that enhance contributions to their home institutions

Contact: For nominations and applications, contact Internet2 directly through their website

How to Apply

Application Process

How to Apply:
1. Institutional leaders (such as CIOs, deputy CIOs, or senior administrators) nominate qualified staff members
2. Nominees submit applications
3. Deadline: Application deadline varies by year (historically March 1 for events held in May, with approximately 6-8 weeks notice)

Application Materials:

Nomination materials from institutional leader

Employee application (specific requirements not detailed in provided content)

Brief supporting statements from nominating supervisor

Selection Process:

Applications reviewed by Internet2 team

Recipients selected based on potential for growth and fit with program cohort model

Successful applicants invited to participate in upcoming Internet2 Community Exchange

Note: Application is straightforward according to community leader testimonials. The program accepts applications on a rolling or periodic basis aligned with Internet2 Community Exchange events.

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