2017 John Gardner Fellowship Application

2017 John Gardner Fellowship Application

Deadline: Tuesday, February 28, 2017
Technical Difficulties with Jotform: We have been experiencing technical difficulties with jotform today. Please submit the information on the application form and your materials (transcript, resume, and essays) as an attachment to csr@berkeley.edu. It can be two separate attachments. My apologies for our application system crashing. Please contact me with any questions.

Eligibility Criteria:
- Seniors graduating from the University of California, Berkeley, in the current academic year (December or May) are eligible to apply.
- The Fellowship welcomes applications from any major field of study and from a wide variety of public service experiences. Applicants only need to share a common commitment to public service.
- Be a US citizen or qualify for the Health Insurance Marketplace. Click here for information on Health Insurance Marketplace eligibity.
Selection Criteria:

Applicants are judged according to the following criteria:
- Demonstrated commitment to public service
- Record of academic accomplishment
- Maturity, personal integrity, and sense of responsibility
- Creativity, energy, and initiative
- Leadership potential: the ability to inspire others to action
Selection Process:
- Step 1: Complete and submit the application (Parts A, B, C and D), which will be reviewed by the Selection Committee. Please be prepared to attach your Essays, Resume, and Transcript(s) as one PDF document. To view Essay, Resume, and Transcript(s) requirements before continuing, clik here.
- Step 2: Top candidates will be contacted and invited to a personal interview.
- Step 3: Fellows will be selected by the end of March. Each candidate will be notified directly of the Selection Committee’s decision.
Questions:
- Contact John Gardner Program Director Terri Bimes at csr@berkeley.edu.
- Click here to receive emails about the Gardner Fellowship and other IGS Fellowships.

Part A

Section 1: Biographical Information
To be eligible for the Gardner Fellowship, you must either be a US citizen, or qulify for the Health Insurance Marketplace. Click here for information on Health Insurance Marketplace eligibity.
Are you a US Citizen?
Name

First NameLast Name
Berkeley E-mail
Alternate E-mail
SID
Comprehensive GPA
Major GPA
Graduation Month and Year
Preferred Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
Local Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Permanent Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Section 2: Emergency Contact Information
Name

First NameLast Name
Relation to you
Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
E-mail
Section 3: Academic Information
Year
Are you a transfer student?
Major
Minor
How did you hear about the Gardner Fellowship? Check all that apply.
Part B: Recommender Information
Please submit 2 letters of recommendation. One of these letters must be from a faculty member or lecturer. Have each recommender submit this form.
Recommender 1 Info
Name

First NameLast Name
Job title (including department if faculty)
E-mail
Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
Recommender 2 Info
Name

First NameLast Name
Job title (including department if faculty)
E-mail
Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
Confidentiality Waiver: I expressly waive my rights to access letters of recommendation that I submit for the Gardner Fellowship under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, and any other law, regulation, or policy.
Part C: Essays, Resume & Transcript(s)

Upload ONE PDF document containing your three essays, your resume and your transcript(s).
1. Essays

In 500 words or less per prompt, answer each of the following three questions to explain why the Gardner Fellowship Program should invest in you as a future public service leader. The selection committee pays particular attention to these personal statements. Please answer all three questions.

Essay 1

What issue do you care most deeply about and what are examples of your ideal nonprofit or government fellowship placement? What would you like to learn from a mentor who is an outstanding leader in your field of choice?

Essay 2

How does a Gardner Fellowship build on your Berkeley experience and inform your future career?

Essay 3

John Gardner spoke of public service leaders as individuals who are optimistic, curious, open, and positive. How would you describe your leadership qualities to a potential placement or mentor?

2. Resume

Please attach a resume with the following categories. Your resume may be longer than 1 page. :

1. Education (include all post-secondary education, relevant coursework, and research experience)

2. Work Experience (begin with the most recent or current job and include dates of employment, the employer and/or business and/or supervisor's name, location, your title, and a description of your responsibilities)

3. Activities and Leadership (include co-curricular activities, internships and self-initiated projects, e.g., with nonprofits, community groups, government, or electoral campaigns).

4. Awards and Honors (include titles, descriptions and dates)

5. Skills (include computer, language or other specialized proficiency)

3. Transcript(s)

Please attach the most recent copy of your transcript(s). Unofficial transcripts (such as a Bearfacts copy for Berkeley students) are acceptable, however please make sure your name appears on the document.

Transfer students: Include a copy of your transcripts from previous schools.
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Part D: Additional Comments (optional)

Please add some additional brief comments if you feel like there is anything on your application that needs explaining.
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2017 John Gardner Fellowship Application

Part A

Part B: Recommender Information

Recommender 1 Info

Recommender 2 Info

Part C: Essays, Resume & Transcript(s)

Part D: Additional Comments (optional)