Dear Applicant:

Thank you for your interest in the Barbara Jordan Health Policy Scholars Program. As a member of the United States Congress and the Texas State Legislature, Barbara Jordan’s distinguished career was exemplified by her tireless advocacy on behalf of vulnerable populations. She brought this passion to her work, and inspired other to become involved in addressing challenging health policy issues. This program honors the legacy of former Congresswoman Barbara Jordan, a former member of the Board of Trustees of the Kaiser Family Foundation, by providing paid summer Congressional fellowships for outstanding students with a strong interest in racial and ethnic health disparities.

To complete the application you will need your resume, your official college transcript, the email addresses for at least two references, and a list of your extracurricular activities and academic achievements. You will also be asked to complete 2 short essays. Please take a moment before proceeding to gather the necessary documents.

All application materials, including letters of recommendation, must be received by 5 pm ET on December 4, 2009.

We look forward to receiving your completed application. Again, thank you for your interest.

Sincerely,

Cara V. James, Ph.D.
Director, Barbara Jordan Health Policy Scholars Program
The Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation
 
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The deadline to apply for the 2010 program is 5 pm ET December 4, 2009.
 
 

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Checklist

The following is a list of items that you will need in order to complete your online application:

  • Essays
  • Official college transcript
  • Email addresses for at least two references
  • Resume
  • A list of any academic honors, scholarships, special awards, or certificates, as well as major extracurricular activities

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