Prof. Jay Nathan, PhD, Endowed Cultural Immersion Scholarship Program
Program:
A 3-week cultural immersion program, during the month of July of 2018, to enable students of Indian origin
to experience American culture, excursions to historical places and learning English with qualified ESL
instructors. Students will receive instruction in topics such as reading and vocabulary, writing, and
conversation. Students will also experience American history and culture through a variety of day and
weekend activities in Pennsylvania. This intensive, but enjoyable learning-by-doing experience that include
music, theatre, field trips to nature walks.
Date & Duration
July 9-27, 2018 (3 weeks)
Scholarship
Includes cost of the program, at Keystone College, room and board at campus, activities and travel by bus
from New York to Keystone College in La Plume, Pennsylvania. Facilities include double rooms, lounges,
laundry facilities, breakfast/lunch/dinner at campus student restaurant facilities.
“We are sure the students will enjoy their experience on our beautiful campus and learn a great deal about
life in the United States.” ~ Keystone College President Dr. David Coppola.
Location:
Keystone College, La Plume Campus, 1 College Road, La Plume, Pennsylvania 18440. Keystone
College is a private comprehensive college located in La Plume, Northeastern Pennsylvania. The school was
founded in 1868. Enrolling approximately 1,400 students, Keystone offers more than 40 undergraduate and
graduate degree options in liberal arts and science-based programs in business, communications, education, fine arts, science, environmental resource management, geology, and social sciences. The school is well-regarded for the personalized attention given to students and its small class sizes. Keystone College is located about 15 miles (18 km) from Scranton, PA, 110 miles (175 km) from New York City and 115 miles(185 km) from Philadelphia.
Qualifications
Undergraduate entering freshman/woman 17-18 years of age, good academic standing and references.
Person of Indian origin; Citizen of USA or Green Card Holder. Number accepted: Up to 10.
Application
Due date: January 31, 2018 (1/31/18)
Use application format below and send via to Prof. Jay Nathan, Ph.D. at: [email protected]
Notification
Accepted applicants will be notified by February 15, 2018 (2/15/18)
Promoted by Indian Diaspora Council International (IDC) www.IndianDiasporaCouncil.org
Indian Diaspora Council International (IDC), established in 1997, is an international non-profit organization
with global affiliates and membership in 21 countries with the objective to embrace, engage, and enhance the
shared heritage, aspirations, and interests of persons of Indian origin with optimum inclusivity.