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U.S. Department of State Opens Application for 2025 Cohort of William D. Clarke, Sr. Diplomatic Security Fellowship

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Monday, February 12, 2024
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Washington, D.C., Feb. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The U.S. Department of State is now accepting applications for the 2025 cohort of the William D. Clarke, Sr.

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  • Washington, D.C., Feb. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The U.S. Department of State is now accepting applications for the 2025 cohort of the William D. Clarke, Sr.
  • Diplomatic Security (Clarke DS) Fellowship , a unique diversity recruitment program that provides academic funding for a two-year master’s degree program while preparing fellows to enter the Foreign Service as Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) Special Agent s .
  • Funded by the Department of State and administered by The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars (TWC), the Clarke DS Fellowship aims to attract qualified candidates to the Diplomatic Security Service who represent ethnic, racial, gender, social, and geographic diversity.
  • Applicants for the 2025 cohort must be planning to enter a full-time, two-year master’s degree program in fall 2025.

FLORIDA SOUTHERN COLLEGE PRESIDENT ANNE B. KERR RECOGNIZED AMONG FLORIDA'S MOST INFLUENTIAL EXECUTIVES IN FLORIDA TREND'S FLORIDA 500

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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LAKELAND, Fla., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Southern College proudly announces that President Dr. Anne B. Kerr has been recognized in the 2023 edition of Florida Trend's Florida 500 Florida's Most Influential Business Leaders, a prestigious list highlighting the 500 most influential executives across various economic sectors throughout the state.

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  • LAKELAND, Fla., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Southern College proudly announces that President Dr. Anne B. Kerr has been recognized in the 2023 edition of Florida Trend's Florida 500 Florida's Most Influential Business Leaders, a prestigious list highlighting the 500 most influential executives across various economic sectors throughout the state.
  • For the fourth year in a row, President Dr. Anne B. Kerr was selected to the prominent Florida 500 list.
  • This marks President Kerr's fourth inclusion, underscoring her sustained impact on higher education in Florida.
  • Dr. Kerr expressed her gratitude, saying, "It is a tremendous honor to be included alongside such exceptional leaders.

U.S. State Department Opens 2024 Application for the Foreign Affairs Information Technology Fellowship Program

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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Washington, D.C., Sept. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The U.S. Department of State and The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars (TWC) announce the launch of the 2024 application cycle for the Foreign Affairs Information Technology (FAIT) Fellowship .

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  • Washington, D.C., Sept. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The U.S. Department of State and The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars (TWC) announce the launch of the 2024 application cycle for the Foreign Affairs Information Technology (FAIT) Fellowship .
  • Upon successful completion of the fellowship program and Foreign Service entry requirements, fellows receive an appointment in the Foreign Service as an Information Management Specialist (IMS).
  • For the 2024 cohort, the FAIT Fellowship program begins in fall 2024.
  • Applications for the 2024 cohort of the FAIT Fellowship program are being accepted from September 12, 2023, through January 16, 2024.

U.S. Department of State Opens Application for 2024 Cohort of William D. Clarke, Sr. Diplomatic Security Fellowship

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023
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Washington, D.C., July 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The U.S. Department of State is now accepting applications for the 2024 cohort of the William D. Clarke, Sr.

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  • Washington, D.C., July 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The U.S. Department of State is now accepting applications for the 2024 cohort of the William D. Clarke, Sr.
  • Two summer practicums (one in Washington, D.C. with the Diplomatic Security Service , one overseas at a U. S. embassy or consulate).
  • Upon successful completion of the fellowship program and Foreign Service entry requirements, Clarke DS Fellows receive an appointment as a Foreign Service Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) Special Agent.
  • The Clarke DS Fellowship aims to attract qualified candidates to the Diplomatic Security Service who represent ethnic, racial, gender, social, and geographic diversity.

U.S. Department of State Announces 15 Selected Fellows for 2023 Foreign Affairs Information Technology Fellowship

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Wednesday, April 26, 2023
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“We’re very proud of the talented, diverse group of students selected for the 2023 cohort of this unique fellowship program,” said Kim Churches, president of The Washington Center (TWC).

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  • “We’re very proud of the talented, diverse group of students selected for the 2023 cohort of this unique fellowship program,” said Kim Churches, president of The Washington Center (TWC).
  • The FAIT Fellowship encourages applications from women, minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service, and those with financial need.
  • FAIT Fellowship program provides each fellow with:
    Two summer internships – one at the Department of State in Washington, D.C. and one at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate overseas
    After successfully completing the FAIT Fellowship program and the Foreign Service entry requirements, Fellows receive an appointment in the Foreign Service as an Information Management Specialist, and they launch exciting careers using their technology skills to support U.S. diplomacy abroad.
  • The 2024 application cycle for the FAIT Fellowship program is planned to begin in September 2023.

Tentacle and The Washington Center Advance Equity and Diversity in Cybersecurity Through Innovative Micro-Internship Program

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Tuesday, March 14, 2023
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Together with other industry and academic partners, Tentacle and The Washington Center are committed to promoting inclusion and diversity in cybersecurity and empowering the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.

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  • Together with other industry and academic partners, Tentacle and The Washington Center are committed to promoting inclusion and diversity in cybersecurity and empowering the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.
  • To focus this mission on an industry with critical recruitment needs, yet historic underrepresentation in gender, race and academic diversity, the non-profit organization created the Cybersecurity Accelerator Program .
  • “We are pleased Tentacle has partnered with us in this innovative approach to accelerate cybersecurity skills.
  • The mission of The Washington Center aligns with Tentacle’s plan, which focuses on promoting equity and inclusion within hiring practices and workplace culture.

The Washington Center Launches Cybersecurity Accelerator Program to build Access and Equity for College to Career Pathways in an Area of Critical Hiring Need

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Thursday, January 5, 2023
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Washington, D.C., Jan. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Washington Center (TWC) is proud to launch the Cybersecurity Accelerator Program , an innovative new paid and hybrid “micro-internship” designed to build access and opportunity for historically marginalized learners into the cybersecurity sector.

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  • Washington, D.C., Jan. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Washington Center (TWC) is proud to launch the Cybersecurity Accelerator Program , an innovative new paid and hybrid “micro-internship” designed to build access and opportunity for historically marginalized learners into the cybersecurity sector.
  • The increase of threats to all aspects of our digital lives means the demand for talent in cybersecurity is high.
  • The Cybersecurity Accelerator Program compresses a 360-degree career-connected experience into a 5-6 week paid “micro-internship,” including training, hands-on work, mentorship, in-person networking and even a certificate via The Cyber Guild .
  • The program provides roles in technical jobs, such as networking or coding, as well as non-technical jobs like policy, ethics and marketing.

The Washington Center Announces Funded Fellowship for Students Seeking Career Advancement in Broadcast Media

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Wednesday, October 5, 2022
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Washington, D.C., Oct. 05, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Students with an interest in the fields of media, broadcasting or communications are encouraged to apply to a new, funded fellowship program with The United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM) .

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  • Washington, D.C., Oct. 05, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Students with an interest in the fields of media, broadcasting or communications are encouraged to apply to a new, funded fellowship program with The United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM) .
  • Participants in the USAGM Fellowship have access to flexible ways of working, either in-person in Washington, D.C., remote or hybrid, and will receive financial sponsorship to cover expenses of housing and transportation.
  • TWC will also offer Fellows a variety of professional development programs to enhance knowledge, networks and marketability.
  • The USAGM Fellowship is a unique opportunity for learners to directly apply their academic pursuits into the largest global media agency across the Federal government, said Shannan Spisak, Executive Director of Federal Initiatives at The Washington Center.

U.S. State Department Launches the William D. Clarke, Sr. Diplomatic Security Fellowship

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Monday, October 3, 2022
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This two-year graduate fellowship, one of several high-profile State Department diversity recruitment programs, is designed for individuals who want to pursue a masters degree and a career as a Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) Special Agent in the Foreign Service.

Key Points: 
  • This two-year graduate fellowship, one of several high-profile State Department diversity recruitment programs, is designed for individuals who want to pursue a masters degree and a career as a Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) Special Agent in the Foreign Service.
  • The Clarke DS Fellowship aims to attract qualified candidates to the Diplomatic Security Service who represent ethnic, racial, gender, social, and geographic diversity.
  • Upon successful completion of the fellowship program and Foreign Service entry requirements, Clarke DS Fellows receive an appointment as a Foreign Service Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) Special Agent.
  • Were honored to partner with the U.S. Department of State on this new graduate fellowship program, said Kim Churches, TWC president.

U.S. State Department Opens 2023 Application for the Foreign Affairs Information Technology Fellowship Program

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Tuesday, September 13, 2022
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Washington, D.C., Sept. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The U.S. Department of State and The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars (TWC) announce the launch of the 2023 application cycle for the Foreign Affairs Information Technology (FAIT) Fellowship .

Key Points: 
  • Washington, D.C., Sept. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The U.S. Department of State and The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars (TWC) announce the launch of the 2023 application cycle for the Foreign Affairs Information Technology (FAIT) Fellowship .
  • As one of several high-profile U.S. Department of State diversity recruitment programs, the FAIT Fellowship seeks to attract top technology talent to the Foreign Service that reflects the diversity of the United States.
  • Fellows selected for the 2023 cohort will begin their two-year fellowship in fall 2023 and complete the fellowship in summer 2025.
  • Applications for the 2023 cohort of the FAIT Fellowship program are being accepted from September 12, 2022, through February 3, 2023.