Student Grants

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The Winston Center awards a limited number of ad hoc grants to听undergraduate students听for work related to the Center鈥檚 mission.

DEIB Grants

#BelongInCSOM

The Carroll School of Management is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. CSOM undergraduate students are invited to submit project proposals that promote inclusion and belonging in the Carroll School. Budgets up to $1,500 for initiatives ranging from six months to one year will be considered.

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Proposals must be submitted by听Monday, November 4, to winston.center@bc.edu. Applicants will be notified by听Friday, November 15, 2024.

Travel Grants

Supplemental awards are available for travel to attend leadership or ethics conferences, perform research work, and complete other relevant endeavors. Service trips sponsored by Campus Ministry and Study Abroad Programs are not eligible.
Seniors are eligible for activities completed by May 1.听听

Travel grant applications are accepted on a rolling basis until allocated funds are exhausted.

For International Travel: The听听outlines md传媒国产剧 College鈥檚 guidelines and requirements for international travel, which is designed to ensure members of the md传媒国产剧 College Community have the resources and support for safe and successful international travel, including guidelines on travel to high-risk destinations, as well as insurance requirements. As part of this policy, md传媒国产剧 College has launched a new travel registry overseen by the听. Additional details on the International Travel Registry can be found on the听.

Travel Grant Recipient Testimonials

Islamic Convention of North America (Baltimore, Maryland, USA)

I attended the Islamic Convention of North America (ICNA) in Baltimore, Maryland, which provided a unique opportunity to explore leadership rooted in faith and ethics. The theme, 鈥淟eading with Wisdom and Compassion in Changing Times,鈥 brought together prominent speakers and experts to discuss ethical leadership in areas like business, community service, and public life. Engaging in panels on youth activism and integrity allowed me to reflect on how Islamic principles influence leadership styles. I also had the chance to network with individuals from diverse backgrounds, fostering inclusive leadership skills. This experience will help me contribute to interfaith and cross-cultural understanding back on campus. The convention鈥檚 sessions, such as "Ethical Leadership in Business and Community Service,鈥 aligned with my desire to explore how faith-based frameworks inform leadership across sectors. The insights I gained will enhance my ability to navigate complex leadership challenges while upholding strong ethical principles, benefiting both my personal growth and my contributions to campus clubs that I am part of like Black Muslim Path.
Mamadou Bah '26

Principles of Public Health: Gateway to Europe (Lisbon, Portugal)

I took a "Principles of Public Health: Gateway to Europe" course in Lisbon, Portugal. I had the chance to learn about the foundation principles and concepts surrounding public health and its importance to our lives. I analyzed an in-depth comparison of the healthcare system and public health priorities between the United States and European countries, including Portugal. I sat on guest lectures from Portuguese public health officials to learn about the history of healthcare and its initiatives in Portugal. I had meaningful discussions on how public health actions could be improved in Europe and the United States physically, mentally, socially, and environmentally. I visited historical landmarks important to Portugal鈥檚 history. This immersive experience helped me gain a well-rounded perspective on different lifestyles in Europe and has helped me think critically about how to advocate and demonstrate public health on a global scale when discussing disease prevention, resource access, and epidemiology.
Curtis Idemudia 鈥26

The AIR Show (San Diego, California, USA)

Attending the ASU+GSV AIR Show in San Diego was an enlightening experience that deepened my understanding of AI鈥檚 role in education. I heard from leading educators and innovators, giving me insights on using AI tools to promote equity and humanize this technology in learning environments. I was particularly inspired by engaging with EdTech companies showcasing cutting-edge developments like AI tutors and virtual interview avatars. My highlights were hearing Bill Nye speak about the importance of critical thinking in today鈥檚 world and meeting the founder of GPTZero, whose achievements deeply inspired me, given he just graduated college. This experience has broadened my understanding of AI鈥檚 potential applications in education and invigorated my commitment to pursuing a career in this dynamic field. Additionally, it has expanded my vision for what my startup, MLV, can achieve in this evolving landscape.
Timothy Liu 鈥26

Health and Healthcare Program (London, England)

I had the opportunity to participate in a program to analyze the "Economic Comparison of Health and Health Care in the UK, the US, and France." This course introduced and explored the three healthcare systems of the United States, the United Kingdom, and France to seek to understand the disconnect between healthcare outcomes and spending. I explored various healthcare services such as the National Health Services (NHS) in London, the Affordable Care Act, Medicare and Medicaid in the U.S., and France鈥檚 universal healthcare system, Social Security, and various other components in each country's healthcare systems. The program allowed me to immerse myself in British culture through weekly trips to learn about England's history. Cost is a substantial barrier that impacts many individuals' access to healthcare. As a future nurse, this course equipped me with the necessary skills to enter nursing with a holistic and diverse knowledge of which cost can impact patient outcomes.
Schenene Thomas 鈥25

Global Health Trip (Melbourne, Australia)

I participated in the Global Health Trip to Melbourne, Australia. This experience allowed me to immerse myself in the Australian healthcare system, which was invaluable. We learned about the structure of the healthcare system, which includes public and private hospitals, as well as how insurance operates and the implementation of universal healthcare coverage. We were placed in a public hospital (St. Vincent鈥檚) for three days and in a private hospital (Epworth) for two days. We paired up with a nurse, observed their practice of care, and asked endless questions of one another. As a senior in CSON, I have been through multiple clinical placements in the md传媒国产剧 area and picked up on the many differences between our hospital setup and practice of care and Australia鈥檚. Besides the clinical aspect, I was also able to sit in on a few nursing classes at Australian Catholic University: 鈥淚ntegrating Practice,鈥 鈥淚ndigenous Health and Culture,鈥 鈥淧rinciples of Nursing Mental Health,鈥 and 鈥淧rinciples of Nursing: Extended Clinical Reasoning.鈥 This gave me the chance to interact with students and to hear about their experiences with their nursing program, which I came to find was also quite a bit different than how ours is run at BC. The clinical experience and the classroom experience gave me a great deal of insight to compare with our systems in the US. Moving forward, I am incredibly grateful to have this global lens and context to refer back to and learn from.
Tiffany Vu 鈥24

Summer Stipends

Stipends are available during the summer for uncompensated part-time or full-time internships in local, state, or federal government, public interest groups, non-governmental organizations, advocacy work, direct service, research, and education.听Graduating seniors are not eligible.

The next application process will begin in Spring 2025.

For questions regarding the grant application process, please contact听Monetta Edwards.

Summer Stipend Recipient Testimonials

Innovation Scout at Equal Innovation (Los Angeles, CA)

I worked this summer as an Innovation Scout at Equal Innovation, where I focused on researching and evaluating social impact startups in technology-driven sectors. My role involved interviewing founders of startups working to address pressing social challenges鈥攆or example, a ride-pooling app for women, an AI medical diagnosis tool, and an EV fleet optimization dashboard. I evaluated the viability and social impact of over 20 startups participating in the Hult Prize Competition, guiding the eventual allocation of $1M in seed funding. This experience equipped me with new skills and knowledge for my career. Working alongside MBA-level colleagues, I learned about the balance between commercial viability and social impact, interpersonal best practices for external evaluation and advisory, and what factors make for an effective startup. The experience cemented my interest in social impact consulting.
Jared Aimone 鈥26

Mayor鈥檚 Office of Immigrant Affairs (New York, NY)

As an Interpreter and Counselor at the Mayor鈥檚 Office of Immigrant Affairs in New York, I played a crucial role in assisting African migrants with their integration into the community. I provided interpretation and counseling services, ensuring clear communication and support throughout their adjustment process. My responsibilities also included managing confidential records for thousands of clients and demonstrating meticulous attention to detail. Additionally, I actively participated in community outreach programs and contributed to organizing and coordinating events, fostering a supportive environment for new arrivals. This experience profoundly inspired me to create The Tribe Project, a documentary that sheds light on the untold stories of African migrants in NYC. Witnessing their struggles and resilience firsthand, I realized the importance of amplifying their voices and sharing their narratives. The documentary highlights their journeys, challenges, and contributions, fostering greater understanding and empathy within the broader community.
Mamadou Bah 鈥26

Volunteer Lawyers Project (md传媒国产剧, MA)

I interned for the Volunteer Lawyers Project of the md传媒国产剧 Bar Association this summer. Working alongside my unit鈥檚 paralegal under the supervision of our attorney, I had the invaluable opportunity to help low-income residents of the greater md传媒国产剧 area who would otherwise not be able to afford legal assistance. My responsibilities included completing training in numerous areas of law, interviewing potential clients, drafting intakes, researching and providing referrals to clients, and writing and presenting case summaries for our partner firm, Ropes and Gray, during our weekly meetings. This opportunity allowed me to gain exposure and knowledge of a variety of legal processes and to assist those in need in the md传媒国产剧 area.
Kelly Bopp 鈥25

Jesuit Historical Archives (Rome, Italy)

This past summer, I traveled to Rome, Italy, where I interned at the Jesuit Historical Archives under Dr. Maria Macchi and Professor Emanuele Colombo. My work included collecting, summarizing, and transcribing historical documents of the Jesuit order. My work was uploaded into a digital database for further academic research. Most of these historical documents consisted of litterae indipetae, letters written by Jesuits to their superiors general to apply for missionary work overseas. The letters were mainly written by Italian Jesuits in Italian, which meant that much of my work involved a deep immersion into the Italian language and culture. Beyond gaining a greater familiarity with Italian, I learned how an archive operates and how historical documents like letters remain relevant even today.
CJ Deslongchamps 鈥27

United Nations Association of Greater md传媒国产剧 (md传媒国产剧, MA)

I was an education intern for the United Nations Association of Greater md传媒国产剧 (UNAGB) this summer. UNAGB is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the work of the United Nations through Model UN simulations and educational programs that build globally conscious citizens via discussion of international civic issues. As an intern, I helped run their Summer Institutes in Global Leadership, week-long programs focusing on global issues (Human Rights, Climate Resilience, Gender Equity, Global Health, etc.) for md传媒国产剧-area middle and high school students. I developed and taught the students the educational content lessons (on the above topics); mentored them in building public speaking, research & writing, team building, and negotiation skills; and led them through full Model UN simulations while following proper parliamentary procedure. I am grateful for this experience to expand and grow my passion for teaching 鈥 especially concerning civic education 鈥 to the next generation of md传媒国产剧-area students.
Alex Fisher 鈥25

Hudson Institute (Washington, DC)

This summer, I worked as a Research Assistant at the Hudson Institute in Washington, DC, under Dr. Aparna Pande and Ambassador Hussain Haqqani in the South and Central Asia Center. My assignments included analyzing international Intellectual Property laws across South Asia and collaborating with The Takshashila Institution on reports about India-US trade relations, among other research and administrative tasks. My internship also allowed me to engage with policymakers at the Capitol, providing first-hand exposure to DC's landscape. A key project was drafting a few chapters for an upcoming book, which significantly enhanced my research, writing, and analytical skills while deepening my lens on key policy debates, from poverty and populism to protectionism and unions. This experience, particularly the mentorship from esteemed academics and exposure to diverse perspectives helped me develop the critical thinking, communication, and leadership skills essential for emerging as a young thinker in the policy space.
Samiksh Jain 鈥26

Office of Senator Pavel Payano (md传媒国产剧, MA)

This summer, I interned as a Communications Intern for Massachusetts State Senator Pavel Payano at the Statehouse, representing the 1st Essex District, which includes the gateway cities of Haverhill, Lawrence, and Methuen. My role involved creating informational graphics to inform constituents about local legislation and the legislative process, writing speeches, attending informational sessions, and researching small and micro businesses in gateway cities. I spent afternoons in Session, witnessing the impactful work of local government, particularly during Budget Week and the close of Session. I was honored to introduce Senator Payano at an Intern Speaker Series event. My rewarding experience led me to continue my internship through the fall semester.
Emma Janda 鈥25

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (md传媒国产剧, MA)

This summer, I was a research assistant at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center's Neurology department. I worked under Dr. Jacob Sloane, a graduate mentor, with whom I conducted clinical research on individuals with multiple scleoris. I was able to help identify features of headaches in radiologically isolated syndrome, which will improve the well-being of this population. I also completed projects on headaches and fatigue in patients with multiple sclerosis to assess for high-risk features of these symptoms that warrant thorough workups that will prevent long-term disability in this population. My excitement and passion for the healthcare field grew tremendously after this experience.
Manuela Kriemler 鈥25

Center for Disability and Elder Law (Chicago, IL)

The Center for Disability and Elder Law offered hands-on experience interacting with attorneys and clients. CDEL provides free legal services to low-income elderly and people with disabilities in Cook County. This summer, I learned and implemented various responsibilities at CDEL, including prescreening, writing letters to clients, and translating. I contacted candidates over the phone to gather basic information to determine eligibility for our services. This entailed balancing compassion and efficiency, as only so much time can be allotted to each call. However, callers were often in distress, just wanting somebody to listen. I spent much of my internship translating and assisting with developing CDEL鈥檚 newest program targeting underserved Latinx communities. In addition, I took on a research project to promote our new community clinic. I found and contacted various locations in the community that would benefit from knowing about us. I learned valuable skills that I can carry into future jobs and classes. More importantly, I learned about the difficulties of being a nonprofit in law. The center struggles with time and financial constraints because of the cost and length of certain proceedings. I will use this knowledge to focus on helping areas that go unhelped because of these restrictions. I plan to continue working with CDEL this fall after seeing how valuable interns are for nonprofits.
Kristina McKay 鈥25

Normandy Group (Washington, DC)

This summer, I had the opportunity to serve as a federal affairs intern with the Normandy Group, a federal lobbying firm. During my internship, I participated in meetings between clients and congressional staff, attended congressional hearings and political events, and sent relevant materials directly to clients. Most significantly, during my experience, I learned about the process and unwritten language of federal lobbying. It is a side of government often hidden from the mainstream public but is responsible for significant political change. The opportunity to engage with clients and build an understanding of their goals for hired lobbyists and engage with the firm鈥檚 lead partners to see how these goals materialize has provided me valuable insight and experience into the process of federal lobbying.
Patrick McMahon 鈥26

Startupbootcamp AfriTech (Cape Town, South Africa)

This summer, I worked for Startupbootcamp AfriTech, a startup accelerator company based in Cape Town (South Africa), and helped them with portfolio management and operation tasks. My role involved managing and updating past legal, operational, and financial information for 70 portfolio startups that range from Agri-tech to AI-tech. I shadowed the portfolio manager to attend weekly startup growth meetings and helped coordinate the conversations around different discussion rooms. I organized a monthly local social gathering for founders and scouted potential investors by participating in tech workshops and club events in Cape Town. Other than connecting founders to investors, I also drafted and co-directed a few investor fund reports based on the updates from portfolio companies. This experience helped me to establish a more comprehensive understanding of how funds and accelerators work in the African system and how it鈥檚 built differently from US accelerators.
Hanson Pan 鈥27

Office of Congressman Josh Gottheimer (Washington, DC)

Working at the district office of Congressman Josh Gottheimer was an enriching summer experience. Being a district Congressional Intern meant that I had the privilege of seeing the amazing work being done in my immediate community, in my district. Every day at the office, we received numerous inquiries from constituents who sought help in matters such as expediting a passport for an upcoming trip or receiving delayed benefit payments. Even if the inquiry seemed similar to another case, I needed to gather even the most minor information to best assist each constituent according to their situation. I also worked alongside other interns on numerous projects. I assisted in local events attended by the Congressman, whether it be events celebrating local heroes or events detailing the Congressman鈥檚 promises for a new or improved public service. I also created posts for the Congressman鈥檚 social media accounts and spearheaded projects within the Communications team. Moreover, I attended hearings on key issues such as immigration and created memos for staffers to review. Gaining this behind-the-scenes perspective of congressional work was fulfilling and affirmed my aspirations for a career dedicated to public service.
Sarah Park 鈥26

Justice Bridge Legal Center (md传媒国产剧, MA)

This summer, I interned at Justice Bridge Legal Center, a non-profit organization that provides low-cost legal services to those in need. At Justice Bridge, I primarily worked on doing intakes for potential clients to have them matched with an attorney in our network. I documented clients鈥 legal problems, which I then summarized, identified the relevant legal details, and entered into our portal to find an attorney who could assist. I also worked closely with attorneys in the network by assisting them with cases. I helped with a wide variety of cases, including various criminal defense, child protection and custody, and housing cases. I also met with clients and gained first-hand experience with the Massachusetts legal system. This internship highlighted Massachusetts's unmet need for pro-bono and low-cost legal aid.
Jacek Pratt听 鈥26