Applications for 2010-2011 Presidential Fellowship in University and Community Leadership Now Open to Qualified Seniors Yeshiva University offers a leadership initiative that provides a unique opportunity for graduates of Yeshiva College, Stern College for Women and Sy Syms School of Business. Qualifying graduates of the class of 2010 will be selected to spend 11 months (August 1, 2010 – June 30, 2011) as Presidential Fellows in University and Community Leadership. Fellows will be challenged to get involved in and affect many aspects of campus life while engaged in an in-depth learning experience. Online application form available here. The fellows, who will be selected competitively, will be assigned to a University or college office, be mentored by a University administrator and participate in a leadership seminar, for which they may earn up to three graduate credits per semester. Fellows will be involved in many aspects of University operations, be responsible for special projects and have the opportunity to interact with University administrators, faculty and invited academic and communal leaders. Students who are selected will receive a salary of $24,000 plus fringe benefits for the year. During 2010-11, fellowship placements may be available in the following departments: • Office of the President • Office of the Provost • Office of the Vice President for University Life • Department of Institutional Advancement • Office of the Vice President for Business Affairs and Chief Financial Officer • Office of the General Counsel • Office of Communications and Public Affairs • Office of Administrative Services • Office of Admissions • Office of Procurement • Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law • Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary • Stern College for Women, Dean’s Office • Sy Syms School of Business, Dean’s Office • Yeshiva College, Dean’s Office • Center for the Jewish Future • Center for Ethics • Center for Jewish Law and Contemporary Civilization • Office of Student Affairs • Office of Athletics and Physical Education • Yeshiva University Museum • Yeshiva University High School for Boys In addition to adding energy, inspiration and commitment to Yeshiva University, the administration hopes that the fellows will gain skills and perspectives that will serve them well in whatever graduate or professional enterprise they choose to pursue. Students should consider this fellowship regardless of their career objectives if they think that a year of service to the community and exposure to university administration will be of value and interest to them. Apply here.