THE RABIN SCHOLARSHIP FUND FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF PEACE AND TOLERANCE

A Graduate Study Opportunity at the Harry S. Truman Research Institute
at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem for students committed to the
Advancement of Peace and Tolerance.

Canadian Friends of the Hebrew University is pleased to announce The
Rabin Scholarship for the Advancement of Peace and Tolerance, an
innovative scholarship opportunity for the year 2000-2001. This is open
to any doctoral or post-doctoral student in any faculty whose research
interest could impact significantly on the advancement of peace and
tolerance throughout the world.

This program was inaugurated in the present academic year, and the first
three Scholars are presently studying together at the Truman Institute.
One Canadian student will be chosen to study with two Middle East
candidates, one Jewish and one Arab, at the Truman Institute for the
Advancement of Peace at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. The value of
each award is US$7500. Funding for additional expenses is also
available.

BACKGROUND AND GOALS OF THE PROGRAM
Fund for the advancement of Peace and Tolerance was     created in the
aftermath of the assassination of Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin.
Yitzhak Rabin gave his life in the pursuit of peace. Each year this
scholarship will enable three students- one Canadian, one Jewish Israeli
and one Arab (from Israel or another Middle East country) to study for a
one year period at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, at the Truman
Institute for the Advancement of Peace. They will have the opportunity
to study in a variety of fields which will advance their abilities to
affect the status of peace world wide.  Nominations of women and men of
all cultural, ethnic, political, racial and religious backgrounds are
strongly encouraged.

THE RABIN SCHOLARS
Candidates must demonstrate superior academic abilities as well as
individual initiative and leadership skills.  Candidates must have a
minimum of a Bachelor of Arts degree from an accredited Canadian,
American, or Middle East University. The Canadian Scholar must be a
Canadian citizen. The successful Canadian and two nominees from the
Middle East will enjoy the unique opportunity to study together in a
superior academic environment.

The selected Rabin Scholars will be enrolled in a specially designed
Visiting Graduate Program at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem in
conjunction with the Harry S. Truman Research Institute for the
Advancement of Peace and the Raoul Wallenberg or other applicable
graduate programs at the Rothberg International School. Scholars may
come from a variety of disciplines including: political science,
international relations, Middle Eastern studies, economics, law, or
other areas relating to the pursuit of peace.

THE HARRY S. TRUMAN INSTITUTE
The Harry S. Truman Institute for the Advancement of Peace is dedicated
to fostering peace and advancing co-operation in the Middle East and
among the peoples of the world through research; the sponsorship of
conferences, seminars, and colloquia; the provision of fellowships for
local and visiting scholars whose research is related to the Institute's
activities; and the maintenance of close relations with similar
institutes abroad.

STRUCTURE OF THE PROGRAM
The Rabin Program encompasses a full     academic year. Although the
academic year extends from October to June, the summer Hebrew language
Ulpan may be a mandatory requirement depending upon the participant's
level of expertise In the Hebrew language. Scholars
must be committed to residing in Jerusalem for the duration of the
program.

The program will begin with an orientation session in Israel, prior to
the beginning of the Fall semester.  A full program is provided for the
academic year and will be based upon the scholarly needs and graduate
level of the successful candidates. This program will include:
· Course work in English/Hebrew on topics such as Democracy and
Leadership, International Relations, Middle Eastern Studies, Jewish
Studies, and Conflict Resolution
· A major project, undertaken by each of the three scholars throughout
the academic year, in conjunction with a leading academic at the Hebrew
University in the individual scholar's field of specialization
· An internship, chosen by each scholar from a wide range of
possibilities
· Special visits with Israeli public figures
· Ongoing Hebrew language study, if applicable
· Travel in Israel relating to the program
In addition, the Rabin Scholars will attend specialized sessions with
the Rabin Distinguished Fellow. Chosen each year on the basis of
outstanding research or involvement in the study of peace, the fellow
will spend from three weeks to two months at the Hebrew University of
Jerusalem.

Students will be expected to write papers and participate actively in
all classes.  In addition, each student will be asked to write an
article on his study experience that will be printed and distributed
both in Canada and in Israel.  Upon satisfactory completion of the
program, students will be asked to speak in various cities in their
country of residence on behalf of the Rabin Scholarship Program.

NOMINATION AND APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Candidacy for the program is open to any individual who has completed a
Master of Arts Degree and is presently enrolled in a doctoral or
post-doctoral program.  Nominees can request application forms in Canada
from the Office of Academic Affairs, Canadian Friends of the Hebrew
University of Jerusalem or in Israel from the Harry S. Truman Research
Institute for the Advancement of Peace. The application will require
formal academic transcripts and at least two academic letters of
reference, in addition to a letter of nomination from the Dean or
Department Chair of the applicant's university.

FINANCIAL AWARD
The Rabin Scholarship Award is intended to       cover full tuition for the
academic year, individual tutorials, private group courses, dormitory
fees, program-related group travel, medical coverage and other benefits.
Where applicable, return airfare and the Hebrew
language Ulpan will also be covered. Scholars are responsible for
additional personal living expenses including food, local
transportation, entertainment and individual travel.

Please Note: Rabin Scholars are also eligible for additional need based
financial aid. Applications can be requested through the Office of
Academic Affairs.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
IN CANADA, PLEASE CONTACT:
The Rabin Scholarship Fund for the
Advancement of Peace and Tolerance
Office of Academic Affairs
Canadian Friends of the
Hebrew University of Jerusalem
3080 Yonge Street, Suite 5024
Toronto, Ontario, M4N 3NI
Tel: (416) 485-8000 or 1-888-HEBREWU
Fax: (416) 485-8565
email: inquiry@cfhu.org

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