Title: Barbara Jordan Health Policy Scholars Internship Deadline: December 15, 2006 Contact: Matthew Shunkamolah Phone: (480) 840-5767 Email: mshunkam@nmsu. edu Website: http://www.kff. org/about/ jordanscholars. cfm The Scholars Program brings talented African American, Latino, American Indian/Alaska Native, and Asian/Pacific Islander college seniors and recent graduates to Washington, D.C., where they are placed in Congressional offices and learn about health policy. Through the nine-week program (May 21- July 28, 2007), Scholars gain knowledge about federal legislative procedure and health policy issues, while further developing their critical thinking and leadership skills. In addition to gaining experience in a Congressional office, Scholars participate in seminars and site visits to augment their knowledge of health care issues, and write and present a health policy research memo. The Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation established the Barbara Jordan Health Policy Scholars Program in partnership with Howard University to honor the legacy of former Foundation Trustee and Congresswoman Barbara Jordan and to expand the pool of students of color interested in the field of health policy. As a member of the United States Congress and the Texas State Legislature, Barbara Jordan's distinguished career was exemplified by her tireless advocacy of behalf of vulnerable populations. She brought this passion to her work, inspiring others to become involved in addressing challenging health policy issues. Eligible candidates must be U.S. citizens who will be seniors or recent graduates of an accredited U.S. college or university in the fall of 2007. Currently enrolled law, medical, and graduate students are not eligible to apply. Successful applicants will show evidence of academic achievement and will demonstrate the following: Be a member of a population that is adversely affected by racial or ethnic disparities in health; and Have experience working in or with programs that address health disparities (e.g. local health departments, community health centers, inner city/ rural hospitals or organizations that conduct research on or develop policy related to health or healthcare disparities) or have done previous academic work (e.g. taken courses, written papers or participate in research projects) related to health disparities. Scholars receive approximately $7,500 in support, which includes: a stipend of $2,000 upon completion of the program; a daily expense allowance for meals and local transportation; transportation/ airfare to and from Washington, D.C.; and lodging at Howard University in Washington, D.C. In the event that a college or university will award credit(s) for participation in the program, Howard University will submit or facilitate the submission of all official documentationnecessary to obtain such credit(s).