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I am excited to share that MSU Entomology is officially accepting applications for the second Tatter Family Entomology Graduate Fellow (TFEGF)! Prospective Entomology MS and PhD students are encouraged to apply!</div>
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Please share the attached flyers with students in your department and direct them to our
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program website</a> for detailed application information.</div>
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Below are some FAQs that may also be helpful for prospective applicants.</div>
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<b><i>Who is eligible for the TFEGF?</i></b></div>
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New applicants to MSU Entomology interested in pursuing a graduate degree, MS or PhD. Students must have a confirmed
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MSU Entomology faculty</a> mentor and indicate who this will be on their application. </div>
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<b><i>How do students apply?</i></b></div>
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Students will apply through the MSU Graduate School. The format for their Academic and Personal Statements and other application details are described at the
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program website</a>.</div>
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<b><i>How many fellowships will be awarded?</i></b></div>
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MSU Entomology will fund one TFEGF annually.</div>
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<b><i>How will applicants be evaluated?</i></b></div>
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We will consider applicant academic preparation, experience, entomological interest, and future career goals. Proposed Research statements will be evaluated for feasibility, significance, and fit with the proposed faculty mentor's area of expertise.</div>
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<b><i>Are there other opportunities that applicants to MSU Entomology can be considered for?</i></b></div>
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Yes! We have set the submission and review timeline for the TFEGF to allow us to nominate strong applicants for other
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Please let me know if there are other questions I can answer, and thank for helping us spread the word about this opportunity!</div>
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Hannah Burrack (she/her), Professor & Chair</p>
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Department of Entomology</p>
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