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From: Kaiser Family Foundation [mailto:KaiserFamilyFoundation@...] Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2007 9:03 AMPainter, (CDC/CCID/NCHHSTP)Subject: Application Available for 2008 Barbara Jordan Health Policy Scholars Program

Tuesday, September 25, 2007

Application Available for 2008 Barbara Jordan Health Policy Scholars Program

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Washington, D.C. - The Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation is accepting applications for the 2008 Barbara Jordan Health Policy Scholars Program. This opportunity is for college seniors and recent college graduates who have a strong interest in addressing racial and ethnic health disparities, or who are themselves a member of a population that is adversely affected by racial and ethnic health disparities. The application deadline is 5:00pm ET on December 14, 2007.

During their nine-week experience, the Scholars work in congressional offices in Washington, D.C., obtaining first-hand experience in the policy-making process. They participate in seminars and site visits to enhance their practical knowledge of health care issues and gain first-hand knowledge of the federal legislative process. Each Scholar also writes and presents a health policy research paper in one of the following areas: Medicaid and the uninsured, Medicare, or HIV/AIDS."The Barbara Jordan Health Policy Scholars Program is a chance for motivated students to learn about the policy-making process on Capitol Hill and immerse themselves in the substance of a health policy issue. Barbara Jordan would be proud to see these students grapple with difficult health policy issues and work to address disparities,” Foundation President and CEO Drew E. Altman said.

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 2008. Individuals with an advanced degree, and those individuals currently enrolled in an advanced degree program are not eligible to participate. Candidates are selected based on academic performance, demonstrated leadership potential, and interest in health issues that disproportionately affect racial and ethnic minorities or underserved communities. Scholars receive roundtrip transportation to Washington, a stipend, and housing at University for the duration of the program.The Kaiser Family Foundation established the Barbara Jordan Health Policy Scholars Program to honor the legacy of former U.S. Congresswoman Barbara Jordan—the first African American elected to Congress from Texas and a much-admired member of the Foundation’s board of trustees. Barbara Jordan had a distinguished career exemplified by her tireless advocacy on behalf of vulnerable populations. She brought this passion to her work, inspiring others to become involved in addressing challenging health policy issues. The Kaiser Family Foundation operates the program in partnership with University. Application materials and more information are available online at www.bjscholars.org. For questions, please contact program director Cara , Ph.D., at (202) 347-5270 or program manager Jomo Kassaye at (202) 238-2385.

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