The UConn@COP Fellowship Program strives to build future leaders in climate science and policy and to promote UConn’s leadership on climate change and sustainability issues through four main pillars:

1. Student Engagement
2. Experiential Learning
3. Interdisciplinary Group Discussion
4. Cultural Immersion

Through this program, UConn students have participated on panels at international press conferences, networked with global NGO's, environmentally-minded businesses & renewable energy companies, engaged in immersive art exhibitions, attended film screenings put on by the directors themselves, interacted with international delegates & core members of environmental justice movements, and connected with like-minded, passionate students at other colleges & universities in the U.S. and around the world.

Fellowships are awarded by a voluntary committee of faculty and staff members representing a variety of academic disciplines.  The highly competitive application process considers GPA, student leadership, relative extracurricular involvement, and a commitment to enhancing diversity, equity, inclusion and environmental justice. Applicants are also required to submit a 700 word essay that speaks to their interest in the program and provide two academic references. Upon returning to campus, fellows share their experiences through appearances on campus & through online publications.

In order to attract the best & brightest environmental leaders, the cost of the trip, including airfare, lodging, group excursions & conference fees is almost entirely funded by the University & donors.  To continue providing this unique fellowship opportunity to UConn students, we rely on the support of donors, like you!