Local USD Graduate Awarded $30K Rotary Scholarship for Human Rights Studies Abroad

A recent graduate from the Department of Political Science, named Conover, has received the Global Grant Scholarship from Rotary International. This scholarship, worth $30,000, will support her postgraduate studies. Conover, who earned her undergraduate degree in political science and international studies in December 2023, expressed her gratitude for the scholarship. She noted that it acknowledges her academic and extracurricular achievements and supports her interest in global improvement and peace.

Conover plans to study for a Master of Laws in human rights law at the University of Edinburgh. The scholarship will help fund her education at this prestigious university, where she aims to focus on international humanitarian law. At the University of Edinburgh's Global Justice Academy, she will work with other scholars to further explore the law of armed conflict, her main interest.

During her undergraduate time at the University of South Dakota (USD), Conover participated in study abroad programs in Kyrgyzstan, Ireland, and Georgia. These experiences expanded her worldview and strengthened her resolve to pursue a career with significant international involvement. She also took part in various campus and community organizations, enhancing her leadership and interpersonal skills.

At the University of Edinburgh, Conover's postgraduate program includes a work placement with international human rights organizations, offering a practical alternative to a traditional dissertation. This hands-on experience will allow her to apply her theoretical knowledge in practical settings, preparing her for a career in human rights policy and research.

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