Sustainable Cities and Landscape (SCL) Academy

Sustainable Cities and Landscape (SCL) Academy - Application

The SCL Academy for Visiting Scholars and Professionals is led by faculty in the Department of Landscape Architecture, Planning, Public Policy, and Management and related disciplines. SCL is well connected to a global community through the APRU and the UO College of Design and fields related to topics surrounding sustainability such as landscape architecture, architecture, planning, environmental science, biology, or law.

Please fill out the form with the details that are required. We will work with your department's host to gather other required materials.

Information about the J1 Visiting Scholar Program is available on our International Student and Scholars Services webpage.

Information about Courtesy Appointments is available on our Human Resources webpage.

First Name*

Last Name (Family, Surname)*

Email address*

University or Institution*

Title/Role*

Department or Discipline*

Country*

Mobile Phone Number*

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Program of Interest*

The SCL Academy offers different programs for individuals and groups. https://apru-scl.uoregon.edu/visiting-scholar-program/ Please let us know which program is of interest to you.

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Professional Program - Cost

The cost of the professional program will be based on the number of participants, length of program, and types of activities. Our team will be in touch with you to discuss more.

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Individual Research Program Scholarship Apply

The cost of individual program is $3,500 which includes faculty mentorship, courtesy appointment, and visa support. We have some scholarships available to expand access. Would you like to apply for a scholarship?

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Scholarship Application

Please provide a description of why a scholarship will allow you to be able to participate in the program.

Title of Proposed Research Project

Proposed Dates of Visit

Name of UO Faculty Research Collaborator

UO Faculty Email

Include the email of the UO faculty member who will be part of your research collaboration.

Have you already contacted UO Faculty Research Collaborators?

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Statement of Research or Professional Areas of Interest*

Please describe your research and professional interests related to sustainable cities and landscapes. How will visiting the University of Oregon enhance your research or professional engagement? Please note if there is a particular faculty or place in Oregon that you'd like to visit.

File Upload - Please upload a copy of your CV*

For multiple participants in a group, please combine CVs into one pdf.

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Visiting Scholar Responsibilities*

All applicants will need to attach a copy of your CV.

If you need and already have a visa to enter the US, attach a copy of this documentation.

If you are also applying for a J1 Visa.

As part of the application process, the following documentation will be requested by UO International Student and Scholar Services for your J1 Visa processing.

Visiting Scholar Checklist

Copy of biography page of passport, valid at least six months beyond your period of stay in the US
Copy of biography page of passport of any dependents
Current CV
Proof of English Proficiency (required only for non-native English speakers)
Proof of funding for scholar and any dependents
Transfer-In Form (only required if currently in J-1 status at another institution of higher education).

Proof of English Proficiency. Please provide ONE of the following:

Recognized English language test:
English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT or TOEFL iBT Home Edition) minimum score of 88
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) minimum score of 7.0
DuoLingo minimum score of 120
Bachelor’s degree or higher from an academic institution in one of the following countries: Australia, Canada (excluding Quebec), Ireland, New Zealand, United States, or the United Kingdom. Please provide a copy of the diploma or academic transcript.
Documented interview conducted by the hosting academic department: English Language Proficiency

Proof of funding for scholar and any dependents

Scholars must provide evidence they have the financial resources to support themselves for their J-1 program. Minimum financial requirements:
J-1 Exchange Visitor: $1,850/month, or $22,200/year
J-2 Dependents:
Spouse: additional $1,550/month or $18,600/year
Each J-2 Child under the age of 21 years old: additional $550/month or $6,600/year
Acceptable Proof of Funding documents (e.g. contracts, scholarship award letters, bank statements, etc.) must be in English and include:
Scholar’s name
Date
Currency
Amount of funding available

Notice:

Beginning July 1, 2023, J-1 exchange visitors may participate remotely no more than 40% of their J-1 program (e.g., two out of five days per week) ISSS must be notified if the visiting scholar plans to participate in a hybrid schedule.

I agree to these responsibilities.

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Hosting Department Responsibilities

**Will be filled out by the UO faculty. Please leave blank.**

The following with go the UO faculty host listed on this form. Hosting Department Responsibilities (See UO International Student and Scholar Services website for additional information)

Hosting Department Checklist

UO contract or courtesy appointment
For UO contracts ONLY: UO Non-Immigrant Export Control Form
J-1 Scholar Application
Collect all documents from department and visiting scholar and submit as a single complete package to ischolar@uoregon.edu at least 3 months prior to the J-1 program’s requested start date

Hosting Department Responsibilities

The hosting department is required to assist the visiting scholar with general UO onboarding and provide support throughout their program, including:

Obtaining UO credentials (i.e., UO ID and Duck ID)
Providing onboarding resources and support
Providing a workspace
Providing direct supervision of scholar’s research and/or professional activities at the UO.
Setting clear expectations of the program’s nature, department’s collaborative needs, and scholar’s duties
Contacting ischolar@uoregon.edu immediately if the scholar
Leaves their program early
Makes any changes to terms of their program (e.g. responsibilities, length of program, etc.)
Please note that the visiting scholar must actively pursue his/her J-1 objectives on an in-person, full-time capacity and the hosting department is responsible for ensuring that the visiting scholar’s J-1 program is advancing at a successful progression.

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