Question 1

What are the terms of the award?

Accepted Answer

The fellowship seeks to introduce graduate-level students to Dr. Antronette (Toni) Yancey’s extensive body of work in the field of health promotion, community health education and physical fitness. The fellow will be responsible for producing a well-composed deliverable that features the work of Dr. Antronette Yancey. This could include: a research paper, project, video or presentation.  In order for the funding to be secured, the deliverable will need to be submitted by TBD.

Question 2

What is the deadline to submit application materials for The Dr. Antronette (Toni) Yancey and Darlene Edgley Master-Level Fellowship?

Accepted Answer

The deadline to submit completed application materials for this fellowship is 11:59 pm, Pacific Standard Time, TBD. The Dr. Antronette (Toni) Yancey and Darlene Edgley Fellowship encourages applicants to request letters from references and request transcripts as early as possible, since late materials will not be accepted.

Question 3

What kind of projects does the Doctoral program fund?

Accepted Answer

The fellowship funds doctoral-level research projects that integrate effective public health strategies to influence positive changes in the health of communities; specifically, reducing the disproportionately high risk of obesity-related health disparities in minority populations. The fellowship supports projects that promote physical activity and other health promotion strategies through community-engaged research, innovative interventions, policy, systems, and environmental change. Projects should demonstrate the potential for measurable, observable impact on improving the health of underserved communities and minority populations.

Question 4

What is the Physical Activity Community Mobilization Award?

Accepted Answer

The Physical Activity Community Mobilization Award honors individuals making exemplary contributions to fighting obesity-related health disparities and increasing physical activity in their community, organization, or faith-based organization.

Question 5

Is the award renewable?

Accepted Answer

No, the award is not renewable.

Question 6

What are the application materials for the Dr. Antronette (Toni) Yancey and Darlene Edgley Master-level Fellowship?

Accepted Answer

The application materials include the following:
 
-Master’s Fellowship Application Form
-Official sealed transcripts
-Current CV
-2 letters of recommendation submitted on official letterhead by 
              Faculty Advisor/Thesis chair,
              Community Health Professional/Internship Preceptor
-Completed reference forms

Question 7

Is the award renewable?

Accepted Answer

No, the award is not renewable.

Question 8

Is the award renewable?

Accepted Answer

No, the award is not renewable.

Question 9

Who is eligible to receive the Physical Activity Community Mobilization Award?

Accepted Answer

To be eligible for this award, the awardee must be:
 
At least 18 years old
A U.S. Citizen 
Nominated 
 
Nominees must be actively working to increase physical activity of a community, organization, and/or faith-based instituition.

Question 10

How long does it take to fill out the application materials?

Accepted Answer

This will vary depending on how much work the applicant has prepared before beginning the application process. Filling in the application form may take one-to‐two hours. Applicants will also need to upload a CV and application form.
 
In addition, applicants are expected to secure recommendation letters in support of the applicant's application. We highly recommend that applicants start the process several weeks before the deadline to get a sense of what is required and to start preparing your materials.

Question 11

May I apply for the Dr. Antronette (Toni) Yancey and Darlene Edgley Doctoral Fellowship if I was not selected as a fellow in a previous year?

Accepted Answer

Yes, applicants may reapply for the Doctoral Fellowship. All applicants must submit new application materials each year.

Question 12

May I apply for the Dr. Antronette (Toni) Yancey and Darlene Edgley Master-Level Fellowship if I was not selected as a fellow in a previous year?

Accepted Answer

Yes, applicants may reapply for the Master's Fellowship. All applicants must submit new application materials each year.

Question 13

Do I have to upload the application materials all at once?

Accepted Answer

Yes, upload completed application materials (i.e. application form and CV) at the link listed at the bottom of the application form. Recommendation letters will need to be uploaded by your letter writers. A link is provided on the applicant forms.

Question 14

What makes me eligible to apply for the master-level fellowship program?

Accepted Answer

Applicants who are attending an accredited U.S. master’s program, and who have successfully completed a full academic year of their master program at the time of this application are eligible to apply to this fellowship.

Question 15

What makes me eligible to apply for the doctoral fellowship program?

Accepted Answer

Applicants who are attending an accredited U.S. doctoral program, and who have successfully passed their comprehensive examinations are eligible to apply to this fellowship.

Question 16

Do I have to be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident to be eligible for the Dr. Antronette (Toni) Yancey and Darlene Edgley Doctoral Fellowship Award?

Accepted Answer

Yes, applicants must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident to be eligible for this award.

Question 17

What master-level programs are ideal for this Yancey/Edgley Fellowship program?

Accepted Answer

The master-level fellowship is open to an array of disciplines.These disciplines include, but are not limited to: public health, social & behavioral sciences, urban planning, nursing, ethnic studies, social work, kinesiology, public policy, communication, education, engineering, etc.

Question 18

May I add new information after I have submitted my application materials?

Accepted Answer

No, all application materials except for the sealed transcripts and letters of recommendations must be uploaded directly by the applicant at the original application submission. No additional information and/or documents will be accepted. Application materials will be judged as is at the time of submission.

Question 19

Am I eligible to apply for the Dr. Antronette (Toni) Yancey and Darlene Edgley Doctoral Fellowship if I have secured or (may secure) other funding?

Accepted Answer

Yes, applying for other funding will not hinder a candidate’s eligibility for a Doctoral  Fellowship. Applicants must notify the Dr. Antronette (Toni) Yancey and Darlene Edgley Fellowship, in writing, if they are offered another fellowship (or provide award estimates of pending awards) and discuss the nature and terms of the award. A section is provided on the application form to list other secured funding sources by the applicant.

Question 20

Can I email or mail my application materials?

Accepted Answer

Application materials will be submitted via link provided within the application form. The letter of recommendations will be submitted by your recommenders provided to them via a separate link. 
 
Only official sealed transcripts may be mailed to the mailing address provided on the website. All other materials must be uploaded to the link indicated on the application form.

Question 21

What community organizations are eligible for the Physical Activity Community Mobilization Award?

Accepted Answer

Community organizations that are eligible for the award include: community centers, churches, schools, hospitals, senior centers, non-profit organizations, public health departments, etc.

Question 22

Am I eligible to apply for the Dr. Antronette (Toni) Yancey and Darlene Edgley Master-level Fellowship if I have secured or (may secure) other funding?

Accepted Answer

Yes, applying for other funding will not hinder a candidate’s eligibility for a master-level Fellowship. Applicants must notify the Dr. Antronette (Toni) Yancey and Darlene Edgley Fellowship, in writing, if they are offered another fellowship (or provide award estimates of pending awards) and discuss the nature and terms of the award. A section is provided on the application form to list other secured funding sources by the applicant.

Question 23

Do I have to be a US citizen or permanent resident to be eligible for the Dr. Antronette (Toni) Yancey and Darlene Edgley Doctoral Fellowship Award?

Accepted Answer

Yes, applicants must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident to be eligible for this award.

Question 24

What universities are eligible for the Dr. Antronette (Toni) Yancey and Darlene Edgley  Doctoral Fellowship?

Accepted Answer

This year's Doctoral Fellowship is limited to universities that are accredited in the United States.

Question 25

Can a candidate make changes to the application materials after the deadline?

Accepted Answer

No. Edits, alterations, and/or additions will not be accepted.

Question 26

Does the nominee need to be employed by the organization in which the intervention takes place?

Accepted Answer

No, the nominee does not have to be employed by the organization in which the intervention takes place

Question 27

Am I eligible to apply for this award if I am the recipient of the Yancey/Edgley Conference Assistance Award?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you may apply to our master-level fellowship if you meet the criteria.

Question 28

Are unofficial transcripts acceptable?

Accepted Answer

No, the applicant must request all sealed official transcripts be mailed by the institution to the address indicated on the fellowship website by the deadline.

Question 29

If accepted, may I defer the start date of the Doctoral Fellowship?"

Accepted Answer

No, applicants must start fellowship in the current fellowship calendar year.

Question 30

What about answers not listed or technical support?

Accepted Answer

For answers to questions not addressed here or for questions pertaining to technical support, please contact us at info@yanceyfellowship.org.(mailto:info@yanceyfellowship.org)

Question 31

Do I have to be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident to be eligible for the Dr. Antronette (Toni) Yancey and Darlene Edgley Doctoral Fellowship Award?

Accepted Answer

Yes, applicants must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident to be eligible for this award.

Question 32

What universities are eligible for the Dr. Antronette (Toni) Yancey and Darlene Edgley Master-Level Fellowship?

Accepted Answer

Fellowships are tenable at any full-time fully accredited, non-proprietary (not for profit) U.S. institution of higher education offering Master-level degrees.

Question 33

What is the deadline to submit application materials for The Dr. Antronette (Toni) Yancey and Darlene Edgley Doctoral Fellowship?

Accepted Answer

The deadline to submit completed application materials for this fellowship is 11:59 pm, Pacific Standard Time, TBD. The Dr. Antronette (Toni) Yancey and Darlene Edgley Fellowship encourages applicants to request letters from references and request transcripts as early as possible, since late materials will not be accepted.

Question 34

What is the deadline to submit application materials for The Dr. Antronette (Toni) Yancey and Darlene Edgley Physical Activity Community Mobilization Award?

Accepted Answer

The deadline to submit completed application materials for this award is 11:59 pm, Pacific Standard Time, TBD.

Question 35

What racial and/or ethnic groups qualify as historically underrepresented for the Dr. Antronette (Toni) Yancey and Darlene Edgley Doctoral Fellowship?

Accepted Answer

Black, Latina/o, American Indian, Southeast Asian, Alaska Natives who maintain tribal affiliation or community attachment, Pacific Islander.

Question 36

If accepted, may I defer the start date of the Master-Level Fellowship?"

Accepted Answer

No, applicants must start fellowship in the current calendar year.

Question 37

What are the application materials for the Dr. Antronette (Toni) Yancey and Darlene Edgley Physical Activity Mobilization Award?

Accepted Answer

The application materials include the completed application and any supporting documents, if applicable.

Question 38

Will I receive confirmation that my application materials have been submitted?

Accepted Answer

Yes, applicants will receive an email confirmation once all completed application materials have been received.

Question 39

What are the application materials for the Dr. Antronette (Toni) Yancey and Darlene Edgley Doctoral Fellowship?

Accepted Answer

The application materials include the following:
 • Doctoral Fellowship Application Form
 • Official sealed transcripts
 • Current CV
 • 3 letters of recommendation submitted on official letterhead by a primary research mentor/dissertation chair, faculty advisor/or program director, and a community health professional (with whom the applicant as worked closely for)
 • Completed reference forms

Question 40

How long does it take to fill out the application materials?

Accepted Answer

This will vary depending on how much work the applicant has prepared before beginning the application process. Filling in the application form may take one--two hours. Applicants will also need to upload a CV, application form, budget justification, and proposed timeline.
 
In addition, applicants are expected to secure recommendation letters in support of the applicant's application. We highly recommend that applicants start the process several weeks before the deadline to get a sense of what is required and to start preparing your materials.

Question 41

What deliverable(s) is the awardee expected to submit by the end of the fellowship?

Accepted Answer

If selected, the awardee will be required to complete a research-based project focused on health promotion, physical fitness, or community health education.
 
The awardee will be expected to submit a: 
 
 • Project Abstract 
 • Virtual oral presentation and
 • Short video describing how the Yancey/Edgley Fellowship has impacted

Question 42

Can I receive reviewer comments on my application materials?

Accepted Answer

No, comments are not available to applicants; however, for questions or comments about application material contact Jessica Vinegar at jvinegar@yanceyfellowship.org

Question 43

How long does it take to fill out the application materials?

Accepted Answer

This will vary depending on the applicant’s ability to concisely illustrate the nominee’s motivation and accomplishments, and efforts to increase the physical activity of the targeted population. Filling in the application form may take approximately 30 mins to 1 hour.

Question 44

What about answers not listed or technical support?

Accepted Answer

For answers to questions not addressed here or for questions pertaining to technical support, please contact us at info@yanceyfellowship.org.(mailto:info@yanceyfellowship.org)

Question 45

Do I have to upload the application materials all at once?

Accepted Answer

Yes, upload completed application materials (i.e. application form and CV) at the link listed at the bottom of the application form. Recommendation letters will need to be uploaded by your letter writers. A link will be provided on the application form. Applications will NOT be reviewed until all required forms have been uploaded and received. Late submissions will not be accepted.

Question 46

May I add new information after I have submitted my application materials?

Accepted Answer

No, all application materials except for the sealed transcripts and letters of recommendations must be uploaded directly by the applicant at the original application submission. No additional  information and/or documents will be accepted. Application materials will be judged as is at the time of submission.

Question 47

May I add new information after I have submitted my application materials?

Accepted Answer

Once the application is submitted, no additional materials will be accepted. Please upload any supplemental documents via the link provided on the application form.

Question 48

Can a candidate make changes to the application materials after the deadline?

Accepted Answer

No. Edits, alterations, and/or additions will not be accepted.

Question 49

Can a nominator make changes to the application materials after the deadline?

Accepted Answer

No. Edits, alterations, and/or additions will not be accepted.

Question 50

Can I email or mail my application materials?

Accepted Answer

Application materials (if applicable) will be submitted via link provided within the application form.

Question 51

Can I email or mail my application materials?

Question 52

Are unofficial transcripts acceptable?

Question 53

What racial and/or ethnic groups qualify as historically underrepresented for the Dr. Antronette (Toni) Yancey and Darlene Edgley Doctoral Fellowship?

Question 54

What racial and/or ethnic groups qualify as historically underrepresented for the Dr. Antronette (Toni) Yancey and Darlene Edgley Physical Activity Community Mobilization Award?

Question 55

Can I receive reviewer comments on my application materials?

Question 56

Will I receive confirmation that my application materials have been submitted?

Question 57

Will I receive confirmation that my application materials have been submitted?

Question 58

Whom should I ask to write my letters of recommendations?

Question 59

Whom should I ask to write my letters of recommendations?

Question 60

Do all recommendation letters have to be in the system before I submit my application materials?

Question 61

Do all recommendation letters have to be in the system before I submit my application materials?

Question 62

How can I determine if my letters of recommendation have been received?

Question 63

How can I determine if my letters of recommendation have been received?

Question 64

Who is reading my application materials?

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