YLSS: Developing a Development Scholarship

YLSS: Developing a Development Scholarship

Created only four years ago, the Yousriya Loza-Sawiris Scholarship (YLSS) has involved decades of collaboration. Beginning with two colleagues’ efforts to help garbage collectors in Egypt, the YLSS embraces varied dreams for the country. The YLSS supports its...
YLSS Scholars: Part 2, What Happens?

YLSS Scholars: Part 2, What Happens?

In part 1 of this, we look at the Yousriya Loza-Sawaris Scholarship program we introduced six scholars, their backgrounds, and what they advise in terms of handling the demands of the Master of Development Practice program (MDP) at the University of Minnesota. This...
YLSS Scholars: Part 1, Who Are They?

YLSS Scholars: Part 1, Who Are They?

Who are the Yousriya Loza-Sawaris Scholarship program (YLSS) Scholars? What can you expect if you enter YLSS? To find out we reached out to six past and present YLSS scholars.  They told us about their experiences studying through YLSS in the Master of...
Beyond COVID-19: Positive Directions

Beyond COVID-19: Positive Directions

It’s a strange time, living under the COVID-19 threat, but not a time without hope. We at Newton  Education Services wish you continuing success moving through and beyond the current days. While some doors are temporarily closing, many paths to international...
Studying in Germany: What you need to know!

Studying in Germany: What you need to know!

Update: As of August 2020, Newton Education Services is introducing a comprehensive German University Track combining online language instruction with advising for admission success. Please complete our inquiry form to receive full, current details. Is a German degree...
Why Great Recommendations Matter!

Why Great Recommendations Matter!

Reference, recommendation, letter of recommendation…. Whatever term your dream university uses, we’re talking about the one piece of the application that you don’t have to complete yourself. So….hand off the request and head off for a nap?...
First Steps: Planning Early for Admissions

First Steps: Planning Early for Admissions

How early is too early? Some would say “never.”  One program described in a New York Times column is geared to making five- and six-year old first graders “college ready.” (Crayons are involved.) Another school mentioned in the column arranges...