[Nsa] Updated Application Process to the EdEC ASP GVP

[Jerry Cyccone]

Dear colleagues,

As we open applications for the *2026 ASP Graduate Visitor Program (GVP)
Fellowship*
<https://edec.ucar.edu/advanced-study-program/graduate-visitor-program>,
I’m reaching out to make you aware of an update to the GVP application
process. In the past, the application included a student application and a
host form. Beginning this cycle, we have added a work plan to be completed
jointly by the student and the host.

The goal of this new step is to support you as hosts in setting clear
expectations with your student and their advisor, and to identify any
support needs in advance. This addition comes from prior experiences where
students required more support than anticipated, or where the goals of a
visit weren’t fully defined. By clarifying this early, we hope to make
visits smoother and rewarding for both the host and the student. To help
balance the workload, the host nomination form has been shortened.

To help with this change, my team will offer drop-in hours (information
below) for both hosts and students to answer any questions. We’ll also be
sharing this information through Sundog, but I wanted to give you a direct
heads-up and, again, thank you for the time, energy, and expertise you
dedicate to hosting and mentoring GVP students. Your guidance is the
foundation of their experience and has an incredible impact on their growth
and success.

Upcoming GVP Virtual Office Hours – September 29, 2025
GVP staff will host two virtual office hours on Monday, September 29, 2025, one
for prospective graduate student visitors and one for hosts. These drop-in
hours are informal and provide an opportunity to ask questions about the
Graduate Visitor Program, including important updates to the application
process.

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   Office hours for students: 10:00 AM (MDT)
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   Office hours for hosts: 11:00 AM (MDT)

Register using the links below:

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   Students Register here
   <https://ucar-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/nw6CXgnhTRelgbKV0l-i6Q>
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   Hosts Register here
   <https://ucar-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/DP_YonpITB-kf6a9-1WeVA>

Many thanks,

Jerry


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Jerry M. Cyccone
NSF NCAR Education, Engagement & Early-Career Development
Student Program Coordinator
Office: (303) 497-2755
Cell: (727) 458-8081
cyccone at ucar.edu
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