The Dutko Fellowships memorialize the unique gift that Dan Dutko, founding partner of the Dutko Group, had of truly connecting with people for the sole purpose of helping them realize their dreams. These fellowships reflect Dan's special interest in helping young, idealistic people who are drawn to Washington, D.C., because they want to make a difference. These fellowships are also designed to carry on Dan's legacy of mentoring the many women and men who sought his counsel. The fellowships will be targeted to women and men who have exhibited a strong interest in understanding public policy management processes.
The Dan Dutko Fellowship Program was created by Dan's wife, Deb Jospin (J80) and Dutko Worldwide, in memory of Dan after his death in 1999. Dan Dutko was an active political and policy insider in Washington D.C. and founded a successful, bi-partisan consulting firm and was a keen mentor to people of all ages. Each year, Ms. Jospin and Dutko Worldwide seek appropriate Washington D.C. internship placements for the fellows for a ten month period. Along with a living stipend, the fellowship includes regular contact with Ms. Jospin and Dutko Worldwide, providing an invaluable source of networking in this intensely networked city.
OPPORTUNITIES:
The following positions have been created specifically for Dutko Fellows for 2007-2008:
- Center for American Progress, to work directly with visiting Senior Fellow Shirley Sagawa on issues related to National Service.
- Slate Magazine, splitting time working with the Publisher Cliff Sloan and the Senior Editor in D.C. David Plotz.
- Clinton for President, most likely working directly with Ann Lewis and Judy Lichtman.
Each is a ten month position paying a stipend of $22,000, with mentorship from Tufts Alum Deb Jospin and Dutko Worldwide.
INFORMATION SESSION:
An information session with present and former Dutko Fellows will be held on Monday March 5 from 12-1 in Room 202 at Lincoln Filene Hall.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Graduating seniors should select one of the three fellowships for application. Two Dutko Fellows will be selected (meaning only two of the three positions will be filled). Applicants must fill out the application which may be downloaded here . Finalists will be interviewed at Tufts by Deb Jospin and an associate of Dutko Worldwide.
TIMELINE:
Monday, 3/5- Info session 12-1; application materials available
Tuesday, 3/27- Applications due by 5pm
Thursday, 4/5- Finalists notified
Monday, 4/9- Interviews for finalists
Wednesday, 4/11- Dutko Fellows announced
For more information on Student Programs at Tisch College, please contact Mindy Nierenberg.
