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EWU Scholarship applications are available at http://www.ewu.edu/x2319.xml and should be turned in no later than February 1 for consideration the following academic year.
PAML Medical Technology Scholarship for 2009-10 - Application deadline 10/16/09. Two $2,600 scholarships available for immediate award.
Scholarships to be Awarded 2009-10
Biology Department Scholarships
Eastern Washington University Biology-Related Scholarships
Other Biology Department Awards/Fellowships
Contacts for Information on Scholarships
- EWU Financial Aid and Scholarship Office
- EWU Biology Department Scholarship Coordinator
- EWU Biology Scholarship Center
- Scholarship Web Sites
Each month we feature different award recipients from the EWU Biology Department. Our spotlight this month is on Meghan Lyons who received the Cheney Environmental Association Scholarship for 2009-10. Congratulations Meghan!
Scholarships Being Awarded for 2009-10
The deadline for applying for EWU/Biology Department scholarships for 2009-10 is February 2. The following scholarships should be available for award:
- Biology Memorial
- Cheney Environmental Association (formerly Cheney Recycling Center)
- Pathology Associates Medical Technology
- Safari Club
- Swartz Graduate Biotechnology Fellowship
- Swartz Undergraduate Biotechnology
- Swartz Medical Terminology
- Swartz-Narrance Fellowship [awarded to graduate biotechnology student]
- Swartz-Werschler Fellowship [awarded to graduate general biology student]
There was no award for the Spokane Walleye Club in 2008-09, but it is possible there will be an award made for 2009-10.
EWU Biology Department Scholarships
The EWU Biology Department considers undergraduate and graduate student awards a valuable and necessary service provided for our students. For full-time Biology majors, we award or make recommendations for awarding several scholarships. To be considered for one of the following department scholarships, complete the EWU Scholarship Application form available at the Financial Aid and Scholarship Office web site (click on the forms link). Additionally, complete the following requirements for each scholarship you would like to be considered for and submit with your application. You only need to submit ONE application form, but be sure it includes ALL requested information and recommendations as identified below.*For further information, contact:
- Biology Department Scholarship Coordinator in SCI 258A, 509-359-6809; or
- Financial Aid and Scholarship Office, SUT 102, 509-359-2314 (FAX: 509-359-4330)
Scholarship | Amount | Qualifications | *Requirements |
| Biology Memorial Scholarship | Varies | Current EWU undergraduate who has completed at least 1 year of college and will be enrolled at EWU the following school year. | Include an essay that addresses involvement with (1) Biology Department (research, TA, clubs, etc.); (2) University (clubs, activities); (3) Community (volunteering, applicable groups); (4) Special Accomplishments, Awards, Activities. Attach letters of recommendation from 2 EWU Biology faculty addressing your scholarship merit. |
| Cheney Environmental Association Scholarship (formerly Cheney Recycling Center) | Varies $1,000-$2,100 | Junior or senior Environmental Studies major during the academic year of award (or strong career orientation toward environment). Selection based on combination of scholarship, merit, and financial aid. | Include a letter stating professional goals, why you feel qualified for this scholarship, and other relevant information (department, university, and community activities). Recipient may be required to volunteer 5 hours per quarter at a recycling center during the year of award. |
| Pathology Associates Medical Laboratories (PAML) Medical Technology Scholarship | Varies up to $1,500 | Junior or senior Medical Technology, Biology, or Chemistry major during the academic year of award. Minimum 2.7 GPA. Preference given to applicants who are laboratory focused. Selection based on combination of scholarship and merit with some consideration given for financial aid. | Include an essay describing qualifications (including involvement in laboratory biology), college experiences, scholarship need, and professional goals and aspirations. Attach 2 letters of recommendation from persons addressing your merit for scholarship (be sure contact information is included). |
| J. Herman and Jean Swartz Graduate Biotechnology Scholarship | Varies up to $2,000 | EWU Biology graduate conducting biotechnology-related research. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Selection based on financial need and research experience. | Include a letter describing your qualifications for this scholarship. Attach 2 sealed letters of recommendation from persons addressing your merit for scholarship (be sure contact information and the name of the scholarship are included). |
| J. Herman and Jean Swartz Undergraduate Biotechnology Scholarship | Varies up to $2,000 | Full time EWU Biotechnology major. Selection based on academic accomplishment, financial need, and laboratory research experience. | Include a letter describing your qualifications for this scholarship. Attach 2 sealed letters of recommendation from persons addressing your merit for scholarship (be sure contact information and the name of the scholarship are included). |
| J. Herman and Jean Swartz Medical Technology Scholarship | Varies up to $1,000 | Junior or senior Medical Technology major during the academic year of award. Minimum 3.3 GPA. | Include an essay identifying the field of biology that most interests you and why, involvement in laboratory biology, and any special accomplishments/activities you would like considered. Attach 2 letters of recommendation from persons addressing merit for scholarship, 1 of which is from an EWU Biology faculty (be sure contact information is included). |
| J. Herman & Jean Swartz and Nate Narrance Graduate Fellowship | $1,000 | Student admitted to Biology Graduate Program who will attend classes full-time during award year. Minimum 3.0 cumulative college GPA. Award is presented to Biotechnology students in even academic years and General Biology in odd academic years. | Include a letter addressing: (1) lab, field, or Biology-related research / experience; (2) professional goals; (3) how scholarship will assist in achieving goals; and (4) any other pertinent information. Attach 2 letters of recommendation from persons addressing merit. |
| J. Herman & Jean Swartz and Frances & William P. Werschler Graduate Fellowship | $2,500 | Student admitted to Biology Graduate Program who will attend classes full-time during award year. Minimum 3.0 cumulative college GPA. Award is presented to Biotechnology students in odd academic years and General Biology in even academic years. | Include a letter addressing: (1) lab, field, or Biology-related research / experience; (2) professional goals; (3) how scholarship will assist in achieving goals; and (4) any other pertinent information. Attach 2 letters of recommendation from persons addressing merit. |
| Spokane Walleye Club Warm Water Fisheries Scholarship | $1,000 | Sophmore, junior, or senior standing during the academic year of the award. Minimum 2.5 GPA. Preference given to Spokane Walleye Club members. | Attach an essay stating professional plans and aspirations in aquatic biology, specifically related to warm water fisheries. Discuss studies/experiences in warm water fisheries. Describe how the scholarship will enable you to better accomplish these goals. Submit 2 professional letters of reference. |
| Safari Club | $2,000 | Junior or senior standing during the academic year of the award. Minimum 3.5 GPA. Biology or Environmental Science major with emphasis on wildlife. Must be a hunter. | Attach an essay stating professional plans and aspirations, accomplishments, hunting experience, why you feel qualified for this scholarship, and any other pertinent information. Submit 1 professional letter of reference. Awardee is expected to attend annual banquet. |
**In addition to completing the EWU Scholarship Application and its stated requirements, to be considered for a specific Biology Department scholarship, follow the requirements exactly as outlined. Be sure essays identify the scholarship/s you are applying for. If applying for multiple scholarships, the same letters of recommendation may be used for the different scholarships as long as they meet the identified requirements. ALL REQUIRED ITEMS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO THE EWU FINANCIAL AID AND SCHOLARSHIP OFFICE (SUTTON 102) BY THE DEADLINE IDENTIFIED ON THE APPLICATION (GENERALLY NO LATER THAN FEBRUARY 1 FOR THE FOLLOWING ACADEMIC YEAR).
Additional department scholarships may be available. Check back periodically to see whether there are new opportunities. |
EWU Scholarships
Students applying for the EWU Biology Department scholarships outlined above will also be considered for any Eastern Washington University scholarships for which they qualify. These may include the Powell/Schoffen Scholarship and Wittenbach Trust for health-related majors (undergraduate) or the John Joy Science Award for science-related graduate students. Contact the EWU Financial Aid and Scholarship Office for information on these and other scholarships related to science and health.
Other Department Awards/Fellowships
The EWU Biology Department provides other awards and fellowship programs that are not tied to the EWU Scholarship Application and its deadline. Note the specific requirements and deadlines identified for each award.
Award | Amount | Qualifications | Requirements |
| EWU Biology Graduate Fellowships | Varies up to $7,000 | Biology graduate student who has been admitted to Graduate Program or has been recommended for admittance to Graduate Program AND has a minimum 3.0 GPA. | By March 1st submit to the Biology Department Graduate Committee Chair (SCI 258) a completedApplication for Biology Graduate Fellowship (consideration based on admittance to Graduate Program. Students receiving graduate fellowships are expected to work 20 hours per week while carrying at least 10 credits. Teaching is often required, but research or other activities may be substituted at the department's discretion. *The Application for Admission to a Graduate Program is located in the back of the graduate catalog or online athttp://www.ewu.edu/x5980.xmland is sent to the Graduate Office along with transcripts, GRE scores, TOEFL scores (if appropriate), and application fee. Recommendations should be sent separately by those who are providing them. One other form,Biology Department Supplemental Graduate Application, should be sent directly to the Biology Department Graduate Committee Chair.Click herefor more information about admittance to the graduate program. |
| EWU Biology Graduate Student Mini Research Grant Program | Varies up to $500/ qtr | EWU graduate student conducting thesis research. | By the 2nd Friday of Fall, Winter, and Spring quarterssubmit to the Biology Indirect Cost Committee Chair (SCI 258) a proposal identifying specific objectives, significance, procedures/rationale, budget justification, other financial support, and literature cited. Proposal should be no more than 3 double-spaced pages (not including list of citations) and must be signed by a faculty advisor. ClickProposal Guidelinesfor specific criteria to include in your proposal. |
| Hollister-Stier Textbook Assistance Fund | Varies | Current EWU Biotechnology, Medical Technology, or Pre-Medical/ Pre-Dental/ Pre-Veterinary majors (undergraduate and graduate). Expressed need for assistance purchasing required textbooks. Possibility for funds to purchase supplemental reference books and supplies. | By the second day of each quarter submit to the Operations Manager in the Biology Department (SCI 258A) 1 page with: (1) Name / Address / Phone / EWU ID Number; (2) Major / Option and Year in School; (3) Career Plans; (4) Laboratory Research Experience (not classwork); (5) Community Service and Work Experience; (6) List of Required Texts with cost and course number identified (and/or list of supplemental reference books/supplies requested) ~ be sure to indicate which books are required and which are suggested.(NOTES: [1] Awards may not be made every quarter. [2] Vouchers will be issued for the EWU Bookstore after recipients have been selected ... do not submit a request for books already purchased that cannot be returned. [3] Awarded books are considered on loan from Biology Dept. lending library.) |
| Turnbull Laboratory for Ecological Studies (TLES) Research Scholars | $2,500 | Junior or Senior Biology major during the academic year of award. Preference given to General Biology, Botany, Zoology, or Environmental Biology options. | By March 1st submit to the Biology Department office (SCI 258) a completed Biology Department Scholarship Application(click on link to open pdf file); attach an essay expressing your ecological interests (terrestrial, aquatic, algae, fungi, plants, vertebrate animals, invertibrate animals, etc.) and past extra-curricular experiences in biology or ecology. Identify career interests/goals following graduation; attach 2 letters of recommendation from EWU Biology faculty; and attach transcripts. Recipients are required to dedicate a minimum of 35 hours toward ecological research at (or based out of) TLES to be completed within Spring, Summer, and/or Fall quarters. Payment is dependent on successful completion of research proposal/execution/presentation of final project. |
Contacts
For additional information on these and other scholarship or financial aid opportunities, contact:
Financial Aid and Scholarship Office
Eastern Washington University
102 Sutton Hall
Cheney, WA 99004-2447
Phone: (509) 359-2314 ~ or if outside Cheney/Spokane area (800) 280-1256
FAX: (509) 359-4330
E-Mail:finaid@mail.ewu.edu
Web Site:http://www.ewu.edu/x2319.xml
- Sue Murphy, Scholarship Coordinator
Eastern Washington University
Science 258A
Cheney, WA 99004
Phone: (509) 359-6809
FAX: (509) 359-6867
E-Mail:smurphy@ewu.edu
- Biology Scholarship Center
The "Center" is located next to SCI 256 and provides information on scholarships available from the EWU Biology Department as well as biology-related scholarships offered by the university and from outside organizations/companies. Students can pick up the EWU Scholarship Application from the "Center" or from the Financial Aid and Scholarship Office.
Web sites that may be helpful in finding other scholarship opportunities:
http://www.finaidfacts.org/scholarships
CampusRXBio Scholarship Program
Visit CampusRXBio to apply for the $2500 scholarship for students pursuing a career in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or life sciences industries.