AWIS Educational Awards Committee
The AWIS Educational Awards Committee is pleased to offer awards to support women planning a career in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). Established by AWIS in 1974 as the Educational Foundation, funds are provided by contributions from AWIS members and other donors. The inaugural contribution was provided by then AWIS president, Dr. Estelle Ramey, who contributed some of her speaking fees.
The first awards were made in April 1975 - three $500 graduate awards. Over the past 35 years the endowment has grown with contributions from members, sponsors, colleagues, friends, and family. Now about 25 awards of $500 or $1000 are given annually, totaling about $15,000 - $20,000 each year.
AWIS is a 501(c)3 organization. All contributions are to the Educational Awards program are fully tax deductible and used exclusively to fund awards.
Eligibility
Awards are spread among the STEM fields, and for 2010 will be weighted in favor of those disciplines where women are still significantly underrespresented (Computer Sciences, Engineering, Mathematics, and Physical Sciences). The awards are available to female undergraduate and predoctoral students with the following characteristics:
• Enrolled in an undergraduate or doctoral degree program in one of the STEM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics)
• Undergraduate students in their sophomore or junior year. Freshmen and seniors are not eligible. Community college applicants must describe their plans for obtaining a four-year degree
• Doctoral students who will have been admitted to PhD candidacy by the submission deadline of January 29, 2010, and who expect to obtain their PhD by August, 2012. These requirements do not apply to Satter applicants
• An American citizen, or a foreign national, attending a college/university in the United States;
• Planning a science-based career in research, or in teaching at the college or university level.
• Applying for an AWIS undergraduate or pre-doctoral award for the first time.
More Information and Application Forms
You do not need to be an AWIS member to apply. AWIS membership status does not influence how the reviewers rank applications or who receives awards.
Join AWIS
In addition to the awards, AWIS offers many benefits to women, and men, pursuing training and careers in the STEM fields. AWIS programs include mentoring, coaching, and networking opportunities. Student memberships are significantly discounted. Please click here to further explore the benefits of AWIS membership.
Make a Donation
Would you like to make a donation and help the AWIS Educational Awards Committee provide more awards? A donation of any amount is welcomed. Donations of $5000 can create a named award in honor or memory of a woman in the STEM fields. Click here for more information.
Volunteer as an Application Reviewer
AWIS needs scientists in the STEM fields to serve as reviewers for the award applications. Scientists in all STEM disciplines with at least two years of work experience or graduate research are encouraged to volunteer. Please contact Barbara Mandula, chair of the AWIS Educational Awards Committee, at AWISEdFd@AWIS.org.
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