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The web application for 2008 awards is
now available by clicking on the Awards link.
General Eligibility Requirements:
Scholarship Association awards are designated for
currently enrolled UIC students. Students must have completed
at least 12 credit hours at UIC in order to be eligible for most
awards. Preference is given to continuing students unless
an award is specifically designated for a graduating senior.
Scholarships
open to students of any major/college
Association Award 10 awards of
$1,000 each
Eligibility:
-Must be a currently enrolled, full-time undergraduate
student, with at least 1 semester remaining before graduation
-Must have earned at least 12 credit hours at UIC
prior to spring 2008
- Minimum 3.0/4.0 GPA
- Must demonstrate involvement in extracurricular
activities or their community
- Must have demonstrated financial need
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
at (312) 355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu
for further information.
Hassan Mustafa Abdallah Scholarship-
$2000
Eligibility:
- Must be a current undergraduate student
-Preference will be given to students of Arab and
Arab-American descent
-Strong scholastic acheivement, minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0
-Must demonstrate financial need
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
at (312) 355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu
for further information.
Eugertha Bates Memorial Award-
$500
Eligibility:
- Applicant's parent or legal guardian must be a
full-time employee on the support staff at UIC.
- Must be a continuing full-time undergraduate student
(not graduating)
- Applicant must have a 2.5 GPA and, if a freshman,
be ranked in the top 10 percent of his/her high school graduating
class
- **Special note- must have three letters of recommendation
with application
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
or Debra Gilmore (312-996-7134 or debbiec@uic.edu)
for further information.
Dr. Thomas Beckham Memorial Award-
2 awards of $1500 each
Eligibility:
- A member of an intercollegiate athletic team,
not holding a full athletic scholarship.
- An undergraduate who has been in attendance at
UIC for at least two semesters.
- Demonstrated fnancial need as defined by the UIC
Financial Aid Office.
- Grade point average of 2.75/4.0 or above
- Involvement in community activities as demonstrated
by a written statement.
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
or Dr. Michael Ginsburg, Associate Vice Chancellor for Student
Affairs (312-996-7614), for further information.
E. Sue Campbell Memorial Award- $500
Eligibility:
-Undergraduate students over the age of 35
-Enrolled in a degree-seeking program at UIC with
a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0
- Must demonstrate financial need
-Preference will be given to applicants who are
single parents
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
for further information.
Chancellor's Committee
on the Status of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Issues
- Undergraduate Award- $ 500
Eligibility:
-Must be a continuing UIC undergraduate student
who has attended UIC for at least one semester
-Demonstrated leadership and involvement in the
promotion of a positive identity for LGBT students through UIC
and/or Chicago community
- Minimum grade point average of 3.0/4.0 and be
in good academic standing
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
FOR APPLICATION FOR THIS AWARD: You must complete the
SAUIC common application which can be found by
clicking here. Then please also submit to the Office
of Special Scholarship Programs an additional typewritten statement
(download
optional coverpage here) of no more than two pages,
double-spaced, that addresses the following issues:
1. What have you done to promote the interests of
LGBT students on the UIC campus and what wiII you do in the future
to continue to promote the interests of LGBT students?
2. How will you work to promote a greater understanding
of LGBT students/persons on the UIC campus and/or the Chicago
community?
3. How will your scholarship or work on behalf of
LGBT issues have an impact on your future career after graduation
from UIC?
*Please note that for this particular award, your
letters of recommendation should be from persons who can attest
to your involvement and participation in LGBT issues and/or scholarship
in the area of LGBT issues.
Applications are due by 4pm, Friday, February
29, 2008.
For further information and paper applications,
contact:
Office of Special Scholarship Programs (SSP)
2506 University Hall, M/C 115
(312) 355-2477
sauic@uic.edu
Patrick Finnessy, Director
Office of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Concerns (OGLBTC)
1180 Behavioral Sciences Building, M/C 369
(312) 413-9862
pkfinn@uic.edu or www.uic.edu/depts/quic/oglbc/index1.html
Bernard Santarsiero, Convener
Finance Sub-Committee
Center for Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
1052B MBRB MC 870
bds@uic.edu
312-413-0339
UIC PRIDE Office (OGLBTC)
181 Behavioral Sciences Building, M/C 369
(312) 413.8619
pride@uic.edu icarus.uic.edu/stud_orgs/pride/index.html
Chancellor's Committee
on the Status of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Issues
- Graduate Award- $500
Eligibility:
-Must be a continuing graduate student in good standing
with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0/4.0 and who has completed
at least one semester at UIC
-Paper authored by you in the past three years while
a graduate student at UIC that contributes to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
Transgender research/scholarship
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
FOR APPLICATION FOR THIS AWARD: In addition to the common
SAUIC application, please download the paper submission coverpage
here.
You must include four copies of the paper in your submission.
Please also include your curriculum vita with your paper submission.
*Please note that one of your recommendations must
come from an advisor or faculty member who can address the significance
and quality of your work. The letter of recommendation may explain
why the paper is significant to LGBT scholarship.
Applications are due by 4pm, Friday, February 29,
2008.
For further information contact:
Office of Special Scholarship Programs (SSP)
2506 University Hall, M/C 115
(312) 355-2477
sauic@uic.edu
Patrick Finnessy, Director
Office of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Concerns (OGLBTC)
1180 Behavioral Sciences Building, M/C 369
(312) 413-9862
pkfinn@uic.edu www.uic.edu/depts/quic/oglbc/index1.html
Bernard Santarsiero, Convener
Finance Sub-Committee
Center for Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
1052B MBRB MC 870
bds@uic.edu
312-413-0339
UIC PRIDE Office (OGLBTC)
181 Behavioral Sciences Building, M/C 369
(312) 413.8619
pride@uic.edu icarus.uic.edu/stud_orgs/pride/index.html
Chicago Bar Association Entertainment Committee
Law Award- $500
Eligibility:
-Must be earning an undergraduate degree from UIC
-Any major is eligible
-Must have substantiation of admission to an accredited
law school
-Recognition will be given to students with a record
of involvement and participation in theatrical and music activities
on campus or in their communities
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
or Donna Dorney (312-413-7662 or ddorney@uic.edu)
for further information.
John E. and Marguerite B. Corbally Award-
$500
Eligibility:
- Graduate of a Chicago public high school
- Must be a UIC graduate student whose undergraduate
degree is from UIC
- Any major is eligible
- Must have a 3.0/4.0 or better GPA
- Must be a continuing student (not graduating in
spring 2008)
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
or Lisa Knepshield (312-995-3456 or lisaknep@uic.edu)
for further information.
Judy Curry Award- $800
Eligibility:
- Must be a junior, senior or graduate student
- To be applied to the cost of an overseas academic
project or study
- Preference for a Sino/U.S. project or study
Applications are due March 3, 2008 and are available
by contacting the Study Abroad Office. Contact Chris Deegan at
the Study Abroad Office (312-413-7662) or deegan@uic.edu
for further information.
Fred Garcia Endowed Award- $800
Eligibility:
- Must be a continuing UIC student with at least
sophomore standing
- Must have a GPA of 2.5 or above
- Must be either:
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the son, daughter or grandchild of an actively
employed or retired Facilities Management employee who has/had
worked at Facilities Management for at least five years; OR
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A full-time student who has worked in Facilities
Management for at least one year and will continue to work
in Facilities Management for at least one year after being
given the award.
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
or Mark Donovan (312-355-0878 or mdonovan@uic.edu)
for further information.
Stanley O. Ikenberry Award - $1,000
Eligibility:
- Currently enrolled full-time UIC undergraduate,
carrying at least 12 hours
- Must have earned at least 12 hours at UIC prior
to spring 2008
- Award must be used to pursue a study abroad program
approved by the UIC Study Abroad Office
- A strong academic record, with a GPA of 3.2 or
higher
- Demonstrated leadership ability
- Preference is given to students with financial
need
Applications are due March 3, 2008 and are available
by contacting the Study Abroad Office. Contact Chris Deegan at
the Study Abroad Office (312-413-7662) or deegan@uic.edu
for further information.
Laurette Kirstein
Scholarship - 6 awards of $5,000 each
Eligibility:
- International students currently enrolled full-time
at UIC
-May be pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees
-Minimum UIC GPA of 3.0/4.0
-Financial need will be considered
This application has special instructions which
can be downloaded here.
A budget is also necessary to fill out and can be downloaded
here.
*The term "international student" encompasses
any student enrolled at UIC who is neither a U.S. citizen nor
a permanent resident and who holds a valid non-immigrant visa
status. In addition to those individuals who entered the U.S.
on student visas, this population includes students in dependent
status who are eligible to enroll full-time in an academic program.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
or the Office of International Services (312-996-3121 or ois@uic.edu)
for further information.
Grace and Conrad Kroll Scholarship - $1,000
Eligibility:
-Currently enrolled UIC undergraduate
-Preference is given to a “first generation”
college student whose parents did not graduate from college
-Preference is given to students with verifiable
financial need and who demonstrate academic merit
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
for further information.
Jeri Parker Award - $500
Eligibility:
-Continuing UIC student with sophomore or junior standing
-Preference is given to female applicants
-Must have a UIC grade point average of 3.0 or above
-Preference is given to applicants with financial
need
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
for further information.
Donald and Leah Riddle Prize- $1,000
Eligibility:
- Academic excellence (open to all majors and colleges)
- Leadership on campus or in the community
- Graduating senior (summer or fall 2007 or spring
2008)
- Presented to the outstanding graduating senior
each year
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
or Janet Madia (312-413-2260 or jmadia@uic.edu)
for further information.
Salinas-Chapa
Family Memorial Award- $ 1,000
Eligibility:
-Currently enrolled, full-time undergraduate who
has completed at least one semester at UIC
- Demonstrate financial need
- Must have a UIC grade point average of 2.75/4.00
- Preference will be given to students of Mexican
descent who are first or second generation living in the United
States
- Preference also given to students who are first
to attend college in their family
- Show involvement in community activities as demonstrated
by a written statement (please click here
for required essay).
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
FOR APPLICATION FOR THIS AWARD: Please download the special
instructions here.
Please also note that application instructions for the common
Scholarship Association application can be found by
clicking here. All application materials will be
due on February 15, 2008.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
for further information.
Eileen and Michael Tanner Award-
$ 1,000
Eligibility:
-Currently enrolled undergraduate student
- Academic excellence, minimum GPA of 3.2/4.0 or
higher
-Demonstrated financial need
-Demonstrated commitment to helping the underserved
communities of Chicago
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
for further information.
College of Architecture
and the Arts
Chicago Bar Association Entertainment Commitee
Music Award-
- For a continuing music major in the Department
of Performing Arts
- Selection is by audition before the music faculty
- One award each in piano, concert band, jazz ensemble
and choral ensemble
- During the academic year following the award:
.Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
or Bonnie Osborne (312-413-1058 or bosbo@uic.edu)
for further information.
Chicago Bar Association Entertainment Committee
Theater Award-
Eligibility:
- For a continuing full time undergraduate student
who is a theater major in good academic standing and enrolled
for at least 12 semester hours
- Must have attended UIC for at least 2 semesters
and have at least 2 semesters remaining before graduation
-The recipient will be honored at the College of
Architecture and the Arts fall awards convocation
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
or Bonnie Osborne (312-413-1058 or bosbo@uic.edu)
for further information.
Joy and Bob Harnack Memorial Award-
Eligibility:
- To assist one or two outstanding members of departmental
music ensembles or pianists in completing a degree program.
-Ordinarily given to a student completing the junior
year
- Selection is by audition before the music faculty
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
or Bonnie Osborne (312-413-1058 or bosbo@uic.edu)
for further information.
Judith Ikenberry Award- $1,000
Eligibility:
- A student enrolled in the creative arts in the
College of Architecture and the Arts
- Strong academic record, and a grade point average
of 3.2/4.0 or higher
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
or Vince Paglione ( vincenzo@uic.edu)
for further information.
Peter Langmar Memorial Design Award - $500
Eligibility:
-Junior or senior standing is required
-Must be a major in Industrial Design
-Must have a 3.0 grade point average or above
-Must submit design samples
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
or Vince Paglione ( vincenzo@uic.edu)
for further information.
College of
Business Administration
Bassett, Chiswick, Kosobud and Stokes Award-
$500
Eligibility:
- Undergraduate or graduate student, full or part-time
-Outstanding student record in economics
- Preference is given to female applicants
Please contact the Economics department, 2103
UH, for applications and further information.
Ronald P. Moses Economics Club Award- $500
Eligibility:
- Junior or senior in good standing who has made
contributions to the Economics Club or Department of Economics
Please contact the Economics Department, 2103
UH, for applications and further information.
Josephine Margraff Memorial Award-
$500
Eligibility:
- Female UIC student who has completed at least
three college-level accounting courses and plans to enter the
accounting profession.
-Demonstrates high academic achievement as well
as a commitment to serving others.
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
or Mary Jo Bohr (312-642-4210 or mjbohr@sbcglobal.net) for further
information.
Sylvia L. Saffrin Memorial Award-
$900
Eligibility:
- Undergraduate of junior or senior standing majoring
in economics, or a graduate student in the Master of Arts or PhD
program in economics
- Academically outstanding
- US citizenship is required
Please contact the Economics Department, 2103
UH, for applications or for more information.
Trace-Derrick Award- $600
Eligibility:
- Junior or senior in the College of Business Administration
- Majoring in information and decision sciences
- Academically outstanding
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
or Stacey Walters (deven@uic.edu)
for further information.
Ralph Westfall Award - $700
Eligibility:
- Freshman with a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0 majoring
in a business field
- Preference to applicants with demonstrated financial
need
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions. Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs (312-355-2477
or sauic@uic.edu) or Stacey
Walters (deven@uic.edu) for
further information.
College
of Engineering
Please contact the College of Engineering main office
(Mary Larsen, 312-996-3463) for award information and applications.
College of Liberal
Arts and Sciences
Violet Bergquist Redding Award-
$500
Eligibility:
- Undergraduate student, junior standing or higher,
majoring in the Teaching of Spanish (preference will be given
to students who are not graduating)
- Minimum 3.0/4.0 GPA
- Minimum 3.5/4.0 foreign language GPA
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
or Inma Taboada (taboada@uic.edu)
for further information.
Cathy Hill Cawthon Memorial Award- $500
Eligibility:
- Student must have at least sophomore standing
and be majoring in mathematics.
- Preference will be given to female students.
- Preference will be given to continuing students
(not graduating).
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-335-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
or Mary Hemby (mtoliver@uic.edu) for further information.
Chicago Bar Association Entertainment Committee
Criminal Justice Graduate Award- $500
Eligibility:
-Graduate student enrolled in criminal justice
- Award to be used to pay the costs of pursuing
a graduate degree in criminal justice
- Recognition will be given to students with a record
of involvement and participation in theatrical and musical activities
on campus or in their communities.
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
or Donna Dorney (312-413-7662 or ddorney@uic.edu)
for further information.
Chicago Bar Association Entertainment Committee
Criminal Justice Undergraduate Award- $500
Eligibility:
- For a UIC undergraduate criminal justice major
who has been admitted to or is enrolled in a UIC graduate program
in criminal justice
- Award will be used to pay the costs of pursuing
a graduate degree in criminal justice
-Recognition will be given to students with a record
of involvement and participation in theatrical and musical activities
on campus or in their communities.
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
or Donna Dorney (312-413-7662 or ddorney@uic.edu)
for further information.
Hirsch Family Award- $600
Eligibility:
-Continuing full-time (12 credit hours) undergraduate
student in biological sciences or neuroscience
- Minimum UIC GPA of 3.5/4.0
- Financial need is a consideration, but not a requirement
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
or Lynne Wiora (312-996-2217 or wiora@uic.edu)
for further information.
Peter and Elsie May Klassen Memorial Award-
$700
Eligibility:
- Continuing, upper division undergraduate student
in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences with at least 60 semester
hours
- At least a 3.5/4.0 GPA
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
for further information.
Donald and Patricia Langenberg Award
- $500
Eligibility:
- Continuing undergraduate student, with preference
to a woman or minority student
- Must be majoring in mathematics, statistics or
the natural sciences
- Student must intend to pursue graduate study in
their field (Masters level or PhD work). Pre-medicine students
are not eligible.
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
or Janet Madia at the (312-413-2260 or jmadia@uic.edu)
for further information.
Norman Nachtrieb Memorial Award-
$900
Eligibility:
- Continuing (not graduating) sophomore, junior
or senior who is majoring in chemistry (BA or BS), biochemistry,
or teacher education in chemistry
- Must have a 3.0/4.0 GPA and show scientific promise
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs (312-355-2477
or sauic@uic.edu) or Scott
Shippy (sshippy@uic.edu)
for further information.
Michael J. Piorkowski Award- $500
Eligibility:
- Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0
- Graduate student in good standing in biopsychology
or cognitive psychology who displays creativity, strength of character,
and a love of people
Nominations and selection are made by the psychology
department.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
for further information.
Joel M. Rothschild Award- $500
Eligibility:
- Outstanding graduating senior who has an interest
in pursuing graduate work in geographic studies
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312) 355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
for further information.
Robert and Corrinne Silver Award - $500
Eligibility:
-Continuing undergraduate English major with an
emphasis on literature
-Must have at least a 3.0 grade point average or
above
-Preference is given to applicants demonstrating
financial need
-Contact Robin Grey, Director of Undergraduate Studies
in the English Department, for application and award information.
Richard H. Ward Award- $900
Eligibility:
- A current criminal justice practitioner, or one
on leave from his/her agency, or one recently retired pursuing
a degree. International students who meet these criteria are also
eligible.
- The award is non-renewable
- Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0
- Sophomore standing or higher
- Preference will be given to graduate and full-time
students
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
or Donna Dorney (312-413-7662 or ddorney@uic.edu)
for further information.
Mark Wyatt Award- $500
-Eligibility:
-For an academically outstanding undergraduate majoring
in biological sciences, biochemistry, or neuroscience
- Applicants must be planning to attend medical
school
- Preference is given to continuing students (not
graduating) who have demonstrated leadership and a passion for
research
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
or Janet Madia at the (312-413-2260 or jmadia@uic.edu)
for further information.
Jane Addams College
of Social Work
Sandra and Furio Alberti Memorial Award-
$500
Eligibility:
-Must be a continuing student in the Jane Addams College of Social
Work
-Preference is given to female students
-Minimum GPA of a 3.0/4.0
Applications are due on February 15, 2008. Please
click here
for the application instructions.
Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs
(312-355-2477 or sauic@uic.edu)
or Edward Potts (312-996-3218 or epotts@uic.edu)
for further information.
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