Program on the Environment

The Environmental Leadership Scholarship recognizes the outstanding achievements, leadership skills, and potential of students pursuing a future in the environmental field. Two Environmental Leadership Scholarships of $1,000 each will be awarded to two students in the major who demonstrate a passion for environmental studies, integrative thought and action in their academics and activities, and a vision of how they hope to make a positive difference in the world.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible you must:

• Be officially declared as an Environmental Studies major at the time of application and receipt of award
• Be registered for UW credits for Spring Quarter 2016
• Demonstrate academic excellence with a minimum cumulative UW GPA of 3.25
• Not have previously received an Environmental Leadership scholarship

Application Process

• Submit application materials using the Catalyst dropbox: https://catalyst.uw.edu/workspace/poedesk/53875/427752
  • Personal Statement (2 page max) that addresses:
    • How you define and demonstrate your passion for environmental studies.
    • Your commitment to and engagement in integrative thought and action in your academic studies and other activities (this could be through research projects, community engagement, or other examples).
    • Your vision of how you hope to make a positive difference in the world once you complete your environmental studies degree.
  • Résumé, including the names of two references from whom you requested recommendations (.pdf, .doc, or .rtf file format)
• Recommendations
  • Two recommendations (at least one from a UW faculty member, the other can be a supervisor, advisor, or other instructor). Recommendations are submitted by your reference through a brief Catalyst survey (quick questions followed by a space for additional comments or a letter of recommendation).
    • Link to give your references: https://catalyst.uw.edu/webq/survey/poedesk/302460
  • Submit your application materials using Dropbox: https://catalyst.uw.edu/workspace/poedesk/53875/427752

Due Date

• Application, résumé, and recommendations must be submitted no later than May 20, 2016 at 5:00 pm. Please contact Ana Wieman with any questions: enviradv@uw.edu. Thank you!

The Mary Gates Endowment for Students is currently accepting scholarship applications.  Mary Gates scholarships provide up to $4,000 ($2,000 per quarter for up to two quarters) for students to pursue leadership or research/creative/scholarly activities.  These scholarships benefit students in the current academic year, and are open to all UW undergraduate students regardless of class year, major, residency status or home campus.  

Information Sessions (one or two sessions daily; select one session):*

Mon. 1/4, 2:30-3:20 PM and 3:30-4:20 PM

Wed. 1/6, 10:00-10:50 AM

Thur. 1/7, 2:30-3:20 PM and 3:30-4:20 PM

Fri., 1/8, 12:30-1:20 PM and 1:30-2:20 PM

*Information Sessions listed above will be held on the Seattle campus in Mary Gates Hall (MGH) room 171-E, in the Center for Experiential Learning & Diversity (EXPD).  No registration necessary.

Leadership Application Workshop:

Wednesday, Jan. 20 at 4:00-5:50 PM in MGH 171  RSVP

(Pre-registration is requested, but not required.) Leadership Deadline: Monday, January 25 at 5:00 PM

Research Application Workshops (select one):

Thursday, Jan. 21 at 4:00-5:50 PM in MGH 171  RSVP

Monday, Jan. 25 at 4:00-5:50 PM in MGH 171  RSVP

(Pre-registration is requested, but not required.) Research Deadline: Monday, February 1 at 5:00 PM

Begin the online application and learn more on the CELP website.  

Email mgates@uw.edu with any questions. 

Are you interested in study abroad and working with the government? If so, consider applying for the Boren scholarship and get paid to learn a new language, live elsewhere and gain valuable professional skills. 

Apply by: January 11, 2016.

CliffsNotes version of the Boren Undergraduate Scholarship

Award Amounts:

• $8,000 for a summer program (special initiative for STEM students only)
• $10,000 for a semester abroad (think about anyone you know going on a relevant exchange)
• $20,000 for a full academic year

Basics:

• Scholarship to be used for study abroad programs that include language
• Preference given to less commonly taught languages
• Students must be able to articulate the significance of their proposed country, region or language to U.S. National Security. This is broadly defined and could include challenges of global society: sustainable development, environmental degradation, global disease and hunger, population growth and migration, economic competitiveness among others.
• If awarded, students must agree to work for the government.

Examples of Service

• Intelligence Analyst, Central Intelligence Agency
• Foreign Service Officer, Department of State
• Policy Analyst, Department of Defense
• Asylum Officer, Department of Homeland Security
• Private Sector Analyst, Department of Homeland Security
• Foreign Affairs Intern, Congress
• Family and Military Community Coordinator, Department of Defense
• International Affairs Specialist, National Aeronautics and Space Administration
• Fisheries Scientist, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Please email Emily Smith. Global Opportunities Adviser at the Center for Experiential Learning and Diversity at emilys42@uw.edu if interested.

The College of the Environment has announced their undergraduate scholarships for the 2016-2017 academic year, including one specific to Environmental Studies. See details below!

Application Deadline: March 25, 2016 (awards will be announced in late April 2016)

Scholarships for Returning Undergraduates

• College of the Environment Scholarships – open to all College of the Environment students
• Del Rio Environmental Studies Scholarship –  open to students with an interest in the environment who are participating in the Educational Opportunity Program, which promotes academic success and graduation for under-represented ethnic minority, economically disadvantaged and first generation college students at the University of Washington.
• Yakama Nation Endowed Fund for Student Support – open to any Yakama Nation tribal member who is a student in the College of the Environment

For more details, visit the College Scholarship page.

Eligibility

Scholarships are available for undergraduate students pursuing a major in the College of the Environment. Previous recipients may re-apply. Award decisions are based upon a combination of academic merit and financial need. At this time, all College of the Environment Scholarships require that students have unmet financial need as determined by the University of Washington Office of Student Financial Aid. Thus, you must have a current FAFSA or WASFA on file to be considered for these scholarships.

Award Amounts

Award amounts for all scholarships vary depending on financial need, but typically range from $2,500-$6,500 annually. Award amounts will be distributed over the course of Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters during the 2016-2017 academic year, paid directly to the recipient’s student account.

To Apply:

• Complete the Scholarship Application Survey
• Submit the following to the Scholarship and Funding Committee Dropbox
• Unofficial transcripts from UW (or community college/HS transcripts if at UW less than 2 quarters)
• Personal Statement (1 page maximum) that indicates in the header which scholarship(s) you are applying for and includes the following separate sections: Statement of Academic and Professional Goals: Please include your intended major if you are undeclared. Please describe your academic and professional goals. Comment on your progress towards completing course requirements for your major/degree. Describe any other relevant experiences that have influenced your academic path.
• Statement of Financial Need: If applicable, please describe circumstances creating financial need and the impact of the scholarship on your annual financial need.

Questions? Contact coenvaa@uw.edu.

How can inclusion change conservation?

The Doris Duke Conservation Scholars Program at UW gathers students from across the country for an immersive 2-month summer program to dig deep into matters of social justice and biodiversity conservation.

DDCSP@UW is designed for students who want to pursue a career path in conservation and are at the beginning of their studies at a four-year college.

Applicants must be interested in how humans interact with the nature…that’s you, Environmental Studies students!

Applicants must be U.S. citizens or “dreamers.”

More details

From the Doris Duke Conservation Scholars Program: Engage with people, exploring their conservation issues and landscapes across the urban – wildlands gradient of Washington State – the places where conservation is actively unfolding. Interacting as a single group, together with instructors, conservation professionals, and community members at the heart of conservation controversies, DDCSP Scholars will learn to use the natural and social science techniques that underpin inclusive conservation.

Want more information? Check out the Frequently Asked Questions or contact DDCSP@uw.edu.

Conservation Scholars have all travel, food and lodging paid during their 8-week summer program, and will receive a weekly stipend of $500.

Read more about last year’s scholar stories via the College of the Environment and apply to be a part of the 2016 cohort. This is an amazing opportunity to discover how you can make a difference, to develop leadership skills and to start carving your future career.

• Are you working towards positive solutions to environmental challenges or to issues impacting Native America Public Policy or Health Care?
• Have you demonstrated your commitment to one of these areas through public service?
• Do you inspire and motivate others to take action?
• Are you committed to making a difference through civility and consensus building?

The Morris & Stewart Udall Scholarship offers current college students an opportunity to share that commitment with others, work with professionals in the field and receive up to $7,000 for academic expenses. The Udall scholarship honors the legacies of Morris Udall and Stewart Udall, whose careers had a significant impact on Native American self-governance, health care, and the stewardship of public lands and natural resources.  The Udall is open to sophomores, juniors and seniors who are pursuing a bachelor’s degree full time during the 2016-2017 academic year. 

Applicants for the Udall Scholarship should be interested in the following issues:

• Tribal Policy – For Native Americans and Alaska Natives working on an array of policy issues in Indian country
• Native Health Care – For Native Americans and Alaska Natives pursuing health-related careers
• Environment – For all undergraduates with demonstrated interest in conservation and environmental issues

RSVP for Upcoming Information Session: 3:00–3:50pm, Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2015 in the MGH 173R conference room.

For more information, visit the Udall website or contact the UW Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships and Awards (206-221-6059).