SWS Diversity Program Undergraduate Mentoring Awards

The Society of Wetland Scientists (SWS), established in 1980 to foster the exchange of information related to wetlands and with members from academic, government, and private consulting sectors, is proud to present NSF-funded opportunities that provide travel awards and career mentoring for underrepresented undergraduate students at our annual meeting. The goal is to introduce underrepresented students to career opportunities in wetland science. Funding is also provided by several SWS Chapters (Mid-Atlantic, South Atlantic, North Central, Western, and Pacific Northwest)

For more information about the SWS Diversity Program contact:
Dr. Frank P. Day
Old Dominion University
fday@odu.edu

Apply for an award to travel to the 2009 Annual Meeting of the Society of Wetland Scientists in Madison, Wisconsin (22-26 June).
Successful applicants will receive:

1. Travel expenses (including airfare, hotel room, meals, and conference fees) for the 2009 SWS Annual Meeting.
2. Mentors to provide guidance and career advice.
3. Special activities to introduce participants to postgraduate and career opportunities and meet professionals from diverse fields.
4. The opportunity to present research posters.

Applications are no longer being accepted for the 2009 meeting.

For Undergraduate Applicants:
Travel Award Announcement
Travel Award Application [PDF]

Volunteer to be a Mentor! [details]

Alert Your Students: Post this unique opportunity! [PDF]

The SWS Diversity Program Mentoring Award recipients at the 2008 annual SWS meeting in Washington, DC.