SWS Minority Undergraduate Travel-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 for underrepresented undergraduate students. Funding is also provided by the Washington meeting organizers, SWS Chapters (Mid-Atlantic, Pacific Northwest, South Atlantic, Western), and Huffman & Carpenter, Inc.
Apply for an award to travel to the 2008 Annual Meeting of the Society of Wetland Scientists in Washington, DC (26-30 May).
Successful applicants will receive:
• Full funding of travel expenses and conference fees
• Opportunities to interact with mentors who will provide valuable information for your continued success in science
Application Deadline: Nov. 30, 2007
For Undergraduate Applicants:
Travel Award Announcement
Travel Award Application [PDF]
Volunteer to be a Mentor! [details]
Alert Your Students: Post this unique opportunity! [PDF]
For more information and application materials, contact:
Dr. Frank P. Day
Old Dominion University
fday@odu.edu
This unique program is generously funded by the National Science Foundation, the Washington DC meeting organizers, SWS Chapters (Mid-Atlantic, Pacific Northwest, South Atlantic, Western), and Huffman & Carpenter, Inc.
