Scholarships in Life Sciences Communication
Because of the generosity of Life Sciences Communication alumni and friends, we are able to offer scholarships for outstanding undergraduate and graduate students in our program. Below is a complete listing of the scholarships currently offered by the department.
How to apply:
Please simply fill out the CALS Continuing Student Scholarship Application. You can access the application through your student center at MyUW under “Scholarships@UW-Madison”. Once you have entered your campus ID number, the portal will automatically take you to the CALS application.
Remember, when you complete the Continuing Student Scholarship Application, you will automatically be considered for any scholarship for which you are qualified. This includes Life Sciences Communication Scholarships as well as scholarships throughout the rest of CALS. Please contact LSC Program Administration if you have any questions.
Deadline: Feb 4, 2013 at midnight.
All CALS students who submit an application will be considered for all CALS scholarships as appropriate depending on some or all of the following: academic achievement, personal qualifications, financial need, career interests, and/or major/program of interest.
To be considered for scholarships with a financial need component you must have a FAFSA filed. Please review this website.
To ensure consideration of your scholarship application, it must be received by midnight, February 4, 2013. Distribution of all CALS awards is contingent on your acceptance to UW-Madison and enrollment in a CALS program in Fall 2013.
Please email undergrads@cals.wisc.edu, for both undergraduate and graduate inquiries, or call 608/262-3003 for more information about CALS scholarships.
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Robert Bjorklund Life Sciences Communication Scholarship
This fund was established by Jane Bjorklund in memory of her brother Robert, a CALS graduate who enjoyed a career focused on writing about agriculture and science. This scholarship pays in-state tuition for one year for the recipient.
Recent Recipients
| Laura Elliot, 2010
| Jenna Ewert, 2009
| Emily Treu, 2009
| Andrea Parins, 2008
| Jordan Galles, 2008
| Timothy Clark, 2007
| Christine Lepple, 2006
Lloyd and Genevieve Bostian Scholarship
Professor Lloyd Bostian and his wife “Gennie” together earned three degrees from UW-Madison. They have established a fund that supports students interested in science communication.
Recent Recipients
| Julie Martin, 2010
| Mitchell Larson, 2010
| Jessica Schaeffer, 2009
| Jessica Moen, 2009
| Benjamin Kuo, 2008
| Brian Sweeney, 2007
| Peggy Suie Dierckx, 2006
| Christina Mullen, 2005
| Jan Holmes, 2005
| Robert Beets, 2005
| Dana Pronschinske, 2004
| Nicole Hosto, 2004
Jean Fewster Life Sciences Communication Award
This award was established by Jean Fewster, who earned a master’s degree in Home Economics Journalism and a doctoral degree in Mass Communication from LSC. Jean also became a part-time faculty member in the department. The award supports graduate students, with preference given to women pursuing degrees linking communication, women and families, and rural or international development.
Recent Recipients
| Jill Hopke, 2010
| Patrick Wright, 2009
| Elizabeth Goers, 2009
| Chongchit Sripun Robert, 2008
| Camille Rogers, 2008
| Kate Tillery-Danzer, 2007
| Laurel Norris, 2007
| Heather Akin, 2007
| Roberto Rodriquez, 2006
| Lori Jagielski, 2006
| Vidal Quevedo, 2005
| Juli Hinds, 2005
| Patrisia Gonzales, 2005
Brian Howell Scholarship
Brian Howell had a vibrant career as a journalist at the Wisconsin State Journal and as editor of Madison Magazine. In addition to his full-time work as a journalist, he taught in the Department of Life Sciences Communication and had a dramatic impact on students. When Brian died at the age of 53, his colleagues in the media established the Brian Howell Scholarship, which is awarded to a student who shares Brian’s values.
Recent Recipients
| Dimitry Voronov, 2010
| Heather Akin, 2008
| Nik Sutter, 2007
| Vidal Quevedo, 2006
Lenore Landry Life Sciences Communication Internship
UW Extension Professor Lenore Landry established this fund to support students who research, write and share information on natural resources with the public, especially through Wisconsin Public Radio. Recipients complete communication assignments in order to benefit from the award.
Recent Recipients
| Kathy Esposito, 2010
| Rebekah Gillespie, 2009
| Ryan Kupfer, 2008
| Amy Ogburn, 2007
| Brooke Knudson, 2005
Frank Lessiter Ag Media Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to recognize a LSC student actively pursuing a career in agricultural trade media. It was created by Mike Lessiter to honor his father, Frank Lessiter, who started Lessiter Publications in 1981. This scholarship is new for the 2013-2014 academic year.
Nellie McCannon Life Sciences Communication Award
Professor Emerita Nellie McCannon held a joint appointment with LSC and the School of Human Ecology. She has established this award to assist both undergraduate and graduate students by providing funds for educational experiences.
Recent Recipients
| Ashley Anderson, 2010
| Tawny Chandler, 2010
| MIchael Cacciatore, 2010
| Patricia Hernandez, 2010
| Kelsey Olson, 2010
| Tanya Zimmerman, 2009
| Christine Fox, 2009
| Katherine Dogs, 2009
| Kajsa Dalrymple, 2009
| Rachel Zwirlein, 2008
| Dimitry Voronov, 2008
| Nicholas Brigham Schmuhl, 2008
| Noel Benedetti, 2008
| Owen Taylor Smith, 2007
| Peter Ladwig, 2007
| Eulalia Puig Abril, 2007
| Andrew Binder, 2007
| Travis Balinas, 2007
| Max Hooker, 2006
| Elizabeth Ahlberg, 2006
| Brenda Klusmeyer, 2005
| Kristin Haakenson, 2005
Kevin and Jacqueline Hitchon McSweeney Student Award
This award is made available to undergraduate and graduate students working on a project at the University of Wisconsin Arboretum to further public engagement.
Recent Recipients
| James Spartz, 2009
| Fawn Youngbear-Tibbets, 2008
| Vidal Quevedo, 2008
National Agricultural Marketing Association Team Award
This award is presented annually to the student serving as the National Agricultural Marketing Association’s (NAMA) president. The NAMA student president spends countless hours each semester directing the team product and preparing for the annual competition. This award honors and recognizes the student that goes above and beyond to help the NAMA team succeed.
Recent Recipients
| Shelly Bohn, 2009
| Alicia Schultz, 2008
| Andrew Peterson, 2007
John E. and Elizabeth B. Ross Scholarship
Professor Emeritus John Ross and his wife Elizabeth Ross have established a full in-state tuition scholarship for the purpose of assisting and recognizing high potential students in the department. The recipient should excel in science communication in order to receive an annual tuition remission.
Recent Recipients
| Katie Dogs, 2010
| Mitchell Larson, 2009
| Andrea Bloom, 2008
| Nicole Schmidt, 2007
| Nicole Miller, 2006
| Anne Perkins, 2005
| Katherine Ernest, 2005
J. W. Watt Memorial Scholarship
The scholarship was established by Watt Publishing Company in the late 1950’s for an annual scholarship in LSC.
Recent Recipients
| Kyle Nachreiner, 2010
| Rachael Herschleb, 2009
| Christine Lamm, 2008
| Angela Fisher, 2007
Maurice E. and Grace Witter White Life Sciences Communication Scholarship
Professor Emeritus Maury White and his wife Grace Witter White are both UW alumni and have established a scholarship for an undergraduate or graduate student with a strong interest in science communication.
Recent Recipients
| Allison Howell, 2010
| Julie Martin, 2009
| Elizabeth Ryan, 2008
| Buffy Sacia, 2007
| Michael Cacciatore, 2007
Association of Women in Agriculture Scholarship
Recent Recipients
| Connie Eibergen, 2010
| Sarah Sacker, 2010
John DeGrand and Mary Ellen Coryell Scholarship
Recent Recipients
| Sarah Sacker, 2010
Charles Eckburg Memorial Junior Award
Recent Recipients
| Laura Elliot, 2010
Laurence F. Graber Scholarship
Recent Recipients
| Anna Bethmann, 2010
Otto and Gaylord Hill Family Dairy Sciences Legacy Scholarship
Recent Recipients
| Danielle Brown, 2010
Larry D. Setter Association of Women in Agriculture Dairy Science Scholarship
Recent Recipients
| Danielle Brown, 2010
| Melanie Balinas, 2010
Albert J. and Adelaide Riker Scholarship
Recent Recipients
| Anna Bethmann, 2010
Edna F. and Walter E. Schmidt Academic Merit Award
Recent Recipients
| Laura Elliot, 2010
Wisconsin Rural Opportunities Foundation Award
Recent Recipients
| Danielle Brown, 2010
| Tawny Chandler, 2010
| Katie Dogs, 2010
Wisconsin Rural Youth Scholarship
Recent Recipients
| Brianna Ditzenberger, 2010
