Undergraduate Scholarships

Laura Sylvia Myers Scholarship:

This scholarship recognizes one female undergraduate student who has demonstrated a commitment to feminist ideals and/or leadership with a monetary award. It is available to students who have completed all requirements for graduation and who have earned a minor in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. Preference is given to students with a minimum GPA of 3.7, with financial need, and/or who are active in public/community service. Following the best practices in the field of Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies, “female” includes all those who currently identify as female.

The WGSS Activism Award:

This nonmonetary award is given to an undergraduate student annually in recognition of outstanding praxis in WGSS.

Nominations and awards are determined by the WGSS Scholarship Committee, chaired by the Director. Calls for nominations are circulated by email. To join the email list or for more information about WGSS Scholarships, Fellowships, and Awards, contact the Center.