This scholarship was established to recognize women pursuing an advanced degree in the fields of Public and Environmental Health. The Scholarship is named in honor of Charlena Seymour whose professional accomplishments and vision, leadership, and compassion for her fellow man make her an outstanding role-model to women.
$1000 will be awarded. The winner will be notified by September 1st. A formal announcement of the winner will be made at the AEHS Foundation Annual International Conference on Soils, Sediments, Water, & Energy in October.
The Foundation is currently accepting contributions for this scholarship. Please make checks payable to “AEHS Foundation/Charlena Seymour Scholarship Fund” and mail to AEHS Foundation, 150 Fearing Street, Suite 21, Amherst, MA 01002.
One hundred percent of your donation will go directly into the scholarship fund. All related expenses, such as administration and overhead, are paid for by the AEHS Foundation.
QUALIFICATIONS: The Scholarship will be awarded to female applicants pursuing a graduate degree in Public Health and/or Environmental Health from any accredited U.S. University or College. The applicant must exhibit academic, professional, and personal qualities that best exemplify Dr. Seymour’s life, namely: a dedication to high academic and professional standards; a vision of effective leadership; helping and mentoring associates, colleagues, and friends; and a consideration for all humanity.
HOW TO APPLY:
1. Letter of Application: Applicant should provide a letter clearly identifying those life experiences (i.e., personal, academic, and work-related) that qualify her for consideration of the award.
2. Official transcript(s) of grades from all post-high school institution(s). E-transcripts preferred, sent directly to laura@aehsfoundation.org. Please note that e-transcripts may have an expiration date of 30 days after receipt, so do not send until June. Mailed transcripts also accepted (mail to: AEHS Foundation, Attn: Laura, 150 Fearing St., Suite 21, Amherst, MA 01002)
3.Three letters of reference: one personal, one work-related, and one academic. Letters of reference may be submitted together with the application materials or emailed directly to laura@aehsfoundation.org from the individual who is providing the reference. Please specify in the email which type of letter it is (personal, work-related, or academic).
4. Documentation of the graduate program and institution she is attending or will be attending (i.e., letter of acceptance if the student will begin the program in the upcoming semester, or current transcript showing enrollment in the upcoming semester).
Please note that all correspondence with applicants is done via email so AEHS Foundation must have the applicant's email address.
All materials may be sent to laura@aehsfoundation.org or mailed to AEHS Foundation, Attn: Laura, 150 Fearing Street, Suite 21, Amherst, MA 01002.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: July 1, 2023
AWARD DATE: September 1, 2023
AWARD ADMINISTRATION: This scholarship will be paid directly to the recipient's graduate institution after September 1, 2023.