Travel Awards
Information on travel awards provided by The University of Rochester Graduate Women In Science (GWIS)
Application deadlines are November 15th and April 15th. You must be a graduate student in years 1 through 5 and an active participant in GWIS. Travel will be sponsored on the basis of scientific merit and need.
Application Process:
- Submit a completed Application Form along with a copy of your C.V., and copies of your peer-reviewed publications to Stephanie Scoville
- Request that your Ph.D. mentor and one of your Ph.D. advisory committee members each forward a letter of reference to Stephanie Scoville.
A one-page follow-up report from travel awardees is required within one month after travel is completed. This should be submitted to Stephanie Scoville.
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Gloria Asantewaa Receives GWIS Travel and Conference Award
Thursday, March 21, 2024
Gloria Asantewaa is a 5th year doctoral candidate in Dr. Isaac Harris’ lab. Gloria received a travel and conference award from GWIS to attend the Keystone Symposium on Tumor Metabolism in Banff, Alberta, Canada from February 12-16, 2024.
View Gloria’s travel report
Nick Rugelis Receives GWIS Travel and Conference Award
Friday, February 23, 2024
Nick Rugelis is a 4th year doctoral candidate in Dr. Jeff Hayes’ lab. Nick received a travel and conference award from GWIS to attend the Biophysical Society National Meeting in Philadelphia, PA from February 10 – 14, 2024.
View Nick’s travel report followup