Scholarships available for selected undergraduate, post-baccalaureate certificate, graduate (masters or doctorate) women* students and their faculty and staff mentors who are conducting innovative research or developing creative projects
Proposal Deadline: Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024
Dorothy Goodwin, educator, politician, world traveler, visionary, and family member, inspired women and girls to live beyond limitations and realize their full potential. She recognized and modeled that reaching one’s potential requires challenging opportunities, committed mentors, and financial support. In honor of her influence and philanthropic spirit, and with gratitude for the generosity of her friends, The Women’s Advancement Initiative is proud to announce the 2024—2025 Dorothy Goodwin Scholars Program.
Eligibility
Dorothy Goodwin Scholars will be creative self-starters who meet the following criteria:
- Be a woman* student at the University of Hartford, full-time or part-time in good standing during the project period.
- Be in good academic standing with a 3.0 ≥ for overall GPA.
- Develop and be able to implement an innovative creative, scholarly, or research project that will be explored in partnership with a University of Hartford mentor (faculty, adjunct faculty, or staff).
- Be a sophomore, junior, senior or post-baccalaureate certificate student or a graduate student (masters or doctorate) when applying for and completing project. Up to 25 percent of scholarships to be awarded may be allocated to graduate students.
Award Detail
Selected student applicants will receive a total award package of $1,000-$3,000. In addition, faculty and staff mentors will also receive $500 towards professional development in recognition of their service and project oversight.
View the complete application requirements here.
*Gender diverse students may apply.