| DENNIS RAVELING SCHOLARSHIP
The Dennis Raveling Scholarship for Waterfowl Research is awarded
annually to a student(s) with a desire to pursue a career in waterfowl
or wetlands ecology. Awards are based on the candidate's resolve,
high academic achievement, and project merit. Candidates must be
pursuing an advanced university degree in: Wildlife, Zoology, Botany,
Ecology, or other pertinent biological science. Applicants should
submit a ONE page proposal summary description on an original research
or management project. Applicants should be prepared to submit a
detailed project proposal if requested. The Scholarship is intended
to provide field experience and training in the tools, methods,
and concepts of waterfowl and wetlands research and management.
A committee composed of previous students and professional colleagues
of Dennis Raveling will select the winning candidates. There will
be two awards given this year.
• 1st Place will be $2000 paid in quarterly installments
• 2nd Place will be $1,000 paid in quarterly installments
Applicants should submit a resume and a brief (one page) study proposal
or statement explaining the course of study for which they need
support. This material must be accompanied by a letter from a faculty
member indicating willingness to sponsor the candidate and detailing
any requirements (e.g. provision for a final report or thesis) for
receiving university credit. Names and phone numbers of two references
are also required (include at least one University instructor and/or
previous employment supervisor). All materials should be submitted
by October 31, 2007.
Complete package should include:
• ONE page, single-spaced Proposal Summary
• Resume
• Statement of Interest
• Letter of Support from faculty member
• Names and phone numbers of two references
(NO STAPLES PLEASE)
Mail to:
California Waterfowl Association
4630 Northgate Blvd., Suite 150
Sacramento, CA 95834
Attn: Nicole Berset |
