Dr. J. DAVID LOVE FIELD GEOLOGY FELLOWSHIP INTENT: To promote the practice of field geology. AREA OF INTEREST: This Fellowship honors the memory of Dave Love, a dedicated field geologist with few equals. His work has been paramount in the understanding of Wyoming geology. As such the Fellowship is reserved for assistance to field geology projects in Wyoming and the Rocky Mountain region. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS: To be considered for this fellowship, an applicant must be currently enrolled in a graduate program (M.S. or Ph.D.) at a private or state college or university and be doing a field geology project. A candidate may receive the award only once. If a candidate applied, but did not receive the award previously they are encouraged to reapply with an update on their research. SOURCE OF FUNDS: In 1987 the Wyoming Geological Association established an endowment fund, the J. David Love Wyoming Field Geology Fellowship Fund, to honor J. David Love upon his retirement from the United States Geological Survey. Interest from this fund is used for the grants. APPLICATIONS: Application forms can be downloaded from the WGA website (www.wyogeo.org) or obtained from Dr. Kent A. Sundell, WGA Scholarship Chairman, Casper College, P. O. Box 1543, Casper, WY 82602, phone (307) 268-2498, ksundell@caspercollege. Forms for 2013 are available after Febuary 1, 2013. DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Applications should be submitted (postmarked) no later than March 8, 2013. SELECTION COMMITTEE: A committee composed of the Wyoming Geological Association Scholarship Committee, a Love family member and a representative of the Wyoming Geological Survey will screen applications and select the recipients of the fellowships. The committee expects to have made its selection by May 10, 2013.
2 0 13 G R A N T A P P L I C A T I O N J. DAVID LOVE FELLOWSHIP Wyoming Geological Association The following form should be filled out and submitted as an application for a grant from the J. David Love - Wyoming Field Geology Fellowship. The grants will be made in support of field geology projects and have been established to honor J. David Love. Grant requirements are as follows: 1) graduate status, 2) field project located in Wyoming or the Rocky mountain region. Criteria considered for selection of the recipient(s) will include, but not be limited to, availability of other financial support, documentation of budget needs and preparation of the application. The grant or grants may vary in amount rom $500 to $1,500. Send this completed application to WGA Scholarship Committee, P. O. Box 1543, Casper, WY 82602. For more info call (307) 268-2498 or ksundell@caspercollege.edu. Application deadline is March 8, 2013, and application must be postmarked by that date. Selection of recipient(s) is expected to by May 10, 2013. Candidates will be notified by letter or email soon thereafter. Paper or Emailed copies of this form are acceptable. School Address: Phone Number: Permanent Address: Previous Education: Do you prefer to be notified by letter or E-mail? University Attending: Head of Department: Department Address: Degree Anticipated: Department: Department Phone: E-Mail: Projected Graduation:
Page 2 What financial support do you have for your graduate work? Circle if yes: T.A., R.A., tuition waiver, work part time, scholarship or grant. Have you received previous financial assistance for your field project? If so, please describe. Itemize and describe the total budget you are currently seeking for this field project. Please indicate the field expenses you would like this grant to cover. Use a separate page if needed. Previous geologic field experience: Professor directing the field work: Address: Phone number: Please have this professor provide a one page or less endorsement of you and your field project on the next page and include it with this application (best) or have the professor send or E-mail the letter of support before the deadline (March 15, 2013). A second professor or non-academic geologist we can contact for reference (no written statement needed): Phone number: Address: On a separate page describe your geologic field project. Include title, location(s), objectives, proposed methodology, planned schedule for field work and estimated date of completion. You may want to include a map, separately. Please type or print clearly. NO MORE THAN 1 PAGE OF TEXT PLEASE!
Page 3 Statement of Support for and associated applicant s name field research topic to be included with the application for the J. D. Love Fellowship in Field Geology. Please provide a one page or less endorsement of your student and their field project in the space below and include it with this application prepared by the student (best) or Mail or E- mail a letter of support before the DEADLINE of March 15, 2013 to Dr. Kent A. Sundell P. O. Box 1543 Casper, Wyoming 82602 or E-mail to: ksundell@caspercollege.edu Legible handwriting is acceptable. Professor s name Professor s signature Date Phone or Email
STEVE CHAMPLIN SCHOLARSHIP For Geology Students QUALIFIED APPLICANTS: To be considered for this scholarship, an applicant must be a sophomore, junior, or senior student for the 2013-2014 academic year and enrolled as a geoscience major at a college or university in the Rocky Mountain region. The candidate should have a 2.9 or better overall GPA and demonstrate need for financial assistance. SOURCE OF FUNDS: In August of 1985 the Wyoming Geological Association established an endowment fund, the Steve C. Champlin Scholarship Fund, to honor the memory and spirit of Steve Champlin, a highly respected exploration geologist in the Rocky Mountains (See AAPG Bulletin, 1985, v.. 69, p. 2150). Interest from this fund is used for the scholarship. Scholarships of $500 to $1,000 have been awarded annually since 1991. APPLICATIONS: Application forms are posted on the Wyoming Geological Associations website. ( www.wyogeoorg ) For additional information please contact Dr. Kent A. Sundell, WGA Scholarship Chairman, P. O. Box 1543, Casper, WY 82602, phone number (307) 268-2498 or E-mail - ksundell@caspercollege.edu. DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Applications should be submitted (postmarked) no later than March 8, 2013. COMPLETING THE ATTACHED FORM: The qualified candidate should fill out and return the application form to the WGA Scholarship Committee, P. O. Box 1543, Casper, WY 82602. The candidate should have at least one letter of recommendation from the department head or any professor knowledgeable of the candidate s past academic performance. A second letter of recommendation from either an academic or industry geoscientist is optional. Do not send more than two letters of recommendation. The candidate will have a recent copy of his/her transcript sent to the WGA Scholarship Committee. Letters of recommendation and transcripts should be received by WGA before March 15, 2013. SELECTION COMMITTEE: A committee composed of the Wyoming Geological Association Scholarship Chairman and at least two other WGA members will screen applications and select the recipient of the scholarship. SELECTION DATE: The committee will make its selection by May 10, 2013, and will notify all candidates of the results by letter or Email. RECEIVING THE AWARD: The WGA will send a check for the recipient to the Geological Science Department Head prior to commencement of the 2013-2014 academic year (late August, 2013). Upon the department s verification of registration and attendance of the recipient, the Department Head may present the Champlin Scholarship to the recipient. If the primary recipient fails to register or attend the Fall 2013 semester/quarter the Department Head should notify the WGA Scholarship Chairman and return the check promptly. An alternate recipient will be chosen.
STEVE CHAMPLIN SCHOLARSHIP For Geology Students (2013-2014 academic year) The following form should be filled out and submitted as an application for a scholarship from the Steve Champlin Scholarship fund, established in 1985 and thereafter maintained by the Wyoming Geological Association in Casper, Wyoming. The scholarship is presented in memory of Steve C. Champlin to perpetuate his continual concern for and support of young geologists. Candidate requirements are as follows: 1) Sophomore, junior, or senior majoring in geoscience during the 2013-2014 academic year at a college or university in the Rocky Mountain region, 2) Grade point average of 2.90 or better (4.0 maximum scale), 3) Need for financial assistance. The Scholarship Committee of the Wyoming Geological Association will determine the recipient and one alternate. The primary criteria considered for selection of the recipient will be financial need, scholastic ability and supportive references. One or more $1,000.00 scholarships will be awarded for the 2013-2014 academic year. Send this completed application to WGA Scholarship Committee, P. O. Box 1543, Casper, WY 82602 or email to ksundell@caspercollege.edu (Dr. Kent A. Sundell (307) 268-2498). Application deadline is March 8, 2013, and the form must be postmarked by that date. All letters of recommendation and transcripts should be received before March 15, 2013. Selection of the recipient is expected to be completed by May 10, 2013 Paper copies or emails of this form are acceptable. CANDIDATE PERSONAL INFORMATION Marital Status: School Address: Phone Number: Email: Permanent Address: Alternate Phone: PREVIOUS EDUCATION High School: Date Graduated: PRESENT EDUCATIONAL STATUS University attending: Department: Department Phone/email: Department Address: Degree Anticipated: Projected Graduation Date: Page 2
FUTURE EDUCATIONAL STATUS (If you will be transferring) University: Department: Department Phone/email: Department Address: Degree Anticipated: Projected Graduation Date: SCHOLASTIC INFORMATION Please either enclose a copy of transcripts or have a copy sent separately to WGA. Current Grade Point Average: in geological science overall PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE List any geological related work experience you may have (job title, employer and dates). PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS List any geological related societies, clubs or organizations you may belong to. FINANCIAL INFORMATION Please estimate the percentage of financial support from the following sources for the present and following academic years. Present year Projected 2013-2014 Year Personal income (work) % % Personal savings % % Spouse s income % % Family contributions % % Departmental support (TA s and RA s) % % University support % % Other scholarships and grants % % Educational loans % % Other (please specify) % % Present amount of outstanding educational loans: REFERENCES Please fill in the following information for the individuals you have asked to send letters of recommendation. Present each individual with a copy of the enclosed Letter of Recommendation Form. Please fill in your name on the top of each form. Enclose the letter(s) of recommendation or have them sent directly to the WGA Scholarship Committee.
Page 3 FIRST REFERENCE (Academic Background) This letter should be from the department head of the school you are currently attending or a professor knowledgeable of your past academic performance. Phone Number: Title and Employer: SECOND REFERENCE (Optional, Academic or Professional Background) This letter may be from another professor or an industry geoscientist. Letters from members of the Wyoming Geological Association are encouraged. Phone Number: Title and Employer: STATEMENT OF GOALS AND NEEDS The candidate should write a CONCISE statement of his/her educational and professional goals and financial need in the space provided below. Signature Date
S T E V E C H A M P L I N S C H O L A R S H I P LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION FOR for the (Candidate s name) SOURCE OF FUNDS: In August of 1985 the Wyoming Geological Association established an endowment fund, the Steve C. Champlin Scholarship Fund, to honor the memory and spirit of Steve Champlin, a highly respected exploration geologist in the Rocky Mountains (see AAPG Bulletin, 1985, v. 69, p. 2150). This scholarship provides funds for financially needy students in the geological sciences. Thank you for completing this information. Please either return this completed form to the candidate in a sealed envelope with your signature across the seal or mail or email directly to Dr. Kent A. Sundell, Scholarship Chairman, Wyoming Geological Association, P. O. Box 1543, Casper, WY 82602 or E-mail to ksundell@caspercollege.edu. Questions call 307-268-2498 or email ksundell@caspercollege.edu. RETURN BEFORE March 15, 2013. All letters of recommendation are confidential and will be viewed only by the WGA Scholarship Committee. Please provide a personal evaluation of the candidate in the space below or send separate letter (academic performance, personal background, financial need, geologic experience, personality information, etc.). Legible handwriting is acceptable. Print or type name Signature Date Phone or E-mail Are you a current or previous member of the Wyoming Geological Assoc. or AAPG?