Thomas Dodson Biology Fellowship

Purpose

Established in 2007 by Tom and Jean Dodson, this gift establishes a fellowship for graduate students in the Department of Biology who are majoring in the area of environmental sciences. This is the University’s first endowed Biology Fellowship.

Selection Criteria:

1. Students eligible for such scholarships must:
   • Meet Graduate School admissions requirements and be accepted to the University of North Florida,
   • Be enrolled as a graduate student in the Department of Biology,
   • Declare a major in the area of environmental sciences, and
   • Possess a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.
2. Students awarded this scholarship must also agree to:
   • Enroll full time each semester (at least 9 semester hours),
   • Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0,
   • Comply with all University regulations, rules, and codes of conduct governing students on campus,
   • Consent to release grades to the Division of Institutional Advancement for the purpose of reporting to the donor, and
   • Remain in good standing as a student
3. Required Application Attachments
   • One page essay, including career aspirations.
   • Two letters of recommendation.
4. Renewal
   • Yes, with preference. No more than four semesters.