Kathi Bowles Scholarship for Women in Computing
November 30, 2005 - Posted in Online Education, ScholarshipIntroduction & History
Every year, the Houston chapter of the Association for Women in Computing (AWC-Houston) awards one or more scholarships to outstanding students pursuing an undergraduate degree in a computer-related field. The actual number of scholarships and the amount(s) depend on fundraising activities held throughout the year. In 2005 AWC-Houston awarded 2 scholarships for $10,000 each.
The AWC-Houston Chapter scholarship was named to honor the memory of one of its members, Kathi Bowles, and to promote advanced education in the field of technology. Kathi Bowles received her bachelor’s degree from Auburn University, where she had received many undergraduate honors. Following graduation, Kathi worked as a systems analyst and project leader for a major oil company. She then took a position as a system consultant for a Big Eight accounting firm. Throughout her career, Kathi’s peers regarded her as an outstanding professional. In addition to her career, Kathi was very active in volunteer work with children and her church. Kathi Bowles died in 1987, at the age of thirty.
Awards Ceremony
The scholarship recipients are honored along with women who have made an outstanding contribution in computer-related fields at our Top Houston Women in Technology Gala. Gala proceeds benefit the Kathi Bowles scholarship fund.
Scholarship recipients must agree to attend the Gala and associated receptions, and be photographed for inclusion in the AWC-Houston website and literature.
Qualifications
AWC-Houston will only consider female applicants who:
* Are currently enrolled in a four-year accredited undergraduate program in a computer-related field (e.g. computer science, management information systems, information technology, etc.) in the Greater Houston, Texas, U.S.A. area.
* Have completed at least 4 semesters of their programs and have a minimum of two semesters of course work remaining after the receipt of the scholarship.
* Have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 / 4.0.
* Are citizens of the United States or Permanent Residents.
Application Process
Please send all of the items listed below together.
# A current resume or CV
# A completed application
# Two letters of recommendations from instructors or supervisors
# An up-to-date copy of your transcript
# Responses to the following topics:
1. Why are you excited about working in your current field?
2. Describe your most fulfilling computer-related project or experience.
3. Identify a current trend in computer technology and describe how it may evolve over the next 10 years.
Awards are determined on all of the items. All applications must be completed and received by AWC by April 15, 2006 in order to be considered.
If awarded a scholarship, the recipients must agree to provide a written report on their academic progress at the end of the semester after receiving the scholarship.
Contact Information
Completed applications should be sent to:
The Association for Women in Computing
Attn: Carolyn Riley or Jan Whitehead/ Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 421316
Houston, TX 77242-1316
Inquiries regarding eligibility or the application process should be sent via email to scholarship@awchouston.org.
Source: http://www.awchouston.org/gala_2006/2006_scholarship.html