John O. Behrens Institute for Land Information Memorial Scholarship

Eligibility

John O. Behrens Institute for Land Information Memorial Scholarship, with an application deadline in November, offers numerous awards of $3000 each.

Description

Funds from the ILI were donated to the ASPRS Foundation to support the John O. Behrens Institute for Land Information Memorial Scholarship in recognition of Mr. Behrens' outstanding contributions over the many years of his distinguished career. The award is made to a student enrolled in a college or university in the United States for the purpose of pursuing a program of study that prepares them to enter a profession in which education in geospatial science or land information disciplines will advance the value of those disciplines within that profession. A listing of courses taken in land information, data management and geospatial information and technology and the academic grades received must be submitted. Papers, research reports, or other items produced by the applicant that may support the capabilities in this field are also required. A statement of work experience that may include internships, other forms of work experience, or special projects that demonstrates excellence in geospatial science, technology, land information systems/records research, and/or in communications and collaboration must be provided as well. The statement should include the nature, location, and date(s) of the experience. Two letters of reference are also required. They must be from faculty members or professionals who have knowledge of the applicant's capabilities. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact ASPRS for more information.