Applications for the Doris Duke Conservation Scholars Program at the University of California Santa Cruz are now available.
Each March 20 early-undergraduate Scholars are selected from around the country to participate in a two-year conservation mentorship program, centered on the summers between academic years. College freshmen, sophomores, and juniors with two years of college left, and students who attend or are transferring to any four-year institution in the US, its territories and Native nations are eligible to apply.
During the first year, Scholars participate in an eight-week, intensive summer course integrating conservation design, leadership and research experiences while traveling with a close group of peers and mentors.
During the second summer, Scholars pursue eight-week research and practice internships with nationally recognized conservation organizations and agencies. A professional development retreat after the second summer brings together the Scholar cohort and prepares them to apply for jobs and graduate school. Throughout the two years and beyond, we work with home mentors at each Scholar’s campus to provide ongoing support. Our Scholars receive a $4,000 stipend each summer and become part of the national Doris Duke Conservation Scholars network for life.
Applications for the 2019 class of Scholars are available on the website and due February 8, 2019.
Please incorporate the attached flyer into talks and presentations, or print and distribute it. For more information, visit conservationscholars.
