John O. Behrens Institute for Land Information (ILI) Memorial Scholarship

Open to undergraduate students

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Applicants must attend or enrolled in a college or university in the United States

Applicants must be pursuing scientific research or education in geospatial science or technology or land information systems/records

The student can also receive a certificate and a one-year student membership (new or renewal) in the Society.

Required

Required

A statement, not to exceed 2 pages, detailing the applicants plans for continuing studies towards becoming a professional in a field that uses land and/or geospatial information as a key part of its performance.

Two letters of recommendation from faculty members or professionals having knowledge of the applicants capabilities (demonstrated or potential) as a professional in a field that uses land information.

A listing of courses taken in land information, data management and geospatial information and technology and the academic grades received;Papers, research reports, or other items produced by the applicant that may support the capabilities in this field;A statement of work experience that may include internships, other forms of work experience, or special projects that demonstrate excellence in geospatial science, technology, land information systems/records research, and/or in communications and collaboration. The statement should include the nature, location, and date(s) of the experience;