Women's Leadership Scholarships and Other Resources

Are you a science leader and a woman? Do you want to lead the way to environmental solutions? Here are 2 quotes from Women Leadership Scholarship (WLS) and a link to Women's Leadership Scholarship's portal (click here) and to other resources. There are even more resources, some for both men and women, at the WLS site.

First quote;

The following information on scholarships, trainings and educational programs is designed to be a helpful resource to prospective applicants. The listing of these resources is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an endorsement in whole or in part from the WLS or the Channel Foundation. In addition, neither the WLS nor the Channel Foundation is responsible for the accuracy of the information provided on these links.

Resources for Individuals from the Global South
Resources for Women only
Resources for American Indian/Native Americans
Resources for Foreigners Studying in the U.S.
Resources for Foreigners Studying in the UK
Resources for U.S. Citizens and Residents
Resources for Human Rights Scholarships & Fellowships
Resources for Public Health Scholarships & Fellowships
Resources for Human Rights Education & Training
Miscellaneous Scholarship & Fellowship resources

Second quote:

Scholarships-The WLS Selection Committee awards four to eight scholarships per year, up to US$25,000 per academic year for a maximum of two years. The awards help the recipients meet the costs of tuition, fees, books, educational supplies, housing, maintenance, and travel to and from the home country and the educational institution. WLS awards are paid directly to the institution in a student's account. For foreign women intending to study at U.S. universities, WLS funding for expenses other than tuition and books is subject to a 14% U.S. tax.

Source: http://www.nativeleaders.org/links.html; Accessed 15 November 2009.

Women in Science: Sister Patricia Shaffer, Chemist, Leader, Legend

I personally met Sister Patricia Shaffer and assure you she does encourage women in science. I often think of how much she helped me. Here is a quote written about her and a link to more information.

Pat Shaffer Patricia Shaffer, RSCJ, was inducted into the San Diego County Women's Hall of Fame on March 24, 2007, as an 'Improver of Women's Lives." She was cited as "a research chemist, university professor, nun, and member of the scientific associations who since the 1950s has encouraged children to study science. From the classroom to Tijunana orphanages to migrant worker children, her contributions are legendary.'

Here is her biography as it appears on the website of the San Diego Women's History Museum and Educational Center, one of event's sponsors:

'Sister Patricia Shaffer, Ph.D. has spent her career helping women in San Diego County. She has encouraged women to study science as a research chemist, university professor, nun, and member of scientific associations...'

Source: http://www.rscj.org/news/province/ rscjscientist _inducted_into_hall_of _fame.html. ( Includes a photo) Accessed 11-01-09.

Another photo, click here: http://lh3.ggpht.com/_dVoi2Td0OkA/Rg2NT_s2yzI/AAAAAAAAAD0/1ezNkNVBl_Y/s640/283%20WHF%20Induction2007.JPG

Faculty biography USD http://www.sandiego.edu/cas/chemistry/faculty/biography.php?ID=689


I will post some of her journal articles shortly. ---under development---

Thank you, Sister Patricia Shaffer, for being a great role model!!!