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The Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics

Scholarship Information


For information about general scholarships, click here to view the 2008 Scholarship Resource Guide. (PDF)

The Dorothy Goodwin Fund - More information (doc) | Application (doc)
The Goodwin fund supports research, project development, training and educational experiences. Funds of up to $5000 are provided for individual activities to cover research expenses, travel, communication and supplies. Two to four awards per year from $2,500 up to $5,000 (a total of $10,000 must be distributed).

First Pioneer Scholarship - Application (PDF)
First Pioneer awards up to twenty-one $1,500 scholarships to qualified students. These scholarships are for students who demonstrate exceptional achievement as future agricultural leaders and is made possible by First Pioneer Farm Credit.

Russell Palen Scholarship - Application (PDF)
This program offers financial assistance to qualified students majoring in Resource Economics. Awards are made annually to incoming students based on academic performance in high school. These scholarships are made possible through a departmental endowment in memory of Russell Palen.

Stanley K. Seaver Scholarship
This program offers financial assistance to qualified students majoring in Resource Economics. These scholarships are made possible through a departmental endowment in memory of Stanley K. Seaver.

Irving and Justine Fellows Fund
This Fund offers financial assistance to qualified students majoring in Resource Economics. These scholarships are made possible through a departmental endowment in memory of Irving Fellows.

Del Favero Agricultural Economics Fund
This Fund provides financial support to students enrolled in Resource Economics. Awards are based on outstanding academic achievement and/or financial need. Awards are made annually to recipients provided satisfactory academic progress is achieved. These scholarships are made in honor of Professors Johnson, Seaver and Fellows.

For any of these scholarships, selected students receive $300-750 per semester and are reviewed for continued eligibility after each semester. Awards are based primarily on academic performance. Students must meet the registration requirements of the University. To apply, please complete the application form and return to:

Department Head
Agricultural and Resource Economics
University of Connecticut
1376 Storrs Road, Unit-4021
Storrs, CT 06269-4021

Telephone: (860) 486-2836
Email: dare@uconn.edu


Students & faculty at the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources Scholarship & Awards Dinner, 2006