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Augusta Gerberich Scholarship
Given annually to a junior or senior majoring in political science whose special field of interest is international relations. Preference is given to female students. The award is based on high levels of scholastic aptitude and scholastic success and promise of leadership.
Bridget Abril
Leslie Alvarez
Jules Ciecko
Shelby Houghton
Lindsay Dickinson
Aiman Hameed
Solaiman Chowdhury
Elannah Devin
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Bridget Abril
Lindsay Dickinson
Aiman Hameed
Jamie B. Cheshire Internship Award
To provide financial support for an undergraduate enrolled in the University's Department of Political Science within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Noah Frank
Claire Lee
Bryanna Mckreith
Fund for Legal Studies Fellowship
Given annually to two undergraduate students, with preference to seniors, in recognition of scholarly achievement and who intend to pursue degrees in political science, with priority given to students who plan to enter law school after graduation.
Sofia Dinatale
Sam Dorman
Reiter Senior Award for Graduate Study
Given annually to the undergraduate senior who plans to study Political Science at the graduate level
Melanie Sanclemente
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Melanie Sanclemente
Ridgway Davis Pre-Law Scholarship
Given annually to an undergraduate with an outstanding academic record who has been accepted for entry to law school.
Lisette Donewald
Julia Vassallo
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Lisette Donewald
Julia Vassallo
Irving Smirnoff Award
Given annually to undergraduate juniors and/or seniors to provide financial support.
Dylan Champagne
Michael Hernandez
Mohammed Hussain
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Mohammed Hussain
Roy H. and Hilda M. Merolli Scholarship
To provide scholarship support for continuing undergraduate students enrolled full-time with demonstrated academic achievement who are Political Science majors in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Jola Bufi
Hannah Ravenell
Bennett Honors Thesis Writing Prize
Named for alumnus Alan R. Bennett, Class of 1969, this award is given annually to the Political Science honors student who wrote the best Honors thesis.
Lisette Donewald
Bennett Honors Scholarship in Political Science
Named for alumnus Alan R. Bennett, Class of 1969, recipients of this scholarship must be full-time enrolled POLS Honors Students, a sophomore or junior in the POLS Honors program during their year as a scholarship recipient, and be making satisfactory progress toward their degree
Ariana Bahavar
Mario Boozang
Sophia Esposito
Michelle Eweka
Carmen Rojas
Lauren Tocman
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Michelle Eweka
Lauren Tocman
Bennett Research Assistants
Named for alumnus Alan R. Bennett (Class of 1969) students newly admitted to the Political Science Honors Program are awarded a Research Assistantship in the fall semester to assist Political Science Faculty with their research.
Lauren Baskin
Anabelle S. Bergstrom
Spencer Brooke Bigda
Jola Bufi
Jacob Daignault
Madeline Doyle
Sophia Esposito
Meghan Jezik
Karen Lau
Ainsley Lougal
Autumn Michelle
Adam Opin
Angelica Peralta
Alexis Staten
Avi Uihlein
Undergraduate Political Review Board Members
The UPR publishes articles written, edited, and reviewed by undergraduates who have exhibited a commitment to academic excellence and political involvement.
Jola Bufi
Kempton Campbell (editor)
Sofia DiNatale
Michaela Flaherty
Mohammed Hussain
Hallie LeTendre
Elizabeth C. Hanson Scholarship
The Elizabeth C. Hanson Scholarship provides support to students who are pursuing an internship in an international setting or in an organization deeply engaged in international matters.
Cecelia Klotzer
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Cecelia Klotzer
Holster Scholarship
The Holster Scholars program is a highly selective enrichment opportunity for curious first-year Honors students who wish to complete an independent project in the summer following their freshman year.
Anabelle Bergstrom
Karen Lau
Fulbright Scholarship
The Fulbright Program is the flagship international educational program sponsored by the U.S. government and is designed to increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people of other countries. Students must be nominated by the University’s Office of National Scholarships & Fellowships to apply.
Drew Tienken (Taiwan)
Governor Abraham Ribicoff Fellowship
Given annually to a graduate student in political science, with preference for a student who specializes in the study of American politics and is a current resident of Connecticut.
Ben Stumpf
Howard L. Reiter Memorial Award for Political Science Graduate Education
To support the University by providing fellowship support for graduate students enrolled full-time in the Department of Political Science in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, who have demonstrated academic achievement.
Dave Berghel
Spencer Hayes
Chloe Kwak
Cory Runstedler
Justin Theodra
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Spencer Hayes
J. Garry Clifford Graduate Fellowship Fund
To assist in the recruitment and retention of excellent graduate students and offer a recurrent source of graduate student support.
Altan Atamer
Yinghao Deng
San Lee
Lily Luo
Dabney Waring
POLS Teaching Assistant of the Year Award
Given annually to a graduate student in political science who demonstrates excellence in teaching and who enhances the quality of the undergraduate curriculum.
Minju Lee