* Department of Anthropology
* Department of Art
* Department of Biological Sciences
* Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
* Department of Economics
* Department of English
* Journalism Program
* Department of Geography and Planning
* Department of History
* Department of Judaic Studies and Center for Jewish Studies
* Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures
* Department of Mathematics and Statistics
* Department of Music
* Department of Physics
* Department of Sociology
* Department of Theatre
* Department of Women's Studies
College of Arts & Sciences - General
For application or awarding information, please contact the
College of Arts and Sciences.
The Eleanor Bazzoni 1906 Fellowship
The Eleanor Rosalie Bazzoni, Class of 1906 Fellowship was established by Charles Bazzoni in honor of his sister. This fund is for outstanding achievement in English, French or German, and is in memory of Eleanor Rosalie Bazzoni, Class of 1906.
Class of 1905 Bazzoni Fellowship
Established by Charles Bazzoni in his memory and that of his wife, Edith Vera Bazzoni, both of the Class of 1905. This fellowship is awarded for outstanding achievement in the natural sciences.
Dr. Marit Jentoft-Nilsen Memorial Scholarship
Established in honor of Dr. Marit Jentoft-Nilsen '60, by family and friends, this scholarship was created to support graduate students who are studying the history and culture of ancient Athens and Rome.
The Joseph E. Persico '52 Fellowship Fund
A fellowship established in honor of distinguished alumnus Joseph E. Persico '52, this fund will provide fellowships to deserving graduate students who are studying American history.
Lawrence and Marie Shore Life Sciences Graduate Student Scholarship
This fund was established by Lawrence and Marie Shore to enhance the educational mission of the University at Albany through the provision of an annual graduate scholarship to a student pursuing a degree within the Life Sciences: Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Psychology or the Forensic Sciences. Recipients should demonstrate financial need and academic achievement.
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Department of Anthropology.
The Christopher DeCormier Scholarship
Established in memory of former student Christopher DeCormier, this scholarship is awarded for outstanding achievement in the study of the Mayan Language and Culture under the direction of the Institute for Mesoamerican Studies.
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Department of Art.
Terri Cosma Boor Graduate Sculpture Fellowship
Established by Mrs. Terri Cosma Boor, to attract highly qualified graduate students to the Sculpture Program at the University at Albany, this Fellowship is awarded based on merit as reflected in the range and quality of work submitted in the application portfolio, from the pool of accepted MFA Sculpture applicants. The criteria for selection shall include the creativity/innovation of the work submitted, past accomplishments and future potential, in addition to other reflections of talent.
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Department of Biological Sciences.
Glenn L. Bumpus Award
Established in memory of Glenn Bumpus ’75, a brilliant student, tireless teacher, devoted friend and loving son, this award is intended to recognize excellence among the student of the biological sciences in the performance and communication of outstanding undergraduate research and future promise as a professional biologist.
Arvid J. and Mary A. Burke Fellowship
Established by Professor Emeritus of Education Arvid Burke, B.A. ’28 and Mrs. Burke, this fellowship is awarded to a graduate student in the Department of Biological Sciences to foster advanced study and research on molecular and cellular biology.
Helga Karker, M.S. ’75 Scholarship
Established by Helga Karker, M.S. ’75, who spent 33 years as a teacher and school psychologist before retiring in 1988, this fund provides an annual scholarship to support a student with demonstrated financial need; who is pursuing a degree in Biodiversity, Conservation and Policy; with preference given to a female student.
S. Peter and Anne Marfey Endowment
Established by Professor Anne Marfey in memory of her late husband, Professor S. Peter Marfey (Biological Sciences); and by Ms. Christina Marfey and Mr. Johan Marfey, in memory of their late father. Dr. Marfey passed away in 1994. The Marfey Endowment provides grants to graduate students in the Department of Biological Sciences engaged in the study of Biological Chemistry. The awards are intended to assist students in purchasing books required for their graduate program.
Dr. Margaret M. Stewart Biodiversity Fund
This fund was established by Dr. Margaret M. Stewart who joined the UAlbany Department of Biology in 1956, and who, prior to her retirement in 1997, championed the launch of the Biodiversity, Conservation, and Policy Program. The Stewart Biodiversity Fund was created to support graduate fellowships/assistantships, research grants to students, sponsorship of seminars, symposia and publications, and other activities designed to promote the objectives of the Biodiversity, Conservation and Policy Program.
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Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences.
Narayan R. Gokhale Atmospheric Sciences Fund
Established in honor and memory of Narayan R. Gokhale, the first chairman of the Department of Atmospheric Sciences, this award recognizes and rewards outstanding achievement on the part of one or more graduate students in the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences.
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Department of Economics.
Gordon Karp Award
Established in honor of Gordon Karp, who received his B.A. in 1977 and his Ph.D. in 1986, from the University at Albany, the Karp Award is given to undergraduate students in economics who best exemplify the intelligence, dedication and accomplishment that marked the promising career of Gordon Karp.
Taimour Kahn ’94 Memorial Scholarship
Established by the KPMG Disaster Relief Fund to recognize the tragic loss of 1994 graduate Taimour Kahn in the World Trade Center attack on 9/11/01, the Kahn ’94 Scholarship is awarded to a freshman or sophomore undergraduate student who intends to major in economics and who demonstrates financial need.
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Department of English.
Arlene F. Steinberg 1971 Memorial Scholarship
Established by Mrs. Sue Steinberg in memory of her daughter, Arlene F. Steinberg, Class of 1971, this fund is awarded to an outstanding junior or senior English major in the field of twentieth-century fiction, poetry, or theater.
The Vivian C. Hopkins Award
Established in memory of Professor Vivian C. Hopkins, this award is made to recognize a student who demonstrates outstanding scholastic ability and character in the Department of English.
Shields-McIlwaine Award
Established in memory of Professor Shields-Mcllwaine, this award is given annually by the Department of English for the best student poem.
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Journalism Program.
Ronald R. Schafer Memorial Award
Awarded in memory of Mr. Schafer, a university administrator, to a senior for outstanding achievement in the Journalism Program.
Department of Geography and Planning
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Department of Geography and Planning.
Paul D. Marr Memorial Award
Established in honor of Paul D. Marr, this award was created to honor both academic excellence and effective planning practice, in a graduate student with a Masters Degree in Urban or Regional Planning.
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Department of History.
The Kendall A. Birr Senior Award
Established by Professor Kendall A. Birr (History), the Kendall A. Birr Senior Award is presented to an outstanding undergraduate history major and should be used to enhance his or her educational experience.
Arthur A. Ekirch, Jr. Prize in History
Established by Professor Emeritus Arthur A. Ekirch, Jr., the Arthur A. Ekirch, Jr. Prize in History is awarded annually to the graduate student(s) who submits the most outstanding research paper in History.
The Catharine Newbold Memorial Scholarship
Established in memory of Professor emeritus Catharine Newbold, the Catharine Newbold Memorial Scholarship is presented to a senior undergraduate history major who is concentrating in United States History. The recipient must also demonstrate a commitment to pursuing a career in which he or she will utilize his or her history degree. This fund was established through a fund raising challenge issued by William C. Rock '56.
The William C. Rock ’56 History Scholarship
Established by William C. Rock, Class of 1956, this scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate student who is pursuing a degree within the Department of History.
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Center for Jewish Studies
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Department of Judaic Studies and Center for Jewish Studies.
The Morris Altman Research Fund
Established by Nolan Altman '77 in loving memory of his father, this fund provides awards for undergraduate students who present original research on issues and topics related to Jewish Studies. Though the award will be administered through the Center for Jewish Studies, it is open to undergraduate students in any UAlbany college, school or department who wishes to apply.
Kappa Beta Memorial Scholarship
Jewish students at the University at Albany founded the Kappa Beta Fraternity in 1937, and it flourished for many years. The Kappa Beta memorial scholarship, established by fraternity alumni, is awarded in alternate years to an outstanding senior who will be pursing graduate studies in some area of Jewish service or scholarship.
Irving Fishman Endowment
Established by Irving Fishman, Class of 1940, and member of the Kappa Beta fraternity, this fund is awarded to Judaic Studies students who demonstrate financial need.
Lillian L. Kensky and Dr. Harry C. Kensky Endowment Fund Award
Established by Mrs. Lillian L. Kensky, in memory of her husband, Dr. Harry C. Kensky, Class of 1943 and member of the Kappa Beta Fraternity. Awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need to a graduating senior who is planning to pursue further studies in an area of Jewish higher education.
Eunice Sherer Judaic Studies Scholarship
Established in 2005 by Dr. Abe Sherer ’47, in memory of his wife, this fund prvides support for undergraduate students pursuing a major in Judaic studies. The fund provides scholarships to worthy students and is awarded at the discretion of the department of Judaic Studies and its Chair.
Calvin and Patricia Zippin Endowment Scholarship
Dr. Calvin Zippin, an alumnus of the Class of 1947 and of the Kappa Beta Fraternity, and his wife, Patricia, have established this scholarship in memory of his parents, Samuel and Jennie Zippin, to help outstanding students of Judaic Studies pursue their educational goals.
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Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures.
Frank Carrino Memorial Scholarship
Established in memory of Professor emeritus Frank Carrino (Spanish), this scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate student with junior or senior class standing in the Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures who has demonstrated outstanding academic performance.
The Guy A. Enfanto Memorial Award for Excellence
Established by Mr. Enfanto '35, long standing Principal of Troy High School, this award is available to students who demonstrate academic excellence in the field of French language or culture at UAlbany.
Anthony M. Gisolfi Fund
Established by the Gisolfi Family, in memory of Professor Anthony M. Gisolfi (Italian). This award is given to an academically outstanding undergraduate student majoring in Italian who intends to pursue a career in teaching, and who shows evidence of commitment to the field of study. If no suitable Italian major is identified, the award may be made to a student majoring in Spanish.
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