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Description
The NEHA Scholarship is a limited term scholarship for undergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled in an environmental health/public health science-based program at a Nebraska college or university. Preference will be given to those with a connection to environmental health and/or public health in Nebraska; either through attending a Nebraska college or university or by working in the field of environmental and/or public health in Nebraska (example: internship or volunteer experience in NE).
Eligibility
Undergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled in an environmental health/public health science-based program at a Nebraska college or university. Preference will be given to those with a connection to environmental health and/or public health in Nebraska; either through attending a Nebraska college or university or by working in the field of environmental and/or public health in Nebraska (example: internship or volunteer experience in NE).
Scholarship Process
Selection may be based on scholastic merit, demonstration of community service, involvement in
student-faculty research, and/or intention to seek internship or employment in the State of Nebraska.
All applications must be received by May 31, 2023 and will be reviewed by the Nebraska
Environmental Health Association Board.
The scholarship winner will be announced on July 1, 2023 on the Nebraska Environmental Health
Association website. The scholarship winner will also be provided a complimentary registration to the annual NEHA conference and recognized at the conference.
The following application materials must be submitted for review by the NEHA Board:
- A letter of application that includes a brief description of the student's career goals in the field of environmental and/or public health, the student’s educational or professional ties to Nebraska, and any plans for internship or employment in the State of Nebraska (a resume or curriculum vitae is helpful).
- An unofficial copy of the student's undergraduate transcript, and current school study plan.
- A letter of recommendation from their advisor or another professional representative who is familiar with their studies, community involvement, and/or plans for internship or employment in the State of Nebraska in the field of environmental and/or public health.
Submit required application materials via email to: nebraskaeha@gmail.com or by U.S. mail to:
Attn: Lizzie Rhodes, 1111 South 41st Street, Omaha, NE 68105