Fred Fox Scholarship in Science Education

History of the Award: The fund was implemented in 1996 and provides scholarships for pre-service students preparing to teach science.

Eligibility Criteria: Pre-service mathematics teachers in the one-year graduate Professional Teacher Education Licensure Program who;

• Demonstrate preparation for teaching through academic coursework, work experiences, and other related experiences and activities;
• Demonstrate potential, enthusiasm and commitment for excellence in mathematics teaching;
• Demonstrate commitment to student learning in elementary, middle or high school mathematics.

Award Amount: To be determined by the scholarship committee.

Selection: Selection of recipients will be coordinated by the Department of Science and Mathematics Education Scholarship Committee.

How to Apply:

Submit:

1. Cover letter;
2. Résumé where you identify how these experiences have supported you in your goal to become a mathematics teacher;
3. Essay (2-3 double-spaced pages in which you respond to the following statements):
a. Your potential, enthusiasm and commitment for excellence in mathematics teaching;
b. Your motivation and commitment to students in learning in elementary, middle or high school mathematics.

Materials are to be sent to:

Science and Mathematics Education
Stan Williamson Scholarship Committee
239 Weniger Hall
Corvallis, OR 97331-6508

Due Date: TBA

Previous Recipients:

Ryan Kanter, 2006
Kelly Kneece, 2005
Emily Jackson, 2004