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ASPRS Awards & Scholarships

Application Deadline - The application deadline for the 2010 awards year is Tuesday, December 1st 2009.

Contents

• Introduction
• Award Summary Table
• Robert E. Altenhofen Memorial Scholarship
• Abraham Anson Memorial Scholarship
• BAE Systems Award   
• John O. Behrens Institute for Land Information (ILI) Memorial Scholarship
• Robert N. Colwell Memorial Fellowship
• ERDAS Internship
• William A. Fischer Memorial Scholarship
• GeoEye Award
• Intergraph Scholarship
• Ta Liang Memorial Award
• Francis H. Moffitt Memorial Scholarship
• The Kenneth J. Osborn Memorial Scholarship
• Paul R. Wolf Memorial Scholarship
• ASPRS Student Assistantship Grants
• KODAK International Educational Literature Award (KIELA)
• General Application Instructions
• Scholarship Application Form (PDF 127Kb - fill out on screen and save / email / print)
• KIELA Application Form (PDF 455Kb - fill out on screen and print)
• 2007 ASPRS Award Winners (PDF 493Kb)
  2008 ASPRS Award Winners (PDF 791Kb)

Introduction

Awards are available in the form of cash awards, internship stipends, travel grants, and data. To be eligible, you must be enrolled in an accredited college or university, and you must be a member of ASPRS for most awards. All awards ask that you submit samples of your work and research goals as part of your application, and that you submit a report to ASPRS outlining your research accomplishments upon completion of your grant period.

The Presentation of the Awards will take place at the “Installation of Officers and Awards Meeting” (and/or other appropriate session) held during the Annual (Spring) Conference of ASPRS

Please see each award description for more details, as each one has specific requirements. You may also want to check out our career brochure, "Shape the Future" for more information on the career opportunities in photogrammetry and remote sensing.

Note: Application deadline for all awards/scholarships for 2010 is Tuesday DECMBER 1, 2009.

Each award has specific application instructions. General instructions for all applicants are listed below.

Please note that electronic submissions of all applications are now required. Paper applications will not be accepted.

Robert E. Altenhofen Memorial Scholarship

Purpose:

• To encourage and commend college students who display exceptional interest and ability in the theoretical aspects of photogrammetry.

Eligibility:

Award:

• Cash prize of $2,000 and a certificate.
• The award is administered by the ASPRS Foundation from funds provided by the estate of Mrs. Helen Altenhofen as a memorial to her husband, Robert E. Altenhofen. A past president of ASPRS, Mr. Robert Altenhofen was an outstanding practitioner of photogrammetry and made notable contributions to the mathematical aspects of the science.

Application

• A 2-page statement by the applicant regarding plans for continuing studies in theoretical photogrammetry.
• Papers, research reports, or other items produced by the applicant that indicate capability in these fields.
• Official Academic transcripts-- including a separate list of relevant courses taken with grades received.

Award Selection

• The applicant who, in the opinion of the majority of the committee, has the highest overall ranking will be designated the recipient.
• Each item above will carry equal weight in the committee’s consideration.

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Abraham Anson Memorial Scholarship

Purpose

• The purpose of this award is to encourage students who have an exceptional interest in pursuing scientific research or education in geospatial science or technology related to photogrammetry, remote sensing, surveying and mapping to enter a professional field where they can use the knowledge of their discipline to excel in their profession.

Eligibility

• The award is made to an undergraduate student currently enrolled or intending to enroll in a college or university in the United States for the purpose of pursuing a program of study to enter a profession in which education in photogrammetry, remote sensing, surveying and mapping and geospatial science or technology disciplines will advance the value of those disciplines within that profession.

Award

• The award consists of a certificate, a check in the amount of $1,000 and a one-year student membership (new or renewal) in the society.
• This award is presented by the ASPRS Foundation from funds donated by the Anson bequest and contributions from the Society and the Potomac Region as a tribute to Abe Anson's many contributions to the field of photogrammetry, remote sensing, and long, dedicated service to the Society.

Application

A student or prospective student who wishes to be considered for the award must submit an application form and the following items:

• A listing of courses taken, and/or to be taken in photogrammetry, remote sensing, surveying and mapping, data management, and geospatial science or technology disciplines recognizing that instruction in remote sensing and geo sciences is often taught in many disciplines.
• An official transcript of all college or university level courses completed and grades received to demonstrate scholastic ability. If the applicant is a prospective enrollee in a college or university program, prior high school and post high school transcripts are required.
• Two letters of recommendation from faculty members or professionals having knowledge of the applicant’s capabilities (demonstrated or potential) as a professional in a field that uses geospatial information.
• A statement of work experience and listings that may include internships, other forms of work experience, special projects, papers, research reports, courses taught as a teaching assistant or other items produced by the applicant that may support the capabilities in this field. The statement should include the nature, location and date(s) of the experience.
• A statement, not to exceed 2 pages, detailing the applicant’s plans for continuing studies towards becoming a professional in a field that uses photogrammetry, remote sensing, surveying and mapping, land and/or geospatial information science or technology as a key part of its performance.

Award Selection

• The Committee evaluates each application, applying equal weight to each of the items listed above.  The applicant who, in the opinion of the majority of the Committee, has the highest overall ranking is designated as the winner.

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BAE Systems Award

Purpose

• The purpose of the award is to reward top quality research and publication by young students (under age 35 as of the application deadline) at master’s or doctoral level and to encourage researchers to use the ASPRS annual conference as a vehicle to publish and present their findings.

Eligibility

• Eligibility for this award is limited to papers describing civil (non-military) applications of photogrammetry or remote sensing.
• The applicant must be a student enrolled in a masters or doctoral program at a recognized institution of higher education chartered to award higher degrees.
• The applicant must be the principal author of a paper accepted for publication in the proceedings of the ASPRS annual conference. Such papers may have multiple authors, but only the principal author may apply.
• The applicant must be a current student member of ASPRS.

Award

• The award consists of a certificate and a grant of $2,000, equally divided among the recipients if more than one is selected. This amount can be varied at the request of BAE Systems.
• Selected paper(s) will be published in Photogrammetric Engineering & Remote Sensing (PE&RS), the official journal of ASPRS.
• The award is presented by the ASPRS Foundation with funding provided by BAE Systems.

Application

• The applicant must submit an abstract for consideration for presentation at the ASPRS annual conference on or before the published deadline of the Call for Papers.
• Once the abstract is accepted for presentation, the applicant must submit the full paper for publication in the ASPRS conference proceedings, together with the Application Form for the BAE Systems Award.  Both the paper and the application must be submitted on or before the required deadline for receipt of the paper for the conference proceedings, as published in the Instructions to Authors. This is the only award with an alternate deadline for application submittal.
• Application consists of the standard Application Form and a signed statement from the applicant’s faculty advisor that the applicant is a student working on the stated degree and that the published paper is primarily the work of the student. Applicants who have made only minor contributions to the work, for example, when it is primarily the work of their professor or research supervisor, are not eligible for the award.

References and transcripts are not required.

Award Selection

• The selection committee will review applications for eligibility and will judge the submitted papers of eligible applicants, taking into account the significance of the research or innovation, the quality of scientific writing and other criteria that the panel may see fit to include.
• The selected applicant must agree to personally present the paper at the Annual Conference.

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John O. Behrens Institute for Land Information (ILI) Memorial Scholarship

Purpose

• The purpose of the award is to encourage those who have an exceptional interest in pursuing scientific research or education in geospatial science or technology or land information systems/records to enter a professional field where they can use the knowledge of this discipline to excel in their profession.

Eligibility

• The Scholarship is made to an under-graduate student currently enrolled or intending to enroll in a college or university in the United States for the purpose of pursuing a program of study that prepares him/her to enter a profession in which education in geospatial science or land information disciplines will advance the value of those disciplines within that profession.

Award

• The award consists of a certificate and a check in the amount of $1,000 and a one year student membership (new or renewal) in the Society.
• Funds from the ILI have been donated to the ASPRS Foundation to support the John O. Behrens ILI memorial Scholarship in recognition of Mr. Behrens' outstanding contributions over the many years of his distinguished career

Application

A student or prospective student who wishes to be considered for the award must submit an application form and the following items:

• A listing of courses taken in land information, data management and geospatial information and technology and the academic grades received.
• A transcript of all college or university level courses completed and grades received to demonstrate scholastic ability. If the applicant is a prospective enrollee in a college or university program, prior high school and post high school transcripts are required.
• Two letters of recommendation from faculty members or professionals having knowledge of the applicant’s capabilities (demonstrated or potential) as a professional in a field that uses land information.
• Papers, research reports, or other items produced by the applicant that may support the capabilities in this field.
• A statement of work experience that may include internships, other forms of work experience, or special projects that demonstrates excellence in geospatial science, technology, land information systems/records research, and/or in communications and collaboration. The statement should include the nature, location and date(s) of the experience.
• A statement, not to exceed 2 pages, detailing the applicant’s plans for continuing studies towards becoming a professional in a field that uses land and/or geospatial information as a key part of its performance.

Award Selection

• The Committee evaluates each application, applying equal weight to each of the items listed above.  The applicant who, in the opinion of the majority of the Committee, has the highest overall ranking is designated as the winner.

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Robert N. Colwell Memorial Fellowship

Purpose

• The purpose of the Award is to encourage and commend college/university graduate students or post-doctoral researchers who display exceptional interest, desire, ability, and aptitude in the field of remote sensing or other related geospatial information technologies, and who have a special interest in developing practical uses of these technologies.

Eligibility

• The Award is made to a graduate student (Masters or Ph.D. level) currently enrolled or intending to enroll in a college or university in the United States or Canada, or a recently graduated (within three years of graduation) post-doctoral researcher, who is pursuing a program of study aimed at starting a professional career where expertise is required in remote sensing or other related geospatial information technologies.

Award

• The award consists of a certificate and a check in the amount of $5,000 and a one-year student or associate membership (new or renewal) in ASPRS.
• The award is presented by the ASPRS Foundation from funds donated by students, associates, colleagues, and friends of Robert Colwell, one of the world's most respected leaders in remote sensing, a field that he stewarded from the interpretation of World War II aerial photographs to the advanced acquisition and analysis of many types of geospatial data from military and civilian satellite programs.

Application

A current or beginning graduate student or post-doctoral researcher who wishes to be considered for the award must submit an application that includes the following items:  

• A listing of courses taken, and/or those to be taken, in remote sensing or other related geospatial information technologies, recognizing that instruction in remote sensing is often embedded in courses taught in many different disciplines.
• An official transcript of all college/university level courses completed and grades received to demonstrate scholastic ability.
• A listing of internships, special projects or work experience; technical papers, research reports or other documents; courses taught as a lecturer or teaching assistant; and presentations made that may support the applicant’s capabilities in this field.
• Three letters of recommendation from faculty members or professionals having knowledge of the applicant’s capabilities (demonstrated or potential).
• A statement, not to exceed 2 pages, detailing the applicant’s educational and/or research goals that relate to the advancement of remote sensing or other related geospatial information technologies and the applications of these technologies for mapping, monitoring and/or assessing land (including coastal) resources and helping solve land resource planning or management issues.  (Note: Dr. Colwell’s research focused mostly on developing and demonstrating practical uses of remote sensing.)

Award Selection

• The Selection Committee evaluates each applicant, applying equal weight to each of the five items listed above.  The applicant who, in the opinion of the majority of the Committee, has the highest overall ranking is designated as the winner.

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ERDAS Internship

Purpose:

• The internship provides the award winner with an opportunity to carry out a small research project of his/her own choice, or to work on an existing ERDAS project as part of a team.

Eligibility:

• Graduate students of photogrammetry and remote sensing.
• Student member of ASPRS

Award:

• An eight-week internship for graduate students in photogrammetry. The selected intern must be able to travel to the ERDAS location to work with ERDAS personnel at facilities in Atlanta, Georgia, or elsewhere, as determined by ERDAS. The internship consists of a stipend of $2,500 plus an allowance for travel and living expenses for the period of the internship.
• This internship is presented by the ASPRS Foundation, with funding provided by ERDAS.

Application

• An official transcript from each college or university attended. [30%]
• A proposal for the type of research the intern would like to conduct. (The proposal should not exceed 1000 words and should state the significance of the research, the proposed methodology, the expected results and a schedule. [70%].
• Note: Research topics should be in the general area of digital photogrammetry and remote sensing. Topics in an area where ERDAS has a commercial interest will be considered in a favorable light.

Award Selection

• The selection committee will evaluate each application and apply the weighting factors listed above.
• The applicant who, in the opinion of the majority of the committee, has the highest overall ranking will be designated the recipient.
• Proposals will be evaluated by the ERDAS Internship Committee. Final selection will be coordinated with ERDAS personnel.

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William A. Fischer Memorial Scholarship

Purpose:

• To facilitate graduate-level studies and career goals directed towards new and innovative uses of remote sensing data/techniques that relate to the natural, cultural, or agricultural resources of the Earth.

Eligibility:

• Current or prospective graduate student members of ASPRS.

Award:

• One year scholarship of $2,000 and a certificate.
• This award is presented by ASPRS with funding provided by a grant from the ASPRS Foundation, on behalf of individual and corporate contributions to the Foundation in memory of William A. Fischer, a pioneer in the use of remote sensing from space for the study of the planet Earth.

Application

• A 2-page statement detailing applicant’s educational and career plans for continuing studies in remote sensing applications.
• Official transcripts of all college or university level courses completed and grades received to demonstrate scholastic ability

Award Selection

• Each item above will carry equal weight in the committee’s consideration.
• The applicant who, in the opinion of the majority of the committee, has the highest overall ranking will be designated as the recipient.

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GeoEye Award

NOTE: This award consists of high resolution digital satellite imagery

Purpose:

• To support remote sensing education and stimulate the development of applications of high-resolution digital satellite imagery for applied research by undergraduate or graduate students.

Eligibility:

• Full time undergraduate or graduate students at an accredited college or university in the USA or Canada with image processing facilities appropriate for conducting the proposed work.
• Student member of ASPRS

Award:

• A grant of data valued at up to $2,000, and a certificate inscribed with the recipient’s name and his/her institution.
• This award is presented by the ASPRS Foundation, with funding provided by The GeoEye Foundation.

Application

• Title: The title must describe the proposed research.
• Objective: Clearly state the purpose(s) of the research and the applications that it might address.
• Description of research study area and data needs: Provide a brief description of physical features of the study area. Consider the area to be covered and the amount of digital satellite imagery needed for the study. Include information on the scene identification, coverage date (s), and quality rating. Note: Only GeoEye data from the archive can be acquired under this award.
• Applications: Description of the possible applications that might result from this research and indicate possible users.
• Analysis procedure(s): Provide a brief description of the analysis approach, indicating why digital satellite imagery is appropriate.
• Anticipated results: State the specific results desired in performing this research with the use of the digital satellite imagery.
• Budget: Itemize the budget for the grant, specifying GeoEye products (up to $2,000) needed for the research. Note: Only GeoEye products can be requested on your budget. Also identify other support for the research, e.g., computer facilities (provided by the college/university); fieldwork (grant no. “yy” from the ABC Foundation”); manuscript preparation (personal funds); etc.
• List all courses, workshops, and other training/experience that demonstrate your capability to conduct proposed research. Obtain approval signature of student faculty adviser.

Award Selection

• The selection committee from the ASPRS GIS Division and GeoEye will evaluate each application and will apply equal weight to each element outlined above.
• The applicant who, in the opinion of the majority of the committee, has the highest overall ranking will be designated the recipient.

Additional Information

• Recipient must abide by the conditions set forth in GeoEye’s “End-user License Agreement”.  The recipient will also prepare a written report of the results of the project and submit it to ASPRS and to GeoEye for possible company use. The report is due within one year of receipt of data.
• The recipient (or his/her representative) must attend presentation ceremony during the annual meeting to receive the award certificate.

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Intergraph Scholarship

Purpose

• The purpose of the award is to facilitate graduate-level studies and career goals adjudged to address new and innovative uses of signal processing, image processing techniques, and the application of photogrammetry to real-world techniques within the earth imaging industry. This award is presented by a grant from the ASPRS Foundation on behalf of corporate contributions to the Foundation by Intergraph, a technology company that provides innovative solutions to the earth imaging industry.

Eligibility

• The award is restricted to members of ASPRS. It is intended for a student who is currently pursuing graduate-level studies or who plans to enroll for graduate studies in a recognized college or university in the United States or elsewhere.

Award

• The award consists of a one-year Scholarship in the amount of $2,000 and a certificate.

Application

In addition to the application form, and official transcripts, applicants must submit the following items:

• A 2-page statement detailing applicant’s educational and career plans for continuing studies in photogrammetric applications.
• Two completed letters of reference from faculty members who have knowledge of the applicant’s capabilities.
• Technical papers, research reports, or other pertinent items produced by the applicant and indicating capabilities in this field may be submitted with the application, but are not required.

Award Selection

• The Intergraph Scholarship selection committee will evaluate each application and apply equal weight to each of the items listed above. The applicant who, in the opinion of the majority of the committee, has the highest overall ranking will be designated as the recipient.

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Ta Liang Memorial Award

Purpose:

• To facilitate research-related travel by outstanding graduate students in remote sensing.
• Such travel includes field investigations, agency visits, participation in conferences, or any travel that enhances or facilitates a graduate research program.

Eligibility:

• Graduate Student members of ASPRS.

Award:

• A grant of $1,500 and a hand-engrossed certificate.
• This award is presented by ASPRS, with funding provided by a grant from the ASPRS Foundation on behalf of individual and corporate contributions to the Foundation in memory of Ta Liang, a skilled civil engineer, an excellent teacher, and one of the world’s foremost air-photo interpreters.

Application

• A 2-page statement detailing the plan for research-related travel and how it fits into the applicant’s research and educational objectives
• An official transcript of all college-level courses completed and grades received, class rank, and, if available, scores on the Graduate Record Examination, to demonstrate scholastic ability.
• A description of the applicant’s extracurricular activities, particularly as they relate to community service.

Award Selection

• 40% on the basis of scholastic record
• 30% on the basis of the research travel plan
• 20% on the basis of letters of recommendation
• 10% on the basis of community service activities

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Francis H. Moffitt Memorial Scholarship

Purpose

• The purpose of the award is to encourage upper-division undergraduate and graduate-level college students to pursue a course of study in surveying and photogrammetry leading to a career in the geospatial mapping profession.

Eligibility

• Students currently enrolled or intending to enroll in a college or university in the United States or Canada, who are pursing a program of study in surveying or photogrammetry leading to a career in the geospatial mapping profession.

Award

• The award consists of a certificate and a check in the amount of $3,000 and a one-year student or associate membership (new or renewal) in ASPRS.
• This award is presented by ASPRS, MAPPS (the Management Association of Private Photogrammetric Surveyors) and ACSM (the American Congress on Surveying and Mapping) through the ASPRS Foundation from funds donated by students, associates, colleagues, and friends of Frank Moffitt as a memorial to his lifetime contributions to the photogrammetric surveying profession.

Application

An upper-division undergraduate or graduate-level student who wishes to be considered for the award must submit an application that includes the following items:

• A listing of courses taken, and/or those to be taken, in surveying and photogrammetry and other related geospatial information technologies, recognizing that instruction in remote sensing is often embedded in courses taught in many different disciplines.
• A transcript of all college/university level courses completed and grades received to demonstrate scholastic ability.
• A listing of internships, special projects or work experience; technical papers, research reports or other documents; courses taught as a lecturer or teaching assistant; and presentations made that may support the applicant’s capabilities in this field.
• Two letters of recommendation from faculty members or professionals having knowledge of the applicant’s capabilities (demonstrated or potential).
• A statement, not to exceed 2 pages, detailing the applicant’s educational and/or research goals that relate to the advancement of surveying and photogrammetry and other related geospatial information technologies and the applications of these technologies. The statement should also include long-term careen goals in the profession and future plans.

Award Selection

• The Committee evaluates each candidate’s application, applying equal weight to each element outlined above.
• The Committee will also assign additional points, as appropriate, to the final scores for those applicants having attributes that reflect Professor Moffitt’s career and contributions.

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The Kenneth J. Osborn Memorial Scholarship

Purpose

• The purpose of the Scholarship is to encourage and commend college students who display exceptional interest, desire, ability, and aptitude to enter the profession of surveying, mapping, photogrammetry, or geospatial information and technology. In addition, the Scholarship recognizes students who excel at an aspect of the profession that Ken Osborn demonstrated so very well, that of communications and collaboration.

• The Scholarship is made to an under-graduate student currently enrolled or intending to enroll in a college or university in the United States, who is pursuing a program of study in preparation for entering the profession in the general area of surveying, mapping, photogrammetry, or geospatial information and technology.

Award

• This annual Scholarship consists of a certificate and a check in the amount of $2,000 and a one year student membership (new or renewal) in the Society.
• This award is presented by the ASPRS Foundation, with funding provided by donations from friends and colleagues of Kenneth Osborn as a tribute to him.

A student who wishes to be considered for the Award must submit an application that includes the following items:

• A listing of courses taken in surveying, mapping, photogrammetry, and geospatial information and technology and the academic grades received.
• An official transcript of all college or university level courses completed and grades received to demonstrate scholastic ability.
• Two letters of recommendation from faculty members or professionals having knowledge of the applicant’s capabilities (demonstrated or potential) as a professional in this field.
• Papers, research reports, or other items produced by the applicant that may support the capabilities in this field.
• A statement of work experience that may include internships, other forms of work experience, or special projects that demonstrate excellence in these fields and in communications and collaboration. The statement should include the nature, location and date(s) of the experience.
• A statement, not to exceed 2 pages, detailing the applicant’s plans for continuing studies towards becoming a professional in surveying, mapping, photogrammetry, or geospatial information and technology.

Award Selection

• The Committee evaluates each application, applying equal weight to each of the items listed above.  The applicant who, in the opinion of the majority of the Committee, has the highest overall ranking is designated as the winner.

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Paul R. Wolf Memorial Scholarship

Purpose

• The purpose of the Award is to encourage and commend college students who display exceptional interest, desire, ability, and aptitude to enter the profession of teaching Surveying, Mapping, or Photogrammetry.

Eligibility

• The Award is made to a graduate student member of ASPRS currently enrolled or intending to enroll in a college or university in the United States, who is pursuing a program of study in preparation for entering the teaching profession in the general area of Surveying, Mapping, or Photogrammetry.

Award

• The award consists of a certificate and a check in the amount of $3,000.
• This Award is administered by the ASPRS Foundation from funds donated by the friends and colleagues of Paul R. Wolf as a memorial to him. Recognized nationally and internationally, Paul was an outstanding educator and practitioner of Surveying, Mapping, and Photogrammetry and a great friend of the Society. As author, teacher, and mentor, Paul made significant educational and academic contributions to these fields.

Application

Applications must include the following items:

• A listing of courses taken in Surveying, Mapping, and Photogrammetry and the academic grades received.
• An official transcript of all college or university level courses completed and grades received to demonstrate scholastic ability.
• Two letters of recommendation from faculty members having knowledge of the applicant’s capabilities (demonstrated or potential) as an educator in this field.
• Papers, research reports, or other items produced by the applicant that may support the capabilities in this field.
• A statement of teaching experience that may include teaching assistantships, seminars, and formal course teaching. The statement should include the nature, location and date(s) of the experience.
• A statement, not to exceed 2 pages detailing the applicant’s plans for continuing studies towards becoming an education professional in Surveying, Mapping, or Photogrammetry.

Award Selection

The Committee evaluates each application, applying equal weight to each of the items listed above. The applicant who, in the opinion of the majority of the Committee, has the highest overall ranking is designated as the winner.

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ASPRS Student Assistantship Grant

Purpose

• The intent of this program is to increase student exposure to the profession, and to encourage continued student identification with and membership in ASPRS as their national professional organization.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the award, applicants must:

• Be a student at an accredited college or university
• Be an ASPRS Student Member
• Attend the conference
• Agree to serve a minimum of 15 hours as a Student Assistant at the conference

Award

• Financial support includes lodging for each recipient, plus a $100 stipend.
• The grants also include complimentary registration to the conference where the recipients serve as Student Assistants, provided they volunteer a minimum of 15 hours, as assigned, during the conference

Application

All applicants must:

• Complete a special application form

• Provide a written statement of no more than one page outlining the importance of attending this conference in relation to the applicant's course of study and career development plans

References and transcripts are not required

Award Selection

• Selection of the finalists is at the sole discretion of ASPRS.  ASPRS will choose up to 10 Student Assistants for the fall conference and up to 18 Student Assistants for the Annual conference.

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KODAK International Educational Literature Award (KIELA)

Purpose

• The purpose of the KIELA is to improve the quantity and quality of literature in the recipient's library that deals with the mapping sciences (i.e., photogrammetry, remote sensing, GIS, and related disciplines). It is supported by a generous grant from KODAK and administered by the ASPRS Foundation.

Eligibility

• The KIELA is made to a university or educational institution outside the USA. 

Award

The award consists of the following:

• $350 worth of books, manuals, or other literature published by ASPRS;
• A five-year free subscription to Photogrammetric Engineering & Remote Sensing;
• Proceedings of the annual conference for a five-year period;
• One free registration to the conference where the award is to be presented for a member of the institution to whom the award is given.

  The total value of this award is over $1,500. The materials are to be placed in the libraries of the institutions receiving the award.

  The KIELA award has been augmented by a generous grant from the Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) of the complete ESRI Press Library collection, selected titles from the John Wiley and Sons, Publishers, catalog, and selected Proceedings from the Geospatial Information Technology Association (GITA) and the Association of American Geographers (AAG).

Application

• Application is by special application form.

Award Selection

• The KIELA selection committee will evaluate each application. The applicant who, in the opinion of the majority of the committee, has the highest overall ranking will be designated as the recipient.

Additional Information

• The recipient institution must place the publications and materials in their institutional library and make them available to students and researchers without limitation.
• Any institution that receives the award is ineligible to apply for the award again for a period of five years.

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General Application Instructions

• Please note that all applications must be submitted in electronic format. 
• Submit application form and all supporting materials or documents IN ONE PDF for each separate award.
  DO NOT SEND MULTIPLE APPLICATIONS IN ONE EMAIL.
• If you include a copy of a published article or research sample, it should not exceed five (5) pages; if longer, submit the article in text format or submit an abstract and article highlights.
• The total size of the PDF should not exceed 5MB.
• Send the file as an email attachment to scholarships@asprs.org with the SHORT name of the award (see the awards table above) and your last name and a short description of the contents in the subject line IN UPPER CASE as indicated below. The application files should be named as follows:

AWARD SHORT NAME_YOUR  LAST NAME_CONTENTS OF FILE

      for example: FISCHER_SMITH_ APPLICATION

• A fill and save version of the application form can be accessed at http://www.asprs.org/membership/scholar.html  and should be sent via email with supporting documents added to the application form PDF.  Use the digital signature feature of the PDF format. If that is not possible, the email transmission of the application will be accepted as electronically “signing” the form.
• Only letters of reference are acceptable but must be sent directly to ASPRS by the person writing the reference, in electronic format. A separate email is required for each reference for each application
• Copies of official transcripts must be submitted electronically as part of the application. One original official transcript (only) should be mailed directly to ASPRS by  the educational institution in a sealed envelope. That will serve to verify the copies submitted.
• Foreign language transcripts or documents must be translated by an official translating agency

Additional Information

• Applications for ASPRS scholarships and awards must include the ASPRS application form unless indicated otherwise.
• You may apply for more than one award, but you must submit a separate application for each award requested. 

All Applicants MUST

• Be active or student members of ASPRS for most awards. (Visit the ASPRS website or contact the membership department at the address or phone number below for information about the benefits of ASPRS membership.)
• Submit the required number of letters of reference with each application from faculty members who have knowledge of the applicant’s capabilities.
• Submit a separate application for each award

ALL COMPLETE APPLICATIONS, INCLUDING REFERENCE LETTERS AND
TRANSCRIPTS, MUST BE RECEIVED AT ASPRS NO LATER THAN MIDNIGHT,
EASTERN TIME ON THE DUE DATE.

DELAYS IN CYBER SPACE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

Final note: Most awards call for specific additional information, such as transcripts and applicant statements, to complete the application. Please read the award descriptions carefully for details. Incomplete applications will be disqualified.

The awards will normally be made annually, as long as sufficient funds are available. If the committee deems there are no applications of sufficient quality to warrant approval, no award will be given that year. Any application that does not comply in its entirety with the terms stated above and/or with the terms of the specific award(s) applied for will be ineligible. The contact information for ASPRS awards and scholarships is:

ASPRS
Scholarship Administrator
5410 Grosvenor Lane, Suite 210
Bethesda, MD 20814
Email