Professor Lewis Brownstein International Relations Travel and Research Endowed Fund

Established in 2016 by the Department of Political Science and International Relations in honor of Professor Emeritus Lewis Brownstein, the scholarship provides an annual award to students majoring in Political Science or International Relations for their pursuit of knowledge, primarily for study-abroad or research studies.

Applicants must be full-time, have a grade point average of at least 3.0, and have completed at least nine credits in the major.

To apply, please submit the following:
1. An essay of approximately two pages explaining your project, how it fits into your plan of study, and your future goals.
2. One writing sample from a Political Science or International Relations course.
3. The names and contact information of two faculty members who can speak to your qualifications for this scholarship. At least one of these persons must be a member of the SUNY New Paltz Department of Political Science and International Relations.
4. A copy of your academic transcript.

Awards will be made based on academic merit, future potential, financial need, and the particulars of the application. Applications are being accepted for summer travel and well as travel for fall or full year experiences.

Recipients are eligible to apply for a second award, but renewal is not guaranteed.

Donor
Professor Lewis Brownstein
Award
varies (up to 1500)
Scopes
Liberal Arts and Science Scholarships, Political Science and International Relations, Undergraduate
Deadline
04/08/2024
Supplemental Questions
  1. Describe the research, study abroad, or internship experience you hope to be engaged in and how it relates to your major..
  2. Dates of study / internship / travel.
    • When does your opportunity begin?
    • When does your opportunity end?
  3. Please also provide one writing sample from a Political Science or International Relations course.
  4. To help the review committee, applicants can submit a current copy of your SUNY New Paltz unofficial student transcript. Unofficial transcripts are available online through the SUNY New Paltz web site — www.newpaltz.edu
  5. Upload second transcript, if needed.
  6. Applicants can request a letter of recommendation by submitting the email address of the person you wish a recommendation from. You should notify these individuals to expect an email. You are responsible for ensuring the recommendations are submitted by the application deadline. Please use their newpaltz.edu email address if they are a faculty member.
  7. Second letter of recommendation (optional)
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