Eligible applicants must be full-time students at the University of Minnesota in the award year. Merit Scholarship BSAS Merit Scholarships are awarded from annual contributions to an endowment fund provided by CBS graduates. All majors are eligible. The parents of Michael Loveless established this scholarship in memory of their son, who had touched the hearts of many while displaying excellence in the areas of academics and community service prior to his untimely death in 1986. These qualities and specific activities should be clearly outlined in the personal statement included in the scholarship application.
All majors are eligible.
This award is provided to honor the memory of Leon A. Snyder, professor of genetics and cell biology in the College of Biological Sciences. This award seeks to recognize students who display interest and success in a broad educational background, which includes courses in literature, philosophy, history, the arts, social sciences, and foreign language, in addition to the sciences. Preference is given to individuals with a broad educational background as described above. Experience in the use of the computer as an analytical tool is desirable. All majors are eligible.