As a member of the United States Congress and the Texas State Legislature, Barbara Jordan's distinguished career was typified by her tireless advocacy of behalf of the disadvantaged. She brought this passion to her work inspiring others to become involved in addressing challenging health policy issues. The Program continues Barbara Jordan's commitment to championing the causes of the poor and disadvantaged by annually providing 10 talented college students from underprivileged backgrounds the opportunity to work in Washington, DC for 9 weeks in a congressional office with major health policy responsibilities. The Scholars will gain exposure to health policy issues and firsthand understanding of how the federal government works. Seminars, lectures, and field trips will augment the work experiences of the Scholars.
Students can apply on-line.
We encourage you to invite all students who would benefit from this scholarship opportunity to apply. Descriptions of the awards are listed below, with links to the AIChE website and PDF application forms. The student must be a member of a minority group that is underrepresented in chemical engineering. Selection is based on the applicant's academic record, participation in AIChE student and professional activities, career objectives, and financial need. Students are encouraged to choose classes leading to a degree in chemical engineering.