If you have any questions, please email Dr. Brandon Mitchell at bmitchell@wcupa.edu
Scholarship Overview
The WCU Nanoscience for Health and Technology S-STEM Scholarship program supports the retention and graduation of high-achieving students who are interested in the applications of Nanoscience for the advancement of society.
The project also supports the development and implementation of curricular and co-curricular programs that improve student success and professional preparedness in STEM fields. In addition, scholar participation n the activities planned will enhance our understanding of effective teaching and retention strategies in STEM disciplines.
Scholarships
Scholars will receive up to $9,000 per year in academic scholarships for four years contingent upon maintaining good academic standing.
Research and Internships
Scholars will receive a $4,000 stipend to participate in an 8-week research or internship program in their second and third years in the program. Summer research performed at WCU will include room and board.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants must have a minimum overall high school GPA of 3.20 and obtain Pell Grant Eligibility based on FAFSA. Students are expected to participate in ~75% of the co-curricular program activities aimed at providing support to the scholars and gaining knowledge on effective teaching and support strategies for future S-STEM students. In addition, students must express an interest in Nanoscience and a desire to major in one of the following programs:
Program Highlights
- Interactive Lab-based Summer STEMersion camp.
- Participation in a peer-mentoring cohort.
- Nanoscience in the News Seminar.
- Nanoscience in STEM Lecture Series
- Research mentoring.
- Resume writing and Job Search Workshops
- Graduate School Fellowship-writing Workshops
- Travel to conferences.
- Paid summer research opportunities and internships
Program Directors
Dr. Brandon Mitchell (Associate Professor, Department of Physics & Engineering)
Email: BMitchell@wcupa.edu
Dr. Anil Kandalam (Professor, Department of Physics & Engineering)
Email: AKandalam@wcupa.edu
Dr. Emily Miller (Associate Professor, Department of Mathematics)
Email: EMiller@wcupa.edu
Dr Nicole Ramo (Assistant Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering)
Email: NRamo@wcupa.edu