Who Can Apply:
- Kathleen (Kate) Dilger was a devoted biologist whose passion for understanding the natural world inspired many within her sphere.
- Her natural curiosity flowed into her teaching, with experiences at libraries, bookstores, nature centers, museums, zoos, and as the director of the undergraduate physiology laboratory course. A lifelong learner and advocate for education, Kathleen believed in the power of books to expand minds and nurture curiosity and knew that reading inspires innovation and opens doors to opportunities that might otherwise remain unseen.
- This scholarship seeks to honor and support individuals who share Kathleen’s passion for reading and recognize its transformative power.
- Any female undergraduate student in New York may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they’re majoring in biology. Students at the University of Mount Saint Vincent are preferred.
Submission: To apply, tell us about your favorite book and why you love it.
Deadline: July 29, 2026
Amount: $3,300
Learn More: https://bold.org/scholarships/kathleen-dilger-memorial-scholarship/
