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You Made an Impact on Future Geoscientists
Every year, the GSA Foundation is extremely thankful to
all of our friends and donors who contribute time, resources,
ideas, and financial support toward the Geological Society of
America’s programs.
One program that has made a significant impact in the lives of
aspiring geologists is the J. David Lowell Field Camp Scholarship.
Recognizing the significant role that field camp has in the develop-
ment of geoscientists, a generous donor issued a matching challenge
that launched on Giving Tuesday, 30 November. They matched one-
to-one, up to US$10,000, every gift made to the J. David Lowell
Field Camp Scholarship Program between Giving Tuesday and
New Year’s Eve. We extend our sincerest thanks to all of you who
contributed to help us reach that match, and a special thanks to
the donor who provided the matching funds. Your support will
go directly to help students attend field camp in 2022.
Many of the students who received the 2021 J. David Lowell
Field Camp Scholarship shared how much your generosity means
to them and the impact it has had on their career development.
You can read their full responses in our Community of Support
(https://gsa-foundation.org/news-events/) series on the
Foundation blog.
“The generosity of GSA donors made it
possible for me to fully engage with the
field camp experience without worrying
about my financial situation. Given that I
was chosen to receive the scholarship out
of a large applicant pool, I feel honored
that the selection committee believed in my
potential as a geoscientist and recognized
my academic efforts.” —Cissy Ming Thank you for your generous support that helps sustain vibrant,
life-changing opportunities like these field camp scholarships.
www.gsa-foundation.org
“I’m so grateful for what this scholarship
has provided me: not only a geology field
experience, but with 30 other geology stu-
dents who motivated me into believing that
I was doing the right thing and was exactly
where I needed to be.” —Alina Hernandez
“Receiving this scholarship alleviated
the financial strain due to not only the
cost of the course, but taking six weeks
away from work. As a non-traditional
student, I am primarily responsible for
all of my school and living expenses. This
scholarship allowed me to focus on all
that I had to gain, rather than how I was
going to make it through the summer.”
—Alexandra Banks
“Receiving the scholarship allowed me
to buy the hiking and camping gear I
needed for the variable and sometimes
severe Alaskan weather. I was especially
appreciative of the high-quality hiking
shoes I bought that kept my feet safe and
dry during even the longest, wettest days.”
—Lauren Livers