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Grants and Scholarships

. . . . . Monies are set aside from proceeds from the auctions and the symposia to be used for small grants and scholarships. Members apply for these grants to help fund their research and education in paleontology.
 

2008 Karl Hirsch Memorial Grants

Call for Application

WIPS members are invited to apply for the 2008 Karl Hirsch Research Grants.  The Hirsch Grants have provided funding to support members’ paleontological projects since 1994.  The grants honor the memory of Karl Hirsch, a WIPS member who reached the acme of amateur paleontology.  His contributions to the study of fossil eggs were recognized and honored by several paleontological organizations, including WIPS, The Paleontological Society, and the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology. 
The deadline for applications is 5:00 p.m., Saturday, March 1, 2008.  No applications can be accepted after that time, without exception!  Awards will be announced at the May meeting.  All applications should be sent to Sue Ware, 307 Clermont Street, Denver, CO 80220.  Do not send applications to the WIPS address.  Electronic submissions may be made to

The WIPS Board of Directors has allocated a total of $2000 for the 2008 grants, with a maximum amount of $500 per grant.  Applications will be evaluated by the WIPS Science Committee, with final approval of all awards made by the Board.

All grant recipients are required to present the results of their research at a regular WIPS meeting  and submit an accompanying short note for publication in the WIPS newsletter, Trilobite Tales.  Recipients unable to make an oral presentation are required to submit a more detailed report for publication in Trilobite Tales.

To apply for a 2008 Karl Hirsch Research Grant please supply the following information:

1.    Your name, address, city, state, zip code, phone number, and e-mail (if available).

2.    Your paleontological background, including experience, affiliations, and qualifications.

3.    The title of your project.

4.    The amount you are requesting and its anticipated application to your project.

5.     A brief description of your project: What? Where? When? Objectives? Completion date?

6.    The scientific merits of your project, and the benefits of your project to the  WIPS membership..

2008 John Jenkins Memorial Scholarships

Call for Application

WIPS members are invited to apply for the 2008 WIPS John Jenkins Scholarship.  The grants honor the memory of John Jenkins, a former WIPS President whose enthusiasm and leadership helped make WIPS the successful organization it is today. 

The deadline for applications is 5:00 p.m., Saturday, March 1, 2008.  No applications can be accepted after that time, without exception!  Scholarship awards will be announced at the 2006 May meeting.  All applications should be sent to Sue Ware, 307 Clermont Street, Denver, CO 80220.  Do not send applications to the WIPS address.  Electronic submissions may be made to
The WIPS Board of Directors has allocated a total of $1000 for the 2006 scholarships, with a maximum amount of $500 per award.  Applications will be evaluated by the WIPS Education Committee, with final approval of all awards made by the Board.

The Board particularly encourages elementary and secondary teachers who can make use of paleontological training in their classrooms to apply for a scholarship.  All grant recipients are required to provide the WIPS membership, either by making a short presentation at a regular WIPS meeting or submitting a short note for publication in the WIPS newsletter, Trilobite Tales.

To apply for a 2008 John Jenkins Scholarship please supply the following information:

1.    Your name, address, city, state, zip code, phone number, and e-mail (if available).

2.    A short (1/2 to 1 page, typewritten, single spaced) statement
A.    Your history in paleontology
B.    How you intend to use the scholarship (include course costs/expenses, course title or description, and course location)
C.    Your overall goal in this course of study

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Mission Statement

. . . . . Our  Mission shall be scientific, educational, and charitable and shall  provide educational programs in paleontology and related disciplines. Field trips, lectures, seminars, and science-related activities are available. Responsible codes of conduct in the exploration for and collection of fossils are required for assisting museums, educational institutions and cooperating with government authorities on state and federal lands.